Gear

IN THE ACTIVE COLUMN

American Audio has released the APX CS8 column PA system with Bluetooth True Wireless Stereo, which can be used for venues or mobile applications. Comprised of an active subwoofer enclosure with an 8-inch driver, a column speaker with four 2.5-inch neodymium drivers, and two column spacers, the APX CS8 is a versatile AC powered PA. The column speaker can be connected directly to the sub, creating a compact full-range setup, which measures 36.1 inches from the ground. Alternatively, one or both of the spacers can be used to lift up the top of the column speaker to a height of 54.6 inches or 73.1 inches, respectively. Also, a built-in 3-channel mixer with eight input connections, is housed within a panel on the back of the sub. American Audio/ADJ Products 6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 (323) 582-2650 www.adj.com

REV-OLUTION IN THE AIR

Pioneer DJ has introduced the first addition to its new line of controllers – the DDJREV7 controller for Serato DJ Pro. A solution for open-format and scratch DJs, the DDJREV7 emulates a professional DJM-S mixer and PLX turntable setup. For the first time ever on a Pioneer DJ controller, the tempo sliders sit horizontally on the top of the deck sections to mirror PLX turntables in a battle configuration, while the Performance Pads and Lever FX paddles sit in the mixer section to parallel the DJM-S Series mixer design. Key features include: plug-and-play compatibility with Serato DJ Pro; brand-new motorized, vinylized, 7-inch jog wheel for record-like feel; a 3.5-inch LCD display on each jog wheel, which includes Waveform Mode,Virtual Deck Mode, Artwork Display and DJ Logo Display; four original scratch samples to trigger; advanced audio design; Magvel Fader Pro; and 22 built-in beat FX.

Pioneer DJ Americas

2050 W 190th St #109 Torrance, CA 90504 (424) 488-0480 www.pioneerdj.com

ON THE DARKSIDE

G-Sonique has released DarkPsy FX466, a VST/AU plug-in designed for Darkpsy/Forest/Psycore music production and can be used in various genres of psytrance from full-on to dark prog. It can also be used in film music, video-game music, dark ambient, drum-n-bass intros, experimental, dark techno and more. All instruments/sounds can be additionally modified with LFO modulating volume/expression, panning, pitch, amplitude envelope – attack, decay, sustain, release, pan, space, you can choose glide (+ glide time), mono, legato or polyphonic modes, load additional bonus instruments etc. You can layer two or more instruments together to create new kind of sounds and use various external G-Sonique VST effects to modify the sound to brand new level. G-Sonique Digital Instruments Holubyho str. 921 01 Piestany Slovakia www.g-sonique.com

FRUITY LOOPS

Image-Line Software has released FL Studio 20.9, which delivers new features to enhance your workload – new effects, multiple Playlist Track selection, redesigned Audio Recording and fearless editing with undo everything. New features include: Pitch Shifter Effect; Vintage Chorus Effect; and Sampler Channel & Audio Clips Instrument. Revived and updated features include SoundFont Player 64 Bit; NewTone Editor; Patcher Tool; and FLEX dump-to-score feature. Image Line NV Franklin Rooseveltlaan 348 D B-9000 Gent Belgium 32 9 281 15 33 www.image-line.com

I HAVE A STREAM

Mackie has released the M•Caster Live Portable livestreaming mixer. A portable option for social streamers, gamers, podcasters, and DJs alike, the M•Caster Live includes a powerful software bundle from Accusonus, including a perpetual license of its ERA Voice Leveler and De-Esser plug-ins, and a three-month All Access Suite subscription, which gives users tools for audio repair, voice optimization, plus thousands of royalty-free sound effects and background music. Along with this new launch comes a line of accessories to amplify creator content – the mRing Line of ring lights and CreatorSling Streamer accessories. Mackie 16220 Wood-Red Road NE Woodinville, WA 98072 (425) 892-6500 www.loudtechinc.com

GLORY, GLORY

The Glorious Mix Station 2, distributed Stateside by American Music & Sound, transforms every living room into an affordable, professional DJ booth. The convenient workstation design offers space for two turntables or CD/media players and a mixer – up to a width of 14 inches – or a DJ controller with laptop. With its anti-vibration design, the Mix Station 2 is especially sturdy, making it perfectly suited for any DJ application. The ergonomic height is ideal for mixing and smart outlets offer easy cable management. Thanks to an easy assembly, in just a few steps the DJ table is ready for use. The Mix Station 2 is made of solid particle board with a black finish and perfectly matches the Glorious Modular Mix and Vinyl Storage furniture series. Glorious/American Music & Sound 925 Broadbeck Dr. #220 Newbury Park, CA 91320 (800) 431-2609 www.americanmusicandsound.com

