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Karaoke Advice?!

mabbs 7:37 PM - 23 October, 2018
So, I'm an Event DJ (prefer that term to mobile!). I often get asked for karaoke and while it's not something I'm particularly keen to specialise in, it would be useful to have as an option.

I know Serato has the capabilities to do this, but there doesn't seem to be a definitive guide or very much information online regarding Serato as a Karaoke software.

Assuming I need the video expansion pack and a separate monitor of some kind to run via HDMI from my Macbook. I have a few controllers but mostly use the NS6ii these days. The NS6 has two mic inputs so again, making the assumption I can just go straight into that. Any tips or pointers from people already doing similar would be greatly appreciated.
DJ Tecniq 3:48 AM - 24 October, 2018
You would need Serato Video that’s it cause it has karaoke support
popnwave 3:41 PM - 24 October, 2018
He's got it, he's asking if karaoke users have any tips.
mabbs 3:54 PM - 24 October, 2018
There's software called kjams which would appear to be the best alternative for a mac user. I'd just prefer to use Serato as an all in one solution but not sure if it's a bit too bare bones for professional purposes?
skinnyguy 1:53 AM - 30 October, 2018
for an all in one solution? vdj. seriously.
high energy 4:09 PM - 30 October, 2018
Has anyone have virtual Dj and Serato in one laptop but just using one or the other. Not at the same time. Any issues having both?
the SOUNDINSURGENT 11:46 PM - 1 November, 2018
No issues whatso ever plus VDJ will read your crates and cues 👌🏾
skinnyguy 2:32 AM - 6 November, 2018
no issues.
DJ Joe in Florida 11:33 PM - 6 November, 2018
I sometimes receive customer requests for karaoke. The issue that I run in to is having the songs available to play. As you probably already know, karaoke files take up allot of storage space. So I ask around and a friend of mine turned me on to "KaraFun". Check them out at www.karafun.com. The fees are reasonable and all the songs you can handle. I use the app on my MacBook pro and it works great. Good Luck!

DJ Joe in Florida
the SOUNDINSURGENT 10:28 PM - 7 November, 2018
I’ll co-sign them as well. Cheap and super easy to use but make sure you have internet access where ever your needing it.