The iKEY HDR7 Portable Digital Recorder is available!

The iKEY HDR7 Portable Digital Recorder is available!

“All handheld recorders are not created equal!”

Meet the new iKEY HDR7 portable recorder, declaring its independence with certain unalienable differences from other recorders in its class! Start with the basics: WAV and MP3 recording up to 24-bit/ 96kHz, on-board X/Y mics, SD/HC card slot up to 32GB, Compressor/Limiter, Input/Output jacks… and more!

Then, the HDR7 goes on to offer you even greater freedoms:

FULL COLOR jumbo LCD screen, Records direct to your USB Thumb Drive, Records AIFF and AAC files, CONVERT files to other formats – right on board!, AUTO-RECORD and AUTO-TRACK Mark function, Built-in GUITAR/CHROMATIC TUNER, MARK or FILE TIMER mode with adjustable times … and more!

Also, a generous list of ACCESSORIES are included, notably a 1GB SD card so you can record right away! All specifications and enclosures are listed below. So, be absolved from your allegiance to under-featured and over-priced recorders, and check out the iKEY HDR7 today!

iKEY HDR7

FEATURES

- Record WAV files up to 24-bit/ 96 kHz, or MP3s at three different rates up to 320 kbps

- 1/8″ line input with 3-level INPUT GAIN switch (-20, 0, or +1- dB)

- 1/4″ Headphone/Line Out

- Jog Wheel control for File Search and Record Level

- Easy-to-navigate FULL COLOR LCD screen with Digital VU Meter

- Built in X-Y microphones

- Records direct to an SD (4GB max, 1GB card included) or SDHC card (32GB max)

- Records direct to USB key drive (not included)

- Input gain switch with 3 levels:- 20, 0, and +10 db

- Mic Sensitivity switch for on-board mics (High/Low)

- Dynamic tools for recording: Compressor, Limiter, and

AGC (Auto Gain Control)

- Phantom Power for 3V external mics

- Auto-Track, Auto-Record, Mark and File Timer functions

- NOISE GATE function

- File download to PC via included USB cable

- Date and Time settings to document files

- ACCESSORIES included: tripod stand, AC adaptor, cloth carry bag, windscreen, (4) AA batteries, USB cable, SD card (1GB).

- Weight: 0.55 lbs

- Size: 6.2″ h x 2.9″ w x 1.5″ d

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The Touchscreen DJ?

APPLE’S IPAD MAY SIGNIFY A NEW ERA IN DIGITAL MOBILE DJING

By Frederik Seiffert

On any given night, a club is packed to the brim with revelers dancing to the beats of a modern-day mixmaster, scratching on a set of classic 12” vinyl and making music move in ways never thought possible. Like Bonnie and Clyde, a DJ and his vinyl seem like the ultimate pair, a duo that is nothing without the other. However, products like the Apple iPad (and its inevitable imitators) continue to make it possible for alternative means of production to enter the fray.

The new iPad tablet computer will further change the way DJs produce music, thanks to greater mobility and the numerous features that make Apple’s latest product so revolutionary. With it, however, also come new challenges for integrating additional components that are critical for the professional DJ to have in his arsenal.

BREAKING IT DOWN

The most impressive features of the iPad for the mobile DJ are its versatility and portability, which make it possible for DJs to use a single device for multiple scenarios and move freely, unbound from the DJ booth. While it’s been casually referred to as an iPhone on steroids, that description is not too far from reality. With a weight of only 1.5 pounds it can easily be transported to and from events, and no longer does a DJ have to stay chained to a booth all night to keep the beats flowing. As a wi-fi enabled device, DJs could even use it to download new tracks to fulfill song requests.

One of the best features of the iPhone and iPod Touch that has been exploited on the larger iPad device is the touch screen. Apple has done its homework to make the 9.7- inch multi-touch-enabled screen very user-friendly, and for DJ applications, this means crisp graphics and controls that make it possible to move while mixing. And since the touch screen eliminates the need for an intermediate input device like a mouse, direct manipulation of the user interface is a breeze. The iPad also makes greater customization possible, as developers have the flexibility to create adaptable user interfaces, where, unlike a physical controller, layout of the controls can be tailored to the needs of the DJ.

