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Since the introduction of Pioneer’s CDJ decks in 1994, digital DJ gear has innovated tenfold. Screens have become bigger, touch screen-compatible and more detailed. Advanced features and effects have been added, and taken away, and units have become more compact. The next step up in terms of compatibility for DJ gear is the standalone DJ controller. Sometimes called an all-in-one DJ system or a console, a standalone controller condenses your DJ deck setup down while maintaining sturdy, quality features found on pro-grade kit. They combine the mixer, decks and screens into a singular unit; some even have speakers built-in, making them a dream for a swift setup at a house p…

In 2001, I switched to DJing with Traktor because it allowed me to use MIDI controllers and customize them to create new ways of playing. The modularity they offered was exciting and very innovative. Then MIDI controllers became standardized, and sadly, no custom mapped them anymore. As the years went by, DJ hardware became just […] View the full article

Native Instruments today launches the third edition of its Traktor X1 DJ controller, introducing a re-jigged layout for better usability, enhanced effects control, playback manipulation, looping, adjusted mixer mapping, and more. The changes have been made in response to feedback on previous models by the Traktor community, the brand says... The post Native Instruments’ Traktor X1 MK3 will light up your DJ booth appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

This is a completely 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗼𝗻𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗱𝗷 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲 features 9 lessons, to take you from the basics of mixing to understanding PRO level equipmentView the full article

For many DJs, the days of lugging your records to the club are long gone. No more rummaging through records, leaving sleeves all over the floor. No more taking up space in the house with your wax. Even CDs can be a burden. By simply being able to put all of your music onto a USB stick, you can save tanks of time and effort preparing for a set. Plus, analysing your MP3, WAV or AIFF files through Rekordbox gives you access to information like tempo and key. Tools like folders and sort options make for a stress-free organised set, too... The post The 6 best USB sticks for DJs in 2023 appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Technics has teamed up with streetwear brand Supreme on a snazzy-looking limited edition SL-1200MK7 turntable arriving later this year. The turntable was revealed as part of a preview of Supreme’s highly anticipated Fall/Winter 2023 collection. It features a coreless direct drive motor, vibration damping platter, 78RPM speed with wider pitch adjustment, and reverse play function, though users will have to get their own cartridge. The post Spin in style with this sweet Supreme x Technics turntable appeared first on MusicTech. View the full article

Are you struggling to manage your music library? Are files stored all over your laptop? We're here to help you take control and automate it!View the full article

Pioneer DJ bring studio-grade remixing abilities to open-format decks with the launch of DDJ-REV5 in this Serato & Rekordbox controller!View the full article

While last week’s turntable/DVS controller announcement was a huge surprise to many, today Pioneer DJ is launching something more expected: a more-budget-friendly scratch controller, the DDJ-REV5. It slides in naturally at a slightly lower price point than the bigger-brother DDJ-REV7, which runs $1,999 new and has motorized jogwheels. The DDJ-REV5 has a lot of the […] The post DDJ-REV5: a scratch-style controller, without motorized jogwheels – for $1099 appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

The digital and analog worlds finally collide today with the release of the new PLX-CRSS12 from Pioneer DJ. This first-of-its-kind hybrid turntable gives artists quite the double-header of features, with the ability for both analog playback and tone-arm-free DVS control. No more concerns for needle skipping either, thanks to its new MAGVEL clamp that holds […] The post Meet the PLX-CRSS12: a hybrid digital-analog turntable from Pioneer DJ appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

The Pioneer DJ PLX-CRSS12 is the world’s first hybrid turntable, with built in 'tone arm free' DVS control and analog vinyl playback!View the full article

DJTT spoke with Nick Maclaren, Chief Strategy Officer at Serato, about the changes that could happen under new AlphaTheta ownership. The post Straight from Serato’s Chief Strategy Officer: How Serato Plans to Sustain its Beat After AlphaTheta’s Acquisition appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

This week’s surprise news of a pending acquisition of Serato Audio Research by AlphaTheta Corporation (Pioneer DJ’s parent company) riled up many DJs. There’s been (very valid) concerns expressed about market consolidation, dampening of innovation, and long term support for legacy products. But what about the flip side? Is this deal born out of a […] The post 5 times DJs won when Serato + Pioneer DJ collaborated appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

