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How to Use Virtual DJ

How to use the Virtual DJ computer program; learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video series.

Series Summary

Scratching on turntables started materializing with DJ's in New York in the early 80's. Some popular New York DJ's were Grand Wizard Theodore, DJ Grandmaster Flash, and DJ Kool Herc. Since the 80's, scratching has grown into a musical skill used in many different styles of music--from hip hop to dance, from techno to rock. And now with the increasing use of computers and multimedia, scratching can now be done on the computer with Virtual DJ. In this free video series, watch as computer and music specialist Matt Nichols teaches how to use Virtual DJ. Learn how to choose skin, load music, use slider functions, scratch records, use beatlock, set and use cues, create loops, apply effects, record performance, adjust beats per minute, use automix, and use shortcuts on Virtual DJ. This computer program is fun software to use for homes, clubs, or just your own dance party in your room. Let the experts at ExpertVillage increase your cool factor with these easy step by step tutorials.
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  •  Setting & Using Cues in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to set and use cues in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Slider Functions in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to use the slider function in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Mixing Video in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to mix video in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Samples in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to use samples in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Applying Effects in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to apply effects in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Virtual DJ's Library

    Learn how to use the library in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Virtual DJ's Interface

    Learn how to use the Virtual DJ interface and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Creating & Using Playlists in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to create playlists in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Adjusting Beats Per Minute in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to adjust beats per minute, or BPM's, in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Beatlock in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to use the beatlock feature in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Using Virtual DJ's Equalizer

    Learn how to use the equalizer in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Recording Your Performance in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to record performances in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Scratching a Record in Virtual DJ

    Learn how to scratch a record in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Shortcuts for Virtual DJ

    Learn how to use shortcuts in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  Choosing Skins for Virtual DJ

    Learn how to choose skins in Virtual DJ and more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

  •  What is Virtual DJ?

    Learn how to use the computer program Virtual DJ and learn more about playing and mixing electronic music in this free instructional video.

About the Presenter

Matt Nichols