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The Kaoss Pad is a world renowned piece of Allen & Heath has recently extended its series Originally released last year, the Mackie d.2 pro
DJ equipment, and in 2001 Korg incorporated of Xone MIDI controllers with the introduction of was the first DJ mixer to sport Firewire I/O,
their touch-pad effects unit into a DJ mixer for the slim-line Xone:1D, which joins the existing and the company is now set to release a new
the first time, with the launch of the Kaoss Mixer. Xone:3D mixer controller combo and Xone:2D version; together with a four-channel model, the
Six years on, and the company has updated controller. In addition to its USB connection, d.4 pro. The new d.2 pro retains the standard
the concept with the arrival of two new 24-bit the Xone:1D sports five-pin DIN MIDI sockets battle-style layout, VCA analog circuitry, Infinium
digital mixers, the two-channel KM-202 and for connection to other MIDI-enabled devices, crossfader and main feature-set of its predeces-
four-channel KM-404. Both units feature 100 and features four 60mm linear faders, eight sor, but now boasts enhanced FireWire capabili-
effect programs from the KP3, which are freely detented rotary pots, 16 push buttons (four of ties via its 13x6 24bit/96kHz interface; enabling
assignable to each channel. A memory feature is which are illuminated), five rotary encoders with this and the d.4 pro to be used as a multi-track
included for saving and recalling your favourites ‘push to switch’ function, and a multi-function recording source (a copy of Mackie’s Tracktion 3
and, of course, the touch pad for altering the jog wheel with switched navigation control. As software is include) and a multi-input perfor-
effects’ parameters. In addition to this the mixer with the Xone:3D, all the MIDI controls can be mance mixer. Further new features include a
takes further advantage of its digital power by mapped for use as navigation controls for DJ or more flexible routing system and Traktor Scratch
providing six selectable EQ types, from high pass production software, providing the user with the certification (see Native Instruments 1 article for
filters to isolator curves, as well as an adjustable same tactile control of performance software. further details on that), while the d.4 pro adds
crossfader curve control. For full details, go to Also new from A&H are the XD-53 pro DJ onboard analog filter effects and genuine Onyx
www.korg.co.uk headphones; and for more info on both, hit up microphone preamps to the equation. Check the
www.allen-heath.com or
www.xone.co.uk specs at
www.mackie.com
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A new compatibility drive has been announced In further Native Instruments news, the company Unveiled at the Pro Light & Sound show,
by N.I. enabling the easier identification of has also announced the launch of a Traktor Tuto- Behringer has added a new mixer to its line of
hardware controllers and mixers optimised for rial DVD, including comprehensive video tutorials, affordable DJ equipment, with the DDM4000
use with Traktor 3 and Traktor Scratch. ‘Traktor artist interviews and special workshop content. becoming the company’s first ever five-channel
Ready’ controllers are guaranteed fully compat- Aimed at users of all levels, the workshop 32-bit digital mixer. Key features include a beat-
ible with Traktor 3, meet certain quality and element includes more than three hours of high- sync sampler, four multi-effects section, dual
functionality requirements, and have available resolution video, hosted by Chris Liebing and BPM counters and MIDI control capabilities (al-
a Traktor 3 configuration file. While, addition- Kabuki, and covers all aspects of Traktor tech- lowing you to connect MIDI kit such as a drum
ally, some will also be stamped ‘Traktor 3 LE niques and workflow, including cueing, looping machine), while in addition to their phono and
included’. Controllers currently ‘Traktor Ready’ and effects, performance controller setup, playl- line connections each of the four input channels
include the Ecler NUO 4, EKS XP10, Numark’s ist and track preparation, remixing techniques comes with a gain control and programmable
Total Control and the Vestax VCI-100. A similar simultaneously using four decks and a whole lot parametric three-band EQ with kill function. The
program has been launched for DJ mixers with more, all split into eight major chapters. All music crossfader is fully assignable and comes with
on-board audio interfaces which fully integrate tracks used in the tutorial examples are also curve control, while the effects sections are fully
with the Traktor Scratch, with those currently on included fully licensed on the DVD with complete editable and feature instant memory recall plus
the list including models from Mackie and Korg; cue point information, allowing users to closely the sampler includes a beat-sync loop function,
and owners of ‘Traktor Scratch certified’ mixers follow and replicate the lessons within Traktor 3 reverse, real-time pitch control and crossfader
will also be eligible for a specially-priced Traktor itself. For more, head to
www.native-instruments.com start option. Two mic inputs are also included,
Scratch Upgrade Kit, containing the software each with gain EQ and talk-over function. For
and control discs. More from
www.native-instruments.com prices and full spec, visit
www.behringer.com
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