Numark Stealth Control now shipping
Numark announces STEALTH CONTROL, a new professional DJ controller the comes with Native Instruments Traktor 3 LE and MixMeister Fusion Live software. STEALTH CONTROL is now available for purchase.
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NI announces Traktor Duo and Traktor schratch Duo
Native Instruments just announced TRAKTOR DUO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO, two new DJ solutions that bring the quality and creative functionality of the acclaimed TRAKTOR PRO platform into a new price range, offering an affordable entry into the world of digital DJing.
Reloop product news for the coming MusikMesse
Just in from Reloop: an overview what Reloop will announce at the MusikMesse 2009.
Exclusive release party Ableton Live 8 in Amsterdam
On 11 April 2009, 365Mag, SAE and Media Satellite will be organizing the official Dutch launch of the long-awaited Ableton Live 8 and Suite 8 at the Sugar Factory in Amsterdam! Expect another full-feature workshop, special guests, free goodies… and Lee Burridge!
Richie Hawtin DJ Setup – video
This is a video in which Richie Hawtin shows us his (2008) DJ Setup. It is a real nice and interesting document of how the work of a modern (digital) DJ has changed. Working with laptops, DJ software, big digital mixers with a ton of FX and so on.
More system from Stanton soon
Stanton DJ announces the unveiling of the SCS.3m, the next installment in their award-winning, touch sensitive SC System 3 series controllers. The SC System 3 was designed to provide DJs with the most intuitive, yet mobile and user friendly controller solution for their favorite DJ software.
Beatkangz announce release date for the Beat Thang
Originally, The Beatkangz had planned to get the Beat Thang in stores by May. However, they got great feedback at NAMM, and decided to listen to many of the suggestions. As a result, instead of the plastic casing that was used on the prototype, they have decided to go with an all metal housing for enhanced durability and build quality. Also, the small monochrome LCD with will be replaced by a full color 3.5 inch video grade deal.
Wacom announces wireless portable DJ control unit
Wacom is introducing NEXTBEAT, a fully integrated professional DJ system, incorporating intuitive touch sensor controls and innovative live performance functions. Its wireless portable control unit enables performers to move free from the main device, resulting in more dynamic and energetic live performances, contrasting to the traditional style of DJs performing inside booths. Nextbeat is not just a revolutionary interface, it is an instrument DJs can create new, original, and intuitive music through playing Nextbeat.
Controlling Ableton Live with Native Instruments Maschine
This video shows the powerful control capabilities of the Maschine controller for Ableton Live. This is one of 20 tutorial videos that explain Maschine, the new computer-based groove production studio from Native Instruments.
Reloop gearing up for the MusikMesse 2009
April 4th 2009 everything in Frankfurt will be centred on music, musicians and musical instruments. At the world’s biggest trade fair Reloop, the European DJ equipment leader in the field, will set trends regarding the future of mixing.
Transfer Vinyls to CD with ION Audio LP 2 CD
ION Audio, a leader in consumer audio and entertainment technology, announces that it is now shipping its LP 2 CD turntable that records to CD. ION Audio has already sold more than one million USB turntables that convert vinyl to digital files. LP 2 CD is the company’s first turntable that does not require a computer for standalone transfer from vinyl to CD.
Mackie TT24 Control Software v1.7.1 now available
Hot on the heels of the TT24 1.7.0 release which added full input/output routing, support for the LP48 card, FOH/MON linking, and DS3232 mic pre gain compensation, users can now download the 1.7.1 update.
Mixxx 1.6.2 & Stanton SCS.3d DaScratch sneak preview
DJ Pegasus gives a preview of advanced MIDI controller handling coming in Mixxx 1.6.2 (http://www.mixxx.org) featuring the Stanton SCS.3d DaScratch controller.
Free Music Production Tutorials Release at Primeloops
Sound Libraries and Pro Audio developer Prime Loops have announced a new section which contains a large selection of Free Music Production Tutorials, Tips and Tricks that you can download directly from their website.
New Beatport website live
Beatport is the recognized leader of electronic music downloads by DJs and fans alike delivering content in premium-encoded formats that match the professional performance quality standards of the world’s leading sound systems. Beatport.com allows users to access the world of club music through secure, legal, hi-speed, high quality downloads in MP3, MP4 and WAV formats on a pay per download basis from an impressive library of the world’s leading independent labels.