Apple releases major Logic Pro X update with Live Loops, Step Sequencer
Apple's Logic Pro X saw a huge update today – referred to as the "biggest update" to the production software since…
Moog releases new synthesizer: The Subharmonicon
Moog is back with the launch of their newest synthesizer: the Subharmonicon. It's a semi-modular polyrhythmic…
Streaming L(o)ive In The Time of COVID-19: What’s the future for DJ live streaming?
Weeks have passed, and DJs the world over have settled into the reality of sheltering in place. As efforts to combat COVID-19 push on, the masses are staying at home. Clubs have shuttered their doors, bars and restaurants are no more, and…
Rekordbox 6: Now With Cloud Library Syncing
As we predicted earlier this year, a new Rekordbox version has been released. Rekordbox 6 has a new functionality, Cloud Library Sync, which allows the ability to upload tracks and playlists to Dropbox and sync them across multiple…
How DJs can stay happy and productive during a pandemic: Lessons from China
In Shanghai, clubs closed abruptly in late January. Some have just started to reopen, with temperature and ID checks, masks, and capacity limits. Here's how DJs in China have coped with an extended shutdown.
Meet Endlesss, the iOS app for collaborative music making
Tim Exile, longtime producer, performer, synth designer, and all-around musical aficionado, has finally released his much-awaited Endlesss app. And honestly, he couldn't have timed it any better (though we're sure he's probably thinking…
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Livestreaming DJ Sets in 2020: A Complete How-To Guide
In the last two weeks, the world has seen a massive increase in the amount of DJ sets streamed to the internet. With clubs across the world shuttering their doors and artists staying home, many have taken to sharing their own creative…
Tutorials and free tools for quarantined producers to beat the studio blues
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QBert on the Photon Fader, his studio gear, and his favorite decade of drums to sample
What makes a legendary artist in the DJ community? Often it's having a lasting impact - and QBert continues to do that. In today's interview from DJTT guest contributor Alex Amaro, Q talks about his most recent projects, his studio gear,…
Traktor Pro 3.3.0 is coming with XDJ-1000MK2 support, Kontrol S2/S3 get MIDI mode
In Native Instruments' "Traktor Pro Public Beta Test" forum, there's been a fair amount of activity since early January. The news is that Traktor Pro 3.3 is coming out in the near future, and a number of new features and bug fixes are…
How to make a DIY Split Cue in (almost) any mixer
Does your DJ mixer or controller not have split cue? Do you want to mix entirely inside of your headphones? It can be a challenge to be headphones-only and not have a split cue functionality, but in today's article, DJ Soo shares a DIY…
MPC One: Standalone, $699, and what the MPC Touch should have been?
Has there ever been a totally standalone MPC that's been priced under $1,000? The MPC Touch that was released five years ago seemed like it was going to be the winner - but it still required a computer. With this new MPC One, Akai hopes to…
Cue Points That DJs Should Set On Every Track: DJ Fundamentals
What prep tool can every DJ do on their tracks before they play them? Cue points! They're a powerful tool for both planned mixes and on-the-fly routines. In this DJ Fundamentals video, Ean shares the cue points that he thinks every DJ…