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Best MIDI Controllers of 2022

Best MIDI Controllers of 2022

Are you a music producer or creator? You need to check out the next video of our 2022 Buying Guide Series.  We reviewed all of the best MIDI controllers of 2022, and here’s what we concluded:

 

1. The Arturia Minilab3

 

An upgrade to the Arturia Minilab MKII, the new and improved Minilab3 will not disappoint.  The Minilab3 has a new built-in screen, meaning more time looking at your device and less time having to look at your computer. More importantly, Arturia replaced eight of the encoders with 4 sliders, which come in clutch when using Arturia’s DAW integration.  The new Minilab3 also includes many other new features, such as Arturia’s arpeggiator mode.  All this, and the Minilab3 is made with recyclable materials, making it the first eco-friendly MIDI controller on the market. 

 

Get your Minilab3 now on digitaldjgear.com for $109!

2. The Novation FL-Key 37

 

If you’re looking for something a little bigger, the Novation FL-Key 37 is the way to go. The FL-Key 37’s 16 pads and 37 keys make just about anything possible on this controller. This MIDI controller boasts both Scale and Chord modes for seamless music creation.  The Scale Mode will transpose the keys you play into the scale of your choosing.  All you need to do is select the root note and the scale you want to hear. Also built-in is three chord modes: Fixed chord mode, Scale Chord mode, and User Chord.  Fixed Chord mode allows you to build a chord and then play   0it along your keyboard  with only one finger.  Scale Chord Mode will correct the notes of the chord  to the scale.  Lastly, User Chord mode allows you to create up to 16 custom chords that can be assigned to any pad you like.

 

Buy your Novation FL-Key 37 here for $199.99!

3. The Novation FL-Key Mini

 

Similar to the Arturia Minilab3, the Novation FL-Key Mini is a Mini MIDI lab controller, great for creating music on the go or as a small addition to your home studio.  At $109.99 it comes in at exactly the same price point as the Minilab3. If you use Fruit Loop Studio to do your recording, then we recommend using the FL-Key Mini as your Mini MIDI controller. 

 

Grab your Novation FL-Key Mini today, available here on digitaldjgear.com!

Our Best MIDI Controllers of 2022 list means you can take all the best music creating equipment into the new year. The Novation FL-Key 37 is a great go-to controller to add to your home studio set-up.  As for mini MIDI needs, we recommend the Arturia MiniLab3, or the Novation FL-Key Mini for FL-Studio users. 

 

Start off the New Year with new music and get your MIDI controllers today at digitaldjgear.com!

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Holiday Buying Guide: Best DJ Lighting of 2022

Holiday Buying Guide: Best DJ Lighting of 2022

Our 2022 Holiday buying guide continues with our list of the Best Lighting Gear 2022.  Here are our favorite lights from this year.

1. Chauvet DJ GigBar Move + ILS

ILS stands for Integrated Lighting System.  ILS allows you to create an ecosphere of ILS lighting fixtures that work in tandem with each other, without having to do any complicated programming.  The GigBAR Move + ILS is a 5-in-1 lighting system. On the exteriors you have two moving head spots. Inside, you have LED PAR wash lights.  Up top are two of the Derby style lights. High up in the middle is a laser.  Lastly, built into the bar, are strobe lights.  Getting all of these lights in one system is a great value and makes your setup much easier. For weddings and private events, the GigBar Move + ILS lighting system gives you great fill without breaking the bank. 

 

 Buy your GigBAR Move + ILS now for just $1299!

2. Chauvet DJ Intimidator Spot 260X

Again from Chauvet DJ, we have the new Intimidator Spot 260X.  This is an upgrade to the older Intimidator Spot 260. One of our favorite features of the new 260X is the ability to daisy chain up to four of these fixtures without having to do any DMXing. We got to see the 260X on demo and we loved them.  They’re small, compact, easy to set up, and great quality. 

 

Get your Chauvet DJ Intimidator Spot 260X now for only $779!

