Decksaver is pleased to announce a range of covers for the new Pioneer CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 digital media decks.

The club environment can be harsh, with smoke, dust and sticky liquids being daily hazards for DJs and club owners to keep in check. Decksavers are specifically designed to keep your technology investment safe and sound.

Decksaver covers are tailor-made to exacting standards to fit the Pioneer CDJ like a glove. Rather than using cheaper inferior acrylic, each one is made from Polycarbonate – a very hardwearing plastic used in bullet proof glass – and made to fit your gear as closely as possible. The use of Polycarbonate means that thinner material can be used, making for discrete, strong yet attractive protection for your Pioneer units. Indeed, great care is taken to trim each Decksaver to achieve the best fit and still leave cables in place.

The CDJ-2000 Decksaver package also includes a clear faceplate. Sitting firmly on top of the CDJ-2000, the faceplate has been designed to keep the new shiny CDJ pristine. Made from 0.5mm super clear material, the faceplate is laser cut to ensure the finest tolerances are achieved and the best fit maintained.The finish is of the highest quality – a trademark of Decksaver.

This update offers improvements over external control modes, providing accurate scratching in all playback modes (absolute, relative, master tempo, hybrid); Skip-free mixing with the new anti-skip feature (in relative mode); Drift-free vinyl control for accurate scratching and beat juggling now in all modes; Silent Peak/BPM analysis of tracks to avoid any audio drop-outs or GUI micro freezes; Optimized light GUI to avoid overcharging the processor.

All CROSS users are invited to pick-up their update from the Download-Center, right here: http://forum.mixvibes.com/downloads.php?cat=6

As technology miniaturises the DJ scene, it’s less about cramming several flightcases into the back of a minivan and doing 1 gig, and much more about throwing your DJ crap in a bag and taxiing (or even flying) from gig to gig in the same night. But that bag must keep your crap safe, and Magma’s DJ Controller bag will most definitely do that.

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VFX CONTROL is a complete software/ hardware package used to mix multimedia files. VFX CONTROL enables you to mix, sync, crossfade your audio and video files using the intuitive layout of a classic DJ booth: 2 decks and a mixer. The package is an all-in-one turnkey solution including VFX software and a rackmountable controller featuring a built-in sound card with 3 stereo outputs.

Check out videos of DJ Tiesto using MixVibes VFX Control on his current Kaleidoscope Tour

The new MAGMA DIGI-Bag complies with the essential wishes and demands of the digital-DJ generation and scores especially because of its practical and clever interior layout. The separate and fully padded 15,4 laptop compartment protects the heart of your digital setup while two additional pockets, numerous mesh compartments and a specific compartment for Timecode Vinyls provide a clearly organized housing for all accessories.

EKS, creators of the world’s most innovative and fully configurable DJ controllers, is proud to announce that Otus is now shipping from the following musical instrument retailers for $799:

Rock and Soul
World of Stereo
Hollywood DJ
DJ Deals
Pro Sound & Stage Lighting
Florida Music Company
American Musical Supply
Zzounds
Same Day Music

“The Otus dual deck controller has been widely heralded as one of the truly ground-breaking DJ products to hit the market in years and I’m ecstatic to announce its North American availability,” commented Sulevi Seppänen, EKS’ Sales Director. “With the help of Mixware, our U.S. distributor, we hope to broaden our network of retail partners and bring the future of digital DJing to the entire country.”

EKS Otus’ stylish physical appearance, clever design combined with a solid build will make any professional DJ feel at home from the very first encounter. The sturdy aluminum frame is built to withstand the physical abuse of DJing and the hazards of travel. The heart of Otus is its illuminated, high resolution 7.5” jog wheel with sensitivity adjustments. Otus has been designed to fit firmly in the place, or on top of standard DJ turntables, with vibrations substantially reduced due to its unique sharp cloves (feet).

All of the controls onboard the Otus are of the highest professional standards and are illuminated by LED indicators for maximum usability in a club environment.

Independent by spirit, Otus gives DJs the freedom to work with software combinations of choice. It feels at home next to a mixer, external soundcard or another controller, but can also replace them all if needed. The advanced MIDI mapper & Asio software makes creating different setups a breeze.

Otus offers a wide range of controls enabling the user full control – no mouse or keyboard needed. The placement of each control has been optimized for usability and for show factor. All of the key functions are placed closest to the DJ, while effect orientated controls are placed further away. This allows the club audience a better view of the DJ tweaking knobs.

The Future Proof Ideology of the control layout allows the use of future software features. Assignable buttons, knobs, push-and-rotate selectors and capacitive touchpad enable advanced creative freedom, while the relative touch sensitive slider allows very accurate pitch adjustments.

To top it off, all of the controls can be virtually doubled via a color indicated layer selection switch or shift button. The second layer, indicated by LED color changes, offers the option to control two virtual decks with one Otus or even other software like MIDI controllable VJ programs. A professional level audio/headphone output allows direct connectivity to a DJ system or the possibility for headphone preview.

For updates on additional Otus retail availability, please visit www.mixware.net.

VFX CONTROL is a complete software/ hardware package to mix mutlimedia files. VFX CONTROL enables you to mix, sync, crossfade your audio and video files using the intuitive layout of a classic DJ booth: 2 decks and a mixer. The package is an all-in-one turnkey solution including VFX software and a rackmountable controller featuring a built-in sound card with 3 stereo outputs.

