After previously reviewing the Allen & Heath Xone:DB2, I wondered how much different its more robust cousin, the Xone:DB4, might be. The two look similar, and the DB2 was already one of the more thrilling units I’ve encountered in a while, so I wondered just how much better the DB4 [...]
It’s an instrument. It’s a DAW control surface. It’s a DJ controller. On certain days, maybe it’s also a gaming pad. The new OhmRGB by Livid Instruments is anything you want it to be, because it’s extremely open-ended; at the end of the day, it’s nothing but a bunch of [...]
When it comes to a DJ’s setup, the equipment for making and creating the sounds – be it a turntable, CDJ, or laptop with a controller – is the most essential component. Nevertheless, what separates a great DJ from merely a good one is his or her attention to details. [...]
The DJ Marketing Bible is an ebook put out by DJ-Lounge, an innovative online taste-making community for DJs, based in the Netherlands. The book is free to download and is filled with helpful tips and insights about treating DJing as a career rather than as a hobby. While much of [...]
DJ Tech advertises its SL series as one of the most popular models of turntables. And, the SL 1300 MK6’s features are a perfect indication of why this series is one of the most popular in this regards. Compared to others, the SL 1300 MK6 is all-around high-quality, durable, and [...]
When you have a classic piece of equipment, where do you go with improvements? Do you stay the same, and trust that users respect and default to its reliability, time and time again, or are minor improvements made to keep pace with technology and users’ requests? Essentially, the Pioneer DJM-850 [...]
The ability to mix a track and transition into another is no longer a baseline skill for a DJ. Because of the mainstream popularity gains of some producers, such as Tiesto, having a visual show is necessary for keeping the audience or clubgoers interested. Nevertheless, if you’re producing your own [...]
Sure you know how to use a mixer, match beats, and program a seamless, bumping DJ set that’s guaranteed to rock the house. But have you ever considered how the 17th century circle of fifths relates to throwing down on the decks? Well two people who have are Yakov Vorobyev and [...]
The Pioneer S-DJ05 DJ Active Reference Speakers has probably ended our search for the perfect pair of monitors for the Crossfadr Lab. Pioneer calls them “Reference Speakers” but we think these babies blow most 5” monitors presently on the market away. Let’s take a closer look at the Pioneer S-DJ05 [...]
Any DJ knows the importance of having the right cartridge and stylus for their style. The wrong cartridge can leave your sound wimpy and lacking, while the wrong stylus can have a serious impact on your performance – the wrong stylus might scratch your record badly (if you’re scratching with [...]