Mastering Pioneer's Rekordbox Software | NYC & LIVE Online

Mastering Pioneer's Rekordbox Software | NYC & LIVE Online

DJ at your full potential with our specialist course on Pioneer's Rekordbox software. Written for the more experienced DJ aiming to enhance their performance in Rekordbox, this course is designed to make the switch, with the minimum of fuss!

  1. Introduction to Rekordbox:
    • Gain a solid understanding of the Rekordbox interface and its key features.
    • Learn how to navigate the software efficiently, including library management and track organization.
  2. Music Analysis and Preparation:
    • Master the art of importing and analyzing your music library within Rekordbox.
    • Explore techniques for setting cue points, beat grids, and other essential metadata to ensure seamless mixing.
  3. Performance Mode:
    • Dive into Rekordbox's Performance Mode and discover how to use it for dynamic live sets.
    • Learn about hot cues, loops, and other performance features to enhance your creativity and spontaneity during performances.
  4. Advanced Mixing Techniques:
    • Explore advanced mixing techniques, including harmonic mixing and key syncing, to create smooth and harmonically rich transitions.
    • Understand the use of effects and samplers to add flair and originality to your sets.
  5. Integration with Pioneer DJ Hardware:
    • Learn how to seamlessly integrate Rekordbox with Pioneer DJ hardware, such as CDJs and controllers.
    • Understand the advantages of using Rekordbox with Pioneer DJ gear for a streamlined and professional DJ setup.
  6. Recording and Exporting Sets:
    • Discover how to record your mixes directly within Rekordbox.
    • Learn the best practices for exporting your sets and sharing them with your audience.
  7. Troubleshooting and Optimization:
    • Address common issues and troubleshoot technical challenges that may arise during performances.
    • Optimize Rekordbox settings for optimal performance on various hardware setups.

By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and skills to confidently navigate Pioneer's Rekordbox software. This is an intermediate class, for people who have DJ experience, and specializes in Rekordbox. If you're a beginner looking to start your DJ journey, we recommend our comprehensive Electronic Music DJ Class, which covers Rekordbox.

18 Hours | $799 + $100 Registration if booked 14 days before start or $999 + $200 Registration

Live Online also available at most Garnish Locations

Use the ‘CONNECT’ button below to request schedule information for our classes. One of our placement experts will follow up within a business day. For one-to-one lessons, see Recordbox Private Instructionand connect with a specialist on that page.

Check out the student feedback from our Electronic Music Production Academy

Our Testimonials

Great class, two really good instructors and nice people in the class. All around good vibes, learned a lot and had the opportunity to play.

Maria Thorson

My instructor was VERY helpful. It took me a few lessons to grasp the concept and he did not give up on me. He tried many different ways to explain the concept and was always patient and understanding. I felt stupid not knowing how to do what he was explaining, but he was very encouraging and motivating, that I would grasp it and I eventually did!

Vanessa Barnfather

The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly. Small classes are great for individual attention and schooling is affordable compared to other private schools.

Aria Minx

Very informative. I had an incredible teacher who was patient, knowledgable and all round awesome. I came into the course not knowing much and finished with a gigantic pool of information and skills making me feel equipped to go out and enter the dj world.

Jeanne Kietzmann

I feel like I learned everything I could have possibly learned. i have no questions that are unresolved. i learnt more in this class than in a year of studying on my own. I just will miss the class.

Malik Sterling

The course is really straight forward and the instructor is the coolest ever! He can answer any question that you wanna know about DJing. Tell him how you wanna mix, he will show you easily.

Shark Titan

I would recommend your courses to a friend because I felt it was very professional and personal which I appreciate.

Johan Grimberg

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Frequently Asked Questions


Is this course for beginner DJs?

No - it's intermediate level, for DJs with existing experience wanting to specialize in Rekordbox. Beginners should start with our Electronic Music DJ Class instead.


Does the course cover Pioneer hardware integration?

Yes - using Rekordbox with CDJs and Pioneer DJ controllers for a streamlined setup.


What's covered in Performance Mode?

Hot cues, loops and other live features for dynamic, spontaneous sets.


How long is the course?

18 hours, with Live Online available at most Garnish locations.


Is private instruction available?

Yes - see Recordbox Private Instruction to connect with a specialist.


Is there a more advanced program available?

Yes - check out student feedback from our Electronic Music Production Academy.