vestax spin dj controller 1 Vestax Spin DJ Controller

Vestax, an industry leader in professional DJ equipment, and algoriddim, a leader in next-generation music software for the Mac, today announce the release of Spin, a brand new all-in-one bundle of digital DJ hardware and algoriddim’s djay 3 software. The Spin DJ controller was jointly developed for optimal integration with the award-winning djay software, and delivers Mac users of all levels the experience of mixing, scratching and playing their music like a turntable DJ. djay 3 seamlessly integrates with the user’s iTunes library and transforms the Mac into a complete DJ setup, while Vestax’s hardware replicates the control and physical sensation of mixing and scratching on actual records.

The bundling of Vestax’s DJ MIDI controller and algoriddim’s djay 3 provides a powerful solution for all DJs, from beginner to pro. The Spin DJ controller mimics the classic setup of two turntables and a mixer, and easily connects to any Mac via USB. The user can then control djay 3 using two high resolution touch-sensitive jog wheels for scratching and remixing like on an analog turntable. Using the crossfader and controls for speed, looping, cue points, effects, and EQ, the user can smoothly fade from one song to another and apply professional-grade effects. The Spin controller also includes a built-in audio interface with a microphone input and two stereo outputs for headphones and master.

“Introducing DJing and reaching out to a new generation – the elder to the younger, the never before to the professional and experienced – has been one of our goals since the beginning of the DJ Midi controller movement,” said Charles Akira Ono, Vice President of the Vestax Corporation. “With our know-how and team of engineers dedicated in pro audio, quality and design, we’ve partnered up with software company algoriddim to bring you the perfect mix. Call it the best mash-up for bringing in the New Year, as we assure you will experience DJing at a new level of fun.”

“The Spin controller is a simple, yet powerful solution for all DJs, whether they’re just beginning to experiment with their music or they’ve been mixing for years,” said Karim Morsy, CEO of algoriddim. “We designed djay 3 to bridge the gap between everyday music enthusiasts and professional DJs, so we are thrilled to be able to offer our customers a hardware component that brings them that much closer to the real thing and beyond. It has been a real pleasure to closely work with Vestax on delivering Mac users everything they need to turn their Mac into a full-blown DJ system.

Spin is now available exclusively in Apple Stores within the USA and Canada. Get it here

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This iPhone DJ Mixer probably won’t be getting you a guest spot in the Miami club scene. It’s not even likely to get you many chicks. In fact, watching you “spin” tracks on this tiny piece of DJing inadequacy will probably have much the opposite effect on women. However, you’ve got to admit that a device that lets you combine tracks from your iPod, iPhone, MP3 player or combination thereof is a pretty cool little guilty pleasure. Replace two records with two digital music players and take advantage of spin option, 2 effects programs with reverb, flange and filter and cross-fade slider. Use an audio out connect to a speaker system and microphone input to flaunt your MC skills. The Mixer also charges your devices, so even if your spinning falls short, you haven’t completely wasted your time. Retail price is $120. [via Slippery Brick] ]]> http://whysohypebeast.com/2009/08/07/iphone-dj-mixer-spins-tracks-from-your-ipod-and-iphone/feed/ 0 http://whysohypebeast.com/2009/08/06/qwstion-dj-pack/ http://whysohypebeast.com/2009/08/06/qwstion-dj-pack/#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2009 01:08:33 +0000 Black Plague http://whysohypebeast.com/?p=2198 This solution-based bag is custom-made for DJs, complete with allowances for technical music equipment carrying with ease. The main space of the bag can hold 50 vinyl records, and it also has a 160-CD wallet and a detachable headphone bag. Developed as a collaboration with Drumpoet Records, it’s a serious tool for the DJ (or [...]]]>

This solution-based bag is custom-made for DJs, complete with allowances for technical music equipment carrying with ease. The main space of the bag can hold 50 vinyl records, and it also has a 160-CD wallet and a detachable headphone bag. Developed as a collaboration with Drumpoet Records, it’s a serious tool for the DJ (or aspiring DJ) in cotton canvas.  Of course, you need not be a master of the ones and twos to get use out of this thing.  Your laptop, camera, kindle and more will all fit just fine in here. [via the awesomer]

On the road, DJs shouldn’t be bothered to tote their computer and mixing gear in separate bags, nor should they be throwing their equipment into some ill-fitting duffel. Mono rolls everything into one with the 365 DJ Pack, designed for soundmakers who are always bouncing between gigs, often by plane. Inside, a divider separates computer from mixer, and there are side pockets for all your wires and adapters. Military-grade construction protects gear from the elements, and a solid rubber sole at the bottom is made of the same material used in Navy rafts. And with a stealthy design, no one will ever know there’s a DJ in their midst. The 365 DJ Pack is selling for a reduced price of $190.

[via Mono]