The Top Serato DJ Settings You’ll Want to Enable for Mixing and Scratching

[@djsmellnloud7246]

bro i been djaying for 15 plus years nd i swear every one of your videos i pick up some sauce....from one vet to another you the truth my boy......

[@DJLiftOFF]

Much appreciate you bro, fr 🙏🏾💯💯

[@DJAY-DUBZOFFICIAL]

I didn't even think about the latency thing. The moment I changed it from 5 to 2. I could immediately hear a drastic change in my scratches. so much cleaner and definitely helps me improve my skills.

[@DJLiftOFF]

Yessir, definitely makes a huge difference. Glad it helped 💪🏾

[@stillinmusic]

Thanks for the explanation! Recently started using Serato. Helps a lot!

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@Kletus35]

This video is very helpful, especially the Playback Keys Use Shift. Me and two of my Dj friends experience hit the Q or A during a party. The song went in reverse and threw off everything. Thanks for the tip.

[@DJLiftOFF]

More than welcome! And yup, I did that one too many times and finally figured out you can add the shift key!

[@DaKlubHK]

Dope video bro. Thank you 🔥. I protect my library so my clumsy ass doesn't erase music. I did it one time and I thought I was going to die🤣🤣🤣

[@DJLiftOFF]

Bruhhh I know the feeling 😂😂. Stress ain’t even the word.

[@KatazuiOfficial]

These are perfect tips for those hoping from the box to the decks!

[@shivaarjoonsingh8334]

Thank you MaN, these help a lot. Can you touch on QUANTIZE in a video.

[@DJLiftOFF]

I know what quantizing is, but haven’t looked in to much in regards to serato. Will definitely look in to! Thanks 🙏🏾

[@djchill-219nation5]

Good stuff LiftOFF. All of your videos have been very helpful and I appreciate you and your hard work

[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate you man for the support!! You’re more than welcome 🙏🏾

[@ekow2100]

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[@DJLiftOFF]

Much love man!! 🇬🇭

[@allandenola5968]

hey DJay - Thank You you so much for this video - I have been using smart sync and it is so frustrating at times . I'll try your way as it seems to work great as shown here. ( also I never put maintain sync on track load on and now I am trying that also . very great video -Peace!

[@jamal_ka]

Installed, everything works, thanks!

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@jinkenz6459]

To consider also? Lock Playback Deck - disable accidentally loading/cueing onto a playing deck. Reset Played Tracks on Exit -> there is not all blues the next time you load, trying to figure out if you already played a track.

[@DJLiftOFF]

Yes, great addition!! 💯

[@ncdronephotography9910]

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[@ninolove809]

i loved the video 👍 But you didn't do a video on how to set your cross fader for scraching to the left to the right some mixser have two cross faders🙏🙏🙏

[@ricoatunrojo]

Why can’t I set my crossfader curve to fast?? Thanks! Great video

[@DJLiftOFF]

You’re welcome! What controller/hardware are you using??

[@marcjelks]

Thank You that helped alot.. I have a DDJ-FLEX6 controller do you have any tips

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾🙏🏾 I don’t have any immediate tips but I’m going to pick up a controller soon and start making more videos with controllers to hopefully be more helpful.

[@Dubzarella]

Great video thanks for sharing your knowledge It looks like you have more settings available in serato DJ Pro software than I do ..can I ask do you subscribe to a serato package is this why I'm missing some settings..?.thanks

[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate you! Are you using serato pro? I also may have different settings based on my mixer depending on which settings you’re referring to

[@ES-zi2xv]

I love this channel keep doing your thing.

[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate the support 🙏🏾

[@ericcox4448]

Great info. I would love to see some of the basic or other things from you. Thanks !!!

[@DJLiftOFF]

Let me know what you wanna see 🙏🏾

[@KINGWURLD2023]

U are in fact the O.G.

[@raheembrevard2979]

I like to see to more to DJ but got good idea of how to blend music and a song for music from being around a lot of know DJ always wanted to do it so now I trying to learn a lot things this video was very helpful some of the setting I had like u but you gave me info on what and why they like that I just was asking myself today if I had to change something

[@tyriecarter9549]

i appreciate this bro

[@DJLiftOFF]

Welcome G 🙏🏾

[@yohaneswiranata9563]

Thank you 🙏. Next how to setting recording

[@DPHOUSE67]

Good video. You are one of the only DJs to admit to and encourage the use of the sync button.

