All Serato DJ users need to know this trick!

One of my favourite tricks in Serato DJ is the lead-in feature. This can be really helpful when transitioning between hard to mix songs. Radio edits or hip hop tracks can sometimes just start with a vocal and no intro to use. This trick will help you master those transitions to help you confidently play to any crowd.

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[tinashesibeko]

never thought of using the 'negative' space of a track. fire

[tommino]

I'm using similar procedure, but with looping of the first bar (or more) to match the beat. It's quicker than jumping back, see this: 1. load new track, 2. activate loop, 3 start playing, 4. in moment of transition switch off looping.

[RiddimKingdom]

This is so simple but so genius. In all the DJ lessons I’ve had and all the DJs I’ve played alongside I’ve never seen this nor been showed this. It’s so good for hip hop and pop tracks

[djloudy]

I literally have been doing this in Traktor with my S4 for 3 years. Competitors finally adding a feature that's been around for 10+ years! Great job explaining it to people who may have never had a feature like this before though, it's way too useful of a technique in DJing.

[WynneSikorski]

I do a similar thing, but I scratch it in Lol. Most of the songs I play are like 80-110, very different style. I’m more of a party rock/ battle DJ and been DJing for 8 years and still love watching these. Keep up the great work.

[BroDeuel]

I'm starting off as a DJ now and this is very, very cool! I will go and practice this tonight! FIRE!!!! Thank you!

[djdirty]

Excellent technique, all though my personal feelings are DJ tutorials focus too much on using edited tracks with long intros. I feel this way because I have been djing since 1983 & we didn't have such creative control over a track as you do with the most simplest digital track. I learned to be creative with what I was given on a record, tape, or CD lol. I never have a problem blending or mixing any track or genre. With that said I love learning new creative ideas & this is the reason I subscribe to your channel. I look to you and a hand full of other you-tube djers because I respect your opinion & like today actually learn useful new techniques. Bravo sir I like this & will always follow you to enhance my journey as a DJ. (just as a note I've been a resident dj since 2009 every fri & sat. I also dj on Monday's & Thursdays during this same time period.)

[djvibedjservices]

THANKS didn't think of using beat jump in that manner. great tip!

[jimc]

I always wondered why the ability to load a song so far in advance - now I know. Very helpful video!!

[dj_paultuk]

Funnily enough, a DJ friend of mine showed me this back in Dec and i was blown away by how easy it is to do !. Now i use it all the time. Also great for setting up perfect Double Drop scenario's if you want to get really heavy.

[pimlican]

Never use beat jumping, but looks easier than setting early hot cues.

[DJDevine]

From a vinyl veteran I love this feature! So sweet!

[aryotare]

Great video!
Using the beatjump technique to mix in a track is very clever and clear, even a beginner DJ can use it

[CarsAndBasss]

Love your videos. I've been DJing for a few years but I'm planning on buying the beginner online program and then the intermediate to go through it from the ground up. There are always little tips and tricks I can learn that I didnt know, or need to work on that will ultimately make me a better DJ. Master the basics first! Thanks a lot man!

[larrycoffey]

So many tools in Serato. Been using Flip, hotcue jumps and loops for this issue. I'll start using this. Thanks for sharing.

[mlrd]

Love the wolf fx pack, the jet fx pack is also amazing! Got Serato DJ Pro at half price.(£60) Never been happier with my DJ Software. The 'Slice' feature is also amazing for quick bootlegs live.

[carlospalacios]

Excellent tutorial, I'd like to see you someday make a Techno tutorial with transition and tricks, I really struggle with this and I'd like to learn more...cheers...

[chukkyboodarkstar]

Cross fader is the best, I love you guys

[thedjd]

Beat jumping is also real handy for short tracks or if something happens and a track is running out or extendeding a main section without looping in a hurry 👍🏽