This guide aims to give you a better understanding of transients and explains how to use transient shapers to enhance your mixes.
A transient is a short-duration of non-tonal material that occurs during the attack phase at the onset of a sound. An onset refers to the beginning of a sound which has an increase of spectral energy. Essentially, transients are a short burst of sound that contains higher frequencies than the harmonic content of that sound. For example, the initial attack sound of a snare drum.
A transient shaper is an essential mixing tool that excels at controlling the transient response and the envelope curve of any audio signal without affecting the overall level. Transient shaping is a “secret weapon” mixing approach used by some of the world’s finest engineers and producers. It is a must-have dynamics effect processor to enhance attack, control mix presence, and fix recording problems.
Today’s software transient shapers are inspired by the revolutionary SPL Transient Designer hardware processor designed by Ruben Tilgner in the late 90′s. The original analog processor released by Sound Performance Labs featured ‘Differential Envelope’ technology to produce level-independent dynamics processing using a combination of VCAs (voltage controlled amplifiers) and envelope followers to target the attack portion of a sound source.
Unlike compressors, transient shapers can transparently shape the attack and sustain characteristics of sounds. They are capable of drastically amplifying or attenuating the onset of a sound with pinpoint accuracy. Typical transient shapers feature two simplistic controls to process dynamics – attack and sustain. Many modern emulations of the hardware also feature these two controls in addition to more advanced parameters that expand their uses exponentially such as gain control, soft-clip limiting, sidechain options, and a mix knob for example.
Transient shapers are incredibly useful for a variety of sound treatments. With little effort, you can shorten or lengthen the attack and sustain portions of any sound. Transient shapers are also used to solve a multitude of audio problems as well. Below are a few examples of how you can use transient shaping in your projects to either enhance or tame sounds.
Transform rough ideas and basic compositions into dance floor bangers and sonically pleasing commercial quality masters. Learn the well-kept industry secrets of EQ, compression, panning, level balancing, reverb and special effects.
About This ProgramThis program gives you everything you need to refine tracks into a clear commercial quality release, including special mixing and mastering techniques for dubstep, techno, house, trance, downtempo, hip-hop, and the gamut of electronically-produced music. You will learn to mix and master your tracks using the same plugins that top industry engineers use every day, including plugins by Izotope, Soundtoys, Sonnox, Altiverb, and more.
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Propel your next project with uBEAT, a dynamic new drum loop library for Native Instruments’ Kontakt developed by Umlaut Audio designed to let you jam out with ease.
uBEAT is a new drum loop library for Native Instruments’ Kontakt sampler developed by Umlaut Audio, an award-winning virtual instrument company based in Los Angeles, CA. This dynamic beat-creation tool combines a traditional MIDI file library with an eight-pad drum machine-style instrument that offers an intuitive workflow and three distinctive styles to choose from – modern hip-hop, pulsating electro, and a genre-bending hybrid.
“We’re really excited about uBEAT because of its versatility. For example, a composer can use it to create high-quality beats in a time crunch, or a producer can really dig into playing with all its settings to make something completely original.” – Anne Juenger, co-founder and COO of Umlaut Audio
Get your creativity flowing, and instantly layout beats with ease. uBEAT is ideal for quickly adding beats to any production with its user-friendly interface and expressive controls that let you easily load and manipulate a variety of drum kits. Keep the beat going by creating endless variations of new loops that can be constructed by swapping out kits and their individual sounds. uBEAT also excels at providing source material to inspire new beat patterns that can be used with your own samples. To make beats all your own, simply drag and drop any of the MIDI files included in each kit into your DAW to spark new drum sequence ideas that can be extensively modified.
uBEAT is a sonically appealing instrument that features color-coded drum pads for easy visual grouping of sounds and a host of controls to shape your sounds. Get inspired by selecting from a variety of production-ready factory presets that can be further sculpted with a unique FX Chain setup that provides eight separate FX Chains, Global FX, and Send FX. uBEAT also has a built-in “Help View” for quick reference without deviating from your work. In addition, the software is NKS-ready and seamlessly integrates with your DAW through Native Instruments’ Kontakt or free Kontakt Player.
