How to Use Tidal on djay Pro Offline/Online

Part 1. How to Use Tidal on djay Pro Online via Tidal with DJ Extension

To use the djay Pro Tidal integration online, first, subscribe to the Tidal plan and purchase the DJ Extension. Also, make sure that you have a stable internet connection. After that, follow the guide below to start.

View also: How to Get Tidal Free Trial

Step 1. Open djay Pro on your Windows, Mac, or iOS device and go to the Music Library section.

Step 2. Click on the Tidal logo and tap the "Log in to Tidal" button, then sign in with your account.

Step 3. Once you have successfully connected Tidal to djay Pro, djay Pro will load your Tidal music collection, including playlists and curated content.

Step 4. You can begin loading and mixing your Tidal tracks into your djay Pro decks. djay Pro will analyze the BPM and Key for you.

Note: You must connect to an internet connection to load and mix Tidal music on djay Pro continuously. Moreover, you can't load the downloaded Tidal music files in the Tidal app into djay Pro as they are encrypted offline files that djay Pro can't access.

Part 2. How to Get Tidal on djay Pro Offline (Even with Neutral Mix)

After the Tidal free trial expires or you cancel the subscription, it is impossible to continue mixing Tidal on djay Pro. If you want to avoid paying for extra DJ Extension Add On cost, use Neural Mix without limitations, or save data, the above method is not the best for you.

The best solution is to download Tidal music as actual local audio files using the tool called AudFree Tidal Music Converter. This smart tool is specialized in converting Tidal music to MP3, AIFF, FLAC, WAV, and other universal audio formats with high and Lossless quality. This feature enables you to mix Tidal songs on djay Pro even on other devices offline that support these formats.

With the latest conversion techniques, the audio will be converted while maintaining 100% original quality and raw metadata. After the conversion, all of your favorite Tidal songs will be saved in the local computer's folder indefinitely. This makes it easy to import Tidal music to the djay Pro app for DJing.

How to Download Tidal Music Locally for djay Pro

Now, let's take a quick look at how to convert Tidal music to djay-compatible format using AudFree Tidal Music Converter.

Step 1Sync Tidal playlists to AudFree Tidal Music Converter

After you download and open the AudFree Tidal Music Converter on the computer, please log in to your Tidal music account. Find your favorite Tidal playlists on the Tidal web player and hit the '+ ♫' icon at the right side. Then choose 'Add to list' to load Tidal tracks into AudFree Tidal Music Converter.

Step 2Select Tidal sound settings for djay Pro

Open the menu bar on the Windows version of AudFree. Or open the default menu of Mac > 'AudFree Tidal Music Converter'. From the drop-down menu, choose 'Preferences' and go to 'Conversion'. Now, you can set the output parameters as you like. You can choose bit rate up to 320kbps and sample rate up to 192kHz.

Step 3Convert Tidal playlists for djay Pro

Click the 'Convert' button from the bottom right corner of AudFree's Converting interface. Once the process ends, please click the 'Converted' icon with a red checkmark. Then you will be led to the output folder to check all converted Tidal files.

Video GuideDownload Tidal playlists for djay Pro

Here you can watch a YouTube video to learn how to use the AudFree Tidal Music Converter.

How to Add Tidal to djay Pro Offline

On Windows/Mac Computer:

Step 1. Open the djay Pro software on your computer.

Step 2. Click on the "Library" or 'My Collection' tab at the top of the djay Pro interface to access your music library.

Step 3. Simply locate the local music files on your computer and drag them directly into the djay Pro library window.

Step 4. Or click on the "File" menu at the top of the screen, then select "Import" or "Add Files" to browse for and select the local Tidal music files you want to add.

Or, you can import Tidal music to iTunes or Apple Music app on your computer. Then go to djay Pro program to find the files under the iTunes or Apple Music section.

View also: How to Add Tidal Music to Apple Music

On iOS (iPhone/iPad):

Step 1. Locate the converted Tidal music files folder on your Mac and AirDrop it to your iOS device. Or, upload the music folder to the cloud, open the Files app on your iOS device and download the folder to 'On My iPhone'.

Step 2. Launch djay Pro app on your iOS device and tap the Music Note icon to open its library.

Step 3. Touch the Files source at the bottom or side of the screen.

Step 4. Tap the + icon in the top corner, then choose 'Add Folder', go to 'On My iPhone' to locate your music folder with the converted Tidal music files and click Done.

On Android:

Step 1. Connect your mobile phone to your computer via a USB cable, then transfer the converted Tidal music files to your Android device.

