Serato’s entry software, Serato Intro, has changed name to Serato Lite and will give you the possibility to try it without any license or any controller either, which is pretty sweet. While the UI has been revised a bit they’ve optimized it for for high resolution displays as well (good foor all retina and 4k peeps). The Serato Studio beta is open once again, introducing a raft of highly-requested features to the beatmaking software including Master Track Waveform. Practice mode allows you to mix two tracks with no hardware needed at all, making it a whole lot easier to get the grip of the fine arts of DJ:ing on the go (or before buying a controller just to see). ![]() What’s new is that they reset the trial period, so if you tried it before and want to have a go again you’re all set to do so, added 64-bit support (better performance and no limit on library size) AND they’ve added a new mode called Practice Mode (ta-daaa!). So, basically, Serato DJ Pro is a free update if you already got a Serato DJ license – all supported hardware will still work and so will your existing expansion packs. ![]() Check back here for more news on the full release from Serato.Īre you happy with the new features in the public beta? Let us know in the comments below.Serato has changed the name of their flagship DJ software, going from simply Serato DJ to Serato DJ Pro. For more details or to download the beta, head over to Serato’s website. The update includes batch analyzing, a download progress indicator, and the ability to create and edit SoundCloud playlists within Serato DJ Pro.ĭJs, keep in mind that Serato DJ Pro 2.2 is still in public beta and using it for gigs in this stage is probably not a good idea. Then again, software creators dont tend to fundamentally change what their programs are. Streaming from SoundCloud and TIDAL within Serato DJ Pro will see improvements in version 2.2 as well. Software updates dont tend to throw DJs and producers into a fit. Waveform ImprovementsĭJs will see smoother, better-performing waveforms in Serato DJ Pro with this improvement. This will increase the level of stability and performance in Serato Video. VJs get something to cheer about with the update as it includes support for 64-bit video for Mac users. Here is a breakdown of the rest of the new features added in the Serato DJ Pro 2.2 beta: 64-bit video for Mac We also think this feature is great because it will make it easier to clean up your crates and get rid of tracks you never play. Having this new Play Count feature to keep a tally of each time you play either locally stored and streamed tracks is a game changer. Until now, there hasn’t been a way to keep track of how many times a song was previously played in Serato DJ Pro. Although DJs have since found workarounds, having this feature exist natively in the software is a welcomed addition.Īnother new feature included in the beta that DJs have always wanted is Play Count. This feature existed back in the Serato ITCH days but never made it to Scratch Live or Serato DJ Pro. ![]() Keep reading for more.įor DJs who play outdoor gigs, day parties, and festivals, the new Day Mode feature will make it easier to see your screen display under bright conditions. The update also adds waveform improvements, SoundCloud and TIDAL streaming updates, and support for 64-bit video for Mac users. Huge news from Serato this week as the company announced the public beta of Serato DJ Pro 2.2 with two long-awaited features: Day Mode and Play Count.
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