DJ
Electronic pioneers: How to sound like The Chemical Brothers
31 Dec 2022 · One of the most respected duos in electronic music, The Chemical Brothers brought their hard-hitting style to the masses. We find out how!
The OTO Bébé Chérie is an analogue mixer for electronic music
14 Dec 2022 · We check out the new OTO Bébé Chérie. A new mini-jack-based 6-input analogue mixer from the boutique French manufacturer, OTO Machines.
Brighton Bigbeat: How to sound like Fatboy Slim
10 Dec 2022 · Celebrated DJ, producer, and remix artist, Fatboy Slim created his own brand of acid-infused breakbeat dance music. Let's find out how!
Nordic electronic pioneers: How to sound like Röyksopp
19 Nov 2022 · For a small-town electronic duo, Röyksopp had a major impact on the global music scene. We look at the instruments that made up their sound.
KRK GoAux: A range of compact monitors for mobile music production.
26 Oct 2022 · We check out the range of KRK GoAux portable monitors. 2 new studio monitor models aimed at content creators, music producers, and DJs.
Beatport introduces Party Mode for Beatport DJ
13 Oct 2022 · Too many DJs? Join the party anywhere in the world with Party Mode for Beatport DJ! Up to 4 DJs can play to 100 fans in a single session.
Introducing Serato Stems, a ground-breaking new DJ performance tool
05 Oct 2022 · We take a look at Serato Stems, a new live stem separation feature that is currently available with Serato DJ Lite 3.0 and DJ Pro 3.0.
The Teenage Engineering MOAD: Swedish House Mafia’s custom live rig
23 Jun 2022 · We take a closer look at the Teenage Engineering MOAD, the mother of all decks. A custom spec live console built for Swedish House Mafia!
AIAIAI TMA-2 Studio Wireless +: Wireless with radio and Bluetooth
16 Dec 2021 · AIAIAI presents the TMA-2 Studio Wireless + headphones. They work over 2.4GHz, Bluetooth and cable, which is refreshing!
Pioneer DJ introduces the VM series active monitor speakers
30 Mar 2021 · Pioneer DJ has introduced the VM series active monitors. And they're not just for your home DJ setup: Pioneer DJ says that the VM-50, VM-70 and VM-80 are neutral enough for music production, as well.
Is Allen & Heath poised to buy Traktor from Native Instruments?
20 Aug 2020 · Is Allen&Heath about to buy Traktor from troubled Native Instruments? Why should famed audio brand A&H buy a DJ software brand? Global domination of the DJ market? We give you our thoughts...
MacOS ransomware EvilQuest found in pirated Ableton and Mixed In Key software
01 Jul 2020 · New ransomware that specifically targets Macs and musicians is going around. EvilQuest encrypts your files and forces you to pay ransom to regain access. Here's how to keep your system safe.
Sennheiser celebrates its 75th anniversary with special edition HD 25 headphones
29 May 2020 · The Sennheiser HD 25 headphones are true classics! For its 75th anniversary, Sennheiser throws in an extra set of bright yellow earpads with each set of HD 25s. Here's a great way to stand out!
Deal: Over 30% off the Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S3 DJ controller
27 May 2020 · Does your DJ rig need an update? The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S3 controller is currently on sale at over 30% off. Get the 4-channel controller and audio interface at a great price!
alter.audio Timetosser: the real-time sampler/slicer is about to hit Kickstarter
12 May 2020 · The alter.audio Timetosser is about to hit Kickstarter. The nifty real-time sampler/slicer for live performers and DJs has been in the works for a while – now it looks like it's about to be released!
Native Instruments pulls the plug on legacy products
10 Mar 2020 · If your older projects rely on Native Instruments products, it's time to prepare: NI has released a long list of discontinued legacy products that you won't be able to install anymore after May 31.
Skindred’s Mikey Demus launches pedal firm with a new distortion, Red Mist MKIV
30 Sep 2019 · Skindred's Mikey Demus launches Redbeard Effects and the Red Mist MKIV distortion pedal. But will it have enough to stand out in an already saturated pedal market?
Etsy buys Reverb for $275 million, CEO David Kalt to step down
23 Jul 2019 · Reverb, the online auction site for musicians set up by Chicago Music Exchange owner David Kalt., has been sold to Etsy for a reported $275 million. Kalt will step down as CEO, the site announced.
Will Audio for Mac become the new iTunes?
11 Jul 2019 · Wondering how to keep track of the audio files on your hard drive after the death of iTunes? Take a look at Audio for Mac, a new macOS app for organizing file-based music collections.
Spektro Audio ACDGEN is now available in a hardware edition
03 Mar 2019 · From software plug-in to hardware gear: Spektro Audio from Brazil has announced that its ACDGEN pattern generator plug-in for Ableton Live is now available as a stand-alone box.
Tracklib courts controversy with “Impeach The President” beat contest
28 Feb 2019 · Tracklib has invited rapper/producer Drumma Boy to judge a beat contest titled “Impeach The President”, one of the most sampled tracks of all time originally penned by The Honey Drippers.
NAMM 2018 Rolling Report: All stories on one page!
11 Jan 2018 · NAMM 2018 is nearing fast, and the first announcements and rumours are starting to seep through. We'll be covering all the latest developments as they happen - watch this space.