HOW TO DJ with House Music - 3 Mixing Techniques

In this tutorial, Jamie demonstrates how you can mix the same 2 tracks in very different ways. Adding each technique to your DJ sets will give you more options as a DJ and allow you to mix transitions using various methods.
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00:00 Intro
00:35 Seamless Blending
02:41 EQ Swap
04:40 Layering
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[@Crossfader]

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[@_lsdeejay_]

Layering is one of my favorite. Great explanation of those 3 ways so. #wearecrossfader

[@CleezyClark]

Did you select a winner?😁

[@mikeh1245]

love this

[@djvetex7303]

Check out this tech house track so underrated kzbin.info/www/bejne/ep3HpmSqesZgd6c😢

[@christopherarmas3847]

That was probably the BEST tutorial on mixing House music I’ve ever found on YT. Clear, concise, and easy to understand. Bravo Crossfader

[@itimmy101]

Really? 🤣🤣🤣

[@djedluva2021]

The "EQ Swap" is my favorite technique. I normally try to do the "seamless" technique but I always feel rushed, but now the "EQ Swap" seems to be better suited for my style of mixing. I loved everything about the tutorial and not only am I going to try the "EQ Swap" I'm going to try to use Highs in "Seamless" since I usually only do the Mids and the Lows. #GameChanger

[@KrilleEgnell]

+1

[@Drinkyoghurt]

It all depends on the tracks and compatibility. There's no one good way, every way has their own place and it's good to practice all of it.

[@kbergmeister7000]

Same for me as well

[@landerhernandez3715]

Dude same!!

[@ayathorne6258]

I like the layering technique here as I'm always trying to keep the energy going. Getting your phrases working together and not being afraid to mix mid tune is often overlooked in a lot of tutorials. Good stuff!

[@aztrodnb]

The EQ swaps part was my favourite - applied to myself mixing DNB. Helped me understand a new way to introduce the next song with layering.

[@pesceaffumicato8617]

I'm obsessed with the layering technique, allows you to come up with different drops everytime and never lack of dynamics.

[@RJ4987]

I’m a big fan of layering, I think it brings high energy and takes the listener on a journey. It allows them to hear different elements of songs together. Loads of my pals ask me ‘what was that remix’ when really it was just two songs which absolutely bang together 😮‍💨. Love the video Jamie 👍🏽

[@mistermcclain8178]

I loved this video. As a beginner these simply explained videos are so helpful. Not too fast like some. Thought it was cool how you showed two different ways for the same technique. But my favorite was the layering tips. I feel like this will definitely improve my sets. As well as make me feel more confident as a DJ. #wearecrossfader

[@tojoshinobi]

Love the layering technique, giving the mix a type of mashup sound vibe between the songs with keeping the energy going!

[@bendawes7186]

I love the layering technique for keeping the energy flowing during a set. Great video!

[@ShutterSpeedPD]

I really liked the “layering” technique. Great to use for introducing new energy with a recognizable vocal/chorus. #wearecrossfader

[@BigBasil]

Layering and EQ Swap All the way! Great Video Boys!

[@richiecolon3774]

#3 was my favorite. I’ve done each of these in the past, but never thought to bring the mids down. It is subtle but clearly makes a difference…thanks for the tip👊🏽

[@DJTHRILLER]

I’m so glad y’all make these because I’m a newbie still and I learn more hands on so reading or watching videos don’t help much but it’s nice to know I’m doing things correctly. thanks ❤️🙌

[@erichoce8532]

This is by far the best tutorial I've seen so far for Simple & Clean Techniques! I've been on the fence for a while on if i should learn how to DJ, and I think this video made my decision for me!

[@ianandywall]

Layering is a cool technique that I’ve been messing around with on my own deck. Definitely my favorite technique of the three and something I wish I were better at. I’m imagining some dope vocals that I’ll put on top of some house beats. Thanks for the video guys and I’m looking forward to the next! #wearecrossfader

[@NKSoulMusic]

Layering was my favourite technique in this video, although I think all 3 are just as important as each other depending on the situation. Thank you for your tip on reducing middle frequencies where the vocals sit. Very helpful.

