GLiPro Makes Some Noise
The EF-256 from GLiPro is a 19-inch rack-mountable sound effects machine. It features 255 studio effect presets and two separate processors. Three function inputs, line, instrument and mic, lets users mix between microphone sounds and other sources. The EF-256 features volume-controlled stereo inputs and outputs. Volume can be controlled for both mix and microphone inputs. Four reverb choices – plate, room, chambers or hall – let you choose your sound. Other features include stereo delays and panning, Slap back and tapped delay, stereo echoes, XLR, TRS (1/4-inch) and RCA connectors. The EF-256 measures 19- x 1 ¾- x 6 ¾-inches and weighs 8 pounds.
GLiPro
2691 West 15th Street
Brooklyn, N.Y., 11224
800-GLI-PRO-1

E-MU’s Organ Sound Module
New from E-MU/ENSONIQ is the B-3, a 64-note polyphonic, tone wheel organ sound module. Perfect for the DJ/remixer, this 32-MB sound ROM was sampled directly from a live B-3 organ. The samples were then processed so the sounds from your MIDI sound just like the real thing. This organ module has two outputs and 16 MIDI channels. It’s fully upgradeable, letting you add additional 32MB sound ROMs available for the Proteus 2000 sound modules. Upgrades are available for the motherboard to 128 polyphony voices, four ROM expansion slots, six outputs and digital output, and an extra MIDI channel. The B-3 is designed to be fully upgradeable over the Internet.
E-MU/ENSONIQ
1600 Green Hills Road
P.O. Box 660015
Scotts Valley, Cal., 95067-0015
(831) 438-1921
www.emu.com

Yamaha’s Loop Factory

The SU200 Loop Factory Sampling Unit is a phrase sampler and effects processor designed for any DJ, MIDI or live set-up. Targeted for remixers, the SU200 lets individual samples have their own sampling rates. A CD with a 44.1 kHz produces up to 41.6 seconds/mono. If you need more sampling time or a lo-fi sound, the SU200 lets users choose a rate of 22, 11 or 6kHz for up to 333 seconds. A SmartMedia slots lets you import and export WAV files so you can download your favorite samples from the Internet and on to your computer for further editing or storage. FLASH memory stores all your samples, even when the power is turned off. The SU200 also has a Loop Track Play mode with an internal BPM sync that is designed to automatically synchronize playback of multiple samples and loops with different tempos. Three banks of eight sample pads provide quick access to up to 24 sounds. A Loop Remix feature creates sample loop variations while the Slice functions to change the groove and feel of a loop. Both features work “on the fly.” A MIDI clock sync lets the SU200 integrate with sequenced MIDI tracks. The multi- track’s filters and effects can be applied to external audio sourc- es, like your turntables, in real time. The Resampling function is designed to let users add scratches, filter sweeps, delays and effects like Tech Mod also in real time. Two real time effect control knobs, an LCD interface and a “Tap” and “Hold” button provide hands-on control. Large, blinking red lights let users see what they’re doing even in the darkest club. An audio CD with drum sounds, bass lines and beat samples is also included.
Yamaha Corporation of America
P.O. Box 6600
Buena Park, Cal., 90622
(714) 522-9011
www.yamaha.com

Leviton Protects Your Busses

Leviton’s surge protection device is designed to suppress transient voltage surges for products that work on SERIPLEX Control Bus networks. Its interface connections are made through the device’s five-pin unsealed screw connectors. The surge protective device provides low clamping voltages and can hold up against high transient current surges that sometimes happen in harsh electromagnetic environments. The surge protector can be connected to the ground in two ways, either with a ground tab that’s sized for ¼-inch studs lets users connect it to ground frames and a low-inductance ground braid strap is also included for times when ground tabs won’t fit. A non-conductive DIN rail-mounting mechanism also comes with the surge protector that’s designed for 35mm standard and 32mm “G”-type rail types. This surge protector is designed to provide protection using connections that are compatible with off the shelf 5-pin screw terminal connectors. Dual-redundant protection is offered for transients going into or out of the protector with automatic reset-PTC fusing. The surge protector is backed by Leviton’s five-year limited warranty.
Leviton Manufacturing Company, Inc.
59-25 Little Neck Parkway
Little Neck, N.Y., 11362-2591
800-323-8920
www.leviton.com

