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Virtual DJ, short for VDJ, is a music mixer software DJs use to remix songs and create something cool. Virtual DJ is the best choice for most of the DJs, for it has maintained the champion among all DJ software for the past 20 years, with no other competitor comes close. Apple Music has a abundant resource of songs so many VDJ users asking if they can add Apple Music to Virtual DJ to mix. The answer will be no but yes.
Part 1. How to Import Apple Music to Virtual DJ
You open Virtual DJ, excited to mix those tracks you've got on Apple Music, but then - disappointment hits. Even though you can access the iTunes or Music option, you can't access your Apple Music anywhere in Virtual DJ. Why? Because Apple Music tracks are protected by something called DRM, or Digital Rights Management. This protection is designed to keep the music you stream from being used outside of the Apple ecosystem. Essentially, it means you can't just take a track from Apple Music and use it in Virtual DJ like you would with a regular MP3 file. Virtual DJ only supports music streaming services like Tidal, Deezer, and SoundCloud. It also allows you to use your own purchased or downloaded tracks, but when it comes to Apple Music, that's where the problem lies.
Key Supportive Formats:
- Apple Music Downloads: M4P (protected)
- iTunes Purchases: AAC (unprotected)
- Virtual DJ Supported Formats: MP3, WAV, CDA, WMA, ASF, OGG, M4A, AAC, AIF, FLAC, MPC, APE, AIFF, OMG
- ViWizard Output Formats: MP3, M4A, M4B, WAV, AAC, FLAC
You might be wondering, "So, what now? How can I use my favorite Apple Music tracks in Virtual DJ?" Well, ViWizard Apple Music Converter is your key to unlocking those Apple Music tracks and making them compatible with Virtual DJ. ViWizard Apple Music Converter removes the DRM protection from your Apple Music tracks and converts them into formats that Virtual DJ supports, like MP3, WAV, or AAC. This tool not only removes the DRM protection but also retains the lossless audio and all the original ID3 tags, so your music sounds great and is fully organized. You can even customize the output settings, including sample rate and bitrate, to suit your DJing needs.
Key Features of ViWizard Audio Converter
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- Convert songs, albums, and playlists from Apple Music to MP3
- Remove DRM protection from Apple Music, iTunes, and Audible
- Save the converted audios with the original quality and ID3 tags
- Support the conversion of up to 100 audio formats to others
Part 2. How to Download Apple Music/iTunes Music to Virtual DJ
Make sure to download and install ViWizard Audio Converter as well as the iTunes app on the computer, and follow these steps.
Step 1Add Apple Music to ViWizard
First, download ViWizard from the above link and please confirm that Apple Music works well in your computer. Before started, you need to make sure the Apple Music songs you are going to convert could play well on your computer. Otherwise please authorize to play those audios in advance. Launch ViWizard and Apple Music both and you will find three icons on the central top of the converter.
1) This music note icon is to add DRM audios to the converter.
2) This icon is to import non-DRM audios to ViWizard.
3) This is where you can find the converted audio files.
4) Besides that, you can directly drag files from the Apple Music media folder to the ViWizard as well.
Step 2Change Output Format and Output Path
Once all the audios are loaded, open the Format panel to select an output format for your audio files. Virtual DJ supports MP3, WAV, CDA, WMA, ASF, OGG, M4A, AAC, and so on. We suggest you choose MP3 as the default format. Right next to the "Format" is the Output Path option. Click on to relocate your converted songs wherever you want rather than the default file destination.
Step 3Edit the Output Songs with Extra features
Format and Output Path are the basic settings. As a DJ lover, we know you would want more than that. ViWizard prepares many extra features for you to edit and trim your output audios.
1) Under the "Format" panel, you can fine-tune the codec, channel, sample rate, bit rate and quality of the audio files. You can also change the audio volume, speed and pitch.
2) This magic stick icon on the right of each column is to adjust the volume, speed, and pitch of the converted songs.
3) This edit icon on the right of each column enables you to tailor the tags and split the audios.
Step 4Convert Apple Music to DRM-free Format
When all the parameters and the output folder are set ready, you can begin to convert the DRM-ed Apple Music by pressing the "Convert" button. Once the conversion finishes, you can locate the DRM-free audio files in the folder you selected.
Part 3. How to Mix Apple Music with Virtual DJ
You can choose to add the local files directly to Virtual DJ for your mixes. If you use iTunes to manage your music collection, consider replacing the digital music by them. This will allow you to access all the compatible audio files in the iTunes folder.
- Launch Virtual DJ on your computer. Once it's up and running, you'll see the main interface where all your music and tools are accessible.
- On the left-hand side, find the "Local Music" folder. Click the "+" button next to it to expand the options, which will include Desktop, Drive, iTunes, Music, and more.
- Click the "+" button next to the "Music" folder. This will display all the compatible music files stored on your computer, including the Apple Music tracks you've converted.
- Locate the Apple Music tracks you want to mix. Drag them directly from the list and drop them onto the Decks in Virtual DJ. Your tracks will load, and you can start mixing immediately.
If you prefer using iTunes:
- Launch the iTunes app on your computer. Go to "File" > "Add File/Folder to Library" and select the folder where your converted tracks are saved. Once added to your iTunes library, ensure that iTunes is set to share its XML library by going to "Edit" > "Preferences" > "Advanced" and checking the "Share iTunes XML Library with other applications" box.
- Back in Virtual DJ, navigate to "Local Music" > "iTunes," and your converted tracks should be listed there. Just drag and drop them onto the Decks to start mixing.
By following these simple steps, you can easily import your Apple Music tracks into Virtual DJ and start creating your mix. Enjoy the process and let your creativity flow!
The Bottom Lines
Now you may know how to connect Apple Music to Virtual DJ. There are some rumors about Virtual DJ may implement Apple Music in the future update. Whether the rumors will come true or not, ViWizard Audio Converter is a convenient and efficient solution for you to dj with Apple Music. Go get one for yourself and you will like it.
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