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Mixing between genres made easy! Mixing between two different genre’s is a daunting task for DJ’s, the difference in BPM’s and energy can mean a simple beat match is often impossible. So how do you navigate between these genres? Well in this video we break down three simple methods to allow DJ’s of any […]View the full article

Recording mixes and sets can be one of the best marketing methods for DJ's but there has always been confusion about the best way to actually get your set recorded. With many options available, DJ Holland breaks down the key methods and what you'll need to get set up your sets recorded! View the full article

If you're using your MacBook to DJ it's a good idea to get your machine as optimised as possible to maximise performance. In this article we are going to show you five handy tips that you might not have been aware about to streamline your machine for DJ applications!View the full article

If you are using a Windows computer to DJ with, there are various settings we can tweak to maximise the computers performance. In this article we are going to show you five handy tips that you might not have been aware about, to streamline your machine for DJ applications!View the full article

Modern day DJ softwares offer us methods to customise our libraries to suit our individual needs. Today we take a look at Serato DJ and five top tips to help you organise your digital record collection.View the full article

Every DJ organises their libraries differently and it's a very personal and unique process. Fortunately modern day DJ softwares offer us methods to customise our libraries to suit our individual needs. Today we take a look at Rekordbox and show you five top tips every DJ should know to help you organise your digital record collection perfectly!View the full article

In this article we break down the essentials you need to know about all the streaming options available to DJ's and the reasons why you shouldn't depend on them! View the full article

The brand new Pioneer XDJ-XZ is here! In this video, Jamie Hartley takes you through the latest addition to the ever popular XDJ all in one units. With four channels, mechanical jog wheels and a DJM style mixer, is this finally the ultimate all in one player?View the full article

One of the oldest performance features within Serato, the sampler is capable of much more than just playing a airhorn for urban sets! In this tips and tricks, we break down the Sampler to show you how to maximise it's use in your sets! View the full article

Serato today announces official support for Denon DJ's Prime 4 and SC5000M players. With great features on both devices, Serato users can now take full advantage of the unique hardware!View the full article

Thinking about attending the biggest dance festival in the world? Here's our guide to everything you need to know before you travel to Amsterdam Dance Event!View the full article

Serato users are forced to use external speakers when a controller is plugged in, meaning practicing just with the laptops speakers is impossible. However, DJ Holland has a quick and easy "hack" to re route the audio back to the laptop speakers!View the full article

Stand alone professional DJ mixer carry more inputs and outputs than a regular controller. In this guide, DJ Holland breaks down all the ports so you know exactly how to wire up correctly!View the full article

The first DJ controller designed and released for use with both Rekordbox and Serato! Does the DDJ XP2 do enough to live up to the hype? Find out more with our full guide and review!View the full article

How does a bag aimed more at Festival goers than full time DJ's fit into the UDG range and is it a good purchase? Let's find out!View the full article

We sent the UDG Ultimate Digi BackPack with DJ Holland to test whilst traveling Europe whilst DJ'ing for the Yacht Week. Is it the ultimate bag for traveling digital DJ's? Let's find out! View the full article

The latest addition to the UDG Ultimate range, the slim backpack manages to carry the bulk of important gear in a very small footprint. Is this the best luggage solution? Let's find out!View the full article

The UDG Ultimate backpack certainly has a strong name, but does is this bag really the best a DJ can buy? In this review we find out! View the full article

Setting your gain structure and controlling your levels is a critical part of every DJ routine. Often overlooked and the main cause of bad sounding audio and mixes, it's important for every DJ to know how and when to adjust the gain. In this video our DJ tutor Jamie Hartley breaks down the essentials to make sure your mixes never suffer from unwanted distortion or compression. View the full article

HID brings the best of club standard hardware to laptop DJ's with little compromise. In this article we show you how to set up HID mode in on Rekordbox and Serato. View the full article

Using the SYNC feature is a great way to transition between genres that have a drastic difference in BPM. In this tutorial taken directly from the DJ transitions course we will show you how to move from a house song to a pop remix. That's 122bpm - 106bpm in one mix.View the full article

Numark dropped this amazing 2 channel battle mixer for under $500. Find out about all it's features and what we think about the Numark Scratch MixerView the full article

Acapellas or "A cappella" to give it its proper spelling, are a vital tools for DJ's allowing them to create live remixes and transition between songs with more flair. In this free tutorial Jamie Hartley breaks down different ways to combine scratching with the use of a cappella's to take your sets to the next level. View the full article

Roland are back with a brand new DJ controller and this time they are taking aim at one specific market, mobile DJ's. Is this controller the ultimate for DJ's carrying their own gear to parties, or is there more to this controller than first meets the eye? Let's find out!View the full article

Pioneer DJ's most loved controller finally meets Serato. Feeling just like a flagship Nexus 2 set up whilst costing thousands less, is this the ultimate Serato controller? Let's find out!View the full article

The question on everyones lips at the moment, which stand alone unit do you buy? Do you go for the ever popular XDJ RX2 or the brand new Denon DJ Prime 4? Every DJ is different and not every situation is the same, so DJ Holland has broken down 5 key scenarios to try and help you in your decision! View the full article

Struggling to think of what song to play next in your sets? Fear not we have all been there, here's 5 proven methods to help you get out of any situation! View the full article

A recent update to Mac OS X included improved security surrounding driver installation. If rushed, you may miss this crucial step when installing your DJ hardware, meaning loss of audio and sometimes no connection at all. Crossfader's resident geek DJ Holland breaks down the steps you need to look out for when installing your hardware to ensure a perfect connection every time!View the full article

Wanting to set up your laptop in a nightclub and take over a DJ who's already playing? We show you how with using external sound cards and usb mixers. View the full article

Custom crate columns allows you to set an organisation rule for each of your individual crates. Today we show you how to enable and best use the feature. View the full article