New York (April 30, 2012) – DVJ Vision, a pioneer in the field of visual content for Clubs and DJs, has announced, that all of its clips are now available for digital download. Since it’s inception in 2006, DVJ Vision has become the dominant force in offering DJ- and club-friendly visuals on DVD. “We are excited to be offering our content now as downloads, as it brings convenience to all of our customers who are laptop-based performers, plus it allows us, for the first time, to offer our content in HD” says Lars Schlichting, President of DVJ Vision.

The clips are offered as MP4’s (640×360 and 640×480 pixels) optimized for software such as Serato Video and Virtual DJ (with keyframes every 20 frames), and Quicktime HD files (1280×720 pixels), which are ideal for those looking to import the clips into video editing software. All clips are available in NTSC (29.97fps) and PAL (25fps). All future content will be created in 1080p and offered in several quality levels.

DVJ Vision is a visuals label and distributor, specializing in the release of beat-synced visuals that can be used in a variety of entertainment venues. Based in Brooklyn-NY, the company creates custom video content for clients such as DJ Mag, Ultra Records and Black Hole Recordings. DVJ Vision also comprises of a consultancy and a rental division for DJ and VJ equipment with locations in New York, Miami and Southern California.

Website: http://www.dvjvision.com

Download section: https://dvjvision.com/downloads/

QuickRake is the easiest way to collect song requests for your events.

How Did QuickRake Start?

This idea originated when I recently had the opportunity to DJ a corporate holiday party this past December. The event coordinator told me that all the employees wanted to request songs for the holiday party. In a couple of days I developed the first prototype of QuickRake which allowed all employees to log in and submit their song requests. Within 2 days I received over 65 song requests and for me as a DJ knew what type of music they wanted hear at their corporate party.

At the time, my co-founder and I were talking about possible ideas to build a startup around. He mentioned that we should try making QuickRake a real product and bring it to market because the prototype showed signs of promise.

What Can QuickRake do?

QuickRake gives you the ability to create an event page to collect song requests. Share your event pages with your clients and guests to know your audience and provide them with a better experience.

You can also include your business information on each event page so that your clients and guests can easily get in touch with you. This is a great way for you to market your business because they are shared among respective guests.

When using QuickRake you have a way to manage your past and future events (i.e. editing song requests, printing a song list, changing the name or date of the event, etc).

Check out QuickRake at http://www.quickrake.com. – Free Trial Accounts

Mobile performers are always looking for ways to spice up their rigs. One way to do that is by adding a fog or haze machine to your setup. The type of machine you choose will depend on the type of effect you’re going for. Both will drastically enhance your light show, however, each performs differently. Read on, conduct your own research and decide which machine is best for you.

Fog Machines
Fog machines produce a thick, white plume of smoke and are not designed to run continuously. They emit bursts of fog and then usually have to stop to reheat. While fog machines enhance lighting and make beams visible, they are primarily chosen because of the dense, opaque effect produced. This effect usually dissipates within several minutes.

Haze Machines
Haze machines produce a thin mist that is visible yet subtle. They are designed to run continuously and are usually always ready go. These machines are mainly chosen to enhance lighting effects because the effect hangs in the atmosphere for an extended amount of time.

Things to Know:

Smoke Detectors
Some venues don’t allow fog or haze machines because they will set off smoke detectors. It is a big myth that haze machines do not set off smoke detectors — they will. A haze machine produces a thinner output than a fog machine, so it just takes longer to trigger. Click here for tips to get foggers or hazers at your event.

Fluid
Always use the fluid recommended by the machine’s manufacturer. Using various types of fluid can damage or clog your machine. If your machine does clog, click here for cleaning tips.

Hot Stuff
Don’t touch the hot machine or put your hand in front of the nozzle as it’s producing the effect — both are extremely hot. Make sure the brackets are tightened and then pick up the machine by the handle.

A new book from Mixed In Key offers performance, gear, and business advice for DJs; and includes exclusive interviews with Markus Schulz, Sasha, DJ Prince, DJ Enferno, and more.

MIAMI BEACH, May 8, 2012—The creative minds behind Mixed In Key software are proud to announce the release of Beyond Beatmatching: Take Your DJ Career to the Next Level, a book that gets deep into the craft and business of professional DJing. Authors Yakov Vorobyev and Eric Coomes have more than 20 years combined experience in the professional DJ business. Vorobyev is also president of Mixed In Key, makers of the industry-standard harmonic-mixing software for DJs.

