The 5 Biggest Struggles for New DJs (According to our Community)
We asked our Crossfader community what they struggled with the most when they started out DJing. These are the top responses along with our advice on how to avoid them.
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Numark Party Mix III Review
The new Party Mix III from Numark might look like a flashy toy but could actually be one of the best beginner DJ controllers out there…
AlphaTheta XDJ-AN Review: The Ultimate Budget DJ Standalone?
The new XDJ-AN promises to bring the all-in-one XDJs down to a lower price point, but sacrifices have they had to make?
AlphaTheta CDJ-1500X Review: Do You Really Need the Flagship CDJs?
CDJ-1500X: What you need to know Price: Β£1,469 per player Packs the 10.1-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi and cloud playback of the flagship CDJ-3000X into a much tighter, space-saving format […]
5 Crucial DJ Skills That Have Nothing to Do with Mixing
As a DJ, it takes much more than just pure mixing skills to make it. We asked our community about those other things that set DJs apart and are crucial to a successful career.
Crossfader x Rise Festival: Win a Main Stage DJ Set
This December, one DJ will earn the opportunity to DJ on the main stage at Rise Festival 2026. Held in Les Deux Alpes, France, from 5-12th December, Rise […]
Student Success Stories
At Crossfader, we don’t just teach you how to DJ, we want to actually transform our students into pro DJs. Here are some Crossfader members who’ve gone on to achieve great things.
5 Bad DJ Habits Ruining Your Mixes (And How to Fix Them)
When you’re learning to DJ, it’s all too easy to slip into the same bad habits. We asked our community about their worst DJ habits and show you how to fix them.
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Rekordbox 7.0.4 is out β with some exciting new Stems updates!
Rekordbox 7.0.4 brings much-wanted updates to Stems audio quality and an all-new Groove Circuit feature to remix your drums
Mixcloud: The Ultimate Tool for DJs – Discover Why It’s Essential for Success
The essential platform for DJs to thrive. Mixcloud is revolutionizing the way DJs connect with their fans and grow their careers.
The Ultimate Guide to the Best DJ Setups in 2026 for any Budget!
This is ultimate guide to finding the right DJ setup for you, on any budget! Just getting started or wanting to level up? Let us help!
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best DJ Controller: A Step-by-Step Walkthrough
Are you an aspiring DJ? We will take you through the process of choosing the best DJ controller for your needs.
Elevate Your Hip-Hop Mixing: Unleashing Serato DJ Stems
Uncover the power of precise control over drums, vocals, and instruments. Explore our Serato Stems Mix Breakdown video for an in-depth guide!
Mastering Carl Cox’s DJ Mixing Techniques: A Practical Guide
Discover Carl Cox’s DJ tricks with cue builds, rolls, and live sampling. Elevate your skills for creative mixes and transitions!
Mastering Power Block Mixing: Elevate Your DJ Sets with Creative Blends
Unlock the secrets of Power Block Mixing and revolutionize your DJ performances. Dive into this comprehensive guide to master this technique.
How to go from Bedroom DJ To Club DJ!
Tired of playing sets in your bedroom? Feeling ready to take your talent to the club? Follow these 9 steps to take yourself to the booth!
Understanding Music File Formats For Great Sounding DJ Sets
Which type of music file is best to DJ with? Mp3? Wav? Flac? Deciding which is best is crucial to DJ your DJ set and your music management.
How to DJ With Spotify
As the most popular music streaming platform in the world, we often get asked if you can use Spotify to DJ. For a very long time the answer […]
Mix Like A Techno DJ – 3 Ways To Mix Techno
One of the most respected genres of underground dance music, techno is favoured by many skilled DJs. Check out these 3 tips on techno-mixing
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