World Premier!! Gator Cases G-Tour DJ Arm (Laptop Stand)

Gator Cases have annouced their newest product. The G-Tour DJ Arm.

 

"The Arm" is the 1st laptop stand with 360 degree horizontal adjustment. Usually I would go in-depth about this stand, but Gators video below does all the explaining.

Gator has also made a desk mountable version of this stand called  (G-DJARM-360-DESKMT). These stands can also hold some serious weight (ie: computer monitors).

Product starts shipping in the next 4 weeks with a retail of $149.99 MAP for case mount version &
$159.99 MAP for desk mount version.

- Davey Rockit

Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

Across the Fader 2012

It's that time again, Across the Fader 2 is starting April 7th. This year will have even bigger prizes, and a all star panel of Judges.

Here's the details:

You Wanna Win?

You gotta try out first. Sign up by March 14th and receive $5 off your entrance
fee when you qualify.
Try-outs will be held April 7th at Astro in front of a panel of Judges. Each person will have 2 minutes to show why they deserve a chance to win BIG.

For more info contact Lisa Fayth @ lisaf@astroavl.com or stop by the shop @
Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 or (818) 549-9915
Sign Up Today!!!

Check out last years winner DJ Sku's winning routine.

Akai's MPC-FLY for iPad shipping soon!

Game Changer Alert!!

I'm sure this is old news for some, but Akai has developed the MPC-FLY for apples iPad. This allows mpc users to make beats anywhere!

Unlike its "portable" predisessor the MPC-500, this allows the same work-flow as the original mpc-2000 and introduces the mpc fly ipad app software.

The case itself has an Internal Li-ion battery, 6VDC/3A AC adaptor for charging MPC Fly and iPad2, as well as the classic MPC buttons you'd expect from Akai.

We look forward to this coming out, product ETA ships in March.

- Davey Rockit
Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

Pioneer DJ Tokyo Visits Astro

Pioneer DJ & Astro AVL have a long-standing relationship. With todays market filled with "corporate" chain-stores, it's nice to see one of the worlds biggest DJ companies stay loyal to shops like us.

Aside from having some of the best reps in the business, Pioneer DJ truly values the opinions of working DJs. We would like to thank Pioneer's product planner Kota Hirayama & company for stopping by and valuing our opinions & business. You can check out Pioneers current product list @ http://www.pioneerdj.com/

- Davey Rockit Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

Mixlab News!!! Current 101 Schedule for Itch & Serato

Since opening mid-2009 in L.A's Original DJ Shop Astro AVL, Astro Mix Lab has taught over 1,000 students with a 90% success rate (meaning our student's immediately start professionally DJ'ing and making money after finishing course).

Private lessons are $75.00 for 1 hour and 30 minute lesson.

You can book a private lesson on any these days

We will teach you with Serato how to, Setup/Calibrate, Shortcuts, Looping, FX, Cue Points, and how to utilize those features with mixing & scratching.

all gear provided courtesy of Pioneer DJ, Numark, Serato, & Thud Rumble. Just bring your laptop w/ music.

ASK FOR DAVEY ROCKIT
www.astromixlab.com
Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 or (818) 549-9915

They're Here!!! White CDJ-2000's & DJM-900 nexus

Extremely Limited (Only 500 sets made, not 1000), we have 3 sets available. The complete set runs $5,797.00 US, and can only be purchased as a set.

Give us a call/visit as always @ Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 or (818) 549-9915 or http://www.astromixlab.com/ or http://www.astroavl.com/

- Davey Rockit
Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

Technics SL-1200mk2 vs Numark TTX-USB

Technics 1200's vs. Numark TTX-USB

We did this video live for our annual across the fader DJ battle. The video focuses on the pros and cons of Numarks TTX turntables vs Technics legendary SL1200

Also if interested we have the Numark TTX listed on craigslist @
Numark TTX-USB on Astro's Craigslist

- Davey Rockit

Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

DJ Vajra & Z-trip showcase @ Rane Booth NAMM 2012

The new serato/Rane 61 - 62 / 62-Z mixers are shipping last week of Feb/ 1st week of March, pre-order now!!

The Rane 61 features a serato interface built-in, fx sends/returns, and very high end filter knob. You can also utlize serato/ableton "the bridge" features in this as well for mixtape and live modes.

The Rane 62 features improved cue/sp-6 buttons, a grip of bomb FX, and two USB 2 ports to switch out from one DJ to another.

