Hercules DJ Control AIR Digital DJ Controller [ December 2011 ]

Hercules DJ Control AIR Digital DJ Controller [ December 2011 ]

2-deck DJ controller
2 jog wheels with pressure detection
Velocity sensitive pads
Air control: 1 contactless control

Pressure-detecting jog wheels
Scratch by pressing on the jog wheels, as naturally as with a vinyl record
Jog wheels also control pitch bend and browsing within tracks

8 pads with velocity detection
The pads control the sampler, loops and effects
The inner backlight shows the pads’ activation
Pads can be set as binary On/Off controls, or gradual controls

Air control: a contactless sensor lets you control the mix from above, without even touching the device
DJ Control Air converts the distance to your hand into a MIDI command
No need to touch the controller: one command of the mix without any physical contact
Compatible with all light conditions

Built-in audio outputs for mixing and previewing tracks
1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo mini-jack output for the mix
1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo jack output for previewing track

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Air control

Why is the controller called DJ Control Air?

Air stands for Adjustment by InfraRed: it is a contactless control.
The DJ places his or her hand flat over the infrared beam.
The controller calculates the distance between the sensor and the hand, and converts it into a gradual MIDI command.
This MIDI command modulates a setting in the DJ software.

Does Air control require specific light conditions?

No, Air control functions under any light conditions.
The infrared light beam projected towards the hand is invisible.
The sensor captures the infrared reflection on the hand, and uses the reflection to calculate the hand’s distance.
The reflection is the same in both daylight and low light conditions, allowing Air control to be used during the day, at night or in places with weak lighting.
Air control functions with all flesh tones. The only incompatibility is the use of black gloves (as the infrared sensor would not be able to detect the reflection).

8 pads

2 sets of 4 pads control loops, sampler and effects commands.
The DJ taps on the pads with his or her fingertips to send commands such as looping, sampler or effects.
The pads light up when touched.
In addition to a binary On/Off command, each pad can transfer velocity information to modulate the command.
For example: in sampler mode, the velocity can control the volume of a sample’s playback. The playback volume depends on how soft or how hard the DJ taps on the pad.

Pressure-detecting jog wheels

The jog wheels detect the pressure from the user’s hand.
With scratch mode enabled, the jog wheels scratch when the hand’s weight is detected, and stop scratching when the hand’s weight is no longer detected. This allows the DJ to:

stop playback by pressing on the jog wheel.
restart playback by lifting up his or her hand.
scratch by turning the jog wheel while pressing down, and stop scratching by lifting up his or her hand.
bend the pitch (if playback is on) / browse within tracks (if playback is off) by turning the jog wheels using their outer ring, to avoid applying downward pressure.
With scratch mode disabled, the jog wheels bend the pitch or browse within tracks when the jog wheels are turned, regardless of the pressure applied.

Built-in audio

1/8" (3.5 mm) stereo output for the mix
1/4" (6.35 mm) stereo output for headphone previewing

DJUCEDTM DJ software

Intuitive, powerful software
Mix 2 audio tracks on the fly
Save your mix as an audio file

Mechanical specifications

Casing: 13.78 x 8.66 x 1.18 "
35 x 22 x 3 cm
Jog wheels: 3.94 " / 10 cm diameter
Weight: 3.1 lbs / 1.4 kg
USB cable: Attached

BOX CONTENTS

Hercules DJ Control Air
Installation CD-ROM (PC/Mac) with PC/Mac DJ software
Printed installation guide + online manual

MINIMUM CONFIGURATION

Computer with 1.5 GHz CPU or faster
1 GB RAM or more
Powered USB port
100 MB available hard disk space
CD/DVD-ROM drive
Internet access
Amplified stereo speakers and headphones
Operating System (32-bit / 64-bit)
Microsoft Windows® XP, Vista or 7
or Mac OS 10.5, 10.6 or 10.7 on Core Duo Mac

DMC / Technics Championship DVD - UK Finals 2011

DMC / Technics Championship DVD - UK Finals 2011

From the five regional heats around the country the DJ elite battle for the coveted UK title and that all important place to represent the UK in the world final.

