In 1983, Grand Master Flash was making history and paving the way for the future of turntablism. Grand Master Flash pioneered the way for DJs and innovated numerous techniques. Today we have an antique routine that doubles as a fun tutorial…

Today's article comes from two ideas in the DJ TechTools article idea pool. First, how would you turn a play button into a "turntable stop effect" on non-turntable controllers? Related to that idea, we are excited to launch a "One-Button…

Kutski, a former BBC Radio 1 presenter and DJ, is known for being a bit of a Pioneer-gear aficionado, so it's not surprise to see CDJ-related tutorials and videos coming from him. In this video he's tackling the recent addition of Slip…

For a lot of producers, the creative process relies heavily on inspiration from other artists. Watching well-known producers in action is a great learning experience - especially when they experiment with new gear and techniques. We've…

With the rise in live performers who are using finger drumming techniques in their shows, it's become apparent that learning how to play beats on a MIDI controller is yet another way to rise to the top for DJs and producers. In this article…

If you're a DJ TechTools newsletter subscriber, then you probably know about Mad Zach's popular, playable, and fun sound packs for Ableton Live. Ever wondered how to make them yourself? Today we've got you covered. Continue reading for a…

http://www.youtube.com/v/dTvUw7mf-aU The response to my recent NI demo video featuring a live Depeche Mode remix was great, but a LOT of people asked for the demo on how it was done. The wait is over and we have an exclusive inside look…

Here at DJ TechTools we have a deep treasure trove of Traktor articles but with only 24 hours in the day, it's impossible to cover everything. Fortunately, many sites, blogs, and independent DJs have followed our lead and have begun…