Footage from the 2008 Remix Hotel ATL Producer/Engineer panel which featured J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, DJ Toomp and more discussing recording with too many tracks, the concept of less being more, the importance of minimalism, and favorite studio tools.
Crate Kings favorite Disko Dave speaks with his hands to provide a some interpretive scratches and show us how a prime time commercial should be done. See more of Disko Dave.
For more discerning DJ’s, audiophiles, and others that require slightly better goods, KAB offers the SpeedStrobe battery operated turntable speed tester. Boasting a 20 mil PVC disc and quartz locked illuminator, the KAB SpeedStrobe promises 99.99% accuracy for those who absolutely need the correct speed. "Instead of hypnotic bars, the KAB SpeedStrobe features the actual … Read more
DJ Babu (DIlated Peoples) gives a quick promo for Korg’s Kontrol49 MIDI controller and demonstrates his process for constructing instrumentals. Part 2 features Babu discussing his transformation from a bedroom DJ to a world class turntablist and recording artist.
Part 2 after the jump!
Dante Ross digs in the crates while telling stories of Mary J. Blige’s disappearing acts, giving business advice to N.W.A., and other crazy tales that can only be heard from a Stimulated Dummy (SD50’s). Dante also gives his analysis of the major problems with Hip-Hop (over-accessibility and lack of progressiveness) and expresses his faith in … Read more
Jesse Maguire delivers an interview with producer Just Blaze as he discusses working with Maino, Saigon’s deal with Amalgam Digital, and new business models for artists and recording labels. Random Thought: Just Blaze, along with Questlove, is one of the more intelligent established producers in Hip-Hop.
It’s just one of those days when a little older Q-Bert is required. Grab a snack, sit back, and enjoy the live scratching madness.
If the cold metal and hard lines of the Technics 12000 just don’t seem natural, perhaps you’ll prefer Joel Scilley’s unique collection of handmade wooden turntables that are warm in both sight and sound.
The custom turntables feature Origin Live DC motor controllers, quality bearings, and Origin Live/Rega arms. No word about pricing, but let’s assume that if you have to ask, you probably can’t afford it.
See the full Audiowood turntable collection.
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Take-Two/Rockstar Games has announced a collaborative effort with producer Timbaland to release a PSP version of Beaterator. No release date has been revealed, however, a few details such as custom sounds, music mixer, and challenges have been noted. “Built from the foundation of Rockstar’s widely-acclaimed original web version of Beaterator, Beaterator for PSP system is … Read more
Video sampling at its finest! "What you are about to see is a mix of unrelated YouTube videos/clips edited together to create ThruYou. In other words – what you see is what you here." Visit ThruYou for more info.