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Traktor Z1 MK2 can be quickly customized to suit your DJing style and personal preferences. Customizing this portable controller is easier than ever using Traktor’s Preferences. In just a few minutes, you’ll be able to change the functions of the buttons on the controller to meet your specific needs. Each of the buttons on the Z1 MK2 can be customized to a variety of Traktor Pro 4 functions. The Z1 MK2 features unique LEDs on the bottom that can be customized, and you can color code each button or button group on the controller to identify different functions. The customization options on the Z1 MK2 make this controller a perfect choice for DJs who are looking for a personalized, portable controller that includes a 24 bit, 96 kHZ audio interface. In this blog, you’ll learn how to customize the main features of the Traktor Z1 MK2, and how to customize the colours of the Z1 MK2... The post How to customize Traktor Z1 MK2 for DJing first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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You might have heard that modular setups are a flexible, creative, and portable option for DJs, but what exactly does modular mean and how do you know if it’s right for you? Unlike all-in-one controllers which are generally a single unit housing a sound card, mixer, and deck controls, modular setups are a combination of controllers. In a nutshell modular DJs bring together their own setups to suit their needs. And while every DJ is different, the modular route offers a lot of room to grow and there’s always more to explore... The post What is modular DJing? first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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The world of DJing has evolved immensely in recent years, blending cutting-edge technology, expanding musical trends, and new industry demands. Today, DJing continues to be a dynamic and promising career path, with fresh opportunities and challenges that shape the way DJs work, perform, and connect with audiences. From harnessing AI and new streaming platforms to navigating economic pressures and environmental considerations, today’s DJs must adapt quickly to stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. This article explores the key trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping DJing in 2024... The post DJing as a Career in 2024: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article -
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
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Have you always wanted to learn how to DJ but aren’t sure how to get started? Love music and want to learn to mix sets? This beginner’s guide will help you take the first steps you’ll need to take to master DJing... The post How to start DJing first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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As a DJ, tracking your ever-growing music collection may be problematic. On the other hand, a well-organized collection can help a DJ a lot by making it much easier to find the right songs for any situation. Knowing how to organize your music efficiently is a necessary skill for DJs. With that said, this post will teach you the basics of managing your music library, like how to organize your songs into playlists and how to tag and name your files correctly. So whether you’re just starting or have been DJing for a long time, these tips will help you get the most out of your music collection and improve as a great DJ. So this is the place to start if you want to learn how to DJ and get your music organized. Grab a notebook and get ready to be more organized and efficient in your work... The post How to Organize Your Music Library For DJs appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article
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Looking to improve your DJ skills? Whether you’re mixing for the first time or trying to brush up your existing skillset, these 25 tips and techniques will take you through everything you need to know. You’ll learn fundamental techniques like how to build and manage a music library, transition between tracks, and how to use Traktor Pro 4. There’s also plenty here to help you get creative with DJing, like harmonic mixing, phrase mixing, introducing effects, and EQ. Plus, we’ve got you covered for everything that comes with being a DJ, like how to find your first gigs, build a following, and engage with the crowd... The post Top 25 DJ tips to improve your skills first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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If you’re thinking about getting into DJing, a good way to get started is on a laptop. Traktor Pro 4 is perfect for this and will allow you to organize your music collection, mix together tracks, create transitions between tracks, and add effects. It’s also a great way to learn basic DJ skills and a cost-effective way to learn. Once familiar with Traktor, you can easily incorporate a DJ controller into your setup and transition into using hardware alongside the software. This blog is a step-by-step guide on how to DJ with a laptop for beginners. You’ll learn how to start DJing using only a laptop and Traktor Pro 4... The post The guide to DJing with just a laptop first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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As a DJ or home producer, you need a sturdy speaker stand to make sure your sound is amplified correctly. That’s why we’ve hand-picked these eight best speaker stands for a home studio to give you the ultimate desktop audio experience. Let’s learn about them all! The post 8 Best Speaker Stands for Home Studio appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article
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I’ve just created a soundcloud page and uploaded some tracks I’ve made. Please let me know what you think? There’s some house and trance (slower and driving) Thanks