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾 thanks. There are definitely times it’s useful and I honestly think it’s silly to not use it for prideful reasons. I do also think it’s imperative to know how to DJ without sync, and understand how to manually beat match, but sync has its benefits for sure.

[@DPHOUSE67]

@@DJLiftOFF I’ve been DJing since the 80s with vinyl. And I know how to beat match. However, with today’s technology, the software analyzes the songs for bpm and other things, but when trying to find a song with the same bpm, I dont understand trying to beat match by ear, when the bpm is right there. Phrasing, counting beats are the other piece one needs to know. But I happily use sync and the only thing I worry about and try to get right is phrasing and shjt like that. I use the technology. Some of these proper DJs try to pick and choose what people should and shouldn’t do.

[@hassandjhaboogiespin4550]

Always good info…u provides….appreciates u bro

[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate your continued support bro 🙏🏾

[@djeasycdjcollectiveuk7104]

Wicked video,I'd live to know more about bit grid displays

[@DJLiftOFF]

Definitely going to do a beat grid video sooner than later.

[@J-God_1999]

Great video and very helpful. You said the crossfader should be on FAST if you are scratching but what if you are mixing and blending too would be ok to still have it on FAST?

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾🙏🏾 Fast for scratching! If you’re mixing with the crossfader, fast isn’t a good option! But I don’t recommend mixing with the crossfader. Hope that answers your question!

[@J-God_1999]

@@DJLiftOFF Yes thanks bro. I should mix/blend with the upfaders not the crossfader right?

[@DJLiftOFF]

@@J-God_1999 yessir, exactly!

[@J-God_1999]

@@DJLiftOFF Got it. I just tested it, much smoother mixing with the upfaders.

[@DJLiftOFF]

@@J-God_1999 most definitely!

[@Thiago-qd5br]

Thank you for this! Super cool video! A+++

[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate you! And welcome 🙏🏾

[@jkouga01]

I have a question, is there a setting like CDJs that we can scratch or use a hotcue and the music will continue to play without actually jumping back to that point in the track?

[@stephenhernandez4403]

Awesome video thank you so much you are a big help Truck Driver from Southern California USA🚛🚛

[@michaelcoleman8203]

DJ lift off this is good info my friend keep up the good work

[@DJLiftOFF]

Will do, thanks for the support 🙏🏾

[@michaelcoleman8203]

@@DJLiftOFF I'm just saying if a DJ can't mix two records together scratching isn't all DJing is about people don't like a lot of scratching

[@DJLiftOFF]

@@michaelcoleman8203 there’s extremely true. More often not, people want minimal scratching. I think it’s just one of those things that are super dope to understand how to do, and when you “want” to incorporate it, you can. Or if you wanna join competitions, etc.

[@DJenzo636]

Subbed off the first tip good lookin out

[@JDJDJD1031]

This was so helpful!! Thank you

[@DJLiftOFF]

Love to hear it, welcome 🙏🏾

[@midwestNOXCTV]

Helpful as hell. Thank you my G

[@DJLiftOFF]

More than welcome 🙏🏾

[@ricky2219]

yo bro, really thankya. Big respect

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@alejotobonp]

hanks lot Sir.. You helping us..

[@DJLiftOFF]

Love to hear it 🙏🏾

[@DJJordanLee]

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[@DJLiftOFF]

Ahaha that is a fact! 💯💯

[@adiyuliyanto8299]

Thank you, it works perfect!

[@DJLiftOFF]

Dope, love to hear it 🙌🏾

[@machouseproduction8210]

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[@DJLiftOFF]

Appreciate you 🙏🏾 yessir!

[@mikebeats7448]

Definitely was able to implement your Serato suggestions/knowledge onto my Serato settings. Thank you Lift Off, great video👍 -MB

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾🙏🏾 thanks for watching!

[@Miles_ug]

Am also having the same laptop as yours thanks man you are a life saver for real

[@DJLiftOFF]

Dope! And thanks for watching 🙏🏾

[@rigby48.]

thanks a lot!!! so nice reverb

[@DJLiftOFF]

More than welcome 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@antwanmarshall8543]

Thanks bro I'm just getting my feet wet with being a DJ your tips are very helpful, especially since I'm using Serato 👍🏿

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@M12k47]

Hi any tips on why serato dj pro takes too long to open with iTunes library please help

[@DJLiftOFF]

Yo. Sorry, no tips there. That happens to me sometimes as well unfortunately.

