Digital 1 Audio, Inc (http://www.pcdj.com), pioneers of DJ software products designed for professional DJs, launched version 3.19 of their DEX 3 DJ software (Mac/Windows) with several upgrades including AIUnmixEQ™, an exciting feature for DJs that allows independent mixing of vocal, instruments, and percussion channels or “stems.”
“AIUnmixEQ™ is the culmination of many long hours spent in the PCDJ Lab. It’s truly incredible how AIUnmixEQ™ deconstructs audio, video, or karaoke tracks with impeccable precision, stemming out your tracks for on-the-fly mashup creation and perfect blends,” says Digital 1 Audio’s General Manager Ryan Sherr. “It’s a powerful tool for any DJ or KJ to have in their arsenal. From instant backing tracks to acapella’s, AIUnmixEQ™ makes it as simple as turning an eq knob on your DJ controller or pressing a kill button.”
As the name implies, DEX 3.19 uses machine learning (deep neural networks, a flavor of AI) to add real-time “unmixing,” or stem separation. DJs can use DEX 3’s equalizer knobs and kill pads to smoothly separate songs into 3 stems:
- Vocals (High eq knob)
- Instruments (Mid eq knob)
- Percussion/Drums (Low eq knob)
DEX 3.19’s new AIUnmixEQ™ feature brings up new opportunities for DJs and Karaoke Hosts:
- Live mashups and seamless advanced remixing
- On-the-fly acapella or instrumental
- Instant karaoke tracks from regular tracks (with or without guided vocals)
DJs can activate this DEX 3 DJ software feature from Options -> General tab -> “AIUnmixEQ™ – use the eq knobs as stems: Vocals, Instruments, Drums”.
Also new in DEX 3.19 is an upgraded audio engine boasting true 32-bit output, improving sound quality and overall performance, and support for industry-standard STEM files (files with a “.stem.mp4” extension that contain pre-separated stems: drums, bass, sounds/melody, voice/lead). BPM Sync has also received development attention; using Sync and Sync Start in DEX 3 work better with various music genres than in prior releases.
Important Note: AIUnmixEQ™ is only supported on modern Mac’s/PC’s with 8 GB of RAM or more. For performance reasons it is recommended that DJs also have a machine equipped with a dedicated GPU/Video Card (eg. NVidia, AMD, Apple M1/M2). AIUnmixEQ™ works for songs and videos under 15 minutes long.
DEX 3.19’s manufacturer’s suggested retail price is $149.
For more product information and a free evaluation version of DEX 3.13 please visit: http://www.pcdj.com/dj-software/dex-3/
For Digital 1 Audio marketing or dealer inquiries, Contact: Digital 1 Audio 611 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., #317
Clearwater, FL 33756
877-999-7235 x 402
rsherr@pcdj.com
Recommended System Requirements:
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: WINDOWS
- Windows 8.1 / Windows 10 / Windows 11
- Intel Core i3/i5/i7
- 8 GIG RAM or Better
- Video Card: Dedicated Graphics Card with at least 512MB (or integrated Intel HD 4000 Series or better)
- DirectX/ASIO Compatible Multi-Channel Audio Interface (and/or USB audio interface)
- 200 MB free on the hard-drive
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: MAC
- Mac: OSX 10.15 or greater
- Intel Core i5/i7 or M1/M2
- 8 GIG RAM or Better
- Video Card: Dedicated Graphics Card with at least 1GB RAM
- 200 MB free on the hard-drive
Important Note: The above are recommendations for standard 480p (SD) Video Mixing:
- For 720p HD videos: At least 4GB of RAM, 8GB recommended, a video card with at least 512MB dedicated video RAM
- For 1080p/1080i full HD videos: At least 4GB of RAM, 8GB recommended, a video card with at least 1GB dedicated video RAM
Since 1999, Digital 1 Audio/PCDJ has been recognized as a leading developer and manufacturer of DJ and Karaoke live performance software. More than 100,000 professional DJs around the world now spin with their computer using one of company’s entertainment products.