Portability and connectivity are two conveniences most DJs would say they could use more of, given that their gear is often cumbersome to transport, and having an internet feed to pull in new media as their audience demands can keep the party moving without a hitch. The iPad possesses these and many other capabilities, and will likely become an increasingly popular tool for DJs to use.

IPAD CAVEATS

Though the iPad does have more than its share of positive features for the DJ, it has limitations as well. Given that the device is in its infancy, future versions or upgrades will likely need to address some of these issues for seasoned DJs looking to migrate to the iPad.

First, the iPad (like the iPhone) doesn’t allow file-level access to the iTunes library for third-party apps, which means that users can’t mix their existing songs out of the box. Some existing apps try to work around that limitation by allowing users to transfer songs onto the iPad using web interfaces—one song at a time. Also, though certainly not slow for everyday use, the iPad’s CPU doesn’t always feel up to the task of advanced audio processing, such as time-stretching or complex chains of audio effects.

The construction of the iPad is refreshingly simple, but it also misses out on some important details for DJs. With just one stereo output and no support for external audio interfaces, fairly standard DJ exercises suddenly become complicated. For example, without a straight-forward way to pre-cue through headphones, it becomes necessary to use a stereo-to-mono channel splitter adapter cable. And though not absolutely critical, DJs accustomed to using physical controllers may find it hard to ignore the lack of tactile feedback.

GOING MORE AND MORE MOBILE

The iPad is nothing short of a revolution, and its impact will be felt for quite some time. While the standard tools of the DJ trade won’t be easy to leave behind, the iPad offers a big helping of food for thought about what form they could take in the years to come.

Over the past several years, the DJ industry has become increasingly mobile, thanks in large part to the availability of digital music. It has become possible to travel with your entire music collection locked up in a notebook computer. Though traditionalists may feel that it occupies a lower tier of music production and manipulation, the popularity of the iPad points to an ongoing movement of affordable PC and Mac-based applications making it easier to create music and interact with your audience.

Frederik Seiffert is head of product development at algoriddim, a Germany-based software company that specializes in developing Mac audio and multimedia applications for the next generation. Since its inception, algoriddim has pursued sophisticated, yet intuitive and user-friendly software applications. Learn more by visiting www.djay-software.com.

Industry-leading DJ accessories company announces case for Hercules DJ systems

Odyssey Innovative Designs Releases

New Protective Cases for Hercules RMX and Steel Controllers

Industry-leading DJ accessories company announces case for Hercules DJ systems

Azusa, CA – June 24, 2010 – Odyssey Innovative Designs (Odyssey) is pleased to announce the release of the FZGSRMXBL ATA Flight Case designed specifically for the Hercules RMX and Steel controllers.

The Odyssey FZGSRMXBL Glide StyleTM Black Label SeriesTM ATA flight case is a rugged protective solution for the Hercules RMX and Steel controller. It features Odyssey’s revolutionary patented Glide StyleTM laptop/gear platform in a black anodized and powder coated finish. The flight case is thoroughly foamed-lined throughout the entire interior, insuring a safe and secure fit for the Hercules RMX or Steel controller, as well as capable of accommodating various other models. It features heavy-duty hardware, room for a hard drive and cables, and its compact design adds versatility and portability. The Odyssey FZGSRMXBL also accommodates the Numark Total Control, Omni Control, Stealth Control and NuVJ.

Features

· Glide StyleTM laptop/gear platform

· Black Anodized and Powder Coated Hardware

· Heavy-Duty Ball Corners

· Rear Cable Port

· Recessed Handle and Latches

· Storage / Ventilation Pit

· Controller Compartment (13.75″W x 2.25″H x 9″D)

· Limited Lifetime Warranty

Dimensions: 20.5″W x 8.25″H x 16.25″D

Weight: 29 lbs

Shipping Dimensions: 21″W x 9.25″H x 17″D

Shipping Weight: 35 lbs

FZGSRMXBL

MSRP: $299.99

ABOUT ODYSSEY

Odyssey Innovative Designs (www.odysseycases.com) is an industry-leading design and manufacturer of professional mobile accessory solutions for the DJ, musical instruments, and pro audio markets. Founded in 1995, Odyssey has brought to market hundreds of unique solutions and continues to lead the industry with innovative patents. With numerous technology and design awards, Odyssey has established a worldwide reputation for innovation, quality and design. The Odyssey group of companies includes Show Solutions (www.showsolutions.com) and BC Cases (www.bccases.com).