Step 2. Open the djay Pro app on your Android phone, then touch the Library or Music Note icon.

Step 3. Choose the Explorer or Files tab from the library source list.

Step 4. Tap + or Add Folder, choose the location, click 'Use this Folder' and tap 'Allow'.

After that, you can load a track on djay Pro. Then you will notice the Neural Mix knobs (Vocals, Harmonic, and Drums) are fully active and instant now. After that, you can mix Tidal with djay Pro offline and get full Neural Mix separation.

Part 3. Tips to Use Tidal with djay Pro for a Better Mix

Once Tidal is enabled on djay Pro, users can easily load Tidal music tracks into the djay Pro decks and mix them. To help you perform like a pro, use these tips to DJ with Tidal tracks on djay Pro.

Tip 1. Optimize Tidal Streaming Quality on djay Pro for Stability

If your internet network is not stable enough, you can try to lower the streaming quality. Just go to djay Pro Settings > Library > Tidal, then switch the quality from Max (HiRes) to High (320kbps).

Tip 2. Use the 'Match' Feature for Discovering New Tracks Instantly

While Tidal track is playing on djay Pro, open the library sidebar and click the 'Match' button. Later, djay Pro will suggest Tidal music tracks that match the Key and BPM based on the current playing song. In this case, you will find new music from Tidal.

Tip 3. Master Video Mixing (Tidal Exclusive)

Tidal is the only one platform that allows you to stream music videos on djay Pro. Just go to djay Pro program, toggle the monitor icon at the top to enable the Video Mode. Once you load a Tidal track with a small 'TV' icon next to it, you will see the music video on djay Pro. Besides, you can scratch the video, apply visual transitions, output to a projector via HDMI and so on.

Tip 4. Use Automix for Bathroom Breaks

You can load a Tidal playlist into the Automix queue, then click the Automix icon (two arrows) at the bottom. djay Pro's AI will achieve seamless transitions between songs by using a beat grid from Tidal analysis data.

Part 4. How to Fix djay Pro Tidal Not Working

If you're experiencing issues with djay Pro Tidal not working/loading, here are some steps you can take to troubleshoot the problem.

1. Use Local Tidal Music on djay Pro (Ultimate solution): The best way to avoid and fix all streaming errors is to upload local Tidal music on djay Pro. In this way, you do not need to connect to Tidal. The best Tidal downloader we recommend is AudFree Tidal Music Converter.

2. Check Tidal Subscription and DJ Extension Status: Confirm that your Tidal subscription is active, especially you should pay for an additional DJ extension.

3. Lower Streaming Quality: Try to stream Tidal music on djay Pro to High or Normal to fix the buffering or loading lags issue.

4. Force Refresh the Library: Try to log out of Tidal inside the djay Pro app. Then restart djay Pro and log in to your Tidal account again to force a fresh library sync.

5. Update djay Pro & Tidal: Make sure that you are using the latest version of djay Pro and Tidal. Outdated software may have compatibility issues.

6. Reinstall djay Pro: If the issue persists, try uninstalling and then reinstalling djay Pro. This can often fix issues related to corrupted files or settings.

7. Contact Official Support: If none of the above steps work, consider reaching out to Algoriddim (djay Pro's developer) or Tidal support. They may be able to offer more specific advice or troubleshoot deeper issues.

Part 5. FAQs about djay and Tidal

Spotify or Tidal, Which Is Better for djay Pro?

Tidal is superior for professional DJs as it offers Lossless HiFi audio and music video streaming, which Spotify doesn't. But Spotify is cheaper for most DJs. It depends on your needs.

View also: Spotify vs Tidal

Is Tidal Better than Beatport or Beatsource for djay Pro?

Beatport is better for electronic/house DJs and offers a limited 'Offline Locker', while Tidal is better for mobile DJs who want to stream pop music and music videos.

View also: Beatport vs Tidal

Can I Record My DJ Sets While Using Tidal Tracks on djay Pro?

No, you can't record the streaming Tidal music online on djay Pro due to copyright DRM. But if you add local files which are converted with AudFree Tidal Music Converter to djay Pro, you can use the Record feature.

Part 6. In Conclusion

Tidal and djay Pro make a powerful combination for DJs looking to elevate their mixes. With a Tidal subscription, you can seamlessly integrate Tidal's vast music library into djay Pro including millions of tracks and music videos. However, there is no Offline Mode and Neural Mix. In this case, you can get help with the AudFree Tidal Music Converter to mix Tidal music on djay Pro offline. Choose a way to take your DJing to new heights and create unforgettable performances.