Free and open source DJ software, Mixxx, finally released the new major 2.4 version few days ago.
The new release added support for exporting crates, playlists and the library to Engine DJ OS devices, including Denon and Numark standalone controllers.
Mixxx 2.4 added support for Saved Loops, which can be assigned to any Hot Cue slot. If you already have tracks from Serato DJ with Saved Loops, it will import them automatically.
The release also introduced Effect Chains, a set of effects which can be saved and reloaded with all their parameters and individual Meta Knob mappings. Effect Chains can also be exported and imported, which allows you to share them with other Mixxx DJs.
The free and open-source DJ mixing software, Mixxx, announced the beta version of the next major 2.4 release series a few days ago!
The new Mixxx 2.4 added support for saving loops as hotcues, and native Apple Silicon support for better performance on M1, M2, etc., devices.
The release also features explicit sync leader support, new controller mapping scripting engine (ES2016 support), new “all-shaders” scrolling waveforms for much better UI performance, new Quick Effect selector and effect chain buttons.
Other changes include:
background color for quick cover art preview
cover art fetcher to the Musicbrainz dialog
support exporting crates, playlists and the library to Engine Prime and Denon standalone controllers
Add support for m4v files
Add experimental QML user interface
Noise active effect, pitch shift effect, distortion effect.
Drop Ubuntu 18.04 support, add NixOS support.
And numerous other changes including search improvement, optimized database, history cleanup, and more and more. See this page for details.
How to Install Mixxx 2.4 Beta in Ubuntu:
Mixxx has an official Beta PPA contains the package for Ubuntu 20.04, Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 23.04 and Ubuntu 23.10.
NOTE: At the moment of writing, the 2.4 Beta package in PPA is borken due to missing dependency. So, check the link above! And do the commands below when the PPA successfully updated.
1. First, press Ctrl+Alt+T on keyboard to open terminal. When it opens, run command to add the PPA:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:mixxx/mixxxbetas
Type user password (no asterisk feedback) when it asks and hit Enter to continue.
2. Then, update system package cache for Linux Mint, etc:
sudo apt update
3. Finally, install Mixxx 2.4 beta package by running command:
sudo apt install mixxx
Before the maintainer fixed the PPA package, user can compile Mixxx 2.4 Beta from the source tarball.
The popular free open-source DJ software Mixxx now is at version 2.4.1 with some important fixes. Here’s how to install it in Ubuntu via PPA.
Mixxx 2.4 features exporting crates, playlists and the library to Engine DJ OS devices, including Denon and Numark standalone controllers. It supports for Saved Loops, which can be assigned to any Hot Cue slot. As well, it introduced Effect Chains, a set of effects which can be saved and reloaded with all their parameters and individual Meta Knob mappings. For more, see the release page.
How to Install Latest Mixxx in Ubuntu via PPA:
The DJ software has an official PPA for Ubuntu, Linux Mint based systems. So far, it provides the latest 2.4.1 packages for Ubuntu 24.04, Ubuntu 22.04, Ubuntu 23.10, Ubuntu 20.04, and Linux Mint 20/21
1. Add Mixxx PPA
Open terminal either from app launcher or by pressing Ctrl+Alt+T on keyboard. When it opens, run command to add the PPA:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:mixxx/mixxx
Type your password (no asterisk feedback) when it prompts and hit Enter to continue.
2. Update package cache:
For Ubuntu 18.04, users need to manually refresh the package cache after adding new software sources. To do so, simply run command:
sudo apt update
3. Install or Upgrade Mixxx:
If an old Mixxx package was installed on your system, you may try upgrading the DJ software using Software Updater:
Or just run the command below in terminal to either install or upgrade the DJ software:
sudo apt install mixxx
Uninstall Mixxx:
You can easily remove the software by running command in terminal:
sudo apt remove --autoremove mixxx
And remove the PPA repository via Software & Updates, by removing relevant line utility under Other Software tab.
After more than two years of development, free open-source DJ software Mixxx 2.3.0 released as the big stable release with a total of 7477 changes over 1 million lines of code since the last release.
The new release introduced hotcue colors and custom labels. Hotcues can now have individual colors to make them visually distinguishable. And it’s now possible to see the hotcue labels on the overview waveforms, as well edit them by right-clicking.
For Rekordbox or Serato users, switching to Mixxx is easier. And it can now play tracks directly from USB drives that contain Rekordbox and Serato libraries.
The 2.3.0 also added Opus and HE-AAC streaming and recording support, as well as out-of-the-box support for:
Free DJ software Mixxx reached the new major 2.1 release recently. Here’s how to install it in Ubuntu 18.04, Ubuntu 17.10, Ubuntu 16.04, Ubuntu 14.04 via PPA.
