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Engine Prime 1.2.1 Adds MCX8000 Compatibility, Enhanced Library Features
Denon DJ seems to be speeding up their rate of development for Engine Prime, today launching a new 1.2.1 version of the software. The new update brings quality-of-life updates to the library management software. At the same time, new…
macOS Mojave Out Soon; Serato Warns Users To Avoid Updating (For Now)
It's that time of year: a new version of the Apple's macOS operating system, 10.14 Mojave, is about to be released. It's almost like clockwork that when a new update comes out, DJs are warned away from updating. This time, Serato is the…
DJ Stories: Imprisoned + Deported For DJing Without A Visa
Today, we're publishing the story of an anonymous DJTT friend who learned a major lesson about professional DJ work. They documented their own experience getting held and deported from the United Kingdom for DJing without a visa. Names and…
Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3: Simplified and Mobile-Friendly
A major update to the Kontrol S2 is here - a brand new MK3 design that matches the new Kontrol S4. This new model is really focused on being mobile friendly, with a lighter weight, smaller footprint, and even a tease of iOS-centered…
Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3: Motorized Jog Wheels With Haptic Feedback
NI announced a new version of the Traktor Kontrol S4 (MK3) that packs in motorized jogwheels with haptic feedback, display screens for a heads-up view into Traktor's decks, widely expanded inputs, a high quality soundcard, and more. We've…
Machine Mikro MK3, A-Series Budget Keyboards, Komplete 12, + More NI Production Updates
NI has a whole host of new production hardware and software announcements. They're doubling down on budget gear, with a MK3 edition of the Maschine Mikro and a new line of A-Series Komplete Kontrol keyboards that are priced for smaller…
Traktor Pro 3 Coming In 2018: What We Know So Far
Yes, there's a new version of Traktor coming later this year. It's going to have a ton of new features - here are the ones we've found out about so far.
XDJ-RR: Pioneer DJ Making A $1,100 Simplified XDJ All-In-One
Today, Pioneer DJ is announcing a new, wallet-friendly standalone XDJ-RR. Think of it as a slimmed-down XDJ-RX2, with a $600 cheaper price tag to match. Pioneer DJ is clearly continuing to take aim at the budget market of DJs who are…
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How To Price Your Mobile DJ Services?
Out of all the things that seems to be up to personal interpretation in the DJ industry, price, is likely the biggest white elephant of them all. Why the biggest? Because there is no industry standard which lets each DJ make their own…
How To Overcome DJ Burnout
With any profession, burnout is a real challenge that often crops up when you least want it to. The feeling of not being able to create or wanting to do something that you love can be incredibly frustrating - but it is a challenge that so…
Using Two Laptops + iTunes Match Could Save You From Gig Disaster
In today's mobile DJ tip, veteran mobile DJ and guest contributor Jon Strader tackles a very common issue for mobile DJs: music library backups! When you're playing gigs where everything depends on your setup, how do you make and maintain a…
Build A Set With Friends: Pacemaker Adds Collaborative Mixes To iOS App
Want to make a timeline based mix with your fellow DJ friends using your tracks or a Spotify playlist? Pacemaker has expanded their iOS app to allow collaborative mixing.
Beat The Heat: Using DJ Gear In Sun + High Temperatures
Been outside in the northern hemisphere in the last two months? You've probably noticed that recent temperatures are at all-time highs. This global heat wave has been intense! But just because temperatures are heating up doesn't mean that…
Pro DJ Link: How To Set Up Pioneer DJ Setups Properly
Pro DJ Link is incredibly powerful - it allows DJs to use a variety of sources (even your cell phone) as libraries for CDJs, XDJs, and more. In this article, Teo Tormo goes through the basics of setting up Pioneer DJ rigs and reveals a few…
Move Your iTunes Playlists To Any USB Drive
Doing things in iTunes means that DJs have a near-universal organizational structure that most softwares can use. But when you want to move 50+ iTunes playlists to another computer or device, what's the best way? Here's two ways.
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