5 Mixing Ideas for DJs - Transition Techniques

[@Crossfader]

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[@nckasun]

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[@reFlowPiano]

Crossfader in Transition 1, what Kind of Filter do you use ? Or is is just The eq? I just have a Traktor kontrol smk2

[@Crossfader]

On the Traktor S2 you can either swap the gain/trim control at the top of the EQs for filter in the S2 settings within Traktor set up. Or you could use a filter assigned to the channel from the effect rack.

[@djancofficial960]

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[@josephchua973]

i want to ask sb3 vs rb which one good for beginning to use ddj？thanks

[@Thelopsideddoner]

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[@Hdsvhgffcbuured]

Idea #1: 1:04 Idea #2: 2:47 Idea #3: 5:08 Idea #4 5:57 Idea #5 8:28

[@user-zf3or5vc7c]

Luca Mattheis mvp

[@P4boot]

You're a legend

[@jhrjake7002]

your a star

[@davylievens4503]

Nr 5 is very good

[@ctriamimgons]

hero

[@CliveRaynor]

I'm just an ordinary guy, who has been listening to dance music for a very long time and can I just say, you DJ guys and girls are super talented and incredibly clever. I for one couldn't hope to approach the amazing tricks and devices you all use. Actually, I don't want to when I have top DJs to do it for me. And you make it look so easy. Wow. That's why I simply love to listen and watch the best at work. Great sounds, inventive techniques, thanks for the insight.

[@g1hannamax514]

5 is especially my favorite. I always like it when DJs use the melodies and harmonies of two songs to bridge them together.

[@-syphec-3600]

man is literally flexing on us with his 3 controllers in the beginning lmao

[@blacknify6060]

Exactly what I thought lmfao.

[@theKonfusion]

still less expensive then a single CDJ set

[@P4boot]

😂 I keep wishing the controllers will tip...😂

[@CANControlGRAFFITI]

Xavier .Garand I was thinking turntables.

[@michaeldunfield1842]

Buddy, he's got way more than 3 lol. They were probably all sponsored for review by the manufacturers

[@xBaRLoGx]

I have literally 0 clue what you're doing, but I love watching videos like this

[@Anthonial_Mjj]

you should really try to learn it, its super simple and with people like Jamie, here its even easier. mixing is easy start by getting a program, and just try to match song phrases together and practice counting your beats, then upgrade to learning to beat match and from there you should have enough understanding (in like 2-3 weeks) to be able to apply some of these tricks. TRUST me, NAILING a transition or drop or anything is SO incredibly satisfying. specially when its two songs you always dreamt of mixing.

[@Anthonial_Mjj]

I learned to mix and LITERALLY two weeks later, my tutor had a gig at a club for me. but I had the confidence to play live.

[@kehbab]

@@Anthonial_Mjj yeah but you need to invest quite some money in it before you can even tell if you have talent

[@quinxx12]

@@kehbab get a second hand controller then.

[@kehbab]

@@quinxx12 no Idea if everything is working or how to know

[@jakeburhoe171]

ok so ivve basicly been teaching myself and ive used some of these but watching u do them has helped me and will greatly improve my mixing

[@cjusticeg794]

I would love to see a video that shows a general idea of each FX and what their intended effect is. For example; reverb can be used to fill space and create dramatic build. Interested in things like enigmatic jet, flanger and phaser. I mix mostly peak/driving techno (BPM 127-135) Thanks!

[@mercurymajesty]

1000x YES !

[@paulinnate]

Wish i found your tutorials a few years ago when i was transitioning from vinyl to digital. I'm learning a lot, even the basics help. Coming up with these techniques on your own is not easy and your clear instructions are great, thank you.... your taste in music definitely helps too. thank you for all your doing.

[@DJ.S1NISTER]

i have been mixing for 2 months extreme beginner and you just delivered me the holy grail of videos thank you for fixing my dumb ass

[@StormMorran13]

My favourite is definitely mixing technique 1. I'm using the autoloop technique a lot, and I personally believe it's effective, and pretty easy to master. However the first 1st one is easy to learn, really effective but more difficult to master. There's always creative ways you can develop it. #WeAreCrossFader

[@saminix1]

As an open-format dj i use all my hotcues on the nxs2 for various parts of the song. A (green) - 8 bars in to the intro/15 sec left of the intro (for fast mixing), B (purple) - when the vocals start, C (yellow) - buildup, D (red) - Drop. Then i use the rest of the 4 hotcue banks to do the same, but for the second part of the song. So no 5 might be good for the ones who doesn't use hotcues like me. And the other ones were good beginner tips. But the one that i need to practise more is no 3. I know it's a powerful tool to use loops, but i rarly cut them in half. So that's what I'm going to practise. Thank you. Best regards from Sweden.