“In this book we cover many advanced DJ techniques,” Vorobyev says. “We want to teach DJs something new, useful and exciting, regardless of their skill level. Most of all, we want to help them become incredible DJs.”

Beyond Beatmatching talks about:

• Harmonic mixing: Learn basic and advanced techniques in this vital DJ skill.

• Putting together your set: Discover how to mix a perfect DJ set.

• Understanding the nightlife industry: Learn what goes on behind the scenes at a nightclub.

• Getting gigs as a DJ: Get booked at clubs and festivals.

• Building your brand: Increase your popularity on the club scene.

• How to build the perfect DJ laptop: How to optimize a laptop for digital DJing, no matter your budget.

• Assembling your team: Set goals for the future, and find the right people to help you get there.

Other topics covered include how to create mashups; how to develop a unique sound; how to adjust your set to fit the venue and audience; and how to use social media to reach more people, curate your brand, and expand your fan base.

The book also contains in-depth interviews with key DJs, managers, innovators and executives, including Markus Schulz, Sasha, A-list manager Ash Pournouri, talent booker Biz Martinez, and marketing guru Karl Detken.

“We decided to give back what we’ve learned through experience,” Vorobyev adds. “There are many books about how to beatmatch, but what happens after you already know how to DJ? We hope to share advice that will help you get to the next level.”

Beyond Beatmatching is published on the web for free. There are also Amazon Kindle and Digital .PDF versions available for $9.99 (US)

ISBN-13: 978-0-615-63986-4

Read the entire book at http://mixedinkey.com/book

About the Authors

Yakov Vorobyev is the creator and founder of Mixed In Key, which has grown to become the DJ industry standard for key detection software. Vorobyev grew up in Washington, D.C., where he discovered a dual passion for writing computer code and DJing; while he worked by day at Bethesda Softworks (creators of The Elder Scrolls video game series) and various technology firms, he took to DJing by night at the top clubs in the city. In 2005, he graduated from George Washington University with a degree in Computer Science. He currently lives and works in Miami Beach, where he manages Mixed In Key’s international team of software developers to create new tools for DJs.

Eric Coomes is a forward-thinking DJ, nightlife consultant, event marketer and writer. After graduating magna cum laude from William Jewell College in 2003, he spent six years working at Cerner Corporation in interactive/web design, marketing, and copywriting. In 2009, he left Cerner to pursue his passion for DJing full time. Coomes currently holds DJ residencies at several nightclubs, and he spins at philanthropic events around Kansas City. In 2011, he worked with the LAVO New York marketing team to coordinate events for Sidney Samson, A-Trak, Tiësto, and LMFAO. Coomes is currently one of the copywriters at Mixed In Key, the award-winning DJ software company

SUNRISE, Fla. – CHAUVET®, a leading manufacturer of LED lighting, announces the release of an easy-to-use, mirror-ball simulator that is a true substitute for the traditional mirror ball and pinspot duo.

Rotosphere™ LED is a globe-like fixture powered by five high-performance, tri-colored LEDs that project through 124 lenses. These lenses are evenly spaced to optimize output and reduce dead spots. Smooth and continuous rotation allows this fixture to effortlessly spin 360-degrees in both directions and blanket the entire room in multicolored beams. Separate color control and adjustable rotation speeds give the flexibility to create customized looks in stand-alone mode without the need of DMX control.

Easily mount Rotosphere™ LED to truss using the included bracket or position it on a table for a striking centerpiece. Create customized light shows using four channels of DMX control or simply use the built in, sound-activated programs that spin and change color to the beat of the music.  See it in action here - http://youtu.be/6XrpcLv5V7w

About CHAUVET® DJ

CHAUVET® DJ is a premier line of entertainment lighting, controllers and accessories for the mobile performer, DJs, clubs, corporate events and more — offering the most value in the industry. For more information, please visit www.chauvetdj.com.

Arriba Cases’ AC-115 and AC-125 Protect, Transport and Store A Variety of Mobile Lighting Fixtures

LOS ANGELES – (For Immediate Release) — DJs and mobile entertainers are using more different types of lighting and special effects today than ever before – lasers, LED pars, moving heads, scanners, fog machines . . . and the list goes on. This is creating a need for versatile gear bags that will fit more than one type of mobile lighting fixture, while being affordable, lightweight, and strong and sturdy enough to protect your lights as you travel from gig to gig.

