The djay Conversion Utility (DCU) will convert cue points and beatgrids set in Native Instrument's Traktor or Serato DJ to Algoriddim's djay. The utility will generate a file that can be used with all versions of the djay app (both pro and 2) the converted file can be used on both iOS and MacOS.
The utility is a side companion to Rekord Buddy 2 by Next Audio.
Rekord Buddy 2 is required (or a rekordbox.xml file with valid cue points and beatgrids).
There is no user interface other then a dialog box when the utility can't find the rekordbox.xml file in the expected location.
If djay pro for MacOS is installed, DCU can install the converted file in the proper location automatically.
You can chose to create a playlist in iTunes holding all tracks that have converted cue points. This option is very convenient for users of djay on an iOS device. It will take the guess work out of synchronization and make sure the tracks on the iOS device are the ones with converted cue points.
DCU works from MacOS 10.6.8 upto the latest version (64 bits) incl. MacOS Sierra
DCU is only US$ 4.99 and can be bought at
sellfy.com
The utility is a side companion to Rekord Buddy 2 by Next Audio.
Rekord Buddy 2 is required (or a rekordbox.xml file with valid cue points and beatgrids).
There is no user interface other then a dialog box when the utility can't find the rekordbox.xml file in the expected location.
If djay pro for MacOS is installed, DCU can install the converted file in the proper location automatically.
You can chose to create a playlist in iTunes holding all tracks that have converted cue points. This option is very convenient for users of djay on an iOS device. It will take the guess work out of synchronization and make sure the tracks on the iOS device are the ones with converted cue points.
DCU works from MacOS 10.6.8 upto the latest version (64 bits) incl. MacOS Sierra
DCU is only US$ 4.99 and can be bought at
sellfy.com
We take cue points for granted these days but it wasn't always this easy to simply load your song to the first cue point in under a second. The intuitive layout and available options make Serato DJ Pro a very attractive option to use over other options when it comes to using cues.
Read below as I walk you through how I personally make the most of using cue points in Serato DJ Pro.
On The Downbeat
How To Set Cue Points In Djay For Mac
By far the most common use for a cue point. Setting the first cue slot to the first beat of the song. This allows you to quickly jump straight to the point where you'll drop the track.
Ensure to turn on 'Load From First Cue Point' in the SETUP menu for maximum efficiency.
Alternative Intros
First Hot Cue. The first Hot Cue set on a track should be the first beat of the track. Typically all songs will have a few bars of music at the beginning of the song. Most DJ’s belong to DJ Pools for obtaining their music which is great, a big reason why is because of the extended intro/outro’s they add to tracks.
You may have a secondary way of bringing in the song, it could be a vocal introduction you want to incorporate or maybe it's a drum roll you want to scratch in before the beat drops.
Where The Vocals Come In
Setting a cue point on when the vocals come in(verse or chorus)serves 2 purposes. Firstly, you may want to skip the intro to drop the track without mixing it in. Secondly, it can serve as a handy visual cue to assist with knowing when to fade out of the previous playing track's vocals to avoid clashing.
Mix Out Points
Not so much used for triggering but for giving you a visual reference. Set these cue points throughout your song on your favoured spots to mix out of. In addition to using the coloured marker for a visual aid, you can use the cue point's time stamp to notify you of the time remaining before mixing.
You can also change each cue points colour, if you wish to arrange by a colour-code.
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