Millenium Falcon Turntable: Wookie Wookie

In a club far, far away, Marco of Picotek Design must be wowing the crowd not just with his beats but with his one-of-a-kind gear as well. His highly modified turntable is based on another highly modified piece of equipment: the freighter-turned-smuggler’s ship Millenium Falcon.

millenium falcon technics 1200 turntable by picotek design

Marco said he stumbled upon the toy replica of Han Solo’s ship and got it for a mere $2 (USD), albeit with some of its parts missing. He stowed it away for a couple of years, then one day decided to combine it with another relic from the 70s, a Technics 1200 turntable. Marco says he’ll upload more pictures of the turntable soon.

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Pyle Retro Belt-Drive Turntable

Pyle has unveiled its latest Retro Belt-Drive Turntable which is guaranteed to turn heads. After all, this unique USB turntable comes in the form of a classic briefcase, where it was specially designed with not only form but function in mind as well. The sleek and stream-lined fold-away unit is highly portable and is made up of a couple of built-in anti-magnetic speakers. Updated with cutting edge technology combined with nostalgic design, the PVTT2U offers the ultimate fusion of sound and style.

Of course, playing your favorite vinyl records is not the only thing that the Pyle Retro Belt-Drive Turntable is capable of doing, as you are also able to hook up to your PC directly via an USB port, paving the way for easy conversion of classic vinyl’s to the far more favored MP3 format in this digital day and age. In a nutshell, the PVTT2U will arrive with just about everything you require in order to get connected and edit your music collection, all thanks to a simple plug in. You can also take advantage of all the PVTT2U’s features through the editing of actual music files, while coming up with playlists for any occasion with the included software. This is definitely the way to merge the best of digital and analog technologies, and it would also make for a good present for the older generation folks in your home as it is capable of transforming your bulky stack of vinyl records into a compact digital music library.

The PVTT2U will deliver high quality performance for every audio need imaginable, and wireless playing capability is not out of the question, either. The rechargeable battery and briefcase-style will enable one to enjoy music on-the-go, making the PVTT2U ready when you are! Juice up the turntable by hooking it to your computer via the USB cable, or opt to plug it into a wall outlet via the included AC-USB adapter, it does not matter either way.
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Pioneer intros Platinum Edition CDJ-2000nexus, matching mixer and remixer

Pioneer intros Platinum Edition CDJ2000nexus, equally flashy mixer and remix station

DJs and even nightclubs don’t always get to choose the decks for gigs or studio sessions. In the event they do, however, they’ll likely want a rig to remember — and Pioneer is more than willing to sate that desire with new Platinum Editions of the CDJ-2000nexus CD turntable, DJM-900nexus mixer and RMX-1000 Remix Station. All three are similar to existing equipment on the inside, but come with an extra-reflective chrome finish that’s bound to be noticed, if more by the DJ than the audience on the dance floor. They’ll also be harder to find when they’re shipping in limited quantities from the outset; the mirror-like treatment is coming to just 4,000 units of the CDJ-2000nexus, and 2,000 each of the DJM-900nexus and RMX-1000. Scratch artists looking for full-on flash will need to buy two turntables and a mixer together as part of a $8,499 Platinum Edition set due in February, although those wanting a small taste of the experience can buy the remixer by itself for $1,199.

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PIONEER OFFERS PLATINUM LIMITED EDITION OF ITS FLAGSHIP DJ GEAR – CDJ-2000NEXUS PLAYER, DJM-900NEXUS MIXER AND RMX-1000 REMIX STATION

Pioneer DJ today announced the creation of “Platinum Editions” of the CDJ-2000nexus professional multi-player, DJM-900nexus performance digital mixer, and RMX-1000 Remix Station. The Platinum Edition models will have a limited run of 4,000 units for the CDJ-2000nexus, 2,000 units for the DJM-900nexus, and 2,000 units for the RMX-1000, which will be available at Pioneer DJ authorized retailers worldwide and released in February 2013. The limited Platinum Edition series products will feature an ultra-sleek mirror chrome finish, each with a distinctive plaque engraved with the production run and serial number to indicate its authenticity. A system, which includes two CDJ-2000nexus-M and one DJM-900nexus-M, will be sold as a set with a suggested retail price of $8499, while the Platinum Edition RMX-1000-M will be offered separately with a suggested retail price of $1199.

