Live DJ with VirtualDJ

This guide will walk you through setting up the popular VirtualDJ software to broadcast your live music sets in Alife Virtual World.

Step 1: Get Your Tools

You'll need an audio stream server from us and the VirtualDJ software.

Get a Stream Server Download VirtualDJ

Install VirtualDJ on your computer before continuing.

Step 2: Configure VirtualDJ

You only need to do this one time. We will connect VirtualDJ to your stream server.

2.1 - Open Settings

In the VirtualDJ main window, click the Settings (gear) icon, usually located in the top right.

Opening VirtualDJ Settings
2.2 - Go to Broadcast Settings

In the Settings menu, click on the BROADCAST tab.

VirtualDJ Broadcast Tab
2.3 - Enter Your Server Details

This is the most important step. Fill in the fields exactly as provided in your stream server email.

  • Protocol: ShoutCast
  • Server: Your server's IP address or hostname (e.g., `s1.alifevirtual.com`).
  • Port: Your server's port number.
  • Password: Your DJ or stream password.
  • Mount: Leave this EMPTY for Shoutcast v1 servers.
Stream Quality:
  • Format: MP3
  • Bitrate: Select your desired quality. `128kbps` is standard, `192kbps` is high quality.

Step 3: Go Live!

You're all set up. Now it's time to start your DJ set.

  1. Load Your Music: In the main VirtualDJ window, load your tracks onto the virtual decks.
  2. Start Broadcasting: Go back to the Settings > BROADCAST window and click the START BROADCAST button. You should see the connection time start counting up. You can now close the settings window.
  3. Set the Stream In-World: Go to your parcel in Alife Virtual. Open the About Land > Sound tab and paste your full stream URL into the `Music URL` field (e.g., `http://s1.alifevirtual.com:8000/stream`).
  4. Start Playing: Press the play button on a deck in VirtualDJ. Your music is now live in-world for everyone on your land to hear!

Suggestions for New Content

To Make This Guide Even Better:

  • Create a New Settings Image: The `virtualdj-audio-2.png` image is a good start. A better version would show all the fields filled in with clear, example data (e.g., `Server: s1.alifevirtual.com`, `Port: 8000`, etc.) to reduce user confusion.
  • Add a Microphone Section: A brief section explaining where to find the microphone settings in the `AUDIO` tab and how to use the 'Mic On' button on the main interface would be extremely helpful for DJs who talk to their audience.
  • Clarify `Login` vs `Password`: The original guide mentioned `Login: source`. This is often not needed for Shoutcast v1. The current guide simplifies this, but an advanced tip could mention that the `Username` field in VirtualDJ's settings is sometimes used as the login for Shoutcast v2 servers.