AlphaTheta prepares 2025 return to Amsterdam Dance Event

14 October 2025 - Press release

For the first time in several years, AlphaTheta will be back at the ADE Lab for the whole of the festival, hosting events there and in 3 other locations:
Amsterdam Flavours, Gashouder Office and a pop-up venue in a container, all in Westerpark.

From Wednesday, October 22^nd to Friday 24^th, various Touch and Try sessions will run at the different venues, where you can come along and say hi to the AlphaTheta team, chat with product experts, and try out the latest gear – including the brand-new CDJ-3000X flagship DJ player.
 

• Location: AlphaTheta Hub at Amsterdam Flavours

AlphaTheta x Apple Music Workshop
Keen to find out how tech innovations are opening new possibilities for DJs? In an exclusive workshop, Apple Music Club Radio hosts NAINA and Tim Sweeney will join an AlphaTheta product specialist to demonstrate how the latest DJ gear integrates with Apple Music.
 
Discogs Listening Room
Dive into artists’ record collections and hear the stories behind their love of certain records. In a pop-up space, special guests including Armin Van Buuren and DJ Tennis  will share personal memories about songs while playing them on vinyl for the audience to enjoy.
 
Elijah Cultural Exchange Conversation
Here’s a chance to delve into 2 musical landscapes and find out how they contribute to global electronic music culture. In an open conversation, DJs Elijah and a special guest DJ will explore the similarities, differences, and cross-influences of the scenes in their respective cities.
 

• Location: The Cue Club at Het Leidinghuisje at Gashouder Office

DJsounds Show with Bradley Zero
AlphaTheta’s acclaimed DJ mix video series the DJsounds Show returns to ADE to celebrate the launch of the CDJ-3000X. In a special show which will be filmed live, host Dan Tait will welcome renowned DJ Bradley Zero as he performs a set to showcase the multiplayer’s cutting-edge capabilities in an exclusive, intimate setting.
 

• Location: AlphaTheta, on the Lab Square at Container

Container Demo Experience
Visit AlphaTheta’s container to get hands-on with our latest innovations. On Thursday, the AlphaTheta team will be joined by Beatport, so you can chat with both product specialists and receive demos to learn more about DJing on AlphaTheta gear, including the Beatport Streaming Catalogue, and level up your mixes.
 
Bridges For Music ADE Cycle
Come along and cheer for the cyclists crossing the finish line of a 230-km ride from London to Amsterdam. Having completed the distance in 2 days, with an overnight ferry crossing in between, they’ll be grateful for the support as they celebrate raising funds for Bridges For Music, the non-profit organisation focused on empowering young talent from under-served communities to become creative changemakers.

Start From Scratch Takeover: HOMECOMING / Future Female Sounds / Boudica
Join in a Start From Scratch DJ workshop, specially created by AlphaTheta for these three organizations. Each 30-minute workshop will offer an insight into the full Start From Scratch experience, which gives beginners the tools, confidence, and inspiration to start their journey behind the decks through practical DJ training, cultural storytelling, and direct mentorship.

• ADE Gear Test Lab events at Pacific Amsterdam

Demo Experience with TRIBE XR
Discover the latest AlphaTheta gear – including the new CDJ-3000X flagship DJ player. Want to spin a record in a virtual world? Step into the virtual DJ booth with TRIBE XR, who will demonstrate how immersive VR is transforming the way people learn to DJ.
 
rekordbox masterclass
Discover how to make the most of the powerful new features in rekordbox 7 at this exclusive masterclass with AlphaTheta product specialist Jeroen Groenendijk.
 
CDJ-3000X masterclass
Dive into the advanced features and capabilities of the CDJ-3000X DJ player with AlphaTheta product planner Rob Anderson. You’ll pick up tips and techniques to unlock its potential and take your performances to the next level.