Learnings, Insights and Tips on Speakers, Subs and DJing
Disclosure: Some product links in this guide may be affiliate links. If you buy through them, Starting to DJ may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend gear that makes sense for the topic, not just whatever pays the most. People are always asking me which USB drives to … Read more
Quick 2026 export update: Rekordbox USB export now has an extra wrinkle: newer supported players may use OneLibrary alongside the traditional Device Library. Rekordbox says OneLibrary stores essential performance data such as playlists, cue points, and beatgrids, and some newer equipment needs it to browse exported USB devices properly. Check the official rekordbox USB Export … Read more
Quick workflow note (2026 update): Preparing tracks in rekordbox is still mostly about clean beatgrids, cue points, loops, playlists, and export checks. The newer layer is STEMS: rekordbox can separate a track into vocal, drums, bass, and instrument parts, but STEMS are best tested before a live set rather than trusted blindly. For more on … Read more
I recently talked to a friend who’s a software engineer, and he told me that it blows his mind how Rekordbox has so many problems, given how dominant they are in the space. We both think it would be more productive to slow down development and deliver more quality software. Or make it beta, so … Read more