Configure the M-Audio X-Session Pro with Ableton Live - the DJ Podcast - Episode 015

thedjpodcast.com The M-Audio X-Session Pro is a midi controller designed to emulate a standard 4 channel mixer. It has 4 faders, 12 knobs, a crossfader, and 8 transport controls. It has everything you need to start mixing with your preferred mixing program. This video tutorial show how to set up your M-Audio X-Session Pro as a 2 channel mixer with FX in Ableton Live. Support the DJ Podcast on Facebook @ http



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Numark LAPTOP STAND Performance Stand For Laptop Computer

Numark LAPTOP STAND Performance Stand For Laptop Computer Review

Numark LAPTOP STAND Performance Stand For Laptop Computer Feature

• Solid, easy-to-assemble laptop stand for DJs
• Secure construction, yet portable, and collapsible with low-weight design
• Fast to assemble or disassemble
• Comes with a zippered, protective case for convenience in transport

Numark LAPTOP STAND Performance Stand For Laptop Computer Overview

LAPTOP STAND is the DJ’s computer-elevation station. Every performer who uses a laptop, including DJs with TOTAL CONTROL, STEALTH CONTROL, OMNI CONTROL, MixMeister Control or NS7; producers working with an MPC or other production controller; and cutting-edge home studios can appreciate LAPTOP STAND. It is the only laptop stand for DJs that balances solid, secure construction, portable, collapsible, low-weight design and excellent affordability. LAPTOP STAND is fast to assemble or disassemble and comes with a zippered, protective case for convenience in transport.

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Gator Deluxe Padded Music Gear Bag, 18X18 Inches

Gator Deluxe Padded Music Gear Bag, 18X18 Inches Review

Gator Deluxe Padded Music Gear Bag, 18X18 Inches Feature

• Durable 600-denier nylon exterior
• 5 mm spongy foam protection
• Protective Tricot lined interior
• Removable shoulder strap & comfortable webbed handles
• External storage compartments for cables and accessories

Gator Deluxe Padded Music Gear Bag, 18X18 Inches Overview

The perfect way to transport and protect smaller mixers, drum machines, effects boxes, and other equipment. Dimensions (interior): 18 x 17.75 x 5.5. Mfg. ##G-MIX-B 1818.

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Marathon MA-VCIFXLT DJ Mixer Case

Marathon MA-VCIFXLT DJ Mixer Case Review

Marathon MA-VCIFXLT DJ Mixer Case Feature

• Exterior: 25.5 x 17.25 x 8.125 Inches.
• Interior (VCI-300): 16.625 x 15.25 x 2.125 Inches.
• Interior (VCIFX): 4.125 x 15.25 x 2.125 Inches

Marathon MA-VCIFXLT DJ Mixer Case Overview

Case to hold 1 x Vestax VCI-300 Music Controller with VFX-1 plus Laptop Shelf. Patent pending laptop shelf. ATA 300 Style. 9mm laminated plywood. Spring action handles. Easy locking fit and tongue. Heavy and powerful ball corners. Industrial strength latches and rubber feet. Dual anchor rivets. Includes mounting hardware.

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Ecler EVO 4 Pro DJ Mixer

Ecler EVO 4 Pro DJ Mixer Review

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Hercules RMX review and practice at the end DJ D-Rakkas (South Rakkas Crew)

Check out our new album www.maddecent.com and let me know what you think. DJ Dow Jones from South Rakkas Crew giving a review of the Hercules RMX mixer: upgraded from the MK2.



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Marathon Elight Series MA-ECD4Hw Sil CD Case 4 Row Holds Up To 200 Jewel Cases & Up To 600 Plastic Sleeves with Handle & Wheels: Silver

Marathon Elight Series MA-ECD4Hw Sil CD Case 4 Row Holds Up To 200 Jewel Cases & Up To 600 Plastic Sleeves with Handle & Wheels: Silver Review

Marathon Elight Series MA-ECD4Hw Sil CD Case 4 Row Holds Up To 200 Jewel Cases & Up To 600 Plastic Sleeves with Handle & Wheels: Silver Feature

• Features: Sleek wheels
• Easy pull-up handle / Latch lock with key
• Can carry 600 view packs or 200 Jewel cases
• Glossy black finish
• Available in Black or Silver-Diamond

Marathon Elight Series MA-ECD4Hw Sil CD Case 4 Row Holds Up To 200 Jewel Cases & Up To 600 Plastic Sleeves with Handle & Wheels: Silver Overview

Marathon MA-ECD3HW SIL CD case 4 Row holds up to 200 jewel cases and up to 600 plastic sleeves with handle & wheels. Specifications: Exterior dimensions (closed lid ): 24.5 x 24 x 8 Inch. 4 compartments. W: 8 lbs. Equipment shown in case not included.

