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Monday, April 24, 2017

First Look: Serato Sample

Serato Sample

Producers have been eager to get their hands on Serato Sample ever since its introduction last week. The plugin is currently in private beta, though, which means that not everyone who applies will be accepted.

Thankfully, Mojaxx has given a “first look” at Sample to provide an overview of its features and clear up any confusion.

Watch above and apply for the beta on Serato’s website.

Related: Serato Announces Public Beta for New Sampler Plugin

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Music Production, Serato,
Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Serato Announces Public Beta for New Sampler Plugin

Serato Sample

Serato Sample

Serato has launched the public beta of Serato Sample, a new plugin for producers. The plugin brings some of the best features of Serato to the production world.

Sample enables producers to find and manipulate samples in tracks with leading music production software such as Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro, and Maschine. It also works in other DAWs, although they’re currently not supported.

Sample differs from other plugins of its kind in a couple of ways. Firstly, it’s based on an improved version of Serato DJ’s familiar cue point workflow. Secondly, it enables producers to instantly find samples in a track with a feature called Autoset. And thirdly, it enables producers to detect and shift the key of a track with Serato’s Pitch ‘n Time technology.

In an announcement on their website, Serato CEO Young Ly said,

“Over the years we’ve seen huge growth in the crossover between DJing and producing, so it feels like a natural next step for us to return to the world of production. And in turn, it made sense to leverage our successful plugin, Pitch ‘n Time.”

The plugin has already been praised by notable DJ/producers.

“This is insane,” DJ Jazzy Jeff wrote on Instagram. “If you sample, this is a total game changer!”

DJ Dahi, who’s produced for Dr. Dre, Kendrick Lamar, and Drake, said, “I like being able to get the ideas out quickly. You can’t hold on to music; this helps you get it out.”

The public beta is currently only available to experienced producers. You can find out if you make the cut by applying at Serato’s website.

Watch Serato’s introductory video below.

Related: Serato DJ 1.9.6 Now Available

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Music Production, Serato,
Wednesday, April 12, 2017

How to Deal With Sun Glare When DJing Outside

Sun glare

DJs are playing more outdoor gigs now that spring has arrived. However, sun glare poses a challenge for DJs who perform outside. On this episode of Tips and Tricks, Mojaxx discusses how to keep your laptop screen clear and legible even on the brightest of days.

Related: Protect Your Turntables From Bass and Other Vibration With the MK Stands Isolation Boots

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Serato, Tips and Tricks,
Friday, April 7, 2017

Watch Live Evil Perform ‘Bang That’ at Serato

Live Evil

Vancouver duo Live Evil (Kutcorners and DJ Marvel) have made a name for themselves with their remixes and live performances. Their sets feature impressive combinations of finger drumming, sample triggering, scratching, and other techniques.

Now, Live Evil have put their skills on display in an three-minute routine for DJcityTV. The video, which was filmed at Serato‘s Los Angeles studio, shows them performing an original track called “Bang That.” Viewers can also learn how to perform the routine with six free lessons from music education app, Melodics.

Watch above and download the lessons here (use promo code BANG-THAT).

Related: Vancouver Duo Live Evil Drops DJcity Podcast Mix

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Live Evil, Melodics, Routine, Serato,
Monday, April 3, 2017

How to Use Custom Cue Points in Serato DJ

Turntable Techniques

Custom cue points can streamline and open up new options for your DJ sets. On this episode of Turntable Techniques, the Beat Refinery‘s DJ As-One discusses how to create and use them in Serato DJ.

Related: How to Use ‘Transition Stingers’

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Beat Refinery, DJ As-One, Serato, Turntable Techniques,
Thursday, March 30, 2017

Chris Karns Discusses His Live Setup for Pretty Lights

Chris Karns

Chris Karns
Chris Karns performs with Pretty Lights in Morrison, Colorado in 2016. (photo credit: Jesse Borrell)

Serato recently caught up with former DMC World Champion, Chris Karns, who’s currently on tour with the Pretty Lights band. The Denver native has been working with the group for the past three years.

Karns discussed how his approach to DJing has changed since joining the band, the various components of his setup, and how he uses Serato DJ. Specifically, Karns explained how he uses the Pitch ‘n Time expansion pack and Ableton Link.

In addition to the interview, Karns put together an eclectic hour-long set for the SeratoCast.

Watch the convo and stream the mix below.

Related: Chris Karns Performs With Reloop’s Mixon 4

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Chris Karns, Interview, Pretty Lights, Serato, SeratoCast,

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