UK record label First Word Records is offering DJs the best of both worlds – vinyl records that include downloadable MP3s – with a new service, DigiWax. The records are double-weight vinyl discs that come with a unique code. With the code, buyers can download an unprotected, 320Kbps MP3 version of the music, to use… Read More UK Record Label Offers MP3s Along With Vinyl
Native Instruments has announced announce that Traktor Scratch is now available in stores worldwide. Traktor Scratch software is based on the Traktor 3 engine, but specifically tweaked for turntable/CD DJs. Features include: Browsing in iTunes Playlists directly from within Traktor Explorer Instant iPod Playlists recognition High Resolution Control Signal (2kHz) Scrolling Playlist via Vinyl function… Read More Get Your Scratch On – Native Instruments Traktor Scratch Now In Stores
M-Audio has announce that its X-Session Pro MIDI controller now ships with Torq LE software, a streamlined version of the company’s popular Torq software for DJs. Torq LE software includes many of the same features as the Torq application that is revolutionizing the world of digital DJing. Torq LE lets users mix digital audio files—including… Read More M-Audio X-Session Pro DJ Controller Now Includes Torq LE Software
Korg has introduced two entirely droolworthy Kaoss DJ mixers. The two-channel KM-202 and four-channel KM-402 Dynamic DJ Mixers are hybrid products that combine the effects and interface from the renowned KAOSS Pad with a performance-oriented 24-bit digital DJ mixer complete with a variety of independent EQ types and adjustable crossfader curves. Sweeeeet! Description: The KM-202… Read More Korg Intros Awesome KM-202 and KM-402 KAOSS Mixers
Musikmesse: Native Instruments announced “TRAKTOR SCRATCH Certified”, a certification program that will enable DJ mixers with integrated audio interface to fully integrate with the company’s upcoming vinyl-controlled DJ system. The certification will ensure that these mixers will work in perfect harmony with TRAKTOR SCRATCH. Owners of certified mixers will also be able to purchase a… Read More Native Instruments Launches “TRAKTOR SCRATCH Certified” DJ Mixer Integration
Musikmesse: Stanton DJ introduced the new S.300 Tabletop CD Player w/ MP3 along with the complete DJ DIGIPAK.MP3 package that includes two S.300s, an SMX.211 mixer, a custom road case, and cabling. The Stanton S.300 is a professional quality tabletop CD player with MP3 compatibility and anti-shock buffer memory. Features: Single table top CD player… Read More Stanton DJ Releases S.300 Tabletop CD Player With MP3 and Complete DJ Package
Musikmesse: Native Instruments announced a new controller compatibility program that will make it easier for DJs to find the best possible performance controller for their TRAKTOR-based setups. Selected digital DJ controllers are now labeled to be “TRAKTOR Ready” respectively “TRAKTOR 3 LE Included”. As part of this program, TRAKTOR 3 LE is now shipping as… Read More Native Instruments Launches “TRAKTOR Ready” and “TRAKTOR 3 LE Included” Programs
Musikmesse: Mackie unveiled its new d.pro Series of DJ Production Consoles with FireWire I/O. These new 2- and 4-channel DJ consoles are highlighted by their FireWire capabilities, studio-quality sound, immense routing flexibility, and certification for Native Instruments Traktor “Scratch” software—letting DJs mix and scratch digital music files using standard turntables with specially coded vinyl discs.… Read More Mackie Debuts d.pro Series DJ Production Consoles
Musikmesse: Akai Professional has introduced a keyboard controller that’s so cool, we don’t even mind that they’re using the cool “glowing keyboard” effect from our site banner. The MPK49 is part MPC, part control surface and part keyboard. What could have been a frankenkeyboard, though, looks like it’s a supermodel. The MPK49 combines a high-quality,… Read More Akai Intros MPK49 USB/MIDI Performance Controller with MPC Pads
Musikmesse 2007: Jerash Labs showed an innovative new MIDI controller design, the Mawzer Modular MIDI Controller. The Mawzer Modular MIDI Controller is a modular controller that lets you create your own custom MIDI controller from a set of five types of control units.
