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!

How DJs Use EQs & Filters – Pioneer DDJ-200 Tutorial

29th September 2020

Learn how pro DJs use the EQs and filter control to create perfect and seamless DJ transitions! Master your DDJ-200 today with Crossfader!

DJ with the Touch Bar

28th September 2020

In this guide we are going to show you how to DJ with the touch bar, turning it into a MIDI device just like a miniature controller!

Fixing Crossfader Player Error When DJ Controller Is Connected

21st September 2020

If you’ve experienced a player error whilst your DJ controller is connected, don’t worry. In this guide we show how to fix the issue.

Getting Started With The DDJ-200 (2025)

18th September 2020

Get started with your Pioneer DDJ-200 in this complete setup guide and tutorial!

How DJs Make Remixes

17th September 2020

When you’re just starting out on your journey into music production, it can feel overwhelming and complicated. One of the first hurdles is ‘what music production software should I use?’ There isn’t just one answer to this question; however, some production software is much easier to get started with than others. In this article, we have decided to help you get started producing music with Serato Studio.

Pioneer DJ CDJ-3000 VS Denon DJ SC6000 PRIME

14th September 2020

Pioneer DJ CDJ-3000 vs Denon SC6000 Prime, which one is best? In this article we break down the key differences and explain why comparing them isn’t easy!

Pioneer DJ CDJ-3000 Review & Guide

10th September 2020

With a new display, more hot cues and that powerful processing unit, learn everything you need to know about the brand new Pioneer DJ CDJ 3000!

Learn to DJ – The complete beginners guide

12th August 2020

What is a DJ? What does a DJ do and how do you learn to be a DJ? In this article we tell you everything you need to know about becoming a DJ!

Rane Twelve MK2 Review

6th August 2020

In this review we take a look at the new Rane Twelve Mk2. With DVS output to control more sofware, is this the closest to vinyl a digital DJ’s can get?

The Complete Technics SL1200 Turntable Guide

28th July 2020

In this guide we take a look at the full range of Technics SL1200 and SL1210 turntables. The most important piece of DJ hardware there has ever been!

BPM Supreme Review

23rd July 2020

In this guide we take a closer look at BPM Supreme. A popular record pool where DJ’s can legally download music to play in their sets.

How to install a hard drive in Denon DJ Prime 2, Prime 4 and SC6000

21st July 2020

In this guide, we show how to install and set up a SATA hard drive inside the Denon DJ Prime 2, Prime 4 and SC6000 players.

Rekordbox Vocal Analysis

14th July 2020

New to Rekordbox 6, Vocal Analysis uses artificial intelligence to show where vocals lie within a track. In this guide we show how to set up and use it!

MIDI Mapping Algoriddim Djay (Neural Mix)

10th July 2020

In this guide we teach you how to MIDI Map your DJ controller in Algoriddim Djay. Especially powerful when mapping Neural Mix to take control of your stems!

When to upgrade your DJ equipment!

6th July 2020

When is the right time to upgrade your DJ gear? And do you even need to? Today we are going to break down five reasons to upgrade your equipment!

5 Top Tips for Denon DJ Prime Users!

2nd July 2020

Here are 5 tips all Denon DJ users need to know about when just getting their new DJ equipment! From how to put your logo on the screen to loop settings, hidden menu’s and more! These tips work across a range of Denon DJ Prime products from the Prime 2, Prime 4 and Prime GO to the SC5000’s and SC6000’s.