M-800 from Mackie

The M-800, a new addition to Mackie’s FR Series of power amplifiers, is an amplifier designed for small to medium club PA systems as well as for mobile and installed DJ applications. It has a Fast Recovery feature designed to provide control over clipping when the amp is driven to extremes and a 130dB dynamic range. The M-800 has two-second order, 12dB/octave, Bessel low-cut filters with variable frequency, ranging from Off to 170Hz. A limiter with an On/Off switch is designed to decrease distortion that sometimes occurs when amps are driven at max levels without affecting the overall sound levels. Quarter-inch jacks and five-way binding posts let you plug in all your gear while T-design cooling makes sure it all doesn’t overheat. Its maximum power ratings are 800 Watts @ 4 ohms bridged, 550 watts at 8 ohms bridged, 400 + 400 watts at 2 ohms stereo, 275 +275 watts at 4 ohms stereo and 140 + 140 watts at 8 ohms stereo. At 2 rack spaces, the M-800 can fit into mobile or permanent consoles.
Mackie Designs
16220 Wood-Red Road, NE
Woodinville, Washington 98072
(800) 898-3211
www.mackie.com

DJ Scratch Guide
In this latest release from Warner Brother’s Publications, DJ P-Love schools wannabe DJs in the art of scratching. The DJ’s Guide to Scratching offers advice on topics ranging from setting up turntables and mixers, using cross-faders, and adjusting needles to advice on how to keep records from slipping and the importance of choosing a flat surface for your turntable. P-Love then walks through some classic scratches and dance mix moves before moving to some advanced cuts demonstrating how scratch DJs can survive working with a band.
Warner Bros. Publications
15800 NW 48th Ave.
Miami, FL 33014
(800) 327-7643

Gemini’s LyteQuest Mirror 8

The LyteQuestPRO Mirror 8 is an eight-inch mirror ball package from Gemini. This effect incorporates a par-36 pin spot and 6-volt, 30-watt bulb. Designed for DJs and small club installs, this mirror ball has two color gels caps and an AC/DC mirror ball motor. It’s backed by a 90-day warranty.
Gemini Sound Products
8 Germak Drive
Carteret, N.J., 07008
(732) 969-9000
www.geminidj.com

Furman’s IT-Power Filter

The IT-Reference Discrete Symmetrical AC Power Filter is the fourth product to join Furman Sounds IT-Series. The IT-Reference is an audiophile-home theater version of the IT-1220 designed to bring balanced power advantages to analog, digital and video components using Furman’s high-current capable, low-impedence toroid transformer technology. Each set of outlets is isolated, designed this way to pre- vent backwash from video and digital components.
Furman Sound, Inc.
1997 S. McDowell
Petaluma, Cal., 94954
(707) 763-1010
www.furmansound.com

TC Works XL Sparks
TC Works’ Spark XL is a new version of SPARK that supports Pro Tools 24 Mix and features audio restoration facilities. SPARK XL is a real time digital audio editor for MacOS that processes and masters, in real time, project file management and play list at once. The SPARK XL featuring a Browser window and integrated Wave editing includes 12 VST real time Plug-Ins. This version adds real time De-noising and De-clicking that lets you restore material having tape-hiss or click problems with floating point accuracy, without requiring a Pro Tools system to be there. You can now access TDM Plug-Ins from inside Spark XL, using the TDM FX window. This window lets you insert up to 4 TDM Plug Ins along with the 4 x 5 original Plug Ins. This is designed to let you build FX chains with both native and TDM Plug Ins running at the same time.
TC Electronics
742-A Hampshire Road
Westlake Village, Cal., 91361
(805) 373-1828
www.tcworks.de

