Update: Sep 24th, 2025: rekordbox for Mac/Windows now supports playback from Spotify!
Update! March 25th, 2025: Apple Music support added to rekordbox and all-in-one DJ systems OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ
AlphaTheta Corporation has made another step toward offering DJs complete creative freedom by adding support for Apple Music to its rekordbox DJ software and selected hardware systems. This update enables you to play seamlessly using Apple Music’s massive library of over 100 million tracks, and its expertly curated playlists, when you play with rekordbox and supported DJ gear.
With the OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ all-in-one DJ systems, you can now connect directly to Apple Music via the internet and get instant access to the latest club tracks, chart hits, and nostalgic classics, plus your favorite playlists from your Apple Music account. This integration enables you explore new creative possibilities in your DJ sets.
To unlock these features, updates were released for rekordbox for Mac/Windows (ver. 7.1.0), rekordbox for iOS (ver. 4.4.0), OMNIS-DUO firmware (ver. 1.21), and XDJ-AZ firmware (ver. 1.21) on March 25, 2025.
Also through this collaboration with Apple Music, AlphaTheta will launch the AlphaTheta DJ Mix Curator Page on the streaming platform. This page will host playlists specially curated by professional DJs chosen by AlphaTheta. And, to provide new inspiration for DJ sets, the page will also feature DJ mixes along with unmixed playlists of all the featured tracks so you can create your own version of each mix at home.
*An Apple Music subscription is needed to use the streaming service.
*An internet connection is needed to play tracks from Apple Music.
*rekordbox for Android is coming soon
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Club-standard DJ experience with the feeling of complete control
Key features
The XDJ-AZ inherits the layout and feel of the flagship CDJ-3000 and DJM-A9 to give you an intuitive experience. When you perform on the system, it feels as if you’re at one with the decks, allowing for more creative performances. With full-size jog wheels that feel just like those on the CDJ-3000, pitch bending and scratching on the XDJ-AZ are incredibly smooth. The mixer section inherits the intuitive layout of the DJM-A9, with all controls positioned to maximize playability. And it features user-friendly buttons for assigning Beat FX to help you express yourself through the music. So, when you’ve mastered the XDJ-AZ, you’ll be familiar with the way club-standard equipment works and feels, making it much easier to perform at your best in clubs.
Built-in Wi-Fi and support for various media types to suit your DJ style
rekordbox CloudDirectPlay compatibility
Access your cloud-based rekordbox library directly from the XDJ-AZ with CloudDirectPlay. You can use the latest version of your playlists and performance data, such as Hot Cue information, and even update it from the unit. This not only ensures a seamless DJ experience but also allows you to do all your preparation solely from your all-in-one system.
*You’ll need a subscription to the rekordbox Creative or Professional plan, or Cloud Option to use rekordbox CloudDirectPlay.
StreamingDirectPlay compatibility
With support for Beatport Streaming, the StreamingDirectPlay feature enables you to directly play tracks from Beatport’s vast dance music library and the latest genre-specific playlists. You’ll even get analysis data such as waveform, BPM, and grid information so you can easily mix new and diverse music into your sets.
*To use StreamingDirectPlay on the XDJ-AZ, you’ll need to subscribe to the Beatport Streaming Professional or Advanced plan.
Extensive device and DJ application compatibility
As well as playing tracks from USB drives, you can DJ by connecting to your PC/Mac or mobile device. And, if you want to showcase your individuality even further, you can play audio from external devices like turntables and samplers. The unit has a USB Type-C port for PC/Mac connection, so you can use rekordbox for Mac/Windows in Performance mode or Serato DJ Pro and there’s no need for a paid subscription plan for either. And, if you use the Wi-Fi connection for rekordbox Link Export, you can conveniently access tracks from your PC/Mac or mobile device without needing to plug in cables.*
* You can use the Link Export of rekordbox for Mac/Windows or rekordbox for iOS/Android. Link Export in rekordbox for Android doesn’t support wired connections.
Large touchscreen for seamless control, from selecting tracks to performing
The 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen on the XDJ-AZ doesn’t just give you more visual information – it makes it easier to control everything too. Up to 13 tracks can be displayed at once – a massive increase from the 8 on the XDJ-XZ – so you can see more of your music and find songs quicker. Other advanced features include Playlist Bank, to which you can register up to 4 playlists for rapid access, Touch Preview, which allows you to preview tracks in playlists without loading them, and Touch Cue, which you can use to preview the upcoming section of tracks currently playing on the deck. All this makes track selection quick and smooth. And, with the option to display the status of the selected Performance Pad and Beat FX settings simultaneously, you can instantly grasp the information you need in order to perform.
Standalone 4-deck playback: DJ your way
Whether you want to add more sounds to your mix, create live mashups, go back-to-back with another DJ, or get more tracks lined up so you’re ready to drop them at the perfect time, 4-deck playback support on the XDJ-AZ gives you the flexibility to perform however you like. You can seamlessly integrate CDJs into your setup too, so there’s no need to switch decks. With PRO DJ LINK™ compatibility, beat and on-air information are synced across the players, so you’ll feel in full control.
Ultra-low-latency wireless monitoring with SonicLink-compatible DJ headphones
Thanks to the integrated SonicLink transmitter, you can enjoy ultra-low-latency wireless monitoring with the HDJ-F10 professional DJ headphones. Press a single button to pair the XDJ-AZ with the headphones and you can move around the DJ booth or stage freely, knowing you’ll never tangle or pull on a cable. SonicLink is AlphaTheta’s own proprietary ultra-low-latency wireless technology. It transmits audio 20 times faster than the commonly used Bluetooth® SBC codec, so you’ll never notice a delay between pressing a button or scratching with the jog wheels and hearing the sound from the output.
*The XDJ-AZ doesn’t support a wireless connection with the WAVE-EIGHT portable wireless DJ speaker.