“uBEAT covers a wide range of sounds and gives you a powerful user interface. The kits are ready to go into your productions immediately, plus you have full control over each kit with dedicated effects chains that let you dial in your desired sound. You also get plenty of beats to spark ideas with the ability to drag them into your DAW for further customization and tweaking.” – JK Swopes aka SaintJoe of SoundsAndGear.com
uBEAT Hip-Hop, uBEAT Hybrid, and uBEAT Elektro are sold separately for $99 each, or together as the uBEAT Bundle for $199, at shop.umlautaudio.com.
Umlaut Audio creates innovative music software for composers, producers, DJs and sound designers. The company’s mission is to provide high-quality sounds in intuitive, highly polished virtual instruments that inspire artists, ease workflow and enhance musical creativity.
Their products are inspired by years of experience developing custom virtual instrument solutions and samples for many of the world’s most famous composers, such as Harry Gregson-Williams, Danny Elfman, and John Debney.
Finding the right sound can be like looking for a needle in a haystack. Learn the fundamentals of synthesis and sampling and gain the depth of knowledge to shape sounds the way you want them or make your own sounds from scratch.
Become fluent in the language of sound design and synthesis with this comprehensive program. This six-level Sound Design program uses Native Instruments’ Komplete as a platform for learning synthesis and sampling techniques. Starting with an introduction to the properties of sound, this comprehensive series of courses covers the major techniques used for contemporary sound design.
You will learn to create your own sounds with a variety of techniques and add a personal sonic signature to your tracks. We introduce you to the latest synthesis and sampling technologies and show you how to use the world’s largest and most diverse sound library. In the advanced levels, you will acquire total control over all aspects of the Komplete instruments while practicing genre-based sound design.
Visit the Music Foundations course page for detailed information on this program here.
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Nigerian globetrotter DJ OBI visits Dubspot NYC to take us on a soulful journey around the world through a classic house mix followed by an exclusive interview.
This episode of Dubspot Radio welcomes Nigeria’s DJ OBI who holds the world record for the longest DJ set lasting 240 hours. During his visit to Dubspot New York, DJ OBI fired up the decks to record a classic house mix followed by an exclusive interview where he discusses his musical background, his path to becoming a DJ and breaking into the New York music scene, and how the Nigeria scene is quickly changing. He wraps up the interview with some sound advice for young DJs looking to move ahead in the music industry, delving into the promoter/DJ relationship, and how it’s important to get to know people in the party atmosphere before jumping into business right away.
DJ OBI has a very diverse style of music – there are Disc Jockeys, and then there’s DJ OBI who has been in the business of making people dance to great tunes for over eight years. His media and educational background allow him to be unique among his peers and within his musical environment. His passion, dedication, and love for music led him to win the Nigerian Entertainment Award (NEA) for “World Best DJ 2011.”
DJ OBI has had the opportunity of working with artists on stages such as Lupe Fiasco, 2face, Banky W, M.I, Naeto C, Lynxxx, and a host of others. As a young business entrepreneur, he thrives for perfection and success. A notable highlight of his career was having the great opportunity to meet his idol Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs a couple of times. Some of his past clienteles include numerous college organizations, clubs, various club promoters worldwide, and much more. DJ OBI is also a member of the famous Coalition of Nigerian DJs.
“I am a very versatile DJ and my music library is very diverse. I feel like when I am playing, people should pull out their passports, cause I’m gonna take them on a musical journey around the world, and that is what anyone that experiences DJ Obi at any event should expect.”
Immerse yourself in the complete art of DJing: from the fundamentals of beatmatching and mixing to using effects and programming extended club sets. Whether you’re a beginner wanting to learn fundamentals or a seasoned pro looking to take your talent to the next level, our curriculum is designed to accommodate all skill levels and styles of music. This comprehensive DJ program covers everything from basic mixing to advanced digital DJing with both Serato Scratch Live and Traktor Scratch Pro.
At Dubspot you’ll be working at personal student workstations equipped with industry standard and cutting-edge technology: Technics SL-1200 / 1210 series turntables, Pioneer CDJs, Pioneer DJM or Rane TTM mixers, Apple iMacs and MacBook Pros, Native Instruments’ Traktor Scratch Pro, Serato Scratch Live, vinyl, CDs, timecode, and MIDI controllers.
Our instructors teach you the necessary techniques and draw on their vast collective experience to give you insight into the mindset, workflow, and art of DJing. Graduates of the DJ Extensive Program will have an opportunity to perform at an event in a New York City venue, organized and promoted by Dubspot together with you and your fellow students. At Dubspot, we want you to do more than just learn. We want you to be great at doing what you love. Let us help you get there!