Video Virtuoso! Add Professional-Looking Videos To Your Show Easily With ArKaos Grand VJ Video Mixing Software From American DJ

Video Virtuoso!

Add Professional-Looking Videos To Your Show Easily With

ArKaos Grand VJ Video Mixing Software From American DJ

LOS ANGELES – Video is becoming an increasingly important part of any DJ or band’s performance. In this YouTube era, audiences expect to be entertained with their eyes as well as ears — which is why a growing number of mobile entertainers have “gone audiovisual” and added video backdrops to their shows.

Now American DJ is making it easy for any DJ or musician to create exciting, professional-looking videos at their gigs. The company has introduced Grand VJ Software from ArKaos, a real-time video-mixing software that allows you to compose up to 8 layers of video on the fly, in much the same way you would mix music.

Powerful but easy to use, Grand VJ Software lets you take any video from your hard drive, add effects to it and start making your own video show. The software’s video mixing engine allows seamless mixing of SD and HD video with sound and a vast library of effects and generators. You can manipulate, trigger and mix video with music, animated text strings or live cameras in a very similar fashion to mixing music on the fly.

“The beauty of Grand VJ Software is that it builds on the music-mixing techniques that many DJs and mobile entertainers are already familiar with. It lets you use similar mixing and layering techniques to create a live multi-layer video show,” said Scott Davies, General Manager of the American DJ Group of Companies. “With Grand VJ, you can create a spectacular audiovisual show even if you’ve had no previous experience producing videos. It’s the perfect solution for DJs and entertainers who want to become part of this growing trend,”

Like many pro DJ audio mixers, Grand VJ has been designed for performers who like to do real-time mixing on the fly. The software includes an A/B crossfading mode with independent preview that makes it incredibly flexible to perform live.

Grand VJ is also very flexible when it comes to hardware and software compatibility. It runs on both PC and Mac and accepts all common image formats, including Quicktime, Mpeg2, Mpeg4, Mkv, Vob, WMV and Flash text animations. It offers multi-screen and multiple camera support, and produces high-resolution output – for an exciting, vibrant visual show.

Video novices will especially love Grand VJ’s easy-to-use intuitive interface, which lets you turn your computer keyboard into a super controller for zipping through the functions. Grand VJ’s user-friendly Learn Mode allows you to easily set up any MIDI controller. Plus, with support for the network-based OSC protocol, you can even control Grand VJ with an iPhone, for the ultimate in freedom and mobility.

Each Grand VJ package includes one Grand VJ Software CD and one Video Content DVD. The MSRP is $599.95

System requirements are as follows:

PC

• OS: Windows™ XP, Vista or 7.

• Processor: Pentium™ IV 2.66Ghz / Core Duo 1.83Ghz recommended.

• RAM: 1GB, 2GB recommended.

• Media Component: QuickTime™ 7.x (and up), Adobe FlashPlayer™ 9.0

(and up), DirectX™ 9.0c (and up).

MAC

• OS: Mac OS X 10.5 (and up).

• Processor: Any Intel Mac, Core Duo 1.83Ghz (and up).

• RAM: 1GB, 2GB recommended.

• Media Component: QuickTime™ 7.x (and up), Adobe FlashPlayer™ 9.0 (and up).

PLATFORM INDEPENDENT

• Graphics processor: 3D accelerated graphics card required: nVidia

GeForceFX 5200 (and up), Ati Radeaon 9200 (and up), Intel GMA 950 (and

up)

• Free Space: 80MB – 1.5GB depending on the installer options.

For more information, contact American DJ at 1-800-322-6337 or visit the website at

http://www.americandj.com/

PCDJ releases great new updates!

