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Native Instruments has announced a price drop on its critically acclaimed TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 DJ system, reducing the price permanently to $899 USD / 799 EUR.

TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 represents an unparalleled level of software and hardware integration that makes DJing more versatile, intuitive and fun. The full-featured controller combines a four-channel mixer section with ergonomic, high-quality control elements and an integrated audio interface – all built to professional specifications.

The included TRAKTOR PRO 2 software offers powerful performance functions such as Remix Deck™ technology, a loop recorder, and newly designed Macro FX. Based on ten years of digital DJing expertise, the highly successful TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 gives DJs of all genres unparalleled creative possibilities with supreme workflow and ease of use.

TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 is available at retailers worldwide and at the NI Online Shop, while supplies last.

More information: Native Instruments / TRAKTOR KONTROL S4

Numark has announced the Mixtrack Pro II, an enhanced and updated version of Mixtrack Pro, the world’s best-selling DJ controller.

Mixtrack Pro II 2-Channel DJ Controller with Audio I/O.

Mixtrack Pro II features a new streamlined design and a new expanded layout of professional controls, including 16 backlit multifunction drum pads and illuminated touchactivated platters. Hot cues, looping, and effects controls are all onboard, along with a built-in professional DJ audio interface. Building upon Numark’s longstanding partnership with Serato®, Mixtrack Pro II comes with Serato DJ Intro. DJs can also easily use Mixtrack Pro II with most popular DJ software, and it also comes pre-mapped for an optional upgrade to Serato DJ, the latest state-of-the-art professional software from Serato. Serato DJ includes a wide range of all-new features and capabilities, including stunning new effects powered by iZotope®, ultra-flexible and intuitive MIDI mapping, and the ability to set and trigger up to eight cue points.

“When we first released Mixtrack Pro, there was nothing else like it—it set the bar and gave DJs and aspiring DJs everywhere truly professional capabilities,” said Chris Roman, Numark Product Manager. “Mixtrack Pro II is the next step of that evolution—the bar just got even higher.”

Mixtrack Pro II features

• Illuminated, capacitive touch-activated platters.
• 16 backlit rubber drum pads, 16 dedicated effects controls.
• Complete mixer section with crossfader and 3-band EQ.
• Audio interface built in, Serato DJ Intro software included.
• USB-powered and class-compliant.

Numark will exhibit Mixtrack Pro II at Booth 6700 at the 2013 NAMM show, January 24-27 in Anaheim, California. Numark will also be showing Mixtrack II, an all-new version of Mixtrack, which shares all of the same professional updates received by Mixtrack Pro II.

Mixtrack Pro II will be available in stores in January 2013 with an estimated street price of $299 USD.

More information: Numark

Numark has introduced Orbit, a first-of-its-kind wireless handheld DJ performance controller.

Numark’s Orbit is the next step in the evolution of the performing DJ. Made to be held in the hands, strapped to your body using its built-in clip, or placed on the table, Orbit packs an unheard-of amount of control into an ergonomic game-controller-on-steroids design, which has every inch, inside and out, tailor-made for live performance. Orbit can be used wired via the included USB cable, which also charges it, or wireless using 2.4 GHz ultra-low-latency connectivity. Orbit features 4 selectable banks of 16 backlit pads, 8 on each side, for adding and blending effects, launching hot cues and samples, and more. Located in the center of Orbit are 4 bank selection buttons, 4 virtual knobs, and a large aluminum-faced touchsensitive control wheel, which controls the selected virtual knob for instantly tweaking effects and filters.

“If you want to be a serious DJ these days, you need the guts and the gear to get out on the stage and perform,” said Chris Roman, Numark Product Manager. “Orbit embraces that reality to its core, empowering DJs with performance capabilities that will need to be seen and experienced to be believed. It’s intuitive, operating like an extension of the DJ—not to mention it’s the most fun you’ll ever have on stage.”

Orbit’s live-performance design extends even to the inside of the device, where it has an embedded 2-axis accelerometer, which can be assigned to 2 different parameters per bank and activated instantly via 2 shoulder buttons. All of Orbit’s controls are fully mappable, so DJs will be able to customize their settings for effects control, transport control, volume control, or any other MIDI parameter.

Orbit features

• 2.4 GHz ultra-low-latency wireless performance control.
• 16 backlit pads, 4 selectable banks, 16 virtual knobs per bank.
• Internal two-axis accelerometer with shoulder trigger controls.
• Use handheld, strapped to belt or body, or hung around neck.
• Illuminated aluminum-faced control wheel.
• Rechargeable lithium-ion battery.

Numark will demonstrate Orbit for the first time at Booth 6700 at the 2013 NAMM show, January 24-27 in Anaheim, California.

More information: Numark

Numark has announced iDJ Live II, a new mobile DJ controller that offers versatile control over a wide variety of computer-based and mobile DJ platforms.

