DJ Forum

With more and more entry level controllers entering the market, we take a look at the latest offering from arguably the biggest brand in the market. The Pioneer DJ, DDJ 400. Promising looks and features from it's flagship line up, we find out if the DDJ 400 is worth your money. View the full article

In this age of digital DJ'ing there are many visual aids to help us but we can't always rely on these to be correct. Thats why every DJ needs to learn this essential skill. View the full article

Do you want your mixes to sound better? One of the easiest ways of creating smooth mixes that blend together almost seamlessly is to mix in key. There is a bit of music theory to understand to take full advantage of mixing key but luckily for us, recent updates to DJ software and hardware is making it easier than ever.View the full article

A four channel stand alone unit with an unrivaled level of performance. Today we take our first look at the brand new Prime 4 from Denon DJ that looks set to change the stand alone market!View the full article

The most recent expansion pack for Serato, Serato Play allows DJs to access the softwares full potential without the need to plug in external hardware! Today we look at how to set Serato Play up and how to maximise it's performance features! View the full article

In this beginner's guide to Rekordbox DJ you will learn how to import, organise and manage your music library.View the full article

In this guide we cover the absolute essentials to get you started with Serato DJ Lite and Serato DJ Pro.View the full article

Once you know how to baby scratch It's essential to learn this before moving onto more advanced scratching, combo's, flares and patterns. This trick will improve your baby scratch instantly!View the full article

Download our DDJ-RB Keyboard Mode Midi Mapping here!View the full article

This week on tips and tricks, Jamie Hartley takes you through some of the more unknown features of the Pioneer DDJ 1000 controller. These tricks will help you become more creative in your DJ sets and help you take full control over your Rekordbox set up!View the full article

The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 is finally here, in this review we find out if it was worth the wait and if those haptic drive jog wheels live up to the hype! View the full article

In this free DJ lesson on the Pioneer DDJ 1000 you will learn how to DJ and mix with the Trans effect in Rekordbox as well as combine up to 3 channels.View the full article

Native Instruments are back with a bang! With brand new software and hardware, are these new products enough to stand out in a tough market place? We aim to find out with this, the most affordable controller in the range, the Traktor Kontrol S2 Mk3! View the full article

In this guide we explain the essentials to get started with DJing! From importing music to connecting speakers, we help you get started! View the full article

If you're just starting your DJ journey we're here to break down our essential first five steps to help you along your way!View the full article

Learn how to play along to the melody of a song in this free DJ lesson taken from our Tone Play Mixing Course.View the full article

In this tutorial you will learn 5 ways to make use of Serato Flip. This is an expansion for the Serato DJ Pro software. Learn to DJ with Crossfader.View the full article

Follow this DDJ SB3 tutorial on how to use the FX Fade pad mode. This mode is really useful for beginner DJs. Watch and learn how to DJ with Crossfader!View the full article

This beginner DJ lesson on the Pioneer DDJ SB3 will teach you about the EQs and filters. Learn what they are and how to manipulate the tracks ready to mix.View the full article

Have you ever sat in front of your DJ equipment wondering where to start when planning a DJ set or routine? Do you need some inspiration to help you start thinking creatively about music? We're here to give you some starting points and help you get inspired!View the full article

Released in late 2017, the Roland DJ 202 is a new and exciting product for entry-level DJ's. Like most of its competitors, the 202 is used with the Serato DJ Lite however, this little unit manages to pack a full Roland drum machine inside the controller too! However, does the inclusion of Roland's class-leading technology mean sacrifices are made elsewhere? Let's find out.View the full article

The Pioneer DDJ SB3 is one controller that probably needs no introduction by now. With its highly controversial features and star-studded backing, the latest offering from Pioneer DJ and Serato DJ has certainly got the community talking. Today Crossfader takes an in-depth look at just what this entry-level controller is bringing to the market and if those features are worth the hype. View the full article

Learn how to use the sampler and sequencer performance features in Rekordbox DJ.View the full article

Learn how to scratch like a pro DJ in our free scratching DJ tutorial plus a dedicated course. It includes all the samples and beats too!View the full article

Learn how to DJ with your laptop for free. Master the basics with our 5 part video tutorial series and learn to DJ. All the DJing basics are covered in this extensive free course. Plus, we have a free music download pack for you to follow along step-by-step!View the full article

Find out about the Pioneer DDJ 1000 Rekordbox controller in our full comprehensive review. Is it compatible with other software like Serato DJ? Pioneer DDJ RX or XDJ RX2 vs Pioneer DDJ 1000? Find out what we think, as we take a detailed look at why this controller might be one of the best in the market.View the full article

Do you want to learn how to stand out from other DJs? Start using these 5 creative mixing techniques in your sets today! Learn how to perform wordplay, toneplay or resample other music in our video tutorial. Free DJ lessons available to help you become a better DJ today!View the full article

Master double drops, polyrhythmic looping and finger drumming in these 3 creative tutorials. Learn how to DJ with Crossfader!View the full article

Learn how to use the pitch effect on the Pioneer DJ equipment. This is a cool trick that any DJ can utilise in their sets!View the full article

Introducing our review of the Pioneer DJS 1000, the companies next step into live performance and music production equipment. View the full article