Public Beta Testing for Traktor 2.11.0

Traktor is calling on all professional DJs to join its public beta testing exercise for the soon-to-be-released Traktor 2.11.0. This is an opportunity to contribute to the development of  Native Instruments’ Traktor which is ‘The Future of Sound’.  In addition to several bug fixes, this release will support MacOS Sierra and will see the end Read more about Public Beta Testing for Traktor 2.11.0[…]

Time out with VDJ Sparrow

Recently, we spent some time out with VDJ Sparrow (CEO Fabulous Sounds) and he had so much on his mind for his fans, colleagues, upcoming DJs and the everyone else. We will be bringing you the full gist in a little bit. You do not want to miss this one. Like our Facebook page, follow us Read more about Time out with VDJ Sparrow[…]

Silent Disco – An end to Noise Pollution?

With the recent enforcement of laws on noise pollution in places like Lagos, Nigeria. Silent Discos seem to be an interesting alternative to loud sound systems. In fact, Silent Discos presents an opportunity for several DJs to play simultaneously (via different channels) maybe in different genres to satisfy the different needs of the audience which Read more about Silent Disco – An end to Noise Pollution?[…]

Art of Deejaying, WK 12 – Fundamentals of Scratching

Welcome to SKAH DJ Blog! Scratching is one technique that excites most beginner-DJs. Usually they try to get into scratching too quickly without even learning the fundamentals of scratching. The harder they try to incorporate scratching into their DJ set, the worse their DJ set is due to poor cuts, wrong timing, and wrong choice Read more about Art of Deejaying, WK 12 – Fundamentals of Scratching[…]

Art of Deejaying, WK 11 – Beatgrids

Welcome to SKAH DJ Blog! Our focus is on beatgrids this week. Have you ever wondered what beatgrids are? Of what use are beatgrids? Why do I need to set beatgrids for the tracks in my library? Well, this article answers all these questions and more. Beatgrids, simply put, are series of markers that point Read more about Art of Deejaying, WK 11 – Beatgrids[…]

Watch out for these in October

Prolight + Sound Middle East 2016 An international trade show/exhibition in the MENA (Middle East and Africa) region dedicated to technology and services for the entertainment, event, media and creation industry. International brands will showcase their latest innovations to the buyers of the expanding and demanding Middle East and African market. This event will hold in Dubai Read more about Watch out for these in October[…]

Art of Deejaying, WK 10 – Advanced Features in Serato DJ

Welcome to SKAH DJ Blog! We will be looking at a few advanced features in Serato DJ. We will take a look at Flip, Loop Roll, Slicer and SP-6 Sampler. Flip Flip is a cool creative feature in Serato DJ that allows you to recreate or transform a track into your own personalized remix or Read more about Art of Deejaying, WK 10 – Advanced Features in Serato DJ[…]

Serato DJ 1.9.3 is out!!!

The much awaited Serato DJ 1.9.3 is finally out, with a lot of exciting new features that opens up a new world of possibilities for the ‘creative minds’. This new update also comes with a lot bug fixes. Here are some of the new features of Serato DJ 1.9.3 The new Max OS X 10.12 Read more about Serato DJ 1.9.3 is out!!![…]

Art of Deejaying, WK 9 – Negotiation Skills

Welcome to SKAH DJ Blog! We will be looking at Negotiation Skills this week. I once read an article that stated that DJs should not negotiate, as deejaying is not a kidnap or ransom situation. Well, that statement is not totally wrong but it is misleading. If you are not a celebrity DJ or a Read more about Art of Deejaying, WK 9 – Negotiation Skills[…]

New from Numark

MixTrack Platinum  This controller has LCD displays built into its 5” jog-wheels which displays track information and play position. Its a 4 Channel controller inheriting the features of the MixTrack Pro 3 and more new cool features. Features Hi-res LCD multi-function displays on each jog wheel Dual 5-inch metal platters w/Numark-exclusive touch-capacitance response 4-deck capability Read more about New from Numark[…]