Native Instruments Intros Traktor Kontrol S5 4-Channel Stems-Ready DJ System

Native Instruments has introduced Traktor Kontrol S5 – a new 4-channel DJ system. Here’s what they have to say about it: With a compact size and solid construction, TRAKTOR KONTROL S5 puts familiar hardware control, fluid touch-and-see workflow, and Stems* compatibility into a modern DJ experience. TRAKTOR KONTROL S5 builds on hardware design made popular by… Read More Native Instruments Intros Traktor Kontrol S5 4-Channel Stems-Ready DJ System

In The Studio With Legowelt

This video, via FACT TV, takes a look into the studio of Dutch producer Legowelt (Danny Wolfers). In the video, Wolfers makes a track from scratch, using a combination of his own patches and sample packs, a tape player and more. 

Panasonic Announces Plans To Bring Back Technics Turntable, Leaves Off Tone Arm & Needle

In the years since Panasonic killed off the Technics SL-1200 turntable – and the Technics brand – demand for vinyl has grown. And along with that growth in interest in vinyl has come demands for a successor to the Technics’ classic. Now Panasonic has announced that it is reviving Technics turntables, and at its IFA… Read More Panasonic Announces Plans To Bring Back Technics Turntable, Leaves Off Tone Arm & Needle

Native Instruments Releases Stem Creator Tool As A Free Beta

Native Instruments has released Stem Creator, a free application for creating STEMS formatted audio files, as a beta download. STEMS is an open file format that lets you distribute tracks that incorporate a full mix, plus four stem tracks – such as drums, bass, keys and vocals. Each of the four stem tracks can be individually mixed, allowing for… Read More Native Instruments Releases Stem Creator Tool As A Free Beta

Numark Intros TT250USB USB DJ Turntable

Numark has introduced the TT250USB DJ turntable – a professional direct-drive turntable designed for heavy-duty DJ and music playback duties. According to Numark, the TT250USB’s quartz-controlled motor delivers virtually perfect speed accuracy when playing back records, and its high-torque motor and heavy cast-aluminum platter provide the ideal amount of resistance and feel for scratching effects.

Pioneer DJ Intros ‘Battle-Ready’ DJM-S9 DJ Mixer

Pioneer DJ today introduced the ‘Battle Ready’ DJM-S9 two-channel mixer for Serato DJ. Features include a customisable crossfader, and Performance Pads and FX buttons that DJs can map to suit their preferences. The mixer delivers plug-and-play integration with Serato DJ’s four decks and boasts DVS support, on-board Beat FX, two USB sound cards, and a… Read More Pioneer DJ Intros ‘Battle-Ready’ DJM-S9 DJ Mixer

Native Instruments Debuts Stems Open File Format

Native Instruments today launched Stems, their multi-track audio format. Stems introduces what NI is calling “enhanced performance possibilities” for DJs and a “new paradigm” for the greater music industry. Stems is an open file format which allows the user the ability to manipulate (and, in NI’s words, “freely interact with”) a track’s four different musical… Read More Native Instruments Debuts Stems Open File Format