Archive for February, 2006
2006 DMC World DJ Championship
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After exhaustive discussions between the DMC international branches and plugging in to the opinions of DJs and turntablist supporters around the world, DMC have now decided the following rules of entry for the 2006 DMC WORLD DJ CHAMPIONSHIP.
TURNTABLES: Technics turntables only.
MIXERS: Any mixer - no effects.
STYLUS - The Ortofon range.
DMC gave great consideration to the concept of a totally ‘open’ event allowing use of virtually any analogue products. It was felt however that the staging, particularly in countries were dozens of DJs are eliminated in afternoon sessions, would be almost impossible with constantly changing equipment.
DMC also evaluated the fact that some DJs cannot afford the newer turntable products on the market and this would put some DJs at a great disadvantage. DMC feels that whilst creativity would be advanced in allowing different equipment, it would also create an unfair field of play.
DMC has already responded to the turntablist society when agreeing with the huge majority vote, on line and at the 2005 World DJ Championship Finals, that the event would not allow digital products. This also is based on DMC’s belief that such technology, whilst potentially opening new creative possibilities, also gives advantage to the DJ who can afford such products.
The DMC Championship title must be won in a fair arena where economics do not dominate a DJs potential.
Wherever possible DMC will provide SL1210 Technics turntables and traditional Technics SH-EX1200 mixer. DJs wishing to use alternative mixers should take their own to the event having informed the organisers of the event in advance. No mixer featuring effects are to be allowed. DMC DJ CHAMPIONSHIP rules can be located on dmcworld.com/ In all cases each DMC National Champions will receive an expenses paid trip to the two day DMC World Finals in Paris, France in September 2006.
The 2006 DMC WORLD DJ CHAMPION will be awarded the traditional TECHNICS GOLDEN TURNTABLES & MIXER, the greatest prize in turntablism. They will also be presented with Ortofon’s cheque for $10,000 which can be banked safely when they return to their homeland. They will also receive the Ortofon Gold stylus. Silver mixer and stylus for the Runners-up and Bronze for the 3rd placed DJ.
The BATTLE FOR WORLD SUPREMACY will run to the same equipment rules. The Supreme Champion will win $10,000 plus prizes.
THE DMC WORLD TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP will run to the same equipment rules.
At all events any stylus from the Ortofon range may be used. Organisers will provide stylus at each event although DJs may bring their own Ortofons if they prefer to have ‘worn them in’.
First prize $10.000 (shared between team players).
Details of the event internationally will be posted regularly on dmcworld.com.
May the best man spin!
DMC LTD.
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Very interesting. Should spice up the competition a bit.
Vestax QFO Turntable/Mixer
This project started from a suggestion by Q-BERT, asking for a new instrument for the turntablists of the next generation. To let them mix and scratch like playing a guitar and to spread out the fun to kids.The process of making a new instrument is a simple repeat of creation and destruction. Handmade proto types were made in 4 generations up to No.8, and with Q-BERT testing it for a year and a half, while checking the best position for each knob and feature. Tests for the 180 degrees pitch control, dynamic straight-arm, cross fader were run over and over. When all the problems were solved, the birth of QFO.THE LOW DOWN
The A.S.T.S. arm is known for it’s abilities of not skipping and has now evolved with applying the newly developed Dynamic Tone Arm system that resists skipping at any angle. Original high torque motor as used in the PDX-2000 with great stability and reliability, and a high-grade digital servo that controls the motor in perfectly.
The same Circuitry from the PMC-05Pro series is used in the mixer of QFO. RIAA, amp specialty, VCA control and curve control are all at the highest level of its technology.
Dual PLAY/STOP, QUARTZ LOCK and REVERSE controls lay out on each side of the cross fader to allow DJs the choice of their scratch hands and speedy access. The layout was also designed on a concept of how many features can be controlled at one time.
Reverse switches for the input fader and cross fader is set on the bottom of the QFO, a curve switch for the cross fader is on the front and for the input faders they are set above the fader. Conductive plastic PCV fader has been applied with a new shock absorbent technology called the Shock Mount method, securing supreme stability for the turntable. +/- 60%.
A new style of pitch controlling is now possible thanks to the Spin Slide Pitch control. Slides 180 degrees with a selection of 3 control modes and a variety of linked scratch moves. It is also a very important feature when you’re creating melodies with single note records.
2 line inputs and program channels with Trim and 2 band EQs. Line input and the QFO turntable can be assigned to each program channel and each side of the cross fader freely via the players choice, by simply using a select switch.
Unique stereo monitor system that can select each PGM and MASTER with the 3-point lever switch. Rehearsal play can be performed without sending the sound out to the hall when MASTER is selected, and headphone jacks can be selected from a stereo phone jack or a mini jack.
The 4-foot insulators can be detached easily and 2 belt hooks (not included) can be attached for strap playing. CD & MP3 SCRATCH - Digital scratching is now possible by mounting the TT-M1 on the QFO and connecting it to the CDX-05. With this new combination, music CDs and MP3s can be digitally scratched by using the QFO as an interface.
source: vestax
Technics SH-EX 1200 Battle Mixer
The official DMC world championship mixer, the SH-EX1200, is stripped down to perfection and built to last. This mixer sports an ergonomically designed, long lasting optical cross fader.
Optical Cross Fader
The ergonomically designed optical cross fader ensures a long life and a smooth feel.
Spare In The Trunk
Easy-to-change spare channel fader stored inside - just in case.
Three Column Level Meter
Easy to read, easy to use three column level meter is ideal for the professional DJ.
Review by $abotage
I have used this mixer for about about 3-4 years and I believe it is one of the best basic 2 channel mixers available. The optical cross fader is flawless - and cuts like a razor. I have given it a very decent work out most days and would have put it thru millions of repetitions, still no fader leak! The spare is still in the trunk!
The EQ produces an excellent sound and is very accurate - not many mixers can crunch like this one - the only hunch being only high/low EQ (not all bad). I believe this will go down as one of the all time greatest battle mixers. The Technics SH-EX 1200 Battle Mixer is designed for and excels in all aspects of turntablism.
A great all-round mixer for scratching, beat juggling and mixing, without all the fancy stuff like panning, 3 EQ (high/mid/low) and cross fader curve. A solid build and smooth faders makes for an excellent mixer. I would highly recommend the Technics SH-EX 1200 Battle Mixer for beginners and advanced DJs alike. If you are getting into your turntablism and looking for mixers - get the turntablist’s mixer - the Official World DJ Championship Mixer.
Two faders up. T T
Scratching & Beat Juggling Videos
Yo! The infamous Choppa_HeAvy pointed towards a dope site; Hand Control. They have HEAPS of crazy scratching, beat juggline and battle videos of turntablists such as; ie.MERG, Netik, D-Styles, Mike Bookie, Toadstyle and the Birdy Nam Nam crew. This joint has the most freely available, decent quality Turntablism Videos I’ve seen on the net. Take note of, and bookmark their video section - some crazy dope shit there. ie.MERG shows off his tight beat jugging skills and classy cuts in DJ Craze’s Miami Studios. Netik’s flawless scratching routines never fail to please - gotta love his style. These guys have a NICE collection - check it out. Also worth noting are the Audios and Loops/Players sections. Definately worth checkin out! Two faders up T T.
