Beat by beat
VirtualDJ is a proprietary multimedia mixing application developed for Microsoft Windows and macOS platforms. It operates as a standalone DJ engine capable of handling playback of multiple audio and video file types, as well as karaoke formats.
VirtualDJ’s core functionality centers on real-time processing, which includes traditional playback controls, like the tempo adjustment, equalization, and advanced AI-based real-time stem separation, precisely isolating components such as vocals, instruments, drums, and melody within a live mix. It seamlessly integrates low-latency hardware interfaces, supports MIDI-compatible controllers via plug-and-play detection, and includes intuitive tools for playlist management, effects routing, and flexible multi-deck control.
VirtualDJ supports tempo manipulation, multi-deck playback, and stem isolation using ModernEQ and EZRemix modes, enabling control of vocals, melody, bass, and drums via software pads or EQ knobs. It handles a range of audio, video, and karaoke formats with video decoding capability when a hardware-assisted GPU is present. It includes Stems+FX pads, allowing effects such as vocal echo, reverb, or beat grid to be applied individually to musical stems.
Unlock your mix
It runs on multiple desktop systems. Recommended minimum hardware includes an Intel i5 or AMD Ryzen 7 CPU, 8 GB RAM, and a multi-channel soundcard. For real-time stem separation, GPU acceleration via NVIDIA (GTX 1050 with 4 GB VRAM or better) or AMD (RX 5600 XT or better), and 16 GB RAM on macOS is required. However, stem processing can cause audio stutters if system resources are limited.
It has multiple zones, deck panels with waveform displays, a bottom or side playlist browser, and pad banks for stems/EQ control. Pads are selectable via drop-down for “STEMS” and “Stems + FX” pages, offering tactile stem toggling and effect routing. Menus and toolbars include browsing, performance settings, EQ mode selection (EZRemix, ModernEQ, Stems), and access to effects and plugins. It supports MIDI assignment and controller mapping for hardware integration.
Control every element
VirtualDJ offers real-time stem separation supported by GPU acceleration and multi-deck playback. System behavior relies on adequate CPU, RAM, and GPU resources to maintain seamless processing, particularly during stem isolation and video decoding. The interface is modular, exposing pads, EQ modes, a file browser, and effects panels for controlled execution. Hardware-based detection enables controller integration, while performance factors such as DPC latency and resource allocation influence operational stability.