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This Dubspot Top Picks guide features a selection of our favorite compressor plugins based on professional quality sound, characteristics, and affordability.
Compressors and limiters are specialized amplifiers used to reduce the dynamic range of a signal, which is the span between the loudest and softest sounds. The use of compressors can make recordings and live mixes sound more polished by controlling maximum levels and maintaining higher average loudness. In addition, many compressors have a characteristic signature sound that can be used to inject coloration and tone into otherwise lifeless tracks or mixes. Compression can also be used to subtly treat a track to make it more natural sounding and intelligible without adding distortion, resulting in a song that’s more “comfortable” to listen to. Alternately, over-compressing your music can ultimately squeeze the life out of your mixes causing them to lose punch and clarity. For those who are unfamiliar with compressors, having a good grasp of the basics will go a long way toward understanding how compression works, and how to apply this essential treatment to your advantage.
Derived from the original Neve 2254 compressor, circa 1969, the 33609 stereo bus compressor/limiter utilizes a bridged-diode gain reduction circuit and many custom transformers. The uniquely musical character of this circuit has made the 33609 a studio standard since its release. The UAD Neve 33609 is the only Neve-sanctioned software recreation of the Neve 33609 (rev C). Every detail of the original unit is captured and matches its hardware counterpart with absolute precision. The 33609 is an excellent bus compressor/limiter and excels at treating drums and vocals
Virtual Buss Compressors is a suite of three unique-sounding dynamic processors, all 100% modeled after top analog mastering gear. Every nuance of real analog compressors has been modeled, including the exact nonlinear characteristics of their transformers, tubes, VCAs, amplifiers, phase distortions, harmonic distortions, and timing. The suite includes the FG-RED, FG-GREY, and FG-MU compressors. The FG-RED is modeled after Focusrite’s classic Red compressor and is ideal for bringing your drums to life. The FG-GREY is modeled after the classic British “4000 series console compressor” and is ideal for tightening and “gelling” full mixes and group busses. The FG-MU captures the renowned sound of the classic Fairchild 670 and the Manley Vari Mu.
The FabFilter Pro-C 2 has been receiving a lot of great reviews and has become widely used by many demanding engineers. Whether you need subtle mastering compression, an upfront lead vocal, that magic drum glue or deep EDM pumping, this high-quality compressor can do the job. The Pro-C 2 is a workhorse that delivers precise compression but does not color the sound like many favorite analog modeled compressors. This more modern compressor sports an innovative interface and is equipped with flexible sidechaining and routing options, useful program-dependent presets, and advanced controls for achieving high-quality compression.
The UBK-1 is based on Kush’s famous FATSO compressor and comes equipped with three engines that give you amazing control over Saturation, Compression, and Density. This satisfyingly great compressor also features a highpass sidechain filter to dial in paranormal shapes of compression resulting is coercive movement and dynamic motion. The UBK-1 is also capable of providing warm analog-esque saturation for treating all varieties of sound in your mix. The Density engine adds an extra level of frequency-selective compressor/harmonic saturation that works great for targeting the mids or highs with a switch. Load the UBK-1 on your master bus and witness your mix come alive!
The MJUC is is the result of several extensive years of research and development. Based on three different variable-mu style compressors, the MJUC delivers some serious tube compression. All three models capture the essence of each generation and sports their own dedicated signal path and control set. You can also tweak the overall tone and saturation of each model with the unique TIMBRE and the DRIVE control to musically enhance your sounds to taste. DRIVE controls the load of the input and output transformers as the saturation of the tube gain stages, if applicable. The TIMBRE extends MJUC’s use as a tone shaping device. The MJUC is ideal for gluing things together or giving any sound some extra character.
Based on the renowned master buss center compressor of the SSL 4000 G console, the Waves SSL G-Master Buss Compressor captures the unique sound of the original’s IC input and twin VCA gain-reduction amplifier design. Prized by top engineers for its ability to “glue together” tracks, the SL 4000 G master buss center compressor is ideal for taming piano dynamics or adding punch to drums and percussion. The SSL G-Master also excels at tightening up final mixes.
