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Imagine a version of Serato where you didn’t have to unplug your controller to analyse tracks – one that actually auto-analysed tracks upon adding or loading. A version where you didn’t have to use hacks to add ratings to your tracks…or where right-click worked to give the usual range of file options you’d expect in, … Continued The post Serato DJ 4.0 Beta Brings Major Library Improvements appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

The public beta of Serato DJ 4.0 is finally out, and, when it comes to organisation, it’s the biggest update we’ve ever had. We’ve now got some very long-awaited features for library management that bring it in line with the competition, including some crucial new tools for crate management, track filtering, metadata tagging, and smart […]View the full article

Algoriddim has released Djay Pro v5.4, bringing official support for Pioneer DJ’s flagship DDJ-FLX10 controller alongside a new “External Apps” feature that imports playlists, cue points, and loops from Rekordbox, Serato, and Traktor libraries. The DDJ-FLX10 integration, developed with AlphaTheta, includes full support for the controller’s on-jog screens across Mac and Windows. The External Apps … Continued The post Djay Pro Gets Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 Support & “External Apps” Feature appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

We’re keeping the birthday giveaways rolling, and Reloop and Serato have stepped up with two complete portable DJ set-ups to give away. Here’s what each winner gets: Reloop Ready DJ Controller – Ultra-portable controller with full Serato DJ functionality Stand Hub Pro Laptop Stand – Professional stand that transforms any surface into a proper DJ … Continued The post Win A Complete Portable DJ Set-Up From Reloop & Serato appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

DJ Content Creator – Join the Crossfader Team Role: DJ Content Creator Location: Leeds, UK (primarily in-office) Apply: work@wearecrossfader.co.uk At Crossfader, we’ve built one of the world’s leading online DJ education platforms. Through our DJ courses, YouTube content and tutorials, we’ve helped thousands of people learn how to mix, build confidence, and find joy in […]View the full article

Learn to beatgrid difficult tracks: Click here to grab your FREE video training course Course introduction Beatgrids – the grids laid over your music automatically by your DJ software or system – help you sync songs when mixing, help loops and cues to work accurately, and mean rhythm-based effects like echo and delay will work … Continued The post How To Beatgrid Disco, Funk, Rock & Soul Music [Free Course] appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

If you’ve ever been curious about giving DJing a go but were put off by the expensive gear, complex software and need for a big music library, there’s now a super easy way to get started. Rekordbox has long been the industry standard for pro DJs and club-standard gear, but now they’re making big moves […]View the full article

Already deep into Rekordbox but wish you had a simpler way to mix on the go? Maybe something you can fire up on your phone during commutes, holidays, or sofa sessions? Say hello to Lite mode, the brand new, stripped-back version of Rekordbox built right into the iOS and Android app. Available now as part of Rekordbox 4.5.0, Lite mode offers a stripped-back, beginner-friendly experience that still feels legit. It’s free to use, super intuitive, and designed to get you mixing tracks on your smartphone or tablet in seconds, even if it’s your first time trying... The post Rekordbox just made DJing on your phone ridiculously easy with the new Lite mode appeared first on MusicT…

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If you’ve been DJing for a bit and you’re itching to play in front of a proper crowd, putting on your own night is one of the fastest ways to make it happen. You don’t need to wait around for a promoter to book you; instead, you can just do it all yourself. But more […]View the full article

Density, the hardware and software solution for recording DJ sets using professional Pioneer DJ equipment, a device we first reported on last August, is making a big change to its pricing model. It’s dropping its subscription requirement and offering a lifetime licence option – and in doing so, directly addressing the biggest criticism we’ve heard … Continued The post Density Drops Subscription & Adds New Features appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Mixxx is an impressive open-source DJ software that won’t cost you a penny. But here’s the thing – fresh out of the box, it’s probably not set up right for your needs. I’ve stumbled through these settings so you don’t have to make the same mistakes. Whether you’re exploring free alternatives to expensive DJ software … Continued The post 14 Mixxx DJ Software Settings You Should Change Now appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Brazilian DJ, composer, and live performer BLANCAh has built a sound world that’s equal parts immersive and introspective. Her new single “The Garden of Morning Calm” teases the upcoming third album Music for When the World Is Silent, which is a release that blends her melodic techno roots with orchestral textures and drum-heavy impact… The post BLANCAh on mixing long-form melodic techno on Traktor first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article

Like any skill, DJing isn’t something you can master overnight. To really get the mixing skills you see from top DJs, you need to be putting in the hours practising day in day out. This can often feel like a bit of a chore, and something that saps a lot of the excitement out of […]View the full article

