DJ Forum

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

Hercules announce the DJControl Inpulse T7, a Serato DJ controller with motorized platters for under $700!View the full article

Get the free Rekordbox DJ app and learn how to mix using filters, hot cues, looping and effects in this free video tutorial series.View the full article

Find out about the new Rekordbox app for mobile. This DJ app allows you to start mixing for free! Watch our review, mixes and tutorials!View the full article

Download our midi mapping to get Rekordbox Stems on your DJ controller. Learn how to map the track separation technology yourself.View the full article

Introducing the DDJ-FLX10, with Rekordbox Stems, Link Cue Mode, New Jog Wheels and more! Find out everything you need to know!View the full article

Learn the art of set curation using songs from Beatsource and how to mix radio edits. Plus, learn a new advanced finger drumming technique.View the full article

Refine Your Mix! In this lesson, taken directly from our Techno Mixing Course, you’ll discover the secrets of using high and low pass filters to take your mixes to the next level. Our expert instructor, Danny, will guide you through the process step-by-step, helping you learn how to use these powerful tools to create smoother […]View the full article

The Pioneer DJ Opus Quad features 4 channels, WiFi & bluetooth connectivity, smooth echo, an XY pad and all new design. Find out more here!View the full article

Learn about the new features of Engine DJ 3.0, from a dedicated sampler to remote library management this is a big update from InMusic.View the full article

Discover the Pioneer DJ DJM-A9, the ultimate mixer for DJs, with its new audio driver, advanced effects, phantom power & more.View the full article

Find out everything about becoming a pro DJ. Wether it's rocking festivals, getting residencies or playing radio we have you covered!View the full article