DJ Haus with Traktor Sample Deck Overlay
http://youtu.be/_5ijI4zxQMQ
DJ Haus (one half of the Hot City outfit) drops a live “Unknown To The Unknown” label mix using the latest generation TRAKTOR DJ software with two TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 controllers and the new Sample Deck mapping and designated physical overlay. The overlay can be applied on top of the controller to re-label buttons and knobs to match the functionality of the Sample Deck mapping.
In this video, DJ Haus juggles eight Sample Deck slots of loops and clips, mixing and remixing tracks on the fly using the comprehensive control of the new mapping. The tailor-made visuals represent the individual sounds of the different loops loaded into the Sample Decks.
For more information and offers:
All new purchases of the X1 controller in August and September 2011 worldwide will qualify for the full TRAKTOR PRO 2 software for free, giving you a full TRAKTOR DJ setup for half the price.
More info about the offer: http://www.native-instruments.com/doubledeal
More info about the overlay: http://www.native-instruments.com/sampledeckmapping
You can find the track “Assassin”, re-created live in this video, and more releases from Unknown to the Unknown on Beatport: http://www.beatport.com/release/assassin/402961
SNAMM: New DJ Controller from Numark
Numark has introduced the NDX900 DJ controller and MP3/CD/USB player at the 2011 Summer Namm Show in Nashville
Here’s what they have to say about it:
The NDX900 DJ controller is capable of mixing music from virtually any digital source including a computer, audio CDs, MP3 CDs and even USB flash drives. NDX900 has a layout that is recognizable to DJs everywhere with a large, seven-inch touch-sensitive illuminated platter, smooth, frontloading CD drive, top-facing USB DJ controller port, powerful remixing, effects control, scratching, looping, and sampling capabilities, all in a chassis that has a solid feel and professional look. NDX900’s Beat-synced DSP effects include chop, echo, filter, flanger, pan, and phaser with full control of the effects blend.
NDX900′s built-in audio interface works plug-and-play, allowing DJs to seamlessly integrate NDX900 with practically any computer and control virtually any DJ software. No drivers or external sound cards are required. With two NDX900s and a mixer of choice, DJs have a powerful and versatile digital DJ rig.
NDX900 includes Traktor LE 2 DJ Software and comes premapped for use with a variety of DJ software including Virtual DJ and Traktor 2 Pro, and is compatible with almost any MIDI compatible DJ software.
Details at the Numark site.
- USB-MIDI DJ Controller with CD/MP3/USB player
- Control software and play from CDs, MP3 CDs, or USB flash drives
- Built-in USB computer audio interface
- Includes Traktor 2 LE DJ Software
- Premapped for use with Virtual DJ, Traktor, and compatible with virtually all MIDI compatible DJ software.
- Beat-synced DSP effects with wet-dry fader: chop, echo, filter, flanger, pan, phaser
- Smooth, fast, reliable, slot-loading drive
- Large, seven-inch, touch-sensitive illuminated platter with auto-calibration
- Control MIDI software with no timecode needed via USB
- Automatic BPM analyzer and Tap tempo for manual BPM entry
- Adjust pitch ±6, 12, 25, and 100%, or bend with pitch buttons
- Key Lock holds pitch while you independently manipulate BPM
- Seamless looping, sampling, and easily accessible hot cues
- Large, backlit display for BPM, CD/MP3 text tags, and folder navigation
Check out the free Touch DJ Evolution app for iPhone & iPad
“Free download: http://bit.ly/p7mEzy Promo site: http://amidio.com/dj The new Touch DJ Evolution is the most innovative DJ app for the iPhone and iPad, simply the ultimate mobile DJ experience. It offers a unique, fresh and modern approach to DJing, based on the award-winning “Visual Mixing” concept of original Amidio Touch DJ.
The track waveforms are now displayed along with their beatmaps, and can be synchronized automatically with a single tap. Flawless mixing without headphones has never been so easy!
Touch DJ Evolution employs impressive one-screen interface and is packed with the most advanced technologies and features. Among them: master tempo, precise BPM detection, unlimited cue points with 1-tap navigation system, quantized loops, mix recording, 7 effects, auto equalizer, iTunes library import, automatic crossfader, 6-slot sampler, and ultimately Party Mode which is essentially an Auto-DJ in your pocket.
Touch DJ Evolution is free to try. Download it now from the AppStore, and become the master of your favorite beats!”
Features:
- 1-tap auto-sync
- Beatmaps
- Master tempo
- Record mix
- Unlimited cue points
- Quantized loops
- 7 fx
- iPod import
- On-the-fly peak building and bpm detection
- Auto eq
- Auto crossfader
- 5 crates
- 6-slot sampler
- Party mode (auto dj)
It’s available now in the App Store for free. Premium mode and features available as in-app purchases.
Numark iDJ Live – Quick look
This is a short video showing the Numark iDJ Live control surface for use with iDevice apps such as DJAY for iPad by Algoriddm.
iDJ Live is the easiest way to become a DJ with your iPod touch, iPhone or iPad. This iOS-DJ controller is perfect for anyone from Pro DJs to music lovers who have never tried DJing before. The iDJ Live system harnesses the processing power of your iPad, iPod or iPhone and enables you to DJ parties, events and even clubs using the music that is already on your iPod via Algoriddim’s djay or other Core MIDI-enabled apps.