The eight qualifiers take on defending champion 'Jeppa', in this exciting UK final!

Featuring 6 Minute Sets From:

Jeppa
Downlow
Rasp
Envious Mind
Furious P
Koncept
Jon 1st
Ritchie Ruftone
JFB

BATTLE FOR UK SUPREMACY

For the head to head 90 second competition UK Battle for Supremacy title

Featuring The Following Battlers:

Deceptakut
DJ Disect
DJ Myme
Dr. Weevil
Endo
Ironfingaz
Mr. Eclipse
TGK

Extras:

'Rewd Adams and the Last Skeptik plus ending the night's event the brilliant X-Ecutioners (Rob Swift, Total Eclipse, Precision) showcasing and performing a special 'Roc Raida Tribute Show'.

American Audio VMS2 Digital DJ Controller 2 Channels W/Virtual DJ Software

American Audio VMS2 Digital DJ Controller 2 Channels W/Virtual DJ Software

Product Description:

The American Audio VMS2 Table Top DJ USB Software Controller is a versatile value, delivering everything necessary for the professional and aspiring digital DJ. Plug the VMS2 into a laptop and establish 2-channel control over the included VDJ LE software, or any other MIDI software (must support MIDI learn).

The VMS2 USB controller is also a flexible audio interface (sound card) eliminating the need for an external audio interface. The unit features inputs for analog turntables and digital decks, as well as a headphone output, and microphone input. Some of the features unique to the VMS2 include a built-in mouse pad, MIDI assignable touch-strip controllers, 62 assignable buttons, switches and more.

Main Features:

• 2-Channel MIDI Controller
• Bundled with Virtual DJ LE software
• 2x MIDILOG™ Channels (compatible with any “MIDI Software”* or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.)
• DSP D-Core Inside: Studio Quality Audio Engine + Pro Stage Microphone Circuitry
• Crossfader Curve Adjustment (adjustable)
• Balanced XLR Outputs
• Sound Card: 4 In/4 Out Audio Interface
• 3-band EQ with rotary kills
• Booth & Master RCA Outputs
• Replaceable VCA cross fader (Innofader compatible)
• 39 MIDI buttons have LED illuminations, including 16 with dual blue/red LEDs
• 34 assignable rotary controllers
• 10 assignable linear fader controllers
• Dual layer MIDI controls on all buttons and switches
• Dual 2048 point resolution touch sensitive turntable scratch controllers
• Includes rack rails to mount to a 19-inch rack mount case
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 15.75”x12”x2.5” / 400x300x65mm
• Weight: 9 lbs. / 5 kg.

* Mapping or Learn feature required in software

Vestax VCI-400 Digital DJ Controller 4 Channels [ December 2011 ]

Vestax VCI-400 Digital DJ Controller 4 Channels [ December 2011 ]

IT'S YOUR CHOICE
Serato? check. Virtual DJ? check. Traktor Pro? check.
Torq, Mixvibes,Mixx, Deckadance, djDecks? check!
The Vestax VCI-400 works with any DJ software that has a MIDI learn function. Having more than 200 assignable parameters (knobs, faders and buttons), you will have plenty of room to fit in all necessary controls of the software you use. Although, we understand creating a MIDI map from scratch can be time consuming. Thata's why Vestax will have basic MIDI maps for a variety of DJ software available on www.vestax.com If it's the first time for you to buy a DJ controller or if you're seeking for other DJ software, the VCI-400 comes with bundles of Serato DJ Intro and Virtual DJ LE 4 Decks, both designed for immediate plug&play DJ experience.

