Faderfox releases LD2 and LC2 controllers for Ableton Live
Faderfox is expanding their line of affordable and compact midi controllers with two new models, specially – but not exclusively – designed for Ableton Live users.
The micromodul LD2 is a custom-made, pocket-size controller for the usage with Ableton Live. It was designed as a supplement to the LV2. Whilst the LV2 offers all faders, encoders, [...]
Native Instruments announces Traktor Scratch and Audio 8 DJ
Traktor Scratch is a DJ system allowing you to spin your digital track collection on vinyl or CD turntables.
The Traktor Scratch system consists of a special version of Native
Instruments’ TRAKTOR software, the new AUDIO 8 DJ hardware
interface, a pair of “Instant Connect” multi-core cables, and a
set of time-code vinyls and CDs. The system utilizes a [...]
M-Audio X-Session Pro
Update: I dated this post back from December to October since it is really not a newsitem for December any longer.
A new DJ tool from M-Audio has recently been presented:
The X-Session Pro USB MIDI DJ Mixer controller is the easiest way to bring traditional DJ mixer-style control to the world of computer DJing and live [...]
New DJ gear from Numark
At the Musikmesse 2006 in Frankfurt/Germany, Numark has presented a hole range of interesting new devices for the digital DJ.
HDMIX
DJ performance system with built-in hard drive
User replaceable 80 GB HD
A three-channel professional mixer with EQ & Gain on each channel
CD drive for ripping and CD playback
One display [...]
Pioneer upgrades CDJ-1000MK2 and finally adds mp3 support
Today Pioneer introduced the next generation MP3 compatible CDJ-1000MK3 and CDJ-800MK2 CD Decks.
With the best quality audio complemented by intuitive precision vinyl emulation, the CDJ-1000MK2 is established as the world’s standard CD deck: performance that’s evolving with the CDJ-1000MK3. The new deck provides full MP3 compatibility, a HOT LOOP feature, ‘JOG feeling adjust’ and [...]
Faderfox – The Next Generation
Mathias Fuchß is presenting the next generation of his faderfox controllers – the LX2, LV2, DJ2 and DX2.
The micromodul LV2 is a pocket-size, custom-made controller of 2nd generation for Ableton Live. Lots of different control elements are integrated into this controller. This inexpensive controller unifies track- faders, encoders, buttons and joystick in a very compact [...]
WinterNAMM 2006 – pictures
Scratchworx has posted a short review and some exclusive images from the WinterNAMM 2005, showing among others some of the earlier mentioned products. Seems like the Gemini CDT-05 is no longer vapourware. It looks better and obviously actually works. Until now Denon has not announced any new products yet (not counting the silver faceplate of [...]
WinterNAMM 2006 news – part 2
In part 2 of our WinderNAMM news coverage, I will focurs on controllers. Controllers like we use them for music production or laptop DJing. A couple of companies have presented new products and the CME controllers are probably the most interesting. I haven’t seen new special DJ software controllers yet.
USB/Midi Controller
CME VX5/6/7/8
Intelligent keyboard controller
M-Audio Axiom [...]
WinterNAMM 2006 news – part 1
Some interesting new products for DJs have been presented at the WinterNAMM 2006 show.
DJ Equipment
Tascam CD-DJ1
Ultra-Compact Professional Tabletop DJ CD/MP3 Player
Numark x2 Hybrid Turntable
A turntable and CD/mp3 player all in one.
Rane TTM 57SL mixer
Rane mixer with Serato Scratch LIVE support and USB port
Pioneer DJM400
two-channel mixer with In-Loop sampler and effects
Pioneer DJM800
4-channel mixer with Auto [...]
Slim Devices presents third-generation Squeezebox
Slim Devices, Inc. today introduced its 3rd generation Squeezebox network music player. “We took the technical lessons of our past products and wrapped them into a cutting-edge design to redefine the network music player category” said Patrick Cosson, VP of Sales and Marketing.
The new Squeezebox, which is available in black or white and wireless or [...]
Allen & Heath launches the Xone:3D DJ controller
The Xone:3D is a combination of 4-channel DJ mixer, a multi-channel USB sound-card and MIDI controller with automatic BPM synchronization. It looks like this is the perfect tool for laptop-DJs and producers who are working with software like Ableton’s Live or Native Instruments’s Traktor DJ.
Features
4 multi-input channels – for phono, line, or soundcard
3 band, full [...]
Dj Expo 2005 Amsterdam review
This weekend the DJ Expo opened its doors in the RAI in Amsterdam. It was quiet obvious that laptop and computer software are becoming more and more important for the DJ sceme. Stanton’s Finalscratch with Native Instruments Traktor DJ software and Ableton’s Live were shown on many booths.
Allen & Heath
Jochem Paap (Speedy J) gave [...]
Dj Expo 2005 Amsterdam video
A short video clip of the DJ Expo 2005 in Amsterdam with the Denon DN-S3500, Numark CDX and Speedy J.
R.I.P.: Bob Moog, the inventor of Moog synthesizer
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — August 21, 2005 — Bob died this afternoon at his home in Asheville, N.C. He was 71. Bob was diagnosed with brain cancer (glioblastoma multiforme or GBM) in late April 2005. He had received both radiation treatment and chemotherapy to help combat the disease. He is survived by his wife, Ileana, his [...]
Denon announces the new direct drive DN-S3500 CD/Mp3 player
At the DJ Expo in Atlantic City, Denon today introduced the new DN-S3500 tabletop CD/MP3 player with a powerful 12-pole Direct Drive motor, 7 on-board effects, full mp3 playback (up to 320kbps) and a 15-second on-board sampler.
The Denon DN-S3500 Professional Direct Drive CD/MP3 Player is available late September.
Now the big question is, when will the [...]
Numark announces IDJ mixing console for Apple iPod
The Numark iDJ is a 2-channel mixer that enables mobile DJs and iPod enthusiasts to seamlessly integrate their portable music libraries with other music and sound reinforcement systems—transforming the iPod from a personal music player into a source playback device.
A press release revealed today, that the suggested retail price will be $399. The Numark iDJ [...]
ARTcessories Presents the USB Phono Plus Audio Interface
PRESS RELEASE
Joing the ARTcessories line is the USB Phono Plus, a USB audio interface with a standalone Phono preamplifier.
Formerly named the “USB Micro PRE,” he USB Phono Plus acts as an interface between your computer and a wide variety of analog and digital sources. The analog inputs are switchable between Phono and Line level [...]
Roland TB-303 – Bassline Baseline, 2005
Bassline Baseline is a 21 minute documentary by Nate Harrison about the legendary Roland TB-303 bass line sequencer.
Bassline Baseline is a video essay that investigates the invention, failure and subsequent resurrection of the mythic Roland TB-303 Bass Line music machine in the last two decades of the 20th century. The narrative seeks to invite thoughts [...]
DJ equipment prices – Holland vs Germany
At the moment I have Mimo’s set of two Pioneer CDJ-1000MK2 with the Pioneer DJM-500 mixer at home to prepare for the gig in 2 weeks. The last time I have been behind the decks has been more than 6 years ago and back then first DJ CD-Players didn’t convince me at all. But those [...]
Trigger Finger
Today I received Trigger Finger and FireWire Audiophile, both from M-Audio. Trigger Finger is a 16-pad USB MIDI drum control surface. The pads are velocity and pressure-sensitive and there are also 8 assignable knobs as well as 4 assignable faders.
The Trigger Finger joins the Evoltion UC-33 USB MIDI controler, which I am already using with [...]
