Cassettes cool again, but do you have a player?
Cassettes are pretty awful, but like most things retro, seemingly cool. Or at least so says the BBC, who have found a small but noticeable rise in sales.
INTERVIEW: Me, with DJ-LAB.DE. What was I thinking?
In a rare moment of weakness, the spotlight was turned onto me, as I agreed to an interview with German gear blog DJ-LAB.DE.
REVIEW: Reloop Wave 8 Studio Monitors
Reloop are ticking just about every box in the DJ and producer check list. This time, it’s the Reloop Wave 8 studio monitors, that aren’t just for the studio.
Nightclubs + a nightclub = Ortofon Cocoon carts
Look — the old ways are still alive. Ortofon and world famous nightclub Cocoon have joined forces to make to aptly named Ortofon Cocoon limited editions.
Denon Engine gets tuned — v1.1.0 out now
All engines need tuning, thus Denon Engine has been tweaked to v1.1.0. Updates, fixes and general improvements all round are the order of the day,
UPDATE: Open source DJ software Mixxx reaches 1.11.0
Janet Jackson and Luther Vandross sang that the best things in life are free. Well open source DJ software Mixxx certain is, and has reached v1.11.0.
iWebDJ and Partycloud — DJ with a controller… in a browser
DJing has come a long way in a short time. And iWebDJ has the potential to change the game again. DJ with a web app AND a MIDI controller? Yes please.
MixVibes Cross 2.4 — 4 channels at last!
MixVibes Cross jumps to 2.4, and with it takes a giant leap forward into 4 deck territory. Welcome to the grown up’s table at last.
REVIEW: Akai MPC Studio Music Production Controller
Akai’s MPC heritage is clear. But everything needs an update right? The MPC Studio sits in the middle of their range and does a lot for its size.
HANDS ON: Traktor DJ shoehorned into the iPhone
First there was Traktor Pro for desktops, then came Traktor DJ for iPad. But finally the pocket-sized experience has arrived. Traktor DJ for iPhone is here.
Native Instruments Japan’s launch bash at Womb
Native Instruments are now in Japan, and obviously the best way to mark it is to throw a massive party. They did this in style at the Womb club in Tokyo.
VIDEO: ALS patient rocks NYE party thanks to technology and love
This video tells the inspiring story of David Anderson, and how despite suffering with ALS, he used technology to DJ his NYE party for the ones he loves.
SHOWCASE: Mega Team’s 1992 DMC Entry — gear abuse frenzy
If you’re precious about your DJ gear, look away now. Watch The Mega Team abuse DJ gear in the name of turntablism at the 1992 DMC team final.
SHOWCASE: Cheeba’s TouchOSC setup
The iPad has a place in every DJ’s setup. And as DJ Cheeba shows, he uses his with TouchOSC to control key elements of his setup from a single screen.
The DJWORX business card prototype
Business card? Hell no — laser cut metallic faced plastic. Watch this idea develop into something really cool.
Pioneer DDJ-ERGO-K – new paint job and Traktor ready
Pioneer give their cool entry level ERGO-V controller a pro black makeover, a Traktor inject ion and called it DDJ-ERGO-K. And it’s out in a matter of weeks.
REVIEW: Behringer HPX6000 DJ Headphones
Behringer headphone review? Yay with a small y normally. But wait – these Behringer HPX6000 cans are actually very good. And cheap too.
About those Traktor Remix Decks…
NI’s Remix Decks are allegedly the next big thing in digital DJing. Chris Cartledge has a look and offers his thoughts and ideas.
REVIEW: Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol Z2 Part 1
Is it a mixer or controller? The Traktor Kontrol Z2 is both it seems. In the first of 2 full reviews, Chris Cartledge plays, likes and writes.
Stanton SCS.4DJ Controller Review
At a time when most manufacturers assume that laptop is requirement for live DJ performance, Stanton decide to ditch it for the SCS.4DJ and give you an all in one controller. We checked it out.
NEW: MixVibes CrossDJ 2.0 details
MixVibes keep on fine tuning their DJ offering. CrossDJ 2.0 is the culmination of years of work, and should get the big boys looking over their shoulders.
Serato vinils offically spelted rong aka collectors items
Only Serato has the brand kudos to offload a horrendous QC error as a desirable classic. 40% off control vinyl while stocks last.
More on modular from Roger Linn
See – it’s not just me with ideas on modular. Roger Linn had them as well, although he did shelve them. See what he had in mind.
Simple pleasures — my retro Jazzy Jeff Gemini mixer
While tons of buttons can be nice, sometimes all I need is a crossfader. And when it’s inside a vintage Gemini Jazzy Jeff mixer, I’m in heaven.
EXCLUSIVE: Musikmesse 2013 — Numark Mixtrack Edge DJ controller
Not much bigger than a handbag magazine, Numark’s new Mixtrack Edge aims to find its way into every DJ’s life. I promise it won’t take up much room.