Disto is an emulation of Empirical Labs Distressor and FATSO Jr compressors. It is designed to merge each of their features to get a single processing system that captures the power from both devices. In addition, it is equipped with a Mid/Side matrix for Mid and Side processing. Disto is designed to be quite aggressive but is also great for “warming” sounds. Version 2 delivers several features such as a Dry Mix knob, a new model for light compression, various compression character selections and modes, updated saturation options, a “Hottitude” control to get independent control on dynamics, saturation, and Warmth, a “Warmth” filter to control brightness, and a host of other features.
The Tube-Tech CL 1B has been around for awhile and is a favorite amongst many professional engineers. It is modeled after its hardware counterpart and is one of those units that has a defined personality while still being useful on a variety of sound sources in various situations. You can use the Tube-Tech CL 1B for either calm and natural dynamic control, or push it to bring out punch and life from any material. This compressor shines when used on sounds with a wide frequency range, such as an electric bass that may need low-end control and a snappy presence, or an acoustic guitar that needs to be large sounding and close to the listener. It also works great at giving your full mix that rich Opto character.
The TDR Kotelnikov is a modern wideband dynamics processor that combines high fidelity dynamic range control with deep musical flexibility. As a descendant of the venerable TDR Feedback Compressor product family, Kotelnikov has directly inherited several unique features such as a proven control scheme, individual release control for peak and RMS content, an intuitive user interface, and powerful, state of the art, high-precision algorithms. With a sonic signature best described as “stealthy,” Kotelnikov has the ability to manipulate the dynamic range by dramatic amounts, while carefully preserving the original tone, timbre, and punch of a musical signal. The concept is “proudly digital” in the sense that it doesn’t try to emulate any previously existing device.
The 1176 Classic Limiter Collection is an amazing software recreation of one of the World’s most famous compressors. The original Universal Audio 1176 was designed by UA founder M.T. “Bill” Putnam, and represented a major breakthrough in limiter technology. It was the first true peak limiter to feature all-transistor circuitry and ultra-fast FET gain reduction and has lent its character and punch to some of the greatest recordings in history. This unrivaled emulation of all three distinct 1176 units are the go-to tools worldwide for treating vocals and drums. The collection includes the Rev A “Bluestripe” which represents the original Putnam FET limiter design, complete with its higher distortion and unique FET gain amplifier characteristics. The Rev E “Blackface” which covers the early ’70s Brad Plunkett “LN” (Low Noise) era, with variations including a more linear compression response, transistor gain amplification, and a change to the program dependence. Lastly, the 1176AE provides UA’s rare 1176 40th Anniversary Edition, complete with exclusive mods including its lower 2:1 compression ratio.
Presswerk is a modern compressor that delivers powerful dynamics with a musical soul. It features an easy-to-use interface and a rich feature set that gives you hands-on control over all details of your sound. Presswerk is not designed to emulate famous compressors; instead, it blends the warmth of classic hardware models with advanced developments that are only possible in the digital domain. This workhorse comes equipped with several enhanced capabilities that can dramatically transform your sounds. There are even independent modules designed for treating drum groups, bass, guitars, vocals, and even the full mix. Presswerk also excels at limiting, applying saturation for harmonic overtones and warmth, mid/side processing, and sidechaining.
The Glue is an analog modeled compressor plugin based on the classic 80′s British big console buss compressor with some additional features. It uses the same high-quality algorithms used in circuit simulation packages but optimized for real-time use. Additions over the original circuit include an ultra-fast attack time and a Range knob, which backs off the compression to give incredibly natural sounding attacks and also limit the maximum amount of compression applied. There is also external sidechain support and an adjustable sidechain highpass filter. The Glue does exactly what the name implies, “glue” sounds together. It’s excellent ability to treat groups of sounds is why this popular compressor excels at tightening up your full mix and group busses.
The Renaissance Compressor is a multi-purpose processor that delivers musical results on any vocal or instrument, including drums, bass, and guitar. It has a warm and present sound that is as transparent as you want it to be. This classic plugin is the go-to compressor for professional mixing engineers and musicians around the globe. It is one of the most great-sounding and easy-to-use compressors on the market. Renaissance features vintage Opto and modern Electro compression modes, internal brickwall limiting, and the most basic controls.
The Devil-Loc Deluxe is based on the original Shure Level-Loc from the 1960s, which was a brick wall limiter designed to be used in public address systems. Its extreme compression and gritty sound eventually became a secret weapon of some well-known and very creative engineers and producers. Devil-Loc Deluxe is by far the most crushing, pounding, and aggressive compressor on this list. To take things beyond the hardware that inspired it and give you even more creative flexibility, the Deluxe version adds a “Darkness” control for tone, switchable slow or fast release times, and a Mix knob. This powerful compressor can take your drums to new levels and add some serious grit to anything you run through it.