Mixxx has an official PPA repository, which contains the binaries for Ubuntu 15.10, Ubuntu 15.04, Ubuntu 14.04, Ubuntu 12.04, and derivatives.
1. Add the PPA.
Open terminal from Unity Dash, App Launcher, or via Ctrl+Alt+T shortcut key. When it opens, paste below command and hit run:
sudo add-apt-repository ppa:mixxx/mixxx
Type in your password (no visual feedback just type in mind) when it asks and hit enter to continue.
2. Install or upgrade the software.
If you have a previous release installed, launch Software Updater after added the PPA to check for updates and upgrade Mixxx.
Or, run commands below one by one in terminal to do the update and install things:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install mixxx
3. (Optional)
After installation, you may keep the PPA for receiving future updates, or disable/remove PPA via either Software & Updates -> Other Software tab, or command:
Giada is a minimal, hardcore audio tool for DJs and live performers. Just pick your sample, drop it in any channel, and start the show by using this tiny piece of software as a loop machine, drum machine, sequencer, live sampler, or effect (VST) host. Giada aims to be a compact and portable virtual device for production use and live sets.
Giada 0.8.0 brings initial MIDI input support. It also fixes many annoying bugs and introduces some minor improvements.
Changelog:
initial MIDI input support
Fix freeze when recording audio inputs on a second channel
Fix ‘R’ button to show up even if the channel has no actions
Fix weird drawings of keypress actions in action editor
Free channel: delete ‘R’ button as well
Shift+key does not kill loop mode channels in a wait status
Fix issue with ‘R’ button and newly added actions
Remove “left”/”right” labels from main buttons
Download & Install Giada:
First check your OS type under System Settings -> Details. Choose to download the DEB from the official links below:
Mixxx is a digital DJ system, where Wave, Ogg, FLAC and MP3 files can be mixed on a computer for use in live performances. Filters, crossfader, and speed control are provided. Mixxx can sync the 2 streams automatically, using an algorithm to detect the beat.
The default Mixxx in Ubuntu repository is v1.10 while the latest has reached v1.11.0 with many great new features, bug fixes and performance improvements! This tutorial shows you how to install Mixxx 1.11.0 in Ubuntu 13.10 Saucy Salamander or Linux Mint 16 Petra via PPA.
Here’s the skinny on all the new features in Mixxx 1.11.0:
Colored, 3-band Waveforms
Don’t miss a beat. These waveforms make every kick, snare, and thumping beat stand out.
Brand New Beat Detector
With a brand new beat detection system based on the latest academic research at Queen Mary University, Mixxx’s beat detection is now deadly accurate. This means your loops, hotcues, and beatsyncing will be spot-on.
HID and Bulk Controller Support
Mixxx now supports non-MIDI devices using its powerful scripting system.
Mixxx 1.11.0 comes with HID presets for the following devices:
EKS Otus
Traktor Kontrol F1
Hercules DJ Console Mk1
Hercules DJ Console Mk2
Hercules DJ Control MP3 e2 (driver no longer necessary on Linux)
Nintendo Wiimote
Pioneer CDJ 850/900/2000
Sony SixxAxis
Session History
Whether you need to report your setlists to ASCAP or just remember the tracks you played last night, the new Session History feature keeps track of every tune you drop so that you don’t have to.
Beatloop Rolls
This stunning new effect works just like a beatloop except when you release the button the deck jumps to where it would have been if you hadn’t started the loop. Try it out by right-clicking on a beat-loop button.
Preview Deck
A highly-requested feature, the new preview deck allows you to preview tracks in your headphones without having to load them into a main deck. Just click preview on any track in the library and it will start to play in your headphones.
Advanced Search
The library search box received some much-needed love. Try out these example queries:
bpm:100-120 rating:>4
All tracks between 100 and 120BPM with rating greater than 4.
artist:”Aphex Twin”
All tracks with “Aphex Twin” in the artist column.
Now you can customize the crossfade period, re-queue tracks instead of removing, and more.
Point-and-Click MIDI Mapping
Getting your controller mapped is now easier than ever. Just click on the button or knob you want to map in Mixxx and then wiggle the control on your MIDI controller to wire it up.
New Sample Grid skin
With 16 sample decks, this skin is perfect for radio DJs and advanced beat-jugglers alike.
Time Widgets
Skins now show the time so you can keep your eye on the clock while in full-screen.
Sample Deck Improvements
Sample decks now have sync buttons.
When there is room skins now include more sample decks.
