great tips.. I actually look forward to transitioning to and from DJ's who are willing to mix in and out of eachothers sets.. I think it's the way to go, music should not stop.. even if you need to play some ambient noise drones between sets.
not sure about plugging it into traktor but you can plug it into a 3rd channel on your mixer (if you have a 3 or more channel mixer) and play samples off of that. If you want to trigger samples from your iphone however, you can get a midi control app such as lemur or touchosc and have it control the sample section in traktor.
I don't have an X1 or Traktor, but what I've learned to do is cue the song at the start of a beat, then whenever I hold down the cue button, it plays from the start of a beat, and I can immediately hear if it drifts out of time with whatever's playing. I let go the cue button, adjust the pitch & try again. Retriggering from the same beat each time with the cue button saves me trying to nudge the timing without a jog wheel. From there it's just practice. You could beatmatch to iTunes or something
hi, but how do you switch between 2 dj's who use HID on traktor and CDJ's? The problem is that it takes to much time to get the settings right. I can do that but i always need an extra cd to make it work. Other suggestions?
Very cool. Thanks for posting. Is traktor as friendly with hot swapping USB cables? I noticed you guys are using serato. I have had my PC freeze when the USB has been unplugged.
hey ean, i just recogniced that you used traktor with a pioner djm 850 (or something like this)... i just have a couple of questions: how did you map the effect control? and how can i use the effects of traktor AND the effects on the djm -> is this possible?
I'm not a Traktor user, but I've had other software freeze before when unplugging sound cards. I think the safest bet is to close the software first, or failing that, stop the music first.
Hey there, love your tutorials! can you tell me what kind of usb cabel do you use? is ist a normal one? and what is the special thing about the black thick areas at each end?
what id like to know is.... when someone else is djing with CDs... and i come along with my traktor... (not using cds, just a X1 using syncing) how on earth can you beatmatch to the cds to switch over? .... is the nuding on the X1 good enough?
Does Serato auto-detect the sound card or something? I'm not a Serato user, and to get music playing that quickly I'd have had to open the software's audio preferences beforehand.
But what if, for example, I want to transition from the usual 2cdjs to 2 vinyl turntables/controllers etc? Or from a controller to turntables? Maybe im not looking hard enough, but i cant seem to find a video turtorial on how that is done.
Ohhh, wow, never thought it was that simple. Thanks for answering my question! Sorry for my ignorance, I just had started researching about djing literally just last month. This really helped!
+dennisvergel36 the problem in that is that nowadays like 60-70 % of the Laptop DJ's cant even beatmatch because they dont need it in an digital setup. So my tip for new dj's: learn to beatmatch, it needs like 2-3 months but helps you alot, even in a digital setup because you train your ear. DJ's who cant beatmatch by ear are like racedrivers who cant drive stick.
Excellent! I wondered if could cover something about transitioning in a club from serato dj to traktor pro 2(not scratch) and vice versa? Perhaps even to mix along side each other too where on dj is serato turntablist the other is ableton and traktor controller dj using apc40/x1
Very cool! I wonder if you guys could give some more tips like that when switching between djs using traktor, ordinary mixers (not special ones like Rane) and with lots of controllers and cables ;)
How about a tutorial about two DJs playing one set? I'm trying this right now with a friend of mine and we could use some inspiration. Not just ping-pong, where exploring different posibilities... ;-) If you'll do that I'll promise to post a video answer!
I am baffled that putting a CD/USB stick/SD card into a CDJ wasn't mentioned. It's like the second easiest thing to do next to the Rane 62. If you're using turntables, having one CDJ would fit in as a 3rd source...or...if you're using CDJs, you could play a track during the switch. Careful though with using interfaces (like the SL1, 2, 3, 4), if you're not powered, removing the USB will disable the Thru signal.
most clubs use their own pioneer and rane hardware set up to their pa systems. Dont get all defensive about your portable dj midi thing, because it still is the club standard.
Where are the sound cards? If they're built into the DJ controllers, then of course, you can plug the main outputs of both controllers into different channels on a mixer. Just make sure you go into inputs labelled "Line" and not "Phono." Line is for CD players, laptops and basically anything with a headphone socket, while phono is just for record players. The reason the DJ's in this video don't do what you suggested is because they're sharing the same sound card (which is built into the mixer).
Has anyone had problems with laptop power cord interfering with sound quality. I had thought it was a problem with my speakers them selves, or cheap cables, but If I unplug the power from my laptop the annoying buzzing stops. Perhaps It's the dell computer, but if I could help it, I'd rather not spend $1,700 on a macbook.
I'm no DJ but I greatly appreciate dudes like this who share music knowledge. Great stuff!
DUDE..... that scratch transition was SICK
great tips.. I actually look forward to transitioning to and from DJ's who are willing to mix in and out of eachothers sets.. I think it's the way to go, music should not stop.. even if you need to play some ambient noise drones between sets.