[@djmaxy705]

My favourite technique is layering. This is my default mixing style and allows me to get really creative by implementing loops and effects to blend the two tracks together. Some blends sound bloody amazing which keeps my passion for DJing going🙌Awesome video guys‼️

[@CLONEBF]

I'm glad you mentioned these techniques! I've been using the 3rd one myself, so I would definitely recommend that for all DJ's wanting to improve their house mixes! Thank you crossfader for all the videos and the help 👍 #wearecrossfader

[@marieh2854]

EQ Swap is definitely my favourite one to keep the crowd engaged and keep full control over the transition. When I started mixing I would just fade in and fade out but as soon as you start doing multi genre mixes with diverse drum patterns and basslines, you need to get more creative to create smooth blends.

[@bradg6634]

The last tip is my favorite. I use the first two quite often but now have something new to add in. Thanks for the tips!

[@djskinner23]

Love all these techniques and I love to use them all. But sometimes I find simple is king when playing gigs as I'm still a beginner and I don't want to fluff a set, so I'd say the seamless blend is probably my favourite. Thanks again Crossfader for another great video, as usual.

[@iantaylor9995]

Love the 3rd technique!!! Layering from my perspective helps keep the audience in the groove of music and doesn’t confuse them by gently blending and layering in the next track, but employs impactful cross overs by introducing the lows at a moment when everyone may have though there would be a break in the track, but the rhythm keeps going! #wearecrossfader

[@davidroofthoofd934]

I love the energy of the hard EQ swap. Thé layering is my second favorite one

[@markjacob602]

Great video as always! Layering is my favourite to use. Keep that energy going! 🏠🎶👍

[@pitakis357]

I usually go with the EQ swap. Awesome vid !

[@vivianhuang202]

Awesome tutorial! The third mixing method is probably my favorite if you can sync the phrasing/vocals correctly. Less disruptive and keeps the energy going for the audience. Working on this myself with track selections. #wearecrossfader

[@jeremiea6590]

Love the EQ Swap, definitely need to practice this one! Thanks for the content :)

[@djactivator]

First one was my fave, I was missing this very super basic step in my mixing :) Seemless blending! Thank you! #wearecrossfader

[@referralhelper]

Amazing job like always. Thanks crossfader for tutorials like this

[@rafaelk1631]

3rd technique was my fav. Using the hot cue points to swap vocals. Great!

[@olsen1603]

I really like the layering technique. It's one that I was kind of aware of but didn't know how it works. This is the one I'll try for sure.

[@ganante]

The "EQ Swap" is my favorite , thanks for the great video, very useful, keep going the nice job :)

[@DarkAngel2512]

God bless, Crossfader. Thanks for explaining it so simply and concise

[@SirHefferlot581]

once you understand that "working in key" thing , you can forget it and just keep trusting your ears.

[@Crossfader]

A great skill if you can master it 😃

[@robertgarvansnyder4665]

Totally feel that. I used to sort by key when deciding what to play next. Then I started noticing that when the “right” track popped into my head, 90% of the time it was in the same key.

[@itimmy101]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@ljthirtyfiver]

@@robertgarvansnyder4665 is that because you know the music theory behind it ….or did it jus click one day ? I’m Still trying to get that intuition for that

[@robertgarvansnyder4665]

@@ljthirtyfiver I think it's more of a familiarity with the tracks I was playing, and one track would be more likely to make me suddenly think of another track if it was in a compatible key. Definitely not because I was using any music theory.

[@deejayrepeattvofficial]

Wow awesome info..I have been using these techniques in my livestream videos and they WORK!!!! Crossfader again great stuff!!

[@keananbeyers6427]

Got real excited with the layering technique!! definitely be trying that out this weekend !

[@RefRoom]

All 3 were great tips! Thanks for all the great tutorials and reviews.

[@djmelvinhoward1404]

I like the last one layering also matching the phrases as well

[@wittma8485]

Love all three but the last one is my favorite. Layering the vocal section on top just sounds so good! Also great to show the techniques with the same two tracks every time, really shows the different vibes of the transitions #wearecrossfader

[@keiranleith9709]

I like the EQ swap tip, just started mixing and use this a lot and think it's great for beginners

[@medazizelamri9112]

EQ Swap is definetly my favourite technique ! it's easy and professional at the same time , makes the mixing sound better.

[@mysticshlol]

I love the eq swap tip I always use this in my mixes anyway

[@bsiChewy]

The 1st and 3rd are my favorite. The 1st is so simple watching it but something I've been trying yo master for a while and I just love the illusion of never realizing the track was changed.

