Algoriddim’s djay Pro 5.0 is here: hyper-fast stem separation, flexible beat…
Algoriddim is releasing djay Pro 5.0. Here's what DJs should know about this major Neural Mix stem separation…
Serato DJ 3.1 adds integrated accessory control of Serato Stems
This new update to Serato DJ has been in the mix for a bit, but this week Serato fully released Serato DJ 3.1. This…
Breaking writer’s block: A producer’s guide to sparking inspiration
Ask any artist what their least favorite part of their creative process is, and you may very well find an overarching pattern: the challenge of dealing with writer’s block. Many music producers dread those two words – or rather, what…
8 Tips To Prevent Your DJ Gear From Getting Stolen
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…
Is AI the future of music? This is Emergent Drums: an AI-powered drum sampler plug-in
Audialab, the parent company behind Emergent Drums, has developed a new plug-in that uses state-of-the-art Artificial Intelligence to generate unique samples constantly. The program works much like any traditional software or…
Traktor X1 MK3: A First Look
In 2001, I switched to DJing with Traktor because it allowed me to use MIDI controllers and customize them to create new ways of playing. The modularity they offered was exciting and very innovative. Then MIDI controllers became…
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Review: Traktor Pro Plus 3.8 – After 8 months, is the subscription worth it?
It’s been about eight months since Native Instruments announced the Traktor Pro Plus subscription in August 2022. Traktor DJs hoping for new hardware or some next-level software features instead got another subscription sales pitch. At…
You can now make Bandcamp playlists – available offline too – on mobile
Bandcamp's UX just got a bit more functional and a lot more fun. As of just a few days ago, the platform has added the ability to make playlists with tracks in your collection. Users registered on the platform can add tunes from a track or…
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Tips for DJing in Extreme Cold: DJTT readers share their advice
DJing in extreme weather is a sport in itself – whether it's an extra-hot day in the desert or a freezing cold party in the snow. Though it may sound grueling, more than anything it's fun (we're all here for the adventure anyways,…
Serato’s Stems added to their DAW in Serato Studio 2.0
Serato just added their real-time stem separation to their DAW, Serato Studio.
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In the 2020s, it seems that everything costs a monthly fee, and everything is connected to the cloud. For better or for worse, DJ software is no different, with the advantages of cloud storage, music streaming, and library syncing coming…
Controlling the dancefloor: a guide on organizing playlists by energy
Whether you’re a seasoned DJ of many years or just getting into the craft, you’ve probably struggled with organizing playlists at some point in your career (I know I have). As someone who’s been DJing for over 10 years, I’ve tried…