Rekordbox is a cutting-edge, cloud-based digital platform that caters to disk jockeys of varying skill levels. This comprehensive software is replete with an array of functionalities that facilitate seamless music access and mashup creation for music enthusiasts. It empowers users to curate their music libraries, formulate playlists, and prepare tracks for export to USB devices, thereby laying the groundwork for a seamless transition into professional DJing. The application also boasts a suite of advanced DJ tools, such as setting hot cues, crafting loop sequences, and identifying song keys and rhythms, all of which can elevate your performance in the DJ booth to an exhilarating experience.
However, do you know how to download music from YouTube to Rekordbox? This article will illuminate this process for you. Continue reading to discover straightforward yet effective methods to download and transfer YouTube music to Rekordbox. Let's embark on this journey.
Part 1. Tool Needed to Download YouTube Music to Rekordbox
DJs worldwide have embraced the versatile and robust Rekordbox DJ software. As online streaming gains momentum, Rekordbox has forged partnerships with numerous streaming services, including Beatport Link, Beatsource, Tidal, and Soundcloud GO +. Yet, there is no integration between YouTube Music and Rekordbox. In other words, Rekordbox does not natively support YouTube Music.
Not only that but in fact, streaming media imposes significant limitations on our DJ mix capabilities. Accessibility to streaming music is subject to numerous unpredictable factors, such as licensing disputes and geographical restrictions. If record labels object to the terms of agreements, they reserve the right to withdraw their content from the platform at any juncture, which can be catastrophic for professional DJs when their carefully curated playlists are disrupted.
Despite the limitation of the audio resource, if we want to upload local audio files to Rekordbox, the format of the audio files we also need to consider. Take the 4 supported music streaming services as an example. They employ the file type:
- Beatport Streaming: AAC 128kbps, AAC, FLAC 128/256 kbps.
- Beatsource Streaming: AAC 128/256 kbps, Lossless FLAC.
- TIDAL HiFi: FLAC 44.1 kHz 16 bit, AAC 320 kbps.
- SoundCloud Go+: MP3 128 kbps, AAC 256kbps.
- SoundCloud DJ: MP3 128 kbps, AAC 256kbps.
So, it is also necessary to upload audio files in a compatible format for Rekordbox.
Thus, we conceived a solution that marries the strengths of Rekordbox with those of YouTube Music, utilizing a third-party utility named ViWizard YouTube Music Converter. This tool enables you to download YouTube Music for local mixing, effectively liberating you from the whims of the original platform's availability for these tracks. These downloaded YouTube songs can then be imported into Rekordbox as local audio files. Let's delve deeper into the specifics.
Part 2. Download YouTube Music to Rekordbox
ViWizard YouTube Music Converter stands as an audio extractor and downloader compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. This application ensures the pristine quality of your audio files is maintained, delivering high-fidelity music tracks free from any interference or background noise. The software's intelligent technology supports batch processing, enabling you to record multiple music tracks simultaneously. For added refinement, post-recording edits can be applied to your audio files.
The audio files captured and converted by ViWizard YouTube Music Converter are compatible with all major file formats, including MP3, M4A, M4B, FLAC, WAV, and AAC, allowing users to effortlessly transfer their music to any device like iPod, Alexa, Sonos, etc. they prefer.
Record any sound from your computer—like music, games, or meetings—and save it as MP3.
Once you've downloaded and installed ViWizard YouTube Music Converter on your computer, you can locate your desired music or audio content on YouTube and subsequently integrate it with Rekordbox. We will first download the music or audio content from YouTube using the ViWizard program. Let's proceed.
Step 1Open and Setup ViWizard
First, launch ViWizard YouTube Music Converter on your computer. You will be presented with an interface featuring a variety of programs. If there is no browser available for you to access the YouTube website, you can drag and drop a browser into ViWizard or click the "+" icon to select one. There's no need to open the browser immediately.
Step 2Customize Output Format
Next, you'll need to adjust the output audio settings. Choose from six formats - MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, and M4A - but ensure you set it to MP3 format for using YouTube music on Rekordbox. Alternatively, you can fine-tune the bit rate, sample rate, and audio channel settings to enhance the output audio quality.