Clearwater, Florida, 6/8/10. Digital 1 DJ (http://www.pcdj.com) announced the release of updates for two of their most popular DJ software titles, PCDJ DEX and PCDJ RED Mobile, and a new and improved version of PCDJ KARAOKI; a Karaoke show hosting application that works with their DJ programs or on its own. PCDJ’s world renowned suite of professional performance products have been used by thousands of Beginner DJ’s, Mobile DJ’s, and Club jocks globally since 1999.

“We pride ourselves on keeping our ear to the ground,” says Ryan Sherr, Digital 1 DJ’s General Manager. “We take all feedback in stride, and many of the new features, enhancements, and performance upgrades are a direct reflection of user input. For example, we just introduced a beat grid and snap-to-beat BPM matching in RED Mobile and DEX in the new updates, which was one of the most requested features on our message forum wish list. We have also written native support for many of the new DJ controllers on the market, giving our users more tools to pick from. We use our community for direction in many cases, because after all, they’re the performers using the product in the field on a daily basis – they know exactly what they want and need out of their software. So generally if it works for them and makes sense conceptually, it makes sense for PCDJ”

A few of the new features included in the PCDJ RED Mobile and PCDJ DEX update are as follows: New and much improved Master Tempo algorithm, the snap-to-beat bpm matching (to perform with a mouse, right click on the Sync button when playing two tracks), MP4 Lossless file support, support for Promo Only (www.promoonly.com) DFF files, new faster library and search, DJ controller support upgrades, and much more.

PCDJ’s updated list of natively supported DJ Controllers:

Allen & Heath Xone:2D

American Audio DP2

Behringer BCD-2000 and Behringer BCD-3000

Denon DN-HC4500,Denon DN-S1200 and Denon DN-HS5500

DJ-Tech i-Mix, i-Mix Reload and Kontrol One

EKS XP10 and EKS XP5

EKS Otus

Hercules DJ Console Mk2 and MP3

Hercules DJ Console Mk4

Hercules DJ Control MP3 e2

Numark Total Control

PCDJ DAC-3

PCDJ DAC-2

Reloop Digital Jockey 2

Stanton SCS.3d DaScratch

Vestax VCI-100 and Vestax VCM-100

PCDJ KARAOKI now boasts the following new additions: Faster and more robust library and search (20X faster), karaoke video playback support, karaoke auto-play, more naming conventions supported, upgraded sound engine, player session history, and much more.

OOVJ – Now Shipping

PRESS RELEASE 26/05/10

OOVJ – Now Shipping.

It has taken two years of research and development, talking to DJs and analysing their needs, as well as building on our established and highly respected OODJ design. Eagerly anticipated by the most respected UK and international DJ/VJs alike, the wait is finally over…the new OOVJ is now shipping.

Jonpaul Wright, Managing Director, Computer DJ Ltd said: “We are proud to announce that the ultimate hardware for music professionals has at long last arrived and we are now shipping. The feedback we have already received has been phenomenal, with compliments on our attention to detail, superb high quality interior components, and sleek, stylish exterior design.”

James Slater, Starlight Discos – consumer of the OOVJ said: ‘’ The new machine is fantastic, thanks for all your help and tremendous service. You guys in Hull are unique in that a customer can speak to a manufacturer direct, who is always on hand for support and advice. Love the new keyboard, and the touch screen is so responsive it makes dragging and dropping a piece of cake. Thanks again guys!’’

As the successor to the famous OODJ, which has been an industry favourite for over five years; OOVJ offers the OODJ and a whole lot more. Its technological ability will leave you ‘jaw dropped’, your pulse racing and your adrenaline pumped. Showcasing audio, karaoke and video through a rugged but sleek anodised aluminium chassis that cradles professional grade audio and video components, the storage of a colossal modern high speed drive, a generous 17” high resolution touch screen, liquid proof keyboard, built in mouse controller, Wi-Fi and slot loading DVDRW drive, the system is simply awe inspiring.

