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Chris is a writer, tutor, and artist - turntablist, controllerist, and producer - that loves writing about the things that inspire him, and being inspired by figuring out how to explain things. He runs Oh Drat, dedicated to production equipment and tutorials.

News

Behind the Scenes: Interview with Serato R&D

Chris Cartledge Jul 20, 2011

Remember our article on timecode and MIDI control article a little while back? We explained at the time that it was just scratching the surface of the realities of what it takes to measure platter control. There are a huge number of factors…

DJ Controllers

Exclusive Review! Novation Twitch DJ Controller and Serato Itch

Chris Cartledge Jul 15, 2011

For too long, the DJ industry has been going round in circles – literally. Novation’s latest offering to the DJ world eschews the entire ‘wheels of steel’ principle and tries to show us another way. We took a look to see whether or not it's…

DJ Equipment / Accessories

Review: Pioneer DJM-T1 Traktor Certified Mixer

Chris Cartledge Jul 13, 2011

Pioneer and Native Instruments are still sitting in that kissing tree, and following the DDJ-T1 controller and the DJM-900 nexus Traktor Certified mixer is the brand new DJM-T1, a two channel mixer that’s got its eye on the DVS market. Of…

DJ Software

iPad App Review: Konkreet Labs Performer

Chris Cartledge Jul 6, 2011

Konkreet Labs Performer is an iPad app that allows you to control your DAW/DJ software thru MIDI signals which are sent via the app’s unique multi-touch interface. Nodes replace traditional controls like faders and knobs, allowing you to…

Artist Features

Inside Look: DJ Dummy and Kontrol S4 Scratch

Chris Cartledge Jun 30, 2011

http://www.youtube.com/v/x9xXU30ktcY?version=3&hl=en_US Native Instruments has announced a free Traktor Scratch Pro upgrade to all users of the S4 who register their product within the next 30 days, and to give you a little taste of…

Controllerism

Power Promotion: Soundcloud Pro Tips

Chris Cartledge Jun 29, 2011

Here at DJ Tech Tools we understand and promote the idea that a very important part of being a DJ is your image, because how people relate to you and what they expect will set the boundaries for what people will allow you to get away with…

Controllerism

DIY MIDI: Still More Fun in 2011?

Chris Cartledge Jun 21, 2011

Last week we looked at a heap of components that are commonly used in DJ controllers. On one hand, having a better understanding of a component’s capabilities should allow you to make more informed judgements about the right "off the shelf…

Controllerism

Total Control! (almost)

Chris Cartledge Jun 15, 2011

Today we’re going to take a quick look into the wonderful world of the controllers we poke, push, pull, twist and waggle on a daily basis. Maybe you’re building your own controller, or maybe you’re looking into buying a controller and need…

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