2007 Winter NAMM Show: Behringer’s first attempt at a DJ controller, the BCD2000, didn’t generate the hype that some of their other B-Control controllers have. The company didn’t waste any time coming out with an update, though, and was showing the B-CONTROL DJ BCD3000 software controller at the Winter NAMM show. Based on the brief… Read More NAMM: Behringer Intros New DJ Controller
Native Instruments has released TRAKTOR 3.2, an update for its groundbreaking DJ software. The new version brings a wide range of functional enhancements, as well as compatibility with Intel-based Macintosh computers. TRAKTOR 3.2 offers synchronized track mirroring between decks, seamless Hot Cueing and stripe navigation, optimized tempo detection, new WAV tag writing, an enhanced External… Read More Native Instruments Traktor Now MacTel Compatible
Here’s something for international superstar DJ’s that have everything that they could possibly ever need in this lifetime – a gas powered turntable: The turntable is a design concept by wouter Geense Design Studio, and has a 2.5 cc motor. According to the designers, “Our basic thought is that imagination functions as a guide or… Read More What Every International Superstar DJ Needs For Christmas….A Gas Powered Turntable
The first ever MySpace live broadcast, happening Saturday, November 18th, will feature electronic music artists DJ Sandra Collins and VJ Vello Virkhaus who will perform their much talked about live audio/video experience – Interference. Interference is more than just the typical clubbing event. Recently voted DJ Magazine’s 2006 #2 VJ in the world, Vello Virkhaus… Read More First Ever MySpace Live Broadcast To Feature DJ Sandra Collins and VJ Vello Virkhaus
PLAY.FM, in co-operation with the artist-in-residence program of quartier21/ MuseumsQuartier Wien is offering two scholarships for “Talented Artists of the DJ and Club Culture.” “We owe this to a vital club culture without which PLAY.FM would not have been possible. Therefore we want to promote young talent as part of our promotional program for new… Read More Scholarships for DJs
Bids 4 Beats is an auction of unique dj-related items that kicks off on Monday, October 23rd at 5:00am (PST). Humanitarian organization NextAid has teamed up with cMarket, the leading provider of online auctions for non-profit causes, to present this event geared towards the global electronic music community. Participants from all over the world will… Read More Bid 4 Beats DJ Auction
Ableton has released Live 6, offering Quicktime video support, a professional multisample library, and customizable racks of instruments and effects. Live 6 also satisfies frequent user requests by delivering multicore support, enhanced project management tools, and improved MIDI control. “Live 6 upholds Ableton’s tradition of responding to and respecting our vocal user base while maintaining… Read More Ableton Releases Live 6
Livid , the dudes behind the Tactic VJ controller and the insane RGB guitar, has introduced respond-r, an interactive video system that creates immersive multimedia experiences through responsive physical interaction and audience participation. Yes – its a sexy interactive reactive tough thing. According to Livid, the respond-r transforms floors, walls and screens into an immersive… Read More Livid Intros Sexy Interactive Reactive Touch Thing
The 2006 International DJ Expo will be held August 21st-24th at the Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, N.J. Now in its 17th year, the Expo will present a schedule of informative seminars, an exhibit hall of the latest DJ products, a slate of evening parties & events and, according to organizers, the biggest… Read More 2006 International DJ Expo
Vocomotion has announced the release of The Thumper TH70, the latest update in The Thumper series of throat microphones designed for vocal percussionists, beatboxers, and bass singers. Like previous Thumpers, this new model is designed to pickup throat sounds at the source, optimizing the bass response by filtering everything but deep, thumpy frequencies, using Vocomotion’s… Read More Vocomotion Intros Cheap Throat Microphone
