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Native Instruments Kontrol D2 review
Native Instruments' flagship DJ device, the Traktor Kontrol S8, really impressed us when we reviewed it at the end of last year. With its combination of flexible and intuitive features, broad connectivity and all-round versatility, it was certainly the most powerful and effective DJ controller we've had the opportunity to...
PIONEER DDJ-SX SERATO DJ CONTROLLER VIDEO REVIEW
The Pioneer DDJ-SX is the first DJ controller designed for Serato DJ, the new DJ software from, yup, Serato. (Update: Also take a look at the Pioneer DDJ-SZ). Both this controller and the software are launched today, and so the controller is plainly a big deal for both companies. The...
Review- PIONEER DDJ-SX SERATO DJ CONTROLLER
PIONEER DDJ-SX SERATO DJ CONTROLLER The Pioneer DDJ-SX is the first DJ controller designed for Serato DJ, the new DJ software from, yup, Serato. (Update: Also take a look at the Pioneer DDJ-SZ). Both this controller and the software are launched today, and so the controller is plainly a big...
Review- DB TECHNOLOGIES CROMO 8+ ACTIVE SPEAKER
DB TECHNOLOGIES CROMO 8+ ACTIVE SPEAKER The Cromo+ Series offers powered loudspeakers with modern digital technology for first time users, without having to miss out on professional features and outstanding audio performance. The Cromo+ Series features the ultra compact digipack digital power amplifiers, based on the successful digipro amp technology...
Review- KORG PA-50SD 61 KEY KEYBOARD
KORG PA-50SD 61 KEY KEYBOARD OVERVIEW Korg's popular PA50 professional arranger brought up to date with SD data card storage, For years, the Korg PA50 has been the most popular member of the Korg Pa family. Its amazing sound, ease of use, and affordable price point has proved a winning...
Review- Roland A-800 PRO 61-key MIDI Controller
Major MIDI Control! Way more than a keyboard! Roland's A-800 PRO is one serious MIDI controller. Beyond having 61 velocity-sensitive keys for playing virtual instruments, this beast boasts a total of 45 assignable controls — knobs, buttons, sliders, and more. You can assign out the controls however you want, so...
Review- ESP LTD EC-100QM ELECTRIC GUITAR
ESP LTD EC-100QM ELECTRIC GUITAR Features: The guitar was made in Indonesia in 2006. It has an agathis body with a beautiful quilted maple top. The neck is quite thick with 24 jumbo frets. The Tune-O-Matic with stop tailpiece makes it very simple to palm mute. It's got 2 ESP...
Review- IBANEZ IRON LABEL RGIR27FE 7-STRING ELECTRIC GUITAR WITH EMG PICKUPS
IBANEZ IRON LABEL RGIR27FE 7-STRING ELECTRIC GUITAR WITH EMG PICKUPS Your fingers will fly on this super-fast Nitro Wizard neck One of Ibanez's fastest necks to date, the Nitro Wizard neck on the RGIR27FE Iron Label is an absolute pleasure to play. This slim and super-comfortable neck lets you pull...
Review- Behringer C-3 Condenser Microphone
Behringer C-3 Condenser Microphone The Behringer C-3 is a home recording enthusiast's dream come true. This professional-quality condenser microphone is designed to capture your sounds with incredible realism, sensitivity and accuracy. Features - Professional large dual-diaphragm condenser microphone for studio recording and live applications - Ideal as main and support...
Zoom H4n Audio Recorder Review
Introduction As portable recorders go, this one has more features and is bigger and heavier than others. It's not pocket sized, although it will fit in a big cargo-shorts pocket. You can just leave it on a lectern, or mount it to a camera tripod with its ¼"-20 socket, or...
ALESIS DM6 USB KIT ELECTRONIC DRUM SET
It wasn’t too long ago that digital drums were for drummers with deep pockets and a more experimental bent. As with all technology, prices have tumbled over the years, and as a result, the electronic kit has rapidly become the beginners’ kit of choice.There are good reasons for this. They...
Review- Mapex Tornado 5 Pcs Drum kit with cymbals
The Mapex Tornado Drum Kit in 22" American Fusion Short Stak Sizes, is an excellent beginners drum kit delivering a great spec'd instrument at a very reasonable price, all backed with Mapex's brand consistency. The kit consists of 22" bass drum, 10" and 12" short stack rack toms, a 16"...