In the day prior to the opening of the NAMM show, retailers like us often spend our time planning. With dozens of manufacturers trying to find an open slot in our day (and vice versa) it's not uncommon that the planning comes down to the wire.
Our pals over at American DJ sent a bus and temptation of In n Out Burgers from LA to Anaheim in an effort to woo us away from the organized chaos. It worked.
With a freshly revamped showroom for both Elation and American DJ we got a sweet peek into the lighting wonderland that ADJ folks check into every day. While it's surely a site to see for yourself, here a few goodies for your eyeballs.
Pioneer has recently announced its new controller for the DJ industry. It's become pretty clear that the DDJ-SX was a step in the right direction for Pioneer. With that in mind, the DDJ-SZ has become the new face of the DDJ series, and the looks of it won't disappoint.
Built with Serato DJ in mind, the DDJ-SZ is about 35% larger than the DDJ-SX, and the mixing unit of the controller represents that of the world-famous DJM-900. The platters are substantially larger, meeting the size that you'd normally find on your CDJ-900 or CDJ-2000.
Additionally, the DDJ-SZ comes complete with two soundcards, allowing the club DJs to bypass the nuisance of having to switch out computers while playing their favorite 4 minute megamix.
The price on this controller has been set to a pretty elevated mark at $2,399. Expected to be released in March of 2014, we're definitely not going to say that this isn't worth it...after all, Pioneer gear rules. Does the price tag line up with the benefits that the SZ has over the DDJ-SX? So far, we don't see why not, but we'll be getting a look at this first-hand soon enough.
Chauvet, a leader in mobile, DJ and professional lighting is always one of those booths that we flock to when the NAMM doors open. This year, it doesn't look like that's going to change. Chauvet has recently announced two spectacular items to get our mouths watering while we wait another few days to bust the doors open in Anaheim.
EZpin IRC
The new battery powered EZpin IRC will make it easier than ever for end-users to pin spot centerpieces and other focal points in any venue. Compact yet ruggedly built, the EZpin IRC has been designed to provide DJs, mobile entertainers and bands with an extremely versatile pin spotting solution. For example, the fixture’s innovative magnetic base makes it possible to affix the pin spot to most metal surfaces without using clamps.
Intimidator Wash Zoom 350 IRC
The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 350 IRC is a new moving head wash fixture that also features 20-watt quad color LEDs and IRC remote control capabilities. The Intimidator™ Wash Zoom 350 IRC also includes motorized zoom control for short or long throw applications and built-in, eye-catching auto programs with sectional control.
But surely, Chauvet is just getting us all worked up for the rest of the show that they have in store. They didn't let us down last year, and we certainly see no reason for them to let us down this year.
Planet DJ is bringing you a trifecta of Lighting, DJ & Pro Audio, and Trussing come February of 2014.
Mobile Beat Las Vegas has long been one of the premier DJ conventions in the country. With countless speakers providing unique discussions, and dozens of the best manufacturers in the world, DJ's have flocked to Las Vegas year after year for this 4-day event.
This year, Planet DJ is proud to be joining forces with ADJ, as we bring you their top lines of gear. Pack your bags and head to Vegas February 3-6, then come visit us in booth #515!
Planet DJ is one of 8 exclusive dealers across the country to offer a FREE flight case with your pre-order of the Numark NS7II.
The NS7FX was a powerhouse in the DJ Controller market, and that's exactly what's expected of the NS7II. While the NS7II is $1499 advertised price, the value of the controller is going to be one for the ages.
For a limited time, Numark is offering Planet DJ a free case for pre-ordered Numark NS7II's (while supplies last). While you might think the case is a bag or just a simple padded box, it's quite the contrary. The NS7II Case is a rough n' tough flight case, meant to handle constant travel. The case by itself, sells for $300 on PlanetDJ.com and has an MSRP of $399.
About the NS7II Four channels of mixing, real slip mats and vinyl, motorized turntables, and a full array of touch-activated knobs and filters and velocity-sensitive performance pads -- NS7II is the most responsive DJ console ever created. Nearly every inch is filled with controls that come to life, reacting to your touch and illuminating in response to your style. You get unprecedented visual feedback, ultra-tight control via high-resolution MIDI, and the most comprehensive integration with Serato DJ available. Powerful, cutting-edge technologies blend together perfectly to give you unmatched mixing capability in a rugged, all-metal design that's born to perform.
Wireless technology isn't just a fad, it's going to continue to grow and flourish. Wires will be all but a thing of the past as soon as we can get over this thing people call "power".
On its first release, the Pioneer XDJ-AERO was promoted as somewhat of a toy for the hipsters. Deep in the heart of Pioneer DJ, however, the professionals saw something more. Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to control your music straight from your smartphone or other Bluetooth device was about to revolutionize the industry. And while the XDJ-AERO didn't take off as much as Pioneer had hoped, the product is today, still a thing of beauty. The latest news on the Aero is quite the appealing one.
Planet DJ has recently announced that they'll be dropping the price on the XDJ-AERO from the expensive $1199 to a more modest $799, bringing it right in line with competitive controllers, while still holding the name Pioneer DJ. Not only is this controller sleek and sexy, it uses top of the line technology to give the mobile DJ mobile control.
If there was any time to grab one of these epic wireless DJ Controllers, now would be the time.
Pioneer has just announced the all-new DJM-750 four channel mixer. With built-in 24bit/96 kHz USB sound card and Boost Colour FX, this mixer, available in silver or black.
The DJM-750 is loaded with features to inspire creativity. The new Boost Colour FX adds a second effect to the Sound Colour FX in play, and lets DJs control the parameters of both FX with just one knob. The mixer boasts 13 Beat FX -- including the new VINYL BRAKE -- with a dedicated Level/Depth knob for tactile control of the wet/dry mix.
The DJM-750 is set to hit the streets sometime in June. Our early guesses would probably put the price of this mixer somewhere in the $1299-$1499 range.
Make sure to stay on the lookout for the Pre-Order opportunity on http://www.planetdj.com
