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Crossfadr started as a passion project in 2011 – a place for fans and creators to share the stories of the people who live and breathe the dj, music and podcast industry. Started in 2011, Crossfadr is an online publication that delivers an interesting perspective on the latest news, technology, reviews and trends driving the DJ/Producer and Dance Music industry.

NAMM 2026 is officially in the books, and while the floor was packed with massive releases from AlphaTheta and Rane, one...
01/25/2026

NAMM 2026 is officially in the books, and while the floor was packed with massive releases from AlphaTheta and Rane, one major player was missing from the public eye: Native Instruments. In this episode of The Sunday Brunch, we break down the biggest gear of the show, from the Rane System One standalone to AlphaTheta’s new DJM-V5 and RMX-IGNITE. We also discuss why Traktor was a "no-show" and what that means for the rumored MX4 controller later this year. Is the industry moving on, or is NI just playing the long game?

NAMM 2026 is officially in the books, and while the floor was packed with massive releases from AlphaTheta and Rane, one major player was missing from the pu...

NAMM 2026 was a massive year for DJ and production gear, but two units dominated the conversation. In this wrap-up, we b...
01/25/2026

NAMM 2026 was a massive year for DJ and production gear, but two units dominated the conversation. In this wrap-up, we break down the tank-like Rane System One standalone DJ controller and the monumental Akai MPC XL. From motorized platters to $3,000 production powerhouses, discover why these are the must-have tools for your studio this year, and why Native Instruments was the biggest mystery of the show.

NAMM 2026 was a massive year for DJ and production gear, but two units dominated the conversation. In this wrap-up, we break down the tank like Rane System One standalone DJ controller and the monumental Akai MPC XL. From motorized platters to $3,000 production powerhouses, discover why these are th...

The PreSonus to Fender Studio One rebrand has some producers worried, but here's why Fender Studio Pro 8 and the new Mot...
01/25/2026

The PreSonus to Fender Studio One rebrand has some producers worried, but here's why Fender Studio Pro 8 and the new Motion controllers represent evolution, not destruction, for one of the best DAWs on the market.

The PreSonus to Fender Studio One rebrand has some producers worried, but here's why Fender Studio Pro 8 and the new Motion controllers represent evolution, not destruction, for one of the best DAWs on the market.

I post these Sunday Brunch Youtube videos to chat about my DJ/Producer, Content Creator life.
12/16/2025

I post these Sunday Brunch Youtube videos to chat about my DJ/Producer, Content Creator life.

Welcome back to The Sunday Brunch, the Crossfadr deep dive into what’s happening in the DJ / Music Producer world, and other happenings. Today I chat about S...

For independent producers and hybrid DJs, relying solely on streaming revenue is no longer a viable business model. A ma...
12/16/2025

For independent producers and hybrid DJs, relying solely on streaming revenue is no longer a viable business model. A massive, more stable opportunity exists: Sync Licensing (synchronization licensing).

For independent producers and hybrid DJs, relying solely on streaming revenue is no longer a viable business model. A massive, more stable opportunity exists: Sync Licensing (synchronization licensing). Sync licensing is the process of licensing your music for use in any visual medium, a TV commerci...

A huge, undocumented update has landed: the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ now works seamlessly with Algoriddim’s djay Pro. We confir...
12/16/2025

A huge, undocumented update has landed: the AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ now works seamlessly with Algoriddim’s djay Pro. We confirm full screen and jog display functionality is active.

Undocumented Breakthrough: The AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ Just Got djay Pro Support This is the news many hybrid digital DJs have been waiting for, and it has dropped without so much as a whisper from the official channels: The powerful AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ all-in-one controller now features native, deep integr...

The Serato SLAB is the first dedicated controller for Serato Studio, and it’s an immediate threat to the long-standing d...
12/08/2025

The Serato SLAB is the first dedicated controller for Serato Studio, and it’s an immediate threat to the long-standing dominance of Native Instruments’ Maschine. We analyze why the SLAB's unique DJ-to-Producer workflow and Stems integration could force NI to completely rethink the future of the Maschine ecosystem.