The Rane 62-Z features a custom shepard fairey (obey) design and custom matching rca cables.

Rane 61 maps @ $1,399.00 US , 62 maps @ $1,999.00 , and limited-edition 62-Z @ $2,099.00.

As always give us a call or visit at Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 or (818) 549-9915.

- Davey Rockit
Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab

Cypress Hill Smoke Out March 3rd 2012

The homies & long time customers Cypress Hill have the annual Smoke Out festival coming up March 3rd with a serious line-up!

 

With a show that has Rusko, Wiz, the Low End Theory Crew, Mobb Deep, Cypress & Muggs why on earth would you want to miss this? SA ALL DAY!

Check out my Soul Assassins Radio mix below.



Davey Rockit - Live on Soul Assassins Radio (Shade45) 9-22-11 by Davey Rockit

Current eBay Store Specials

New from NAMM 2012, Akai EIE audio interface

New product from NAMM 2012

Akai's EIE (Electronic Interface Expander) just arrived in the shop. This audio interface is designed with the electronic producer in mind, hence the name.

With artist winning Grammy’s by producing albums entirely from a laptop some plug-ins, and a controller, the EIE is a perfect match for today’s generation of super-producers.

Features:

First off the EIE is built like a tank (no cut corners in the material department) and features a 3-port USB hub on the back of the interface. This was a smart move

on Akai's part, and as far as we know the first interface of its kind. This is great for MAC users who are limited to just 2 USBs on their laptop, and avoids the extra mess

of buying a USB hub.

The front of the interface features Analog VU meters, which for producers is "butter" to accurately see the output meter of your master output. It also features 4 XLR / 1/4" combo jacks to input your instruments, mics, or DJ setup.

The back of the interface features 4 audio 1/4" outputs (great for multiple monitor setups) and 4 audio 1/4"  inserts (great for MPC users who want to track i.e.: drums, bass, melody, & ect. at once and multi-track them simultaneously). As well as midi in & outs.

Product Testing:

We ran the EIE in Ableton Live 8 Suite with an original style Macbook Pro (2.3 ghz Intel Core2Duo, 4gb ram, 120gb HD). We got the USB Buffer (sample rate) down to 167 samples with a 0.7 ms latency, which is really good.

With the bulk of newer interfaces using DSP audio for direct monitoring with no latency, the EIE comes in surprisingly fast. So if you need to track vocals, your vocalist can monitor their voice with no latency.

The mic-pres sound extremely good, and having the analog VU meter is a nice addition to seeing accurate levels.

Overall:

With a MSRP of $299.00 US, you can’t beat the quality, build, and sound of this interface. If you’re an upcoming electronic producer and need low latency, crisp audio quality, expandability, and a USB hub. This is the interface for you.

Visit us at the shop to pick up yours today! Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 (818) 549-9915 or visit our ebay store @ http://www.astroavl.com/.

- Davey Rockit, Astro AVL LA’s Original DJ Shop

Astro's own Douglas Kane releases classic Hip Hop mix

Doug, who's been with Astro since 2008, released a classic Hip Hop Mix this week featuring groups from Pete Rock & CL Smooth to a Tribe Called Quest.

New White Pioneer CDJ-2000 & DJM-900 Nexus (set) arriving soon!

NAMM 2012 in Anaheim, CA

Pioneer DJ introduces a very exclusive limited to 500 sets of CDJ-2000's and DJM-900 nexus.

Since the beginning Astro AVL & Pioneer DJ have had a long standing relationship ( our sales staff has giving conceptual ideas to there products, & Pioneer sponsors Astro Mix Lab ) and we will be receiving a very limited number of these sets.

For more info & pricing, give us a call @ Astro AVL / Astro Mix Lab (818) 549-9915 or visit us @ 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201.

Getting Started

  Greetings, soon to be viewers. Just getting started, expect a steady feed of DJ news, videos, music, reviews, store updates, and specials to come. If you've never been to our physical store please visit us Astro AVL 6615 San Fernando Rd. Glendale, CA 91201 or (818) 549-9915 or http://www.astroavl.com/.

  We are L.A's original DJ shop and have been serving the Los Angeles DJ community since 1974. Our school Astro Mix Lab (which this will be a hub for mixlab updates as well) has been open for 2 years and already have taught over a thousand students. For the meantime visit us @ http://www.astromixlab.com/