Akai LPD8 and LPK25 – let’s get small y’all
Even if Summer appears to have bypassed my garden, Summer NAMM is upon us. And one or 2 bits of new gear have leaked out of the Akai PR department – most notably for DJs are the LPD8 and LPK25.
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Akai LPD8 and LPK25 – let’s get small y’all
REVIEW: MixMeister Fusion
Back in the olden days, before computers were even thought of for music, we old timers had to record mixes in one go.
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REVIEW: MixMeister Fusion
djforums DnB finals
Only 2 days left to get your vote in for the final round of the DnB Championship battle. Who will be the winner, Listen and vote here
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djforums DnB finals
REVIEW: Korg Nano Controllers
The problem with using computers for DJing is the whole using of the computer part. It’s intrustive, awkward and none too pretty to watch as a punter. Thus assorted companies already clued up in such things are bringing out various bits and bobs to make the experience better for everyone
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REVIEW: Korg Nano Controllers
Vestax verify VFX-1
Coming away from MusikMesse, I was shown something that excited me greatly. Not just because of what it was, but also because of the implications on other products on the market. But I couldn’t say a word
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Vestax verify VFX-1
D(V)J AKi’s SVM-1000 showcase at 06S, Womb, Japan
Leading drum & bass dynamo DJ AKi from Tokyo, Japan, laid down an energetic set to showcase the SVM-1000 mixer during one of his 06S parties at world-renowned club Womb. This clip captures a slice of that night – utilising split screens so you can see exactly what Womb’s chief breakbeat resident is up to – check it out! DJ AKi is not only kingpin of 06S club nights but also head of 06S Records, and key selector to the innovative ES9 and DubLab Production collectives
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D(V)J AKi’s SVM-1000 showcase at 06S, Womb, Japan
Hoops and Loops = TV gold
Just a little something to make you smile.
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Hoops and Loops = TV gold
Interview: Lars Schlichting, DVJ Vision at WMC, Miami
Lars Schlichting (aka DJ Lars) of DVJ Vision talks to DJsounds during Miami Winter Music Conference from poolside at Remix Hotel, which is held annually at The National Hotel. Lars runs the US-based video production company DVJ Vision, which creates DVD content with beat-synced visuals, and is a national trainer and consultant for Pioneer Pro DJ in the states.
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Interview: Lars Schlichting, DVJ Vision at WMC, Miami
Privilege opening party 2009, Ibiza
Lorna Cole surveys the spectacular scene and reports for DJsounds.com from Privilege’s grand opening party for 2009. Rocking the cavernous main room are Robbie Rivera, John Acquaviva, Lee Cabrera and Java, with Monza DJs hosting Cocoloco. Fresh for this year at Privilege is an impressive all-new lighting system and DJ booth, allowing for some out-of-this-world party productions, as general manager Manuel Lopez explains.
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Privilege opening party 2009, Ibiza
NI No Show No More
You may recall my piece on the future of trade shows, specifically sparked by the absence of 2 major German companies from MusikMesse, both with releases at that time. Well it seems that my 6th sense was bang on the money, because Native Instruments has made the bold decision to not bother with the time and money sucking black holes that are trade shows henceforth.
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NI No Show No More
