The DJ world is currently experiencing a digital world shakeup due to the advent of new types of digital media formats including MP3’s, these have given birth to a new era of different DJ mixing software packages and different software control devices, all of which have been specially designed to create a more natural and rewarding experience for the DJ when they are interacting with their digital media.

Believe it or not, DJs can now store thousands of music tracks on a hard disk drive, USB memory stick or even an iPod device, all of which can easily be put into a laptop (PC or Macintosh) where the tracks can easily be manipulated by the DJ using different mixing music software. The DJ can now achieve high-quality results that by far exceed the possibilities with analogue media such as vinyl records.

If you want to take DJing seriously, then buying the right DJ equipment is pretty much the most important area you will need to think about. There are so many different types of equipment available so you will need to know which products are the best and which products aren’t worth your money before you consider buying anything.

If you are a trance DJ, then you will have much different needs to a scratch DJ. When it comes to buying the right turntables, mixers, even styluses, making the right choice for you will make all the difference for your career.

Each different model of DJ turntables come with very different levels of torque, tone arm design, and drive. A lot of DJs will recommend that you opt for a direct drive turntable; these have a much higher level of torque. For a long time, Technics, were classed as a world standard in professional DJ equipment. Now, a lot of other competitors are making equipment that is just as good, especially when it comes to direct drive turntables.

Professional 7/3/2-Channel DJ Mixers with USB/Audio Interface, BPM Counter, VCA Control and Software Bundle

BEHRINGER’s new VMX Series DJ mixers have built-in USB connectivity, allowing DJ’s to place MP3s in their mix or send their original creations directly into their computers. These mixers require no special drivers, and include a software bundle with energyXT 2.5 BEHRINGER Edition music production software.

Each mixer in the VMX Series features state-of-the-art phono preamps, inputs for turntables and CD players, mic inputs and dual BPM (beats per minute) counters. These mixers feature VCA-controlled ULTRAGLIDE faders with up to 500,000 life cycles. The adjustable crossfader curves allow users to adapt the VMX to accommodate any mixing style.

The VMX1000USB, VMX300USB and VMX200USB all feature BEHRINGER’s XPQ stereo surround effect, a 3-band kill EQ, Gain control and precision level metering per channel. Additionally, the VMX1000USB has an EQ on/off switch on stereo channels, as well as a subwoofer output. There is also a monitor function with PFL/main balance control & split option and auto-talkover function with separate depth and sensitivity control. The VMX100USB features the most simplified controls, with a 2-band EQ and level meter for MAIN output.

MSRP (excl. tax):
VMX100USB: $119.99 / €79.00
VMX200USB: $149.99/ €99.00
VMX300USB: $219.99 / €149.00
VMX1000USB: $299.99 / €199.00

For more information, visit www.behringer.com.