Axart Software released AutoBeat, a free drum sequencer plugin for Windows and macOS (paid version also available). AI seems to be all the rage these days. We already covered free AI music generators, but the technology is now also being used to generate MIDI, edit audio, and much more. Now, I’m familiar with the good…
At XP Music Futures 2023, we spoke to Yasmine Rasool, Head of Programming, about the job, the region and more. XP Music Futures is a three-day music conference organised by MDL BEAST. The event offers a dynamic program with over 250 speakers drawn from all corners of the globe. It’s also a regional first and…
Fiedler Audio has made the Dolby Atmos Composer Essential plugin available for free download. The Windows and Mac releases are available in VST3, AU, and AAX formats. Dolby Atmos Composer and Dolby Atmos Composer Essential were initially released in May 2023 at a launch price of $249 and $149, respectively. Composer is listed at the…
Real-time stems control – the ability to separate vocals from instrumentals instantly when DJing – is currently the cutting-edge battleground for DJ software manufacturers. It’s a fast-moving area, and many software makers are already onto their second or third iteration of stems in their software. So just like last year, we have conducted a thorough…
In this replay of our live Q&A lesson, we discussed the sound quality of stems, whether DJs should pre-plan their sets or mix on the fly, how to easily make mashups, and more! Here’s what’s covered… 0:00 Intro 4:13 What do you think of DJs without headphones? 6:38 Do you lose the audio quality if…
OSC Audio released the Kalimba Keys virtual instrument, and it’s available for free download for a limited time. Kalimba Keys is available for Windows, MacOS, and iOS in VST3, AU, AUv3, and standalone formats. OSC Audio has made Kalimba Keys available in a ‘name a price’ format. If you enter the coupon “kalimbakeysfree” at checkout,…
To celebrate 20 years in dance music, Beatport announces BPXX, including a new web experience and an initial program of events. BPXX is a year-long celebration commemorating the company’s 20th anniversary. It features a slate of special programming and events, as well as retrospectives from the last 20 years of dance music, all centered around…
You don’t always have to buy new! The cost of new equipment can be a big barrier for aspiring DJs, and supply issues nowadays can often mean you can’t find the gear you really want anyway. And in truth, the speed of development in DJ gear has slowed a lot in recent years, so the…