AlphaTheta Corporation has acquired Serato Audio Research and the two companies will turn their long-standing partnership into one business entity. The post AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) just acquired Serato Audio Research (Serato DJ) appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Here is some genius DJ advice from some of the world's top DJs, such as A-Trak, SUAT, DJ Puffy & Eskei83! Level up your DJ career NOW!View the full article

Find out which DJ controller is right for you between these two flagship Serato DJ controllers! Rane Four vs DDJ-FLX10 comparison review. View the full article

On June 29, Denon DJ’s latest piece of hardware will become available to the global masses with the launch of the Prime 4+. The 4-deck controller is the first standalone to exist with a Stems separation ability, as well as built-in Wi-Fi to use major streaming services like Amazon Music, Beatport, TIDAL and more. Key […] The post Denon DJ’s Prime 4+: first standalone controller with Stems isolation appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

A fresh firmware update – version 3.0 – arrives for Pioneer DJ’s CDJ-3000s today, and with it comes the ability to stream tracks right from your Beatport library. A new StreamingDirectPlay feature has been added, which allows users that pay for a Professional or Advanced subscription plan to play tracks from their Beatport library on the gear. […] The post Stream directly from Beatport on CDJ-3000s with the new StreamingDirectPlay feature appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Beatport streaming, including on board song analysis, is now available on the Pioneer DJ CDJ-3000's with their latest firmware update!View the full article

The day when you can entirely generate your own songs using AI, ready for a club play, is drawing nearer. Last week, researchers from Meta introduced a new AI model for music generation named Audio Craft- and it’s impressively good. This marks a significant stride towards the future of AI DJing, demonstrating a considerable improvement […] The post AI Music Generation just got a whole lot better appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

It’s prime time for Denon DJ who are introducing the WORLD’S FIRST stand-alone real-time stems audio splitting with their 2023 flagship all-in-one update! With an exciting hardware revision, the all-new PRIME 4+ also ushers in Engine DJ 3.1, a monumental software update filled with fresh functionality that will benefit the entire Engine OS family! The […]View the full article

Numark’s Mixstream Pro all-in-one goes portable to become the Mixstream Pro Go. The world’s first fully standalone mobile DJ unit! Dropping in time for summer, DJs can now perform anywhere, simply with a Wi-Fi connection and a streaming subscription or just locally stored jams, headphones and this battery-powered piece of hardware weighing no more than […]View the full article

In my last article, I shared my vision of a golden age of DJing brought about by advancements in AI-generated music. You might think it’s a far-fetched idea, but in reality, we’re much closer than you might imagine. There are already several proof-of-concept tools available that showcase this exciting future. The results may be rough […] The post Get Ready: The Future of AI-Powered DJing is Nearer Than You Think appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Take your mixing to the next level with these high-energy DJ transitions! With this step-by-step guide, we break down 12 awesome DJ techniques to impress your audiences and bring fresh creativity to your sets! In our video tutorial, DJ Lawrence demonstrates how to jump genres, switch things up with wordplay and key shift acapellas to […]View the full article

MIXO launches a dedicated DJ library management platform, enabling DJs to organize playlists, sync across devices, import & export between software, and backup their music libraries to the cloud, challenging the use of iTunes and Apple Music in the DJ market. The post MIXO wants to transform DJ Library Management with their new platform appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Ready to take your DJ skills to the next level? Learn how to master creative transitions with these three mixing techniques!View the full article

In this editorial from Ean Golden, discover how AI technology is set to revolutionize DJing, ushering in a renaissance that empowers DJs as the ultimate tastemakers and performers. The post The Resurgence of DJing’s Golden Age Could Come With AI appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

Move from Rekordbox to Serato, Virtual DJ to Traktor and more, quickly. MIXO release a DJ music management software app for desktop & mobile.View the full article

Discover the MasterSounds Four Valve MK2 and Two Valve MK2 analog DJ mixers, packed with innovative features like Variable-Q high pass filters and Innofader crossfaders for a top-notch mixing experience. The post MasterSounds and Union Audio release Four Valve MK2 + Two Valve MK2 Rotary DJ Mixers: Enhanced Playability with VariableQ High-pass Filters, Innofader appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article

It’s been about eight months since Native Instruments announced the Traktor Pro Plus subscription in August 2022. Traktor DJs hoping for new hardware or some next-level software features instead got another subscription sales pitch. At least the $4.99-a-month (or $49 annually) was an optional and relatively low-priced subscription for accessing add-on and early features. Its […] The post Review: Traktor Pro Plus 3.8 – After 8 months, is the subscription worth it? appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article