Build essential skills in Rekordbox to start mixing confidently with Pioneer gear.
Skill level: Beginner
Lessons: 34
Lesson Duration: 5.5hrs
Compatible Software: Rekordbox 5 / 6 / 7
Compatible Hardware: Pioneer DDJ-400, DDJ-FLX6, FLX6GT, DDJ-FLX10, DDJ-800, DDJ-1000, DDJ-RB, DDJ-RR, DDJ-RX, DDJ-RZ
Crossfader’s beginner online DJ course for Rekordbox users is the perfect way to get you started on your journey to becoming a confident DJ.
They will teach you the core skills every DJ needs to master and have you mixing in no time. Whether you’re just installing the Rekordbox software & plugging your controller in for the first time or wondering what music you should get started with they’re here by your side. The course will get you ready to press play on your first mix and build your confidence and love for DJing one lesson at a time.
This DJ course contains 34 lessons, including these highlights:
- DJ Tools & Free Music Downloads
- Rekordbox Interface & Preferences
- Importing, Analysis & Music Management
- Online Streaming Services
- Sound Output Settings & Controlling Levels
- Getting Hands On With Your Controller
- Understanding Timing & Beat Matching
- Perfect Your Timing
- Timing With Hip Hop & Drum & Bass
- Getting Used To The Tempo Adjust
- Beat Matching Basics
- Further Beat Matching
- Beat Matching Other Genres Of Music
- The Golden Rule
- Music Theory - Song Structure
- Time To Use Headphones
- EQs & Filter
- Create A Flawless Sounding Mix
- Performing An Extended Set
You can also take this course if you use Rekordbox in Performance mode plugged into an all-in-one unit or CDJ set up. For example if you have an XDJ XZ/XDJ RX2 or a pair of CDJs and Pioneer DJM mixer this course is also applicable. However if you use these devices with a USB stick plugged in, then please check out the dedicated XDJ course.