Two soft-shell gear bags from Arriba Cases, the AC-115 and AC-125, have proven to be versatile workhorses, as together they can accommodate more than 75 different American DJ mobile lighting fixtures! Measuring 9.5” x 9.5” x 13”(241 x 241 x 330 mm), the Arriba AC-115 can fit ADJ’s top-selling Galaxian laser series, as well as the Jelly Fish, Dual Gem LED, Jewel LED, Vio Moon LED, Sunray LED, X-Series and many more. The Arriba AC-125, which measures 13” x 13” x 14”(330 x 330 x 355 mm), can house lights ranging from the 64 LED Pro and PROPAR Series par cans, to classic-design fixtures like the Aggressor TRI LED, to the popular Revo LED moonflower series. Another feature that makes the AC-125 extremely versatile is that comes with an adjustable padded divider which allows two smaller fixtures, such as the Fog Storm 1200 HD fog machine, to fit within the case. In addition to working with American DJ products, both the AC-115 and AC-125 can be used with lights from other major manufacturers as well.

“When you have gear bags that can fit a wide range of fixtures, it eliminates the need to purchase custom cases for each light or many cases of different sizes,” said Brian Dowdle, Marketing Manager for Arriba Cases. “This can be a big money saver, especially today when the average DJ’s toolchest contains a wider variety of lighting fixtures than ever. With versatile bags like the AC-115 and AC-125, if you’re taking a couple of lights to a gig, you don’t have to go to the expense or trouble of having a different case with different dimensions for each. You can just pack them in your AC-115s and AC-125s and hit the road.”

Not sure which fixture you packed in which of these one-size-fits-most cases? Not to worry — the AC-115 and AC-125 have a convenient feature that allows you to tell immediately what’s inside. Both cases are equipped with large “view windows’ that allow you to quickly identify the fixtures in each bag, so there’s no guesswork.

Great for mobile DJs, karaoke rigs and working bands, the AC-115 and AC-125 feature a padded interior with a high-density foam that conforms to the fixture inside, holding it securely in place during transport. Constructed of sturdy, attractive high-denier nylon with strong nylon webbing, the bags are extremely lightweight and portable, and come with convenient carry straps.

With their extra-wide zipper openings, the Arriba AC-115 and AC-125 are designed to make life on the road easier for mobile entertainers and DJs by allowing quick removal of the gear from the case. Both cases also have secure zipper pockets in front, ideal for storing extra lamps, cables, clamps and other accessories, keeping everything needed in one place and eliminating the need for separate bags just for the accessories. Not only are the Arriba bags ideal for use in transit, they also make great storage cases, keeping fixtures secure and dust-free when not in use.

Arriba Cases are also designed to be “light” on mobile entertainers’ budgets. The Arriba AC-115 has an MSRP of $39.95, while the Arriba AC-125 carries an MSRP of $45.95.

Looking to protect a lighting fixture, but don’t know which case to buy? Go to the Arriba Cases website and download the helpful Fitting Guide to help determine which Arriba Case best fits your light www.arribacase.com/Downloads.asp

As this school year comes to a close, you should be working on filling your unbooked dates next school year with new school clients. Many schools that have dance dates selected for next year have already booked with you, but there are others that will have their dates finalized before summer and will want to book before leaving for the year. In addition, there are schools that will inevitably be looking for a change for next year after their spring dances this year and may want to take care of it while it is fresh on their mind.

In order to obtain the best response (or any response at all) on your direct marketing efforts to schools, such as direct mail or e-mail campaigns, there are a few important things to remember:

• Be specific on who you’re targeting. Don’t just send your mailing to the school and expect the person (sometimes a student aide) sorting the mail to know where to direct it. If you have a name of a person, that’s best. Otherwise, send your mailings to the attention of a specific titleholder.
• Cast a broad net. Sure, you’d love to only work within 20 miles of your home, but realistically there probably aren’t nearly enough schools within that radius to see results from direct marketing. Plan for a 1% response rate on direct marketing, meaning 100 prospects must be reached to obtain 1 response.
• Medium is as important as the message. Be sure your materials are all professional-looking. If you’re not an expert on graphic design, seek help or send a letter instead. Amateur-designed marketing pieces can be detrimental to your efforts. Invest in having your materials professionally designed – your response rate will increase dramatically.

—XD-V55 systems combine exclusive modeling technology with pure, 24-bit digital wireless performance —

CALABASAS, Calif.—May 1, 2012—Line 6, Inc. ships the new XD-V55 digital wireless handheld, lavalier, and headset microphone systems.

Featuring sophisticated microphone modeling technology, XD-V55 systems deliver the sound of the world’s most popular wired mics combined with a proven 4th-generation digital wireless platform. With 24-bit, 10Hz–20kHz, compander-free performance, XD-V55 series digital wireless systems provide unmatched, full-range audio clarity and license-free operation worldwide.

