future.dj pro

What future.dj pro is

future.dj pro is DJ, video and karaoke mixing software for macOS and Windows. It offers manual and automatic mixing, including one-click beat matching and Automix, plus real-time separation of vocals, instruments and drums through AIUnmixEQ. Beatport and Beatsource are available from its browser with offline storage for up to 1,000 tracks; Party Tyme Karaoke provides access to more than 20,000 karaoke tracks. The software supports more than 120 DJ controllers out of the box, as well as MIDI/HID devices and custom mappings. It can record audio mixes as MP3, WAV or AIFF, while video mix recording is in beta. The library holds up to 1 million tracks and integrates with Apple iTunes/Music. The free plan is for home or non-commercial use, includes two decks and limited audio effects, and limits controller use to 10 minutes per session. PRO lists commercial use, eight interfaces with two or four decks, and all audio effects; yearly billing is $49.99.

Who it suits

It suits beginners learning to mix as well as mobile and club DJs. Karaoke and video mixing are also relevant for users who want those formats alongside audio.

Limits

The FREE plan is for non-commercial or home use and includes two decks and limited audio effects. Controller support is limited to 10 minutes per session. PRO lists commercial use, all audio effects and eight interfaces with two or four decks; yearly billing is $49.99.

Getting started

1. Visit the Xylio website.
2. Choose the FREE plan for home or non-commercial use, or PRO for commercial use.
3. Install the software on macOS or Windows.
4. Connect a supported DJ controller, MIDI/HID device or custom-mapped hardware.
5. Use manual or automatic mixing, or connect Beatport, Beatsource or Party Tyme Karaoke.

Verdict

future.dj pro combines audio, video and karaoke mixing with multiple mixing modes and broad controller support. The free plan has clear use and controller limits; PRO lists commercial use and expanded interfaces for $49.99 billed yearly.