Dave Drew, Triple D Entertainment upgraded from the OODJ said: “The OOVJ manages the software perfectly, ripping tracks is easy with built in CD/DVD player and downloading is just as easy with the onboard Wi-Fi. The illuminated keyboard makes life easier and coupled with the built in joystick, the OOVJ is I believe the best mobile machine on the market!”

Keep an eye out for the launch of a new website- live mid June – www.oovj.co.uk

OOVJ – instant performance, infinite possibilities.

Got Video? Footage Firm has you covered!

Earlier this year I recieved an email from Footage Firm due to my affiliation with another industry, and immediately saw the possibilities of using their content as ambient footage for our video DJ shows and in some other work I do for my church. I proceeded to order some of their basic stock footage DVD’s an an average of under $10 each to find this was fantasticmaterial. The under $10 cost is actually done as shipping and handling, but think of it this way, you are getting some fantastic material for $10 per DVD data disc.

About a month or two ago they approached Mobile Beat about selling these discs to DJs and I was thrilled for connection because it was not only an advertiser but someone who had a product that I was already familiar with. After my very positive experience with them a couple months earlier I jumped at the opportunity to work with them.

Footage Firm is getting you a disc with a ton of full video clips that you can use freely and legally in your own projects, be them Video DJing, production work or whatever. Each disc usually 15 or more and at different resolutions. The Time Lapse series I just received from Footage Firm has 15 HD and SD clips on it for under $10 a DVD. At Mobile Beat, we regularly use IStockPhoto.Com for our stock photos for the magazine and regularly pay that much for just a picture in reasonable resolution. This is a fantastic deal on the discs. While I wouldn’t value them at the $149 to $249 list price, I have seen material this good easily sell for $75-$100 for each disc.

The discs are sent out quickly to you and in the case of the Time Lapse footage that I am currently reviewing contain the clips in standard def, high def organized in folders, still frames from them, the license showing your rights to use them, a converter utility if you need it (which I didn’t) and a shot list so that you can keep it handy (I printed them out to keep so I can reference what is where on these discs.

Currently they have offers going on Production Music Collections, the Time Lapse Library mentioned above, HD Backgrounds (2 sets), SD (Standard Definition) Backgrounds, Sound Effects and some specialty sets such as of Winter and Snow, Holiday, Las Vegas and New York City. You can check out all the “Free” footage libraries available at http://www.footagefirm.com/free-footage and get the libraries disc by disc at $8.41 shipping and handling each. Plus if you are wanting some other specific footage you can check out their regular libraries that sell for the normal prices I would expect for such material. At this cost I would recommend ordering up one of the sets (or at least a couple of the discs from one of the sets) that seems best for your purposes and seeing what you can do with it. Check out http://www.footagefirm.com/free-footage and make sure to tell them you heard about it in Mobile Beat Magazine!

Hercules and it’s DJ Console MK4 Join The Tour!

“We’re very excited to take the new DJ Console MK4 on the road with Mobile Beat 2010 Summer Tour” – says Winn Keaton – US Marketing Manager

Hercules provides new details about its DJ Console Mk4, at Musikmesse 2010 and you will see if at the Mobile Beat DJ Tour this summer!

The most portable 2-deck DJ controller available with built-in audio

Musikmesse, Frankfurt, Germany, March 25th, 2010 – In mid-January at the 2010 NAMM show, Hercules offered a sneak preview of its latest DJ controller. Today, at the Musikmesse European trade fair in Frankfurt, the manufacturer is pleased to announce the release date and retail price of its new Hercules DJ Console Mk4.

Mark this down on your calendar! - This 2-deck portable DJ controller, featuring built-in audio, will be available in June 2010, at a suggested retail price of $199.99.

With the DJ Console Mk4, DJs can:

integrate analog audio into their digital mix, switch between mixing on their computer and mixing with standard DJ decks (CD or vinyl): using DJ Console Mk4 and the included VirtualDJ® software, DJs can manipulate external audio sources just as they would with an analog mixing setup (the cross fader, volume faders and EQ knobs control mixing between the two external decks).

