Hello New Gear – November 2021

We all know beyerdynamic headphones (especially the DT-770 Pro) as the ubiquitous cans in studios, both professional and home setups. The reason for this is that they simply don’t fail our ears… and they are relatively affordable and easily fixable and washable (with their detachable parts). And now there is a new and improved “X” version with a detachable cable, extended low (sub) range, even softer earpads, a new sleek design and more. Check out the comparison video below!

The Pro X series of condenser mics by beyerdynamic feature a balanced frequency response and deliver high-resolution sounds in professional recording quality. Their capsules are internally mounted in a way that effectively prevents the transmission of mechanical vibrations and handling noises, while the integrated high-density foam suppresses unwanted noises such as plosives. There are two new models: M-70 Pro X and M-90 Pro X, dynamic and condenser respectively. Check out the review video below for an in-depth review and comparison of the two mics!

The Numark Mixstream Pro is the solution to all your DJing needs in 2021! Providing you with top-of-the-line performance at a fraction of the price. Frist off, it has integrated WIFI music streaming for access to services like Tidal, Beatport, Beatsource, Soundcloud Go+ and Dropbox. It also boasts an embedded operating system for laptop-free DJing, a 7-inch multi-gesture HD touchscreen, two 6-inch scratch wheels with Smart Scratch function, 4 dual layer performance pads on each deck, pitch bend buttons and much more. Check out the video below for a full review of this fantastic piece of hardware!

The Wolfmix W1 is a state-of-the-art standalone DMX lighting controller, no computer required! What’s great is that it’s compatible with any DMX fixture. It accommodates up to 4 DMX universes (2048 channels. Add-on required for U3+4), up to 680 fixtures & beams, up to 50 fixture types, up to 5000 fixture properties (colour/gobo etc…. ), 8 fixture groups, 6 projects and much more. You will simply leave your spectators in awe with this super tool! Sit back, grab a coffee and enjoy the 35-minute video tutorial below!

Startone’s MK-400 is a bang-for-your-buck keyboard! It boasts an FX & Filter touch pad, 61 keys with touch response, 64-note polyphony, 580 voices + 5 sampling, 180 styles, 200 songs, layer, split, duo, style control, metronome, reverb, chorus, DSP, DJ effects, master EQ, mixer, sequencer, record & playback capability, SD card slot (128GB), pitch bend and so much more! Did we mention it sounds incredible?

The ZOIA Euroburo is a superb digital modular system which now has a headphone output and an optional compact case so that you can either use it as a desktop device or mount it onto a Eurorack. Practical right? It’s also very tactile and makes patching, deleting and moving modules and editing values really easy via the push-button grid. Check out the video below to see how you can make some fantastic ambient music with the ZOIA Euroburo!