djDecks v0.98 has been released
This release brings initial support for the Reloop Digital Jockey 2 controller, improved support for the DJ-Tech i-Mix controller, and some improvements to the VCI-100 and Denon controllers.
Posts Tagged 'DJ gear'
New Sounds and Samples on Sample Saturday
These 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.
Algoriddim djay 3.1. released
Today algoriddim released djay 3.1 — a free update for all registered users of djay 3 — containing a ton of new features, improvements, and fixes.
Allen & Heath MusikMesse preview
British mixer manufacturer, Allen & Heath, will be showing a cross section of its latest products at the forthcoming Pro Light & Sound exhibition (MusikMesse) in Frankfurt.
Exhibiting in Hall 8.0 Stand C22, a highlight on the stand will be the newly launched iDR-16 3U MixRack and iLive-R72 rackmountable Control Surface, which together provide a space saving, lightweight digital live mixing system, bringing the same power, sonic performance and flexibility of the larger touring iLive systems to a significantly lower price point. The company will also be demonstrating new features in the latest version of its iLive software v1.6.
DJ Fly setting a new performing standard using the S-120
DMC World Champion DJ Fly came back at the last championship with a showcase, which by many of the top turntablists and aficionados has been described as the best routine ever. Through his aggressive style and his musicality, DJ Fly gave a memorable 10 minutes set of perfect scratching and beat juggling. Check it out and see how the S-120 just stays on track!
Stanton introduces RM.416 rack mount mixer
The RM.416 is the latest in Stanton’s RM (Rack Mount) series of mixers. Stanton, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of professional audio products for DJs, has created an exceptional mixer for the most demanding mobile or club DJ.
NI Traktor Kontrol X1 – video
TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 – the first official TRAKTOR controller for use with any DJ software. Whether you are a DVS timecode or software DJ, simply connect the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 to a computer running TRAKTOR (or other performance software) and gain instant control of your decks and effect parameters.
Traktor DJs like Craze, Klever, Kenny Larkin, Loco Dice, Martinez Brothers’ Stevie, Rafik and Treasure Fingers are early adopters of the Traktor Kontrol X1. In this video, they explain their decision to integrate the X1 into their setup.
Music ALIVE 2010 – The Report!
One year later, same city, different location. Music ALIVE 2010 hosted at the Hilton in Rotterdam by Media Satellite.
The location was very nice and well set up. At the entrance everyone got an Ableton goodie bag, with the obligatory promo pamflets, keychords, other goodies, but also a Dance Tunes voucher to download two tracks for free. Which is always nice of course!
From Reason to Record to Logic
In this video, Reason veteran Josh Mobley talks about his transition to using Record for his professional work. Combining Reason and Record offers significant improvements over Reason when used in a ReWire setting. Josh shows us how uses Reason drums rewired to Logic 9.
Ben Liebrand workshop at Music ALIVE 2010
Ben Liebrand gave a stunning masterclass about Remixing, Producing and loads of insight Tip and Tricks how to use Ableton Live … and there was a special guest appearance of Sacha Liebrand too!
More pictures from the Music ALIVE 2010 event
More pictures from the Music ALIVE 2010 event in Rotterdam. IK Multimedia gave us a sneak preview of Ampltitube 3 which was announced at the NAMM 2010 in Los Angeles.
First pictures from the Music ALIVE 2010 event
Here are the first impressions of the Music ALIVE 2010 event. An afternoon around Computer Music products, Audio and Visual Performance. Allthough the weather isn’t helping (lots of snow again), many visitors have come to the Rotterdam Hilton to see the latest products and technologies, soft and hardware, touch the latest controllers, watch workshops, enjoy music and VJ performances.
Music ALIVE 2010 – Why you shouldn’t MISS it!
Sunday is the day then! Music ALIVE 2010 at the Hilton in Rotterdam. Come and see the latest products and technologies, soft and hardware, touch the latest controllers, watch workshops, enjoy music and VJ performances. This is the place to network, bring your CDs and Laptop, show your latest songs and productions. Talk with product specialists, artists, producers, label managers, DJs and other users.
FREE ENTRANCE but registration is necessary – maximum Capacity 450 visitors – Sign Up at http://www.music-alive.nl
Image Line news and updates
Image Line have launched a new FL Studio Guru Blog with the aim of providing an ongoing stream of video tutorials to all FL Studio users. With the Guru Blog they will be sharing with you:
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Tutorial videos that cover the commonly asked questions in Looptalk. We’ll try to keep these around 3 minutes.
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Top Tip videos that cover those ‘Power user’ shortcuts and features that really make FL Studio fly.
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Blogs about the music production, technology, software and anything else we think is cool and relevant to the producing musician.
Reloop ready for the MusikMesse 2010
Reloop will be presenting several new (and updated) products at this years MusikMesse. In Frankfurt they will present a new model of their RMX-40 mixer, the IQ2 mixer, Digital Jockey 2 – PRO Traktor controller, and Play Portable PRO DJ interface.
Reloop Play – Portable PRO DJ 4 channel interface