Sunday, August 14, 2011

The Must-Have Characteristics Of A Good DJ Software

By Wandaka Kayaes


Whether embarking on a fully fledged career as a DJ, or simply starting out as a beginner and learning how to mix music, it is important to have reliable software with a degree of functionality that suits one's individual purposes. Its functionality specifications will also need to suit the genre of music that is being mixed. When choosing the correct program, there are certain characteristics of a good DJ software system, to look out for.

Is it usually very useful to choose a program that is compatible with a number of external hardware devices such as synthesizers, especially for live entertainment purposes. Much time can also be saved by not having to convert files into suitable formats. For this reason, the best programs are compatible with almost every music file format possible, including MP3, WAV and FLAC.

In high-paced environments associated with parties, clubs and other forms of live entertainment, it is important to have the correct mixing mechanisms at hand, for example, scratching and looping. However, the interface of the software should be as basic and user-friendly as possible, to ensure that the process of mixing does not become overly complicated.

It is equally as important for DJs who mix music as a hobby and those who have built a career on it, to use technology that is able to match the tempos of mixed music pieces. For those who have little experience with actual turntables, software that familiarizes the user with time signatures song tempos will provide a strong foundation for developing an "ear", for good rhythm.

It is also extremely useful to ensure that the product provider has a functional and easily accessible help and support system. The support team should be willing to assist, preferably via a live chat system, which ensures that communication between DJs and their support teams is properly maintained.

High-end technology has enabled systems to perform the exact same functions as was previously performed by DJ equipment. Techniques like scratching, looping and cross-fading can be done by using advanced programs. It is therefore essential to examine the capabilities of the system to ensure that it possess all the characteristics of a good DJ software system.




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