[@Crossfader]

Thanks for sharing your hot cue set up and have fun practicing the looping technique!

[@katgollop5526]

Looking through tutorials and I thought I saw a familiar face! Being taught online by a chap in my year at school while living on the other side of the world... how bizarre! Great tutorials

[@drippyd8131]

it’s nice knowing i’m a beginner and i’m already doing these effects without even knowing what they are that’s crazy, hopefully i have a good career

[@familialicea2003]

Technique five was my favorite. I just turned 40 and my wife got me dj bundle so I just started to dj and I’m having blast although finding tracks has been more tasking and time consuming as I thought. I have been using the echo transition and it true I find myself using this technique to often. Thanks fo the vid.

[@sicfxmusic]

How's your progress after 3 years?

[@minitze]

it's been 5 years brother, where u at?

[@richardedwards3976]

Filter In and Out (1) and Hi Hat Mixing (4) both really peaked my interest. Indeed, adopting your suggested techniques would add variety to any mix. I'm not sure how effective they might be with other styles of music, mostly hip-hop and dancehall. But I play mostly EDM and calypso/soca music and both genres blend nicely together. Anyway, good video and much helpful tips.

[@JesusRodriguez-fr2vt]

My favorite mixing technique is number 3. I'm an open format DJ, and I discovered it kind of by accident (or out of necessity), and the loop feature is something that has worked for me very well. However, I never considered chopping the loop in half. Now that I know it would sound nice to chop it every 8 or 4 beats, I feel like I've been playing it safe all this time. Thanks for breaking down this technique. I'll definitely try it tomorrow during my dj set. #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

Nice to hear we’ve given you a new way to expand on something you’re already doing! Have fun!

[@paulsizer4821]

Thanks so much. Even for someone like me who's done this for a while, it's always good to brush up on basics to keep from getting stale. Much appreciated!

[@DeeJayAARonYT]

I liked the hi-hat one. Subtle, but effective and creative! 👍🏿

[@Crossfader]

Glad you liked it!

[@brandonponte6377]

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[@MarvicAmog]

That hi hat mix and cue play is so key! Thank u so much for making this!!!!

[@househeadspeakz]

Since I am a House DJ in training, I prefer the first one. Using the Filter and Low EQ's to blend and bring in one track and slowly fade out another. I used this technique last night and hope to use it again when I record my mix.

[@danielbicho]

These techniques helped me a lot, "simple" but effective... Good vibes from Portugal🇵🇹

[@willjacques9573]

#1 is the best, it's so CLEAN

[@jason11286]

Being new to all this, I really like #1. The tips about the EQ adjustment while filtering was new to me but very helpful. #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

Nice! Glad to be of help!

[@rmac5584]

I Agree

[@polvorin15764]

I'm a old school dj and this will help me a lot to keep up using a Midi Controller and do more than just that first technique which I mostly use honestly.

[@Crossfader]

That's great to hear! Keep mixing, keep experimenting and enjoying what you do!

[@Dj_rueboi]

1-5 are my fav lol

[@Crossfader]

Haha. Well that’s great to hear!

[@charlieminers2892]

The reverb/hats technique is pure genius

[@Keeperholder2]

Mixing idea number 4 is my favourite. Great video once again! #WeAreCrossfader

[@LeonEdwards1976]

The hi-hat was my favourite, thank you for this video Jamie. #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

My pleasure

[@hectoralonso5064]

X2

[@jordanmandel]

that HH technique was incredibly clean. inspiring to try this out

[@MannYgfx]

Great techniques, very inspiring! #5 was my fav, it opens up for so much creativity. Thanks for this!

[@eepuchan]

I feel like I just got a new upgrade just watching this! Mind blowing yet simple.

[@djkoilive]

the hotcue mixing technique is my fave! Thank you for all you do for us! keep up the amazing work! Much love and respect! #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

Thanks for watching. We will keep delivering the content don’t worry.

[@elvoj5245]

Field Shortt Mine too, yo can always do a lot with one or two buttons

[@sontruong1301]

The sampler one is probably my favorite. I think you taught me another one that has to do with looping. I also like the cutting out the snare one. Just be creative I guess. Thanks Crossfader!

[@eduardolaborderie4630]

The hot cues one was my favorite, thanks Jamie. From Chile #WeAreCrossfader

[@pierreharris7151]

I really like the Word Play technique. The others I use often is some form or variation, but the Word Play was a game changer for me. I have been DJing now for less than 1 yr. I have always been in music from vocal to instrumental to production I was a Karaoke DJ for a long time before jumping into digital DJing with CONTROLLER and let me tell you it has made me one of the hottest guys around in the world of Karaoke. Thanks for the new. I subscribed today as well.

