What DJ Equipment Guide Visitors Bought July 2009

Akai MPD24 USB/MIDI Pad Controller

Akai Professional's MPD24 is the velocity sensitive pad controller for musicians and DJs working with sampled sounds. The MPD24 features 16 MPC-style velocity and pressure sensitive pads plus transport controls for interfacing with DAW/sequencing applications. With Akai's MPC 16 Levels and Full Level features for ultimate pad control, four selectable pad banks totaling 64 pads, six assignable faders and eight assignable, 360 degree knobs for transmitting MIDI Control Change data, the MPD24 provides unprecedented creative freedom for manipulating sampled material.

Pearl Anarchy Cowbell with Mount

This black steel monster is one loud beast, with a stick-saving power flange, metal spikes, and a blood red Anarchy symbol. Includes a PPS35 mount that clamps to most stands.

Gibraltar Cowbell Woodblock Holder

Clamp attaches to almost any bass drum hoop to give you easy access to your auxiliary percussion. Woodblock prongs adjust to fit the width of various woodblock hole positions.

Pioneer CDJ-800MK2 Professional CD/MP3 Turntable

MP3 Support The MP3 audio format has taken the world by storm and now with the Pioneer CDJ-800MK2 Digital Vinyl Turntable you can play all your MP3s; CBR or VBR at any bitrate from CD-R or CD-RW.

Improved Jog Dial The CDJ-800MK2's 7-inch jog dial has been improved to a slightly stiffer feel as well as a new metallic non-slip finish for better scratch performance. The jog dial display is now brighter and has been brought closer to the surface of the jog for better viewing angles.

The center display also features 45-degree markers for added visual cueing assistance.Updated Display The main display can now show CD-Text and ID3 data for rapid track identification.

Expanded Internal Memory More memory points can now be recorded to the player's internal memory for rapid recall of your commonly used cue points.Auto Beat Loop Uses four timing buttons to instantly create perfect 1, 2, 4, or 8 beat loops.

When a loop has been produced manually with the loop in and loop out buttons, this feature allows instant 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8 beat cuts of the initial loop. Holding the loop-in button allows you to further cut the beat-down to 1/32nd!

Quick Return Enables a track to return instantly again and again to a cue point just by pressing the surface of the jog wheel."Wide" Pitch Control DJs can use the +/- 100% pitch control range to create new sound effects from opposite ends of the sound spectrum and also to BPM match completely different tracks.

New Metallic Finish New metallic buttons and pitch slider give the CDJ-800MK2 a fresh new look.

Numark TTUSB Belt-Drive Turntable with USB Audio Interface

The Numark TTUSB Belt-Drive Turntable with USB Audio Interface makes it super easy to digitize your record collection with plug-and-play compatibility with USB-equipped PCs and Macs.

It includes everything you need to get music on your computer and clean it up.

The TTUSB turntable features an adjustable anti-skating control for increased stereo balance, support for 33-1/3 and 45rpm playback speeds, ±10% adjustable pitch control, and a 1/8" stereo minijack input connector to make transferring cassette tapes easy.

Comes complete with Audacity software, a headshell with pre-mounted cartridge, and all the necessary cables to connect with your computer and stereo playback system.

Audacity lets you record at a high speed and return your music to the original playback speed; clean up the sound by removing clicks, pops, and other noise; and export to WAV and MP3.

It also includes EZ Vinyl Converter 2 (PC) and EZ Audio Converter (MAC) two of the simplest ways to record and convert vinyl directly to iTunes or your iPod. EZ Vinyl Converter 2 features Gracenote MusicID technology which analyzes your vinyl and automatically retrieves album, artist, and song information for you.

EZ Audio Converter lets you easily enter track information. On Mac or PC, you can now digitally archive your collection to CD or MP3 in just a few mouse clicks.

Behringer EuroPower EP2500 Power Amp ¹

The Behringer EuroPower EP2500 Power Amp features such high-quality components as toroidal transformers and ultrareliable Toshiba/Fairchild high-power transistors. It comes equipped with independent channel limiters and selectable low-cut filters (30 or 50Hz), an efficient cooling system, XLR and 1/4" TRS inputs, plus Speakon-compatible and binding post outputs. Capable of parallel and bridged mono operation. 2x1,200W @ 2 ohms; 2,400W @ 4 ohms bridged.

