Spotify didnt tell anyone it updated its song-mixing feature, and users are obsessed with it now Im putting even more pride into how I curate my DJ-set playlists

Date:
Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:25:06 +0000

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Spotify's Mixed Playlist feature just got a quiet upgrade, and its new customization tools have boosted it to a new level.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Spotify has quietly updated its Mixed Playlists tools You can now fine-tune transitions smoother by amending effect curves It's starting to crop up for more users, and it's a smash hit
so far Theres one thing that Spotify does really well, and thats offering a roster of different playlist-making tools for you to really get creative
with. Though some are AI-powered, Spotifys Mixed Playlists encourages you to use your originality when compiling songs, all while putting you in the DJ booth.

Just as youd get with music-mixing software, Spotifys Mixed Playlists allow you to create smooth transitions between songs to ensure your playlist flows like a classic DJ set. Its mixing interface presents you with preset effects, and even tells you the key and BPM of each track and now users have noticed
a new upgrade that gives you even more freedom on the customization front. A recent post on the r/truespotify Reddit page shows the latest update, revealing that you can now amend the Volume, EQ, and Filter settings even
more by simply dragging each effect curve to control how the transition runs. According to a small number of users, this feature has been live for a few months, but the majority of listeners in the replies are only now running
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Spotify first launched Mixed Playlists in August 2025 , hot on the heels of Apples own AutoMix function . But instead of relying on AI to mix songs, Spotifys version puts the control right into your hands, and it quickly
became one of my favorite new tools . The effect curves as a preset (right) versus the updated customization version (left) (Image credit: Future) Prior to the update, you could create song transitions by selecting a preset which would automatically amend the Volume, EQ, and Filter settings, or you could
go into each of the three and select your own preset to curate a custom transition. While these are still available, you can fine-tune your song-mixing even more, and after testing things out for myself I can see why listeners have taken to it so well. You may like Spotify adds new playback tools and background downloads for iOS users Spotify updates Listening Stats with new design and social features New Spotify Feature Lets You React to Songs in Collaborative Playlists

For starters, it allows you to clean up the small but noticeable
imperfections in your transitions that you cant achieve by presetting the three audio categories individually. For example, if you go into the Filter category and select the High-pass filter out option, its stuck in one place
on the audio track. When you tap the Customize button, three points appear on the effect curve which you can move around the audio track display so that your chosen effect comes in at a specific time. Comment from r/truespotify However, there are a few small blips (not so much setbacks) with the feature that users have picked up on. When you start off with customizing your transitions, it can feel a little fiddly when trying to find the exact placement for each of the effect curve points but this youll get used to. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Additionally, other users have also pointed out that the effect curve points sometimes move back to their original spots after youve shifted them. Ive
only run into this a few times, so its not a major issue thats going to put you off for good.

For once, its refreshing to see Spotify give one of its existing tools some TLC instead of pumping out new features without a lot of thought behind them. If this is the approach Spotify is taking from here on, just think of what it could do to improve features like this in the future. Follow TechRadar on Google News and add us as a preferred source to get our expert news, reviews, and opinion in your feeds.



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