CDJ-2000nexus-M features include:

o. Users can choose their media source from a USB storage device, SD memory card, CD- or DVD-ROM Disc, DJ software via MIDI/HID or even using music stored inside Wi-Fi(R)1/USB-connected smartphones and tablets
o. rekordbox[TM] music management software for analysis, management, and playback of music files.
o. Pioneer’s PRO DJ LINK2, which enables up to four digital CDJ players to be connected for sharing music files stored on a single USB device and/or SD card
o. High efficiency Wolfson(R) Microelectronics digital-to-analog (D/A) converter for accurate sound reproduction, faithful to source material
o. Slip and Quantize functions, which enable reliable performance without changing the flow of the original track. Using the My Settings feature, the function settings of a player can be saved to an iPhone(R), iPad(R) or iPod touch(R), USB storage device, or SD memory card. For additional convenience, the settings can also be can be made ahead of time on the rekordbox app or software, allowing users switch to their settings when a connection is made to the CDJ-2000nexus.
o. Up to 35 controls on the surface of each player can be used to trigger other devices, such as DJ effectors and software by way of HID and/or MIDI
o. Active Loop function automatically starts loops when playback begins from a specified point
o. Load Previous Track feature provides playback of prior music that has been loaded to the player
o. Rating on the Go function allows users to rate tracks during play for easy reference or sorting
o. Auto Standby function switches power to standby mode when no operation or input is detected for a certain period of time

DJM-900nexus-M features include:

o. Multitude of effects options including six types of Sound Color FX and 13 types of Beat Effect
o. Built-in 24-Bit / 96 kHz high performance USB soundcard3
o. Built-in “X-Pad” for controlling multiple parameters with a touch to enhance the user’s performance
o. Ability to connect Pioneer(R) digital players that support the PRO DJ LINK feature for highly accurate BPM and beat location information, resulting in precise beat matching4
o. Built-in high performance 32-bit digital signal processor to suppress digital and analog circuit noise
o. Highly durable high-performance channel fader
o. Auto Standby function
o. Gold-plated RCA PIN ports

RMX-1000-M features include:

o. Knobs, buttons and layout of unit ensure intuitive operation and control
o. Remixing options are virtually endless with Scene FX, Isolate FX, X-PAD FX, and Release FX controls
o. Supports VST5/AU6/RTAS(R)7 plug-ins to utilize effects from DJ play for song production
o. Includes special remixbox[TM] editing software, enabling effects and customization
o. High-quality sound design delivers clear and powerful DJ sound
o. QUANTIZE function enables real-time music analysis and synchronization of effects along with the beat of the music
o. AUTO BPM function automatically measures and follows the tempo of music
o. Compact design for portability
o. Ability to be used as MIDI controller via included USB-MIDI standard

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Ion reveals digital conversion turntables for iOS, PC and Mac, we go hands-on

Ion reveals digital conversion turntables for iOS, PC and Mac

Vinyl may be the format of choice for discerning audio connoisseurs, but those harboring love for both digital and analog options may have their interest piqued by Ion’s latest lineup of turntables. The iLP Lightning takes a traditional turntable, replete with RCA outputs, and adds a 30-pin dock connector that’s compatible with Cupertino’s Lightning to 30-pin adapter. Leveraging a free app, the table converts a record’s audio to MP3 files, separates it into tracks and saves it to docked iOS devices. If you’d rather not have songs sent to your iDevice of choice, the rig also includes a USB cable for routing tunes to a Mac or PC with a gratis desktop app. Ion is also serving up the Pure LP, which removes the 30-pin dock from the equation. As for availability, the iOS-compatible tables are expected this summer for $99.99 in white, red, blue, black and a woodgrain finish. Analog diehards can have some fun too with the Live LP table, which packs stereo speakers, standard RCA outputs, a natural wood finish and nothing in the way of digital conversion. Click on to the break for photos and the full press release.

