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Hey Jamie, thanks for all the informative videos! I used to DJ years ago, old school turntables and mixer, at the warehouse parties in London. Recently decided to get back into it after a 10 year hiatus and ordered myself a Traktor S2 mk3. While waiting for it to be delivered I’ve been watching your tutorials to get myself back up to date with the modern tech, so cheers!!
I was wondering how to completely isolate EQs, since some DJs I've listened to seem to completely isolate vocals and such sometimes but I could never seem to get that same level of isolation when mixing and using the EQ, now I know why... lol
You know what would be nice? Is if they had a mixer to where you could set the isolation on the individual frequencies so if you wanted to keep your highs and mids on the eq setting but set your low on the isolator mode that would be sick because then you could use and shape the different eq the way you want and you could filter in and out the different frequencies how you want
Thanks Jamie, I have the Prime 4 and noticed that these could be changed in the settings, but has no idea why I would need to change them: it all makes sense now!! :-) cheers
Total kill is the only way to go. Pair that up with a 4 band eq and your set. I never noticed the difference, till I sold my DJM-800 for a XONE 92 a few years back. Now the DJM-V10 has implemented the 4 band eq, and I can't wait to use one.
Thank you for including the Prime 4 and Denon in this video. I was wondering why my sessions were sounding "off" and assumed it was just a kind of learning-curve for different software/hardware than I've grown accustomed to.
i believe there is a little difference in the hertz range pioneer use to each band of high mid and low. i.e the low on the 900nxs may have a band drop down to 200mhz and the nxs2 has a band down to 250mhz. similarly to the other frequencies in the upper spectrum of mids and highs but in khz. its only subtle to the ear mind but they changed it in their harware so they now give you and option to choose.
Stu Atkinson is right. But the difference is Isolator EQ full kills the EQ band you adjust. EQ is generally -26. Same thing as the thing crossfader is talking about
I'm starting to realize that Serato is such a solid program but when it lacks features it LACKS features. I think I'm going to compile a lot feedback/features eventually and make an attempt to email them, hoping they take it into consideration.
Did you ever do it? We could get a Reddit group or something to send it in bulk, maybe they'd listen. I'm watching this video after trying other brands and realizing I like their EQ better. Also very disappointed.
good luck - they're happy to lose loyal customers by not chasing firmware to keep the much-loved sl3 and sl4 active. Do it that way and you can access the mixers with full kill built-in
Thxs Jamie..as I listened to ther DJs playing EDM I was wondering how the deep bass sounds disappeared while mixing into intro with vocals...Thanks..your tips always help..
I like playing around with both settings depending on what I'm spinning as a general rule of them the more organic a song sounds the more likely I'll use EQ but i usually spin house and therefore usually use ISO could you guys do a video like this but for channel fader curve?
I've been using isolator eq since I started DJing electro house, well I started using it after that when I found the ability in a controller to do it, but it gave me the ability to kill the bass. With Tec House I use it and with other genres I also use it but be careful sometimes not to totally kill the bass. rarely use EQ setting anymore.
Thank you for that info, I just switched in Rekordbox to Isolator. Theres also a new Option to switch EQ Type from 900NXS to 900NXS-2 . Does it matter which of those I chose?
I believe nxs2 have different frequency range on eq, some people were complaining that in older pioneer mixers taking off lows was causing taking some mids as well. Overall I would say it depends from personal preference what is best for you. Just check all settings and find what is best sounding for you (my preference is usually eq)
@crossfader As always excellent videos with good content... I will like to see a video going deeper into the EQ theory. For example, I mix electronic music and my low knob can go from the -0 to approximately 4+ frequency, in my Denon X1800 which the low frequency max can reach 6+. The same thing with my mid and high frequency. Then I control the PK, lowering the gain of the channels... But i see a lot of dj's playing with the knobs just to the center. Sometimes I ask to myself what should be the best practice... I have been doing something wrong for the last 25 years... LOL!
Hello and thanks for sharing this knowledge.i have a question.I'm using cross dj pro on mobile and i have only 3 eq setting one is force one is classic and one is DJM eq.which of these 3 will make total kill?
question:I use numark ns6 mk2 on serato when I down all eq volume totally down, even on 6db or 12 db eq gain so that means this is "isolate" by system default?
Hi CrossFader, could you tell us how to mix Hard Techno? I know It's Long mixing, but how to mix that? I haven't mix hard Techno before ㅠㅠ,, Thank You, I'm waiting :)
I have 900 nxs2 ill use isolator switch for techno I also have xzone 92 and that's a different ball game completely if you can mix on the 92 u can mix on anything
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Plzz check out the video for music
Hey Jamie, thanks for all the informative videos! I used to DJ years ago, old school turntables and mixer, at the warehouse parties in London. Recently decided to get back into it after a 10 year hiatus and ordered myself a Traktor S2 mk3. While waiting for it to be delivered I’ve been watching your tutorials to get myself back up to date with the modern tech, so cheers!!