Beta 87C is a Shure Thing

Shure’s Beta 87C is the latest member of the Beta microphone line. This vocal mic is designed to deliver studio-grade performance and an extended frequency response in a cardioid condenser design. The uniform polar pattern lets you reject ambient noise that arrives at the rear of the microphone capsule. Its high-frequency response is designed to take out the “edgy” qualities that can require added equalization. Other features include high-gain before feedback and a low-frequency roll-off designed for greater command of proximity effect. The Beta 87C has a frequency response of 50 to 20,000 Hz and a dynamic range of 117 dB. It can handle sound pressure levels up to 139 dB. Low distortion characteristics, minimal off-axis tone coloration and a shock mount system are additional features. It comes with a built-in pop filter, swivel adapter and a carrying/storage bag.
Shure Incorporated
222 Hartrey Avenue
Evanston, Ill., 60202
(847) 866-2200
www.shure.com

Numark’s CD-Mix Station

Numark’s CD Mix Station is a compact, portable, self-contained unit that has two CD players and a DJ mixer. The CD players have full cueing capability with pitch control, a BPM counter and track sequence programming. The mixer has a fader play start, a three-band equalizer and inputs for microphones, turntables and other line sources. It has balanced outputs and 1/8-inch and ¼-inch headphones. The system uses 12VDC power input designed for remote battery operation. It can be used as a back up system for a one-person show or wherever multiple units are needed. The CD players can play 3- and 5-inch, and CD-R CDs. They have a pitch /jog wheel to set cue points and to adjust the tempo. Other features include a backlit LCD display, track sequence programming, a time button with elapse and remain time bar, auto dead space elimination and auto door close. The Mixer section features master balanced or unbalanced and record output, a dual-band, 12-segment LED output display and an input for an external mic with independent gain control.
Numark Industries
11 Helmsman Avenue
North Kingstown, Rhode Island 02852
(401) 295-9000
www.numark.com

Denon’s DN-1800F Dual CD Player

In a pearl white, all-metal chassis, Denon’s DN-1800F features bright LEDs that illuminate disc holders, and a pitch bend of +/-18-percent controlled through both a jog wheel and standard buttons. Playback can be sped up to +40-percent using the “Plat” function by turning the jog wheel clockwise, while playback can be slowed to –50-percent if you turn the jog wheel counter-clockwise. The DN-1800F’s “Cue Stutter” mode plays momentary audio when the Cue button is pressed down. When Cue is released, the CD Player recues to its original point. Digital SPDIF outputs, in addition to traditional analog outputs, let the CD player dub directly to a digital recorder (MD, DAT, CD-R, etc.) or be digitally connected to an outboard processor or mixing console. Several seconds per drive of “shock-proof” memory guards against dropouts caused by bumps or vibrations from the floor, a helpful feature for mobile DJs and nightclub-installed applications. Each drive has a Playback button that lets you choose Single/Continuous/Relay play and a Relay Playback mode can be set independently for each drive. If you set both drives to Relay Playback, you can continuously play tracks back and forth between the two. A Sleep function automatically shuts down the disc rotation motors if, after, say, 30 minutes, nothing’s happening. Another function, designed with you forgetful types in mind, closes the disc tray automatically if they’re left open for more than 30 seconds. Other features include dual jog/shuttle wheels, 10-segment “countdown” bar graph for a visual of the current track’s position, an adjustable pitch range of +\- 10-percent on Pitch sliders and a 0.01 Instant Start.
Denon Electronics
222 New Road
Parsippany, N.J., 07054
(973) 396-0810
www.del.denon.com

Gem’s Pro Series Speakers
Gem Sounds Pro Series speakers, the 225/450-watt GSP-12 and the 300/600-watt GSP-15, are part of a new industrial line geared towards the pro DJ. Featuring a trapezoid, bow-shaped style, these full range speakers are made with heavy-duty woofers and high temperature 3-inch voice coils. According to the company, the speakers have a high compression driver that sits behind a large radial horn. Both are bridged together with a full range of industrial crossover and are covered in high-grade carpet with steel corners, grills and handles.
Gem Sound
600 East 156th Street
Bronx, NY 10455
(718) 292-5972
www.gemsound.com

