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What’s the best file format for a DJ? Is there even a “best?” In this episode I go over some of the pros and cons of popular file formats and I share a quick Google Drive hack for creating a direct download link for use in your marketing.
You’ll Learn
- My rule of thumb for file formats
- Why you should focus on building a quality library now
- Why AIFF is better than WAV
- How to create a direct download link from Google Drive
Resources
- What Format Should DJs Buy Music In? – detailed guide on DJ Digital Tech Tips.
- How to create a Google Drive direct download link:
- Upload a file to Google Drive, right click and “create sharable link.”
- Copy the long FILE_ID from the end of the URL (after the “=”)
- Use the below prefix and replace the FILE_ID with the file ID at the end of your shared link
- Prefix: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=FILE_ID
- Example of a direct download link (my EPK) ready for use on websites, emails, or landing pages: https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1OoyByyoYswEFvCyrCIc1IZnOpU8QVql8
- Kudos to Amit Agarwal for the idea!
- Producer Life Podcast private Facebook Group – come join the conversation!
