SoundCloud & Djay Pro: How to Fix Gray Tracks & Play Offline

Part 1. How to Connect SoundCloud to Djay Pro

Before we get into the advanced mixing techniques, we need to ensure your foundation is solid. The free version of SoundCloud allows for basic listening, but for DJing within Algoriddim's ecosystem, you need a SoundCloud Go+ subscription.

This isn't just about unlocking premium tracks; it's about audio quality. Go+ bumps your stream up to 256kbps AAC, which is crucial when you are playing on a sound system louder than your bedroom speakers.

Here is how to get the systems talking to each other:

Step 1. Open Djay Pro on your device (iPad, Mac, or Windows). Look for the music note icon (Library) usually located in the top left or bottom left corner, depending on your layout.

Step 2. In the library source list, tap on the SoundCloud icon. It will likely prompt you to log in.

Step 3. Enter your SoundCloud Go+ credentials. Once authenticated, your entire collection—Likes, Playlists, and History—will instantly populate inside the DJ software.

Step 4. Crucial Setting: Navigate to Djay's Settings > Library. Look for the "Streaming Quality" option and ensure it is set to "High" or "Hi-Fi" (if available) to take advantage of that Go+ bitrate.

Part 2. How to Use SoundCloud on Djay Pro Creatively

Once you are connected, the fun begins. The real power of using SoundCloud Djay Pro isn't just playing songs; it's manipulating them.

Because SoundCloud hosts so much underground electronic music, hip-hop, and unofficial remixes, it is the perfect playground for Algoriddim's Neural Mix™ technology.

Using Neural Mix with Streaming Tracks

Even though the track is streaming from the cloud, Djay Pro allows you to isolate drums, harmonics, and vocals in real-time.

This works surprisingly well with SoundCloud's library because you can find acapellas and instrumentals that users have uploaded, making live mashups seamless.

The "Match" Feature

Don't ignore the "Match" button in the bottom right corner of the library. When you are playing a track from SoundCloud, clicking "Match" will use Algoriddim's AI to suggest other tracks from the SoundCloud catalog that match the Key and BPM of your current song. It's an incredible tool for digging up gems you didn't know existed.

Part 3. Why Streaming SoundCloud on Djay Pro Isn't Enough

This is the part of the article where I have to be the bearer of bad news. While the integration is seamless 90% of the time, that remaining 10% can ruin a gig or a recording session.

As you get more serious about your DJing, you will likely encounter two major roadblocks with the official integration:

The "Recording Block"

You just performed the perfect mix. The transition was flawless. But when you look at the Record button in Djay Pro, it is grayed out or disabled. 

Due to licensing agreements, Djay Pro disables internal recording when you are using tracks from streaming services like SoundCloud. You cannot record your set within the app if even one streaming track is loaded.

The "No Offline Mode" Risk

Unlike some other platforms, Algoriddim Djay Pro currently does not support an Offline Locker for SoundCloud.

If you are DJing at a party and the Wi-Fi drops, the music stops. There is no buffer fast enough to save you from a complete connection loss.

I have seen DJs panic when the "Loading..." wheel starts spinning in the middle of a drop. It is a stress you don't need.

Part 4. The Solution: How to Build a Hybrid Library

To move from a "bedroom hobbyist" to a "gig-ready pro", you need reliability. You need the tracks to live on your hard drive, not just in the cloud.

This is where DRmare Streaming Audio Recorder becomes essential. It bridges the gap between the massive discovery potential of SoundCloud and the stability of local files.

Unlike basic audio recorders that require you to play the song in real-time and wait, DRmare serves as an advanced music downloader that can batch convert SoundCloud tracks to local files at high speed while preserving 100% original quality.

This solves both problems instantly:

1. Recording: Since the tracks are now local files, Djay Pro allows you to record your sets internally.

2. Offline Safety: You no longer need Wi-Fi to perform.

How to "Liberate" Your SoundCloud Tracks for Djay Pro

Here is the workflow for creating a professional offline crate:

Step 1Configure Settings & Connect to SoundCloud

Launch the software and first click the "Menu" icon (on Windows) or "DRmare Streaming Audio Recorder" (on Mac) to access Preferences. Under the "Convert" tab, set your output format to MP3 (320kbps) for universal compatibility or WAV/FLAC for lossless club quality. Once configured, return to the main interface and select the SoundCloud icon. This will launch the built-in web browser where you can log into your account directly.

Step 2Select Tracks to "Add to List"

Navigate to the playlist, album, or track you want to save within the built-in browser. You will see an "Add" button appear; click it to load the available tracks. Review the list, check the specific songs you need for your set, and click the "Add to List" button to queue them for conversion.

Step 3Batch Convert and Import to Djay Pro

Click the "Convert" button to start the high-speed download process. The software will save the audio files to your local computer while preserving original ID3 tags (Artist, Title, Album Art). Once finished, navigate to the "Converted" tab to locate your files, then simply drag and drop them into the "My Music" section of Djay Pro.

Part 5. Troubleshooting Common SoundCloud Djay Pro Integration Bugs

Even with a hybrid library, you might still use the streaming feature for requests. Here is a fix for the most common bug users face:

The "Grayed Out" Tracks or Login Loop

Sometimes, you will have a valid SoundCloud Go+ subscription, but Djay Pro will say you are not subscribed, or tracks will appear unplayable.

Simply logging out of the website won't work. You need to clear the token inside the app.

1. Go to Djay Settings.

2. Navigate to Library.

3. Find SoundCloud and click Log Out within this specific menu.

4. Restart Djay Pro and log back in.

Part 6. Conclusion

The combination of SoundCloud and Djay Pro is arguably the best entry point into DJing today. It lowers the barrier to entry and gives you an arsenal of music that even top-tier touring DJs would envy.

However, technology should empower you, not restrict you. Don't let a bad Wi-Fi connection or a disabled "Record" button stop your creativity. Use streaming for discovery, but treat your "crate" with the respect it deserves by keeping offline backups.

Whether you are mixing in your bedroom or prepping for your first club gig, the goal is the same: keep the music playing. By building a workflow that includes both streaming for flexibility and DRmare Streaming Audio Recorder for stability, you ensure that the silence never takes over the dancefloor.