You can rock the club with any equipment u want. Club standard means the most common equipment you see installed when u show up to a club.
Ah Julia Gomes - Love Song 28! Jam! Big love from Cape Town, you're videos are great. Love the tip about using the noise generator on the djm 900.
Who needs a cool transition when you've got a killer mustache like that?
not sure about plugging it into traktor but you can plug it into a 3rd channel on your mixer (if you have a 3 or more channel mixer) and play samples off of that.
If you want to trigger samples from your iphone however, you can get a midi control app such as lemur or touchosc and have it control the sample section in traktor.
Wauw, amazing transitions between several DJ's! Big thumbs up!
That dude's mustache went to a different level when he touched the turntable. Wow!
I don't have an X1 or Traktor, but what I've learned to do is cue the song at the start of a beat, then whenever I hold down the cue button, it plays from the start of a beat, and I can immediately hear if it drifts out of time with whatever's playing. I let go the cue button, adjust the pitch & try again. Retriggering from the same beat each time with the cue button saves me trying to nudge the timing without a jog wheel. From there it's just practice. You could beatmatch to iTunes or something
Old school trick is to get on the mic and emcee between switch overs. And I really like the Ipod app trick, Gonna have to try that.
Thank you southern dj, It's refreshing that someone leave a helpful comment.
When did Rick from The Walking dead become a DJ?
whats the name of the song at 5:55 .. but with the voice speaking not otis
Track name is 'Love Song 28' from Jullian Gomes. It's the original mix!
every video is great... keep em comin Ean and team!
at the end of transition to "the roll" I like the vinyl record, one of my favorites for parties, Kenny Dope presents The Bucketheads "The Bomb!"
6:02 what's the name of the track just been dropped?
Jay Z & Kanye West - Otis
ahhh that scratching transition is insane
this is for pro DJ because the beginer do to play and switch in clubs with others DJ
i love it is awsome!!
One of the bests tutorials from DJTT ;D
Hey i tried to look for that red bull bpm dj app but couldn't find it. Is there another cool app like that?
Same what apps can play one track with pitch bend
5:00 best dj transition ever lol
What cable is that plugged to the iphone and where can i get it?
Nice video. I found it very informative and useful. Thank you.
1:56 Sounds like this guy never uses Allen & Heath mixers
So what's the easiest way to add zeros before the mik values in rekordbox for 2000 tracks? Can a batch be done somehow?
What are the tunes used in the Video transitions. I like the donk that's on em!
hi, but how do you switch between 2 dj's who use HID on traktor and CDJ's? The problem is that it takes to much time to get the settings right. I can do that but i always need an extra cd to make it work. Other suggestions?
Very cool. Thanks for posting. Is traktor as friendly with hot swapping USB cables? I noticed you guys are using serato. I have had my PC freeze when the USB has been unplugged.
hey ean, i just recogniced that you used traktor with a pioner djm 850 (or something like this)... i just have a couple of questions: how did you map the effect control? and how can i use the effects of traktor AND the effects on the djm -> is this possible?
I'm not a Traktor user, but I've had other software freeze before when unplugging sound cards. I think the safest bet is to close the software first, or failing that, stop the music first.
Hey there, love your tutorials! can you tell me what kind of usb cabel do you use? is ist a normal one? and what is the special thing about the black thick areas at each end?
Does this transition apply for the Pioneer 900 srt with serato ?
Where can I find tht blue USB cable u have connected from the macbook to the mixer?
Knowledge = Gained!!! Awesome video...
hey could you do a vid on how and where to get the best quality songs to dj with ?
You should make a part 2 for DJ's using the club standards, DJM 800/900 with CDJ 1000's/2000's and/or Serato to Traktor changes and vice versa.
what id like to know is.... when someone else is djing with CDs... and i come along with my traktor... (not using cds, just a X1 using syncing) how on earth can you beatmatch to the cds to switch over? .... is the nuding on the X1 good enough?
Have u actually got an external audio interface, or do u use the build in soundcard of your mixer? (For timecode)
What's the tune at 4:59 ?
Does Serato auto-detect the sound card or something? I'm not a Serato user, and to get music playing that quickly I'd have had to open the software's audio preferences beforehand.
can you create the same echo effect (post) with the DJM-800? I can't seem to be able to it and don't think that there is a setting for it.
But what if, for example, I want to transition from the usual 2cdjs to 2 vinyl turntables/controllers etc? Or from a controller to turntables? Maybe im not looking hard enough, but i cant seem to find a video turtorial on how that is done.
dennisvergel36 Just beatmatching between those two devices? Match up your tempos and swap out the decks one at a time!
Ohhh, wow, never thought it was that simple. Thanks for answering my question! Sorry for my ignorance, I just had started researching about djing literally just last month. This really helped!