Numark has worked with Algoriddim the makers of the highly popular Djay software to bring support for iDJ Live to Djay for iPad. Mix your iPod music library on a hyper-realistic turntable interface. Perform live, record mixes on-the-go, or enable Automix mode and let djay mix your favorite playlist automatically. With unprecedented ease-of-use and innovative multi-touch mixing features, djay for iPad takes DJing to the next level and offers a unique experience for beginners and professionals alike. Djay is available for purchase from the App store. For more information please click here
You can mix and scratch your music, including your iTunes Music Libraries using two large performance platters and a central mixer section with a crossfader, buttons and knobs. iDJ Live is laid out in to carefully recreate the two-decks-and-a-mixer setup that professional DJs prefer. Just load your tracks to either Deck A or Deck B, and then control it, cueing up the start point, performing advanced transitions and even scratching.
Kittens on DJ Decks
“Some very talented kittens on turntable decks sounding much better that I would”
Girls Gone Vinyl: The Untold Story of Female DJs
The kickstarter.com trailer for the documentary movie “Girls Gone Vinyl: The Untold Story of Female DJs” (girlsgonevinyl.com).
Do you want to be a true Wireless DJ ?
The check this iPad app out!
iPad touch controller for DJs, works wirelessly with Traktor Pro or anything else, easy to set up
Multi-touch mixer and decks
Faders, EQ, headphone and playback controls, needle search and pitch bend — it’s all there.
Magic Stripes for pitch bending and direct manipulation
We have a better idea than simulating a jog dial: Magic Stripes. One finger for pitch bending, two for ultra-precise tempo adjustment.
V-DJM 2Ch – Virtual Dj Mixer (VST/PC)
V-DJM 2ch is a virtual 2ch mixer with dj functions. It reproduces the best features of the professional dj mixers in any audio host applications (it was designed to be use specifically for Ableton Live) that support VST technology.
V-DJM reproduces the “touch” of real mixers with its realistic design that gives you the sensation to mix your audio track on a real dj mixer. It can be used as an internal mixer in your host audio applications with the sound and the feeling of a dj consolle.
Sliders and knobs reproduce the typical dj mixers eq bend and volumes and this make your mixes sound more natural and warm.
All controls of V-DJM can be midi-mapped and automated (Yes, just map controls and you can use your favourite midi controller!)
MAFFIALIFE V-DJM 2Ch is free for not commercial use
Features:
2 Ch-Line mixer with slider and eq
2 Ch-Mic mixer with eq
4 Great Dj Effects for Line channels
– Reverb
– Sweep
– Delay with feedback knob and bpm-sync selector
– Filter with Cutoff and Reso Knobs
– LCD display with host bpm
Cue function for pre-listening
Cue Level Knob and Cue Mixing knob (Cue/Master)
MIC-Line and MASTER Led-meters
2 Ch-line Bypass switches
2 Ch-line Equalization Bypass switches
Input/Output
2 virtual Line Stereo Inputs
2 virtual Mic Stereo Inputs
1 Stereo Master Output
1 Stereo Cue Output
for info / free download
http://blog.maffialife.com
Dub FX gets creative with Traktor Kontrol S4
Dub FX has this new tutorial out featuring the Traktor Kontrol S4, described by Native as: TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 was designed from its conception as a fully integrated system where software and hardware are fused in perfect harmony. Once you experience it, you’ll immediately feel how simple, yet powerful and fluid a professional DJ system can be. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 is the culmination of a 10-year vision and experience only Native Instruments can provide. So whether you’re a seasoned TRAKTOR user looking for the ultimate controller, or just entering the world of digital DJing, the S4 delivers like no other can.
Custom-tailored for TRAKTOR, the S4 fuses a premium-quality 4 channel DJ mixer, a built-in 24 bit/96 kHz soundcard, an intuitive controller, and the flagship TRAKTOR PRO 2* software into one fully professional solution – the ideal one-stop package for DJs who want pro features, instant usability and go-anywhere portability.
In this video:
Watch how renowned live performer Dub FX created his unique performance with the Traktor Kontrol S4 all-in-one DJ performance system using TRAKTOR 2 Technology Inside.
He records his voice using a microphone as the live input source in Traktor’s Loop Recorder, overdubbing layer after layer to create an intricate vocal arrangement.
Using the filter knob on the S4, he brings in a drum loop on a Sample Deck and adds more layers to the performance. Note how he moves recorded material from the Loop Recorder to empty Sample Deck slots to free the Loop Recorder for further use.
For more info on Traktor Kontrol S4, visit http://www.native-instruments.com/s4
Also, for more detailed product information on the next generation of Traktor, please see: http://www.native-instruments.com/traktor
Ready to take your DJ performance to the next level?
djay for iPad, the premier DJ app, is now optimized for iPad 2! Taking full advantage of the iPad 2’s high-performance dual-core processor, djay now features Key Lock (time-stretching) and high-precision beat-grid analysis.
djay transforms your iPad into a full-fledged DJ system,
allowing you to mix your iPod music library on a hyper-realistic turntable interface. Perform live, record mixes on-the-go, or enable Automix mode and let djay mix your favorite playlist automatically. With unprecedented ease-of-use and innovative multi-touch mixing features, djay for iPad takes DJing to the next level and offers a unique experience for beginners and professionals alike.
To learn more visit http://www.algoriddim.com/djay-ipad
or simply search for “djay” on the App Store.
Track: Johnson & Haske vs. Jerome Isma-Ae — Telling the Story feat. Mo Morsy (Jee Productions)
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