Serato DJs are Switching to Rekordbox - Tips For The Transition

[@MixMasterG]

Great video! I'm the developer of the DJ Conversion Utilty (DJCU) and if you got any questions about converting from Serato to Rekordbox feel free to ask.

[@PDot]

Thank you so much for all your work on DJCU! I recommend this tool to anyone asking me about making the switch!

[@MixMasterG]

@@PDot Thank you my friend, very much appreciated!

[@lanceliquidgrey2447]

Any plans for a PC version? I've been researching and DJCU seems like the best option except that I'm on PC

[@MixMasterG]

@@lanceliquidgrey2447 One of the questions I'm frequently asked is, "Will there ever be a Windows version of my tools?" To be completely candid, the answer is a firm "no." This decision isn't motivated by any operating system preferences; it's a much simpler matter. The majority of support inquiries I receive are related to the operating system rather than the application itself. Unfortunately, my knowledge of Windows is limited compared to my expertise in supporting macOS. While I recognize that making my tools available on Windows could benefit many artists and potentially increase revenue, I've had to make a choice due to my resource constraints. I've chosen to prioritize maintaining a strong reputation for going the extra mile to support users of my tools, and I simply can't provide that level of support on the Windows platform.

[@MixMasterG]

@@lanceliquidgrey2447 One of the questions I'm frequently asked is, "Will there ever be a Windows version of my tools?" To be completely candid, the answer is a firm "no." This decision isn't motivated by any operating system preferences; it's a much simpler matter. The majority of support inquiries I receive are related to the operating system rather than the application itself. Unfortunately, my knowledge of Windows is limited compared to my expertise in supporting macOS. While I recognize that making my tools available on Windows could benefit many artists and potentially increase revenue, I've had to make a choice due to my resource constraints. I've chosen to prioritize maintaining a strong reputation for going the extra mile to support users of my tools, and I simply can't provide that level of support on the Windows platform.

[@DjTecniq]

No matter how bad Serato gets I will never switch to Rekordbox. Stems are so much fun and Serato did it best so far.

[@PDot]

I too will be a Serato user for life! I built my DJ career on their software, but I’m also always looking for new tools to add to my toolbox!

[@marktwyman6412]

For daytime pool gigs and shorter sets where there's little room for musical twists & turns the usb/rekordbox route might seem like an adequate solution. However for DJs like myself that play different venues that cater to varying vibes and musical tastes, I question how agile one can be on usb sticks to meet the needs of a given crowd in real time. Like you said, the search functionality is pretty limited and the workflow forces you to have to condense your playlist to the essentials. In my opinion, I get the sense a lot of folks are making the switch simply because it's less baggage to bring to a gig and it's more aesthetically pleasing to not rock a laptop during your set.

[@BuddyBakhuijsen]

As a vinyl / dvs open format dj I switched from Rekordbox to Serato. STEMS are much better also. If you prefer CDJs or controllers without moving platters Rekordbox could be a go to for you. 🙂

[@PDot]

I definitely feel like I can do MORE with Serato, but the ease of pulling up to a gig without needing to bring a DJ bag is nice for some gigs!

[@SPINNINGMYWHEELS777]

slower, broken down playlists, sub folders, USB sticks, re-converting everything - wow you really sold me bro 😅 I'll stick to thunderbolt instant access to my redundant libraries ready to go and my real vinyl .

[@EMBEEclassic]

I hate Rekordbox. Exporting to USB takes like a while day... But I still might switch to Rekordbox because no clubs in Europe have Serato mixers any more. Turntables are also getting rare.

[@flipdabeatz3578]

I got those USBs ready! Never know when you might rock a set out of the blue on CDJs.

[@PDot]

Always nice to have, and doesn't take up a lot of room!

[@tattkingeli3306]

Thanks 👍🏾

[@PDot]

Happy to help!

[@kanuke]

What’s interesting is that Pioneer developed rekordbox. Serato still hailed king of software. Then pioneer bought Serato. Serato is still better imo.

[@PDot]

It depends on how you look at it. Rekordbox was originally developed as a software to put music on usb flash drives, not to DJ in. That did not come until years later. So if you look at it based on the primary use of the software, it's hard to say which is better. They both do their job well but they are completely different.

[@PacManShift6c]

Agreed, Rekordbox is so unintuitive at times the amount of hula hoops it makes you jump through just to play a damn track is frustrating. Just today i was practising a set for a gig and it completely ballsed up the beatgrid on a track that plays perfectly fine through Serato. Good thing i had the chance to find this out before i embarrased myself at the club, had to manually fix it but why is my question? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@DJL1NK]

Is it not subscription only and serato is a one time few?

[@PDot]

Rekordbox only needs the paid subscription to use “performance mode”, which is using Rekordbox on your computer. If you are using Rekordbox with usb flash drives, you do not need the subscription. You can use the free version.

[@isaacsmitham]

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[@shadeamarshall4709]

Serato just need be an do better wit the software they doing all these up dates it still takes forever to load up b freeze on shut down

[@PDot]

It feels like the jump to the Apple M chips drew a hard line. If you are on a computer before those processors, the latest Serato does not nearly as well. But luckily the older versions of Serato work great on those older machines.

[@andrewvanw]

serato does not show track time after analysis

[@andnegr]

Very good suggestions!

[@PDot]

Thank you for watching!

[@bboymac84]

So explain to me how CDJs are industry standard? 🤦🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@UONeal]

They are in almost every nightclub and festival around the world. It's what most DJ's expect when they show up to a gig. Same as Technics 1200's were the industry standard when most DJs were playing vinyl.

[@bboymac84]

@@UONeal what I mean is they are such a flawed product.

[@kanuke]

@@bboymac84 Honest question, how are they flawed? What other manufacturer makes a better dj controller or cdj?

[@bboymac84]

@@kanuke no gated cue points. The play button is broken at most clubs, no WiFi streaming services, no stems! Denon is far superior!!!

[@PDot]

I think more than anything because Pioneer DJ was the first cd player to get mass acceptance in the DJ community, they became the standard. Once they implemented DJing off USBs and having an accompanying software that was almost necessary, they REALLY became the standard it many clubs/festivals around the world.