Overview of Hercules DJ Console Mk4 features: 2-deck mixer: mix digital audio files on PC and Mac®.  The console features a compact design, powered by the USB port, and has been created for mobile DJing. Includes a built-in, high-performance audio interface:

2 stereo outputs to play the mix on active speakers, a PA system, a hi-fi system or a mixer.
2 stereo inputs (with 4 levels: Phono / standard line level / professional line level / boosted line level) to connect any external audio sources: MP3 players, CD mixing decks, vinyl turntables and more.
Headphone output (for previewing tracks).
Microphone input (with talk-over function).
Well-spaced controls for precise mixing: 2 jog wheels, one cross fader, 2 volume faders, 2 pitch encoder knobs, 6 EQ knobs and 36 buttons.
Intuitive to use: includes functions for synchronizing tracks, automatic loops, adding multiple effects, and recording mixes.
Includes the VirtualDJ® DJC Edition mixing software.

Comes with a protective cover, a shoulder strap for easy transportation, and a sub-skin featuring a printed graphic (which can be placed underneath the rigid transparent skin installed on its top panel, to customize the console with an eye-catching design).

Minimum system requirements:
PC: 1.5GHz processor or higher, 1GB of RAM, Windows® 7 / XP / Vista (32/64-bit), USB port, stereo speakers and/or headphones.
Mac®: 1.5GHz processor or higher, 1GB of RAM, Mac OS® 10.4 / 10.5 / 10.6, USB port, stereo speakers and/or headphones.

Check out the entire Hercules DJing range, for professional through to beginner DJs, at www.hercules.com and www.HERCULESDJMIXROOM.com.

Korg Mp-10 Professional Media Player

KORG UNVEILS MP-10 PRO PROFESSIONAL MEDIA PLAYER
- All-in-one MIDI instrument and dual-song player for the mobile entertainer -
MUSIKMESSE, FRANKFURT, GERMANY, March 24, 2010 – Korg has introduced the MP-10 Pro Professional Media Player – the perfect musical companion for mobile entertainers, solo keyboardists, singers and amateur musicians. This revolutionary, all-in-one product brings together a reliable and comfortable performance interface with total control over the most essential forms of media required by the modern performer.

As a media player, the MP-10 Pro features two independent media song players; each is able to play both MP3 and MIDI files* directly from the massive 120 GB internal hard drive. The motorized 60 mm crossfader allows creative DJ-style mixing. Songs can be saved into multiple playlists, and the database can be sorted using any criteria. Playlists can be easily imported, or even created “on the fly.” The Browser gives an immediate view of everything available in the selected genre. Using the Find function, the MP-10 Pro will carefully search the entire database for the user’s favorite song. Once found, the song can be immediately sent to either of the two players.
* .mid, .mid+G, .kar, .xf, .mp3 + lyrics, .mp3+G

As a MIDI instrument, the MP-10 Pro can play MIDI files from the song players. The internal sound engine uses the same EDS (Enhanced Definition Synthesis) found in the Korg Pa500 arranger keyboard and can also be played from an external MIDI device. The front panel offers four assignable performance pads for triggering sound effects and musical phrases. Numerous on-board effects are available for the internal players and MIDI engine. For the entertainer, singer or master of ceremonies, the MP-10 Pro is equipped with a TC Helicon vocal processor offering compression, EQ and delay. A pitch shifter for changing keys, a time stretch function for changing the tempo and an advanced vocal remover allow MP3 files to be customized to suit the entertainer’s style.

The MP-10 Pro features Korg’s huge color TouchView^TM display, offering extreme ease of use. A comprehensive set of connections provides the MP-10 Pro with maximum versatility. In addition to MIDI and USB connections, there are connections for a PC keyboard that make naming and cataloging songs very efficient. Two microphone inputs (one XLR and one ¼”) assure compatibility with nearly any mic. The video outputs (S-Video and Composite) allow karaoke style lyrics, chord changes or even full scores to be displayed on an external video monitor. A headphone-based cue system is provided as well.

