Native Instruments MASCHINE Announced at NAMM 2009Jan 18, 2009 Native Instruments today announced MASCHINE, a next-generation groove production studio that makes beat creation and arrangement more immediate and tactile than ever before. The system combines an advanced software sequencer and sampler with a seamlessly integrated, highly functional performance controller. Finally merging a fast and intuitive groove-box workflow with the power and versatility of software, MASCHINE enables an inspiring and spontaneous creative approach for today’s computer-based music production setups.
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American DJ Galaxian Move Sets Lasers In MotionJan 18, 2009 A new solar galaxy, moving at the speed of light, will soon be coming to nightspots everywhere! American DJ has introduced the Galaxian Move, a moving head version of its popular Galaxian celestial red and green laser beam effect. Great for small clubs, bands and mobile entertainers, the Galaxian Move will have the entire solar system orbiting around the room with its sweeping 540° pan and 270° tilt movement.
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NUMARK HDMIX MOBILE DJ SYSTEM NAMM 2009Jan 18, 2009 Numark, the world’s leading manufacturer of DJ technology, announces that HDMIX, a compact, portable and expandable all-in-one mobile DJ system is now available. The unit will be on display at the 2009 NAMM Show in Anaheim, Calif., January 15 – 18, 2009 at the Numark booth, number 6400.
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Cerwin Vega! Announces the TS-42 Folded Horn Subwoofer With a 21" DriverJan 18, 2009 Cerwin Vega! a leading manufacturer of loudspeakers and audio products for professional and home markets, today announced the Cerwin-Vega TS-42 folded horn subwoofer. The TS-42 is the ultimate expression of the legendary Cerwin-Vega bone-jarring bass and earth-shaking sound. The subwoofer is aimed at sound companies, performing DJs, musicians, nightclubs and theaters that need to thrill their audiences with clear, powerful bass. The TS-42 is available now at Cerwin-Vega authorized dealers worldwide.
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Cortex DMIX-600 Gives DJs Complete ControlJan 18, 2009 Technically sound, compact, and portable, the DMIX-600 Digital Music Control Station is the first true all-in-one mixing solution for iPod™ which incorporates onboard effects and advanced features.
Integrating Cortex’s patent-pending USB compatible technology with a 2-channel audio mixer and built-in universal iPod™ Dock, DJ’s can search, cue, play, pitch, mix and even scratch digital music files (MP3 or .WAV) directly from their iPod™ or any other external USB storage device (up to 4 USB devices simultaneously using an external USB hub).
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Gemini CDMP-2600 Digital Music Player Arrives at NAMMJan 18, 2009 Designed to make MP3 easier and more affordable, Gemini’s new CDMP-2600 Professional CD/MP3/USB Player is the perfect rack mountable unit for your mobile DJing or club installation needs. Simply pop in all your digital songs stored on your USB Key and MP3 player via USB inputs and you are ready to mix! In addition to being MP3 and USB MP3 compatible, the CDMP-2600 also has Audio CD and CD-R compatibility so you don’t have to forget about all your CDs! Boasting an impressive array of features DJ’s need and want, as well as the convenience of MP3 and CD,the CDMP-2600 also has SCRATCH Effect feature to add an extra effect to your mixes. The CDMP-2600 is sure to take your performance and mix to the next level.
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I-Key Shows The HDR-7 Field Recorder AT NAMMJan 18, 2009 I-Key a leaser in cutting edge electronics displayed their new field recorder the
HDR-7. Perfect for recording interviews, pod-casts, meetings, class lectures and seminars, and also live performances the
HDR-7 will be in stores soon.
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Colorado Sound & Lighting SmartPak ArrivesJan 17, 2009 Colorado Sound & Lighting, maker and inventors of specialty lighting and audio products designed especially for DJs announced today their new remote light pack. The SmartPak can handle a 10 Amp total wattage load or 1200 watts over its four channel layout. All controlled via a handheld remote fob.
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Gemini CDMP-5000 Takes A Bite Into Digital DJingJan 17, 2009 The ultimate in affordable and reliable Professional Dual CD/MP3/USB mixing consoles, the new CDMP-5000 provides high quality digital connection via built-in USB inputs, allowing you to play and manipulate songs directly from your USB key/flash drives! Providing the unique flexibility and convenience of both CDs and MP3s, this ideal mobile DJ rig and club installation piece is loaded with cutting-edge features, delivering optimum functionality to launch your MP3 performances to the next level.
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Economy Hits Loud TechnologiesJan 17, 2009 In December Loud Technologies Inc. announced its key Chinese supplier, which makes about a third of the company’s audio and musical products, has stopped making its products. As of today Loud said it will voluntarily withdraw its shares from listing on the NASDAQ stock exchange, a move that will take effect sometime in early February.
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Gemini Releases Four New Mixers At NAMMJan 16, 2009 Gemini proudly introduces four new mixers to its new professional DJ Mixer line during the 2009 Winter NAMM giving DJs some of the latest technology currently available on the market. The new mixers include the Gemini PS-828EFX, Gemini MM-4400, Gemini MM-2400 and the Gemini MM-1800.
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Martin Maxedia Compact™ Now in Rackmount VersionJan 14, 2009 Maxedia Compact Rackmount™ is a streamlined 19” rackmount version of Martin Professional’s Maxedia Compact™ media server that adds analog video input and includes two universal DMX ports. The graphics cards and all other hardware have received an upgrade, and it offers the same removable disk drive tray as other Maxedias™.
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CHAUVET’s DJ Line Becomes GreenerJan 14, 2009 CHAUVET continues its commitment to a greener DJ line with the presentation at NAMM Show 2009 of new LED-fitted versions of time-honored favorites. Among them: the Double Derby X, the Kinta X, the LED Mushroom , the LED Pinspot and the Q-Spot 250 LED yoke. All offer the advantages of dissipating little to no heat, which eliminates the need for duty cycles.
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Allen & Heath Launches Entry Level Xone DJ Mixer At NAMM 2009Jan 12, 2009 Allen & Heath has unveiled the Xone:22, a 2 channel analogue DJ mixer offering high quality audio and a professional feature set at an entry level price. The smallest and most affordable Xone mixer to date, the Xone:22 is equipped with Allen & Heath’s characteristic sound and build quality, and professional grade features that would normally be found in the booth of a top-rated club.
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American DJ LED Trispot Casts The Trusty PinspotJan 2, 2009 The color pinspot has long been a mainstay of DJ/club lighting, dating back to the days of the disco ball. Now, American DJ is taking this industry standard to a new level of cutting-edge excitement with the LED Trispot, an amazing little LED-powered pinspot, that’s capable of producing a rainbow of dazzling colors and color effects, without the use of color wheels or gels.
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