The VSC-2 is based on Vertigo’s “Big Impact Design” and captures all the fine nuances of this flagship VCA compressor. Also known as the “Mercedes” of compressors, the VSC-2 Quad Discrete Compressor sports four VCAs designed to capture the character of the best VCA based compressors of the 70s and 80s. This classic based sound is combined with a modern mastering grade signal path equipped with innovative features. The precision of the VSC-2 makes it a perfect choice for mastering and treating the stereo mix bus.
The Teletronix LA-2A Classic Leveler Collection is an unrivaled software recreation of the most revered optical compressor ever. With its gentle, program dependent optical compression, and meticulously designed tube amplifier, the LA-2A is the go-to compressor for professional mixers around the world. The LA-2A Classic Leveler Plug-In Collection features immaculate models of three highly sought-after LA-2A units, giving you the most authentic emulations ever of this iconic compressor. No studio is complete without this widely used compressor. Test it out on your drums, vocals, and anything else to see why this classic is so revered.
The PuigChild 670 is a faithful software recreation of the renowned Fairchild 670 compressor. The PuigChild 670 captures every distinctive nuance and harmonic detail of the vintage Fairchild 670. The advanced compression techniques and incomparable sound of the 670 make it one of the best mix bus compressors on the market for bringing serious character and warmth to your mixes. This coveted compressor also excels at treating vocals and just about any instrument you run through it. The 670 also comes loaded with Mid-Side processing for superior stereo imaging, and a host of other features. Think of the 670 as a powerhouse compressor.
The mpressor plugin is a spot-on emulation of its hardware counterpart. This outstanding universal compressor will significantly enhance any sound you run through it. Its Auto Fast feature for attack makes life easy even on longer attack settings. The Anti Log function offers an alternative release curve that can be engaged for instant pumping effects. In addition to standard ratios, the mpressor also provides negative values. Combine this with its extremely fast attack times, and you will be able to create completely new signal envelopes. Mpressor also features a Gain Reduction Limiter that regulates the virtual control voltage and keeps even the most extreme settings under control – completely independent from the threshold and ratio settings. The additional filter is also a perfect fit for changing the compressed signal in its sound character. This widely used compressor is ideal for any application and is a notable tool to add to your arsenal.
The VARI COMP is an all-purpose, easy-to-use, two-channel compressor with breathtakingly transparent sound. Modeled on the sound of boutique high-end studio gear, this first-ever software emulation adds high-pass sidechaining and parallel compression – all while running as a stand-alone plug-in inside your DAW. Highly usable and full of rich, natural sound, VARI COMP delivers the warmth and presence of top-of-the-line tube-powered hardware. Its pristine sound is ideal for use on individual tracks, groups, and mixes at the mastering stage. The sound remains smooth and musical at all times.
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DCAM Dynamics offers a variety of different flavors of high-quality circuit-modelled dynamics processing. The included plugins are perfect for everything from taming tricky transients to heavy, creative sculpting effects, and everything in between. Classic console bus compression and channel limiting amp processors are provided alongside a transient shaper and frequency-selective compressor making DCAM Dynamics a great all-purpose dynamics toolbox.
Transform rough ideas and basic compositions into dance floor bangers and sonically pleasing commercial quality masters. Learn the well-kept industry secrets of EQ, compression, panning, level balancing, reverb and special effects.
About This ProgramThis program gives you everything you need to refine tracks into a clear commercial quality release, including special mixing and mastering techniques for dubstep, techno, house, trance, downtempo, hip-hop, and the gamut of electronically-produced music. You will learn to mix and master your tracks using the same plugins that top industry engineers use every day, including plugins by Izotope, Soundtoys, Sonnox, Altiverb, and more.
Visit the Mixing and Mastering course page for detailed information on this program here.
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Making the switch from turntables to software for DJ performances? Here are five tips that can help you make the transition with ease.