Bro you are literally my teacher in these early steps I take in dj world, keep it up and thank you for all the videos ,you are awesome
I was trying to do this one week ago and i could not find where to do it. This video helped
Same, but I use Serato so I guess I'm screwed haha
@@MichaelDennis1234 I ise rekordbox ;)
I have been looking for that function for so long ! Thank you so much, my tech house sets will sound even better
I was wondering how to completely isolate EQs, since some DJs I've listened to seem to completely isolate vocals and such sometimes but I could never seem to get that same level of isolation when mixing and using the EQ, now I know why... lol
Wow. I didn't know this existed. Thanks for bringing this to my attention.
You know what would be nice? Is if they had a mixer to where you could set the isolation on the individual frequencies so if you wanted to keep your highs and mids on the eq setting but set your low on the isolator mode that would be sick because then you could use and shape the different eq the way you want and you could filter in and out the different frequencies how you want
good idea
That moment when you get crossfader advertising on a crossfader video 😂👌
That ad is 🔥
Same 😂
I was about to record a dj set for my instagram, feel so glad you guys posted this video
Thanks Jamie, I have the Prime 4 and noticed that these could be changed in the settings, but has no idea why I would need to change them: it all makes sense now!! :-) cheers
Very interesting, I’m quite new to modern DJing and I never thought about that before
Total kill is the only way to go. Pair that up with a 4 band eq and your set. I never noticed the difference, till I sold my DJM-800 for a XONE 92 a few years back. Now the DJM-V10 has implemented the 4 band eq, and I can't wait to use one.
Thank you for including the Prime 4 and Denon in this video. I was wondering why my sessions were sounding "off" and assumed it was just a kind of learning-curve for different software/hardware than I've grown accustomed to.
Thank you Jamie for always providing great info and easy to understand lessons!
Amazing tutorials these past couple weeks! Really answering all the questions I’ve been having. Thank you!
Tis a banging vid mate, I’m a DnB head at heart so this makes it nice and definitive what to go with :)
Thanks for sharing. Im a bedroom Dj and have been playing with my eq on normal. But the sound and blend when mixing, sound much better on isolate 👊
I also saw that setting underneath called eq type. It had the option for 900nxs or 900nxs2. What's the difference?
I am also interested
i believe there is a little difference in the hertz range pioneer use to each band of high mid and low.
i.e the low on the 900nxs may have a band drop down to 200mhz and the nxs2 has a band down to 250mhz. similarly to the other frequencies in the upper spectrum of mids and highs but in khz.
its only subtle to the ear mind but they changed it in their harware so they now give you and option to choose.
Stu Atkinson is right. But the difference is Isolator EQ full kills the EQ band you adjust. EQ is generally -26. Same thing as the thing crossfader is talking about
I think the eq settings comes down to personal preference..not the type of music we play.
Cool video, I have the Pioneer SZ and the EQ is full cut. So ISOLATOR setting.
Thank you for your help with this, I really enjoy your thorough videos especially those with the DDJ 1000 😊
Cheers mate - good advice here. I checked out my DJ808 and, while Serato does not have the setting, I am glad to report that the unit is 100% kill.
OMG! This has been missing from my mixing!! Thank you!!
Thank you so much! I own a DDj-1000 and this vid changed everything! -isolator- Now I know forever!
Always helping with unique videos🙌
thank you so much. I’ve been struggling w this!! And this helped a lot
I'm starting to realize that Serato is such a solid program but when it lacks features it LACKS features. I think I'm going to compile a lot feedback/features eventually and make an attempt to email them, hoping they take it into consideration.
Based on my experience and Windows and Mac computerS it uses more cpu than Traktor, VirtualDj and Rekordbox.
Did you ever do it? We could get a Reddit group or something to send it in bulk, maybe they'd listen. I'm watching this video after trying other brands and realizing I like their EQ better. Also very disappointed.
good luck - they're happy to lose loyal customers by not chasing firmware to keep the much-loved sl3 and sl4 active. Do it that way and you can access the mixers with full kill built-in
Great tutorial. Thanks from Poland ;)
You're welcome!
This is lit! Thank you so much. Believe this is going to improve my mixes sooo much just by removing that residual sound!
Thxs Jamie..as I listened to ther DJs playing EDM I was wondering how the deep bass sounds disappeared while mixing into intro with vocals...Thanks..your tips always help..
Great tips. So underrated here!
Can't we put it on isolator and turn the bass eq knob partially down? That way we have access to both.
To clarify, I'm not saying there's no reason to pick the EQ option. I'm saying this seems like a nice middle way in case you need access to both.
That was my thought as well
Its more sensitive that way
If the crowd is in a club with the music blasting they will be able to tell the difference
Great piece of insight here! Thanks!
I like playing around with both settings depending on what I'm spinning as a general rule of them the more organic a song sounds the more likely I'll use EQ but i usually spin house and therefore usually use ISO could you guys do a video like this but for channel fader curve?
