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deadmau5 Opens Public Beta for New DJ Software AUTO/PILOT
deadmau5, the Canadian electronic music producer known for his custom helmet and long‑term experimentation with live performance technology, has launched a public beta for his new DJ and live‑performance platform, AUTO/PILOT. The beta is available now through the official OSC/PILOT website for a discounted price of $50. The purchase is non‑refundable, and the developers say the fee provides early adopters with access to new features and updates while allowing them to contribute feedback that will shape future development.
AUTO/PILOT is not a conventional two‑deck DJ application. According to the official product page, the software combines traditional mixing tools with sequencing, live arrangement, automation, sampling, native effects, and extensive customization options. Users can edit sets directly on a timeline, and the platform is expected to support external plugins, giving performers the ability to remix and manipulate music during a set. The design emphasizes a highly configurable environment that bridges the gap between a standard DJ set and a live electronic performance.
The project is a continuation of deadmau5’s earlier OSC/PILOT initiative, which focused on customizable MIDI and OSC control for performers. AUTO/PILOT expands that philosophy by placing the DJ performance itself at the center of the platform rather than treating it as a control surface for other software.
Steve Duda, the American producer and software engineer best known for creating the VST plugin Serum, is again collaborating with deadmau5 on AUTO/PILOT. Gearnews reports that Duda is contributing algorithms for tempo and beat‑grid detection, enabling the software to analyze tracks quickly. The platform also offers extensive MIDI and OSC integration and routing options, features that align with deadmau5’s history of integrating music, visuals, lighting, and custom technology in live shows.
The current beta supports Windows and macOS, but detailed system requirements have not yet been published. There is no confirmed release date for the full version of the software. The beta’s pricing and availability are intended to attract early adopters who can test the platform’s capabilities and provide constructive feedback.
For DJs and electronic musicians who seek more than the standard deck‑and‑waveform workflow, AUTO/PILOT offers a new tool that blends mixing, sequencing, automation, and live performance into a single environment. While it remains to be seen whether the software will become a serious competitor to established DJ platforms, the beta launch gives the community a first look at deadmau5’s latest attempt to reshape live electronic performance.
At present, the public beta is the only way to experience AUTO/PILOT. Deadmau5 has not announced a full release schedule, and the developers have not released system requirements beyond platform compatibility. Users who purchase the beta will receive updates as the software evolves, but refunds are not available. The next steps for the project will depend on community feedback and the developers’ ongoing work to refine the platform’s features and performance.
AUTO/PILOT is not a conventional two‑deck DJ application. According to the official product page, the software combines traditional mixing tools with sequencing, live arrangement, automation, sampling, native effects, and extensive customization options. Users can edit sets directly on a timeline, and the platform is expected to support external plugins, giving performers the ability to remix and manipulate music during a set. The design emphasizes a highly configurable environment that bridges the gap between a standard DJ set and a live electronic performance.
The project is a continuation of deadmau5’s earlier OSC/PILOT initiative, which focused on customizable MIDI and OSC control for performers. AUTO/PILOT expands that philosophy by placing the DJ performance itself at the center of the platform rather than treating it as a control surface for other software.
Steve Duda, the American producer and software engineer best known for creating the VST plugin Serum, is again collaborating with deadmau5 on AUTO/PILOT. Gearnews reports that Duda is contributing algorithms for tempo and beat‑grid detection, enabling the software to analyze tracks quickly. The platform also offers extensive MIDI and OSC integration and routing options, features that align with deadmau5’s history of integrating music, visuals, lighting, and custom technology in live shows.
The current beta supports Windows and macOS, but detailed system requirements have not yet been published. There is no confirmed release date for the full version of the software. The beta’s pricing and availability are intended to attract early adopters who can test the platform’s capabilities and provide constructive feedback.
For DJs and electronic musicians who seek more than the standard deck‑and‑waveform workflow, AUTO/PILOT offers a new tool that blends mixing, sequencing, automation, and live performance into a single environment. While it remains to be seen whether the software will become a serious competitor to established DJ platforms, the beta launch gives the community a first look at deadmau5’s latest attempt to reshape live electronic performance.
At present, the public beta is the only way to experience AUTO/PILOT. Deadmau5 has not announced a full release schedule, and the developers have not released system requirements beyond platform compatibility. Users who purchase the beta will receive updates as the software evolves, but refunds are not available. The next steps for the project will depend on community feedback and the developers’ ongoing work to refine the platform’s features and performance.