Ditch the mouse or trackpad when performing with a laptop. It’s much more intuitive and a lot more fun interacting with physical controls. There are several types of DJ controllers and interfaces on the market these days that offer the amount of control and performance features you may need. You can go with something elaborate like Native Instruments’ flagship all-in-one S8 controller for TRAKTOR PRO, or something more portable and affordable like the TRAKTOR KONTROL D2, Numark’s Mixtrack Pro III, Pioneer’s DJ DDJ-SB2, and several others. Often, simpler is better in most cases. However, DJs who scratch as part of their performance will want to look at the higher-end units that offer precision touch controls with low latency.
Whether you’re performing with turntables or a digital DJ system, cue monitoring is essential for beatmatching the next track. When making the transition from using turntables and a mixer to a digital DJ system, it’s important to realize that your setup will require an audio interface or audio routing capabilities to monitor your mixes properly. For example, if you want to plug into a standard club mixer, you’ll need at least two stereo outputs for two decks in addition to any other outputs you may need for additional gear. If you want to bypass the club mixer, it’s also possible to monitor through your laptop’s built-in sound card, as long as it supports headphone monitoring.
Increasingly, many of the latest digital DJ gear comes equipped with a sound card built-in, so check before you buy. If you have a DJ controller that doesn’t have a built-in card or if the sound quality is poor, you’ll most certainly need to purchase an audio interface. Furthermore, you may also want the flexibility that an audio interface offers you for expanding your setup in the future.
Organizing and managing your digital media is essential for several reasons. We can not stress enough how crucial it is to have a well-organized music library. Organizing your music improves workflow, helps keep you engaged with your audience and focused on your set, and most importantly helps avoid from scrolling through hundreds of songs during a performance. It’s recommended to use a separate program to organize your music. Keeping your DJ software separate from your music library software helps avoid crashes and more importantly allows you to manage massive amounts of music. Many DJs often use iTunes because it integrates seamlessly with popular DJ software such as TRAKTOR PRO and Serato. Think of iTunes as your shelves full of vinyl and your DJ software as your crates of music you bring along to gigs. It is also wise to create playlists with about twice the number of tunes you think you’ll need for any given event. There is no need to bring your whole music collection to a gig. Spend time on your playlists and organize your music by genre, bpm, key, date of release, artist, title, and any other details such as cover art that will help you quickly identify the tune you’re looking to cue up next. Try to get in the habit of knowing your audience and bringing music that suits that audience as well.
DJ Endo also covered this subject previously in his tutorial on How to Create Smart Playlists in iTunes.
In addition to tagging and organizing your music collection, it is also common practice to take notes about your music and how you plan to perform with it. Use the comments or description field in your music software to your advantage. For example, try using the ‘Comments’ field in iTunes or in TRAKTOR PRO to add additional information that will help make your tunes more searchable such as ‘Summer Music’ or ‘Late Night Music,’ etc. You could even list other tunes that a certain tune mixes well with. Keeping a physical notebook is very handy as well for remembering what tunes mix better together or any other details about a mix that you might otherwise forget during a performance. DJs that perform with vinyl often stack records aside or write notes on the label to help them make decisions faster during a performance. With digital files, these details sometimes get lost in the moment. Therefore, a notebook and pen next to the DJ booth are valuable tools for building sets that go deeper than a playlist of this month’s favorites.
Most great DJ performances happen while standing up, so it seems logical that your mixes, track selection, and overall mood will be different when you sit at a desk to program a mix or set. If you come from a background DJing with vinyl or CDs, it can be especially frustrating to go from a physical booth setup to a laptop on your desk. The solution, make a DJ booth for your laptop. By creating a space where you can stand up and control the mix, you’ll feel much closer to the music. Sitting down creates an entirely different vibe – be aware of the difference.
The definition of DJing has changed dramatically in the last decade. Laptops, controllers, and software have emerged alongside traditional turntables and CDJs, smashing the barrier to entry. In today’s digital age, anyone can become a DJ. To reflect this renaissance, Dubspot has created the DJing with Traktor Program. In both our physical and online schools, students will learn how to DJ entirely with Traktor’s cutting-edge technology. An emphasis will be placed on the concepts of DJing rather than simply learning how to use the software.
Starting with a historical overview, students will learn the fundamental concepts of DJing via Traktor’s intuitive interface. They will then delve into the vast array of possibilities offered by this groundbreaking software, presenting their work along the way. Students will leave with finished DJ mixes, a thorough understanding of DJing with Traktor, and a solid skill set ready for further development.
Visit the DJing with Traktor course page for detailed information on this program here.
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