In the beginning, there was the turntable and a box of records, Then the twin turntable and mixer, finally the computer and mp3 files arrived. Today the DJ has a wide choice of software to ply his trade and entertain the public.

Having gone through all the phases and written my own program for automating playing music for DJ'ing, here is a review of the efforts of others.

PROGRAMS

Programs can be split into two classes, first those to help the DJ, who may perform in front of a crowd of thousands, a club, a church hall or in the privacy of a bedroom. Secondly there is radio automation software. Some software providers may have a range of programs to suit all needs and pockets and do both functions. Most have downloadable demos to get the important look and feel of the product you may buy.

DISCLAIMER

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DJ SOFTWARE

Name	Description	Website
Ultramixer	UltraMixer is a DJ mixing software which enables you to mix digital music in various formats or CDs in real time. The DJ's turntables are replaced by two digital SoundPlayers, the "vinyls" are available within seconds through the integrated FileArchive.
Kramixer	Many users class it as one of the best DJ programs available, matching and in some cases surpassing the functionality of expensive DJ programs.
Virtual DJ	VirtualDJ MP3 mixing software targets every DJ from bedroom DJs to professional superstars. With its breakthrough BeatLock engine, your songs will always stay in the beat, and you can work your mixes incredibly faster than any other DJ could.
Visual DJ Studio	Next Generation Software's Virtual DJ Studio, is a full-featured DJ and Karaoke system. Virtual DJ Studio redefines the concept of DJ and Karaoke software on the PC. VDJ offers features you simply will not find in other programs.
DJ Mix Pro	DJ Mix Pro is designed to let you choose the songs while it performs by itself quality cross fading, beat matching mixes between songs. This is the ultimate DJ program for parties.
DiscoSoft	Discosoft is the professional Deejay system for your PC. Based on a professional sound engine, with sound quality and reliability. Not Just a cool screen that sounds like a toy !
DSS DJ	DSS DJ 5.6, a powerful, versatile and user friendly solution for real-time DJ beat mixing. This version becomes the new state of the art DJ beat mixing software.

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