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James Hype Talks Beyond the Music Retreat, Three Shows on One Hour of Sleep
After a long flight delay, U.K. DJ/producer James Hype shared on his latest vlog episode how he still managed to make it to the Beyond The Music Retreat panel in Phoenix, Arizona on June 15th. James was set to speak on music production on the “Samples and Hi-Hats” panel alongside MAKJ, DJ Nick Bike, and Kidd Spin. The conference, which features discussion panels and networking events with some of the DJ world’s brightest minds, is a collaboration between DJcity, Beatsource and DJ Vice.
Watch James Hype’s vlog episode above.
Beatsource Tech: Ecler Are Back! WARM2 Rotary Mixer Review
It’s been over a decade since Spanish manufacturer Ecler released their last DJ mixer. But now they’re back, with the 2-channel analogue WARM2 rotary mixer. Priced more keenly than many rotaries, the Warm 2 offers some seriously good value on paper. On the new episode of Beatsource Tech, Mojaxx finds out if the venerable brand can cut it in today’s market.
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Algoriddim djay: Now With DVS… On Phones!
Algoriddim‘s djay software has long been a home of innovative features, both on iOS and MacOS. With the new version 4.0, the company is bringing a whole lot more to the table, including DVS, on both desktop and mobile, and a unique way of controlling their patented Neural Mix feature using control vinyl directly. Mojaxx takes a look on the new episode of Beatsource Tech.
Pioneer DJ DJM-S5 Review: The Ultimate Affordable Battle Mixer?
Pioneer DJ‘s line of Serato battle mixers gains a new, more affordable model in the DJM-S5. Taking design and feature cues from its more expensive stablemates, it promises to offer great performance for intermediate, hobbyist DJs. Finished in a vibrant red color, the S5 really stands out from the crowd visually – but does it justify its $800 price tag? Mojaxx gives us his thoughts in a full review.
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How To Setup and Balance The Tonearms On Your DJ Turntables
Setting up and calibrating the tonearms on your DJ turntables correctly is very important, if you want to get the best performance from your decks – and avoid damaging your needles and records. On the new episode of “Beatsource Basics”, Mojaxx talks you through the whole setup process. Watch above.
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All That Glitters? Chrome Caps Review
Chroma Caps, a line of replacement knobs and fader caps from DJ TechTools, has been around for a decade now and has cultivated a strong following in that time. The latest addition to the range, Chrome Caps, features a new metallic style shiny finish, allowing you to add a touch of bling to any DJ hardware. Watch Mojaxx‘s review in this episode of Beatsource Tech.
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Back to the Booth
Almost every DJ around the world has suffered an enforced hiatus from live performances in the past two years, some for longer than others. But if you’ve taken a break from DJing, for whatever reason, what are the things you ought to consider when getting you’re headead back in the game?
In the first episode of Beatsource Basics, Mojaxx delivers a checklist of things you should get on top of before you get back to the DJ booth. Watch above.
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Fake Technics 1200s EXPOSED!
Classic Technics SL-1200 Mk2, M3D and Mk5 turntables have been discontinued over a decade ago. Since then, mint used examples have rocketed in price. In addition, the increasing scarcity of genuine spare parts has led to some unscrupulous sellers to combine bits of different models together into “frankendecks,” which are designed to fool potential buyers.
In the new episode of Beatsource Tech, Mojaxx speaks to Jay from Just Technics in the UK, who has a series of videos where he helps DJs spot the potential red flags when shopping for a used 1200 or 1210.
Watch the video above.
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Mojaxx Reviews Wolfmix W1 and ADJ WMX1
The Wolfmix W1 is a standalone, hardware DMX controller for lighting, promising to offer all the power and functionality of a computer-based system. Mojaxx had just finished his review for Beatsource Tech when ADJ announced that they would be distributing the device, rebranded as the WMX1, as part of their own lineup in the US.
Watch Mojaxx’s review for both products above.
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Mojaxx Reviews Pioneer DJ’s DDJ-REV1 and DDJ-REV7
Mojaxx reviews Pioneer DJ’s new controllers, the DDJ-REV1 and DDJ-REV7 on the first episode of his new Beatsource Tech series. The DDJ-REV1 is an entry-level, two-channel controller for Serato DJ Lite, and the DDJ-REV7 is a two-channel controller for Serato DJ Pro with motorized platters that provides the mixer and turntable experience in one unit.
Both are part of the new DDJ-REV series that takes inspiration for its layout from a professional DJM-S mixer plus turntable setup and adds innovative features for open format DJs.
“The ‘REV’ series of controllers are a new and exciting chapter for Serato and Pioneer DJ,” says Serato Chief Strategy Officer Nick Maclaren. “Following up on the DDJ-SB3 was never going to be easy, with a brand new layout and innovative features we’re confident beginners are going to love learning on DDJ-REV1. For our professional DJs, the DDJ-REV7 is one of the most powerful controllers we’ve ever worked on and it’s exciting to have motorized jog wheels make their debut on a Pioneer DJ controller.”
Watch Mojaxx’s review for the DDJ-REV7 above and for the DDJ-REV1 below.
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