Virtual DJ (VDJ) is a professional audio and video mixing software. It can be used on both Windows and macOS systems. It is able to work with your DJ systems and recognize different hardware turntables or mixers. Users who subscribe to SoundCloud can even connect SoundCloud with Virtual DJ so as to stream and mix the entire SoundCloud catalog.
Can you use Spotify with Virtual DJ? Currently, there is no Virtual DJ Spotify integration, leading to the difficulty to link Spotify to Virtual DJ. But don’t worry, we have found the best tool to help you use Spotify with Virtual DJ. You will still be able to access Spotify music on Virtual DJ for mixing.
- Part 1. Can You Use Spotify with Virtual DJ
- Part 2. Tool to Get Spotify on Virtual DJ
- Part 3. How to Add Spotify to Virtual DJ
- Part 4. More Tips about Virtual DJ Spotify
Part 1. Can You Use Spotify with Virtual DJ
In fact, there was Virtual DJ Spotify integration at first. But it was removed on July 1, 2020. From then on, users could not find the Spotify streaming service in Virtual DJ’s library. Thus, you cannot directly use Spotify on Virtual DJ for audio or video mixing.
There may be persons who have tried to download Spotify music and then transfer them to Virtual DJ but failed. Why? Because Spotify music is encrypted by digital right management. This ensures you listen to Spotify music only on the Spotify app or its web player, even if you have downloaded them.
Actually, downloading and then transferring Spotify music to Virtual DJ is a good idea. It can be feasible after you convert Spotify music. Because it would be legal to use Spotify with Virtual DJ for personal use. You can easily add Spotify to Virtual DJ when Spotify music is downloaded as your local music files. In the following sections, you will be recommended the best tool to help you. Just keep reading.
Part 2. Tool to Get Spotify on Virtual DJ
Since now there is no integration of Spotify and Virtual DJ, it is inevitable to get assistance from a third-party tool to connect Spotify to Virtual DJ. To help you save time in searching for and comparing different products, here I would like to share the latest finding with you, which is named AudKit SpotiLab Music Converter.
This new generation Spotify converter is much better in performance than the previous generation. The conversion speed is one of its most outstanding features that can keep 5X on average and get 10X when the network traffic is low. It also allows you to batch add and convert Spotify music once.
Another amazing feature is the huge compatibility, supporting dozens of input and output formats. AudKit is fully compatible with Spotify songs, playlists, albums, podcasts, radios, audiobooks, and so on. After you import Spotify music into the converter, you can choose to convert Spotify to MP3, AAC, M4A, M4B, FLAC, WAV, and more common formats.
After finishing Spotify music conversion, you can play, import, and edit Spotify on Virtual DJ with ease. No need for Virtual DJ or Spotify premium, no need Virtual DJ Spotify plugin. Now you can install the AudKit SpotiLab Converter by the following “Download” button.
Main Features of AudKit Spotify Music Converter
- Support various audio formats such as MP3, FLAC, M4A, etc.
- Save ID3 tags and 100% accuracy of the original track
- 5X faster speed to convert Spotify songs
- Batch loading 100 Spotify tracks at a time
Part 3. How to Add Spotify to Virtual DJ
As you can see, it is really helpful to make flexible use of AudKit Spotify Music Converter when you want to use Spotify with Virtual DJ. Check the steps below to help you get a further understanding of how to make ‘Spotify Virtual DJ’ work.
Step 1 Drag and drop Spotify music to AudKit
Open the AudKit SpotiLab on your computer. The Spotify app will automatically open or reopen if you have launched it before. Now browse your Spotify music library and select the song or playlist you want to mix in Virtual DJ. Long press your selection then, drag and drop it to the interface of AudKit. Or you can copy the link of the music item and paste it to the search column in AudKit.
Step 2 Modify output settings of Spotify for Virtual DJ
Now hit the menu icon from the top-right corner on AudKit’s main window. On the unfolded menu, please choose the ‘Preference’ > ‘Convert’ option. Then reset the output settings of Spotify for Virtual DJ. It is recommended to select the output format as MP3. Then change other parameters for the sound quality of Spotify songs as you prefer.
Step 3 Convert and download Spotify music for Virtual DJ
Back to the main page of AudKit. Hit the big ‘Convert’ tab from the bottom-right corner. The program will turn on and accomplishes all tasks in a flash. Once the conversion is over, you can hit the folder icon hanging with a number to see the converted Spotify audio items. You are now able to listen to Spotify music offline as well as use Spotify with Virtual DJ.
Step 4 Start to add Spotify to Virtual DJ
Launch the Virtual DJ software on the computer. Click the “Local Music” tab at the bottom-left corner of the main interface. You can then load audio files from ‘Hard Drives’, ‘iTunes’, and so forth. Select your downloaded Spotify files from ‘Hard Drives’. If you are used to loading music from iTunes to Virtual DJ, you can also upload Spotify music to iTunes in advance.
Once you upload Spotify music to Virtual DJ software, you can start to mix Spotify playlists as you like. This method is available for any Spotify Free or Spotify Premium user.
Part 4. More Tips about Virtual DJ Spotify
Using AudKit SpotiLab Music Converter, you can easily use Virtual DJ with Spotify. Can Virtual DJ support other streaming services? We list some tips that you may need below.
What Music Streaming Services Work with Virtual DJ?
Music streaming service integration is one big feature of Virtual DJ software. You can access Deezer, TIDAL, SoundCloud, Beatport Link, and Beatsource Link on Virtual DJ.
How to Set up Streaming Services on Virtual DJ?
It is quite easy to set up streaming services on Virtual DJ software. Note that you need to have a paid subscription to your streaming service, or you cannot access the content of your streaming service.
Step 1. Download the newest Virtual DJ software on your computer.
Step 2. From the “Online Music” menu, right-click the streaming service you want to set up. Then click “Sign in” to log in to your account of your chosen streaming service.
Step 3. Once you complete connecting your streaming service to Virtual DJ, you can use its content to mix your audio or video freely.
Conclusion
As a powerful mixing software, Virtual DJ is suitable for most users. You can use several music streaming services on Virtual DJ software. But Spotify is out of the list. To connect Spotify to Virtual DJ, you need to get the assistance of AudKit SpotiLab Converter. Once you convert and download Spotify music to the compatible audio format with Virtual DJ, using Spotify with Virtual DJ is easy to achieve.