DJ Studio 4.0 Release Highlights

Summary

This meeting, led by Sibilon Dra and attended by DJ Studio team members and users, presented the upcoming DJ Studio 4.0 release, highlighting major upgrades in audio engine speed, stem separation, and user interface improvements.
Key topics included new stem models, free-floating samples, improved music discovery with Beatport/Beat Source integration, advanced export/import features, and the launch of an in-app coaching platform.
The release of DJ Studio 4.0 is planned for the next few weeks, with the "Next" version already available to select users for feedback and testing.
Numerous user questions were addressed, with some topics (such as BPM/beatgrid and video editing) earmarked for future webinars and further follow-up.

Upcoming weeks – Sibilon Dra & Team: Finalize and release DJ Studio 4.0 to all users, incorporating final feedback from "Next" testers.
Next version release – Dev Team: Ensure compatibility of new features with both Mac and Windows environments, especially improvements for non-Apple hardware.
Short-term – Sibilon Dra & Dev Team: Complete integration of payment and Zoom functionality into the Coach Connect platform.
Ongoing – Support/Community Team: Certify and onboard coaches for Coach Connect; review and respond to pending open questions, especially those submitted during the webinar.
Before official 4.0 release – Dev Team: Address outstanding bugs and feature requests, including vertical scrolling and further UI refinements.
Next few weeks – Sibilon Dra & Team: Organize a follow-up webinar focusing on BPM/beatgrid and tempo-related topics.
Product/Dev Team: Build YouTube teaser test feature for pre-mix copyright checks as discussed.

DJ Studio 4.0 features a rewritten C++ audio engine, enabling priority audio processing, support for up to 40 audio lanes, and noticeably faster, more professional workflow.
Stem separation is significantly enhanced: new HQ stem models for both instrumental and vocals, automatically applied for best results, reducing prior issues like "bleeding."
Stem visualization uses 11kHz mono for rapid display; actual audio stems are separated at full quality only when needed, resulting in faster user feedback and less delay.
Compatibility and performance on Windows have been prioritized, with support for major GPUs (Nvidia, AMD, Intel Iris), faster stem processing, and a compact, integrated engine.

Comprehensive UI updates, including the ability to move samples freely (free-floating), improved beat grid editing, and more responsive automation controls.
Merged beat grid and waveform modes for greater editing flexibility; quantization options allow for fixed or flexible tempo handling.
Enhanced editing tools: easier sample duplication, precise movement with/without quantize, new copy/repeat interactions, and visual cues for stem/sample types.
Updates to mashup/mix modes streamline cross-deck editing and address previous pain points.
Plans for vertical scroll functionality and better video integration in future releases (4.1/4.2).

New integration with Beatport and Beat Source enables both streaming and direct purchase of tracks, with up to 2-minute previews available for creative experimentation before buying.
Automated shopping cart and price updating streamline the export-ready workflow.
Music discovery is enhanced with curated charts (Billboard, Shazam, Spotify, crate hackers) and playlist import from Spotify and other DJ platforms.
Crate Hackers integration activated for US/mobile DJs, allowing curated playlist import.

Exports now support higher audio quality (16/24/32-bit WAV, FLAC) and preserve track edits for platforms like Rekordbox and Serato.
Improved import capabilities for DJ Pro, MixMeister (including legacy mut files), Engine DJ, and Traktor.
No plans for MIDI/DAW-oriented features or direct video editing in 4.0; focus remains on DJ mixing and mashup, not full production.
Mixed In Key Pro will soon allow direct export to DJ Studio for seamless mashup creation.
Elastic Pro repitching (licensed from Zplane) will be available as a paid module to offer best-in-class audio quality.

In-app Coach Connect platform created to connect DJ Studio experts with new users; includes instant chat, booking, payment, and (soon) Zoom integration.
Coaches set their own rates; certification requires submitting a mix project and a short intake call.
New in-app forum and messaging system (distinct from Discord) to foster community, address support needs, and enable feature discussions.
Gamification (badges, levels) under development to reward active users and promote coach candidates.

Release DJ Studio 4.0 as a major version — Due to the substantial rewriting of the audio engine, new stem models, and multiple groundbreaking features, the release will be branded as version 4.0 rather than a minor update.
Implement Coach Connect platform inside DJ Studio — Internal, user-driven coaching marketplace to be launched, supporting onboarding, self-set rates, and community engagement.
Prioritize Windows support and cross-platform performance — Addressed historical gaps for non-Apple users with major technical investments.
Exclude phrase detection from 4.0 production release — Feature remains in beta while work continues to enable local (non-cloud) execution for all GPU types.
No MIDI/DAW/advanced video editing in 4.0 — To keep DJ Studio focused on DJ mixing and mashups, not general audio production.

How/when will the video editing module be expanded (vertical scroll, multiple video lanes, subtitling, etc.) in upcoming releases?
Confirmation of timeline for implementing YouTube copyright teaser testing tool.
Ongoing: Provide clear certification path and support structure for new Coach Connect participants.
Team to review and address remaining user questions from the session (noted as 370+ open).
Schedule and content for next webinar, especially on BPM/beatgrid/tempo, to be finalized.
Further investigation and fixes needed for voice-over lane and video editing feature requests.
Clarify approach for export of samples used in transitions and complex edits on two-deck setups.