The evolution of LED uplighting as a design add-on—or upsell for DJs and event producers has come a long way since I first mounted a set of PAR 38s to a black-painted 2×6. Back then, setting DMX channels with DIP switches and running hundreds of feet of cable could easily Read more…
If you’ve been producing beats in Serato Studio—or have been looking for a hardware-first way to get started—there’s a new device you’ll want to plug in ASAP. Meet SLAB: the first dedicated MIDI controller built specifically for Serato Studio, co-developed by AlphaTheta and Serato. AlphaTheta SLAB lets you unlock Serato Read more…
BASSBOSS has officially entered the column system game — and not with a whisper. The new Sublim8 isn’t just another pretty column; it’s a full-range, 3-way active system that packs thunderous low-end, pristine highs, and enough output to hold down serious gigs, all in a sleek, stealthy form factor. Whether Read more…
Back at NAMM in January, we got an early look at what would become the RANE ONE MKII—check out our first hands-on video here. Since then, anticipation has been building across the DJ community. Leaked images and whispers of Stems controls had RANE fans buzzing, and now that it’s finally Read more…
Before diving into what makes the Reloop RP-7 a groundbreaking release, it’s worth noting that 7-inch direct-drive DJ turntables have long been a unicorn in the vinyl world. The most notable example? A rare custom set known as the Technics SL-700, made exclusively for the late, great Biz Markie. First Read more…
In the Spring of 2010 while working to set up sound for a ballroom for a big wedding DJ Rick (now retired we’ll just call him Rick) and DJ Ty.. yep that DJ Ty from all those videos on YouTube came up with a solution. A repurposing if you will Read more…
If you’re a DJ juggling prep sessions and gigs across different setups, Virtual DJ’s CloudDrive feature might be exactly what you’ve been waiting for. Introduced a little over a year ago, CloudDrive is gaining new attention as more DJs discover how easy it is to sync playlists, stream music libraries Read more…
A DJ’s Guide to Recording, Streaming, and Maximizing Your Insta360 Setup Thinking about bringing a 360 camera into your DJ setup? Whether you’re livestreaming, capturing a packed dance floor, or creating high-quality promo content, adding an Insta360 camera like the X3 or X4 can seriously level up your game. But Read more…
The djay Pro 5.3 update is out now, and it’s packed with five standout creative features that push the boundaries of modern DJ performance – including Neural Mix crossfaders, DVS Thru mode, and full native support for the AlphaTheta DDJ-GRV6. Whether you’re spinning on mobile, desktop, or integrating vinyl into Read more…
Apple Music has officially landed in the DJ booth—and it’s not just one app. As of 2025, Apple Music is now streaming directly inside Serato DJ Pro, Algoriddim djay Pro AI, rekordbox 7, and Engine DJ 4.3+ giving DJs access to over 100 million tracks and thousands of curated playlists Read more…