An updated and enhanced version of Numark’s iDJ Live controller, iDJ Live II features an updated low-profile design and USB connectivity, allowing it to perform with both laptopbased and mobile DJ platforms. iDJ Live II features a standard layout of DJ controls, including a crossfader, EQ knobs, and capacitive touch-activated platters. The design of iDJ Live II has also been slimmed down with redesigned platters that are now illuminated and lowprofile. A headphone/speaker splitter cable is also included.

“iDJ Live II enhances and builds upon our original vision for iDJ Live—give anyone and everyone real DJing capability in a compact, comprehensive, and fun package,” said Chris Roman, Numark Product Manager.

iDJ Live II features

• Works with iPad, iPhone, iPod touch, plus Mac and PC laptops.
• Seamless integration with Algoriddim’s djay and vjay apps (sold separately).
• Algoriddim’s djay LE software for Mac included.
• Crossfader, EQ controls, and capacitive dual-zone touch-activated platters.
• Headphone/speaker splitter cable and stand for iPad included.
• Available with USB and 30-pin or USB and Lightning connections.
• Core MIDI- and standard MIDI-compatible.

Numark will display and demo iDJ Live II at Booth 6700 at the 2013 NAMM show, show, January 24-27 in Anaheim, California.

More information: Numark

Numark has announced the NS7 II, a dramatically enhanced and updated version of the industry’s most advanced and best-selling motorized DJ controller, NS7.

For more than 20 years, Numark has set the pace in the world of digital DJing, empowering DJs with cutting-edge technology that has continually advanced the art form. In 2007, Numark and Serato® released NS7, a controller that blends different eras of DJing so completely it makes them virtually indistinguishable from each other. Since then, the powerful experience offered by NS7 has defined the top tier of DJ performance, setting the standard by which all other controllers are judged.

Now, with NS7 II, Numark is pushing the modern DJ’s performance capability even further, incorporating iconic technology from Akai Professional, the world leader in music production technology and creator of the legendary MPC. NS7 II’s 16 MPC pads can be instantly assigned to control five dynamic performance features in Serato DJ: Cues, Loop, Roll, Sampler, and Slicer. In addition, each pad features RGB illumination, allowing for a virtually endless amount of color variations assignable via MIDI. Vinyl platter control has never felt more familiar with its high- and low-torque motorized platters with real slip mats and real vinyl sitting on 3,600 ticks of resolution. NS7 II’s four-channel mixer works with or without a computer and includes a full array of external device inputs. Capacitive touch-activated filter, gain, EQ, and effects knobs are other features incorporated from Akai Professional, which turn the knobs themselves into control surfaces. DJs can use them for instant-on parameter control, blending effects, and instant frequency kills. “NS7 II is an interactive playground,” said Chris Roman, Numark Product Manager. “It’s built to squeeze every ounce of capability out of Serato DJ and push your creative limits. It’s born to perform and to empower DJs with maximum live-performance creative capability.”

NS7 II features

• 7” motorized turntables with 3600 ticks of resolution.
• 4-channel mixer and 24-bit audio interface built in.
• 16 backlit velocity-sensitive MPC pads from Akai Professional.
• Capacitive touch-sensitive filter, gain, EQ, and effects knobs.
• High- and low-torque turntable settings, 33rpm or 45rpm.
• Comprehensive Loop, Sample, Slicer, and Hot Cue controls.
• Strip Search™ virtual needle-drop technology.
• Curve-adjustable CP-Pro crossfader.
• Dedicated iZotope® effects controls.
• Rugged all-metal construction.
• Integrated laptop stand.
• Serato DJ software included.

NS7 II will be unveiled at Booth 6700 at the 2013 NAMM show on January 24th.

More information: Numark

BeatControl.co.uk DJ equipment specialists have joined forces with legendary record store BM Soho to bring a unique buying experience together for DJs in Central London.

BeatControl’s second hub in the home of the famous independent record store BM Soho.

BeatControl has moved into the basement of London’s longest running independent record store to offer equipment and expertise to the digital DJ in this prime location. Stocking everything from Pioneer digital controllers to Shure cartridges and needles BeatControl can cater to everyone, from the absolute novice to the guys who really know their stuff. Since BeatControl launched its website and first store in Edgware in January 2011, its mission has always been to bring the upbeat friendly atmosphere to the industry and modernise the generic electronic store feel. With the help of each of our existing loyal customers as well as the many future ones we hope to gain this could be a venture that could serve London’s hard working DJ for a long time to come.

“For the first time ever in London, you can now pick up the most cutting edge tunes, latest DJ supplies and accessories under one roof.” Adam, founder of BeatControl

“It’s a big step for us as a company and I feel privileged to be invited into such an iconic location.” Jodie, Manager at BeatControl Soho.

More information: BeatControl