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JohnBeez Fretless Fader 2010 Update

Semantik — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 08:58:55 +0000

Fretless Fader creator JohnBeez gives an update and explanation of his diabolical hardware creation. In addition to showing off the major/minor switch, he shows how the Fretless Fader has the unique ability to move both up and down an octave.

See more of the Fretless Fader demoed here.

How To Scratch: Jazzy Jay & Afrika Bambaataa

Semantik — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 08:26:38 +0000

A young Jazzy Jay breaks down the art of DJ‘ing, the necessary equipment, and, of course, the proper name.

What’s my real name? Well, for business purposes I usually don’t tell my real name. I think it’s better for you to have somebody to believe in as Jazzy Jay.

Could anyone have said it better?

DJ Q-Bert Interview – Reveals Top 5 Favorite DJ’s + Performance

Semantik — Sat, 20 Dec 2008 19:57:33 +0000

In an segment for Yo! MTV Raps Romania, DJ Q-Bert gives an interview highlighting his thoughts on Serato vs. vinyl, the virtues of analog mediums, and new products being developed for turntablism enthusiasts. He also goes on to speak of turntablism from the point musicianship and reveals his top 5 favorite DJ’s of all time.