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How To Sync Ableton Live & Traktor | Video Tutorial by DJ Endo
DJ Tips & TricksDubspot Instructor and product specialist for Native Instruments Mike Henderson aka DJ Endo answers a question on the minds of many Traktor enthusiasts and Ableton Live users, one of the most frequently asked questions he receives as a Native Instruments
[read more...]Novation DICER & Traktor Video | Cue-Points, Loops, Effects
DJ Tips & TricksDubspot Instructor and Native Instruments product specialist Mike Henderson aka DJ Endo gives us a brief, dynamic performance on Traktor Pro using Novation’s DICER, a new controller (which sits directly on your turntable, CD player or laptop) that allows easy access
[read more...]Ableton Live Tutorial: Warping for Remixing + Dubspot LA Workshop
ProductionAcclaimed violinist, sound designer, Ableton Certified Trainer and Dubspot Instructor Laura Escudé shows us how to warp tracks for remixing in Ableton Live by going through a step by step process of getting the remix parts for the Metric song
[read more...]THE MOUTH: Native Instrument’s Newest Creative Tool by Tim Exile
ProductionElectronic musician and innovator Tim Exile and Native Instruments made the big announcement today with Mr Exile uncovering “The Mouth” – a brand new software instrument that can turn any audio signal into music. It looks and sounds incredibly fun!
[read more...]New Novation Launchpad Templates by Aurex = Workflow Options
ProductionThe Novation Launchpad was an instant hit when it hit the market as an affordable, grid-based physical interface made to control Ableton Live’s clips. Because the interface is highly customizable (download the Launchpad Programmers Reference,) it has recently become a
[read more...]Dubstep Wobble Bass Pt 2 Ableton Live Tutorial: Operator, FM
ProductionHere’s the followup to our very successful Dubstep Wobble Bass with Ableton Live 8 video tutorial Dubspot. This time, Dubspot instructor and Ableton Live expert Mike Hatsis aka !banginclude shows how to create a very dirty, aggressive dubstep style
[read more...]Traktor Kontrol S4 is Here! Top 5 Features + NI Video Tutorials
DJ Tips & TricksAlright, it’s finally here! Native Instruments today released TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 DJ system! KONTROL S4 combines a special version of the TRAKTOR PRO software with an advanced hardware controller to give DJs of all genres unparalleled creative possibilities with supreme
[read more...]iPad + Ableton: Liine, Makers of Griid introduce Plastikman’s Kapture
iOSThe past few months have seen massive advances for using iPad and iPhone to control DAW software, specifically with Ableton Live (which has more protocol choices than other DAWs due to its Max for Live integration.) Software such as
[read more...]Ghostly International Artist: Shigeto – ‘Full Circle’ LP Review
Artist & LabelsOver the summer, Shigeto performed at a Brooklyn warehouse party called Campfire, and watching people’s reactions was nearly as interesting as watching him perform. The beatsmith often allows his sounds freedom, giving them occasion to explore the boundaries of structure,
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Dubspot Podcast #12: Exclusive Dancehall Mix from The Heatwave
PodcastGabriel Heatwave, founder of the London-based collective of club and radio DJs, producers, and music writers The Heatwave, known for throwing the finest Jamaican dancehall and reggae parties in the UK, was in NYC earlier this month and he dropped
[read more...]Portable Moog Synth: Slim Phatty is here | Analog lovers rejoice!
Music TechnologyWarp/Schematic recording artist and sound designer Richard Devine introduces the Slim Phatty on YouTube
Whether you are a hardware enthusiast or a digital creation guru one company has kept your attention when it comes to synthesizers: Moog Music. Nothing sounds like
Dubspot Student Spotlight DJ Mix Competition Winner is…
DubspotWe are pleased to finally announce the winner of Dubspot Student Spotlight DJ Mix Competition. After the tally of Facebook Likes, Twitter ReTweets, and blog Comments, the top mixes were carefully considered by Dubspot DJ Instructors
[read more...]Ninja Tune XX Box Set Review | Label Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Artist & LabelsAs a teenager in 1999 I stood in the Fat Beats record store looking at the few CDs they carried, which were all behind the counter. The one that caught my attention was Dynamic Syncopation’s Dynamism. Its minimal design and
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DMC + Digital Vinyl Systems: ‘Why It’s A Good Move’ by DJ Shiftee
DJ Tips & TricksWritten by 2x DMC Champion and Dubspot Instructor DJ Shiftee
DMC and Rane Serato recently announced a partnership for 2011 that will allow Serato and other DVS (i.e. TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO, whoop whoop!) into the hallowed grounds of the most prestigious
The Danger + OkayAfrica Host Epic NYC Halloween Warehouse Party
EventsVampires, zombies, ghouls, warewolves, mummies, dancers, musicians, parties, lingerie fish nets, hot ciders… You get the idea what we’re trying to convey here? Saturday, October 30th, The Danger (well-known for hosting some of the most incredible events in unexpected environments
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