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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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Aslice, founded by DJ DVS1 in 2022, enables DJs to allocate a percentage of their performance fees to producers. This software uses machine learning to match tracks and distribute payments accurately. The post DJs using a tool, Aslice, to pay producers whose tracks are featured in their sets appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article -
Are you interested in learning to DJ, but don’t know how to get started? Maybe you’ve been inspired by a DJ in a club, or a DJ set you saw on YouTube and wondered if you could do the same thing. DJing is an amazing hobby that can lead to a fruitful career, or can simply be a fun way to enjoy music on your own or with friends. The good news is you can learn to DJ if you follow the right advice, consider taking DJ lessons and set up a practice routine. In this guide, you’ll learn some of the best tips for beginner DJs. Discover the basics of DJ equipment, DJ controllers and Traktor software, where to get music for DJing, and how to organize a music library. Plus, you’ll learn how to beat match, how to transition between tracks, and the art of music programming... The post Learn how to DJ: Explore these 6 beginner tips to get started first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article -
DJ cue points are amazingly simple yet powerful tools for executing better mixes. Cue points are distinct markers placed on tracks in a digital music collection that make it easy to instantly navigate to a particular section of the song. Cue points are placed on tracks during set preparation and are helpful for planning sets and mixes. In this tutorial, learn about what cue points are, how to set cue points in Traktor, and where to set cue points on your tracks. No matter what genre you play, using cue points will streamline the organizational aspects of mixing and release artistic potential in your mixes. Follow along with this tutorial using Traktor Pro, the industry-leading DJ software that you can mix with up to four decks... The post How to set cue points for better arrangements when DJing first appeared on Native Instruments Blog. View the full article
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When it comes down to it, traveling with your DJ gear for gigs is unavoidable when it’s your bread-and-butter, and pulling in cash for gear rentals is always nice – so protecting your setup from thieves and damage is crucial to keep your line of work running smoothly. Because let’s face it: no one wants to […] The post 10 Tips To Prevent Your DJ Gear From Getting Stolen appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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This week’s surprise news of a pending acquisition of Serato Audio Research by AlphaTheta Corporation (Pioneer DJ’s parent company) riled up many DJs. There’s been (very valid) concerns expressed about market consolidation, dampening of innovation, and long term support for legacy products. But what about the flip side? Is this deal born out of a […] The post 5 times DJs won when Serato + Pioneer DJ collaborated appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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AlphaTheta Corporation has acquired Serato Audio Research and the two companies will turn their long-standing partnership into one business entity. The post AlphaTheta (Pioneer DJ) just acquired Serato Audio Research (Serato DJ) appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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On June 29, Denon DJ’s latest piece of hardware will become available to the global masses with the launch of the Prime 4+. The 4-deck controller is the first standalone to exist with a Stems separation ability, as well as built-in Wi-Fi to use major streaming services like Amazon Music, Beatport, TIDAL and more. Key […] The post Denon DJ’s Prime 4+: first standalone controller with Stems isolation appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In my last article, I shared my vision of a golden age of DJing brought about by advancements in AI-generated music. You might think it’s a far-fetched idea, but in reality, we’re much closer than you might imagine. There are already several proof-of-concept tools available that showcase this exciting future. The results may be rough […] The post Get Ready: The Future of AI-Powered DJing is Nearer Than You Think appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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MIXO launches a dedicated DJ library management platform, enabling DJs to organize playlists, sync across devices, import & export between software, and backup their music libraries to the cloud, challenging the use of iTunes and Apple Music in the DJ market. The post MIXO wants to transform DJ Library Management with their new platform appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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In this editorial from Ean Golden, discover how AI technology is set to revolutionize DJing, ushering in a renaissance that empowers DJs as the ultimate tastemakers and performers. The post The Resurgence of DJing’s Golden Age Could Come With AI appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Discover the MasterSounds Four Valve MK2 and Two Valve MK2 analog DJ mixers, packed with innovative features like Variable-Q high pass filters and Innofader crossfaders for a top-notch mixing experience. The post MasterSounds and Union Audio release Four Valve MK2 + Two Valve MK2 Rotary DJ Mixers: Enhanced Playability with VariableQ High-pass Filters, Innofader appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Pioneer DJ’s flagship software has a new update coming this summer – and with it, two key features to note. rekordbox ver. 6.6.4 was announced today, which offers a brand-new Cloud Analysis tool and support for the streaming service bpm supreme. Let’s take a look at the latest additions. Cloud Analysis: get quicker track data, thanks […] The post Rekordbox 6.6.4: Cloud Analysis uses other DJs analysis files + stream support for bpm supreme appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The djay software from Algoriddim has been on a strong kick this last decade, and this week, they’re announcing DVS support! That’s right, the app is finally getting full control via turntables using their own time code vinyl. DVS support is hardly anything new on computers, but as far as I can recall, it’s only […] The post Algoriddim’s djay makes DVS on iPhone possible, integrates Neural Mix into their control vinyl appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Serato DJ Pro users, this one’s for you. Pioneer DJ has announced the latest addition to their mixer family: the new DJM-S5. Designed specifically for usage with the Serato DJ Pro software, it’s a bright red, two-channel, scratch-style design mixer priced at $839 USD. Scratch DJs may find familiarity in the layout, as it’s similar […] The post Pioneer DJ’s new DJM-S5: a USB-powered 2-channel scratch mixer to use with Serato DJ Pro appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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The barriers to entry for music producers have mostly been obliterated. Between the multitude of digital distribution platforms and the self-contained ecosystem of Bandcamp, music producers needn’t – and often don’t – bother with record labels and physical releases. So then, the question becomes: why does the vinyl market not only persist, but continue to grow? Collectability, […] The post You should produce your vinyl records via short-run lathe cutting – here’s why. appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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It might be no surprise anytime Pioneer DJ teases a sequence of new releases that the first thing is usually a new color way of an existing product. This time, it’s the XDJ-XZ, which is getting a white version, the XDJ-XZ-W. The new white colored version of the XDJ-XZ will cost $2,499, and we’ve already […] The post Pioneer DJ releases white XDJ-XZ-W, but more products to come… appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Engine DJ has released a new edition of their flagship software, version 2.2 – and with it an array of new features and bug fixes for both OS and desktop. New features & fixes: Active Loops, FX Time Division + more On the hardware/OS feature front, check out the latest additions: Active Loops – you can […] The post Engine DJ’s latest 2.2 release: bug fixes, new features like Active Loops, Virtual DJ Computer Mode, Metronome + more appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Serato released its most recent update to its DJ software, Serato DJ Pro 2.5.11, earlier this month – and with it, a big door that opened for DJs interested in using Pioneer DJ’s XDJ-RX3 – the 2-channel, all-in-one piece of DJ hardware – with it. The XDJ-RX3 will now unlock Serato DJ Pro for free when […] The post Serato DJ Pro now supports Pioneer DJ’s XDJ-RX3 with latest update appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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Chrome Caps - a new version of Chroma Caps that have a reflective metallic appearance coating on the outside to give them an incredible shine and to make your DJ gear really stand out. The post Chrome Caps: We’re making Gold Chroma Caps, here’s how to be the first to get them. appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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As the world gets back on track, there’s finally what looks to be a bright future for nightlife around the globe. And as our favorite clubs, bars, and festivals prepare to open their doors once again, that means artists will be back to playing on real stages, in real life – no more Twitch streaming or […] The post Returning to IRL DJ gigs? Here’s 7 ways to quell stage anxiety without alcohol. appeared first on DJ TechTools. View the full article
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50% off Traktor Pro 3 (now £44.50)
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If the world was not granted the gifts of technology, we would be listening to ‘raw’ tracks of bands and performers that sound pretty much the same as when they are playing in a rehearsal studio. In the worst-case scenario, these tracks would be a massive jumble of noise, whereas even in the best case scenario plenty of details would be lost on us. Mixing and mastering are sound-manipulating techniques that share a lot of similarities. Still, they also have plenty of differences between them, and today we’re going to run a little course explaining what these two terms mean, how they correlate, and why they are so important for both musicians and music listeners... The post What Is Mixing And Mastering & 7 Differences appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article
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Almost every home anywhere in the world has at least some sort of a vinyl record collection; whether you’re an enthusiast, a collector, a professional musician who just happens to have a ton of music from bands you’ve played with or just someone who inherited a pile of old records, it doesn’t really matter. What does matters and what most people don’t know how to do properly is how to clean and maintain their vinyl records, so that’s what we’re here to talk about today? ... The post How To Clean & Maintain Your Vinyl Records appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article
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A DJ’s gearbox is never really complete without an effect unit. Remix stations, Drum units, and Loop Stations are the best way to upgrade your mixing techniques. Sure, you might have an excellent mixing console, your own beat plugins and sequencers, state of the art headphones, and you might think you’re done. If you’ve been wondering how to spice up your mixes and live performances lately, you might want to stick with us a bit longer as we review some of the best DJ Effect Units available on the market... The post 3 Best DJ Effect Units / Remix Stations in 2020 appeared first on GlobalDJsGuide. View the full article
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