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Allen & Heath Xone:92 Rotary Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer With Rotary Pots

Allen & Heath Xone:92 Rotary Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer With Rotary Pots Review

Allen & Heath Xone:92 Rotary Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer With Rotary Pots Feature

• Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer
• 2 independent stereo mix outputs
• 2 aux sends for output to external FX units
• VCF system - 2 independent stereo filters with frequency and resonance controls
• 2 independent LFO's for filter manipulation

Allen & Heath Xone:92 Rotary Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer With Rotary Pots Overview

The industry-standard Xone:92 Professional 6 Channel Club/DJ Mixer defines the sound of superclubs, with features to suit all DJ styles from breakbeat to techno, trance to house. From the MIDI output capability, which allows control of any DJ production software or devices such as the Korg Kaoss Pad, to the innovative way the two independent VCF filters can be used together, this mixer is a DJ’s dream tool. For those who prefer to faders, the XONE:92R is also available, with linear VCA faders. Every mixer in the Xone series is built by Allen & Heath. At any time of the day or night, across the globe, there is an Allen & Heath mixer out there working hard, sounding great and making life a little easier for the person at the controls. Back in the early 70s, Allen & Heath hand-built consoles in a tiny factory in London for elite bands like Pink Floyd and The Who. Today, Allen & Heath customers are spread across almost every environment imaginable, including touring, theatres, churches, nightclubs, TV and radio stations, recording studios and countless other places where great sound matters.

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Numark Virtual Vinyl 5.0 Computer DJ System

Numark Virtual Vinyl 5.0 Computer DJ System Review

Numark Virtual Vinyl 5.0 Computer DJ System Feature

• Mix flawlessly with uncompromising vinyl control^New Improved timecode engine with new timecode plug-ins^Dedicated audio interface included to insure optimal performance and simple setup^Mix, scratch and interchange audio or video^New Smart Database Management - Automatically checks database integrity at launch and fixes errors by cleaning out missing and removed files
• Mix flawlessly with uncompromising vinyl control. New Improved timecode engine with new timecode plug-ins.
• Dedicated audio interface included to insure optimal performance and simple setup. Mix, scratch and interchange audio or video
• New Smart Database Management Automatically checks database integrity at launch and fixes errors by cleaning out missing.

Numark Virtual Vinyl 5.0 Computer DJ System Overview

Virtual Vinyl 5.0 is Numark’s premier DJ hardware and software solution that lets you scratch, mix and sample digital audio and video files using your computer and any analog turntable or CD player. A very reliable DJ hardware and software solution that lets you scratch, mix and sample digital audio and video files using any analog turntable, CD player or HD player. Virtual Vinyl comes complete with Numark's world-class CUE 5.0 DJ software, a custom USB audio interface, time code CDs and records, and more. Using a traditional turntable or CD player (sold separately) with the included control vinyl or CDs, Virtual Vinyl 5.0 provides in–depth features including: master tempo, seamless looping, instant pitch–matching, automatic beat–matching, BPM–aware effects, hot–cues, sampling, and more. The included CUE 5.0 software features two independent zero–latency virtual decks, seamlessly controlled by traditional vinyl that DJs have always relied upon. Numark's club tested, professional–level DJ software and a personal computer are all you need to create the ultimate mix. Monitor your mix through headphones and visually on your computer screen. Output your masterpiece to a club's sound and video system. Use CUE 5.0's built–in broadcast functionality to podcast on the web. Virtual Vinyl's CUE 5.0 software supports CD+G formats for a quick and easy Karaoke setup. You can mix, scratch, juggle, interchange and sample audio and video files without expensive, bulky hardware. CUE 5.0 includes loads of new enhancements including FreeFrame plug-in compatibility, Smart Database management, and a powerful new Global Search function. Virtual Vinyl 5.0 is compatible with music subscription services such as Yahoo! Music Unlimited, Virgin Music, Napster Music, and others. Virtual Vinyl 5.0 can be controlled by the Numark iCDX as well as other popular controllers.

