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Review- PIONEER DDJ-SX SERATO DJ CONTROLLER
PIONEER DDJ-SX SERATO DJ CONTROLLER The Pioneer DDJ-SX is the first DJ controller designed for Serato DJ, the new DJ software from, yup, Serato. (Update: Also take a look at the Pioneer DDJ-SZ). Both this controller and the software are launched today, and so the controller is plainly a big...
Review- DB TECHNOLOGIES CROMO 8+ ACTIVE SPEAKER
DB TECHNOLOGIES CROMO 8+ ACTIVE SPEAKER The Cromo+ Series offers powered loudspeakers with modern digital technology for first time users, without having to miss out on professional features and outstanding audio performance. The Cromo+ Series features the ultra compact digipack digital power amplifiers, based on the successful digipro amp technology...
Review- KORG PA-50SD 61 KEY KEYBOARD
KORG PA-50SD 61 KEY KEYBOARD OVERVIEW Korg's popular PA50 professional arranger brought up to date with SD data card storage, For years, the Korg PA50 has been the most popular member of the Korg Pa family. Its amazing sound, ease of use, and affordable price point has proved a winning...
Review- Roland A-800 PRO 61-key MIDI Controller
Major MIDI Control! Way more than a keyboard! Roland's A-800 PRO is one serious MIDI controller. Beyond having 61 velocity-sensitive keys for playing virtual instruments, this beast boasts a total of 45 assignable controls — knobs, buttons, sliders, and more. You can assign out the controls however you want, so...
Review- ESP LTD EC-100QM ELECTRIC GUITAR
ESP LTD EC-100QM ELECTRIC GUITAR Features: The guitar was made in Indonesia in 2006. It has an agathis body with a beautiful quilted maple top. The neck is quite thick with 24 jumbo frets. The Tune-O-Matic with stop tailpiece makes it very simple to palm mute. It's got 2 ESP...
DJ Tips - Choosing Headphones, Needles & Slipmats
Headphones Just like any other piece of DJ equipment, DJ headphones need to meet certain requirements that have to do with how and where they are typically used. By the way, DJs are expected to bring their own headphones with them to a club, so keep in mind that your...
The Art of the Warm Up
Like most DJs, your club career will most probably begin with doing warm up slots. Playing for an empty dancefloor early in the evening may seem boring and uninteresting, but only at first glance. In fact, the warm up is a great school for the DJ, which like nothing else...
Eighteen Live Audio Mixing Tips and Tricks
These gold nuggets of mixing / audio production wisdom are insights into doing something small to make a huge impact. My notebook is filled with audio mixing tips and tricks from the Gurus of Tech 2013 conference. That tells you two things; the conference was great and I still go...
Review- IBANEZ IRON LABEL RGIR27FE 7-STRING ELECTRIC GUITAR WITH EMG PICKUPS
IBANEZ IRON LABEL RGIR27FE 7-STRING ELECTRIC GUITAR WITH EMG PICKUPS Your fingers will fly on this super-fast Nitro Wizard neck One of Ibanez's fastest necks to date, the Nitro Wizard neck on the RGIR27FE Iron Label is an absolute pleasure to play. This slim and super-comfortable neck lets you pull...
Audio Mixers: How to Choose
In this buyer’s guide we’ll be addressing three basic types of audio mixers: Recording mixers, also referred to as studio mixers Live sound mixers, also referred to as PA mixers or sound system mixers DJ mixers Since many mixers support both live sound and recording functions, the distinction between these...
Review- Behringer C-3 Condenser Microphone
Behringer C-3 Condenser Microphone The Behringer C-3 is a home recording enthusiast's dream come true. This professional-quality condenser microphone is designed to capture your sounds with incredible realism, sensitivity and accuracy. Features - Professional large dual-diaphragm condenser microphone for studio recording and live applications - Ideal as main and support...
The Best Keyboards and Pianos for Beginners
When choosing any instrument for a beginner, there is a balance that must be found: You want an instrument with enough playability and features that the student will not instantly get frustrated with it. But at the same time, you don’t need to spend extra on features that the novice...