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Futuremusic: Yamaha has launched its EMX5016CF, a 16-channel stereo powered mixer, which includes two 500-watt amplifiers. The EMX5016CF combines a mixer to balance sources, effects to add ambience to the sound and amplification to drive house speakers. Features include single-knob input compressors, feedback eliminator, automatic digital graphic EQ, Dual Effect engines and a Maximize function for the main output. The unit replaces the company’s EMX5000-20.

More info to be found at the EMX5016CF productpage.

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As Ean Golden puts it: ‘digital djing goes 007‘. The KSX is a briefcase-styled metal case for transporting and using your Serato setup. We have to admit, this little fellow looks quite sleek. Now if only Q could add some nifty features…
(pricing: about 130€, shipping costs not included)

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Tech Digest: Ministry of Sound has launched its new CD player/scratcher DJ deck – the MOSDJ135.

Retailing at just under 400 Euros, it’s really designed for mass consumption.

Nice – but not new – features include the beats-per-minute counter and numerous pitch alterations.

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Pioneer informed us about the DVJ-1000, their new top-end CD/DVD deck. Connoisseurs will spot the close resemblance with the Pioneer CDJ-1000 MK3. But the core CDJ-1000MK3 capabilities are enhanced by several features, while DVD visuals can be manipulated as you would music; so digital video scratches, loops and instant cues are all possible.

DJs can perform audio-only sets while having the option to mix DVD with a powerful range of effects on hand. The DVJ-1000 is a globetrotter too. Playing both NTSC and PAL DVDs using a built-in standards converter; ideal for performers working with DVDs from Europe and the States.

For more info, read the full article. For distributors in Europe, click here.

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Move over Charlie Watts, Phil Collins and Larry Mullen Jr. Here’s the Alesis Trigger iO!

Alesis is an old name in recording studios. It has always been known for making good effects devices for (semi-)professional musicians at low prices. This time, it brings the Trigger i0 percussion interface, ‘a tool for bridging the gap between real drum performance and computer-enabled electronic sound‘.

No pricing had been announced. For a full list of European distributors, click here.
(source: gearjunkies.com)

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Gearjunkies reports Stanton is introducing the C.314: “a tabletop CD player designed for MP3 DJs who want the ability to scratch CDs like vinyl. The C.314 is an innovation that is loaded with advanced features and functionality, yet is extremely user-friendly and affordable.”

For European distributors, see Stanton Magnetics.

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