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Description

The Xfer Records DJMFilter is a cutting-edge filter plugin designed for musicians and producers who crave precision and creativity in their sound production. As part of the Xfer Records suite, this plugin brings a classic DJ-style filter effect into the digital realm, offering seamless integration and intuitive controls to enhance your music projects. Whether you're a seasoned DJ or an aspiring producer, the DJMFilter provides an accessible way to add dynamic texture and movement to your tracks.

With its user-friendly interface, the DJMFilter makes it easy to sculpt your sound. It features both high-pass and low-pass filter modes, allowing for a wide range of tonal possibilities. The plugin also supports MIDI learn functionality, so you can map it to your favorite MIDI controller for real-time manipulation. This makes it perfect for live performances or studio sessions where time and flexibility are of the essence.

The DJMFilter stands out with its low-latency processing, ensuring that your creative flow is never interrupted. Additionally, its lightweight design means it won't bog down your system, making it ideal for use in complex projects with multiple effects chains. Compatible with both Windows and macOS, the DJMFilter fits seamlessly into any DAW environment, ensuring you have the tools you need, right at your fingertips.

Key Features:

  • High-pass and low-pass filter modes
  • MIDI learn functionality for easy mapping
  • Low-latency processing for uninterrupted creativity
  • Lightweight design for efficient system performance
  • Compatible with Windows and macOS
  • Seamless DAW integration

Product specs

Plugin Format AU, VST
Downloadable free
JimijaymesGuitarist

JimijaymesGuitarist

Free Plugin Friday (Saturday?) | Xfer DJM Filter DJ Style LP/HP Filter

Video thumbnail for Free Plugin Friday (Saturday?) | Xfer DJM Filter DJ Style LP/HP Filter by JimijaymesGuitarist

Free Plugin Friday (Saturday?) | Xfer DJM Filter DJ Style LP/HP Filter

JimijaymesGuitarist

JimijaymesGuitarist

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DJM Filter - FREE Filter VST Plugin

ZigZag Production Studio

ZigZag Production Studio

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DJM Filter by Xfer Records

UPROAR 24

UPROAR 24

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DJMFilter by XFER Recordings (FREE VST PLUGIN)

Produccions F 2 F

Produccions F 2 F

Reviews

PROS

  • Simple and effective for live performances

  • Easy to use with one-knob control for lo-pass & hi-pass

  • Lightweight and quick setup

  • Clean and high-quality sound output

  • Perfect recreation of DJM 900 LP/HP filter

  • Basic and straightforward, appealing to fans of simplicity

  • Free to use, adding value to budget-conscious users

CONS

  • Frequency sweep range could be extended further

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Xfer Records DJMFilter.

Features and functionality

  • DJMFilter by Xfer occasionally produces noise on startup in Ableton Live sets, indicating potential reliability issues.

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  • DJMFilter doesn't allow simultaneous LowPass and HighPass filtering in one instance, which limits its versatility compared to other filter setups.

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Software and compatibility

  • Some users suggest creating a custom filter using Max for Live devices like Honey-Mapper to achieve smoother control over filter ranges.

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  • The custom FL Studio patch offers a native solution without installation, appealing to those using FL Studio who prefer ease of setup over external plugins like DJMFilter.

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Comparisons

  • Users compare DJMFilter to Traktor's single knob lo-high filter, noting Ableton lacks a native equivalent.

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  • DJMFilter is described as aggressive compared to more transparent filters like the custom FL Studio patch inspired by FabFilter Simplon.

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Use cases and applications

  • DJMFilter is inspired by a Pioneer CDJ filter, highlighting its intended use for DJ-style filtering in digital audio workstations.

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  • DJMFilter is primarily DJ-style, but some users seek more transparent options for smoother transitions without aggressive character.

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User experience

  • Despite being free, DJMFilter is noted for its glitches, causing some users to seek alternative solutions for reliable performance.

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live out your dj fantacies with 1 plugin

nothing amazing, nice and simple, but if i needed to preform live, i'd probably have this on my master so i can have a quick and ez, lightweight hp/lp at a knobs turn.

kaiodi

Simple

Don;t spend a long time looking for filters. This is simple, and does the trick well

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cool

cool very cool i like it very cool im boutta die its epic and cool

lexplexus

Simple 2-in-1

One knob takes care of lo-pass & hi-pass. I like it. However I wish the sweep freq went a little further.

even_owen

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XFER Plugins

I love xfer plugins because they are very basic

rickmilan

DJM Filter

Really good filter and free! Pretty clean too!

lukas_holkenbrink

Djm Filter

Really good and clean sound too, nice

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jimmarchi1

you don't have to fill in the review if you have nothing to say... or if you're a 12 year old

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I'm review this instrument!

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Artist usage

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See how MAKJ uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

MAKJ

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via YouTube

At 20:48 in this MAKJ masterclass video, one can see him using Xfer Records DJMFilter on his track "Encore."

See how Lady Gaga uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

Lady Gaga

Singer, Keyboardist

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Verified via Soundonsound

Lady Gaga uses the Xfer Records DJMFilter, as confirmed by her engineer who stated, "I used the DJM filter during the pre-chorus to filter everything into the chorus." This information is sourced from the article "Inside Track: Lady Gaga 'Rain On Me'" on Soundonsound.

See how Merk & Kremont uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

Merk & Kremont

Music Producer

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Verified via Photo

Merk & Kremont are shown using the Xfer Records DJMFilter plugin in a photo on their Facebook timeline.

See how Curbi uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

Curbi

Music Producer

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Verified via Google

Curbi uses the Xfer Records DJMFilter plugin, as shown in a Google search result.

See how James Hype uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

James Hype

Music Producer, DJ

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Verified via Instagram

This Plugin can be seen in this Instagram video, uploaded by the artist himself.

See how FuntCaseUK uses Xfer Records DJMFilter

FuntCaseUK

Music Producer

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Verified via YouTube

In this video at 2:31 he is using djmfilter.

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