Best audio format for Rekordbox, Serato and CDJs: WAV, AIFF, FLAC or MP3?
Updated October 17, 2026
In shortFor Rekordbox and CDJs, pick AIFF: lossless, plays everywhere, with tags and artwork. FLAC is also lossless and half the size, but older players cannot read it. MP3 320 stays a good backup when space is short.
The quick comparison
- AIFF: lossless, tags and artwork, ideal for Rekordbox and CDJs.
- WAV: lossless and plays everywhere, but some apps handle its tags poorly.
- FLAC: lossless and about half the size of WAV; check that your player supports it.
- MP3 320 kbps: compressed, ten times smaller, fine on most sound systems.
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