NEXT! By Stanton

The PDJ 11, PDJ 13 and the Pro 30 two-channel mixers from Stanton are designed to meet all the requirements of beginning DJs. The PDJ 11 has a two-channels, two phono and line inputs, a three-band EQ/rotary kill with -60/+12dB per channel, a volume controlled mic and headphone input and cue pan. The PDJ 33 has all of the PDJ 11’s features plus a pre-fader listen, TRS-balanced master outputs and LED meter that displays master and cue outputs. It also has a mic input with two-band EQ and autotalk. The PRO 30 adds two line and two phono/line switchable inputs to the package along with Fader Start, so that crossfader movement starts the CD players (this only works with CD players having fader start capabilities). Its mic input has a 2-band EQ with +/-10 dB per channel. The PRO 30 has a headphone input with cue select and an LED meter displays master and cue outputs.
Stanton Magnetics, LLC
2821 Evans Street
Hollywood, California 33020
(954) 929-8999
www.stantonmagnetics.com

Red Sound’s XS-FX

The XS-FX, a multi-BPM effects processor from Red Sound, features Filter, Flanger, SPS Panning, Cutter and an analogue style Delay that lets you punch in single effects or pick from any of the 50 presets for effects processing during your DJ set in “real time”. A hands-on control includes an X/Y joystick mixer, with a hold facility, that’s designed to capture effect scenes “on the fly” along with a Z dimension for parameter control and a wet/dry output balance fader. A selectable Low, Mid and High channel lets you route certain elements of the music through the process while bypassing others. Additional features include a selectable Mic, Line and Phono input, balanced/unbalanced outputs and a choice of three mounting options. Housed in a sleek aluminum case, the XS-FX is backed by a three-year warranty.
Red Sound Systems, Ltd.
Bourne House
Cores End Road
Bourne End
Bucks SL8 5AR
England
+44 (0) 1628 819919
www.redsound.com

American DJ Flash

City Flash, Flash Tubes and Flash 2C controller are three new lighting effects from American DJ. The City Flash is an all-purpose strobing effect designed for both indoor and outdoor use. With a medium screw base, the plastic strobe is made for outdoor parties and celebrations. Also for indoor and outdoor use are the Flash Tubes and 2C controller. The Flash Tubes can be connected, end-to-end, to produce a strobe effect with a top speed of 140 miles per hour. Individually, Flash Tubes measure 3.35- x 3.25- x 60-inches. The Flash 2C is a rackmountable controller that can run over 40 Flash tubes. Able to run four separate strobe zones, the Flash 2C features five flash modes: forward, reverse, crossover, rebound and flash. The effect can automatically cycle selected modes as well as control a variety of chase programs. Audio activated control, variable speed and rate control are other features. The Flash 2C measures 19- x 4.75- x 3.5-inches.
American DJ
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles, Cal., 90058
800-322-7336
www.americandj.com

HHB’s Ashdown Power Amps

The PM600 and the PM1000 are two new Ashdown power amplifiers distributed by HHB. Channeling 300 + 300 watts rms and 500 + 500 watts rms, respectively, into a 4-ohm load, the PM600 and PM1000 feature quad cooling fans, designed to reduce fan noise to a negligible level. This is done by running the fans at slower speeds. Speakon and jack connectors are included, as well as a front panel design that incorporates cooling vents, VU meters, level controls and an independent relay start power on/ off.
HHB Communications USA
1410 Centinela Avenue
Los Angeles, Cal., 90025
(310) 319-1111
www.hhb.co.uk

