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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.

[Review] Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Turntable

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 (albeit polymer) build and a few nice on-board DJ features as well. Check out the full HD-Video Review inside.

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Audio Technica AT-LP120-USB Turntable Unboxing/First Impressions Video

Since the announcement of the discontinuance of the mighty Technics 1200 turntables, DJ's everywhere have been looking at different vinyl alternatives for their DVS timecode and analog setups. About two years ago, Audio Technica came up with the AT-LP120-USB direct drive professional turntables with a striking resemblance and feel of the iconic classic Technics 1200. Audio Technica was gracious enough to send me a brand new unit to put it through our tests for a full in-depth HD-Video review. The review will be ready shortly, but check out the unboxing & first impressions HD-Video after the jump.

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[Review] Stanton STR8-150/ST-150 Turntables Review

The Stanton ST.150 and STR8.150 Professional Vinyl turntables are arguably the best DJ turntables with the best motor out on the market today! I just traded in my set of Denon DJ DN-S3700's for a new set of Stanton ST.150's to "go back to my vinyl roots". So I decided to complete a quick unboxing & quick rundown review video so you know exactly what you are getting if you decide to pick up a set for your own DJ needs. These decks have been around for a while, so the HD Review Video is short and sweet...

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NAMM 2012: Afterparty Acrylick x Novation Scratch Session

The next Acrylick x Novation Spring Scratch Session will be held on January 19th 2012 at 8PM at the Akrylic store in Azuza, CA. They will have DJ Vajra (DMC 2011 DJ World Champion) on the music tip and the show will be hosted by Trek-Life. They will hold a Scratch Technique Battle (2 Minutes) for a Pair of Novation Dicers and More. It's also the Post NAMM Kickoff Party! They promise to have regular setups with 5+ mixers and 10+ turntables with Novation Dicers hooked up for anyone to use. Check out the details inside!

Traktor Butter Rugs Now Available

This one is for all the Traktor Digital Vinyl DJ's out there! Introducing the new Traktor Butter Rug slip Mats that are now available online at the Native Instruments website for only $19. Butter rugs were developed by the king himself, DJ Q-Bert in order to give scratch DJ's the most slippery surface available to when using vinyl decks. The Butter Rugs have been around for years, but now they come with the exclusive Traktor symbol for a new custom look. They won't be around for long, so get 'em while you can! Links inside.

Smokin Shells SS-01 Headshells

Check out the new Smokin Shells High-Quality SS-01 Headshells for analog vinyl turntables. An item that is commonly overlooked by many DJ's, the Headshell is a very important component that joins the cartridge with the tonearm. The Smokin Shells SS-01 headshells are engineered to have the perfect weight for tracking and a mirror polish finish for styling. Watch the video inside to check out these headshells in action.

Turntablist Video Friday: DJ Happycut

On this edition of the Turntablist Video Friday we have yet another veteran who has been crushing the game for some time now in and around the internet. Check out my man DJ HappyCut as he lays it down with a set of PDX-2000 turntables and a Rane TTM-57 Mixer. The scratching is always nice and smooth and so precise. Check inside to see the full video demonstration by a true turntable contender.

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