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LEGO Record Player Makes Vinyl Sound Like the Devil’s Music

LEGOs can be used to make all sorts of contraptions, but I never thought about making a record player out of them. But that hasn’t stopped numerous people from attempting the task over the years – as you’ll find if you do a search on YouTube.

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YouTuber Old Music on Vinyl’s LEGO turntable is fully-functional, and has LEGO and Technic components for the base, mechanism and the parts that hold the arm. The platter itself isn’t a LEGO part though, and is actually a giant gear from a toy kit called “The Gear Box.” Of course when I say “fully-functional,” that doesn’t mean that records play properly – something about the instability of the player causes records to play with a horrible, warbly tone that sounds like it came out of a horror movie. Or maybe something you’d hear in the background after Rapture floods in BioShock 2.

Wow, I’m going to have nightmares with that song going through my head now. That sounded like ABBA on quaaludes. So maybe LEGO isn’t the most practical tool for building a good record player, but it’s still kind of cool that people are trying.


iLP Turntable merges old school with new

Is there a generation gap when it comes to music these days? Some might say so, and continue to diverge in their paths, while other folks who have more inclusive tastes do not mind listening to the songs of old from a different era, coming to appreciate what their parents used to rock out to. Well, in terms of music playback devices, so too, will there be differences that need to be bridged – and with the £99.99 iLP Turntable ($149.99 from Amazon.com).

    .com, that day has finally arrived. The iLP Turntable is suitable for vinyl lovers, where it will be able to convert all the tunes from your old LPs straight to your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch – all without the need for a computer to function as the middle person in the equation.

    All you need to do to transfer vinyl directly to your iPad is to pop the player in the slot, spin the vinyl and press the record button. The iLP Turntable will have all the necessary brains within to perform some sort of electronic, digital magic, transforming all of those classics of yore directly to your iPad’s music app. Heck, it is even capable of separating tracks automatically to boot.

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    Philips’ Mini Hi-Fi System lets you dock iPhones, spins them into turntables

    Philips' Mini HiFi System lets you dock iPhones, spins them into turntables

    The iDevice clique’s had no shortage of options when it comes to choosing DJ-friendly gear. Now one of the latest peripherals to enter the spinning market is Philips’ Mini Hi-Fi System, which boasts a modest 300W total output power and offers a cozy turntable canvas that has docking room for a couple of iPhones — in theory, iPod touches should be okay to fit as well. Furthermore, the beat-inducing apparatus is also compatible with that rather popular djay application for iOS, making it easier to mix, scratch and blast all your favorite tunes in one place. Philips launched this Mini Hi-Fi add-on a while back, but today it’s finally placing it up for grabs in the UK for a hefty £300, or about $470 if you’re this side of the Atlantic. Be sure to click on past the jump to quickly gaze at a largely appealing pic gallery.

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    How to Digitize Your Vinyl Collection [How To]

    Your LP collection may be the coelacanth of storage mediums, but it is often a repository of tracks and titles that you simply can’t get anywhere else. Here’s how to digitize your wax-platter music, and finally drag the last remnants of your analog life into the 21st Century. More »

    Ultra-Portable USB Turntable

    Now here is something that brings together the old and new under a single roof – with the Ultra-Portable USB Turntable, of course. You can choose from two flavors – the £49.99 LP 2 GO or the £59.99 Duo Deck. Regardless of your choice, both of them were specially designed with easy transport in mind, making them an extremely portable version of the turntable.

    The tone-arm can itself can be locked into place whenever you are up and about, and as there is no large platter that can be found on conventional turntables, it is capable of slipping easily into a backpack or a drawer without missing a beat. Other hardware specifications include an integrated speaker, a 1/8” external jack and can be powered by either being plugged in to the mains, a USB port, or the old standby – batteries.

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