There are all number of DJ products on the market designed to integrate with your laptop computer and software applications. In fact, I think I have tested more than a dozen different ones myself. That said, I was pleasantly surprised by the MixVibes U-MIX Control Pro ….
taken from Mixdown July 2011
With endorsees like World Number 1 DJ Tiesto on the books, Mixvibes is really starting to pump up the volume in the digital DJ domain. This month sees the launch of the fully featured and award winning U-Mix Control Pro controller. The U-Mix Control Pro is a DJ package including the Cross DJ software and an external MIDI DJ controller with an internal sound interface. This is the perfect package for DJs seeking a compact, professional DJ solution, which makes no compromise on design and quality. MixVibes also brings a real evolution in terms of DJ hardware ergonomics. Creative functions have been smartly redesigned in an intuitive and efficient manner. You will now be able to configure all loop functions: activation, length, loops shifting etc. are now customable thanks to one knob, while 6 audio effects are to be integrated very easily into your mix. You will now be able to plug your controller on the fly, while your Cross DJ is already running. The rock-solid controller has 133 Midi controls?with a shift key for alternate functions, touch-sensitive jog wheels for precise scratching, cross fader curve adjustment,?low latency ASIO driver Support and USB bus power. The in build audio interface features a 2 ins and 2 outs stereo integrated soundcard offering high-fidelity sound quality and allowing you to enrich your set-up with either CD/Vinyl decks or even an MP3 player. While the Cross DJ software offers a 2-channel mixer with 3-Band EQ and frequency kills, iTunes integration & smart media management,?6 audio effects per deck to customize your music?plus 6 locators per deck, automatic beat synchronization?and mix recording. During the Mix Move fair in March 2011, the annual Tech Awards took place. The competition elected the best DJ products and software of the year. The U-Mix Control Pro has been awarded as ‘Best DJ Controller’ under 600 Euros competing with many other, more expensive brands.Crosspack was awarded as ‘Best DJ Software’ for the second year in a row.
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Audio Innovate has developed a next generation cross fader that is designed to take fader standards to whole new level. The all-new “Innofader” is by far the most advanced fader on the market today and will suit the ever growing needs of all levels of DJs and turntablists by offering unparalleled levels of quality and adjustability that you cannot find in other faders.
Order code: Innofader – $219 rrp
See link for further details: http://www.innofader.com/