Keyboard Mode Tutorial – Rekordbox
Keyboard Mode is a dynamic and powerful tool. In this tutorial we break down the theory and methods to perform tone plays live!
Author: Jamie Hartley
Hey i'm Jamie Hartley the founder but more importantly DJ tutor here at Crossfader! I've been working in the industry for over a decade now. I've been lucky enough to play around the world at some amazing clubs and festivals but now my mission is to help as many DJs worldwide, learn new skills, how to DJ and mix creatively!
Moving music and playlists from iTunes to DJ Software
In this tutorial you’ll learn how to move music out of iTunes into various DJ software such as Rekordbox and Serato. Click for step by step instructions!
How DJs Prepare A Playlist & Mix
Planning A DJ Set From Scratch Every week we upload a new mix to our YouTube channel. These mixes are designed to inspire your next DJ set with […]
The DJ Discussion – Advice from industry veteran Lawrence James
Introducing the DJ Discussion. A brand new series hosted by DJ Lawrence James. LJ is here to discuss the issues you might face in the DJ industry and provide an insight on how to tackle them.
Breaking News – Standalone Streaming Announced by Denon DJ
Fresh off the back of their recently updated firmware which brought a whole host of new features including Rekordbox support. Denon DJ has once again stunned the DJ industry by announcing streaming capabilities on all their Prime players!
Pioneer DJ DDJ-200 Smart DJ Controller
We take a look at Pioneer DJ’s most affordable DJ controller to date. With no audio connections and designed to connect to your phone via Bluetooth this little controller will no doubt turn heads in the DJ community. Could this be the controller that launches the next generation of DJ? Let’s find out!
MWM Phase DJ Review
Phase DJ is a wireless DVS controller that removes the need for needles on a turntable altogether. Does this new technology live up to the hype? Here is our complete review!
Triplets Timing – Scratching Tutorial
Learn how to scratch in triplet timing and download our free scratch sounds, beats and tools to follow along step by step!
Vinyl Brake Trick
n the modern era of DJ’ing the motor switch is quite a rare sight so we lose the ability to recreate this trick. However there is a way to recreate this trick and even take it to the next level by being able to adjust the speed of the brake.
Pioneer DJ DDJ-800 Review
The DDJ 800 is the highly anticipated all new 2 channel controller from Pioneer DJ. With the great success of the 400 and 1000 units, does the 800 do enough to dominate the mid range market too?
Automatic Music Management
Managing your music is a personal and unique thing to do, every DJ has their own way of doing it and no two libraries are the same. However […]
Getting the perfect BPM on a DJM Mixer Effects
The effect unit on DJM mixer doesn’t always automatically find the right BPM. Manually tapping can take a while to get right but did you know there is an easier way of finding the perfect BPM?
Denon DJ Prime 4 Review
It’s hard to comprehend that it was only back in January that Denon DJ, teased and then revealed the Prime 4 to the world. Finally it’s here and this is everything you need to know about the DJ product of the year!
Change the colour of your waveforms
From 10 years ago with the original CDJ2000, the blue waveform has become a staple of the Pioneer line up. However it doesn’t have to be this way, today we show you how to change the look of your waveforms!
Free DJ Scratching Tutorial
In this free lesson, we show you how to take your baby scratch to the next level. By varying your timings, you will learn how to perform more complex routines and patterns.
Serato Prepare Crate
Did you know you can prep tracks whilst DJing in Serato? Today we show you how to use the prepare crate to save you time in your sets!
Pioneer RX2 Loop Jumps
Did you know on the XDJ-RX2 you can move your loops in the track whilst playing? Today we show you how to do it and give you two examples of how to use this creative technique in a live performance!
Serato AM Mode
Do you know what AM mode is in Serato and how to use it? In todays episode of did you know, we take a look at this handy feature and how to enable it!
Pioneer DJ Rekordbox Review & Guide
Learn all about Rekordbox DJ, the export and performance software that enables DJ’s to take full control of their Pioneer DJ hardware in this full review!
Traktor Remix Decks vs Stem Decks
In this tips and tricks video we break down the core differences between the two decks, how to control them and where’s best to use one over the other!
Learn How to DJ with an iPad (For FREE!)
DJing on a iPad is becoming more popular and for good reason. Today we’re going to help you learn how to DJ on a iPad, just using a free app from the app store!