+dennisvergel36
the problem in that is that nowadays like 60-70 % of the Laptop DJ's cant even beatmatch because they dont need it in an digital setup.
So my tip for new dj's: learn to beatmatch, it needs like 2-3 months but helps you alot, even in a digital setup because you train your ear.
DJ's who cant beatmatch by ear are like racedrivers who cant drive stick.
@TheDjdimitris first song ist munnibrotherz - moon chon chayoh (zombie disco squad remix)
song id for the track @ 6:02!?! soo awesome!!!
Nice! Thanks for that vid, I've been looking for tips like these for a loooooooong time :))
whats the song at 5:00 ??? soo familiar
got it... J Dilla - sycamore
What is the name of the First Minimal Track?? PLEASE HELP
ean, i have a question. I have the "imachine" app on my iphone and i wanna use it as a live sampler. How can i connect it to Traktor?
Excellent! I wondered if could cover something about transitioning in a club from serato dj to traktor pro 2(not scratch) and vice versa? Perhaps even to mix along side each other too where on dj is serato turntablist the other is ableton and traktor controller dj using apc40/x1
Great suggestions! good job Ean!
some sick transition here
Im just like chilling here and listening the cool songs I hear in the background :D
7:26 - what's the track ? Sounds familiar but no idea at all
what mixer are you guys using?
Great tune there
wich laptopstand did u use?
nice with iphone
can i do that with android to?
Very cool! I wonder if you guys could give some more tips like that when switching between djs using traktor, ordinary mixers (not special ones like Rane) and with lots of controllers and cables ;)
Have you tried calling the cops? A well place raid offers a break between sets and even the lights needed to swap more complex set ups.
Lols? Why not hook up a synthesizer? it's just the white noise wave form?
How about a tutorial about two DJs playing one set?
I'm trying this right now with a friend of mine and we could use some inspiration. Not just ping-pong, where exploring different posibilities... ;-)
If you'll do that I'll promise to post a video answer!
what song is it at 6:09???
i can beatmatch lol, i started using sync with controllers etc. i mean how would you do it when you dont have cdjs!
whats the song at @ 5:00
Can u Plz make a vid talking about the new traktor 2.5 (i.e. ur thoughts, tips tricks, etc.)?
Tnx :)
Wow nice and helpfully video
the scratch solution is the most promising way to fuck up the set. the 8bar roll was quite interesting though.
and it's more common to switch all the equipment. soundcard, controllers and so on. not every dj is running the same stuff.
6:02 what otis remix is that?
wow nice transition between dj s
6:02 Whats this song?
what headphones is he using?
The Original is "The Safety Dance - Men Without Hats" from the eighties.
5:40 song?
FML. I never work with DJs that can transition this fast.
#3 was badass.
song at 5:00?
Track at 4:21?
what the name application???
Excellent!
@4.50 : that guy is ALWAYS there! haha! "what´s happening?"
could you do a video for beginner dj's. something basic but also not to basic?
That dudes mustache is boss.
All I have to say.
Why do you prefer being a contollerist rather than a cdj/vinyl dj?
yes serato starts working as soon as you plug in delay of like 2 secs tho. automatic!
great vid
whats the song called from espinoza?
Jay Z & Kanye West - Otis
1691UK thanks man
I need the tracklist!!!!
anyone kno that glitch hop that mei-lwun dropped at 5min??
Perfect for two DJ's who need to use the same mixer.
Anyone got an ID on the very last tune that gets dropped in?
redo one of these things, its awesome!!!
The safety dance :D
J Espinosa from Wild 94.9!!!!!
I am baffled that putting a CD/USB stick/SD card into a CDJ wasn't mentioned. It's like the second easiest thing to do next to the Rane 62. If you're using turntables, having one CDJ would fit in as a 3rd source...or...if you're using CDJs, you could play a track during the switch. Careful though with using interfaces (like the SL1, 2, 3, 4), if you're not powered, removing the USB will disable the Thru signal.
Nice Jacket
you should lose the Mustache buddy! hahaha sick vid!
most clubs use their own pioneer and rane hardware set up to their pa systems. Dont get all defensive about your portable dj midi thing, because it still is the club standard.
Where are the sound cards? If they're built into the DJ controllers, then of course, you can plug the main outputs of both controllers into different channels on a mixer. Just make sure you go into inputs labelled "Line" and not "Phono." Line is for CD players, laptops and basically anything with a headphone socket, while phono is just for record players.
The reason the DJ's in this video don't do what you suggested is because they're sharing the same sound card (which is built into the mixer).
Has anyone had problems with laptop power cord interfering with sound quality. I had thought it was a problem with my speakers them selves, or cheap cables, but If I unplug the power from my laptop the annoying buzzing stops. Perhaps It's the dell computer, but if I could help it, I'd rather not spend $1,700 on a macbook.