DJing is an epic art form that requires skill, knowledge, and a good ear for music. One of the most crucial parts of DJing is mixing in key or harmonic DJ mixing, which can take your performance to the next level. In this article, we’ll explore the techniques, keys, and mixed in key wheel (or …
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When programming Ableton DJ mixes, it’s important to be familiar with a number of mix transition techniques. For this tutorial, we will be using Ableton Live in conjunction with Key detection software. We’re using Mixed In Key but you can use any software which analyses your digital music files and tags them with a key. …
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Harmonic mixing is the process of mixing 2 or more tracks together to create a transition whereby the notes in both tracks fit together harmonically. Lets work on the basis that most music is recorded in 1 particular key and therefore that song will contain some or all of the notes within that key. The …
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The IZotope RX8 Music Rebalance software is IZotope’s latest offering. They have been the world leaders in audio treatment software for a number of years and make products which are used by production houses, music, T.V and film producers. Tools for removing background hiss, mastering and retuning are all in their repertoire of packages which …
Whether you choose to make a mix with Ableton or record it live from your DJ set-up, devoting some time to listening back with critical ears should be part of your working process. We hope this gives you some decent tips on how to make a pro DJ mix. Try not to jump the gun …
We’ve highlighted 5 key techniques for mastering a DJ mix In Ableton. If you master a DJ mix in Ableton correctly will make it sound loud and polished so that it stands up to the many DJ mixes available online. However, it’s important that you follow some fundamental steps so that you don’t ruin your …
How to mix in key is a very common question asked to us by beginner DJs. Before the influx of key detection software, most DJ’s who dabbled in harmonic mixing would need a keyboard and a fairly in-tune ear to work out the key of a particular track. This practice could be hit n miss, …
How to warp a track in preparation for a dj set in Ableton Live. Here I show how prepare a track to program in a DJ mix in Ableton by teaching a technique called warping.
Mixtapes have been a significant part of musical culture for decades, encompassing various genres and serving different purposes. From courtship tapes to break-up compilations, mixtapes have evolved over time to include a wide range of themes. Tim Walker from The Independent once highlighted their diversity, even mentioning the “tape you thought was a courtship tape …
