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AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ has recently released two high-end, all-in-one DJ systems: the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ and the Pioneer DJ Opus Quad. While both units offer four-channel standalone capabilities and Rekordbox/Serato compatibility, they cater to different DJ demographics. Let’s explore their key differences to help you decide which one may be right for you…should you have a cool … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ vs Pioneer DJ Opus Quad: High-End Showdown appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

It’s fair to say that we haven’t seen as much excitement and interest around a DJ equipment launch as we have around the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ for a long, long time. It also goes to say then that it’s been quite awhile since we’ve had this many questions about any DJ gear launch from our students. … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ: All Your Questions Answered appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

In the world of standalone DJ systems, two units currently stand out as the cream of the crop: the brand-new AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ and the Denon DJ Prime 4+. As the flagship models from two of the biggest names in DJ equipment, these units naturally invite comparison, and so it has been no surprise that our … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ vs Denon DJ Prime 4+: Battle of the Flagship All-in-One DJ Systems appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Beatport and Beatsource have announced lossless streaming audio inside their DJ platforms, for users subscribed to their Beatport Streaming Professional and Beatsource Streaming Pro+ plans. They say: “Our highest quality lossless audio is available in most of our DJ integrations, with Traktor and Rekordbox coming soon. Serato support for Windows is also on the way, … Continued The post Beatport & Beatsource Lossless Streaming Comes To DJ Software appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

With the launch of the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ, the all-in-one DJ market just got a serious shake-up. This is now AlphaTheta’s flagship club-style standalone system and it brings with it the features and feel of the industry standard club gear into a single package. Naturally, DJs everywhere are comparing it to Denon DJ’s Prime 4+, a […]View the full article

With the launch of the much anticipated XDJ-AZ, many DJs are wondering how it stacks up against the XDJ-XZ. The XZ was Pioneer DJ’s previous flagship all-in-one and was a super popular choice for venues and mobile DJs. While the XDJ-AZ promises to improve on its predecessor across the board, the XDJ-XZ is far from […]View the full article

Rekordbox 7.0.4 brings much-wanted updates to Stems audio quality and an all-new Groove Circuit feature to remix your drumsView the full article

AlphaTheta (formerly known as Pioneer DJ) has just released its long-awaited new flagship all-in-one DJ system – the XDJ-AZ. It’s the successor to the popular XDJ-XZ and brings plenty of new features and fixes many of the issues and gripes people had with that model. One of the main new changes is that, for the […]View the full article

The Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX6 has been a popular pick for many DJs after a reasonably priced and highly capable controller for rekordbox or Serato. But the newer DDJ-GRV6 has come along with some exciting new features that look set to shake up the mid-priced controller market. They’re both aimed squarely at intermediate DJs looking for […]View the full article

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The GRV6 is AlphaTheta’s (previously Pioneer DJ) new controller that aims to help DJs get in the groove with some innovative new tools to let you remix tracks on the fly. With built-in support for both Serato and Rekordbox, the GRV6’s standout features—the Groove Circuit and Stems FX—allow you to effortlessly swap out drum parts […]View the full article

Algoriddim has updated its Djay Pro platform to 5.2.4, with a lengthy list of new features and improvements mostly addressing longstanding requests from the community (such as saveable gain values per sample slot), and several significant UX improvements. Most notably, the company has added “AI annotations”, a visual waveform companion feature for its aready excellent … Continued The post Algoriddim djay 5.2.4 Addresses Long-Standing User Requests appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

As our regular headphones are becoming almost exclusively wireless, there’s still one place you can always find headphone cables – DJ booths. That’s because standard Bluetooth headphones come with a slight lag that makes tasks like beatmatching completely impossible. But AlphaTheta’s new HDJ-F10 headphones promise to fix that with an imperceptibly short wireless latency thanks […]View the full article

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When you think of DJing, for many people, Pioneer DJ is the brand that immediately comes to mind. Whether you’re mixing tracks at a small club or headlining a massive festival, chances are Pioneer DJ gear is part of the setup. As the biggest name in the DJ industry, their product lineup covers everything that […] View the full article

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Traditionally, if you’ve wanted to record one of your sets, you’re limited to just getting the audio output onto a computer or external device. That means that if you mess up a transition or use a song you don’t want to publish, the whole set is a write-off. Recording a live DJ set at somewhere […]View the full article

Need to start building your DJ library but you're short on cash? Here are our top picks for the best places to legally download DJ music for free. View the full article

Ever wondered why so many DJs use rekordbox? We'll explain the reasons it's so popular, as well as whether it's needed to be a successful DJ.View the full article

