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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

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…

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…

Mixcloud is proving to be way more than a music hosting site for DJ mixes. It’s an essential tool that DJs rely on to grow their fanbase.View the full article

Native Instruments today announced Traktor Pro 4, a major update to their flagship 4-deck DJ software that adds flexible beatgrids, high-quality stem separation, Ozone Maximizer, and Pattern Player.… Read More Traktor Pro 4 DJ Software Adds AI-Powered Stem Separation & More View the full article

We covered the initial news last year about how AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ’s parent company) proposed a corporate acquisition of Serato Audio Research. Today, there’s been big news that might slow the deal to a halt: New Zealand’s antitrust regulatory agency, the Commerce Commission, has denied clearance for the deal. Many in the industry declared the […] The post “No Deal”: New Zealand’s ComCom denies clearance for AlphaTheta’s Serato acquisition appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Yes – Traktor Pro 4 came out earlier today. We wanted to do something special, so DJTT mapping guru Stevan and our founder Ean Golden teamed up to make a mapping for the Midi Fighter Twister. The thinking: make a mapping that allows simple and easy control over Stems and the Pattern player features in […] The post Ean’s powerful Midi Fighter Twister mapping for Traktor Pro 4’s Stems + Pattern Player appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Traktor is the go-to software for hundreds of thousands of DJs at every level – from mixing with friends to headlining festivals. The latest version brings stem separation, flexible beatgrids, iZotope mastering technology, and more. Plus, there’s the Traktor staples like studio-grade effects, club-ready sound, and compatibility with the hardware that works for you. https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/traktor/dj-software/traktor-pro-4/

The flagship DJ software Native Instruments Traktor Pro 4 ups the ante with new features, including flexible beatgrids, Ozone Maximizer and AI-powered stem separation. Is it a rekordbox killer? Traktor Pro 4 is here from Native Instruments. Six years since Pro 3 and 24 years since the Traktor story began, the flagship four-deck DJ software gets a significant update with a number of new features that should please users. The biggest addition is stem separation, bringing Traktor in line with other DJ software like rekordbox and Serato. Better late than never, right? It’s AI-powered, as you’d expect, but also RX-powered. Native Instruments is wisely using technology from oth…

Today, Native Instruments is launching Traktor Pro 4. It’s been a long time (6 years, in 2018) since Traktor Pro 3 came out. But the killer feature in today’s Traktor Pro 4 release date goes back even further -to 2014 when the Kontrol S8 and Stem Decks first appeared in the DJ software. In this […] The post Traktor Pro 4: Generate stem separated tracks from your library in this new update appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Tech-house, a genre of music that emerged a few years ago, took the music industry by surprise when it was nominated for Grammys. Little did people know at the time, but tech-house was about to bring a revolutionary change to the music scene. Since 2020, tech-house has been the most popular type of music. It has been nominated for Grammys every year and has been at the top of the charts for the past three years. If you’re new to the tech-house scene and looking to discover the best DJs in the genre, this article is for you. We’ve compiled a list of the top tech-house DJs that you need to know about, so you can join in on the tech-house craze and start …

If you're a DJ that loves drum & bass, check out these two free tutorials! Learn when to mix in & out, then level up with live looping! View the full article

Algoriddim DJay Pro 5.2 has some huge updates. they include light mode for mac, windows and android compatibility and loads more. Let's dive inView the full article

RANE have listened! Motorised platters have been added to RANE FOUR with the all-new PERFORMER. We take a detailed look to see if it... View the full article

Aslice, founded by DJ DVS1 in 2022, enables DJs to allocate a percentage of their performance fees to producers. This software uses machine learning to match tracks and distribute payments accurately. The post DJs using a tool, Aslice, to pay producers whose tracks are featured in their sets appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Engine DJ levels up to version 4.0, becoming even more powerful, user-friendly and performance-ready. Let's dive into the new featuresView the full article

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hello all, i am new on here, was just wonderin if any1 is in 2 house or breaks on here? it is what i play, and was wonderin which other dj's r in 2 it...

We’re hooking you up with this step-by-step guide on everything you need to know to cut and scratch like a pro on virtually any DJ gear!View the full article

Speed, functionality and user-friendly interaction are at its core, with all-new AI creating a faster workflow so DJsView the full article

Are you new to the DJ game or want to boost your career? Follow these five essential tips, proven to maximise success!View the full article

The essential platform for DJs to thrive. Mixcloud is revolutionizing the way DJs connect with their fans and grow their careers. View the full article

Pioneer DJ gear is the go-to choice for DJs around the world. But with so much choice out there, what's right for you?View the full article

Designed to engage the next generation of engineers, the self-assembly mixer provides students with new engineering and technology skills and provides schools and education groups with a practical project based on real world audio technology.… Read More Audiotonix Announce “STEAM-Powered” DIY DJ Mixer KitView the full article

Those madlads at Pioneer DJ (aka AlphaTheta) did it! After years of speculation, fan-made concept art, and wishful thinking, the company dropped the PLX-CRSS12 on the unsuspecting DJ community – and turntablists and hip-hop DJs collectively started salivating. Finally, there’s a turntable capable of playing vinyl with built-in DVS control without the need for needles, […] The post Is Pioneer DJ’s PLX-CRSS12 the ultimate turntable for DJs? appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Psst.. you’re about to get a look inside our Open Format DJ Course! This course is specifically designed for DJs looking to broaden their skill set across various genres and techniques. This course, tailored for intermediate to professional DJs, covers a wide range of topics essential for mastering open-format mixing. From technical skills to creative […]View the full article

An audio lovers dream mixer, with a Rupert Neve transformer providing analog warmth combined with the digital excellence of AlphaTheta mixers!View the full article

AlphaTheta Corporation announced the release of the company’s first-ever rotary mixer: the euphonia. The 4-channel mixer is the also the first piece of hardware from the company that features the AlphaTheta brand logo, replacing the Pioneer DJ branding. euphonia is a combination digital/analog mixer with rotary faders that features a custom-designed 3Band Master Isolator, built-in […] The post AlphaTheta dives into rotary world with launch of the euphonia: a 4-channel rotary mixer appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

I’m thrilled to announce after all these months of recording and editing the launch of my first online course for DJs is live – Learning to DJ (L2DJ) Beginner to Intermediate for House, Electronic and Techno DJs. This course consists of over 10 hours of lectures covering aspects of DJ theory and practice taught by ROBDEEP (CA) (hey there!) a Toronto based DJ and producer with over 10 years of experience DJing and recently started producing and releasing his own music via Soundcloud, Spotify and Bandcamp… View the full article