KILL THE NOISE

Shure has introduced the AONIC 40 wireless noise-cancelling headphones, which meet the needs of on-the-go music lovers, commuters and travel enthusiasts. Crafted from premium materials and precisionengineered, the AONIC 40 was designed for long-wearing comfort and durability. Listeners can block out the world with adjustable noise cancellation or activate Environment Mode with the click of a button to hear the outside world without missing a beat. Also featuring up to 25 hours of battery life, premium call quality, and customizable EQ, the AONIC 40 combines portable and elegant design with industryleading Shure audio. Available in two colors (white/tan and black.) Shure Inc. 5800 West Touhy Avenue Niles, IL 60714 (847) 600-2000 www.shure.com

ARE YOU EXPERIENCED?

Looking for a must-have item for the next music festival? Loop Experience earplugs fit the bill. According to the company, these unique earplugs reduce noise by 20 dB by combining an acoustic channel and filter for natural sound. This allows festival-goers to comfortably keep their hearing in check without causing their ears to ring, risking long-term damage. Each set comes with several eartips made in soft silicone for ultimate comfort. Loop Experience earplugs come in a variety of colors – Midnight Black, Swinging Silver, Glorious Gold and Rose Gold – to match any festival’s theme. Loop Earplugs Posthofbrug 6-8 PB Antwerpen, Belgium 32 3472881203 www.loopearplugs.com

COVER ME

Decksaver, distributed stateside by Mixware, has launched 28 new Decksaver covers for a wide range of DJ, music, and lighting gear. The range includes lids for popular DJ-related items like the Pioneer DJ XDJRX3, the Numark Mixstream Pro, the Denon DJ LC6000 PRIME. New lids for studio products include units from TASCAM, SSL, and RME. For synth owners, new covers are available for units from Behringer, MonoPoly and Eurorack Go. Mixware LLC 11070 Fleetwood St., Unit F Sun Valley, CA 91352 (818) 578-4030 www.mixware.net

DMX CONTROL

The ADJ Lighting WMX1, powered by Wolfmix, is a standalone lighting control system designed with the performer in mind. Featuring a 4.3-inch color touchscreen display and 37 backlit silicone buttons, it allows intuitive hands-on control of a DMX lighting set-up. It feature a toolbox of FX modules and eight independent fixture groups which allow for the simple creation of high-impact light shows on the fly without a computer. Ideal for mobile entertainers, as well as bars, clubs, and other entertainment venues, this compact, but powerful controller puts creative lighting control at any user’s fingertips. ADJ Products 6122 S. Eastern Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90040 (323) 582-2650 www.adj.com

JUNIOR SAMPLES

Waves Audio is now shipping the free COSMOS A.I.-Powered Sample Finder. Included in the Waves CR8 Creative Sampler, COSMOS solves sample-collection issues – i.e., misplaced or misnamed samples in disorganized folders – by bringing all the one-shots and loops on a hard drive into one easy-to-search place. It uses advanced Waves Neural Networks technology to analyze, auto-tag and sort an entire collection of samples into one unified database. No matter where you placed your samples, or how the files are named, COSMOS will find them. Compatible with all WAV, AIF, OGG and FLAC files, COSMOS also includes over 2,500 free samples. Waves Audio 2800 Merchants Dr. Knoxville, TN 37912 (865) 909-9200 www.waves.com

PORTABLE PA

Galaxy Audio has introduced the Traveler TQ8X portable, rechargeable PA system. Perfect for a variety of applications, including mobile events, the 150-watt TQ8X features onboard mixing, 3-band EQ, Bluetooth media player, extended battery life and 16-channel selectable UHF wireless microphone option. The TQ8X has an 8-inch woofer with a wide-dispersion HF horn with a 1-inch compression driver and two wired mic/ line inputs. Complete with a carrying handle, the active system may be ACpowered or operated from its internal battery for up to 24 hours of continuous use. Galaxy Audio P.O. Box 16285 Wichita, KS 67216 (316) 263-2852 www.galaxyaudio.com VOL.2 NO.1 | DJLIFEMAG.COM 49