Reloop and Laidback Luke have collaborated to release an all-new DJ controller. The $500 Mixtour Pro promises a complete portable DJ packageView the full article

Discover the 5 key differences between DJ controllers and CDJs | What you need to know to start playing on professional club gear.View the full article

If you love Drum & Bass and all its technical tricks, we can help you master those infamous double drops, swaps and four-deck cuts!View the full article

Pioneer DJ is celebrating 30 years of its CDJ with a special zine. Titled deckades, the limited edition zine features 42 exclusive pages of photos, interviews and commentary. The CDJ-500 landed back in 1994 as a new, modern tool for DJs and has thoroughly evolved since. Though the zine is available to read for free digitally, there will also be a limited print run of just 1000 copies – these are available on a first-come, first-serve basis... The post Pioneer celebrates 30 years of the CDJ with limited edition zine appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Berlin’s electronic music scene is legendary so it’s no surprise that Native Instruments, headquartered in the east of the city, has been at the cutting edge of digital DJ software and hardware since the turn of the millennium. The latest major release of Traktor has been brought right up to date, incorporating long-requested features like flexible beatgrids and stem separation. But it’s also given users new stock features that were previously paid extras, such as the Pattern Player and Ozone Maximizer. So will it tempt you to move over from Serato or Rekordbox? The post Native Instruments Traktor Pro 4 is a game-changing DJ suite for performers appeared first on MusicTec…

As a DJ, tracking your ever-growing music collection may be problematic. On the other hand, a well-organized collection can help a DJ a lot by making it much easier to find the right songs for any situation. Knowing how to organize your music efficiently is a necessary skill for DJs. With that said, this post will teach you the basics of managing your music library, like how to organize your songs into playlists and how to tag and name your files correctly. So whether you’re just starting or have been DJing for a long time, these tips will help you get the most out of your music collection and improve as a great DJ. So this is the place to start if y…

Looking to improve your DJ skills? Whether you’re mixing for the first time or trying to brush up your existing skillset, these 25 tips and techniques will take you through everything you need to know. You’ll learn fundamental techniques like how to build and manage a music library, transition between tracks, and how to use Traktor Pro 4. There’s also plenty here to help you get creative with DJing, like harmonic mixing, phrase mixing, introducing effects, and EQ. Plus, we’ve got you covered for everything that comes with being a DJ, like how to find your first gigs, build a following, and engage with the crowd... The post Top 25 DJ tips to improve your skills first appea…

Remixing live allows DJs to play elements from tracks that the crowd will recognize in a new and unexpected way. It’s a great opportunity to experiment and get creative, and it’s a surefire way to make your sets totally unique to you. Traktor Pro 4 offers limitless possibilities for remixing live with its new stem separation option. This hotly-requested feature means DJs can mix together different elements from two or more tracks and pair elements like drums and bass from one track with vocals and melodies from another. In this blog, you’ll learn what live DJ remixing is, how to create stems, how to prepare your tracks, and how to remix live using Traktor Pr…

What’s the easiest way to create house music drum patterns? Panic? Not quite! First off, you don’t want a boring kick pattern. That’s for sure! And that’s why many try out this and that, read tutorials on how to make house music, etc. Well, look no further! We’ve got you covered. Our guide will show you how to create house music drum patterns in an easy-to-follow way. We designed this guide for beginners, thus including the basics of drum programming, grooves, and more. Ready to practice a simple drum pattern to have your beat finished within minutes? Let’s start! ... The post A Guide to Creating House Music Drum Patterns appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full ar…

When a DJ uses phrase mixing, they pay attention to the song structure of each track and use the tracks’ arrangement as a guide to blend them together in a natural-sounding way. The two tracks are mixed in a way that makes musical sense and allows for seamless and logical transitions from one song to the next. In this blog, you’ll learn what phrase mixing is and how to phrase mix using Traktor Pro 4… The post What is phrase mixing in DJing? How to seamlessly blend two tracks first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

Native Instruments has launched Traktor Pro’s latest update – and it’s packed with innovative new features. From AI stem separation to iZotope-powered mastering, Traktor Pro 4 is here to make DJing that little bit smoother. First up, Traktor Pro 4’s new stem separation technology allows users to isolate instrumental and vocal tracks with ease. Powered by AI and iZotope’s cleanup software, RX, the tool can provide clean, clear stems from any given track. Whether it be drum, bass or vocals, there should be no problem grabbing the stem you require... The post Traktor Pro 4 update packed with AI-powered stem separation and slick mastering tools appeared first on MusicTech. Vi…