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Pioneer DJM-250 Mixer Unboxing/First Impressions Video
The new Pioneer DJM-250 is a two-channel professional DJ mixer with the same high quality club sound components as the higher end Pioneer Models. The DJM-250 sports a three band full-kill EQ and a huge oversized High/Low Pass filter knob for each individual channel. Couple that with a bunch of inputs and outputs and you have a powerful little mixer in a compact package. The Full HD-Video review is in the works, but check out the unboxing/first impressions video inside for a sneak peak....
Gemini CDJ-700 & CDMP-2700 Firmware Update
Gemini DJ Division has just released new firmware updates for the CDJ-700 and CDMP-2700. The new firmware updates has a nice list of new improvements that will make current and potential owners rejoice. We reviewed the CDJ-700 and thought it was a pretty tight unit. The new upgrades should make it all work even tighter with better Jog wheel and vinyl effect latency improvements plus a whole lot more. Check out the full list of improvements and the link to get your unit updated today....
NI Komplete Audio 6 Pricedrop
Native Instruments is slashing prices in lots of their DJ and production equipment and software and now the Komplete Audio 6 follows suite with a price-drop of its own. The Komplete Audio 6 is a USB audio MIDI interface that can work with lots of different audio and production software for sound capture and manipulation. The interface also includes a software package for music production and DJing. It comprises KOMPLETE ELEMENTS, CUBASE LE 5 and TRAKTOR LE 2 and the new price is only $250 retail. Check out the press release inside for info and links....
Traktor Kontrol F1 Preorder!
This is a friendly reminder that the new Traktor F1 DJ controller and Traktor 2.5 update will be available on 5/30/2012. The new remix decks and all new functionality will be ready to set the DJ world ablaze. In order to ensure that you can get your F1 controller on the release date, you might want to jump in here and secure yourself a pre-order since this one seems to be seriously hot judging from the emails in my inbox. Our full HD-Video review will be released right around the time of the hardware and software, so stay tuned....
Audio Technica AT-LP1240-USB Turntable Review
The Audio-Technica company has been making some new waves in the DJ vinyl turntable market and I, for one, like what I see. A couple of weeks ago, we brought you the review of the Audio-Technica AT-LP120-USB turntable which is basically a nice rendition of the iconic classic Technics 1200 deck. Not only was it a good look-a-like, but it also performed rather well for its price. Audio-Technica has now introduced an even better SUPER-OEM turntable that can hang with the best of them called the AT-LP1240-USB. Check out our Full HD-Video review after the jump.
Numark N4 Digital DJ Controller Review
The Numark N4 Digital DJ controller is a nice versatile unit that allows users to use many different types of software (two are included) to control the music. The N4 can act as a standalone mixer or in combination with timecode DVS playback decks for external CDJ or vinyl control. There are cue points, effects, samples, and loops for DJ's to have fun with and so much more. Check out the full HD-Video review and a few words from yours truly to see what the N4 is all about.
Native Instruments Now Hiring In LA & Berlin
Native Instruments, a technological leader in Digital DJ and Production software/hardware manufacturing, is now in a full on hiring blitz trying to fill over 30 new job openings at their Los Angeles, CA and Berlin, Germany offices. They are looking to fill positions that focus on product design, software/hardware development, and project management. You can now check out the online careers section of the NI website to check out the positions in question. If you are looking for the opportunity of a lifetime to do what you really love for a living, check out the details in the post after the jump....
Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB Turntable Unboxing Video
The Audio-Technica AT-LP1240-USB professional DJ turntable is one of the newest "Super-OEM" turntables to hit the market that is sure to be a big hit with professional turntablists as well as vinyl DJ's all around the World. The AT-LP1240-USB has a super-high torque direct drive motor, comes with a tinted dust cover, and has lots of cool features that DJ's will surely love. Audio-Technica was gracious enough to send us one for a full detailed video review that will be completed shortly. Check out the Unboxing/First impressions video to hold you over until then....
AT: Get your Own Mic #2
A few weeks back, we brought you a funny (but disgustingly true) quick video by Audio Technica showing performers exactly why they should get their own microphone when performing out on stage. Don't rely on the "house" mic and you can watch video #2 to see exactly why! Audio Technica is one of the most trusted Microphone manufacturers in the business has been supplying the Grammy's Awards show with Microphones for their stage performances for the last 15 years, so they must be doing something right...Check out the video inside....
Audio Technica System 8 Wireless Mics
Audio Technica has been a market leader in Professional audio equipment for decades now. They are even the premier Microphone supply company for the Grammy Awards show for the past fifteen years strong. They have now announced their latest and greatest System 8 VHF Wireless Microphone setups that are due out this month. The System 8 VHF systems will come in many different configurations and promise to deliver crisp and accurate sound at nice affordable prices. These are good wireless microphones for DJ's and performers alike starting at only $150. Check out the press release and links inside....
Pioneer DJM-T1 Professional Traktor Mixer Review
I'd like to give a HUGE shout-out to my people over at Pioneer DJ division for hooking us up with all this awesome gear to review! The latest item we have is the Pioneer DJM-T1 Trtaktor Scratch Certified two-channel DJ Mixer with Traktor MIDI controls. I've been patiently waiting for this mixer to hit my doorstep and we've finally been able to get it in the Lab for a full and in-depth HD-Video review to breakdown all the features and functions that this mixer has to offer. Check out the full video review inside.
Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Turntable Review
Last week we brought you the teaser video of the unboxing and first impressions of the Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Professional Vinyl Turntables. Well, we didn't want to keep you waiting too long and we were able to put it through its paces in the Lab to let you know exactly how this "Technics clone" holds up to the old legend. For only $200 each, these turntables pack a pretty powerful punch with a solid all-metal build and a few nice on-board DJ features as well. Check out the full HD-Video Review inside.
Pro Audio Star Customer Showcase
Our Pro-Audio and DJ Equipment Partners at Pro Audio Star has set up a new area on their website to feature music created by their customers. So if you are in need of some new DJ or Production gear, head on over to Pro Audio Star and remember to contact them for the best possible prices. Then you can send your tracks to Pro Audio Star to get your tracks and DJ Mixes featured on the customer showcase page. Check inside for more details....
Novation Automap v.4.3 Released (Video)
Novation has just released the latest and most powerful version of Automap for Music-Producers. The v4.3 update brings support for Logic Express, Studio One, Digital Performer and Reaper, adding to the list of other supported DAWs including Pro Tools, Logic, Cubase, Reason and Ableton Live. It also improves plug-in performance with Ableton Live and re-introduces the popular Follow Focus feature, which enables you to automatically focus on the plug-in you are currently using. All this means that you can now use Novation Automap when making beats for even more versatility. Press release and video inside....
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