American Audio BakTraks

The BakTrak from American Audio is a head-shell mounting turntable cartridge designed to help scratch DJs avoid signal loss that sometimes occurs with straight tonearms. The cartridge can be used with any head shell mount. It weighs 5 grams, has a 0.7-millimeter spherical diamond and has a frequency response of 20-18,000 Hz. The BakTrak’s recommended tracking force is 4 g, in the middle of its 3-5g range. For those that are keeping a close eye on their wallet, the BakTrak comes in an economical Disco Set package that includes two BakTrak cartridges with Styli and three additional stylus at no extra cost.
American Audio
4295 Charter Street
Los Angeles, California 90058
(800) 322-7336
www.americandj.com

Fostex Comes In Colors

Fostex ‘s X-14 Multitrack recorder now comes in transparent red and blue. The X-14 Multitracker combines a four-track cassette recorder with a four-channel mixer. Made for use right out of the box, the X-14 features a built-in condenser microphone, mic/line inputs and headphone/ line outputs. The multitracker can do mixdowns to a stereo master and lets you mix individual track levels. It additionally lets users place tracks within the stereo image.
Fostex Corporation
15431 Blackburn Avenue
Norwalk, Cal., 90650
(562) 921-1112
www.fostex.com

Polysonics’ Broadwave Speakers

Polysonic officially enters the professional audio loudspeaker market with Microsonics loudspeakers. These speakers use Polysonics Multi-Resonant Enclosure Technology, called Broadwave, that’s designed to deliver a coupled bass response in a smaller enclosure. The resonant chambers are designed to enhance ground plane coupling for more efficient transfer of acoustic energy, making the enclosures good for outdoor long-throw applications. They’re packed into Lexathane scratch-resistant finish and ready right out of the box.
Polysonics
1277 Undmar Center; Suite 101
Pacifica, CA 94044
(707) 442-3821

Stanton Signature Cartridges

New from Stanton are the Trackmaster II RS and the 520 SK cartridges. The Trackmaster II RS features an output of 7.0mV and an elliptical stylus. The 520 SK was chosen by 1998-99 DMC World Champion DJ Craze and redesigned to his specifications. Its suspension is coupled by a thick wall cantilever designed to allow for high tracking forces. A grounded cartridge body minimizes hum. The 520 SK features a high polish diamond and a spherical stylus.
Stanton Magnetics, LLC
2821 Evans Street
Hollywood, California 33020
(954) 929-8999
www.stantonmagnetics.com

Mackie’s CFX Series

The Compact CFX Series from Mackie is a line professional audio mixer designed for small to medium club PA systems. The Series includes three mixers, the CFX-12, CFX-16 and CFX-20. All three feature a combination of mic/line and stereo line inputs, 4 sub mixes and Mackie’s 32-bit, 16-effect EMAC custom digital effects processor. Low-noise, low-distortion 9-band program equalizers also come with each mixer. The mixers include input trim controls with LED and +50dB gain range, an active, 4-band EQ on each channel, two auxiliary sends with pre/post switch on each channel and left and right XLR output plus mono XLR sub-woofer out with 75Hz low pass. A break switch lets you mute all the channels. Each channel has a PFL Solo and Mute switch and the mixers’ headphone outputs have independent level control. The Compact CFX Series has BNC lamp jacks and is housed in an all-metal chassis.
Mackie Designs
16220 Wood-Red Road, NE
Woodinville, Washington 98072
(800) 898-3211
www.mackie.com

Numark’s Ultimate Party
The Ultimate Party Machine from Numark is a CD party system designed to let you, the DJ, make quick entries and exits. With two CD players, a mixer, amplifier, speakers and microphone in one unit, The Ultimate Party Machine includes everything you need to mix CDs for a small crowd. The mixer has additional inputs for turntables and outputs for both program and recording. Other features of the CD mixer are an LCD display, an internal 20-watt amplifier, speakers in lid, master and record output for an additional amplification system, a three- band equalizer, LED meter, and headphone cueing . The system comes in a suitcase-style design for easy carrying.
Numark Industries, LLC
11 Helmsman Avenue
North Kingstown, Rhode Island
(401) 295-9000
www.numark.com