Projection Mapping Onto Turntables

Kinda gimmicky, yet dope at the same time.

If they get the waveforms running on point and smoothly, it could make things pretty interesting (and easier) for complex beat juggle patterns!

Rane Sixty-One & Sixty-Two Mixers

I may have to part exchange my TTM-57 for one of these....That Z-Trip signature model looks too dope!

Oh, and here's a video of 2011 DMC Champion DJ Vajra showcasing with the Sixty-One mixer.

DJ Cable Vs. Denon MC3000 (Video)

...so the guys over at Denon Europe asked me to test out their new 2 channel MIDI controller, the MC3000, and put together a routine for their new promo video....

It's very much a live club set, which incorporates a bit of live remixing on the spot.

The routine starts with a mixtape-style intro over the (now-classic) Grime instrumental "Wooo Riddim".

I then build up a composition using a series of custom loops and one shots (some of which I've made myself), alongside a refix I've made of Roska's "Jackpot", and then mess about with the effects. After that, I then mix in the intro to Redlight's "Stupid", and trigger a bass sample (from that tune), manipulating it using the Filter LFO effect.

Main features covered include:

multi deck mixing
cue point juggling
group effects (assigning more than one deck to an effects group)
making use of the volume faders for all 4 decks

I hope you enjoy the video!

JFB Vs. Switch - Fatboy Slim Dubstep Routine

Check out this sick routine from DMC Champions JFB and Switch, who utilise Denon's DN-HC1000S MIDI controller and the effects on the DN-X600 mixer to create a dope live remix of Fatboy Slim's "Right Here, Right Now".

Also, congrats to JFB, who was recently crowned 2011 DMC UK Champion back in July. He'll be representing the UK at the World Finals on October 7th at the IndigO2 (O2 Arena, London).

DJ Ligone - Serato Scratch Live Demo (Video)

I need to find the time to practise more...

DJ Blu using "The Bridge" (Video)

2010 Japanese DMC Champ DJ Blu utilizes Scratch Live and Ableton's recent creation, throwing down a live remix of Travis Barker's "Can A Drummer Get Some".

Awesome use of scratch drumming, live recording and layering, and some mad stuff involving slowing the turntable down, matching the project tempo to it, and then throwing a beat juggle over the top.

Rafik x Native Instruments Maschine (Video)

Rafik murks Native Instruments' Maschine in this routine for Turntable Lab radio... Damn!

Araab Muzik has got competition...

Pioneer DJM-T1 Mixer (Video)

I'm still using both Scratch Live and Traktor in my DJ sets, but if I was to get this/get given this (one can wish!), then I'll be making the switch over. This looks sick!

More info can be found here

BONUS! Shiftee breaks down the Breakfast of Champions video:

Q-Bert's Breakfast of Champions (Video)

Q-Bert, Shiftee & Rafik test out the latest offerings from Native Instruments.

Traktor Scratch Pro 2 looks dope!

DJ Sub Zero x Apple iPad (Video)

DJs are already using their iPhones as MIDI controllers to launch samples, loops and cue points...Here's a video of Miami's DJ Sub Zero using the Tonetable app, which is available for both the iPhone and iPad.

It looks pretty neat, and for those certain clubs where only one turntable works, this would be very handy indeed; not all DJs like to use the "instant doubles" in Scratch Live. Will it kill the turntable though? I doubt it.

Thank You, Native Instruments!

Massive thanks to Native Instruments for the hook up. I'm looking forward to getting to grips with this over the weekend.

Expect a video sometime soon!

Serato Scratch Live 2.0 & "The Bridge" (Video)

This is very exciting. For me, I normally have to go back and forth between Scratch Live & Ableton when producing mixtapes, whichcan be a laborious task; but with "The Bridge" it looks like my prayers have been answered. I'm also looking forward to incorporating Ableton Live into my sets, and since I've now got to grips with Video SL, this can really open up some doors!

What's New in Serato Scratch Live 2:

• Control Ableton Live and make editable Mixtapes with "The Bridge".
• A choice of 2, 3 or 4 decks with supported Rane hardware.
• Built-in DJ FX with an assignable "Super Knob" for quick live tweaking.
• Brand new Display Modes with a range screen layouts to suit your style of performing.
• Enhanced Album Art browsing for quick identification of your music.
• Build "Smart Crates" easily using keywords from your music library.
• Export your track plays and share them online with "Serato Playlists"

However, Traktor Scratch have also been pushing the boundaries with their X1 controller; given some time they too could also come up with something very interesting...

SL 3 Interface for Serato Scratch Live

The latest product from the leaders of digital DJ-ing. An updated version of the original SL 1 interface, the SL 3 packs in a while load of new features, improving the sound quality, set-up time, and the overall performance...I'm pretty excited!

Features:

USB 2.0 high speed audio interface.
Improved dynamic range: 104 dB.
Maximum audio output: 3 Vrms (hotter output).
24-bit 44.1 or 48 kHz converters.
Aux Input for Live Mix Recording or LiveFeed.
Aux Output allows use of the Sample Player as a Virtual Deck.
Aux Output opens the door for future expansion and creative configurations.
High-grade phono preamps upgrade the performance of most mixers.
Software switchable Direct Thru connections: less cable required.
Independent Line / Phono-level selection for each input for greater flexibility.
Galvanic isolation prevents computer noise from interfering with audio path.
Soft carry case included.
Includes international power supply: best performance and easy transfer between DJs.

Gizmo from Skratchworx managed to corner Sam from Serato at the NAMM convention to give us a more detailed description.



The SL 3 is now available from all good retailers for the pricely sum of $699/€699/£749....Yeah, £749! I really need to befriend an American...

EDIT! It's available for the semi-pricely sum of £599. Maybe they'll give me discount for blogging about it, eh?

Touchscreen Turntables (Video)

Final Product // ATTIGO TT from Scott Hobbs on Vimeo.

Looks interesting. I can't really see it taking off immediately, but if one was to incorporate that idea with video, or incorporate MIDI (like the Jazz Mutant Lemur - though they both look pretty similar), it could open up some more doors with digital DJ-ing!

Peep the interview with Scott Hobbs, who made the thing here