[@stevecaptin007]

I like the third one, although being new to this, i keep trying the others as well, i have just gotta calm down when it goes wrong. But i love learning, thanks crossfader, your a big help

[@eirikskarstein9964]

this is pure gold! thanks

[@kithisel]

The “EQ Swap” or “Layering” were my favorite techniques. I like how the swapping allows you to transition smoothly into a different song using the different highs/lows. I like how the layering sounds as well to form a new type of beat. Love this video! Very helpful tips!!

[@kithisel]

#wearecrossfader

[@yoshikuya]

Great video. Very helpful. I like layering.

[@bartman3390]

Helpful tutorial crossfaders! Layering is definitely my favorite and would practice on more! Thanks and cheers!

[@joyinaction]

Jamie is the best!! His clear explanations make it easy to learn. He’s my OG teacher! Thanks and keep them coming. #wearecrossfader

[@jakezastrow818]

Just got my first controller 2 days ago! I’m luck I went to college for guitar for a minute so I understand key matching well from music theory classes. I actually use classic notation because it’s what I learned. But this video showing to start the next track on the drop of the previous was very helpful. The blending and transitions are way more of an art then what people and musicians like myself have thought. Thank you for this very informative video and structuring it the way you do!

[@quietlyquivering]

Awesome tutorial #wearecrossfader ! Thanks Jamie! My favourite out of the 3 techniques demonstrated is #3. Sharing this!

[@xpider7]

2nd Technique - EQ swapping. Very good tutorial👌

[@craigchapman1761]

Jamie you're smashing it as always bro👍

[@louisb1310]

The best tip for me from the video is the layering. I love this trick and i use layering now too.

[@joeobeid8857]

Thanks for this amazing video I always use the first transition

[@sheakone]

I like the first method. Different genres require different mixing styles. Great video!

[@josephcoimbra739]

Ausome!!!! Thank you.... im going to try all of them.

[@Josh-qb6yv]

Amazing video! Layering is definitely my favourite…

[@rylander2002]

The first tip is one of the very first things I was taught by a DJ, but what he didn't tell me was what Jamie said about the EQ levels visually matching in the middle, which is important and it's a good indicator if you're mixing well. Thank you #wearecrossfader

[@amandathompson4353]

I really liked the seamless transition tips, specifically the timing reminders as to how long it should be for each eq adjustment. I would really love to see you performing these tips on a larger controller like the XZ as it would be easier to isolate what your hands are doing. Thank you for doing what you do! Cheers🍻

[@miguelromero7131]

Excited to try these

[@josecano1620]

The third tip was my favorite because I have been practicing it for about a week now. That tip is now going to help me perfect my mixing. Thank you! #wearecrossfader.

[@acidatakkk]

Great content for sure it's the layering with the bass swap !

[@DeeRMF]

Great tips! Have to try 3rd one!

[@thijmendg9787]

Layering is my favorite I learned it today by this vid and I love it

[@djkellykel3383]

If I had to choose a technique, I’d go with number one seamless blending. I enjoy this technique because it’s continuous when you’re in a mix and you don’t have to make drastic changes to a track. Appreciate this channel and all of your great content. #wearecrossfader

[@forsakensushi]

Thank you for breaking down these 3 techniques for us! I really liked EQ swapping since it feels like it gives a lot more control for picking out very specific elements from each of the songs. #wearecrossfader

[@guatemala171]

I really liked the 3rd technique, even though blending is my favorite to do I enjoy learning new things how to spice things up! Thank you! #wearecrossfader

[@djsogem]

My favorite is Technique 3 Layering. I like this technique. It sounds very nice & smoothy.

[@kevinheidt5637]

All 3 are great! #3 is my favourite because it's so subtle to the audience. Great tutorials and fun to watch! #wearecrossfader

[@edgarplnt]

the layering technique. is. just so fun to play with !! It allow a lot of creativity with vocal and others !That the reason it is my favorite #wearecrossfader

[@mateoleon3512]

I liked the EQ swaps layering part That explanation helped me understand a new way to introduce the next song:)

[@djflacoent]

Third one for sure for me. I love the technique that is uses.

[@leovallat1273]

The EQ Swap technique is definitely my favorite !

[@CSIRKEKUKAC]

I like the EQ swap and sometimes combining with layering.

[@jimiarundell]

Thanks for the tips!

