FutureDecks Review - A Free Download For Mac OS X
FutureDecks is an audio-video DJ mixing software for the Mac OS X platform. It offers a professional DJ interface with advanced features. Although it is priced at $40, you can download a free trial to see if it meets your needs.
FutureDecks provides you with two decks, a mixer, and a playlist. It also offers several effects. The application's audio engine has been improved and new features include the ability to add MIDI controllers and video mixing. In addition to that, the software is now cross-platform.
When you open the program, you are greeted by a large and stylish interface. There are many controls, including those for the video player, browser, and playlist management window. Those controls are organized in panels that are logically laid out.
After a few minutes of using the program, you may get used to its layout. You can adjust the volume, tempo, and EQ of songs. Moreover, you can also press the CUE-PLAY button to play a song from the position you saved.
In addition, you can switch between the monitor and master outputs. If you have an external mixer or a turntable, you can connect those devices to the FutureDecks' outputs. This is especially useful if you need to use an instrument while mixing.
FutureDecks is designed for use by DJs in clubs and bedroom settings. Specifically, it offers automatic BPM detection, as well as support for timecoded vinyls. Another interesting feature is the ability to play back a track in reverse.