Native Instruments MASCHINE is now available in stores worldwide.Mar 2, 2009 Native Instruments today announced that MASCHINE is now available in stores worldwide. 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.
Native Instruments announces TRAKTOR SCRATCH certification of Allen&Heath Xone:4D control mixerFeb 21, 2009 Native Instruments today announced that the Allen&Heath Xone:4D control mixer is now certified for advanced integration with TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO. Furthermore, the Xone:1D, 2D and 4D models are now part of the "TRAKTOR Ready" program.
The certification of the Xone:4D allows users of TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO to connect their computer, turntables and CD decks directly to the mixer, and use time-code control without the AUDIO 8 DJ interface. Native Instruments also provides a performance-ready controller configuration file for the Xone:4D, enabling DJs to intuitively control a wide range of functions in TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO from the MIDI-enabled control elements of the mixer with no additional setup necessary.
Oscar Winning Sound Designer Sees the Future with the Zoom H4nFeb 17, 2009 Frank Serafine is one of the most well-known and revered sound designers in Hollywood. A veteran of over 30 years, Frank has contributed his audio expertise to landmark films such as Field of Dreams, Star Trek, Tron and The Hunt for Red October, for which he shared the Academy Award for sound editing.
MixMeister Express AnnouncedFeb 5, 2009 MixMeister, the developer of the world’s most intuitive DJ software, announces MixMeister Express, the fastest way to create professional-quality mixes for fitness classes, personal workouts and dance groups.
MixMeister Express enables any user to mix and automatically transition between songs, creating custom music mixes with automatic tempo matching. The software program is intuitive, easy to learn and requires no DJ or audio-software experience. With MixMeister Express, users can create full-length mixes for up to 80 minutes of seamless music, then record their mixes to CD and transfer them to an iPod or other portable device for playback.
Mixcity Inc KueIt! Hit at NAMM 2009Jan 19, 2009 Mixcity Inc.’s KueIt gives you the ability to access 310 audio clips for instant simultaneous playback at the touch of your fingertips. It's as easy as a simple keyboard key stroke or the click of your mouse. Create and store your own library of music clips, sound effects and jingles with ease. KueIt’s user-friendly interface allows you to access audio files quickly, making it easy to create your own custom user profile in minutes. KueIt is the only software on the market capable of giving you truly instant seamless playback of as many as 310 audio files played simultaneously from one computer.
Gemini CDJ-505 Tabletop Media Player Shown at NAMMJan 19, 2009 Gemini’s CDJ-505 Professional Tabletop Player combines the key elements of Gemini’s CDJ-505 plus a host of innovative features including the ability to play MP3 files from any USB storage device as well as a multifunction scroll knob for quick MP3 folder navigation! The CDJ-505 also features a SCRATCH Effect mode that will let you get even more creative with your mixes. In addition, this player is jam packed with the essentials such as an extra large jog wheel, Audio CD, CD-R, MP3 & USB compatibility, Anti-Shock™ buffer memory, frame accurate search, instant-start and cue with preview and seamless looping. A fully loaded, compact and portable cd player makes the CDJ-505 a must have for all serious home, mobile and club DJs.
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).
TRAKTOR PRO Available In StoresNov 3, 2008 Native Instruments today announced TRAKTOR PRO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO, the next versions of its groundbreaking digital DJ solutions with MIDI and time-code control. Based on years of software evolution, the latest TRAKTOR generation offers superior creative workflow, an extremely functional user interface, powerful sound shaping features, advanced syncing and control functions, and much more.
American Audio SDJ-2 Dual SD Player Upgrade UnveiledSep 25, 2008 When American Audio came out with its landmark SDJ-1 professional dual SD player, life suddenly got easier for mobile DJs. They could put their entire digital music library on an SD card the size of a postage stamp and play it back as they would CDs, without having to lug around expensive laptops, exterior hard drives or external MP3 players.
Electronic music icon Richie Hawtin switches to TRAKTOR SCRATCHMar 27, 2008 Native Instruments and renowned electronic music artist Richie Hawtin today announced a collaboration based on Hawtin's recent adoption of TRAKTOR SCRATCH and TRAKTOR 3 as his new DJ tools of choice.
Denon’s new DN-S1200Jan 17, 2008 Denon’s new DN-S1200 Compact CD/USB Media Player & Controller is a super-compact and sophisticated DJ instrument that lets users bring together and enjoy access to their entire music collection from virtually all-existing storage media, including Apple® iPods® and USB Flash Drives. For total flexibility, it features an illuminated Slot-In CD Player, a quick-loading and fast data reading mechanism that offers a variety of audio compact disc support, including CD, CD-R, CD-RW and CD-TEXT.
NUMARK INTRODUCES THREE NEW “COMPUTER DJ IN A BOX” BUNDLESDec 26, 2007 Numark, the world’s leading manufacturer of products for the DJ market, introduces three bundles designed for computer-based DJs. Total Computer DJ in a Box, Mobile Computer DJ in a Box and Professional Computer DJ in a Box offer all-in-one solutions for DJs of any level.
Extensive new features announced with launch of DJ-1800 v3.0Nov 21, 2007 DJ-1800 v3.0 launches today, with significant new features and enhancements to the acclaimed professional DJ software for Mac.
v3.0 delivers great new features including Pitch Lock and automatic BPM calculation, to enhance the experience for professional and bedroom DJs alike. In addition, v3.0 enables users to plug in an iPod and go - immediately making music on any iPod available to mix and play at a gig.
Fidelity Media Releases MegaSeg 4.1 Update With Over 40 ImprovementsOct 29, 2007 Fidelity Media has released version 4.1 of their MegaSeg DJ mixing and radio automation software. The update, available for download at MegaSeg.com, adds over 40 improvements and fixes including compatibility with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard, new pitch control buttons, improved Pitch-Lock playback quality
New low-priced OtsAV released by Ots LabsOct 12, 2007 Introducing OtsAV, a breakthrough new all-in-one product that's packed with all former OtsDJ technologies, Vista 32-bit compatible, and available for the new low price of US$299.95.