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Dan White

Dan White is the DJ TechTools managing editor. He's been DJing for over ten years, starting on Virtual DJ, then Serato Scratch Live, then Traktor Pro, and then CDJs. He also promotes and is a resident DJ for San Francisco's Zero Fucks.

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NAMM 2019

Denon DJ Probably About To Announce XDJ-RX2 Competitor

Dan White Jan 14, 2019

Denon DJ shared some photos on Instagram that seem to be revealing a standalone Engine unit - and we suspect it will be an XDJ-RX2 competitor. It might even have four decks.

Phase Wireless DVS System Delayed Again; Expected Launch In March

Dan White Jan 10, 2019

In yet another setback, the wireless Phase DVS replacement system that was first teased at NAMM 2018 has been pushed back again - with units now expected to be shipping end of March 2019.

NAMM 2019

Reloop ELITE Mixer + RP-8000 MK2 Turntable: Challengers To Pioneer and Technics

Dan White Jan 8, 2019

Today Reloop announced two new products that aim to challenge industry standards. The Reloop ELITE mixer feels specifically targeted to take on the DJM-S9, and the new RP-8000 MK2 represents a much more futuristic approach to DJ turntables…

Breaking News

Technics SL-1200 MK7 Revealed At CES 2019 With DJ-Focused Features

Dan White Jan 7, 2019

The brand new Technics SL-1200 MK7 was just revealed at NAMM, with reverse play, torque adjust, a coreless direct drive motor, and more. Read the details we have so far.

Breaking News

APC Live: Akai Has Created A Standalone APC

Dan White Jan 3, 2019

What happens when you cross an Ableton Push 2, a Novation Circuit, and an MPC Live? Akai is set to release the APC Live, a new standalone production unit. See the leaked photos and details.

Breaking News

Technics Will Release New SL-1200 DJ Turntable At CES 2019

Dan White Jan 1, 2019

A new Technics SL-1200 MK7 could be about to be released next week at CES 2019. Panasonic has send out a save-the-date notice about an event called "Technics7th".

Basic DJ Tips

Projecting Confidence Makes You A Better DJ: Here’s How To Do It

Dan White Dec 21, 2018

Feeling nervous? Don't worry, almost every DJ does before a gig. This article has a bunch of tips for feeling more confident - preparation tips, mindset hacks, physical self-reflections, and how to screw up with style.

Artist Features

The Holiday Gear Wishlists of 10 Touring DJs + Producers

Dan White Dec 20, 2018

Read what's on the holiday gear wishlists of real DJs, producers, and rising stars this year, including Ummet Ozcan, Leftwing:Kody, Teminite, Danny Avila, and more.

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