The MP-10 Pro will be available July 2010 with pricing TBA.

djay Spin Application for Iphone

algoriddim Introduces the djay Remote App for iPhone and iPod touch: the Power to Mix iTunes on the Move Is Now in Your Hands

Enables iTunes Users to Literally Touch, Mix and Spin Their Music Remotely

MUSIKMESSE 2010 (Booth # 5.1 A48), Frankfurt, Germany – March 23, 2010: algoriddim (http://www.algoriddim.net), a leader in next-generation music software for the Mac, today announced the release of djay Remote, an app that turns a user’s iPhone or iPod touch into a fully-fledged DJ controller. Wirelessly syncing with algoriddim’s djay software on the Mac, djay Remote enables users to mix and play their iTunes music, whether they’re mingling with guests or mixing it up on the dance floor.

Already recognized as the most powerful and user-friendly software for mixing an iTunes collection, djay’s unique features can now be controlled from the palm of the user’s hand via a WiFi connection and an absolutely addictive iPhone interface that lets one literally touch and move their music. djay Remote completely changes the dynamic for DJs at any level – from the party host who can now socialize and mix from her iTunes library at the same time, to the club pro that wants to move from the front of the house and into the audience without missing a beat.

Using ultra-low latency networking technology, djay Remote seamlessly integrates with djay over WiFi and is synchronous 2-ways, so that any changes made on djay are automatically updated live on djay Remote, and vice versa. The remarkably realistic control that sets djay apart from similar software is carried over to djay Remote, including the ability to run Automix on a selection of songs, work two turntables individually, scratch and cue music in real-time and control high quality effects, looping, skipping and cue points – all from the iPhone and iPod Touch’s unique and popular touch screen. The tactile interface of the touch screen perfectly dovetails with the hands-on capabilities of djay Remote to enable users to recreate the feel of a real turntable DJ setup and take their creativity on-the-go.

“After the great success of the recently launched Vestax Spin, the dedicated hardware controller for djay, we wanted to take another huge step forward in making DJing accessible to every iTunes user. The djay Remote is most definitely a leap ahead and is capable of bringing the joy of mixing to the masses,” said Karim Morsy, CEO of algoriddim. “djay’s enhanced Automix feature already lets users walk away from their Macs and still have their music mixed automatically, but now they can be just as creative and hands-on even while moving around the room. djay Remote has all of the features needed to rock the party, with a breakthrough interface that expands the arsenal of the creative performer.”

djay Remote’s unique features include:

· Seamless integration with djay via WiFi (two-way-synchronous)
· Ultra-low latency
· Full access to the user’s entire iTunes library on the Mac
· Automix function, for superior, convenient control
· Multi-Touch enabled mixing in real-time
· Individual control of dual turntables for scratching, cueing, skipping, and other effects
· EQ and volume controls
· An intuitive user interface that mimics djay’s acclaimed design and ease of use, including a timeline with time/artist display, turntables with cover artwork, and rotating vinyl

djay Remote is available for $4.99 from the Apple app store at http://itunes.apple.com/app/djay-remote/id355721990. djay 3 for Mac (version 3.1 or later), which is available as a free trial from the djay web site, is required to run djay Remote. For more information on djay or djay Remote, please visit www.djay-software.com.

About djay
Created exclusively for the Mac, djay seamlessly integrates with your iTunes library and makes it easy to mix your favorite music. Perform live, create and record mixes at home, or let djay mix any playlist automatically with seamless, professional transitions. Unprecedented ease-of-use, combined with powerful and innovative features like Drag & Drop mixing, Automatic Tempo & Beat Detection and Multi-Touch Trackpad Scratching, make djay the perfect tool for beginners and seasoned pros alike. djay supports all major audio formats, including MP3, AAC, WAV, AIFF, Audio-CD and DRM-protected songs from the iTunes Music Store.

About algoriddim
algoriddim is a Germany-based software company that specializes in next-generation Mac audio and multimedia applications. Its mission is to develop software that is accessible to the average consumer while offering the quality and power of professional tools. algoriddim consistently seeks out innovative methods for accommodating the needs of its customers. Its flagship music software, djay, is now serving a broad international audience of music lovers, professional DJs and world-class musicians. djay also exclusively powers the popular Vestax Spin controller currently available through Apple Stores. To learn more about algoriddim, please visit www.algoriddim.net, www.facebook.com/djaysoftware and www.twitter.com/djaysoftware.

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