DJ Blogs

Native Instruments has introduced the Traktor MX2, a next-generation 2-channel DJ controller aimed at DJs of all levels. This is the first Traktor controller that we’ve seen in years – the renewed Z1 and X1 being the most recent. The aesthetic of the Traktor MX2 (fairwell, “Kontrol”?) matches those releases... Read more »

Akai launches the MPC Live III, a standalone music production center with 8-core power, 3D pads, Clip Matrix loop launching, and built-in mic + speakers. The post Akai Launches MPC Live III Standalone With 8-Core Processor, Clip Matrix, Stems, and 3D Pads appeared first on DJ TechTools.... Read more »

Ableton just announced a rent-to-own plan for its flagship software – the Live 12 Suite – and it’s already making waves. For years, the biggest barrier to entry with Ableton hasn’t been the learning curve – it’s been the price tag. Suite runs $749 upfront, which for most bedroom producers, students, or... Read more »

Roland announced the new TR-1000 Rhythm Creator today: a $2,699 USD drum machine that blends digital sound engines and analog circuitry with new sampling abilities, all in one heavy-hitting piece of hardware. It weighs in at just over 12 lbs and is built at ~19″-wide x ~12″-deep x ~15″ high.... Read more »

Spotify Premium subscribers can now stream playlists directly into Rekordbox, Serato DJ, and Algoriddim's djay. It makes discovery and prep easier than ever, but with no offline mode, limited cue support, and licensing gaps, is it ready for pro DJs? The post Spotify (finally) slides into Rekordbox, Serato, and Algoriddim... Read more »

CDJ-3000X: AlphaTheta’s Next Flagship DJ Player AlphaTheta has unveiled the CDJ-3000X, successor to the CDJ-3000. At first glance, it is the same familiar form factor, but the updates are focused on connectivity, browsing, cueing, durability, and sound. Some of these changes are substantial, significant improvements, while others are a bit... Read more »

In this review, we put the Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen to the test. With 18 ins, 20 outs, clean preamps, loopback, and auto gain, it delivers pro-studio flexibility for producers, DJs, and streamers at an affordable price. The post Review: Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 4th Gen appeared first on DJ... Read more »

AlphaTheta’s newest piece of production gear has arrived: an affordable and portable groovebox, tagged with quite the catchy name to fit its style. The Chordcat is a battery-powered sequencer with 8 channels that lets you sketch out chord progressions and basic arrangements without a laptop – and it’s earmarked at $299.... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #655: 1) DJ Leandro - Sunrise 2) DJ Leandro - Higher [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 3) Luttrell - Something right (Super Flu remix) 4) Aaran Hibell & Alex Wann - Set me free 5) DJ Leandro - Tribal Soul 6) Sultan + Shepard - All I know (Ashibah... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #654: 1) Deadmau5 & Kaskade - I remember (John Summit remix) 2) Jope - Serein 3) Pretty Pink - euphoria (Jan Blomqvist remix) 4) Oliver Koleydztki - Hypnotized 5) Volaris - Why do you love me [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 6) NUMJA & Soultrain - First feeling 7)... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #653: 1) Nora En Pure - Memories 2) Februm & Great Lion - Ocean 3) Marshall Jefferson - Move your body (Salome remix) 4) Korolova - Universe 5) Hot Since 82 - Alive [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 6) Incredia - After all this time 7) Deepest Mind -... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #652: 1) Nora En Pure - Memories 2) Paradoks & Elivia - Too Late 3) Steve Angelo - Tivoli (KREAM remix) 4) Toti Bond - Returnal Back [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 5) Underdave & Nyxma - Innocent 6) Underdave & Nyxma - Silent Ascension 7) Volaris - Revelation... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #651: 1) Diplo & HUGEL - Forever 2) Fahlberg - Stockholm revival 3) Kinky Sound - Pawni 4) Lutrell & Molly Moonwater - Something right (Superflu remix) 5) Monolink - Powerplay (Andhim remix) 6) Aaron Hibell & Alex Wann - Set me free [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 7)... Read more »

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Tracklist Episode #648: 1) Katoff- When it comes 2) O2 - Interface 3) Simon Sinfield - Carrera 4) Ziger - Force 5) Vaja - People are people (Alexander Turok mix) 6) 3 Momery - Lose my mind [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 7) Aldor - All over 8) COQUIET - Bioweapons... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #647: 1) SNBRN - Live like this forever 2) Estiva - Via infinita (Marsh remix) 3) Meduza - Sparks 4) Numja & Soul Train - First feeling 5) Amir Telem - rising up [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 6) Camelphat - Panic room 7) Lydmor - Someone I used... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #646: 1) Sandeep Pai - Mirros (Jerome-Isma-Ae remix) 2) Mike Ivey - Think about me 3) Chris Lake vs Michael Jackson - Word (DJ Leandro bootleg remix) 4) DJ Leandro - Desperate for love 5) Volaris - Aqua 6) Nora En Pure - Vigilant 7) Jack Willard -... Read more »

Tracklist Episode #645: 1) Salva Contando - The strong of my roots (Svenj remix) 2) Joe Dasilva & Nck Martira - Tech no fly 3) DJ Leandro - Insomnia 4) Stan Kolev & Matan Caspi - Pippero [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 5) F4T4L3RROR - Sence of self (Frankie Vertifo remix)... Read more »

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Tracklist Episode #644: 1) NUMJA & Soultrain - First feeling 2) Alexander Popov & WHITEOUT - Need to be loved 3) DJ Leandro - Insomnia [TRACK OF THE WEEK] 4) AOVA & Rama - 1974 Matias Delangaro remix) 5) Stefan Holleander - Shadows 6) Keltii - Eternity 7) DNCS -... Read more »

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