[@kuan831]

Idea 5 is my favorite. Using hot cues make mixing more interesting #WeAreCrossfader

[@malcolmholden3524]

Really enjoyed your lessons. Quick, precise, and so well done. Thank you for sharing

[@lindaviolet7358]

Me: Just started today, doesn't have a single idea how to dj Also Me: HMHMHM new ideas

[@joseboy1993]

Lmao saaaame

[@NickdeBey]

literally same lmaoooo

[@kaydwessie296]

MEEEE TOOOOOO

[@k-train1450]

Love your videos cause they are the best way to learn and understand that djing is just more then pressing the play button, my favourite technique would have to be number 4.

[@Crossfader]

We’re glad you live our videos. You’re right there is so much more to being a DJ than just pressing play!

[@arturoperez2722]

This was f***** amazing. My favorites: 4 and 5. Thank you for teaching us that.

[@Crossfader]

It’s my pleasure. Glad you got value from it and learnt a few new things.

[@mollyskies1144]

This tutorial is amazing! Thank you! The hot cue technique is my favorite because it seems so fun and it makes me just want to dance even more!

[@Iztreshtelia]

Probably #5 finger drumming can really take a mix or transition to the next lvl

[@amelin1612]

Finally not a video on stopping track 1 and 'slamming' a new song in.

[@lorenzo6776]

My favorite was the vinyl spin back echo, which I already use and always sounds great, thanks for the interesting video, still had the chance to learn new stuff! #WeAreCrossfader

[@markaprillabatete3158]

You're the best sir Jamie and the rest of Crossfader family. This is a great video for me that is just starting DJing

[@tokkadj593]

Number 5 is my favorite. Need to learn with word and tone play... #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

Yeah that’s a bit more advanced but a great way to transition.

[@nicholasjinadu3368]

#5 is so cool...this way the dj has control over the song and makes it his. Dope

[@planc7on]

nice to see usable technics that's not "pull everything to echo and don't beatmatch at all" on youtube tutorials. nothing really new - but hey, still learned a bit

[@ktmf]

I like third one with the backspin. Really handful when you quickly need to jump to another track without loss of time

[@DJ_THOR_24_7]

4am here in Florida watching your video 2019 may 31st I really loved all the techniques but I want n will learn the cue fades those sounded so BA. Great videos ty for making them all I'm a total noob only 3 weeks in but learning is the fun part.

[@ItzReelOutdoorz]

Two weeks later...4:44 here in Florida🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♂️😴

[@dictabeat]

nr.2 Can also be achieved by using the brake effect on the DDJ RB pad FX section. that way you don't have to change anything in the settings for the start stop button.

[@Crossfader]

Great additional tip!

[@soloshotfirst1118]

"You're a wizard Harry"

[@jojak12]

He does look like Harry in that video tho

[@fryingscotsman]

Watch this countless times man, please make more videos like this one

[@ClectaSkiMusic]

Great stuff man

[@jonborno8550]

finally someone who isn't only showing us rubish! well done!

[@mr.voidout4739]

Q: Can you count to four? A: Yes. Congratulations, you're officially a DJ. Now learn the equipment and practice practice practice.

[@avationmusic]

There's a catch, sometimes you might need to count to 8 :3

[@jacobscordilis6954]

It's all about the selection..

[@juanalvarezdeneyradegregor5829]

@@avationmusic count to four twice ;)

[@JamzZMusic25]

Both the hot cue and the looping technique are my favs for sure it’s hard to choose between them but honestly all the techniques in this are pretty cool

[@es.ei.el.]

#4 the smoothest one #WeAreCrossfader

[@ruk2023--]

I often do the hi-hat technique to keep up the energy but I hadn't thought of adding a reverb, makes it sound much better.

[@baxx_music]

Where can we find those tracks??? They are absolutely dope!

[@rokasmickevicius1405]

btbx no they are not fyi

[@Spooki_]

@@rokasmickevicius1405 hater alert!

[@SinanIbrahimov]

Simply said 1, 4 and 5 in order. I like them and will use them on my mixes. Thanks Jamie.

[@erickandres9772]

Mixing idea #2 is my favourite., thank Jamie #WeAreCrossfader

[@Crossfader]

My pleasure!

[@billkthedj]

@@Crossfader I'm trying to find the vinyl speed adjust setting in Virtual DJ...

