Operation Manual

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VirtualDJ features a powerful sampler, which provides the ability to record, load, save and play
samples on the fly. The sampler can be accessed by clicking on the “Sampler” tab in the lower
window and features 12 slots for samples which are available to use at any given point in time.
There are two types of samples that are supported – linear (one shot), and circular (looping)
samples.
Linear samples are samples which are played beginning to end. Typically, linear samples do
not have an intrinsic rhythm, and are often sound effects (applause, sirens, etc).
Circular samples are played in a looping fashion. Most often, these samples have an intrinsic
rhythm, which can be repeated forever.
However, there is no rule about how to use samples – it is all up to you whether you will use a
sample in a linear or circular fashion.
Playing Samples
To play a sample you can simply click on the “Play” button associated with the sample cell.
If the sample is a linear (one shot) sample, the sample cell will display -
The sample is played alongside the mix until the end of the sample.
If the sample is circular (looping) sample, the sample cell will display -
The sample is played alongside the mix and will continue to loop until the play of the sample is
stopped when “Play” is pressed a second time.
The speed of the sample is modified in order to synchronize with the active deck at the nearest
possible aligned beat when played. This ensures that the rhythm of the sample will be beat-
matched and aligned with the active deck, resulting in a smooth, natural sample playback.
SAMPLER