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Better DJing: 6 Seminal Techno Records Every DJ Should Listen To

A good DJ can become a great one if they invest in learning about the foundations of the music they love. Here's six of my favourite techno records that helped to define and shape the genre.

How to Sync Beatport Pro with Traktor

The recent new app for DJs, Beatport Pro brings a host of new, convenient features for DJs, including syncing with Beatport and syncing with Native Instruments' Traktor! Sara Simms shows you how.

Arcadia: Immersive Music, Lightning, Robotics, Tech Spectacle Comes Home to Bristol

One of the most stunning and immersive music, light and circus events of the past 5 years, Arcadia, came home to Bristol in September and Ask.Audio were there to see, hear and feel the spectacle.

Native Instruments Announces Compact Traktor Kontrol S5 All-In-One DJ System

NI's new 4-channel DJ controller aims to provide innovative TRAKTOR technology in a portable, all-in-one format with Stems control. It's looks cute and capable! Check out the video of it in action.

DJs Can Now Prepare Cues, Loops & Tags inside Pioneer rekordbox dj

The new rekordbox dj software (which you purchase via rekordbox) now enables DJs to prepare their sets and perform from the same rekordbox library.

Pioneer DJ Releases HDJ-700 Headphones With Optimised Sound Reproduction

When it comes to headphones, DJs tend to want them to be durable, accurate, comfortable and stylish. Pioneer feel their new HDJ-700s fit the bill on all four counts. Check them out.

Panasonic Revive Technics Vinyl Turntables

It seems to be official now. Not a fortnight goes by without a vinyl record / turntable-related article being published at Ask.Audio. And that's why the new Technics turntables will be a success.

RELOOP Release RMP-4 Hybrid Performance Player

The latest addition to the RMP range from Reloop is the RMP-4 which combines a CD player, USB player and a performance DJ software controller all-in-one. Check out the video and further info below.

How to Revitalise Your DJ Mixes Using External Analog Effects

If you want to stand out from the crowd and help your DJ mixes sound and feel deeper then it can be worth adding external analog effects to your set. And it's a lot easier than you might think...

Native Instruments Stems Creator Tool in Public Beta

Native Instruments' Stem Creator Tool is in public BETA and lets anyone create stem versions of their tracks for playback in Traktor. DJs will now have individual control over 4 tracks when DJing.

This DJ Spins a Set Using Reel to Reel Tapes

Wherever you stand on the digital vs vinyl debate when it comes to DJing, this video of Mr Tape spinning a set at 1992 DMC Championships on reel to reel tape recorders is bound to impress.

Numark Takes a Spin at DJ Expo With TT250USB DJ Turntable

Nunmark, one of the leading DJ manufacturers, has debuted a new DJ turntable at DJ Expo. Retailing at just £199 GBP / aprox. $299 USD the TT250USB has a classic heavy-duty feel with modern convenience

Meet Pioneer DDJ-SB2 Controller for Serato DJ

Pioneer DJ have been a busy bunch! Their latest Serto Controller is the DDJ-SB2 which, bundled with Serato DJ Intro and selling for around €259 is positioned as an entry-level 2-channel DJ controller.

Battle Ready: Pioneer DJM-S9 Two-Channel Mixer for Serato DJ

The new DJM-S9 two-channel mixer for Serato DJ puts the power of personalisation in DJs' hands, with a fast, accurate and customisable crossfader, & Performance Pads and FX buttons that DJs can map.

Curious New Pioneer '909 On Super-Steroids' DJ Mixer Video Teaser

While Native Instruments launch the new STEMS open file format into the world, with support for Traktor hardware and software, Pioneer DJ have their own excitement in a box.