The Complete Guide To Serato DJ
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Tutorial 1
Introduction
4:24In this video, DJ Shortee introduces the course, which teaches all about the Serato DJ software.
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Tutorial 2
Activate
4:22In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to activate your Serato DJ software.
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Tutorial 3
Turntable & CDJ Calibration
3:00In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to calibrate your turntables and CDJs with Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 4
Layout & Display Modes
5:40In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through an overview of the software’s layout and its display modes.
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Tutorial 5
Import & Analyze
5:33In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to import and analyze files.
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Tutorial 6
Virtual Decks
22:15In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through an overview of the Virtual Decks and how to play music in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 7
Crates, CDs & Playlists
5:51In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through an overview of the Crates, Subcrates, Audio CDs, and iTunes playlist section.
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Tutorial 8
Track List View
9:24In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through the Track List View.
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Tutorial 9
Smart Crates
4:25In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to create Smart Crates.
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Tutorial 10
Browse Filter
1:45In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Browse feature in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 11
Prepare
3:05In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Prepare feature in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 12
History
8:39In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use History in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 13
Cue Points
6:48In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use Cue Points.
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Tutorial 14
Auto Loops
4:53This video is the first of three videos in which DJ Shortee shows you how to create loops in Serato DJ. This video is all about Auto Loops.
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Tutorial 15
Auto Loop Rolls
3:07This video is the second of three videos in which DJ Shortee shows you how to create loops in Serato DJ. This video is all about Auto Loop Rolls.
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Tutorial 16
Manual Loops
6:49This video is the third of three videos in which DJ Shortee shows you how to create loops in Serato DJ. This video is all about Manual Loops.
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Tutorial 17
Beat Jump
7:40In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use Beat Jump in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 18
Beatgrid: Overview & Transition BPM
12:09In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to set and adjust your Beatgrids in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 19
Beatgrid: Constant BPM
5:40In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to set up a manual Beatgrid in Serato DJ for a track that stays the same bpm the entire time.
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Tutorial 20
Simple Sync
4:42This video is the first of two videos in which DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Sync features in Serato DJ. This video is all about Simple Sync.
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Tutorial 21
Smart Sync & Tempo Sync
4:54This video is the second of two videos in which DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Sync features in Serato DJ. This video is all about Smart Sync and Tempo Sync.
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Tutorial 22
Offline Player
4:54In this video, DJ Shortee digs deeper into the Offline Player.
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Tutorial 23
Slip Mode
4:01In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use Slip Mode in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 24
Single FX Mode
11:59This video is the first of two videos in which DJ Shortee walks you through a basic overview of the Effects, powered by iZotope, in Serato DJ. This video is all about Single FX mode.
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Tutorial 25
Multi FX Mode
10:05This video is the second of two videos in which DJ Shortee walks you through a basic overview of the Effects, powered by iZotope, in Serato DJ. This video is all about Multi FX mode.
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Tutorial 26
SP-6 Sample Player
9:54In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through an overview of the SP-6 Sample Player in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 27
Recording
6:08In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Record function in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 28
MIDI
2:57In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to assign the features in Serato DJ to your hardware controls via MIDI.
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Tutorial 29
Slicer
5:11In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to use the Slicer function in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 30
Settings & Preferences
20:05In this video, DJ Shortee walks you through the preferences and hardware settings in Serato DJ.
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Tutorial 31
Language Support
1:54In this video, DJ Shortee shows you how to choose your language preference in Serato DJ.
In this video course, world-renowned DJ Shortee thoroughly walks you through Serato DJ software and all its essential features. You’ll learn to easily navigate the software, including how to create Crates and Smart Crates, import and analyze tracks, and create set lists.
Discover how to create Cue Points and various types of loops, adjust your Beatgrids, and work with Serato DJ’s FX modes. Master features like Simple Sync, Smart Sync, Beat Jump, Slip Mode, and so much more!
This course also provides a bonus lesson on Serato DJ’s Slicer feature for use with either a Serato DJ controller or Serato Remote app.
The lessons are taught in a clear way that is easy for anyone to understand and include practical examples on how to use many of the software’s features and functions.
This information-packed course is the second in the Software Series as well as an integral part of the Turntable Series, CDJ Series, and Serato DJ Controller Series of Shortee’s Complete DJ Method.
Power up your Serato software skills today!
Reviews
Submitted 6 months ago
Glad I bought it!
This was a quick & easy way to get up to speed on Serato. It's nice it was taught by a well know & experienced touring DJ. A+
I am a: Hobbyist
Submitted 8 months ago
pretty good
this is great stuff thx
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Ableton Live
Submitted 2 years ago
Awesome indepth tutorial
Explains all the ins and outs of serato dj and then some!!!
I am a: Game Designer, Mastering Facility, Producer, Professional, Audio Engineer, Musician, Sound Designer, Beat Maker, Sound for Film/TV, Student
DJ SHORTEE, described as the “World’s Premier Female DJ” by the Grammy Foundation, is a multi-genre DJ, turntablist, music producer, record label CEO (Heavy Artillery Recordings, Arkade Records, 5 Star Records), DJ instructor, actor, and published author.
Named “Queen of the Scratch World” by DJ Times, Shortee’s unique contribution to the art of turntablism earned her a spot as the only female DJ featured in the critically acclaimed movie Scratch. With over two decades of experience, she is recognized as one of the most diverse and technically skilled DJs in the world.
Shortee is one of the few DJs who are respected globally in a wide variety of genres. Spinning genres such as House, Drum ’n’ Bass, Electro, Dubstep, Drumstep, Glitch Hop, Trap, Breaks, Techno, Hip Hop, Top40, Mash Up, Funk, Soul, Rock, Jazz, and more, she has rocked everything from the hottest nightclubs, massive raves, and b-boy battles to huge festivals and celebrity parties. Her fast-paced mixing style, expert scratching skills, and energetic stage presence have made her one of the most in-demand DJs touring worldwide.
As a DJ instructor, Shortee has taught classes, private lessons, workshops, and online tutorials for the esteemed Grammy Foundation, Dubspot, Scratch DJ Academy, Turntable U, Rane, Serato, SAE Institute, and more. She has also produced her own DJ instructional DVD series and has written a critically acclaimed instructional book, Spin Now! The DJ Starter Handbook (Hal Leonard Books), which includes an accompanying DVD-ROM and is currently available worldwide in paperback and kindle editions.
In regard to her teaching style, Shortee is well known for simplifying those intimidating, confusing topics and making them accessible and easy for anyone to understand. Her lessons are extremely thorough and packed with tons of information yet her quirky, easygoing personality keeps everything relatable, approachable, and fun. She breaks everything down into simple step-by-step techniques that you can easily put into action and also gives you the clarity and confidence you need to take your skills to the next level!
For more information, visit her websites:
www.djshortee.com | www.urbanassaultmusic.com | www.heavyartilleryrecordings.com | www.shannonames.com | www.shorteescompletedjmethod.com
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