Innovative Multimedia Software

MixVibes’ powerful VFX software not only allows you to play the most popular music and video file formats, but you can also add exclusive content to your performance. Insert text, dynamic flash animations, visuals or your logo on the fly. Liven your mix with 20 audio/video effects. Each audio effect is translated into a visual effect. Visual effects can be synchronized with the audio BPM. Broadcast live from external video sources such as webcams and camcorders. Manage multiple playlists and file formats : mp4, mpeg, wmv, avi, mov, divx, wav, mp3. Browse through your files visually using file covers and album jackets

Touch-Sensitive Jog Wheels and a Built-in Soundcard

The VFX controller is light and mobile. It easily fits in installations such as bars, clubs or restaurants thanks to its 19″ rack mount design. It features a built-in soundcard with 3 stereo channel outputs: 2 for channels playback, 1 for headphone monitoring. For high precision mixing, the touch-sensitive jogwheels responds to pitch bending and scratching audio and video files without latency.

VFX software features

• Artwork cover browsing
• One color per deck, up to 4 decks
• Advanced software sampler
• Over 20 effects (audio, video or audio + video)
• Beat Synchronized Effects
• 6 simultaneous effects per deck with adjustable parameters
• Video titler: flash animations, pictures, text with animations
• Compatible with MixVibes control vinyl and CDs
• Compatible audio formats: aac, mp3, wma, ogg, flac
• Compatible video formats: mp4, mpg, mpeg, mjpeg, wmv, avi, mov, divx, vob, mkv
• Compatible flash & image formats: flv, swf, jpg, gif, png, bmp
• Webcam live feed support
• Windows XP, Vista & 7 compatible

VFX Controller Specifications

• VJ & DJ MIDI controller with built-in soundcard
• 2 Line (stereo RCA) and 1 headphone output (1/4″ jack)
• Complete hands-on control for keyboard-free use
• Media library browsing directly from the controller
• 4 CUE points and 4 loops memory bank per deck
• Touch sensitive jog wheels for precise scratch and pitch bend
• 58 push buttons + 7 push encoders+ 5 faders + 9 rotary knobs + shift keys for dual function of all controls.
• ASIO driver support
• Power supply: DC6V (supplied)
• USB connection to computer
• Removable 19″ rack ears

Media management software included with “New Species” DJ players

MixVibes is proud to announce its cooperation with Pioneer in the development of rekordbox™ music file management software. Today Pioneer unveiled the CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 multi players with rekordbox™ , as previewed in the “Dawn of a New Species” online teasers.
rekordbox™ is based on MixVibes Cross’ advanced media management functionality, and was developed for use in combination with Pioneer products. MixVibes was selected to develop rekordbox™ due to its ten years of experience in developing stable, high quality audio software for DJs. Like MixVibes Cross, rekordbox™ is built around a high-end audio engine to deliver high quality features, such as cue, loops, hot cues and the deck layout is based on the new CDJ hardware.
Pioneer issued the following statement:
Based on Pioneer’s ‘Prepare & Perform’ concept, rekordbox™ works (for both Mac and PC) like the leading music database management software, but is more creative and more DJ-friendly. rekordbox™ allows DJs to prepare more before their performance and opens a door to tools such as Hot Cue Banks and Quantize, for perfectly synced loops every time. DJs can then export data to a USB or SD device to access vast libraries of music files and perform live – without the need for extra equipment or any inconvenient rewiring in the club. No need to burn CDs, simply take your USB device to the club, plug in to the CDJ and play. Through the industry-first Pro DJ Link, music files and database data on one single USB or SD device can be shared simultaneously by up to four players connected via LAN (local area network) cable. Plus, the data history of each DJ set is automatically saved and can be made into a playlist that can be loaded back into rekordbox™ .

A major update of Cross is planned this year and will include native support with the Pioneer CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 for plug and play compatibility as well as many exclusive new features.

For more information on MixVibes products, please visit www.mixvibes.us

For more information on rekordbox™ , please visit your local Pioneer website.

DISCOVER DJ is a computer DJ package for anyone from experienced, veteran DJs to the most novice music lovers. The system harnesses the processing power of virtually any Mac or PC and enables users to DJ parties, events and even clubs using the music that is already on their computer. DISCOVER DJ consists of a hardware DJ control surface with a convenient, standard USB connection and powerful MixVibes CROSS LE performance DJ software.

DISCOVER DJ users can mix and scratch the music in their computer music library including iTunes Music Libraries using two large performance platters and a central mixer section with a crossfader, buttons and knobs. DISCOVER DJ is laid out in to carefully recreate the two-decks-and-a-mixer setup that professional DJs prefer. On screen, the MixVibes CROSS LE software is a virtual extension of the DISCOVER DJ hardware, with two decks. Users simply load their tracks to either Deck A or Deck B, and then control it, cueing up the start point, performing advanced transitions and even scratching.

DISCOVER DJ has complete DJ controls such as pitching the music up and down so DJs can perfectly match the tempo or BPM between tracks and create seamless mixes. The system also has an automatic beat-matching feature that takes the guesswork out of this tricky piece of DJing. Bass and treble control enable DJs to shape their sound with ease and users can easily extend the mix by looping their favorite parts of their tracks. Yet, with all of this power and capabilities, DISCOVER DJ is easy enough for virtually anyone to learn on. DJs can even record, play back and share their performances thanks to recording capability.

DISCOVER DJ works plug-and-play with Mac and PC computers. Its hardware component connects via USB and does not require no driver installation or a power adapter.

“DISCOVER DJ is the perfect way for anyone to try their hand at DJing,” said Gregg Stein, Managing Director, ION. “Even if you’ve never tried mixing two songs together, you’ll find it’s easy and fun with DISCOVER DJ.”

DISCOVER DJ will be available from consumer electronics retailers and at www.ionaudio.com in Q4 2009.

http://www.ionaudio.com/discoverdj