Last updated 1 February, 2024 In 2024, DJing has changed forever, thanks to the “Acapella & Stems DJing Revolution”. Watch the lesson above to learn about the “dark art” of acapella mixing, where we delve into why they’re so special, where to find them, how to make them sound good, and more. About this lesson […]
Last updated 31 January, 2024 There are certain “thresholds” in DJing – skills that once you cross the boundary, there’s no going back. Beatmixing, scratching, keymixing – and we can definitely add “DJing with acapellas” to that list. There is literally nothing like fitting an acapella perfectly over an instrumental, especially when the acapella is […]
Last updated 10 January, 2024 Now is a great time to commit to improving your DJing this year. Often we reach plateaus. And if we’re not careful, the years slip by, and we’re not registering any real improvements in our DJing. What I’m going to share with you now is a simple five-step plan for […]
As the DJing world continuously evolves, new gear is an inevitability. 2024 is likely to bring a solid set of new products to the DJ world, and we expect to see new gear that could transform how we mix, manipulate, and experience music. From stem-focused controllers to iterative updates from Pioneer DJ, we expect smart […]
Last updated 2 November, 2023 Love DJing, but also work a high-pressure job? You’re not alone, as many DJs in our community are dealing with the same issue. Watch the lesson replay for advice on balancing your DJ life with a full-time job. About this lesson This is a recording of one of our free […]
Last updated 20 October, 2023 If you’re introverted, DJing may seem like a bad fit – but is it really? Watch the lesson for some surprising truths, and stick around for gig stories, community insights, and tips for success. About this lesson This is a recording of one of our free Thursday Q&A Live DJ […]
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 standardized, and sadly, no custom mapped them anymore. As the years went by, DJ hardware became just […]
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 standardized, and sadly, no custom mapped them anymore. As the years went by, DJ hardware became just […]