Step 3Play and Download YouTube Music
Now, navigate to the YouTube website by opening the browser from within the ViWizard main interface. Select a single music video or several, and ViWizard will commence recording audio from YouTube. You can halt the downloading of YouTube music tracks by clicking the "Stop" button whenever you wish.
Step 4Edit and Save YouTube Downloads
All recorded music is saved in the History list; click the History button to access this list. If you wish to locate the files on your computer's local storage, simply click the Open icon beside each recorded track, which will prompt a pop-up window with the file location.
Part 3. Transfer Downloaded YouTube Music to Rekordbox
Once you've converted YouTube music to MP3 or other standard audio formats, integrating it into Rekordbox becomes a straightforward process. There are two primary methods for infusing your YouTube music into Rekordbox: manually moving the files from your hard drive or utilizing iTunes. Let's explore these methods further.
Way 1: Add YouTube Music to Rekordbox from Hard Drive
- Launch the Rekordbox app on your computer.
- Ensure that the "Collection" tab beside the playlist tree is selected, then drag and drop the YouTube music files onto the track display at the bottom of the Rekordbox interface.
- Or locate and click the 'Files' button within Rekordbox. Inside the 'Files' section, hit the 'Import' > 'Import Track'/'Import Folder'/'Import Playlist' option to initiate the process of adding new tracks to the Rekordbox library.
- Then a window will appear, where you can find and select the specific downloaded YouTube tracks or entire folder to import.
- Rekordbox will analyze the dropped/imported YouTube music files, appending track information such as waveforms, key detection, and BPM, after which these files are ready to be added to a playlist.
Way 2: Import YouTube Music to Rekordbox from iTunes
- Launch the Rekordbox app on your computer.
- Click on the iTunes icon located on the left side of the Rekordbox menu. Clicking the arrow will reveal an additional window.
- Browse through your entire music library or specific iTunes playlists to locate the desired music files.
- Playback of a song will initiate the importation process by Rekordbox, incorporating the playlist into its library where you can then assign track data and waveforms.
With these steps completed, you're now free to enjoy your downloaded YouTube tracks within the Rekordbox ecosystem.
When we finish our DJ creation, we may want to convert it to another platform to stream, like transferring the Rekordbox playlist to YouTube Music. It’s very simple to use Soundiz to export Rekordbox playlists.
Step 1. Open the Rekordbox and select your playlist you want to convert. And export the playlists as .m3u8 file.
Step 2. Open Soundiz, go to the Playlist, and choose Import Playlist/From File. Select the Rekordbox playlist you have exported and confirm. Connect your YouTube Music account through Soundiz, and then you can import your Rekordbox playlist to YouTube Music.
Extra Tip: How to Fix the Lyric Function on Rekordbox
Occasionally, users might encounter a malfunction with the lyric display feature within Rekordbox, which can diminish their listening enjoyment. If you're experiencing this problem, we've got a solution for you to enhance your musical experience. Let's delve into how to troubleshoot the lyric function on Rekordbox. Keep reading for further insights.
This issue may arise in several scenarios:
🚩If the lyrics suddenly change to asterisks (***) midway through a track, you'll need to subscribe to the Creative Plan to fully utilize the Lyric Function.
🚩Should you encounter the message 'Cannot create DirectX/OpenGL interop' or if your screen remains black, your computer's specifications must meet the minimum requirements for Rekordbox. Refer to the official System Requirements for Rekordbox. Additionally, ensure your graphics driver is up to date. If updating does not resolve the issue, the Lyric function might not be compatible with your system.
Conclusion
You now know how to download and transfer music from YouTube to Rekordbox, allowing you to freely enjoy your favorite YouTube tracks on Rekordbox without any limitations. ViWizard YouTube Music Converter stands out as the premier YouTube audio downloader for both Windows and Mac users. Feel free to test it on your personal computer. Moreover, this guide has provided a solution for addressing the lyric function issue on Rekordbox. We hope this tutorial is helpful for you.
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Matt Smith, a digital entertainment industry enthusiast at ViWizard, is dedicated to providing insightful commentary and solutions for music and media-related topics, including industry trends, analysis, and recommendations.
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