THINK OUT OF THE BOX
The biggest advantage of using a controller to DJ is regardless its compact size, having all necessary controls in one unitand being able to transport/ play all your songs from a laptop. But VCI-400 brings you another advantage that is often overlooked: the great ability to customize how the controller works with software. The customize capability of the VCI-400 is nothing like any other and provides options that will spark your imagination. The wide and highly versatile control surfaces will map just to your style, and the multi-mode transport button allows great finger drum skills. Whatever your style is, whatever control function it is that you want to assign, the VCI-400 will have the best options for you.

IT SIMPLY SOUNDS AWESOME
The sound quality of a DJ controller is determined by its D/A conversion capability. There were no compromises when Vestax designed the new audio system built-in to the VCI-400, which uses a studio-grade asynchronous USB streaming system and provides a low-latency, bit-perfect audio at
24-bit / 48 kHz resolution, with high level output. On the road or in the studio, the VCI-400 simply sounds awesome.

OPTIONAL QUALITY OVERLAY
Optional quality overlays are available for intuitive control! Overlays for Traktor Pro 2, VirtualDJ and Serato will be available.

MATCH TO ANY SOFTWARE
Vestax was inspired by the kings of synthesizers. The VCI-400 comes with a blank overlay for custom mappings. Stick the overlay to the face panel of the VCI-400 and write down the function names of your unique mapping.

Dimensions / Weight
457(W) x 313(D) x 31(H) mm＜not include knob＞
457(W) x 328(D) x 61(H) mm＜include knob＞
4.5kg

Odyssey LSTANDS Folding Stand with Clamps,hold Laptop / CD Payer / Mixer / Keyboard

Odyssey LSTANDS Folding Stand with Clamps,hold Laptop / CD Payer / Mixer / Keyboard

multi colour available

Odyssey introduces the all new LSTAND Mobile Designer DJ Series.

Make a statement that screams louder than COOL with the NEW LSTAND Mobile Designer DJ Series. They added a sharp twist to our top selling folding DJ laptop stand design. Now you can choose from a wide spectrum of colors to fit your personality, your image, and your style.

The Odyssey LSTAND MOBILE is a light and portable stand to place your laptop, CD/Digital MediavPlayer/Controller , EFX/Drum machines or lighting controller. Odyssey's LSTAND MOBILE comes complete with stand alone legs for a table top configuration and clamps so it can be attached to the edge of a table or the wall of your case just the way you like.

Features & Specs:

• Color Display Box
• Storing Pouch
• Unique Table/Case clamp attachments included for standard or corner setup configurations
• Folded Dims: 11"W x 3"H x 11.75"D
• Expanded Dims: 11"W x 12"-14.5"H x 11.75
• Max Height: 14.5"
• Min Height: 12"
• Actual Stand Weighs Only 4 lbs
• Compatible with the LSTANDTRAY

Specs:

Approximate Weight:
4 lbs

Approximate Shipping dimensions (exterior):
16"W x 14"H x 3.5"D

Approximate Shipping weight:
7 lbs

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 [ Exclusive First Look ] October/November 2011

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 [ Exclusive First Look ] October/November 2011

Native Instruments today announced TRAKTOR KONTROL S2, a versatile integrated DJ performance system that was designed to set a new professional standard in the two-deck category. Based on a compact version of the market-leading KONTROL S4 hardware, the KONTROL S2 provides a "2+1" setup with sample decks as well as comprehensive mixing and effect features, all based on the included full-featured TRAKTOR PRO 2 software.

To offer DJs a more portable alternative to the professional 4-deck TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 system, the KONTROL S2 is centered around a new compact controller hardware. It provides the same patent-pending high-resolution jog wheels, combined with ergonomic controls for cueing, looping and effects. The integrated 24bit/96 kHz sound card with its dual stereo outputs is based on the award-winning technology of the TRAKTOR audio interface range, and provides the same acclaimed sound quality with its supreme clarity and especially high output volume.

