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Trance has been enjoying a huge resurgence in clubs and festivals, with loads of new fans and DJs alike rediscovering and reinventing this classic rave sound. For DJs, it is one of the most rewarding and fun genres to play, but it also demands more patience and subtlety than many other styles. Tracks often stretch […]View the full article

Nowadays, being a DJ is about much more than just the mixing. Many DJs now are also producers, making either original tunes or remixes to drop in their sets. It’s one of the biggest and best ways to stand out from the crowd and really make a name for yourself but just making the music […]View the full article

What is a DJ download pool? Should you join one? Are they only for professional DJs? Are they even legal, and how can you tell? Is this how DJs find easy-to-mix versions of songs? We answer those questions (and more) in this guide, followed by our recommendations for the best DJ download pools you can … Continued The post The Best DJ Download Pools [2025 Guide] appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

I recently interviewed DJ gear reviewer extraordinaire Mojaxx for a special 15th birthday edition of our podcast, where we geeked out about DJing with 7″ singles – something that (perhaps surprisingly to some) we both thoroughly enjoy doing. However, he’s the expert, and I thought it’d be useful to collate his biggest tips here. If … Continued The post Mojaxx’s 7 Tips For DJing With 7″ Singles appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Ready for another birthday giveaway? This time Adam Audio has brought some serious heat with three incredible prizes. Here’s what you could win: A4V Studio Monitors (First Prize) – These compact nearfield monitors deliver Adam Audio’s signature ribbon tweeter clarity with punchy bass response, perfect for DJing and producing D3V Desktop Monitors (Second Prize) – … Continued The post Win Adam Audio Speakers & Headphones (Worth $1,600+!) appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

A first-of-its-kind system designed exclusively for 45s and vinyl culture enthusiasts. Reloop has officially launched the RP-7, the world’s first professional direct-drive DJ turntable engineered specifically for 7-inch records. Built on the legacy of the RP-7000 and RP-8000MK2 series, the RP-7 is a tribute to 45s culture and delivers uncompromising performance for DJs and collectors [...] The post Reloop Unveils RP-7: A Professional 7” Direct-Drive Turntable appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Precision, power, and full creative freedom come together in RANE’s newest release – the ONE MKII. Built for open-format DJs and turntablists who demand authenticity and control, the RANE ONE MKII combines the tactile feel of vinyl with modern digital performance. With motorized platters, expanded FX, advanced stems control, and secondary performance pads, this controller [...] The post RANE ONE MKII: The Next Evolution in Motorized DJ Control appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

When we first got our hands on the all-new Rane One MKII, it took a while to figure out what had changed compared to the original Rane One, other than the shiny new white finish. We loved the original model, so there’s no need to mess things around too, but given how the DJ tech […]View the full article

As first revealed by us back in January, Rane has announced its release of the Rane One MkII, bringing significant updates to its professional motorised DJ controller. These updates include comprehensive stems integration, 29 internal hardware effects, and a striking new white finish. The controller maintains the winning formula of its predecessor while adding modern … Continued The post Rane One MkII Released: Deep Stems Support & 29 Internal Effects appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Reloop has announced the RP-7, claiming it as the industry’s first professionally mass-produced DJ turntable designed exclusively for 7″ vinyl. At £499 (€549/$599), it brings the technical capabilities of the company’s RP-7000/8000 MK2 series to the 45 RPM format. Let’s be clear from the start – this isn’t for everyone. In fact, it’s not for … Continued The post Reloop Launches RP-7: The First Professional 7″ DJ Turntable appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Watching a TV show from 15 years ago, one thing made me smile: Someone was quickly trying to get online, and cursing because her mouse had become unplugged! I don’t know about you but my mouse is wireless (and has been for as long as I can remember). Same goes for my TV remote, earbuds … Continued The post 5 Modern Technologies That Are Making Wireless DJing Possible appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

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Whether you’ve never livestreamed your DJ sets before, or you’re already doing it but looking for tips to improve, this article has what you need. The post The Ultimate Guide To DJ Livestreaming In 2025 appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Ferry Corsten recently found himself in an interesting position. After not playing vinyl in a club for over 15 years, the trance legend took to the decks at London’s Outernet for a four-hour set that included one hour on vinyl. His reaction was telling: “I gotta admit that when I mixed the next track, I’m … Continued The post The Lost Art of Long Tracks: Why It’s Good To Let Music Breathe appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Another week, another birthday giveaway! This time Evermix has joined the party with five EvermixBox5 streaming and recording audio interfaces to give away. The EvermixBox5 is perfect for you if you want to capture and share your sets with studio-quality audio. This compact, robust interface lets you record and livestream your performances in high quality … Continued The post Win An EvermixBox5 Recording Interface (Worth $200!) appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

While DJ technology evolves constantly, the fundamental principles of great DJing remain unchanged. These are the same principles we’ve taught for 15 years, the ones we put in our book, and the foundation of every course we create. But don’t just take our word for it. We recently asked our Facebook community a simple question: … Continued The post The Timeless DJ Wisdom That Never Goes Out Of Style appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

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The new version of djay Pro, 5.4, has just launched, and it brings a load of new features across both desktop and mobile. There are some new hardware integrations, much-requested changes to performance features and some general quality-of-life improvements that make djay an even more powerful option. Let’s take a look at everything new. More […]View the full article

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the pace of DJ technology this year, you’re not alone. Between AI-powered features, stems separation, and gear that seems to update faster than you can learn it, many DJs are asking themselves, “Am I falling behind?” Our tutor Laidback Luke – who’s been DJing for three decades and has witnessed … Continued The post Real Skills vs. Technology: What Actually Matters for DJs Today appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

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