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Creating a multi-genre DJ set is a powerful way to stand out as a DJ, capturing the attention of diverse audiences and keeping your sets fresh. Mixing genres can add unpredictability, spark audience interest, and showcase your versatility as an artist. However, blending genres effectively requires technical skill, a good ear for music, and knowledge of music theory. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to mix genres to craft unique and seamless DJ sets... The post How to Mix Genres: Tips for Creating Unique Multi-Genre DJ Sets appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article

The inMusic brand has released version 2.9 of its flagship lighting-control software. Lighting-control software SoundSwitch has released version 2.9 of its flagship software. Known for its ability to create automatic, beat-synced light shows for popular DJ software like Serato, Virtual DJ, and Engine DJ, SoundSwitch is now expanding its capabilities with the introduction of Auto [...] The post SoundSwitch Releases Version 2.9 appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

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DJ TechTools has announced a USB drive called the Chroma USB Drive, made especially for DJs, which they tell us solves the problem of waiting an age for your music to export to USB. Apparently it uses specially chosen memory which makes it the fastest out there, sometimes by multiple amounts. The drive also has … Continued The post DJ TechTools Chroma USB Drive Ups The Speed For DJs appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Quite a few products come with lofty claims of being ‘the future of DJing’ and so on. But the new djay app for Meta Quest feels like it might be a taste of where things are headed in the world of DJing. Video Review: There have been a handful of attempts at getting DJing into […]View the full article

There’s a new member of Traktor’s family of modular DJ systems – the Z1 MK2. As has become the case with new Native Instruments gear, it’s a sleekly designed bit of kit and will no doubt appeal to DJs after a more unique system, especially producers looking to play around with their own tunes. It’s […] View the full article

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AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ have a controller for every DJ no matter your needs or budget – here's a breakdown of which one's best for you.View the full article

Native Instruments has launched the Traktor Z1 Mk2 modular DJ mixer controller and audio interface. This is the second recent modular controller from the company following on from the X1 Mk3, and comes in the same shape, size, and style, with the new-look Traktor logo, and a transparent base which changes colour depending upon how … Continued The post Traktor Z1 Mk2 Is A Next-Gen Modular Software Mixer & Audio Interface appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Traktor Z1 MK2 delivers hands-on control of Traktor software decks, stems, and effects in a compact, modular design. Native Instruments has just launched the Traktor Z1 MK2, an upgraded version of its popular DJ mixer controller and soundcard, designed to provide high performance in a compact, portable form. With its revamped features and intuitive layout, [...] The post Native Instruments Unveils the Traktor Z1 MK2 appeared first on DJ Life Magazine. View the full article

Here’s something for modern mobile DJs to consider: Could it be that the ability to distinguish between “hits of the time” and “timeless hits” can make or break a set? This distinction was the focus of a recent live session we hosted here at the Digital DJ Tips school, where we explored how DJs can … Continued The post Mobile DJ Secrets: “Hits Of The Time” vs “Timeless Hits” appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

They say that the Traktor Z1 MK2 covers "the fundamentals you need to DJ with Traktor Pro 4 software, in a totally portable unit."… Read More Native Instruments Intros Traktor Z1 mk2 DJ Mixer & Sound Card View the full article

For beginners looking to get into DJing, the options for gear to start on can be overwhelming. With so many different controllers and software platforms out there, it can be hard to know what to choose. However, the new DDJ-FLX2 from AlphaTheta may have made that crucial decision a whole lot easier. It works with […]View the full article

So you’ve just unboxed your brand new DDJ-FLX2 and you’re excited to start DJing – now what? Before you can get down to mixing, you need to get the controller set up with both your software and hardware – whether you’re using rekordbox, Serato or djay. If you’ve got no idea where to begin, we’ve […] View the full article

Learn to DJ with the AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 So you’ve just got your hands on a shiny new DDJ-FLX2, and you’re wondering how to use it? Even if you’re completely new to DJing and have never touched a set of decks before, our complete DDJ-FLX2 beginners’ course has you covered. Through over 50 in-depth lessons, you’ll […] View the full article