For over a decade, the premium beat-making controller market has been a two-horse race: Akai’s MPC line and Native Instruments’ Maschine. Each platform developed a loyal, almost tribal following, but the core design principle remained the same, a tight ecosystem of hardware and software built pr...

If you want real studio sound on a real-world budget, the KRK Kreate Series flat-out delivers. After weeks with the Krea...
08/13/2025

If you want real studio sound on a real-world budget, the KRK Kreate Series flat-out delivers. After weeks with the Kreate 3 and Kreate 8 - both on DJ duty and mix detail in my studio - I’m convinced KRK just raised the bar for what affordable monitors can do in 2025.

The reputation is almost bigger than the brand itself: KRK yellow cones, powering everything from garage beat labs to chart-topping studios, now reimagined in the Kreate Series for new producers, DJs, and all-around music obsessives. This time, KRK packs serious pro performance, flexible features, a...

AI is no longer a distant promise in music production—it’s here, and it’s changing everything. From songwriting and mast...
08/13/2025

AI is no longer a distant promise in music production—it’s here, and it’s changing everything. From songwriting and mastering to copyright debates and creative breakthroughs, here’s how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way music is made, shared, and experienced in 2025.

The New Studio Assistant: AI in the Creative Process Walk into any modern studio in 2025 and you’ll find AI tools sitting right alongside synths and drum machines. These aren’t just fancy plugins—they’re collaborators, capable of generating melodies, suggesting chord progressions, and even w...

Why I’m Ditching Traktor & My S8 for the Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 – The Streaming DJ Revolution! - Watch as I explain my big sw...
05/28/2025

Why I’m Ditching Traktor & My S8 for the Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 – The Streaming DJ Revolution! - Watch as I explain my big switch from Traktor Pro 4 and the Traktor S8 to the Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX10! I’ll share why I felt trapped by Traktor’s limitations—especially the lack of true music streaming integration like Apple Music—and how the FLX10 opens up a whole new world of creative possibilities.

Join me as I explain my big switch from Traktor Pro 4 and the Traktor S8 to the Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX10! I’ll share why I felt trapped by Traktor’s limitations—...

After a year of loyal service, I made a pivotal shift from the Native Instruments Traktor S8 to the Pioneer DDJ-FLX10—a ...
05/25/2025

After a year of loyal service, I made a pivotal shift from the Native Instruments Traktor S8 to the Pioneer DDJ-FLX10—a move that not only transformed my setup but also opened my eyes to the rapidly evolving world of DJ software. So here's my journey and the reasons behind the switch, and what it reveals about the future of DJing in an era of streaming, AI, and modular innovation.

For a year, the Native Instruments Traktor S8 was my go-to DJ controller. It was a powerhouse: sturdy, reliable, and packed with features that made live remixing and creative performance a joy. The S8’s touch strips, remix decks, and stem capabilities allowed me to push boundaries in ways that tra...

The world of DJing is changing faster than ever before. From streaming integration and multi-platform hardware to AI-pow...
05/21/2025

The world of DJing is changing faster than ever before. From streaming integration and multi-platform hardware to AI-powered features, today’s DJs need to be more adaptable than ever. In this article, we’ll explore why flexibility is the key to thriving in the modern DJ landscape and how embracing change can open up new creative possibilities.

The DJ booth of 2025 looks nothing like it did just a decade ago. Gone are the days of lugging around crates of vinyl or relying solely on USB sticks packed with carefully curated playlists. Today’s DJs have access to millions of tracks at their fingertips, powerful AI tools, and hardware that wor...

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Started in 2011, Crossfadr is an online publication that delivers an interesting perspective on the latest news, technology, reviews and trends driving the DJ/Producer and Dance Music industry.

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