New DJ Gear

NAMM 2007 Allen & Heath Launches New DJ/Club Mixer
[Jan. 16, 2007] Allen & Heath has chosen the 2007 NAMM show to unveil the Xone:S2, a new installation DJ mixer for use in clubs and bars, and by professional mobile DJ’s. It is a 19” rack-mounted 4U mixer, available with either linear or rotary VCA channel faders, and features 4 stereo dual-input channels, 2 mono mic/stereo line channels, a USB audio interface, and boasts many features to both enhance the DJ’s performance and aid the installer.

Arriba Introduces Large Scanner Cases
[Jan. 3, 2007] As the first manufacturer to offer a line of soft cases for mobile lighting products, Arriba has had DJs everywhere clamoring for more. Though the line had bags to fit just about every piece of equipment a DJ could ever need to carry, just one thing was missing ? a really enormous bag, big enough to hold those gigantic scanners that are now a feature of so many light shows.

Stanton Announces New PA Series Power Amps
[Nov. 30, 2006] Stanton DJ, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of professional audio products for club and mobile DJs and turntablists, proudly announces the introduction of the new A Series power amplifiers. Available in three models the A.900, A.1800, and A.2800?these rugged, 2U rackmountable, workhorses feature state-of-the-art designs that include a highly efficient tunnel cooling system to ensure reliable, cool running operation, 21-position detent level control knobs for easily repeatable settings, signal and clip indicators for convenient monitoring of the amplifier's status, and the right connectors for integration into most any environment.

American Audio’s Vinyl 101 Direct Drive Turntable System
[Oct. 5, 2006] American Audio has packed extreme value into an all-in-one direct drive turntable package that gives DJs the power to play and mix their favorite records like a true pro. The company’s affordable new Vinyl 101 Direct Drive Turntable System contains everything DJs need to be vinyl-ready on the job: two direct drive VTD-1000 Turntables, a VM-100 DJ Mixer, HP-500 Professional Stereo Headphones, and all the necessary connecting cables for an incredibly low suggested retail price of $419.95.

AUDIO-TECHNICA OFFERS ATH-A700 IMPORT SERIES
[Sep. 19, 2006] Audio-Technica, a leader in the design and manufacture of consumer and professional microphones, headphones, phono cartridges and accessories for over 40 years, has announced the U.S. availability of its Import Series ATH-A700 closed-back dynamic headphones. Designed to deliver audiophile-quality acoustic performance with full, rich balanced bass and extended frequency response, the handsomely appointed ATH-A700 headphones offer superb fidelity while providing maximum comfort for a luxurious listening experience.

STANTON INTRODUCES C.314 CD/MP3 PLAYER
[Jul. 11, 2006] Stanton introduces the C.314, a tabletop CD player designed for MP3 DJs who want the ability to scratch CDs like vinyl. The C.314 is an innovation that is loaded with advanced features and functionality, yet is extremely user-friendly and affordable.

Denon DJ DN-X1500S
[Jun. 20, 2006] Denon DJ, renowned provider of top-quality equipment for DJs and clubs, announces the successor to the popular DN-X1500 DJ mixer. The new DN-X1500S is a 4-channel, 12" mixer featuring a brushed aluminum top panel, and is a perfect complement to the critically acclaimed DN-S3500 tabletop CD/MP3 player.

American Audio CDI 300 & CDI 500 Now Do MP3
[Feb. 26, 2006] American Audio has added MP3 playing capability to two of its most popular single CD players and jazzed them up with extra features that give DJs and remix artists more creative digital options than ever before.

Acoustica Spin It Again
[Jan. 31, 2006] Spin It Again can easily record your old vinyl records and cassettes to CD or MP3 files. Not only will Spin It Again make the whole recording and track dividing process child's play, but it will also clean your recordings by getting rid of click and pop record noise, or by removing hiss and hum off old cassette recordings. You can also record your records and cassettes directly to your iPod or portable MP3 player!

Denon DJ DJS-3500 On DIsplay At NAMM
[Jan. 25, 2006] Denon DJ takes its innovative world’s first spinning active platter design to the next technical level with the industry’s new flagship DN-S3500 tabletop CD/MP3 player. Featuring a powerful 12-pole Direct Drive motor, 7 on-board effects, intuitive control, appealing design and style, the DN-S3500 will surely reinvent the tabletop market for all vinyl and digital DJs alike.

Gemini introduces the new iKEY PLUS At NAMM
[Jan. 22, 2006] iKEY-Audio, a division of Gemini Sound Products, introduces the new iKEY PLUS – a device that records live audio and converts it into high quality MP3 and WAV files directly to an iPod® or another USB compatible storage device.

Audio-Technica Introduces Import Series Headphones
[Jan. 20, 2006] Audio-Technica, a leader in the design and manufacturer of professional and consumer microphones, headphones, phono cartridges and accessories for over 40 years, has announced the U.S. introduction of its Import Series headphones. Previously available only in Japan, the Import Series is comprised of 15 different models specifically designed for DJs, portable listening applications or audiophiles. Each model features the latest in transducer technology, a Neodymium magnet system, rugged construction and delivers the highest level of sonic accuracy while providing maximum comfort for hours of listening.

Gemini CDT-05 Hybrid Turntable On Hand At NAMM
[Jan. 20, 2006] Gemini Sound Products proudly announces the impending release of the long-awaited CDT-05 Hybrid Turntable, which is finally set for March delivery. As the first turntable on the market that plays both vinyl and CDs, the CDT-05 has generated significant media buzz and demand since it was officially announced last January.

Gemini CS-02 5-Channel Stereo Club Mixer
[Jan. 20, 2006] Gemini is proud to announce the CS-02 5-Channel Stereo Club mixer, the company’s new solution for the professional Club DJ. With a wide array of premium features such as a channel-assignable DSP module and numerous audio input options, the CS-02 promises to be a solid contender for high-end mixers in the industry.