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Written by SmiTTTen on February 15th, 2013
A few weeks ago we read a post on the DJTT forums asking how to get the most of Traktor’s Remix Decks:
“I am considering selling my Kontrol F1 because I am having trouble incorporating it into my sets. How do you utilize Remix Deck Sets in order to build solid mixes?”
While Mad Zach shared his approach on building out a Remix Deck in Traktor, questions still remained for many of us who aren’t quite sure how best to source material for the decks, keep them organized for performance, and effectively incorporate the entire concept into an existing DJ workflow. In today’s article, SmiTTTen is back to share how he makes the Remix Decks work in his world.
Continue reading Building Traktor Remix Decks Into Your DJ Workflow
Filed under Basic Digital DJ Tips, Controllerism, DJ Software Tips, DJ Techniques / Tips, Native Instruments, Traktor Kontrol F1, Traktor Tips, and tagged Tags: building a remix deck set, finding samples, Kontrol F1, remix deck sets, remix decks, traktor pro 2.6, traktor remix decks.
Written by SmiTTTen on October 14th, 2012
Just over a week and a half ago, Native Instruments announced the forthcoming Kontrol Z2 mixer, and many of our readers were excited to discover that it features three Innofaders, the crossfader and the line faders. But as the excitement grows over NI’s latest offering, so too have the questions surrounding the Innofaders inside the Kontrol Z2. Today we’ve got an exclusive interview with the Innofader’s designer, Elliot Marx to learn more about the story behind the advanced faders in the Traktor Kontrol Z2.
Continue reading Kontrol Z2 Innofaders: The Inside Scoop
Filed under Basic Digital DJ Tips, Controllerism, DJ Gear Announcments, Kontrol Z2, Native Instruments, News, and tagged Tags: audio innovate, elliot marx, innofader, kontrol z2, mini innofader, Native Instruments, Traktor Tips.
Written by SmiTTTen on September 10th, 2012
What if you could turn any conductive surface into a controller for your DJ or production software? With over 11,000 backers on Kickstarter earlier this year, the MaKey MaKey project captivated the attention of the online world. Three months after raising over 20 times their funding goal, the initial kits have shipped, and we’ve had a chance to test one to see how well this Arduino-based invention kit works. Read on for our take on MaKey MaKey controllerism!
Continue reading MaKey MaKey Review: Simple DIY Controllerism?
Filed under Controllerism, DJ Controllers, DJ Equipment / Accessories, Reviews, and tagged Tags: arduino, DIY, diy controllerism, dj controller, kickstarter, maKey maKey, sparkfun.
Written by SmiTTTen on May 18th, 2012
There was a time when DJs performed using turntables, a two channel mixer, a pair of headphones and a box of records. DJs lived and died by two things; their ability to mix and their choice of records. Over the years many of our original players took the needle off the record and walked away to get a “serious job”, to focus on their family or simply felt the need to do something different. The good news is that they are coming back, and in droves; if you’re one of that number, then DJ TechTools is here to offer a few pointers.
Continue reading How To Return To DJing After A Long Hiatus
Filed under Basic Digital DJ Tips, DJ Techniques / Tips, and tagged Tags: djing, new djs, old djs, starting fresh, taking a break.
Written by SmiTTTen on February 13th, 2012
An awesome DJ set rarely comes down to which equipment you use – it’s singularly about the sound you deliver. That is, unless you want to scratch. The tools of the turntablism trade are relatively simple, the techniques have evolved at a glacial pace compared with other DJ disciplines, but it’s an artform that is anything but simple to master. So where does the budding DMC turntablist champion go to get the very best education on “cuttin’ it up rough”? In this article, we look at some of the online resources out there that will build those flares, tame your crabs and keep those chirps tight.
Continue reading Online DJ Scratch Schools Comparison: Which Is Right For You?
Filed under Advanced Digital DJ Tips, Basic Digital DJ Tips, DJ Internet Tools, DJ Techniques / Tips, Turntablism Tips, and tagged Tags: beat junkies, dj angelo, icey ice, qbert, qbert scratch university, scratching, short-e, smittten, stephen webber, studio scratches, turntables, turntableu, turntablism, youtube scratch tutorials.
Written by SmiTTTen on January 31st, 2012
Most DJs have heard the legend of the incredible Innofader – but did you know that this epic fader now has a little brother? Designed to accomodate the many MIDI controllers that don’t have room for a full-sized Innofader, we’ve got the rundown and comparison on this low-profile superhero of a crossfader. Continue reading Mini Innofader: Ready for Controllers
Filed under Controllerism, DJ Equipment / Accessories, and tagged Tags: adj vms2, audio innovate, Controllerism, innofader, kontrol s4, mini innofader, smittten.
Written by SmiTTTen on November 29th, 2011
When Native Instruments released the Kontrol S4 last year it quickly set the standard for all digital controllers that came after. Today the S4 continues to offer a substantial amount of functionality and unmatched integration with the Traktor platform. There are however a few trade-offs, one being the somewhat limited MIDI customization opportunities in the S4 along with hardware omissions such as booth output and a replaceable crossfader. In this article we are going to show you an option for solving the crossfader issue using the Audio Innovate Innofader.
Continue reading Upgrade your Kontrol S4 with the Innofader (Innobender)
Filed under Advanced Digital DJ Tips, DIY Project Tutorials, DJ Techniques / Tips, and tagged Tags: audio innovate, innobender, innofader, kontrol s4, mackie, pioneer, smittten, stanton, VCI-300 Articles.
