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DECKSTERITY
PIONEER
Having stolen the show at previous PLASA events (this year running from
September 7-10th), Pioneer are about to thrust their groundbreaking Pioneer
CDJ-1000 back under the exhibition spotlights as they launch the CDJ-
1000MK2. Coming with the same design and layout as the CDJ-1000, the MK2
is made unique by the addition of a subtle silver rim on the Jog Dial, but it’s on
the inside where Pioneer claim “the real enhancements have been made”. The
Mk2 model boasts increased jog dial sensitivity as well as fine adjust-
ments to the tempo control to make it more accurate than ever. The
internal memory now allows the storing of cue and loop points, while
all of this information can also be saved to a Multimedia Card (MMC),
with one now coming free with the unit.
Go to: www.pioneerdj.com for more information.
NUMARK
Loads of new Numark gear set for the streets in the coming months and
amongst the first arrivals is a tasty-looking range of digital mixers. The DXM
series currently features three units, the 01, 03 and 06, each boasting 24-bit
digital mixing. The 01 is the basic model, with two stereo channels,
twin phono and line inputs, plus 3-band EQ with kill. There’s also
a mic channel with 2-band EQ and the digital crossfader
comes with reverse and continuous curve control. The
DXM03 and 06 both have the same basic spec, but
take it up a notch or two with the inclusion of a
12-column multi-mode level meter on the 03
and an FX interface on the 06.
After that there’s a bevy of new prod-
ucts lined up including the CDN30
dual CD player, DM1002 Mk2 mixer
and PHX-1 premium headphones. While
one of the most exciting products is the 5000FX
mixer, which not only comes with on-board effects, but
also has a sampler with loop, tempo and scratch facilities. It
doesn’t end there either as there’s also a new turntable on the way,
the TT-500, and this comes with many of the innovative features found
on Numark’s flagship deck, the TTX-1, including interchangeable tone-arms.
Meanwhile, the TTX-1 itself will shortly be available with an improved motor,
boasting 4.5 kg/cm of torque. Further details can be found on:
www.numark.com
STANTON
Stanton, manufacturer of DJ Craze’s signature SA-12 mixer,
has announced details of two new scratch mixers in
their range, with affordability being top of the of
list of their credentials. Both are two channel
units, with the SA-3 featuring phono and line
inputs, gain, pan and 3-band EQ on each. There’s a
fully equipped cue section including cue pan and
twin headphone outputs, while you get reverse
switches and curve adjustment controls on both the
cross and up faders.
Up a level from this is the SA-5 where, in addition to an enhanced
feature-set, this mixer comes with every top panel control, including the
master, gain and EQ, set on sliders. It is also part of Stanton’s new SST
(Superior Sound Technology’) series, boasting pro-audio specs, but at a fraction
of the price. The manufacturers’ promise “ultra low-noise circuitry; clean, trans-
parent sound; no channel bleed and superior construction throughout”, and with
the series also including the 3-channel SMX-301/401 and 19” RM-22, ther
are models available for all DJ applications. For further information, go to
www.stantonmagnetics.com
EYE-EYE
Sound dropouts, be they in the studio or on stage, needn’t spark a crisis any-
more thanks to this neat piece of kit from Fong Electronic. Coming in key-fob
style, the SonicEye is an output level checker that can used to test DJ mixers,
synths, keyboards, samplers, soundcards and, well, anything that outputs to a
1/4” jack. Operation is a doddle. Simply insert the SonicEye, press a button and
the series of three LEDs will indicate the voltage level output of the sound
source you’re testing, allowing you can to find the root of any problem quickly
and painlessly. Available from: www.soniceye.co.uk for just under £25.
BEHRINGER
They might not be the hottest on original ideas, but when it comes to giving
bang for your buck, Behringer certainly deliver the goods. So, hot on the heels
of the compact DJX400 Behringer brings us the 5-channel, FX-laden DJX700. As
well as 3-band EQ on each channel, independent kills for each side of the cross-
fader and comprehensive input and output connections, the 700 comes fully
equipped with dual BPM counters and a 24-bit FX bank; the latter featuring 47
different effects, including delay, reverb, flange, pan and many more.
For the full SP, head for: www.behringer.com
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