Stem format

[thujone]

As an open multi-track audio format, Stems enhances creative possibilities for DJs, producers, and live performers. A Stem file contains a track split into four musical elements: A drums stem, a bassline stem, a melody stem, and a vocal stem for example.

http://www.stems-music.com/

this is truly awesome stuff...

 

[Noodle]

Sick. Another nail in the coffin for vinyl? Or, another reason for purists to look down their noses at press and play noodlers?

 

[thujone]

it opens all doors for sampling so i think the impact will be huge even in production. a bunch of labels are on board and already releasing in the format. so far only Traktor supports it though so i guess we wait for the SDK.

http://www.junodownload.com/stems/

can preview the format there, click the headphone icon next to any tune and it will play you the master "stem" followed by the other ones individually.

 

[Bagseed]

if this is useful depends on the kind of DJ you are. I personally prefer to play individual tracks which tell their own story, making each track its own experience. if you like to remix live a lot (three/four decks traktor) this might be nice.

for me personally no reason to quit mixing vinyl :D

 

[jpgrdnr]

I'm kinda conflicted. In terms of live remixing of a track, it makes sense. But you could do this anyways?

Now if pop songs from major labels offered stems, yesss....