Gator GR ATA Shallow Rack Case 3 Space

Stackable shallow rack case fits equipment up to 14-1/4" deep and features nearly indestructible lightweight polyethylene construction, front & rear 19" rack rails, heavy-duty twist latches, and comfortable recesse side handles. Includes heat-treated 10/32 bolts with protective washers.

Monster Cable Studio Link 500 Interconnect TRS (M) - XLR (F) 2 Meters

Monster's Studio Link cables are constructed with multiple-gauge high- and low-frequency wire networks ensuring accurate, natural sound. Time Correct construction ensures accurate musical reproduction. Studio Link cables deliver an open soundstage, precise imaging, tight bass, and smooth highs. The ultra-flexible, durable jacket offers ease of use and prolonged life, even in the tightest situations.

Pioneer CDJ-1000MK3/DJM-800 Package with Coffin Case

This package includes a pair of Pioneer CDJ-1000MK3 CD/MP3 Players, a Pioneer DJM-800 Professional DJ Mixer, and a 12" Coffin Case with casters.

Pioneer CDJ-1000MK3 CD/MP3 Players Features the same robust build, polished look, and clear layout as previous Pioneer CDJs. But the subtle revisions add more intuitive features, make it easier to transport music, and improve track info: refinements that make cueing, looping, scratching, and stretching a track easier than ever.

With full MP3 support including VBR files, intelligent features, such as the direct folder search button, you can quickly access files within folders on the disc for intuitive, fast cueing.

A total wide tempo range (+70% to 100%) also gives greater control than other models. Instant reverse features are controlled with toggle switches and can be used immediately within any track without having to stop or start.

Along with multimedia cards, SD cards are now also compatible with the CDJ-1000MK3 CD and MP3 Player so that hot cues, hot loop points, and WAV display data can be easily stored and loaded. The removable memory cards can also be used in any CDJ-1000, so once you've stored your favorite cue and loop points they're stored for life.

The Pioneer CDJ-1000MK3s also have features that allow you to duplicate memory cards. The display of the MK3s have been improved to give more accurate display of memory points within the track.

The CDJ-1000MK3s' 7" jogdials have been improved so you can quickly and easily alter the resistance of the jog wheels to tailor them to your individual style. The jogdials also feature a new metallic nonslip finish.

The jogdial displays have also been improved with raised fluorescent displays to increase brightness and larger cue markers with 45° angle marks to make it easier for scratch DJs to time their effects.

The track display resolution has been doubled, the lighting is multicolor and fluorescent and, as well as displaying the total number of tracks and track position, the WAV data and playing address details are extended so you can see a track's entire length at a glance.

Hot cue is now partnered with a hot loop feature that stores up to 3 loops per track. These points can then be recalled by hitting either of the A, B, or C buttons. This function can also be used like a mini sampler for vocals, stabs, or breaks.

Realtime seamless loop offers a quick and simple way to set a loop while a track is playing. Once the loop is set, it can then be looped continuously or until the ReLoop/Exit button is pressed. When released, the track continues playing without any pause.

The loop can be re-trigged at any time by hitting the ReLoop button. Fine-tuning a loop is quick and easy with the ability to adjust both the in and out points of a loop stored in memory.

The CDJ-1000MK3s can be set in either Vinyl or CDJ mode making it extremely versatile for a DJ's needs. In CDJ mode, the jog dial functions just like a Pioneer CDJ player, b

Rane SL3 Interface for Serato Scratch Live

Like its popular predecessor Rane SL 1, the SL3 is a USB interface that connects one or two standard vinyl or CD turntables to your computer and the mixer of your choice.

Using regular turntables or CD players and the included Serato Scratch Live software, DJs can scratch and mix files from their Mac or Windows computer's CD or hard drive. Enhanced by studio grade preamps and 24-bit audio processing, the compact SL3 interface produces a warm punchy sound to heighten the senses.

The auxiliary outputs allow DJs and electronic musicians to intensify the mix with the Scratch Live SP-6 Sample Player. The auxiliary inputs provide a live input feed for creative sampling or recording your set. Use any combination of audio sources: control CD, control vinyl, MIDI, or regular CDs and vinyl for more flexibility than ever.

SL3 comes with 12" vinyl LP records and control CDs that each have Serato's exclusive and unique control signal which allows SL3 to track the motion of the record, simulating the same movement with digital audio.