Ever been playing a song in a DJ set and suddenly realised you haven’t got a clue how it ends? Maybe it’s a brand new song that you just had to play despite not having had time to properly listen to and prepare it, or maybe it’s just a song you haven’t played for a … Continued The post Emergency Trick For Mixing Unfamiliar Songs [Free Lesson] appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Yes, gang! I hope you are keeping busy. I am just coming down from a jam-packed week of gigs. Here in the UK, it’s what’s known as ‘Freshers week,’ when thousands of new students pile into the city, and there are loads of gigs for DJs to get their hands on. ​ I supported a […]View the full article

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Engine DJ 4.1 has dropped for all compatible standalone DJ systems. The big new feature it brings is Bluetooth out, which works for all recent equipment. They’ve also added a smart headphone cue option, which will automatically switch the headphone cueing between the channels, meaning you don’t have to press the cue button manually if … Continued The post Engine DJ 4.1 Adds Bluetooth & More For Denon DJ & Numark Standalones appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Engine DJ 4.1.0 has just dropped and introduces Bluetooth support, smart cueing, expanded autoloops, and critical compatibility changes.View the full article

Denon DJ has announced the Prime Go+, an update to the unique and popular Prime Go standalone DJ unit. It’s a professional-standard portable unit with a built-in battery, metal casing, great sound, wired auxiliary input, two mic channels, and other high-end features. The new Prime Go+ improves on the original spec with a 25% longer … Continued The post Denon DJ Prime Go+ Adds Amazon Music, Improved Battery Life appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ has recently released two high-end, all-in-one DJ systems: the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ and the Pioneer DJ Opus Quad. While both units offer four-channel standalone capabilities and Rekordbox/Serato compatibility, they cater to different DJ demographics. Let’s explore their key differences to help you decide which one may be right for you…should you have a cool … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ vs Pioneer DJ Opus Quad: High-End Showdown appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

It’s fair to say that we haven’t seen as much excitement and interest around a DJ equipment launch as we have around the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ for a long, long time. It also goes to say then that it’s been quite awhile since we’ve had this many questions about any DJ gear launch from our students. … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ: All Your Questions Answered appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

In the world of standalone DJ systems, two units currently stand out as the cream of the crop: the brand-new AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ and the Denon DJ Prime 4+. As the flagship models from two of the biggest names in DJ equipment, these units naturally invite comparison, and so it has been no surprise that our … Continued The post AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ vs Denon DJ Prime 4+: Battle of the Flagship All-in-One DJ Systems appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

Beatport and Beatsource have announced lossless streaming audio inside their DJ platforms, for users subscribed to their Beatport Streaming Professional and Beatsource Streaming Pro+ plans. They say: “Our highest quality lossless audio is available in most of our DJ integrations, with Traktor and Rekordbox coming soon. Serato support for Windows is also on the way, … Continued The post Beatport & Beatsource Lossless Streaming Comes To DJ Software appeared first on Digital DJ Tips. View the full article

With the launch of the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ, the all-in-one DJ market just got a serious shake-up. This is now AlphaTheta’s flagship club-style standalone system and it brings with it the features and feel of the industry standard club gear into a single package. Naturally, DJs everywhere are comparing it to Denon DJ’s Prime 4+, a […]View the full article

With the launch of the much anticipated XDJ-AZ, many DJs are wondering how it stacks up against the XDJ-XZ. The XZ was Pioneer DJ’s previous flagship all-in-one and was a super popular choice for venues and mobile DJs. While the XDJ-AZ promises to improve on its predecessor across the board, the XDJ-XZ is far from […]View the full article

Rekordbox 7.0.4 brings much-wanted updates to Stems audio quality and an all-new Groove Circuit feature to remix your drumsView the full article

AlphaTheta (formerly known as Pioneer DJ) has just released its long-awaited new flagship all-in-one DJ system – the XDJ-AZ. It’s the successor to the popular XDJ-XZ and brings plenty of new features and fixes many of the issues and gripes people had with that model. One of the main new changes is that, for the […]View the full article

The Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX6 has been a popular pick for many DJs after a reasonably priced and highly capable controller for rekordbox or Serato. But the newer DDJ-GRV6 has come along with some exciting new features that look set to shake up the mid-priced controller market. They’re both aimed squarely at intermediate DJs looking for […]View the full article