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Serato and DJcity Launch Serato Studio Beat Making Competition
To celebrate the release of Serato Studio 1.4, Serato and DJcity have collaborated on a beat making challenge. Aspiring producers have until January 28, 2020 for their chance to win $4000 worth of Pioneer DJ gear, Serato Studio and Serato DJ Suite licences, a one-year DJcity record pool subscription, and a $50 Beatsource gift card.
To enter, applicants must make a one-minute DJ edit using Serato Studio and the acapella provided by DJcity Records, Makasi & Gregoir Cruz‘ “Manos En Mi” featuring Tima Dee. Then, film your creation and share the video to Instagram (tag @seratostudio and use the hashtag #seratostudio in your post).
Click here for more details.
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Serato Releases Serato DJ Lite 1.3.2
Serato has released the latest update for its Serato DJ Lite software, version 1.3.2.
The release includes Serato’s signature beatgrids, free demo tracks to learn to mix with, plus a new in-app learning experience taking users through key features in the software.
“We’re always looking to make beginner DJs learning experience with our software more enjoyable and fulfilling,” says Chief Strategy Officer, Nick Maclaren. “Integrating Beatgrids into Serato DJ Lite prepares DJs for what to expect on DJ Pro, while the addition of demo tracks and a new in-app educational experience will support beginners learning how to DJ. We can’t wait to see who these new users become in the DJ world.”Serato DJ Lite 1.3.2 can be downloaded now on Serato’s website.
Watch the update video above.
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Pioneer DJ Releases XDJ-XZ Controller
Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ controller (Source: Pioneer DJ)
Pioneer DJ has released a new all-in-one controller, the XDJ-XZ.
The device, which can be used with USB drives or a rekordbox-equipped laptop, “feels exactly like you’re using the CDJ-2000NXS2 and DJM-900NXS2,” according to the press release. Serato DJ Pro support will be added in early 2020.
“It is the closest thing you can get to a full two deck [Pioneer DJ] NXS2 setup at around a third of the price,” DJcityTV’s Mojaxx says.
The XDJ-XZ is available now at $2,299. Watch Mo’s first look below and stay tuned for a full review.
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Watch: DJcity and Beatsource at Amsterdam Dance Event
DJcity and Beatsource hosted two events at this year’s Amsterdam Dance Event (ADE), which took place October 15 to 20. The first was a brunch with Serato and DJcity, and the second was a Beatsource mixer.
Watch a recap of the week above.
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Serato DJ Pro 2.3.1 Adds Support for Denon DJ PRIME 4 and SC5000M
Serato has released Serato DJ Pro 2.3.1, an update that provides support for the Denon DJ PRIME 4 controller and SC5000M media player. Upon updating DJ Pro and the Denon DJ firmware, the units will work as Official Serato Accessories with enhanced functionality like hot cues, FX, and more.
Watch Mojaxx‘s first look above and download Serato DJ Pro 2.3.1 here.
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Serato Adds Support for macOS Catalina to Serato DJ Pro
Serato has released Serato DJ Pro 2.3 and Serato DJ Lite 1.3, adding support for macOS Catalina. The new versions include support for Apple’s new Music app, which replaced iTunes in Catalina.
However, some Serato DJ-enabled hardware does not currently work with Catalina. You can check the status of the Serato DJ-enabled hardware here.
In addition to adding support for Catalina, the new version of Serato DJ Pro brings the following updates:
– Improvements for devices that have motorized platters, including the Rane TWELVE
– Audio playback improvements for hardware used with Windows 7 in Serato HID mode
Serato has also added support for Catalina in the newly released Serato Studio 1.3.1.
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