Due to Serato's proprietary control scheme, the result is a feel and sound indistinguishable from playing vinyl. Scratch Live software The included Scratch Live 3 software supports all these file formats: Fixed and Variable Bit Rate MP3, AIFF, AAC, WAV, OGG Vorbis, CD Audio, and direct from the mixer.

Record from your mixer's Aux output and immediately scratch as if it was on vinyl. Record direct from vinyl or CD and save as a 24-bit/48kHz stereo file. With the help of the SL3 interface, Serato Scratch Live can easily import your playlists and iTunes library.

DJs can drag from Explorer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac) into the Scratch Live library. The crate and subcrate system helps organize libraries and sets. Hot-swap external drives with fast automatic library merging and retention of crates.

Browse your music collection by album, artist, BPM, or genre, with optional album art display. Intuitive search function can be applied to any field to find things quickly. Edit ID3 tags with full Unicode support. Preprocessing of MP3 files is not required except to detect corrupt files or use the auto-BPM and auto-gain functions.

Auto-BPM detects tempo information for tracks without it, saving it with each file. A tap tempo button allows you to enter your own. Auto-gain lets you set a target gain on any or all songs in your library.

You can also manually adjust individual gain, remembered in each song file. Serato Scratch Live's Virtual Deck shows everything about the speed and position of a track.

As the vinyl rotates, so does the line on the label. The circular progress bar around the edge is a visual representation of the position within the song. The time and remaining time are displayed in minutes and seconds.

The turntable speed as a percentage of pitch shift is on the left, and the pitched BPM is on the right. Different operating modes can be assigned to each Virtual Deck: Absolute Mode—exact reproducti

Monster Power PRO 2500 Rack PowerCenter

The Monster Cable MP PRO 2500 Rack Power Center gives you 10 noise-filtered outlets. Affordable, audiophile-grade Power Center that provides better sound and complete protection against electrical surges and spikes for performing musicians and recording professionals. Features Monster Clean Power Stage 2 v2.0 filtering for high-quality sound and Dual-Mode Plus protection to provide audible and visual alarm for maximum protection and performance.

Musicians Gear Laptop Computer Stand Black Adj. Height

Here's a light and portable stand that's ideal for holding your laptop, CD player or controller, EFX machine or lighting controller. Features 4 easy line-it-up height adjustments and can hold up to 8 lbs. The angled platform puts your laptop securely against the front bumpers and allows for easy viewing and working positions.

Monster Cable DJ Cable Dual RCA to 1/4 1 Meter

The gear in your rig only sounds as good as the cables that connect it all. Monster Prolink DJ Cable features high-quality, ultra-durable construction to give you improved sonic performance. An ultra-flexible design enables easy routing behind turntables, and heavy-duty reinforced terminations can take abuse without giving out.100% foil shielding rejects electromagnetic and radio frequency interference, while special copper winding provides improved sonic clarity and tighter bass. Dual-mode strain relief increases durability and resists damage and the color-coded rings provide easy identification when you're plugging in multiple cables. 24k gold-plated contacts and 2-conductor, twisted-pair construction deliver the ultimate music reproduction, maximum signal transfer, and powerful noise reduction.

OmniSistem DigiStand DJ Laptop Stand Black

The OmniSistem DigiStand is made of heavy-duty steel and is designed to hold a laptop stand for mobile DJs. DigiStand laptop stand's width is adjustable to accommodate large laptops. Also features a second, 3-position adjustable shelf.

Behringer VMX1000 Pro DJ Mixer

The Behringer VMX1000 Pro DJ Mixer gives you super-smooth Ultraglide faders and a VCA-controlled crossfader for reliability and smooth audio performance.

Behringer's awesome XPQ stereo surround effect will give your mix an unmistakable finishing touch, and the adjustable crossfader curve lets it quickly adapt to various mixing styles.

3-band kill EQ (-32dB) with EQ on/off on stereo channels. Gain control and precise level meters on each channel. BPM counter keeps you in sync. There is also a split option and auto-talkover with separate depth and sensitivity control.

The subwoofer output with adjustable crossover frequency and level control is perfect for putting some extra punch to your dance numbers. Extensive I/O includes balanced mains, mic, phone, line, aux, tape, and subwoofer connections.