Electronic Dance Music News, DJ Gear & Tech, South Africa
Pioneer DDJ-800 rekordbox DJ controller announced Introducing the new Pioneer DDJ-800, a more compact fully-functional two channel Rekordbox DJ controller than the predecessor, the Pioneer DDJ-1000. Following on from the Pioneer DDJ-1000, Pioneer have just announced their latest Rekordbox DJ controller, a fully-functional two channel controller with a central high-resolution display on each of the […]
All you need to know about MIDI, USB hosts and USB devices USB-MIDI and Traditional DIN MIDI function in similar ways, although there are some things that confuse a lot of people. Getting a hardware setup up and running can be particularly daunting for beginners, especially nowadays when we have such a variety of different […]
The Joué re-Connect is a USB to MIDI cable for standalone setups Joué re-Connect is a USB to MIDI system designed for connecting your USB-MIDI controller directly to a MIDI enabled synthesizer. Joué is known for their expressive modular MIDI controllers, with interchangeable play surfaces and various other nifty features. They’re designed to be incredibly […]
Native Instruments introduce their new Komplete Kontrol M32 The new Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol M32 compact MIDI controller fuses sleek and solid design with intuitive control. The Native Instruments Komplete Kontrol series is well-renowned for the intuitive control it offers the user, from direct preset browsing and advanced parameter control and feedback, the controllers offer […]
Gemini SDJ-4000 – budget-friendly all-in-one standalone DJ system It looks like everyone’s having a go at creating a standalone DJ system this year, enter the Gemini SDJ-4000. Gemini have always aimed for the value end of the market, offering a large amount of the same features you see on the higher-end gear, at a much […]
Denon DJ Prime 4 takes on Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX2 Denon DJ Prime 4 is the most advanced standalone DJ system ever, from the advanced mixer to array of inputs. The obvious comparison to this bad boy is the Pioneer XDJ-RX2 although PRIME 4 offers four channels and a whole host of advanced features. Look out […]
Five Numark DJ Controllers to fill your Christmas stockings Check out our list of Numark DJ Controllers – there’s something for everyone… Whether you are an up-and-coming or gigging DJ looking to spoil yourself this festive season, Numark has several options to pick from. If you’re looking for your first DJ controller to learn the […]
Novation Hacker’s Guide to getting more from your gear In the Novation Hacker’s Guide, they describe Hacking less as a malicious act, and more as the attitude of inspiration and discovery through DIY. Hacking is essentially changing the way things work to suit the way you work, whether it’s hardware or software. This mentality of […]
Five things we’ve learnt about the Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3 The new Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3 is the biggest update and redesign of the Kontrol S4 controller yet. Native Instruments have announced a variety of new features for their new Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3. What do all the new features mean and how will they […]
Three all-new Hercules DJ controllers aimed at the beginner DJs In the very early days of digital DJing, Hercules DJ controllers were some of the best options for beginner controllerists. In the near decade since I remember first seeing a digital DJ controller, a HUGE amount has changed – from the technology involved to the […]
