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Reloop Airphones available now
Traveling DJs will love the new Airphones as they represent a smart combination of compact DJ headphones and an active noise canceling function. Reloop’s Silent Air technolgy smoothly fades out ambient noise such as plane engines, city noise or disturbing noise in trains or offices – this way the DJ will always arrive laidback to his next gig.
Mixvibes CrossDJ for iPhone update available
MixVibes recently released a stand-alone, freemium DJ app for iPhone. Today, it announces an update. The Paris-based company has a 10 years experience in developing pro DJ software. Its flagship product, CrossDJ, is already available on PC/Mac and iPad.
TC-Helicon and Sennheiser Join Forces
Vocal processing expert TC-Helicon and audio specialist Sennheiser today unveiled their partnership in the field of vocal effects microphones. Combining their extensive expertise in creating tools for vocalists and microphone technology, the two companies have been working on joint research projects since 2011, and will launch a joint product at NAMM in January 2013.
Portable Steinberg UR22 audio interface unveiled
Steinberg today announced the upcoming release of their latest audio interface. The UR22 features 192 kHz audio quality, USB 2.0 connectivity, MIDI input/output alongside two combo inputs with D-PRE microphone preamps and line outputs. Its portable size and solid build make it the perfect choice for mobile setups and small-spaced recording studios.
Mark Woodcock talks Midas
Mark Woodcock has always focused on producing the best sound he could obtain for his clients. As an independent sound engineer, production manager and head of Man In Motion Productions, Woodcock has worked with artists ranging from Merle Haggard and Godsmack to Rob Zombie and Gavin Rossdale. On his two most recent front of house gigs, mixing for Richie Sambora’s solo tour and for long-time client Bush, he opted to go with MIDAS digital consoles.
Gearjunkies.com Official Press Partner Dancefair
As of this week we (Gearjunkies.com and DJ2DJ.nl) are the official press partner for the DJ and producer convention Dancefair here in The Netherlands. On 16 and 17 february Dancefair will take place in the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht. Here the latest gear will showed for DJ’s and producers. Also there will be workshops and seminars by Dutch and International top DJs and producers who will share their knowledge about the job and the music industry with visitors of the fair. Big names like Kaiserdisco, Lucien Foort, Laidback Luke, and many more have already been confirmed and many others will follow shortly!
18-In 20-Out – Focusrite 18i20 Audio Interface announced
Focusrite’s Scarlett 18i20 is the latest in the company’s new generation of multi-channel USB-based audio interfaces, featuring eight award-winning Focusrite microphone preamplifiers, designed specifically for the computer interface environment, delivering legendary Focusrite sound quality.
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
Below are the releases we have encountered this week on the Loops and Samples front. Just like the quality of the audio software we use these days the quality of the content we use (loops and samples) equally matches the high standards of this software. Below is this weeks selection.
Something For The Weekend: Iced Vinyl from Shout Out Louds
Well, our first Something For The Weekend post of the year. As you might have understood this isn’t a weekly recurring post, like our Sample Saturday. We only post something cool if we come across something we think would be nice to see or hear. However this week we came across the video below from a band called the Shout Out Louds. Why do we like this video? Well read their video description below. Two words: “Ice” and “Vinyl”! Oh and you can download the track from the video for free by the way. Just click on the image!
Native Instruments introduces SCARBEE RICKENBACKER BASS
Native Instruments today introduced SCARBEE RICKENBACKER® BASS, a new KONTAKT instrument featuring the sound of a Rickenbacker® 4003 bass guitar. Sampled by bassist and instrument designer Thomas Skarbye, SCARBEE RICKENBACKER® BASS is also the first software version of this bass to be approved by Rickenbacker®.
Orange Amplification Launches Custom Shop 50
Orange Amplification’s Custom Shop Series represents over forty years of master craftsmanship, creating and building the very best Orange amps in limited quantities that have become much sought after and critically acclaimed.
Cubase Control with the Nektar Panorama Keyboard Controller
Nektar, the company known for the Panorama P4 and P6 USB controller keyboards that feature deep integration with Propellerhead’s Reason, have announced Panorama integration with Steinberg’s acclaimed DAW Cubase.
Marshall Monitor Headphone announced
The Marshall Monitor embodies the power and strength that is Marshall in a headphone with its Hi-Fi prowess and monster sound. Its slender over-ear construction delivers superior noise isolation without the bulk. The Monitor is embossed with a white script logo and black vinyl leather, evoking the spirit of those legendary vintage amps, while the heavy-duty metal hinges, brass accents and plug make it full-out roadworthy. The completely detachable double-ended coil cord with mic and remote can be worn on either the right or left side. The extra 3.5mm socket allows users to share music. When users are done, fold them up and stow them away in the canvas carrying pouch.
Tone2 Audiosoftware updates Saurus to version 1.1
Tone2 Audiosoftware are proud to announce the release of the Saurus 1.1 update, including several feature enhancements and fixes. The 1.1 update is free for all Saurus customers.
RODE iXY microphone for iPhone and iPad Introduced
Australian-based audio company RØDE Microphones has announced the iXY, a stereo microphone for iPhone and iPad with 30-pin connector that allows high quality recording at sampling rates up to 24-bit/96kHz, the only microphone on the market to do so. Appearing at the International CES (Consumer Electronics Show) in Las Vegas for the first time, the company has unveiled the innovative device to an expected audience of over 150,000 visitors.