Designed for professional vocalists and active performers, the new XD-V55 line includes handheld, lavalier, and headset digital wireless systems. The family offers pure, 24-bit sound with unparalleled reliability in an easy to operate, desktop or rack mountable format.

“For performers who want wired mic audio performance and wireless freedom, the combination of Line 6 modeling and our class-leading digital wireless platform makes the latest XD-V systems the only choice,” says Steve Devino, live sound product manager at Line 6. “Proven on countless stages and tours worldwide,” he continued, “fourth-generation Line 6 digital wireless technology ensures the best possible performance experience with crystal-clear audio, rock-solid reliability and simple, license-free operation – worldwide.”

Ensuring faithful reproduction and stunning full-range audio clarity, XD-V55 systems all feature 10Hz – 20kHz frequency response and wide dynamic range (up to >117 dB). Unlike analog wireless technology, Line 6 digital wireless technology does not use companders or compress the audio signal in any way, and audio quality does not degrade with distance, inspiring vocalists to perform with confidence. XD-V55 systems operate in the 2.4GHz band, which is free from interference due to TV broadcast, public safety announcements, cell phone towers and other transmitting devices. Encoded DCL™ (Digital Channel Lock) technology prevents reception of any audio interference from other 2.4 GHz devices.

XD-V55 handheld systems feature a selection of 4 spectacular models of the world’s most popular vocal microphones. Using this incredibly diverse sonic palette, vocalists can choose the perfect microphone sound to match their voice and style of performance. For active spoken-word performers, instrumentalists or singers who require a hands-free solution, XD-V55 bodypack based systems offer selectable EQ filter models, tailored for a wide range of vocal and instrumental applications.

XD-V55 series digital wireless systems are incredibly easy to operate. Simply choose a channel on the transmitter and receiver and they lock together automatically. No need for RF tuning or intermodulation calculators.

With a wide range of systems and configuration options, XD-V55 series digital wireless systems from Line 6 are the perfect solution for professional vocalists and active performers.

XD-V55 family features: 12 channels, 300-foot range; 1/2U desktop receiver with externally mounted antennas; heavy-duty metal chassis.

XD-V55 Handheld Microphone System – $629.99 MSRP

XD-V55L Lavalier Microphone System – $629.99 MSRP

XD-V55HS Headset Microphone System – $629.99 MSRP

About Line 6, Inc.

Line 6 products have been at the cutting edge of digital audio development for musicians and audio professionals since the company pioneered the digital modeling guitar amplifier in 1996. Before the Line 6 brand was formed in the mid-‘90s, co-founders Marcus Ryle and Michel Doidic were principal developers for the Alesis® ADAT®, the digital multi-track recorder that revolutionized the recording industry. Today, Line 6 produces a wide variety of hardware and software products including POD® multi-effect processors, POD Farm® software plug-ins, Spider® guitar amps, a range of professional instrument and microphone digital wireless systems, digital live sound mixers, and speakers, as well as the Mobile In™ premium digital guitar interface and Mobile Keys™ premium keyboard controllers for Apple iOS devices. For more information, visit line6.com.

Full Conference Passes for MBLV17 are ONLY $199 through the end of July…a savings of $100 vs. the onsite pass price… An incredible value, considering the priceless benefits you’ll gain from attending the 17th installment of the most benefit-packed conference for mobile entertainers, featuring a fresh selection of top-level presenters, great entertainment, and an exhibit floor loaded with incredible deals.

What’s more, purchase in May, and you’ll receive a $20 best seller from our keynote Jon Acuff… FREE. At MBLV17, and in his latest book, QUITTER, Jon will show you how to “blow up your dream without blowing up your life.”

“Ain’t nothing like the real thing baby…”The Mobile Beat Las Vegas DJ Show & Conference offers a conference / trade show experience unparalleled by any other, one that has repeatedly proven it is worth the investment of your valuable time and finances.

Top-notch entertainment already announced: Meet the legendary Rob Base!

DJs still play his tracks every week…and he will be performing “It Takes Two,” and “Joy And Pain” on the exhibit floor stage, plus hanging out for an open meet and greet.
Remember: Get your pass in May and get a copy of Jon Acuff’s best-selling book, QUITTER…a $20 value, FREE!

And remember: The lowest show registration rate of $199 is only available until MIDNIGHT, TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2012.

Lock in your biggest savings on the best show at https://members.mobilebeat.com NOW!