The two full-featured playback decks of the TRAKTOR KONTROL S2 are complemented by the versatile Sample Decks of the latest TRAKTOR PRO 2 software, which can add up to eight simultaneous one-shot samples or beat-synced loops to the mix. This effectively equips the KONTROL S2 system with a third channel that opens up a wide range of additional creative performance techniques beyond the typical two-deck paradigm in its product category.

TRAKTOR KONTROL 2 benefits from the same seamless bi-directional software-hardware integration as the KONTROL S4, featuring convenient plug&play configuration, dynamically backlit control elements and the high-resolution NHL protocol, for maximum efficiency both during the setup and the actual DJ performance.

Good
Very simple loop workflow involves 4 decks without bloating controls
Maintains the same professional mixer spacing of the S4 while trimming size
Can run without a power supply (USB powered)
Separate loop/sample volume knob provides dedicated volume for decks C/D

Bad
The filter knobs are gone
Missing DVS/Audio inputs
Lacks control over effects units 3 and 4

RELEASE INFORMATION
The data we have is that the controllers should be shipping in October. To help out our readers get them first, we have secured a very large batch of S2s that will be shipping promptly upon release.

AIAIAI TMA-1 limited Fool's Gold edition Professional DJ Headphones

AIAIAI TMA-1 limited Fool's Gold edition Professional DJ Headphones

The limited Fool's Gold edition of the AIAIAI TMA-1. 2000 units worldwide and only 5 units in Malaysia.

Item DescriptionAIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones have been design to take into account the different situation in which you might use your headphones: from the noisy, hectic club scene, to long studio sessions, through to being on the road.

With this in mind AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones come with a selection of different, easily changeable ear cushions; from foam to full leather.

Each ear cushion is connected to a specially designed cushion plate, which protects the electronics.

The cushion plates come with a dust proof mesh to protect the TMA-1 DJ headphones' more vital and sensitive speaker parts from dust and small objects.

The TMA-1 DJ headphones' speaker housing cover front is made from a light and shape resistant ABS material with imbedded silicone rings that clamp onto the TMA-1 DJ headphones' cushion plate pins for a secure fit.

AIAIAI has used advanced driver materials in the TMA-1 DJ headphones' speakers: in everything from the voice coil, to the yoke, to the magnet and the speaker diaphragm.

These thoroughly tested materials ensure that AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones deliver the richest sound available today, based on the most durable driver technology.

For isolation AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones are lined with 3mm of cotton fibre filter.

The main function of this cotton fibre filter is to absorb the reflection of the internal sound waves in the speaker housing and transfer only the intended sound waves to the listener.

The filter is also design to eliminate external noise, meaning that you will hear your music crisply and clearly, even at lower volumes.

The back of the TMA-1 DJ headphones speaker housing is made of a light and sharp resistant ABS material with a jet black rubber coating, designed to protect the headphones more fragile parts.

The speaker housing design reproduces the best possible conditions for the speaker, while implementing the functionality of fitting AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones with simplest click release function.

AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones have a one piece headband that is designed to provide the functionality of a DJ-headphone headband, but striped down to the bare essentials.

This ensures that AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones are a stronger and more durable product.

By combining this headband design with a strong, durable and flexible nylon material AIAIAI TMA-1 DJ headphones ensure that you get full flexibility when wearing and positioning these headphones during DJ-ing.

The flexibility of the nylon material means that the headband will always return to its original shape.

AIAIAI TMA-1 Professional DJ Headphones Features & Specification:

Traducer principle: dynamic, closed
Driver unit size: 40mm
Impedance: 32+/-15% ohms
Load range: 0.1W
Frequency response: 20 - 20.000Hz
Total harmonic distortion: <0.3%
Sensitivity: 110+/-3dB
Weight W/O cable: 190g
Detachable coiled cable: 1.5m
Include carry pouch, 3.5mm plug to 6.3mm plug converter and interchangeable foam and leather ear cushion