 

3. ColorKey TrussPar Quad 3 Go

 

Want to add some lighting to your gig or event but are operating on a tight budget? Colorkey has got you covered. The ColorKey Quad 3 Go is similar to the Chauvet EZ Wedge Tri.  The Quad 3 Go is battery powered, has power in and out, DMX connection, great battery life, and they’re currently on closeout. You can put it inside your truss leg or totems or place it up against the corner wall for an uplight.  It’s currently on clearance for only $99, making it a great bang for your buck. 

 

Get your ColorKey Trusspar Quad 3 Go now on digitaldjgear.com!

 

 

And there you have it. Our Best Lighting of 2022 list. Everything on this list is in stock and ready to ship from our warehouse in Bergenfield, NJ. If you want to see any of these lights in person, feel free to stop by our retail store at 283 Main Street, Hackensack, NJ.

 

Grab what you need now on digitaldjgear.com!

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Holiday Buying Guide: Best DJ Gear of 2022

Holiday Buying Guide: Best DJ Gear of 2022

Have you checked out our 2022 DJ Gear Holiday buying guide? We put together a guide of all the DJ gear you need to put on your Christmas wish list this year.  Here is our list of the best DJ gear of the year:

1. Pioneer DJ DDJ REV-7

Pioneer DJ made their first moving platter controller. And it is AMAZING.  Straight out of the box, the REV7 is a club-ready controller.  Its battle style layout takes on the form of a DJM-S mixer + PLX turntable setup, all compacted into one 2-channel DJ controller. Its new moving platters are perfect for turntable DJ’s.  Plus, the new Instant Scratch feature comes with 4 built-in scratch sounds that you trigger by pressing the corresponding hardware buttons. If you’re a turntable, scratch, or club DJ, you need a REV7 in your gear arsenal.

 

The REV7 retails for $1999.  Buy yours now here and we’ll ship you a free gift to go with it. 

2. The Pioneer DDJ-REV1

The little cousin to the DDJ-REV7, the REV1 still sports a battle style layout, but comes in a much more compact size. This is a great starter control for DJ’s looking to take their sets up a notch.  It’s simple to use and easy to use at gigs. Plus, you get to practice on a controller similar to the club-ready REV7.  Once you get confident using the REV1, you’ll have no problem upgrading immediately to the REV7 or most other Pioneer DJ Controllers, which are industry standard. If you’re a pro DJ already and you use the REV7 at gigs, then the REV1 is a great controller to have in your back pocket to practice on, and use for ceremony systems, and other smaller events.  When you’re traveling or unable to lug around your large REV7, practice on your REV1 for a similar feel to what you’ll be using at your gig. 

The REV1 currently goes for $279.  Buy yours now here $279. 

3. The Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3

 

The Pioneer XDJ-RX3 has always been great. But, it just got even better with its recently added Serato compatibility. The XDJ-RX3 is a standalone DJ controller which features industry leading Rekordbox software built in\.  It is now also serato compatible. Its included 10-inch touchscreen means you don’t even need a laptop to DJ with this beast when using rekordbox.  Pull up your digital library right on your RX3 or download your playlist via USB and get DJing. It has two platters, 8 effect pads, and an ample included touchscreen. It’s like using a CDJ-3000 + NXS2 setup, only at a third of the price. 

 

Get your XDJ-RX3 now for  $2099!

4. AIAIAI TMA-2-DJ Headphones

These modular design headphones were designed just for DJ’s.  Its mod friendly design means you can replace each part as you desire.  Want to make it wireless? Buy the wireless modular kit.  One of your ear cups broke? No problem, you can replace it.  Headband broke? Replace just the headband.  The sound signature of these headphones makes it especially great for electronic and distorted music.   You can use the TMA-2-DJ headphones when you’re practicing at home or when you’re out on gigs. 

 

Get your TMA-2-DJ headphones on digitaldjgear.com today for only $200!

That concludes our Best DJ Gear of 2022 list.  For professional turntable or scratch DJ’s, take a look at the Pioneer DDJ-REV7 new moving platter controller.  Not ready for a REV-7? Go for the smaller, simpler DDJ-REV1.  For an all-in-one DJ controller ready to use with no extra equipment needed, the Pioneer XDJ-RX3 is your answer.  Lastly, the AIAIAI TMA-2-DJ headphones are a great addition for DJs of all levels and styles.  Shop for your DJ gear now at digitaldjgear.com!