[@dj_baby_yoda]

Although 1 and 2 are classics, 3 - Layering has the most fun and energy!!! Admittedly I use 2 a lot more though, as it's more forgiving. Jamie, as always, one of the best DJs teachers out there. Straightforward and clear.

[@miguelromero7131]

Nice video! Straight to the point and informative

[@LeonEdwards1976]

Tip 3. Thank you Jamie for this video, your teaching skills are awesome. #wearecrossfader

[@VIBE_MC_]

Excellent tutorials as always 🙏👍

[@henningv]

That actually helped me as a beginner...thanks!

[@edwinenriquez2743]

I find all techniques useful! I like using the layering technique a lot and it all depends on the vocals and what songs are paired together ! Nice video! Keep up the good work ! #wearecrossfader

[@wilfredolao6625]

Always watching your tutorials. I have three of your courses. love learning this skill!! I use the layering and the seamless blends most of the time still learning tips and tricks all the time. Thank you #wearecrossfader

[@awesomeangus8364]

My fav tip was how to layer, as it takes so much to get it right. The tip was how you keep one track on the bass and the other on the vocal, but you have to change the bass and remove one of the middles to allow one track to be vocal and other the song, thanks for the vid, even though it was short it was really good👍🏻

[@veelut]

i'd say the 2nd is my favorite and the 3rd was very useful information! thank you so much for this video

[@DJTHRILLER]

I’ve been using these techniques in my mixes. Good to know I’m doing it right lol I need to try the 3rd technique. Thanks for the tips!🙏❤️

[@Crossfader]

Always great to have you watching bud!

[@djholmesmusic]

Thanks for the tutorials, guys! The Third one: Layering is my favorite. I love searching for songs that mesh well together and giving new life to old tracks by layering them. #wearecrossfader

[@djsinister76]

3rd is my favorite technique been using it for years now but i do like all three as they help with different songs

[@juanchaxx]

great vid! Layering is amazing and it might take a bit more time to nail down (practice, knowing the songs you're playing perfectly, etc). And although I use eq swap and layering depending on what I'm mixing, I've been playing around with using both on the same mix, playing around with the nuances that can be achieved thru using them creatively (aside from just fading one song to the next). I'm not quite there yet, but I sure enjoy watching and learning from you guys!! #wearecrossfader

[@siyabongamahlangu3236]

Eq swapping is my favorite technique 🔥🔥🔥

[@Diffaddict]

Loved the tutorial! 3rd one’s definitely my favourite. Layering allows you to be more creative and definitely adds to the energy! #wearecrossfader

[@dja1soundscaribbeanclassic24]

I really like the number 3, it is simple to use I use it all the time.definitely the best. #wearecrossfader

[@brunocristan7047]

@@dja1soundscaribbeanclassic24 i feel like its the hardest for me, mainly cause i have a lot of vocal house i use so hard to time it unless I prepare tracks. But i like just freestyle mixing in my bedroom lol

[@darksun3003]

​@@brunocristan7047you can add q points where the vocals start and end. I normally make them a different color.

[@tillicollapse93]

Great tutorial! especially loved when he was talking about energy/pace levels in combination with input/output of the EQlevels.. I think that's perfect for creating your own mix. And also a nice addition to where you play around with 4 bars to mix the transition smoothly. #wearecrossfader

[@tommytijd5313]

When building my set I love to use the "EQ swap" technique. It allows me to keep elevating the energie during the set. During a downpart of the set I intent to use the "seamless blend" to match the lower energie level en give the audience moment before you give them another energie buildup. Awesome video, keep it up #wearecrossfader

[@badermienhoff773]

gonna fo the course,, great content

[@sakibhassan6587]

I love the third one cause as you mentioned one can be creative with the layering. Keep up the good work #wearecrossfader

[@Drizzle000]

What a tutorial! Packed with useful information from mixing in key, cueing tracks, phrases and so much more. I love house music and like to keep the people moving so always want high energy; definitely technique #3 was my favourite however #2 and #1 all have there place in a mix. #wearecrossfader

[@Nogui_Aramburo]

Great one video little brother. These techniques are great.

[@thomas-jay5790]

Just started practicing DJing recently and these tips really help. My favourite was probably number 2 as I feel like it will help keep the energy up. Thank you for your content and help. #wearecrossfader

[@stuartpilkington6929]

Thanks for the tutorial. I like to use all three techniques, but mainly a mixture of seamless and bass swapping. I love it when the new bassline kicks in. Such a good feeling. #wearecrossfader.