Knowing what speed to play your tracks after mixing them together is a key skill that every beginner needs to learn. Today, founder and tutor DJ Jamie Hartley shows you exactly what you need to know when it comes to the BPM’s of your songs!
Mixing between genres made easy! Mixing between two different genre’s is a daunting task for DJ’s, the difference in BPM’s and energy can mean a simple beat […]
Recording mixes and sets can be one of the best marketing methods for DJ’s but there has always been confusion about the best way to actually get your set recorded. With many options available, DJ Holland breaks down the key methods and what you’ll need to get set up your sets recorded!
If you’re using your MacBook to DJ it’s a good idea to get your machine as optimised as possible to maximise performance. In this article we are going to show you five handy tips that you might not have been aware about to streamline your machine for DJ applications!
If you are using a Windows computer to DJ with, there are various settings we can tweak to maximise the computers performance. In this article we are going to show you five handy tips that you might not have been aware about, to streamline your machine for DJ applications!
Setting your gain structure and controlling your levels is a critical part of every DJ routine. Often overlooked and the main cause of bad sounding audio and mixes, it’s important for every DJ to know how and when to adjust the gain. In this video our DJ tutor Jamie Hartley breaks down the essentials to make sure your mixes never suffer from unwanted distortion or compression.
Acapellas or “A cappella” to give it its proper spelling, are a vital tools for DJ’s allowing them to create live remixes and transition between songs with more flair. In this free tutorial Jamie Hartley breaks down different ways to combine scratching with the use of a cappella’s to take your sets to the next level.
A recent update to Mac OS X included improved security surrounding driver installation. If rushed, you may miss this crucial step when installing your DJ hardware, meaning loss of audio and sometimes no connection at all. Crossfader’s resident geek DJ Holland breaks down the steps you need to look out for when installing your hardware to ensure a perfect connection every time!
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.
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!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
The most recent expansion pack for Serato, Serato Play allows DJs to access the softwares full potential without the need to plug in external hardware! Today we look at how to set Serato Play up and how to maximise it’s performance features!
In this beginner’s guide to Rekordbox DJ you will learn how to import, organise and manage your music library.
In this guide we cover the absolute essentials to get you started with Serato DJ Lite and Serato DJ Pro.
If you’re just starting your DJ journey we’re here to break down our essential first five steps to help you along your way!
Follow this DDJ SB3 tutorial on how to use the FX Fade pad mode. This mode is really useful for beginner DJs. Watch and learn how to DJ with Crossfader!
Have you ever sat in front of your DJ equipment wondering where to start when planning a DJ set or routine? Do you need some inspiration to help you start thinking creatively about music? We’re here to give you some starting points and help you get inspired!