Big news for DJs everywhere: Apple has officially opened its Apple Music catalog—including over 100 million tracks—to DJ software and hardware platforms. This marks a major leap forward in how DJs can access, mix, and discover music
What’s Now Possible?
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Seamless streaming from Apple Music directly within Rekordbox, Serato, Engine DJ, Denon DJ, Numark, RANE DJ, and Algoriddim’s djay Pro.
- A new “DJ with Apple Music” category page inside the streaming app, featuring DJ-ready editorial playlists, curated mixes, and tools to fuel inspiration.
What DJ Platforms Are Supporting This?
| Platform | Apple Music Support Details |
|---|---|
| Rekordbox (AlphaTheta) | Supports streaming in versions of its software (Mac/Windows iOS) and hardware like XDJ-AZ and OMNIS-DUO |
| Serato DJ Pro | Integrates Apple Music to browse and stream tracks directly within the app |
| Engine DJ (inMusic) | Version 4.3 now includes full Apple Music access—standalone hardware users can stream on the fly |
| Algoriddim’s djay Pro | Already supports Apple Music streaming across desktop and mobile platforms |
DJ Controllers that support Apple Music:
AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ DJ Controller
AlphaTheta Omnis-Duo DJ Controller
Final Take
With Apple Music integration, DJs now wield an unprecedented amount of power in the booth. Whether you're preparing at home or performing live, having a 100-million-track catalog in your DJ toolkit—the kind you access with a few clicks—is a total game-changer.
Want steps on how to get started, comparisons between platforms, or tips for optimizing your workflow? Just say the word!