Numark Virtual Vinyl 5.0 Computer DJ System Specifications

VIRTUAL VINYL is the Digital Vinyl System for DJs who love the feel of 12-inch vinyl or CD decks and the flexibility and creative possibility of mixing audio and video. This is high-performance, no-nonsense power thanks to VIRTUAL VINYL's marriage of control vinyl on your turntables of choice and CUE software. Just load tracks from your virtual crates to the software decks and cue, mix, and scratch on your turntables or CD players of choice. VIRTUAL VINYL includes everything you need to get started: two timecode vinyls, two timecode CDs, the VIRTUAL VINYL interface box, and CUE software, and all the cables you need to make it work.

VIRTUAL VINYL empowers you to mix, scratch, and interchange audio and video for traditional or multimedia performances. Click to enlarge.

VIRTUAL VINYL's interface box is all the hardware you need to connect everything. Click to enlarge.

NEW IN VIRTUAL VINYL 6 New Timecode Engine Rewritten from scratch, CUE 6's new timecode engine was designed specifically for VIRTUAL VINYL. The new version is more accurate and responsive than ever before! Music Groups When you are performing, CUE sends your playlist to your online Music Group. Friends and fans can follow what you play, vote, and leave comments. You can get together with other DJs who have similar musical style and find new tracks to check out. You can create groups and help other DJs find new music. Music Groups constantly analyzes what you are playing and can even make suggestions based on what other DJs would play next! Net Search Whenever you are looking for a song but don't have it, CUE's Net Search feature automatically searches the web for the song you're looking for. Never turn down a request because you don't have it! New Skin Engine Resize your window on the fly, worry-free. We've added three new views, Scratch Waves, and Resize Zones in this new edition. New VIdeo Enine CUE 6 expands your visual power with even more video codecs and tags supported. We've also optimized the video engine and it is 15% faster than the one in CUE 5.

Your System
You're the DJ. That means you're in control of the vibe, the energy, the heads and hips on the dance floor. So why not be in control of your rig? VIRTUAL VINYL is the perfect system for DJs who like to be in the driver's seat. You can use the VIRTUAL VINYL system with virtually any turntables or CD decks--one or two. Plus, you can use it with your choice of Mac or PC, and you can even customize the actual appearance, layout, and feel of the software to suit your needs, taste, and style. You can select Basic, Power Audio, Internal Mixer, and Full Audio and Video for the setup that's right for you. VIRTUAL VINYL's interface box is all the hardware you need to connect everything. This compact unit has two phono/line switchable RCA inputs, two passthroughs, and three pairs of outputs so you can create whatever custom configuration you need to perform your mind's masterwork. The VINRTUAL VINYL box connects to your computer with standard USB.

Complete Compatibility
VIRTUAL VINYL's CUE software has zero-latency virtual decks that you seamlessly control with either the traditional vinyl DJs have relied upon since the beginning or the CD players you know and love. You can play directly from a CD or from a variety of digital audio files including MP3, MP3Pro, MP4, M4A, WAV, AIFF, DVD, WMV, CDA, WMA, ASF, OGG, and iTunes ACC (non-DRM). On the video side of things, CUE handles DVD, VOB, DIVX, MPG (1, 2, 4), AVI, WMV, and Karaoke (CD+G) files with ease. CUE also supports VST plug-ins and is compatible with virtually any MIDI controller.

Masterful Mixing
VIRTUAL VINYL empowers you to mix, scratch, and interchange audio and video for traditional or multimedia performances. See the visual waveform of the track in CUE's Rhythm Window for flawless mix accuracy. You can pitch tracks up and down with or without Key Lock, which holds pitch while you independently adjust the BPM.

Quickly and easily create seamless loops for on the fly remixes. CUE software gives you instant BPM detection and can assist or even take over pitch matching and beat-matching. You can also integrate BPM-synced effects for creative alterations. Set hot cues and jump around instantly. Sample and trigger your favorite parts and create your own unique performance.

