AlphaTheta: Apple Music support added to rekordbox and all-in-one DJ systems OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ
Choose from Apple Music’s catalog of over 100 million tracks to use in your sets - Access professional DJs’ playlists - Browse the whole Apple Music catalog directly from the OMNIS-DUO or 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. To provide new inspiration for DJ sets, the page will 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
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Product category：DJ software
Model number: rekordbox for Mac/Windows (ver. 7.1.0)
Release date：Out now
Download page：rekordbox.com/
Product category：DJ software app
Model number：rekordbox for iOS (ver. 4.4.0) *rekordbox for Android is coming soon
Release date：Out now
App Store download page：apps.apple.com/app/id1487048203
Google Play download page：play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.pioneerdj.rekordbox
Product category：Portable all-in-one DJ system
Model number: OMNIS-DUO firmware (ver. 1.21)
Release date: Out now
Firmware download page: support.pioneerdj.com/hc/en-us/articles/26559347114649-OMNIS-DUO-Firmware
Product category: 4-channel professional all-in-one DJ system
Model number: XDJ-AZ firmware (ver. 1.21)
Release date: Out now
Firmware download page: support.pioneerdj.com/hc/en-us/articles/37072403941145-XDJ-AZ-Firmware
KEY FEATURES
Expand your sound with Apple Music’s catalog of over 100 million tracks and 30,000 playlists
Apple Music is a globally renowned streaming service hosting over 100 million songs and more than 30,000 playlists. Now, you can import tracks from this huge catalog, combine them with your own collection, and create unique playlists for your sets. With all this music at your fingertips, you can easily find the right track for any moment and explore genres beyond your usual selections in your DJ sets. Using the search function, you can instantly access trending hits or timeless classics. And,by making mash-ups or addingeffects to well-known tracks, you can explore new creative possibilities in your DJ sets and enhance your mixes.
Use the latest rekordbox features with Apple Music
The latest update to rekordbox for Mac/Windows ver. 7 introduces new browsing features tailored for streaming services. You can quickly find tracks in Apple Music’s vast library with the help of artist images and album artwork as a visual reference. New tools that help enhance your DJ experience include Streaming Radar, which recommends tracks, and Collaboration Playlist, which lets you share playlists with friends. And you can now seamlessly play songs from Apple Music on compatible AlphaTheta DJ hardware.
Enjoy DJing anywhere with your smartphone and Apple Music
Install rekordbox for iOS on your iPhone or iPad to easily play hit tracks from Apple Music’s charts and enjoy DJing anytime, anywhere. Combine it with a lightweight and portable DJ controller like the DDJ-FLX2, and you can DJ with friends in various private settings, including home parties.
List of rekordbox-compatible DJ equipment
*For discontinued models, please check the rekordbox website.
https://rekordbox.com/support/link/
Directly access Apple Music from the OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ
Thanks to the StreamingDirectPlay feature, you can now directly access Apple Music from the OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ. So, you can load tracks and playlists straight from the streaming service, with automatic BPM and grid analysis. The on-screen waveforms for each track enable intuitive and precise beatmatching, helping you to craft smooth and dynamic DJ sets.
*StreamingDirectPlay on the OMNIS-DUO and XDJ-AZ can be used without a rekordbox subscription.
Seamlessly manage your music library
With rekordbox Cloud Library Sync, your music library stays up to date across all devices via the cloud. For example, you can import Apple Music tracks into rekordbox for iOS on your iPhone, set Hot Cues while you’re on the go, and have the changes instantly synced with your home PC’s library, as well as your OMNIS-DUO or XDJAZ if you’re using rekordbox CloudDirectPlay. This ensures that the latest Apple Music tracks and your settings are seamlessly shared across multiple devices, enabling smooth preparation and DJ sets.
*You’ll need a subscription to the rekordbox Creative or Professional plan, or a Cloud Option plan, to use Cloud Library Sync. Currently, new subscribers will not be able to sign up for the Creative plan individually due to a change in the payment system. We apologize for any inconvenience, and appreciate your understanding. Please consider subscribing to the Cloud Option plan or Professional plan.