Very informative. Thank you so much for your effort.
i always hated pioneer mixers for there eq´s, didn´t know that isolator switch. very helpful thx
Thank you so so very much. Really helpful tip 👏
I've been using isolator eq since I started DJing electro house, well I started using it after that when I found the ability in a controller to do it, but it gave me the ability to kill the bass. With Tec House I use it and with other genres I also use it but be careful sometimes not to totally kill the bass. rarely use EQ setting anymore.
Just got my DDJ1000 and wanted total kill. Thanks for that 👍
Good video and great tip! Serato are you listening?
AMAZING KEEP UP THE GOOD WORKS
Since I'm a mobile Open-Format DJ, normal EQ settings sound the best.
Really good tip thanks 🤩
great video, thanks!
So helpful, thank you!
Thanks this was helpful.
Thank you for that info, I just switched in Rekordbox to Isolator. Theres also a new Option to switch EQ Type from 900NXS to 900NXS-2 . Does it matter which of those I chose?
I believe nxs2 have different frequency range on eq, some people were complaining that in older pioneer mixers taking off lows was causing taking some mids as well. Overall I would say it depends from personal preference what is best for you. Just check all settings and find what is best sounding for you (my preference is usually eq)
Really helped me out !
Very useful thank you !!
@crossfader As always excellent videos with good content... I will like to see a video going deeper into the EQ theory. For example, I mix electronic music and my low knob can go from the -0 to approximately 4+ frequency, in my Denon X1800 which the low frequency max can reach 6+. The same thing with my mid and high frequency. Then I control the PK, lowering the gain of the channels... But i see a lot of dj's playing with the knobs just to the center. Sometimes I ask to myself what should be the best practice... I have been doing something wrong for the last 25 years... LOL!
We are crossfader!! --||------
If we use isolator but we don't turn down completely the knob, is it like the eq mode ?
Thank you so much!
Thanks, that's very helpful :)
Can you do a tutorial sometime specifically geared towards happy/UK Hardcore?
Thanks for this..
Question, what about having the EQ normally set to ISOLATOR and not turning completely the knob if I want to use it as a normal EQ?
Isolators best for me. I think there should be a -26db cut with optional isolator settings. Pioneer have it right
Is this possible on djay pro 2 for mac? if not i'm switching to rekordbox!
You're great Baba...
Love how you say "chu-torial" haha!
Can i use that on djay pro for ios? I cant find any Option :c
Great vid!!! Do you know if there is a way on mapping that option inside the controller so you dont need to go to the pc?
Thank you bro 🖤
Cheers for the tip make my music more dramatic having it change to total kill on DDJ1000 cheers Jamie
Thank you, idol!🥂
¿EQ or Isolation for mixing dubstep/riddim?
Thanks I will give a try I used always kill eq, like it's called in vdj. But know I want to ear how it sound without kill
Bro You r a Good. Thanks!!!
Very useful !!!
I need that optic cable you have there, AMAZING. What is it called and where can I can get plz
great tipp!
Hello and thanks for sharing this knowledge.i have a question.I'm using cross dj pro on mobile and i have only 3 eq setting one is force one is classic and one is DJM eq.which of these 3 will make total kill?
Step one: get a good analogue rotary mixer
step two: enjoy
such a shame DJ pro 2 doesn't have this isolate EQ feature.... great video again tho guys!!
it does now
Wow I never knew this, game changer!! thank you for the thorough explanation
Virtual DJ 2021? Individual stems...unbeatable
Great sir
question:I use numark ns6 mk2 on serato when I down all eq volume totally down, even on 6db or 12 db eq gain so that means this is "isolate" by system default?
Awesone 👍🏻👍🏻
Tyvm!
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We are Crossfader👌👌
0:20 did you notice the glitch in the Matrix??? 😱
Kinda funny that it aligned with the phrase "bedroom DJs." Guess it's a subtle comment on our likelihood to have technical difficulties xDD
Mockingbird The software was starting to be self aware lol
can you turn on the isolator setting on traktor, really want full kill eqs with my xone96...
is it possible to use serato, ddj sb2, rmx 1000 and an audio card?
Anyone know the name of the tune at 4:15 ?
Ward
Was thinking the exact same thing
I think your sunglasses are too tight haha but this helped me a lot!!
Hi CrossFader, could you tell us how to mix Hard Techno? I know It's Long mixing, but how to mix that? I haven't mix hard Techno before ㅠㅠ,, Thank You, I'm waiting :)
Can I also kill the filter nob? Please say yes 🥺
Hello,where can get my isolation in pioneer djm S9 mixer
I am afraid it does not have it
I have 900 nxs2 ill use isolator switch for techno I also have xzone 92 and that's a different ball game completely if you can mix on the 92 u can mix on anything
Does anyone know if this is possible in virtual DJ?
what brand is usb cable?
Hope Serato fixes that.
Kool!
what are the tracks, in the video!
get some 1210s and an analogue mixer
Raj Choudhury why?
nicevideo
what song? 4:13
How to use the isolated on serato dj?