Continuing our summer of giveaways to celebrate Digital DJ Tips’ 15th birthday, we’ve teamed up with AIAIAI to offer you the chance to win some seriously impressive DJ gear. Here’s what you could win: UNIT-4 (pair) – Professional wireless speakers delivering studio-quality sound with close to zero latency, perfect for DJs who want the freedom … Continued The post Win AIAIAI Speakers & Headphones – Three Prizes Up For Grabs! appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Apple has finally entered the DJ space in a serious way. With native Apple Music streaming now supported across both DJ software and hardware, Apple is clearly making a long-term commitment to the culture and technology that power modern DJing. We’ve seen Beatport, Beatsource and TIDAL offer streaming options for DJs for years. However, none […]View the full article

For many DJs, a DJ controller is the perfect way to play. Plugging into your laptop and using your laptop’s processor, memory and hard drive to do all the important stuff like storing your music and handling playback, effects and so on, the controller gives you a tactile surface for your decks and mixer, a … Continued The post The 7 Best DJ Controllers For 2025 appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Australian audio manufacturer Røde has launched its first on-ear headphones, the NTH-50, marking the company’s entry into the DJ and studio headphone market. At US$149/£99, these position themselves directly against established DJ favourites like the Sennheiser HD-25s and AIAIAI’s modular range. The NTH-50s feature a 40mm dynamic driver housed in what Røde calls a “revolutionary … Continued The post Røde Enters DJ Headphone Market With NTH-50 On-Ears appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

If you’ve been wondering whether you’re too old to start DJing, DJ Jazzy Jeff has news for you: mature music lovers are driving the biggest DJ renaissance in decades, and it’s the young crowd that’s missing out. Fresh from a European tour that saw him playing everything from Wembley Stadium to intimate beach parties in … Continued The post Why Grown Folk Are Leading the DJ Renaissance (& What That Means For You) appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

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For years, we’ve held a firm position here at Digital DJ Tips: DJs shouldn’t work for free. The reasoning is simple – DJing requires time, effort, money, and skill. When DJs work for free, it devalues the profession and makes it harder for everyone to earn what they deserve. But recently, I’ve been reconsidering this … Continued The post Should You DJ For Free? Probably Not, But… appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

V-MODA has announced two new headphones that sit above and below its successful M-100 series – the flagship M-100 PRO and the entry-level M-10. The M-100 series has been a DJ favourite since 2012, and these new models look to expand on that legacy. The M-100 PRO sits at the top as the new flagship, … Continued The post V-MODA Expands Headphone Range with Pro and Budget Models appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

A hot cue is a marker you can lay down at any given time within a track. When you press the hot cue the software will jump straight to this marker and play from that point. It’s like having up to 8 additional cue buttons for each track that you can name and customise with […]View the full article

“I didn’t realise how many different ways to DJ I would become interested in. Mobile DJing as a potential income stream…club DJing could be fun…I’ve been excited to see DJs playing experimental or ambient sets, which is probably closest to my passion…and then a lot of the music I listen to would probably be most … Continued The post Too Many DJ Paths? Just Pick One & Start Mixing! appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

It’s time for another killer giveaway to celebrate Digital DJ Tips’ 15th birthday – and this time we’ve teamed up with UDG Gear for your chance to win a complete DJ accessory package worth $500, to keep your gear safe and set you up in style. Here’s what you could win: UDG Creator Wheeled Midi … Continued The post Win A Complete UDG Gear Accessory Package (Worth $500!) appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

This December, one DJ will earn the opportunity to DJ on the main stage at Rise Festival 2025. Held in Les Deux Alpes, France, from 14–21 December, Rise festival mixes some of the world’s biggest dance acts with mountain adventure. This year, the festival welcomes acts like Overmono, Interplanetary Criminal and Lens. Now, one up-and-coming […]View the full article

Every DJ organises their music differently, but the goal is always the same: finding the right track at the right moment. Typically, DJs sort their music into playlists by genre, energy level, vibe, or event type. There are also features in a lot of software, like smart playlists, tagging, and colour coding, that can make […]View the full article

KRK has announced the Kreate Series, a new line of entry-level studio monitors that adds Bluetooth connectivity to the company’s traditional monitor formula. The Kreate Series features basic two-way active monitors available in 3″, 5″ and 8″ sizes. The new feature is Bluetooth streaming capability alongside the usual unbalanced analogue inputs – making them more … Continued The post KRK Launches Kreate Series Studio Monitors With Bluetooth appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

A Hungarian DJ and app developer has released Beating – a free DJ preparation app for macOS and iOS that focuses on track analysis and organisation without requiring any DJ hardware or software. Created by Roland from Human Unicorn, the app emerged from his frustration with needing to set up a full DJ rig just … Continued The post Beating Is A New Free DJ Prep App For Apple Users appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Loops are one of the simplest and most-used features in any DJ software, but they’re also one of the most important. They can be a super straightforward tool to get you out of a sticky situation, give you more space to mix or be used for more creative tricks. In this guide, we’ll break down […]View the full article