CUE's video and audio mixers contain multiple video transitions and effects. You can also choose from a variety of built-in effects, add VST plug-ins, and create beat-matched loops and samples for on the fly remixes.

If you're playing a karaoke gig, you'll appreciate CUE's automatic CD+G file detection allows that shows all of your karaoke files with a single click.

CUE has advanced, extensive cueing capabilities that enable you to expand your performance beyond the standard. CUE has video on-screen cueing, audio cueing in headphones, outputs to a club's video screens and audio system(s), and even the ability to broadcast video and audio on the web!

Power Search
CUE is designed around the basic rule that you can't mix what you can't find. So we made search powerful, fast, and flexible. You can easily search and locate audio and video on your system by searchable by Title, Artist, BPM, Track Length, and even by Comments--nine different tag categories in all! Files are automatically added to CUE's global search database when you add them to your system by downloading, importing, inserting, or connecting them. CUE's smart database management automatically checks your library when you launch the program and fixes any problems it finds.

Vibrant Video
CUE has extensive video performance capabilities and works with virtually all formats. You can add powerful effects and text titles. Its video clip player gives you sampler-style playback. There's also a slide show plug-in.

Pro Playback
CUE has a series of tools for managing playlists and history. Play History Management automatically records what you played and when. CUE stores playlists in your documents directory for easy management and portability. Plus, it's compatible with crates and iTunes playlists.

What's in the Box
VIRTUAL VINYL audio interface, Two control vinyls (12"/78s), Two control CDs, CUE software CD, USB cable, Four audio cables (RCA, stereo), Quick start guide

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aurora Open Source DJ Mixer\MIDI Hardware w/ Ableton Live

Video Description This is a DJing demonstration using aurora to control Ableton Live. The video is an overhead shot of the user adjusting the mixer's faders, knobs, and buttons to mix the music. The video cuts between two types of scenes. The lit scenes show a user controlling the music. The dark scenes highlight aurora's ambient lighting system. About aurora: aurora is an open source USB powered mixer in a typical DJ form factor. Using Max\MSP or PD the device can control your favorite MIDI software. aurora features 24 backlit knobs, 3 linear sliders, and 8 backlit buttons. These devices are for sale. You can find out more about the project here at www.auroramixer.com Song Credits: Gabriel & Dresden - Tracking Treasure Down Volta - Robot Needs Oil (Olivier Giacomotto Mix) Cass & Slide - Lost Life



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ROB SWIFT DJING AT GUITAR CENTER SESSIONS (FULL ROUTINE)

ROB SWIFT DJING AT GUITAR CENTER SESSIONS (FULL ROUTINE)



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How to hook up DJ Equipment From Mixer to Crossover then to your Amps How to hook up DJ speakers How to hook up a crossover Crown Xti Power amp

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Dj Guma TENMINMIX Electro House May 2009 (4th Place!!)

Wow my second entry and I'm in the top 10. Amazing. Thank you everyone for all your support and comments. Nex entry is going to be number one!! Visit www.myspace.com/djguma This is my second entry for a tenminmix competition, some electro tunes so hope you like it and remember to Practice n' Enjoy. Please comment!! Playlist: 1. Javi Mula - Come On (Original Mix) 2. Adam K. & Soha - Question (Original Mix) 3. Miles Dyson - Minimal My Ass (Miles Dyson & Flutuance Remix) 4. Wolfgang Gartner - Flashback (Original Mix) 5. Breakdown ft. Whiskey Pete & Julz - Play With It (Julz Gigi Barocco Mix) Gear: -Gemini CDJ-02 Players -Gemini PS-04 Mixer -Pioneer HDJ-1000 Headphones



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Rockit - Herbie Hancock (1983)

