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• Aaron Makes A Playlist

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Innovation Spotlight: DJ.Studio 3.2 Just Went Next Level—Crate Hackers Now Along for the Ride

If you’ve ever wanted a smarter, smoother, and downright more enjoyable way to prep your sets, say hello to DJ.Studio 3.2 (aka DJ.Studio Next). This isn’t just a few tweaks and a darker UI. We’re talking an all-new audio engine, massive upgrades to beat gridding, and a new integration with—you guessed it—Crate Hackers.

That’s right. This update is serving serious workflow magic, and mobile/wedding DJs in particular are going to want in.

Key Features & Upgrades

• Brand-New Audio Engine: Rebuilt from scratch over 8 months. It’s now faster, more stable, and makes everything from track loading to stem manipulation smoother than ever.

• Massively Improved Beat Gridding: Edit individual beats without shifting your entire grid. Make micro-adjustments without wrecking your mix. Set downbeats like a boss. It’s surgical, precise, and finally not a pain.

• Stem Automation & Snapping: Add and automate stems directly in the timeline, with snapping to transitions and markers that actually work the way you think they should. Rounded corners and dimmed colors make for a cleaner editing experience too.

• Phrase Detection (No Rekordbox Required): DJ.Studio can now auto-generate phrases from any track—including local files and streaming previews. Perfect for radio edits and smarter transitions.

• Preview & Shop Integration with Beatport + Beatsource: Audition tracks via 90-second previews, add them to your mix, and buy only what actually fits. Plus, if you already own the track? DJ.Studio swaps in the full version automatically.

Why the Crate Hackers Integration Matters

If you’re a mobile or wedding DJ who spends hours digging for the right vibe, this is your glow-up moment. With Crate Hackers now built right into DJ.Studio:

• Browse and preview curated crates like “2000s Hip-Hop Essentials” or “Modern Wedding Bangers”

• Instantly convert them into Beatport or Beatsource tracks

• Mix and audition them right in your project—before buying a single track

It’s playlist curation on steroids, and it lives directly inside your DAW-like DJ editor.

What Does It Mean for DJs?

• Faster prep = more time mixing (or sleeping)

• Cleaner timelines = less visual chaos mid-edit

• Crate Hackers in your workflow = better crates, faster sets, happier crowds

• Less gear flipping = more creative control in one place

The Big Picture

DJ.Studio 3.2 isn’t just a version bump—it’s a vision. With production-level tools, pro-level integrations, and actual thought behind every feature, it’s redefining what DJ prep looks like.

And with Crate Hackers now along for the ride? You’re not just making playlists. You’re crafting killer sets with curated insight, faster than ever.

👉 Explore DJ.Studio 3.2 and see what’s cooking

👉 Learn more about Crate Hackers and why thousands of DJs swear by it.

Insta360 X5 – The Low-Light Hero DJs Have Been Waiting For

If you’re a DJ or event pro who’s ever muttered “why does this look like potato footage?” after reviewing your set recap, the Insta360 X5 might just be your new favorite piece of gear. Yes, it’s finally here—and it might solve one of the biggest gripes creators had with its predecessor: low-light performance.

Whether you’re spinning at a candlelit wedding, a dimly lit club, or a rooftop afterparty, the X5 is built to actually capture what the vibe felt like, not just what the sensor could guess in the dark.

Key Upgrades DJs Will Appreciate

• 1/1.28” Sensor – Bigger & Brighter: This new sensor captures 133% more light than the X3, meaning your nighttime sets will no longer look like they were shot on a toaster.

• PureVideo Mode: Insta360 brought in the AI cavalry here—noise reduction, sharpness boosting, and HDR optimization work together to make your low-light footage look like a cinematic highlight reel, not a security cam feed.

• 8K 360° Video Recording: Whether you’re posting clips or letting fans re-experience your set in immersive 360°, this resolution lets you zoom in, crop, and still keep things sharp.

• FlowState Stabilization + 360° Horizon Lock: Go ahead—dance behind the booth, spin with your camera, or mount it on your lighting truss. Your footage stays smooth, no gimbal needed.

• Swappable Lenses = Stress-Free Gear Bag: Knocked it off your tripod? No sweat. The X5 lets you swap the lens yourself—no expensive repairs or creative cursing required.

• 2400mAh Battery + Fast Charging: Record up to 185 minutes and get back in action faster. Because let’s be real—you’re not just capturing a moment, you’re documenting the whole night.

Why It Matters for DJs

• We’re Always Filming Something: Set recaps, behind-the-scenes, content for clients, stories for socials—and the Insta360 X5 gives you one camera that does it all.

• Lighting Isn’t Always in Your Control: Wedding venues love “romantic ambiance,” aka “good luck filming anything.” This camera finally handles that without turning your footage into pixel soup.

• Futureproof Your Content: 8K and full 360° means you’re ready for VR clips, immersive promos, and editing flexibility—all with a single tap.

The Big Picture

The Insta360 X5 is a massive upgrade, not just for 360 enthusiasts, but for DJs and creators who are tired of juggling cameras and explaining away bad footage with “eh, the lighting sucked.”

Now, you’ve got a tool that doesn’t just keep up with your gigs—it actually makes them look as epic as they felt.

👉 Check out the Insta360 X5 and finally get footage that looks like your music sounds.

In our last poll we asked How Are You Using YouTube Shorts as a DJ? 75% responded: “Wait… DJs are supposed to be on YouTube Shorts now?”

Creating the ultimate DJ playlist isn’t just about throwing together bangers—it’s an art form. In this fast-paced (and occasionally hilarious) walkthrough, Aaron Traylor challenges himself to craft the perfect setlist in under five minutes. The video covers everything from theme selection and BPM flow to reading the crowd and avoiding the dreaded “Serato Face.”

Whether you’re just getting started or have rocked hundreds of events, this one’s packed with smart, practical advice—including:

• How to build playlists around themes that actually work

• Why energy flow matters more than stacking hits

• Tips for reading the room without staring at your laptop all night

• Why varying tempo is the real secret sauce

• Tools like Magic Playlist and Crate Hackers to help speed up the process

  👉 Watch now and level up your crate game! 
   
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