[@cakiyan5717]

Respect to your good work, thanks a lot

[@DJLiftOFF]

More than welcome!! 🙏🏾

[@sabiprinceyp1814]

I have a question 🙋‍♂️ how can I clean up collection from my serato dj pro it’s stressing 😩 please 🙏🏾 someone help me here

[@cheapshotfishing9239]

Thanks for this bro, I will say the thing I came looking for wasn't covered; I've moved to Serato from using mixxx, pretty powerful open source software that is super customizable. One thing I'm finding is that while in mixxx I have a wide tempo range from the slider due to my settings, but in Serato I can't adjust tempo without syncing more than a few bpm. Any thoughts on how to fix this or is it hardware dependant?

[@DJLiftOFF]

No doubt man! Not 100% if understand the last part of this message which includes your question. Can you please rephrase it for me, I definitely wanna help!

[@dj-jrs]

Dope logo!

[@DJLiftOFF]

Thank you!!

[@Damuj23]

Hey man I appreciate all the tips…but quick question. How do you get to the Mixer section so I can adjust my cross fader. I’ve been looking and I cannot find it. Thanks

[@DJLiftOFF]

When you’re looking, is your controller plugged in? It should be right in settings, and in the “mixer” section if you’re controller is plugged in. What hardware are you using?

[@streamkarm1038]

Ok so apparently the cross fader setting in Sherato will not move with the djm s11 mixer

[@DJLiftOFF]

@@streamkarm1038 when you adjust the setting on the actual S11, it should automatically adjust within serato as well. At least that’s what I believe my S9 does.

[@georgewainaina9994]

hi dj liftoff id wish to see the exact serato settings on that pioneer s9 mixer pls ands not on the software and how to do it coz i cant on mine pls

[@DJLiftOFF]

Got you, you have a S9?

[@t9xlive106]

How come when I go into the settings tab, I don't have the "MIXER" tab? it just is not there for me? Even with my DDJ-REV1 connected?

[@DJLiftOFF]

Hmm, that’s a good question. I would think it should appear even with the Rev1. Did you ever get that solved? Or does it not have those extended settings with the Rev1?

[@t9xlive106]

@@DJLiftOFF turns out I just didn't have serato pro active, when u pay for it those settings come up

[@DJLiftOFF]

@@t9xlive106 ahhh didn’t think of that, thanks.

[@thedjcluez]

Can you see clearly with 'hi-res screen display' turned off? My library jus look like a big blur with it off but then serato lags with it on.

[@DJLiftOFF]

My screen is fine high res off, never had a problem with it!

[@nicksboi]

am I the only one who noticed how quickly your battery is going down LOL

[@DJLiftOFF]

😂😭 I wasn’t paying attention at all

[@HarryHoltz]

What do I do if Serato DJ Pro won't let me adjust the crossfader curve?

[@DJLiftOFF]

There’s a good chance that if serato is blocking it, then you can adjust it on your mixer/controller

[@Miles_ug]

I have this question. Is it necessary for the laptop to be heating when mixing videos on serato? Coz mine is heating tho not so much

[@DJLiftOFF]

To be “heating”.. I’m not sure if I understand what you mean by “heating”.

[@Miles_ug]

Like the temperature of the laptop tends to get a lil bit high….and fan make some noise. Is it normal ?

[@raffajazz]

Hi how can do cue mix? thank

[@chopzncutz]

The serato wont let me adjust crossfader on the serato. I have that capability on my mixer but my chirp is not coming out as good compared to chirping without Serato

[@DJLiftOFF]

I think it’s usually better when you have the ability to control it on your mixer!

[@Digital010]

Good explanation 👍🏼

[@djkishhmixtrender6402]

Appreciate that so much

[@DJLiftOFF]

You’re more than welcome 🙏🏾

[@wirelessg2010]

Thanks again brother!

[@fosta11]

Great job

[@djmaster1110]

Bro how up should be the cut in on the newer serato

[@DJLiftOFF]

Always the same. Cut should always be set to the fastest possible or all the way to the right for scratching!

[@djmaster1110]

Thank you 🎉

[@miftakhulfirdauz3497]

GOD!!!My broo

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾🙏🏾 glad I could help!