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DJs around the world are becoming increasingly aware of copyright rules due to takedowns and mutings online – but the complex nature of music means that things aren’t always as clear as they could be. Today, I hope to shed some light on this space that has been something of a gray area for many artists. […] The post Mixcloud founder: here’s what DJs need to know about music copyright appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article -
Back again with a new addition to their growing lines of controllers, Pioneer DJ announced their latest product today: the DDJ-FLX6. It’s a 4-channel controller that comes with a swath of new features, designed with the intention of allowing artists to perform intuitively with their own flow. Perform with rekordbox or Serato DJ Pro Perhaps […] The post Pioneer DJ’s new DDJ-FLX6: a Rekordbox/Serato DJ controller with new FX and scratch features appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In her long career, Ellen Allien has seen many changes in the industry, from the transition from vinyl to digital and eventual triumph of the MP3, to the various genres, fashions and fads that have come and gone in dance music. Through it all, she’s remained committed to her own particular, underground vision of techno. […] The post Interview: Ellen Allien shares, “a great DJ mixes the people into a dream.” appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Following quickly in the footsteps of Apple’s announcement of their new flagship Mac computers earlier this week, Algoriddim has released the Mac app for their djay Pro AI software. It functions via Apple’s new M1 chip, as it’s been rebuilt via Apple Neural Engine in order to run natively on Apple’s new computers as a […] The post Algoriddim’s djay Pro AI has arrived on macOS appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Review: Denon DJ’s Prime GO lets you DJ pretty much anywhere
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In hindsight, the Denon DJ Prime GO pretty much came out at the perfect time. When first announced back in January of this year (8 years ago in pandemic time), it immediately piqued a fair amount of interest in the community. A portable, battery-powered DJ system with full Denon DJ Prime capability, coming in at […] The post Review: Denon DJ’s Prime GO lets you DJ pretty much anywhere appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article -
In the everlasting race to get more subscription revenue, SoundCloud is appealing to their creators. The streaming platform has continued to focus on monetization in recent years, creating new ways to bring in income while still supporting artists of all sizes with a place to upload their audio content. Today, they launched a new SoundCloud […] The post DJs can now stream offline from SoundCloud with new subscription appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Earlier this week, we speculated what Pioneer’s DJM-S11 could potentially look like, ahead of the assumed October 15 launch date that Pioneer has been teasing on their socials. Today, we find out how much of our original predictions are true. DJM-S11 Announced today, Pioneer DJ’s new DJM-S11 is a two-channel, four-deck battle mixer that links […] The post This is Pioneer DJ’s DJM-S11: Scratch Bank, Four-deck controls & more appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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For the last few weeks, we’ve been working on a project in collaboration with Algoriddim, who launched their own Neural Mix stem separation technology inside their iOS djay software back in August. The goal: to build the ultimate mapping to control the djay Pro AI for our Midi Fighter Twisters. The project is complete and […] The post Neural Mix stem separation control with Midi Fighter Twisters + djay appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In our latest Future DJ Gear series piece, we’re taking a look at the potential new battle mixer from Pioneer DJ: the DJM-S11. Pioneer DJ’s DJM-S9 is a much-beloved mixer amongst scratch DJs. However, arguably even more loved was the late DJM-909, which featured a touch screen and much deeper control. The DJM-S9, which “replaced” […] The post Future DJ Gear Concepts: What features Pioneer DJ’s DJM-S11 will probably have appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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It has been nearly four and a half years since we took a look at one of the hidden gems of the record pool world: ZIPDJ. Since our last review, a lot has changed for the company. It sports a brand new website, a new logo, and even more music than before. We figured it […] The post Digital Record Pools: Revisiting ZIPDJ appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Serato DJs, this one’s for you: the much-anticipated integration between Beatport, Beatsource, and Serato DJ Pro has arrived. Today, the companies announced that Beatsource LINK and Beatport LINK are now usable via Serato’s DJ Pro software. We first saw similar integrations of LINK programs into DJ gear earlier this year with Denon’s on-hardware streaming capabilities, […] The post DJs can now stream Beatport, Beatsource directly in Serato DJ Pro appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The explosion of music culture in the past few decades has occurred due to a rapidly changing society, as well as the hyper-fast development of technology. DJing was born in this technological and cultural revolution and has been quickly evolving ever since. Over the years, there have been a few pieces of gear that have […] The post The 5 products that shaped DJ history appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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With large gatherings limited or banned in some places, many bars and clubs shut down, and apprehension around returning to indoor venues – where viral spread risk is greater – many DJs are trying a make-do solution for outdoor gigs and gatherings. They’ve turned to setting up outdoors in an attempt to recapture some of that magic […] The post DIY your own portable, battery-powered DJ rig: here’s how appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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