How to Integrate Spotify Music with Mixxx [Full Guide]

Part 1. Does Mixxx Work with Spotify

No, Mixxx does not support the Spotify streaming service natively. Mixxx is Open Source Software (FOSS), which means its code is free for anyone to read and change. However, Spotify uses DRM technology to protect its music library. Besides, Spotify offers songs in the protected OGG Vorbis format. In this case, Mixxx is not compatible with Spotify music. Fortunately, Mixxx supports importing native files for mixing, such as MP3, FLAC, WAV, AIFF, OGG Vorbis, AAC, etc. Therefore, you need to convert Spotify tracks to Mixxx-compatible format before importing them to Mixxx.

Spotify Music Format	Mixxx Compatible Format
Protected Ogg Vorbis	FLAC, WAV, AIFF, MP3, Ogg Vorbis, AAC, Opus

Part 2. How to Convert Spotify Music for Mixxx

As mentioned above, Mixxx supports many common audio formats, including MP3, WAV, FLAC, etc. If your Spotify files are saved in one of these formats, Mixxx can read them. And then it's able to add Spotify to Mixxx in wanted way. To do that, you need a tool.

That is where the trustworthy and credible AudFree Spotify Music Converter comes in. This tool is designed to help free and premium Spotify users to download Spotify songs, playlists, albums, etc. as local files at up to 320kbps for Mixxx and other programs.

It supports converting Spotify music to Mixxx-supported audio formats such as MP3, FLAC, and WAV. It can also maintain 100% lossless audio quality and complete ID3 tags while working at a fast conversion speed. With such powerful features, you can mix original Spotify songs in Mixxx DJ easily.

How to Download Spotify Songs for Mixxx

AudFree Spotify Music Converter is also a cross-platform Spotify to Mixxx converter. You can download and install the right version on your computer according to the version of Mixxx. After that, let's see how to convert Spotify music to Mixxx-compatible audio files.

Step 1Add Spotify music to AudFree SpoDable

First, please launch the AudFree Spotify Music Converter. To add Spotify songs, you can directly drag and drop them from the Spotify web player to the tool's '+ ♫' section. Or hit the Spotify audio track and hit the '+ ♫' button. Then click the 'Add to list' button.

Step 2Set Spotify output format for Mixxx

To convert Spotify music to Mixxx-compatible files, please click the top-right menu bar. Then please click the 'Preferences' > 'Conversion' section. Now, please set the Spotify output format and other audio parameters for Mixxx.

Step 3Convert Spotify music for Mixxx

Press the big 'Convert' icon on the Converting screen, the download mode of AudFree Spotify Music Converter will be launched. It will download Spotify music to the local computer at 13X faster speed. And the downloaded Spotify songs will be saved in the audio format you set before. Then they can be synced to Mixxx without limits.

Part 3. How to Get Spotify Songs into Mixxx

Once the Spotify conversion is complete, you can import the converted tracks into Mixxx and start using them in your DJ sets. Here are three methods you can use to integrate Spotify music with Mixxx for your reference.

Method 1. How to Sync Spotify to Mixxx Directly

Step 1. Open Mixxx on your computer.

Step 2. Click on the "File" > "Load tracks to Deck 1 to Deck 4" button.

Step 3. Find the converted local Spotify tracks in a selecting folder window and you can drag and drop the tracks directly into the Mixxx library.

Step 4. The Spotify tracks will appear in the library, and you can start using them in your DJ sets.

Method 2. How to Add Spotify Music to Mixxx Library from Computer

This method involves adding the converted Spotify tracks from your computer's file system into Mixxx. Here are the steps involved:

Step 1. Launch Mixxx DJ software on your computer desktop.

Step 2. Click on "Select Folder" to select the destination music folder to store your Spotify song files.

Step 3. Mixxx will then scan and load your local Spotify music into the Mixxx music library.

Step 4. Alternatively, you can select "Computer" > "Devices" to locate the Spotify music folder in order to load it into Mixxx DJ.

Method 3. How to Route Spotify into Mixxx from iTunes

Actually, Mixxx supports loading iTunes library for music mixing. In this case, you can add Spotify tracks to iTunes first, and after that, it is a simple task to make Spotify Mixxx work.

Step 1. Open iTunes on your computer, click the "File" menu, select "Library" > "Add File to Library" to import Spotify files into iTunes.

Step 2. Run Mixxx and click on the "iTunes" tab in the library.

Step 3. Browse and select the Spotify tracks you want to use in your DJ sets.

Step 4. Drag and drop the Spotify tracks onto the Mixxx deck for DJing.

Part 4. How to Use Mixxx with Spotify

Once you have added your Spotify tracks to Mixxx, you can start using them in your DJ sets. Mixxx offers various DJ functions that you can use to mix your tracks seamlessly. Here are the detailed steps involved in DJing Spotify music on Mixxx.

Step 1. Launch Mixxx on your computer, select the Spotify track you want to use in the decks.

Step 2. Click on the Headphone icon on a deck to hear the Spotify track through your headphones.

Step 3. Tap the Sync button on a deck to match its tempo with the other deck.

Step 4. Use the EQ controls to adjust the sound of each Spotify track. You can adjust the low, mid, and high frequencies to create a balanced mix.

View also: How to Use Spotify Equalizer

Step 5. Hit the Effects tab in the mixer and select an effect from the dropdown menu.

Step 6. Move the crossfader from one deck to another to fade out one Spotify track and fade in the other.

View also: How to Crossfade Spotify

Step 7. Click on the Record button in Mixxx and select a location to save your recording.

Step 8. When you're finished with your DJ set, click on the Stop button to end the Spotify mix.

Part 5. FAQs about Spotify on Mixxx

Is There a Mixxx Spotify Plugin on GitHub?

No. Now there is no Spotify plugin for Mixxx or other services. Besides, downloading Spotify plugin for Mixxx from other platforms poses a serious risk to your computer.

What Is the Best Audio Format to Convert Spotify Music for Mixxx?

It is highly recommended to convert Spotify to MP3 at 320kbps. This format is widely supported by all DJ software and provides a perfect balance of sound quality and file size.

Can I Record My DJ Set If I Use Converted Spotify Music on Mixxx?

Yes. The converted Spotify audio files you loaded into Mixxx are common MP3 files, so you can record the full set without any limits.

Why Are My Converted Spotify Songs Not Showing up in the Mixxx Library?

It may be caused by Mixxx doesn't detect new files on your computer automatically. So, you must tell it which folder to scan. Please go to Preferences > Library on Mixxx. Then tap Add and choose the folder that contains the converted Spotify music files on your computer. Next, tap Apply. Later, head to the top menu bar, click Library and choose Rescan Library. After that, you will see your converted Spotify music files in Mixxx library.

Can I Stream Tidal or SoundCloud on Mixxx Instead Spotify?

If you prefer unique remixes or superior audio quality, you can import from SoundCloud or Tidal music to Mixxx for mixing.

Part 6. In Conclusion

While there is no Mixxx Spotify Integration, you can follow this article to seamlessly mix music. By using the AudFree Spotify Music Downloader, you can not only add Spotify playlists to Mixxx, but also any other third-party DJ applications (such as Rekordbox, etc.). Whether you're a professional DJ or a music enthusiast, using Mixxx DJ with Spotify can take your mixes to the next level.