Posts Tagged 'DJ gear'

MusikMesse has started today!

MusikMesse has started today!

This morning the Franfurter Messe opened its doors for the 2005 MusikMesse Show. Gearjunkies has send two reporters to Frankfurt to keep you up to date with the latest (new) products and trends in the music \’gear\’ industry! We will be reporting from the Messe on a daily basis. So best is to check out our site as often as possible. Click on the RED MusikMesse banner at the top of this website and you will get all the news instantly.

Hercules DJ Console now powered by NI’s TRAKTOR

Hercules DJ Console now powered by NI’s TRAKTOR

The Hercules DJ Console combined with the specially optimized version of the TRAKTOR mixing software will transform any music lover into an aspiring DJ. Your computer and CDs or MP3s are all that is needed. The handy hardware console affords complete control of the tracks: spinning, scratching, cueing, looping or mixing – all the software’s functions are controlled directly from the mixer. And it even has an integrated USB audio interface.


Native Instruments has developed an optimized version of TRAKTOR DJ Studio especially for the Hercules console. This combination of hard and software, with dozens of professional features, offers a complete solution that is bound to rock the house.

New electronic music community site

New electronic music community site

Crossfader is an initiative from none other then Microsoft. Crossfader is an online community for the global electronic artist. Microsoft is building this tool to help you connect with people who share your love for creation, great music, technology and modern culture. They are just getting started and have several cool features in the works as they move through the beta stage. So join in the fun – register, set up your profile, build your blog, watch some video and start posting in the forums.

Denon DJ announces software plug-in enhancements

Denon DJ announces software plug-in enhancements

Denon DJ has unveiled the latest round of software plug-ins available for its innovative line of performance-driven DJ products. Downloadable software is available free-of-charge to all Denon DJ registered users via denondj.com. The new software enhancements provide an array of new features for the acclaimed DN-X1500 Professional DJ Mixer, DN-S5000 and DN-S3000 Tabletop CD/MP3 Players, and DN-D4000 Dual CD/MP3 Player.


Denon’s revolutionary DN-X1500 offers four full-featured channels integrated with the ‘world’s first’ 8-channel input matrix control, with additional DN-board effects and USB connectivity. Newly available enhancements include separate Rear Output Trim and Master Level Control, Stereo/Mono Switching independent of global cueing system, improved Crossfader response for intricate scratch routines, and a ‘sharper’ Channel Fader contour preset. In the Effects section, Filter 2 can be set to correspond to the unit’s DRYIWET control, Echo 1 can now be locked to the bpm independent of WET status, the TAP button now flashes when selected once to lock to the bpm, and when bpm effects are engaged they are now synced to the beginning of the sine wave. Finally, when the SPLIT/CUE is selected the Master Cue is now ganged together to turn on, and the Master Cue can now be monitored pre Master Volume.

Gemini unveils there new TT-04  direct drive turntable

Gemini unveils there new TT-04 direct drive turntable

The TT-04 is sure to leave the competition in the dust, with its unprecedented 5.0kg/cm CPU controlled motor system, as well as a rubber dampened magnetic platter, for the quickest starts and strongest stable operating torque of any turntable in existence. The motor can even be adjusted for start and brake by means of convenient, retractable rotary controls.

NI updates Traktor DJ Studio to version 2.6

NI updates Traktor DJ Studio to version 2.6

TRAKTOR DJ Studio 2.6 is the most powerful and versatile software solution for professional DJ mixing, live remixing and mix recording using digital audio formats. This digital mixing suite goes beyond the possibilities of conventional DJ equipment by implementing a vast range of mixing features that only software can provide. With innovations like on-the-fly looping and unparalleled pitch-shifting, a whole new world of creative real time sound alteration is at your fingertips.

Stanton announces new T-series turntables

Stanton announces new T-series turntables

Stanton has announced their new T-Series – turntables. The T-Series includes the new top of the line T.120 and T.120C turntables as well as the new T.80, T.60 and T.50. All of Stanton¹s new turntables will be available through authorized Stanton retailers.


³The T.120 is the most beautiful and well-thought out turntable Stanton has ever produced,² says Pablo La Rosa Marketing Manager. ³It has the industry¹s strongest direct drive motor, along with the features that pro DJs have always wanted. We¹re also very excited about the rest of the new T-Series, since they each offer excellent capabilities to their respective markets.²