Tips and Tricks
Using Beat Jump Feature for Track Preparation
On this week’s Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx explains how to use Serato DJ Pro’s Beat Jump feature, not for performance, but for track preparation. The feature is also found in Traktor Pro and rekordbox DJ.
Watch above.
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First Look: Pioneer DJ Rekordbox 5.6.1 Public Beta
Pioneer DJ has released the latest upgrade to their flagship DJ software, the public beta of rekordbox 5.6.1. In addition to the standard performance enhancements, this version introduces two streaming services to the program: Beatport LINK and SoundCloud Go+.
On this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a first look at the rekordbox 5.6.1 public beta. Watch above and download the beta here.
Note: Only the Mac version of the public beta is currently available, with the Windows version coming soon.
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Reloop RP-8000 MK2 Turntable Review
The ultimate DJ turntable? Mojaxx reviews Reloop’s RP-8000 MK2 on this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks.
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Numark Announces New Mixer, the ‘Scratch’
Numark has announced the “Scratch,” an affordable two-channel mixer designed to work with Serato DJ Pro.
The Scratch features a mini Innofader crossfader, hardware filters, and other pro features like XLR main outs and a dedicated booth output.
The Scratch unlocks the full DVS functionality of Serato DJ Pro. Four performance pads deliver hot cue triggering, loop rolls, and access to the SP8 sampler. A pair of loop encoders can also be used to select and load tracks. Additionally, the Scratch offers instant access to six effects in Serato DJ Pro, trigged by two-way paddle switches.
Although the Scratch was just announced, it is available in stores now, priced at $499.
Check out Numark’s website for more info and watch Mojaxx‘s review below.
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Serato Announces Serato DJ Pro 2.2 Public Beta
After teasing some new features on Instagram last week, Serato has announced the public beta of Serato DJ Pro 2.2. In addition to bug fixes and 64-bit processing in Serato Video, it also contains two long-awaited features: play count and day mode.
Mojaxx takes a first look at the updates on this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks.
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Traktor DJ 2 First Look and Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 Review
On this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a look at two new offerings from Native Instruments.
The Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 updates the controller to make it more beginner-friendly. Also aimed at beginners, the Traktor DJ 2 app now includes the ability to stream music using SoundCloud Go+ among other improvements.
Watch Mo’s first look and review above.
Related Post: First Look: Native Instruments Traktor Pro 3.1
First Look: Pioneer DJ’s DDJ-200 Controller
On this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx takes a first look at Pioneer DJ’s DDJ-200 controller.
Designed to be beginner-friendly, the DDJ-200 is billed as a “smart DJ controller.” It is a wireless controller which connects to various smartphone DJing apps via Bluetooth. Also, the device works with streaming services such as Beatport LINK, SoundCloud Go+, Spotify, and more.
Watch Mojaxx’s first look above.
Update on Mojaxx’s Switch From Mac to Windows
A few months ago, Mojaxx decided to see if he could switch from a Mac to a Windows laptop for DJing. On this week’s episode of Tips and Tricks, he checks back in with an update on how the transition went.
Have you switched from Mac to Windows? Share your advice in the comments section below.
JBL 104 Studio Monitors Reviewed
Mojaxx reviews JBL’s new compact and affordable 104 studio monitors on this week’s Tips and Tricks.
Mojaxx Reviews MasterSounds’ Linear 4V Mixer and FX Unit
On this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx reviews two pieces of DJ gear from boutique electronics manufacturer MasterSounds.
The Linear 4V is a made-to-order, four-channel mixer with a variety of features. The FX unit is a compact piece that is made to integrate with MasterSounds mixers, but works with a number of other mixers as well.
Watch Mojaxx’s review above.
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