Become a virtual-dj using DJ Software

There is so much DJ Software available on the market related to DJing and Music. The main aim of this page is to focus on software that allows you to DJ on your computer, as well as recommend some of the more popular music related software available today.

Although it won’t give you the feel of using actual DJ Equipment, you will be able to learn how to mix two tunes together. Once that happens it will most probably motivate you to go for the real DJ Equipment. However, it has now turned into an art in itself. Many professional DJs have added a new string to their bow and gone completely virtual using only DJ Software.

Native Instruments Traktor DJ Studio 3

A very popular DJ Software package, and arguably one of the best is Native Instruments Traktor DJ Studio 3 . This version hosts many features including use of 4 virtual turntables, an emulation of the popular Allen and Heath Xone:92 4-channel mixer, a track browser and even tempo-synched effects. It also allows you to connect external DJ Equipment to your set up, giving you endless possibilities of creativity. Native Instruments Traktor DJ Studio 3 is also fully compatible with the Stanton FinalScratch V2.0 system, fusing the intimacy of vinyl control with the advantages of digital audio.

PCDJ is another range of popular DJ Software for beginner to advanced levels. Some features include the ability to beatmatch, cue points, EQ, CD Ripping, Looping, and Tempo controls. Hardware add-ons are also available to enhance your virtual DJ experience. This software can also be used in a professional set-up and has been designed to replace the typical hardware associated with DJing. Because PCDJ is software that plays music directly from a computer's hard-drive, it saves record boxes, CD’s and other heavy DJ equipment being hauled around

The PCDJ Software lets you do just about anything that a vinyl or CD turntable can do. However, the only limitation is that it does not allow you to scratch.

There are two versions of the PCDJ Software; Blue and Red. The PCDJ Blue DJ Software is best for beginners looking for an inexpensive opportunity to practice beat-mixing.	PCDJ Blue DJ Software
The PCDJ Red DJ Software is highly recommended for mobile DJ’s and other professional DJ’s. With the software-only version, you obviously need a PC, plus a Direct-X (Direct Sound) supported sound card, and you're ready to begin mixing.	PCDJ Red DJ Software

VirtualDJ is another DJ Software that targets every DJ from bedroom DJs to professional superstars. It features a breakthrough technology that will automatically keep your music in tune and let you work your mixes incredibly faster than any other DJ. It even lets your computer mix a whole playlist without any human intervention.

The algorithm knows how to figure out what genre of music is playing and mix accordingly (beatmixing for dance music, cutting for hip-hop, fading for rock etc). This technology is also now used to equip leisure venues, shopping malls, bars, restaurants etc. My personal opinion regarding this automated feature is that if you are an accomplished DJ this software will be of benefit for you. However, if you are a beginner, the automated features will take the fun away from learning to DJ!

VirtualDJ is also compatible with timecoded vinyl. This allows you to scratch MP3s directly on a real turntable, as well as allowing more external DJ equipment to be connected. The latest version 3.4 brings many new options regarding timecoded vinyl and timecoded CD support, and has a much better sound quality while scratching on timecoded vinyls.

There are so many other DJ Software programs and technologies available on the market. Over the coming months we will bring you more information, guides, and recommendations.

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