Tidal and Denon DJ are both highly regarded in the music industry. Tidal offers a vast library of high-quality music, making it a favorite for audiophiles and DJs. Denon DJ, on the other hand, is known for its professional-grade DJ equipment, such as the Prime series.
Denon DJ has seamlessly integrated with Tidal. In this article, we'll explore how to make Tidal Denon DJ working together online and offline. You also can find other tips on using Tidal on Denon DJ.
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Part 1. More about Denon DJ Tidal
Before connecting Tidal to Denon DJ, let's see some information about Tidal Denon DJ.
Does Denon DJ Support Tidal?
Yes, Denon DJ has partnered with Tidal to provide DJs with access to over 110 million songs and thousands of expertly curated playlists.
✨ FYI: Tidal: Made for DJs
Requirements to Connect Tidal to Denon DJ
Supported Denon DJ Devices: Only specific Denon DJ models support Tidal streaming, such as the Prime 4, SC5000, SC6000, and Prime GO.
Tidal Subscription: You need an active 'Tidal + DJ Extension' subscription for high-quality streaming.
✨ FYI: Choose Your Favorite Tidal Plan
Latest Firmware/Software: Ensure your Denon DJ hardware is updated to the latest firmware version via the Engine DJ software.
Network Connection: A stable Wi-Fi or Ethernet connection is required for online uninterrupted streaming.
Can I Use Tidal Music with Denon DJ Offline?
Tidal doesn't provide an offline mode in Denon DJ. However, with the help of a third-party tool called AudFree Tidal Music Downloader, you can download Tidal music locally and put it on your Denon DJ equipment for offline playback. We'll explore this in more detail in Part 3.
Part 2. How to Stream Tidal on Denon Prime 4 Online
Tidal can be used with Denon DJ Engine OS ecosystem devices, such as the Prime Go, SC6000, SC5000(m), Prime 4, X1800, and MCX8000. The integration of Tidal Denon DJ allows DJs to access, stream, and mix from Tidal's tracks online. To DJ with Tidal, you'll need to have a Tidal subscription and a stable internet connection. Now let's take the Tidal Denon Prime 4 integration as an example.
Step 1. Please update your Denon DJ to firmware version 1.4 or later before linking Tidal.
Step 2. Connect your Denon DJ Prime 4 to the internet using Wi-Fi or an Ethernet cable.
Step 3. Open the library collection view and tap the media device icon in the top left of the library window.
Step 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect Tidal with your Denon DJ device.
Step 5. Once connected, you will have access to tracks from Tidal on Denon Prime 4.
✨ FYI: Tidal Partner: Denon DJ
Part 3. How to Play Tidal on Denon DJ Offline
The official method above requires you to get Tidal Denon DJ connect online, which is inconvenient for some DJs. Fortunately, Denon DJ devices have a built-in USB port that allows importing local music files to it for use. So all you need to do is to download Tidal songs as local files and then transfer them to Denon DJ for mixing.
However, due to copyright protection, Tidal music cannot be used on other platforms. To achieve the above process, you need to use AudFree Tidal Music Downloader first. The program is designed to rip protection from Tidal music and save Tidal audio to your computer locally. AudFree Tidal Music Converter can convert Tidal music to FLAC, MP3, WAV, AAC, M4A and many other common audio formats. After that, you can easily use a USB drive to store and upload Tidal songs to Denon DJ for offline use.
By using the innovative and advanced technology, this professional AudFree streaming music converter can convert Tidal music tracks without compressing the original audio quality. The downloaded Tidal music is in high audio quality and with all metadata kept. Moreover, it supports batch conversion and downloading of Tidal playlists at 5X speed for Denon DJ.
AudFree Tidal Music Downloader
- Rip music from Tidal for offline use on Denon DJ
- Convert Tidal music to different common audio formats
- Keep original audio quality and full metadata
- Define output settings for Denon DJ, run at 5X speed
3.1 Tutorial to Convert Tidal Music for Denon DJ
- Step 1Load Tidal tracks to AudFree Tidable
- Please download and install the AudFree Tidal Music Converter and the Tidal app on your computer first. Once done, open the AudFree program and the Tidal app will launch simultaneously. Then find the songs you need to download on the Tidal app. Next, copy the link of the track and paste it into the search bar in AudFree. Finally, click on the '+' icon and wait for the Tidal track to load into the AudFree tool.
- Step 2Customize Tidal output settings for Denon DJ
- AudFree Tidal Music Converter allows you to set the output audio format as you like. Please click on the 'Menu' icon on the main screen. Then tap on the 'Preferences' > 'Convert' option, and you will see the settings window. Now you can customize the output audio format, adjust the bit rate, sample rate, audio channel, etc.
- Step 3Convert Tidal songs for Denon DJ
- Now, please press the big 'Convert' button and the AudFree program will work at a faster speed to download and convert Tidal music for you. After conversion, you will see a red spot with a number of songs shown on the 'Converted' button. You can click on this button to check the converted Tidal audio on your computer.
- Video GuideDownload Tidal HiRes FLAC music for Denon DJ
- Download Tidal music by using AudFree Tidal Converter.
3.2 Use Tidal on Denon DJ offline
As you have converted and saved Tidal music as local files on your computer, now you can transfer your local Tidal music files to your Denon DJ device for offline use.
Step 1. Transfer Tidal music to a USB drive from your computer and connect the USB drive to your Denon DJ device.
Step 2. Power on your Denon DJ device and navigate to the music library.
Step 3. Select the "Import" option and choose "USB" as the source.
Step 4. Select the Tidal music files you want to import from the USB drive and choose "Import".
Step 5. Your converted Tidal songs are now available for offline playback on the Denon DJ device, even without the official offline support of Denon DJ Tidal.
Part 4. How to Get a 3-Month Tidal Free Trial with Denon DJ
Denon DJ has partnered with Tidal to offer a 3-month free trial for Denon DJ users. This offer is available to both beta group members and current Prime Series users who register their product at denondj.com. After successfully redeeming the voucher, you will have access to Tidal's high-quality audio streaming, Tidal Dolby Atmos and more. To avail of this offer, you need to follow these steps:
Step 1. Register your Denon DJ product at denondj.com and you will receive a voucher code provided by Denon DJ.
Step 2. Once you have the voucher code, please enter it at this website: https://offer.tidal.com/voucher.
Step 3. Then, complete the sign-up process to use Tidal freely.
See also: How to Use Tidal For Free
Part 5. How to Fix Tidal Denon DJ Not Working
If you encounter the Tidal Denon DJ not working issues, here are common solutions.
Cannot Log in to Tidal
🛠 Double-check your Tidal subscription and ensure your account credentials are correct.
🛠 Update your device firmware to the latest version.
Network Connection Issues
🛠 Ensure your Wi-Fi is stable or switch to a wired Ethernet connection.
🛠 Restart your router and Denon DJ device.
Tidal Tracks Not Loading
🛠 Check if the Tidal server is down or experiencing issues.
See also: How to Fix Tidal Not Working
Part 6. In Conclusion
The Tidal Denon DJ integration unlocks the potential of both platforms, allowing DJs to access high-fidelity music instantly. By ensuring that your firmware is updated and your network is stable, the process becomes seamless. For those seeking offline playback, tools like AudFree Tidal Music Converter can expand the usability of Tidal tracks on Denon DJ devices. Explore the endless possibilities of Tidal and Denon DJ, and don't forget to share your experiences or questions in the comments!
Miley Swift
Staff Editor