[@HardCoreAfrican]

Good day guys. I have problem with serato dj and would need a solution if anyone has got same problem in the past. I’m currently having pop up sounds while playing with my ddj sx3. Sometimes it’s as loud as a gun shot. I also have scratchlive which i tried,with same PA settings and didn’t have same issues. I was using ddj sr and also had same problem. Could this be a problem with my serato dj pro setting? Someone should please reply me asap. Thanks

[@wakeupemprende]

i love u so much bro, thanks very much

[@DJLiftOFF]

You are more than welcome!! 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@Johnnybang916_]

Thank you 🙏

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[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@maxglitchyt6029]

Respect ♥

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@dj_solly3761]

4:40 why do u thing there is edit grid

[@DJLiftOFF]

I don’t always edit my grids because I’m too lazy ahah. I can see the track and mentally, I know where the grid is supposed to be.

[@thahiphopdoc]

Very helpful. Thanks bro 🙏🏽

[@gman4458]

Why is my tidal play list greyed out and it won’t let me load any songs can someone help me with this

[@DJLiftOFF]

I’m not sure on that one! Hoping you got it figured out.

[@justjosephakol3358]

thanks alot

[@DJLiftOFF]

You’re more than welcome!

[@rickdopest5441]

Very helpful

[@ramiscera4u]

Works well!! DANKEEE

[@DJLiftOFF]

💯 dopee!

[@patrickybona3086]

thank you somuch

[@DJLiftOFF]

More than welcome!! 🙏🏾

[@djjuanqui2426]

Hi, can you tell me how do i get the sampler effects?

[@DJLiftOFF]

Are you looking to download effects?

[@djjuanqui2426]

@@DJLiftOFF yes

[@omadblackstar2151]

You are the best

[@DJLiftOFF]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@NinSevenTea]

Something weird I find with the twelves is that if there isnt any start time and you start the deck while holding the plater, the song plays for a bit and then cuts off. So I have actually have a small amount of start time to prevent that

[@hiphopsuperman]

That happens with every motorized platter. Happens on my NS7III, happens on the REV7 as well. Not sure why…

[@DJLiftOFF]

Very interesting. I’ve never tried doing that but I wonder why motorized platters do that 🤔

[@hiphopsuperman]

@@DJLiftOFF I actually found out the answer to this. This is actually a Serato feature, not a bug. Motorized platters, like turntables, have a short “wind-up” before reaching full speed. Serato realized they could have instant start up (with no wind-up) if they program the software to ignore the motorized platter getting up to speed. The problem is that it takes the software a fraction of a second to know whether the platter is just getting up to speed, or if it’s being held still. That’s the short sound you hear. To overcome this, go in the Serato settings and turn “start-up time” just slightly up from instant start.

[@spidertimi]

Thanks for the Tips. Awesome 👍

[@actionmpande260]

How do I get serato for free with all controllers?

[@DJLiftOFF]

Not sure I understand what you mean!

[@tyriecarter9549]

i’m trying to learn how to scratch like go in lol

[@DJLiftOFF]

Let’s get it 💪🏾 tons of videos to get started on KZbin!

[@rolstonlacaille6969]

Hey! I am trying to move the cross fader curve on fast and its not moving how to fix problem..i am using a rane 61 mixer

[@DJLiftOFF]

It’s not moving on the software??

[@jrbailey8199]

Universal

[@numfodifodi2344]

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[@justamediumdeal5828]

2 decimal... learned

[@DJLiftOFF]

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[@lolocaust4967]

Learn the music, learn the tempos, learn to mix. Stop using software to do it all for you.

[@DJLiftOFF]

That’s definitely one way to do it

[@lolocaust4967]

@@DJLiftOFF It''s the best way. Nothing against the software. But if you know how the music you play is constructed and you have a solid understanding of how mixing works. Then anything you do after that will be so much easier. Too many people buy loads of expensive hardware and have no clue what to do with it and think that the software can solve it all.

[@dj_jx]

Without controller this soft is shit. Try Traktor Pro last version, jaw dropping software. I always said this, The best controllers under the sun is Pioneer, but the best Dj software is Traktor pro. No offence Serato, but you have alot to learn and implement. The funny thing is, Traktor has the best software and the worst Dj controller. Shame really. Before you start writing angry replays i will tell you this. I been Dj since 1989 year, long before some "pro" dj's were even born, i know what im talking about. It's easy these days. Any 13 year old can be a "pro" DJ. With this technique that is on the market. Rarely are those who use their ear and musical gift if they have it. Back in the day, if you didn't have talent and an ear, you didn't become a DJ. Today, any 13-year-old can become one.

[@arvindnadar1280]

yo bro, really thankya. Big respect

[@DJLiftOFF]

You’re more than welcome ✊🏾

[@rodrysteam633]

hanks lot Sir.. You helping us..

[@DJLiftOFF]

Glad I could help man!