Herbie Hancock is a legendary jazz pianist and composer. His music embraces elements of rock and soul while adopting freer stylistic elements from jazz. As part of Miles Davis's 'second great quintet', Hancock helped redefine the role of a jazz rhythm section, and was one of the primary architects of the 'post-bop' sound. Later, he was one of the first jazz keyboardists to embrace synthesizers and funk. Yet for all his restless experimentalism, Hancock's music is often melodic and accessible, which is why he has had many songs 'crossover' and achieved success among pop audiences. One of hs most well-known works is "Rockit", from Hancock's thirty-fifth album "Future Shock" and the first of his electro-jazz era. The song was written by Hancock, bass guitarist Bill Laswell and synthesizer/drum machine programmer Michael Beinhorn. Constructed and composed during the recording process at various studios, "Rockit" was perhaps the first popular single to feature scratching and other turntablist techniques. These were performed by Grand Mixer DXT, an influential DJ in the early years of turntablism, using turntables as a musical instrument. The record Grand Mixer DXT used for scratching in "Rockit" was "Change The Beat" by Beside, released in 1982 on Celluloid Records. "Rockit" spent three weeks at the number-one spot on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play chart in 1983, and went on to become a worldwide hit for Hancock and Columbia Records. Thischannel is dedicated to all the ...



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MAGMA Universal CD Player/ Mixer Bag

MAGMA Universal CD Player/ Mixer Bag Review

MAGMA Universal CD Player/ Mixer Bag Feature

• Universal bag fits most table top CD players and 12" club mixers including Pioneer CDJ-2000 and DJM-800
• Extra thick padding of 2,5 cm and integrated hard plastic walls.
• Durable construction with new extra-robust material designed to withstand cold/wet/dirty surfaces. Stable and comfortable carrying handles and padded shoulder strap (detachable)
• One additional exterior pocket for headphones, cables, needles and other accessories.
• Sling for fixing on trolley

MAGMA Universal CD Player/ Mixer Bag Overview

This equipment bag is the latest Magma innovation, uniting the comfort of a soft bag and the stability of a hard case. This robust bag is designed particularly for the mobile user and the secure transportation of DJ equipment, for example single CD player units (front and top loader), 12” club-mixer, effects units, drum machines, etc... The inner fourfold fastening technique of the bag allows for the devices to be easily and securely fastened, so that smaller equipment can be fastened around it without problems. * Universal bag fits most table top CD players and 12" club mixers including Pioneer CDJ-2000 and DJM-800 * Extra thick padding of 2,5 cm and integrated hard plastic walls * 2 additional, loose pads for extra padding for smaller equipment * Sling for fixing on trolley * Durable construction with new extra-robust material designed to withstand cold/wet/dirty surfaces * Stable and comfortable carrying handles and padded shoulder strap (detachable) * 1 additional exterior pocket for headphones, cables, needles and other accessories * Quality zipper (water resistant) to secure the equipment inside * W/H/D: 450/390/180 mm / net weight: 2,5 kg / gross weight: 8 kg

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When to Use an Auto Beat Match Counter When DJing

When it comes to using an auto beat matching counter while you are DJ'ing there really is no right or wrong answer. Beat matching is an art form that comes along with being a DJ.

When you are first starting out as a DJ you may well want to use the auto beat counter on your turntable or the one that comes on your DJ mixer. There is nothing wrong with that especially when you are just starting out.

An auto beat counter is able calculate the beats per minute of a song. For example if you have the Numark TTX1 Direct Drive Turntable then you have access to its auto beat counter.

1. Simply place the record on the platter


2. Put the needle on the record


3. Start the platter and watch the beat counter calculate the beats per minute on the glowing LCD screen.

The TTX1's built in auto beat counter gives you a good advantage to mixing because now you are able to use your auto beat counter to find out the beats per minute of any song you want and mix songs that have the same beats per minute or close to it anyway.

Your goal is to get a sense of rhythm and timing and a beats per minute or (BPM) counter can do that.

When you are using your BPM counter keep in mind that it may not always give you the correct BPM of a record in order to beat match. You will find this out the more you use your DJ equipment.

The more you know your record and the more comfortable you are with your DJ equipment the less you will find yourself relying on you BPM counter.

The primary purpose of the BPM counter is to give you an idea of the record's speed so you can match beats so that you don't have to rely on it every time you want to match beats. Don't allow the BPM counter to become a crutch for you. Let it aide you in developing your sense of rhythm and timing.

Once you learn the art of beat matching you will be able to mix a lot faster and develop a repertoire of mixes that will pleasing to your audience.

Using your auto BPM counter is probably more helpful when you are listening to record with a more obscure beat pattern. They also work well with music that is upbeat and a little more difficult to get a sense of rhythm. In this case using your auto BPM often is suitable in my view.

But like I mentioned earlier try not let it be your crutch. The more you can rely on your senses the better off you are.

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