Monday 23 November 2015
Serato has announced that their software is now supported by Apple's latest OS, El Capitan (version 10.11.1). You can download the latest version of Serato DJ here. There are still a few bugs, but Serato has indicated that they aim to fix those as soon as possible. Here you can read about the issues that still affect Pioneer, Rane, Numark, Novation and Reloop hardware. As mentioned above, Serato is working hard to fix any and all problems.
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Thursday 24 March 2016 By Lizanne
Together with their latest 1.9 software update, Serato DJ introduces Pulselocker, a music streaming service much like Spotify, Tidal and Apple Music, but with the added possibility to download a track and use use it offline. That means you'll have access to over 44 million songs from almost 500 different labels of all sizes! Pulselocker allows you to download any of these songs for use in your sets.
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Wednesday 3 August 2016
The three main DJ software programs have all decided to launch their new software updates in august. With the update, Pioneer's Rekordbox allows you to rip and import your CDs, records, and cassette tapes directly. Native Instruments are moving away from their Service Center towards the more streamlined Acces. And Serato offers the new option to subscribe to one of their new expansion packs. Furthermore, Serato has teamed up with SoundSwitch to create new lighting automation software forDJs who also want to put on an amazing light show.
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Thursday 13 October 2016 By Lizanne
Pioneer had already set the club standard with the CDJ-2000NXS2 and the DJM-900NXS2. There was just one little thing: you could only use Pioneer's own Rekordbox with it. But now, that's all changed. The mixer is now fully compatible with Native Instrument's Traktor Scratch Pro 2, enabling seamless integration with your DVS. What's more, you can operate your tabletops via the USB-HID with Traktor Pro 2, including loops, waveforms and track info.
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Monday 17 October 2016 By Lizanne
It was great news to find out that Pioneer now supports Traktor Pro 2. But with their 2.11 update, Native Instruments offers even more options for avid Traktor users, and gives Ableton and the step sequencer a more prominent role. Read all about it here!
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Wednesday 19 October 2016 By Lizanne
We're happy to announce yet another benefit of the recent collaborations between Pioneer and Native Instruments for producing artists in particular. The registration software of both brands - KUVO and RADR - now works together seamlessly so tracks can be registered and sent directly through to artist rights organisations so the artist will receive the royalties they deserve!
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Wednesday 26 October 2016 By Lizanne
Attention all current and future owners of the Pioneer XDJ-RX: as of November 1st, 2016, this all-in-one DJ system will come complete with Rekordbox DJ! That's right, from now on, this popular DJ software will now be included free of charge with Pioneer's most comprehensive DJ systems. This news will surely convince you to invest in an XDJ-RX if you haven't already, and for those who already own one, you're entitled to a free version of Rekordbox DJ! How? Read more to find out.
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Thursday 24 November 2016 By Lizanne
There was a rumour going around, but today, it was confirmed. The WeDJ app by Pioneer is now also available for the iPhone! With the introduction of the DDJ-WeGO4, the app was available for the iPad, but now you can use it with your iPhone and enjoy ultimate mobility. Better yet, it's available as a free download until 9AM on November 29th!
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Tuesday 13 December 2016 By Lizanne
Exactly two months ago, Native Instruments announced that their Traktor Pro was finally compatible with the NXS2 series by Pioneer. Now, Serato DJ is following suit. That means the club standard, the DJM-900NXS2 DJ mixer with two CDJ-2000NXS2 tabletops, is compatible with the software by the three biggest DJ brands. Consider this an early Christmas present!
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Saturday 21 January 2017 By Lizanne
At the NAMM 2017 show last week, Hercules announced their brand-new DJUCED 40° 3.5 DJ software. They've incorporated valuable feedback from their loyal users (a community of about 500,000 people!) for impressive results!
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