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Algoriddim’s djay Pro 5.0 is here: hyper-fast stem separation, flexible beat grids

DJ TechTools Dec 6, 2023 | 14:59 pm

Algoriddim is releasing djay Pro 5.0. Here's what DJs should know about this major Neural Mix stem separation update The post Algoriddim’s djay Pro 5.0 is here: hyper-fast stem separation, flexible beat grids appeared first on DJ TechTools.

Serato DJ 3.1 adds integrated accessory control of Serato Stems

DJ TechTools Dec 6, 2023 | 01:52 am

This new update to Serato DJ has been in the mix for a bit, but this week Serato fully released Serato DJ 3.1. This new update means that owners of Official Serato Accessories (list below) can quickly and easily control Serato Stems as a pad mode, no need for a custom MIDI mapping. The post Serato DJ 3.1 adds integrated accessory control of Serato Stems appeared first on DJ TechTools.

ROLI’s Seaboard RISE 2: seamless integration into the expressive world of MPE [REVIEW]

DJ TechTools Nov 27, 2023 | 08:01 am

ROLI – the company behind the original Seaboard, which came out over 14 years ago and then the Seaboard RISE more than 8 years ago – has returned with the Seaboard RISE 2. Today, we’re diving into our experience testing it out, and how it stands out in the space of MPE controllers. What is the […] The post ROLI’s Seaboard RISE 2: seamless integration into the expressive world of MPE [REVIEW] appeared first on DJ TechTools.

Move over Ableton – you might write your next song in… Google Lyria?

DJ TechTools Nov 20, 2023 | 19:00 pm

I’ve been telling you this for months – AI-generated music is going to come very fast and be really good. We have just seen a giant leap forward that brings us much closer to completely changing the way the music world works. Google has teased a new generation of AI music generation tools that appear […] The post Move over Ableton – you might write your next song in… Google Lyria? appeared first on DJ TechTools.

Ableton announces Live 12 release for early 2024

DJ TechTools Nov 18, 2023 | 20:30 pm

Ableton’s Live 12 software is coming sometime early next year, according to a company announcement this past week, with a public beta expected to be available for users soon. The latest version of the software focuses heavily on MIDI tools and abilities, as well as an updated and more intuitive program layout. Key features The […] The post Ableton announces Live 12 release for early 2024 appeared first on DJ TechTools.

ROLI is back with the Seaboard BLOCK M, a $350 compact MPE keyboard

DJ TechTools Nov 3, 2023 | 06:59 am

ROLI, the 2009-founded company known for its pioneering role in MPE (MIDI Polyphonic Expression), has returned with the launch of the Seaboard BLOCK M. It’s a refined and redesigned take on its flagship Seaboard RISE gear line, in a more portable – and notably more affordable, priced at just below $350 – form. ROLI’s reappearance may […] The post ROLI is back with the Seaboard BLOCK M, a $350 compact MPE keyboard appeared first on DJ TechTools.

How I Play: Johannes Brecht

DJ TechTools Oct 26, 2023 | 18:06 pm

We’re back with our latest How I Play guest: German artist and producer Johannes Brecht. (We’d refer to him solely as an electronic music producer, but fun fact: did you know he’s also a composer and musician with projects in jazz and contemporary classical music as well?) He recently launched his new label, 0b16a9, earlier […] The post How I Play: Johannes Brecht appeared first on DJ TechTools.

djay Pro for Windows launches with Neural Mix tech, where DJs can isolate track elements

DJ TechTools Oct 17, 2023 | 06:59 am

Algoriddim has released the Windows edition of its flagship djay Pro software, opening the door for expansion to PC users. Originally exclusive to Mac, djay Pro’s Windows edition claims to be completely re-engineered from the getgo, with the full swath of the original program’s features – including Algoriddim’s Neural Mix technology, track playback from your […] The post djay Pro for Windows launches with Neural Mix tech, where DJs can isolate track elements appeared first on DJ TechTools.