January 2012
2 posts
Play de record @ NAMM 2012
New Rane sixty-one mixer …
”Mr. T” TM Stevens from Shocka Zooloo … currently playing w/ Bootsy Collins and the HeadHunters … this guy is wild
The new Rane sixty-two mixer ….
Z-trip’s Limited Edition Rane sixty-two Z(purple and yellow accents)
The new MPC Studio from Akai New white Limited Edition Pioneer CDJ 900s w/ a new white DJM 900...
December 2011
1 post
4 tags
T-Shirt Love !
NEXT: The future of T-shirt graphics from T-world on Vimeo.
Hope you liked the video please visit the links above or check out some of out many T-Shirts bellow.
For our full T-Shit listing click here
Enjoy….
November 2011
4 posts
4 tags
Clams Casino. The man behind the new age sound.
Constantly being exposed to the North American underground we noticed a new wind of change here in Toronto. As it appears there is a resurgence of sampled based Hip-Hop and this time it has taken on a dark twist. Here are some names and peeps to check out for and lastly we have an interview with the man we believe stands behind it all the sound that is….. have fun goggling:
A.S.A.P Rocky...
What really is "mash up" and how is it done?
A mashup or bootleg (also mesh, mash up, mash-up, blend and bastard pop/rock) is a song or composition created by blending two or more pre-recorded songs, usually by overlaying the vocal track of one song seamlessly over the instrumental track of another. To the extent that such works are ‘transformative’ of original content, they may find protection from copyright claims...
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Onra's listening party for long-awaited album...
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One of Toronto’s most well known Hip Hop/Abstract Beat producers Mymanhenri stopped by Play De Record to hold an in-depth interview with french hip hop producer Onra via Skype. Onra (b. Arnaud Bernard) is set to release his long-awaited album “Chinoiseries Pt.2”, the follow-up to his critically acclaimed album “Long Distance”.
Onra (O) and...
Turntable Needles: Difference between an...
OK so a few weeks ago we asked some questions about how records work. This week we will look into the different types of needles.
An elliptical stylus
(aka bi-radial) is a record “needle” that is shaped like a sharp-edged knife. The diamond tip of the stylus is cut so that it’s elongated vertically. As a result, the stylus exerts less...
October 2011
1 post
How do records really work????
Ok so the other day in the shop a question comes up. How is it that a record can play stereo signals when there is only one groove for the needle to follow ?????
Well after some searching we found an answer:
http://vinylrecorder.com/stereo.html
September 2011
2 posts
1 tag
WatchMASCHINE MIKRO - is it the Mpc Killer part II?
MASCHINE MIKRO is the perfect entry into the world of MASCHINE, giving you tactile, hands-on control for beat production, sampling and performance. This latest addition to the family has the same powerful software and 6 GB+ sample library as its big brother, as well as the same responsive pads on a more compact and portable controller. MASCHINE...
How to clean your faders
Here is an article we came across for all you DJs out there. The article shows you “how to clean and re assmble your fader”. The article specifically talks about Rane mixers but all faders need to be cleaned at some point, so even if you don’t own the TTM 56 or the 57 we hope this will point you in the right direction when your faders start crackling………
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August 2011
1 post
July 2011
2 posts
Clams Casino - Gorilla
May 2011
2 posts
Smithson Martin are the future of djing →
SmithsonMartin Inc. is a software development company that focuses on programs for the future of DJ’in
Check ‘em out
August 2010
1 post
July 2010
5 posts
“Derrick Carter - Resident Advisor Podcast, October ‘08 by James B”
– 01. So Called - These Are The Good Old Days (D’s BHQ Vocal) - Unreleased
02. Home And Garden feat. Chez Damier - In & Out (D’s Nü-Vo Vox) - OM
03. Ian Pooley feat. Tim Fuller - What I Got Is Love (D’s BHQ Vocal) - Unreleased
04. DJ Bang - St. James Infirmary Blues (Mix...
Watch“Free your mind and your ass will follow”
MAYLEE TODD - Successive Mutations
shot by Mitch Fillion (southernsouls.ca)
June 2010
6 posts
ABLETON SUMMER MUSIC CHALLENGE →
Contest is for High school students only
Contestants must be no older than 18 as of June 14th, 2010
Prizes
Ableton Live 8 Suite
Novation Launchpads
Novation Nio 2/4 Audio Interfaces
SoundCloud paid accounts
Gift Certificates
Chuck D: How To Rap Interview →
goodthingscomeandgolikebadthings:
New free Ableton drum machine plugin made with Max... →
Berlin-based electronic artists Skinnerbox have released sbx 2049, a powerful drum machine to be used with Max for Live. This device is available as a free download for all Max for Live owners.
sbx 2049 is a six-voice synthesis-based drum machine with an integrated pattern sequencer. Its powerful sound design capabilities are easy to use, and provide an infinite variety of sounds perfectly...
May 2010
11 posts
Jose James - Promise in Love
Ableton Live Intro vs Ableton Live 8 →
Ableton Live Intro gives you the essentials of Ableton Live at a great price. Great for casual use and anyone interested in getting started in the music production, performance and djing game.
Ableton Live Intro - $119.99
in-stock now
