So, we thought we had it all and then along comes Bitwig studio!

I asked them to let me in on the beta list, so let's see if they do. It looks cool, but I must admit I'm not too sure about learning another DAW. I have to say that this looks like the Serato / Traktor argument to me which
Traktor seems to have undeniably won.

Think music making is just for superstars in studios? Not anymore. The pocket-sized KORG KAOSSILATOR 2 puts the power to create your own tracks in the palm of your hand.

I just had to get into these two apps from http://www.finger-pro.com

The reason behind me being into these relatively simple apps is the fact that they can be controlled by MIDI sync via WiFi. and that means FINALLY we have some apps that not only play their own internally clocked sequences but they play to an external MIDI clock, and that can be generated by your computer via a DAW such as Ableton Live, I really think this is where we are going in the future for live electronic music.OK these apps may be a little simplistic such as rebirth but if this technology really catches on and someone heavy like NI gets behind it, I think the days of having a complete virtual studio or DJ setup using Wifi MIDI and apps on mobile devices are not so far away.

You know it's about time this happened, I was thinking that NI would get to this soon but they've been beaten in the app race by old mates Mixvibes.

I haven't tried the app out yet but I will do for sure. Check the blurb and see what you think.

I have been lucky enough to be asked by FXpansion to try out their latest plug ins Etch and Tremor, love the names.

Both of them are extremely high quality as you would expect from FXpansion, Etch is a very versatile filter with all kinds of settings giving you endless combinations of tonal possibilities. Tremor is a software drum machine with a ton of superb factory sounds and extremely powerful synthesis editing capabilites, making it more like a vintage drum machine than a modern sample based plug in. Check the blurb if you don't belive me.

Reloop Beatmix is the first controller developed especially for the popular worldwide software platform, Virtual DJ.Newbies and experienced DJs alike will soon familiarise themselves with this intuitive 2-channel controller, and in no time at all, can be up and running in the mix.

Pioneer is setting a new benchmark in pro-DJ equipment, with the awe-inspiring RMX-1000 remix station. Taking a totally new direction to effectors and samplers, the RMX-1000 is a three-in-one system comprising editing software, innovative performance hardware and VST and AU plug-ins.

Every DJ knows that a spectacular set requires high-quality headphones. Enter the HDJ-1500s, the pro-DJ headphones that deliver flawless sound reproduction and impressive durability in a seriously stylish package.

London, UK, 26th January 2012 - Leading DJ technology manufacturer MixVibes has announced the launch of CrossDJ Remote, a ground-breaking new app for iPhone/iPod touch that enables remote control of MixVibes' Cross, CrossDJ and the new CrossDJ Free software applications.