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The Big Story
Serato 5.0 finally fixes flexible beatgrids
The public beta introduces Lucid Beatgrids, automatic tempo-change and downbeat detection, plus Open Streaming and Cue Loops. DJs should now spend less time repairing grids.
Software
Eight people can now make a track in one browser tab
Normal by Proxy is a free collaborative studio with four synths, two drum machines, effects and a mixer. No accounts, downloads or saving — admirably little admin.
via Attack Magazine · Sep 11
Gear
Reloop brings back the one-ear booth headphone
The RHP-10 Mono uses a 50 mm driver with kick-bass emphasis for booth monitoring. A specialist tool, certainly, but shoulder-cueing DJs now have a new purpose-built option.
via DJ LIFE · Sep 10
Dirtywave M8 lands on iPhone and iPad
The tracker now has an official iOS app, extending the M8 workflow beyond its dedicated hardware and headless rigs. Useful for building edits and sketches away from the studio.
via CDM · Sep 9
The Feed
ADE cuts ties with Komplott and Overgave
Amsterdam Dance Event revoked the promoters’ festival affiliation over an upcoming booking it says conflicts with ADE’s values. A notable case of a major dance institution putting consequences behind its standards.
via EDMTunes · Sep 13