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The Big Story
SoundSwitch finally plugs into rekordbox
SoundSwitch 2.11 now works with rekordbox and compatible AlphaTheta/Pioneer DJ hardware through PRO DJ LINK Bridge. Beat-synced lighting no longer requires abandoning the booth workflow most clubs already use.
via rekordbox
Gear
Hercules puts 10-inch motorized platters on a controller
The DJControl T10 is the first controller with full-sized 10-inch rotating platters. Worth a look for turntablists who want more vinyl-scale muscle memory without moving to separate decks.
via We Are Crossfader · Sep 24
Software
VirtualDJ exports OneLibrary USBs
Playlists, hot cues and beatgrids can now travel from VirtualDJ to supported AlphaTheta hardware through OneLibrary. One less reason to rebuild a crate before walking into a rekordbox-heavy booth.
via Digital DJ Tips · Sep 22
Maschine 3.7 lands as a free update
Native Instruments added new sequencing tools and released three expansion packs for its 30th anniversary. Maschine+ support is coming later, so standalone users still have to wait.
via We Rave You · Sep 25
AutoTune’s Latest Version “AutoTune Advanced” is Here
Antares Audio Technologies has officially launched AutoTune Advanced, introducing a new flagship software for real-time automatic pitch correction. Built on a comprehensive rebuild of the core AutoTune pitch algorithm, the release introduces patent-pending technology designed to preserve natural vocal vibrato during tracking and mixing. At the top of the product lineup, AutoTune Advanced serves as
via EDMTunes · Sep 28
The Feed
Serato crashed mid set 💀
A DJ reports that Serato crashed during both of two weekend gigs, once with CDJs and an A9 and once with a GRV6. The cause is unverified.
via Reddit via Wire · Sep 27
Stevie Wonder Releases Four Vault Tracks From ‘Songs in the Key of Life’ Sessions
On Sept. 28, 1976, a 26-year-old Stevie Wonder released what would become one of the greatest albums of all time: Songs in the Key of Life. Today, on the album’s 50th anniversary, the musical genius celebrates the milestone with a surprise release of four previously unreleased tracks from the album’s sessions: “It’s Easier,” “My Life […] The post Stevie Wonder Releases Four Vault Tracks From ‘Song
via Rated R&B · Sep 28
Shaboozey and Gunna Light Up the 2026 VMAs (Literally) With “High Noon” Performance
Shaboozey also performed "Cowgirl" from 'The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales'
via VIBE · Sep 28
How to Mix/Blend Pop Music With VERY Different BPMs?
A mobile-event DJ asks whether tracks with widely different tempos, such as 140 BPM pop and 90 BPM rock, can be blended musically or sometimes require a drop mix.
via Reddit via Wire · Sep 28