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Native Sessions: Rafik and Unkut talk turntablism

Time for some more Native Sessions courtesy of NI. This time, Rafik and Unkut take to the stage to deliver some history and performance.

Are you still using Serato Scratch Live? Tell us why

Despite being discontinued software with an established replacement, some DJs steadfastly continue to use use Serato Scratch Live. Tell us why.

16 rpm — the forgotten vinyl speed

Vinyl comes in all speeds and sizes, and while the numbers 7, 10, 12, 33, 45, and 78 are still popular, what about 16? Do you remember it? I do vaguely.

VIDEO: Jon1st on the Rane Sixty-Four in Ray’s new space

Jon1st visits DJWORX Europe, AKA Ray's new space in Warsaw, and throws down on the Rane Sixty-Four. Enjoy!

TRY THIS: Label your plugs and power supplies

Ever pulled out the wrong plug? Or simply have no idea what it's for? Yeah me too. Try this — labelling up your plugs may seem basic, but it's a lifesaver.

RANDOM IDEA: Jog wheel “360 mode”

33 and 45rpm are absolutely necessary for turntables. But what if we thought outside those for controllers? What if one jog wheel rotation was four beats?

How DJ gear is made — the definitive guide

You think making DJ gear is easy? Check out this definitive guide from Craig Reeves, that covers each step from initial idea to getting into your hands.

#TBT: What 20,000 tracks looks like

Do you feel that you can never have enough music? Let's #TBT an article I wrote a good few years back to remind you what 20,000 tracks really looks like.

If DJing is a career, should we sit exams?

A local DJ based social enterprise has reached out for help with a survey about DJ exams. But what do you think about getting formal DJ qualifications?

Something for the weekend: Kenny Dope 7″ vinyl set

We're wrapping up the week with a set that defines DJing — great music, put together with great skill. Kenny Dope nails a 7" vinyl set on Pioneer PLXs.

EXCLUSIVE: Official NI Traktor Stems demo webcast video

Last month via a live webcast, NI's Chad Carrier demoed the upcoming Stems multitrack format and did a live Q&A. And we have it exclusively on DJWORX.

DJ disasters — when has it all gone Pete Tong for you?

I'm sure we've all had to face some bomb sites for DJ booths in our time, but what has been your biggest DJ disaster, and how did you deal with it?