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Pioneer DJ DDJ-XP1 Add-On
Controller
Pioneer DJ has launched the DDJ-XP1, an add-on controller with
32 performance pads that is designed to get the most out of
Rekordbox DJ and Rekordbox DVS. Along with the new hardware,
Pioneer DJ also released version 5.0 of its Rekordbox music man-
agement and DJ performance app.
The layout is divided into an upper section controlling key
and beat sync status, while the lower section triggers the 32
performance pads. Effects are controlled by touching the Slide
FX strips.
The DDJ-XP1 has 16 pads for each Rekordbox DJ deck, which
are fully assignable via the Pad Editor in Rekordbox 5.0. The
keyboard lets users improvise with sounds and create musical
phrases similar to synths or other instruments. The key shift func-
tion allows users to automatically change the key of their next
track to match the master deck and shift keys up or down to mix
any combination of tracks in harmony.
For more information, contact SFM: 514-780-2070,
FAX 514-780-2111, [email protected], www.sfm.ca.
Kurzweil SP6 Stage Piano
Kurzweil has released the SP6 stage piano. This portable, 27.25-lb.
digital piano is designed for performing and studio musicians and
features a new Lena processor, FlashPlay technology, 128-voice
polyphony, and DSP.
The SP6’s 88 keys offer the fully-weighted, hammer-action feel
of an acoustic grand with high-definition piano sounds enhanced
by K.S.R. (Kurzweil String Resonance) technology. Its KB3 ToneReal
Organs emulate classic Hammond, Vox, and Farfisa models with
real-time performance controls. The SP6 features 256 factory
programs in 10 instrument categories, with space for 1,024 user
programs. Users can create split and layered configurations with
up to four zones in multi-mode.
An intuitive user interface offers customizable access to the
SP6’s 2 GB of sounds, 20 MIDI controllers, up to four arpeggiators,
and 32 simultaneous FX units.
For more information, contact Efkay Music Instruments: 514-
633-8877, FAX 514-633-8872, [email protected],
www.efkaymusic.com.
Gibson 2018 Hummingbird Guitar
Gibson has introduced the 2018 Hummingbird electro-acoustic
flat-top guitar.
The latest Hummingbird model features a sitka spruce top
with mahogany back and sides, a vintage cherry sunburst finish,
and distinctive hummingbird-adorned pickguard.
The 24.75-in. mahogany neck features a rosewood fingerboard
with a 12-in. radius and 20 frets. Electronics include LR Baggs
Element VTC pickups and volume and tone controls. The nickel-
finished hardware includes Grover Rotomatic tuning machines and
an undersaddle transducer with a two-band preamp EQ.
For more information, contact Yorkville Sound: 905-837-8777,
FAX 905-839-5776, [email protected], www.yorkville.com.
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