[@gixxerboy555]

You are real pro man...my favorite is #5 but did it allready..though...you're still the best...thnx

[@FolyLantern]

Hey Guys can you help me with the song at 2:35

[@chopsbarrett]

Always on point with the tips and tricks! Keep it up Jamie. Honestly, use most the stuff you show, in my sets

[@Crossfader]

That’s great to hear man! Thanks for watching and using the tips!

[@viscing]

hot cue was cool

[@AlexisChang]

number 5 went crazyyyyy WHEW

[@latenitetalking]

Dudeeee what is the song at 2:40? That sounded amazing. I know the sample but I can't find the actual song

[@yannikmusch2130]

Maybe little bit late but: Belfort - Say Wot (not on youtube) -> soundcloud: soundcloud.com/fmnmedia/belfort-say-wot

[@TheAbsolutSmirnoff]

dude you can see it on the display :P

[@nick_way]

Quite possibly the best dj technique video I’ve seen. Thank you. Favourite was the high hat one but all are very well explained. Cheers

[@Crossfader]

That's great to hear! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@paulh123456]

Name of the song at 3:30 please. Great video ♥️

[@derschmeske3618]

belfort you & i. search for it on soundcloud, its not on youtube

[@Koopa64]

Great 👍 video! That last technique really opened my eyes 👀 a bit!!! I love your channel so far! Great material

[@ellydejay8927]

oupsss..."...repetition is the mother of learning ..."

[@wazamc8480]

All of them are awesome bru keep it up you are doing a good job 1,4,5

[@djdiegomixcba]

The Last Technique it's the best! Thanks for your art Crossfader

[@madn3556]

Thank you so much cross fader for this video. It’s so great to know these techniques.

[@Crossfader]

Its our pleasure!

[@samrichter4830]

I watch these types of vids all the time right now. Happy this one showed me some new techniques. Big fan of playing with the fader like you showed

[@DrVooDrVoo]

The technique with vinyl mode is the one I prefer even if it can be Tricky sometimes!

[@cds5280]

That hot cue was hawt, enjoying your videos just started and learning a lot on the ddj-400 thanks man!

[@Crossfader]

Awesome, thank you!

[@matthieuregnauld9648]

I just discovered this channel and boy am I not disappointed! Great stuff!

[@MJ-ru9iw]

My Favorite is definitely Hot Cueing. This is something that couldn't quite be accomplished with just some turntables and vinyl back in the day. Hot Cueing will take your Dj mixes and performance to the next level. I respect old school however there certainly advancements in technology that have allowed for new techniques to enter the realm of djing.

[@nagikun4840]

1) Filter in out 2) vinly brake 3) Loop 4) clap Isolator 5) cue points

[@bogachanbugrakaya6562]

Super smooth and detailed presentation with an incredible accent! Absolutely loved it!

[@frankdilewyns9434]

Great stuff, thank you for the tips and free music

[@elliott7268]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours Jamey. I've watched this like 10 times!

[@kevinrace446]

The last one is definitely the one I need to practice

[@Lloydy0105]

I sometimes like to start the new track 4 beats out of time, and before the drop, completely cut out its low end for 4 beats, whilst pressing reverse on the existing track. Before cutting the existing track out completely and restoring the new tracks low end just at the drop. Takes a bit of practice (like most things) but can sound really nice when done properly

[@djsinny5186]

The one thing i like with RekordBox is that is easy to learn,as it has ''Bar Counting' or the ''1's'' Which is the most important thing to learn in dj-ing!

[@rebecca_stone]

I didn't expect to like that first filtering / EQ technique but I actually loved it the best. :) That and the high-hat technique are really cool. Great video and clear explanation. Thank you!

[@padnakworksolution5352]

all mixing ideas was very awesome big up to crossfader

[@sirlancelot84]

I like the last one. Use cues all the time so this will mix this up nicely

[@ZÆŁ-s6g]

I think my favorite one was the last one where you manipulated the music. Very well done! Thank you! :)

[@gabrieluy]

Number 1 I know how to do but 5 is the one I like the most

[@NEX21]

The tone-play technique was my favourite! Always nice to watch your videos. #WeAreCrossfader

[@djsazm3580]

The drop at 5:46 is dope

[@brentgideons6561]

Love the creativity, I always apply the loop but now that I've seen how the rest is properly done I'm going to practice these....Thanks a lot for the helpful video

[@Crossfader]

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed it and found the video helpful.

[@lauramac710]

I love all of the above, and although i only have a little cdj 350, I will be definitely be giving it a go ! cheers for your videos, they are very informative!

[@HUMZMIC1]

Man that was off the chain. The first two i liked but my favorite is the echo spin back....AWESOME VIDEO !!!

[@hungurgaming9415]

The first and the third are my favourite techniques! Thanks for giving me new ideas!