TURNTABLE LAB

Populette
Mommy (Harkin And Raney Remix) 12"

new disco and house

Moody new disco from Throne Of Blood's newest duo, Populette (aka Max Pask and Andrew Potter). Both Pask and Potter are veterans of NYC's disco and house scene, and you can tell that they've earned their credentials when you listen to "Mommy(1)." The response is "Daddy(2)," a spacey disco cut that leans a bit more towards the quirky side than its A-side counterpart. Eamon Harkin and Steve Raney, the two DJs behind NYC's legendary Mr. Saturday Night party, put a chicago house vibe down with their remix of "Mommy(3)," while TBD (aka Lee Douglas and Justin V of !!!/Outhud) turn it into a warehouse shaking house cut. Excellent work all around, recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / new electro + electro rock + rave / and more

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Novation
ZeRO SL MKII MIDI Controller

robust controller with intuitive automap

OVERVIEW
Updated version of the popular the Remote Zero SL. The MKII is a robust controller that combines the features of a drum pad controller and a slider/knob controller with a huge and informative backlit display system (displays control information to user). In addition, the Zero SL MKII also features intuitive plug-in mapping thanks to Automap 3 PRO and advanced software control.

FEATURES
The Zero SL MKII features a huge array of touch-sensitive controls - broken down into 8 Encoders (Infinite Rotation) with touch-sensitivity and 11 segment Led rings, 8 Pots (270 Rotation) with touch-sensitivity, 8 60mm Sliders with touch-sensitivity, 32 Buttons with integrated LEDs (37 in MIDI mode), 8 soft feel Trigger pads, and a crossfader - giving you total control on stage or in the studio. There is also a giant 144-character ultra-bright LCD screen that displays all the parameter names and values for the currently selected row of controllers. All 8 faders and 16 knobs are touch sensitive, so the moment one is touched, the display shows the names and values on that row and puts brackets around the controller that is currently being touched. This enables the user to see which parameter is assigned to the controller without having to change the value, or refer to their software. ZeRO SL Mk II also has a dedicated 'Speed Dial' knob, which can be used to change the value of any parameter the cursor is positioned over without making any assignments whatsoever (as seen on the Nocturn). In addition, SL Mk II comes with Automap 3 Pro software which enables you to instantly and intelligently map software parameters to faders, buttons, encoders and pots and other controllers, eliminating all mapping headaches as well as a free software bundle with loops, soft synths and Ableton Live 7 Lite. USB powered.

Upgrades from ReMOTE ZeRO SL:
- Mk II ships with the latest Automap 3 PRO
- All dials and faders are now touch-sensitive
- All ZeRO SL Mk II’s buttons are illuminated
- Mk II features a single LED screen (as it now features the Automap Heads-up GUI)
- ZeRO SL Mk II’s top row of dials have 11-LED rings for instant feedback
- Top row of encoders are now smooth continuous rotary encoders, and the bottom row are pots with 270 rotation.
- ZeRO SL Mk II’s transport control buttons can also be used as fully assignable buttons.
- There is now a crossfader on the ZeRO SL Mk II
- ZeRO SL Mk II features new 'soft-feel' drum pads.
- No longer features batteries
reviewed by the mgmnt

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digital djing systems / all - digital djing

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AIAIAI
Tracks Headset w/ Mic - Blue / Yellow

customizable headphones with mic and iPhone control

AIAIAI's Tracks Headphones are stylish on-ear headphones inspired by the function and design of the classic walkman headphones of the 80's. The simple brace design fits all and ensures a comfortable and secure fit while the slider connecting the ear cup and the brace comes in three sets of different colors for added style and customization. For disassembly you can easily slide off your ear cups and pack them securely for transportation or share your music with a friend. Their development was a collaboration with Kilo Design to ensure a unique expression together with the newest speaker driver technology and highest quality materials. The 40mm speaker offer the full spectrum of sound, from the deepest base to high frequency tones. In addition, these headphones come with a carrying bag for protecting the different headphone parts and keeping the wires from tangling. This model also features an in-line mic that, when used with an iPhone,works with a single push of the button to answer incoming calls and hang up. For using the microphone when using the iPod function on an iPhone, the button functions with a single push to play or stop the music. Push the button two times and the iPod will forward to next song. Compatible with standard 3,5mm jack plugs, fits iPods, iPhones, most MP3 players and laptops.

Driver Unit Size: 40 mm
Plug: 3.5 mm stereo plug
Speaker Impedance: 23 Ohm
Speaker Sensitivity: 112 +/- 3dB
Maximum Operating Voltage: 3-10 V
reviewed by the mgmnt

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listening + audiophile - headphones / dj equipment - new arrivals

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AIAIAI
Z-Sleeve Spinnaker 15" Laptop Sleeve - Blue

sporty laptop sleeve

Z-sleeves are the product of a collaboration between AIAIAI and the young Danish fashion label ThankYouForClapping. The Sleeves consists of three layers, combined to give excellent protection for your laptop. The inside features a smooth mesh liner, which provides a soft touch, while the core is neoprene, known for its excellent shock absorbing qualities and water resistance. Also features a sporty outer nylon layer that adds sturdiness with a heavy zipper on two sides giving you easy access to your laptop and small pocket on the front to store your charger, mouse or cables etc. Fits MacBook Pro 15", Powerbook 15", iBook 14", and similarly sized 15" laptops.

Features:
- Complete notebook protection
- Durable neoprene construction
- Single piece form-fitting construction
- Heavy-duty YKK zipper
- Dimensions 15":
Interior: 14.1 x 9.6 x 1.08 inches
reviewed by the mgmnt

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laptop bags + cases / bags / laptop bags / dj equipment - new arrivals

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Gonjasufi
A Sufi And A Killer (Gaslamp Killer, Mainframe, Flying Lotus) 2LP

anticipated psych-hop debut album produced by GLK

Gonjasufi drops his debut album The Sufi And A Killer on the highly respected Warp label. Lab heads out there hardly need an introduction to his spaced-out, psych-hop styles (which recently got Best New Music on that trident-shaped site by the way) as the 7" singles that preceded have all but sold out. Together with Gaslamp Killer on beats (as well as a few guest beats by LA's finest - Flying Lotus and Mainframe), Gonjasufi transports you to a realm of tripped out lyrics, cryptic chants and psychedelic beat stew. The album starts off with a strange soundscapes that break into the "Kobwebz(1)" to set you on the right astral plane, then kicks into the Flylo-produced "Ancestors(2)" with its heavy sitar bump. By now you are in the proper headspace to appreciate the soft melodies of "Sheep(3)" and conversely, distorted rock of "She Gone(4)" and "SuzieQ(5)" that highlight Sufi's vocal range. Check the highly smoked out groove of "Kowboyz&Indians(6)," the slo-mo gangster funk of "Change(7)," "Duet(8)," the sampled boogie funk goodness of "Candylane(9)," "Holidays(10)" and "Klowds(11)." There's certainly a lot of material to wrap your head around on this album, making it perfect for repeated listens (as well as repeated smoke sessions). Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / warp - vinyl / and more

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Neckface
The Devil Made Me Do It Book

monograph from twisted artist

Neck Face's second book shows why everyone still sweats him. It's impressive to see the progression this guy has made in his art, both in technique and intensity. It just seems a matter a time before he takes his show to video / film, paper and objects can't hold him down. This 156 page book features Neck Face's drawings, paintings, installations, sculptures, random photography, self-portrait series, pee-ing on toilet paper series, and much more. Highly recommended.

- hardcover, 9" x 9", 156 pages
reviewed by the mgmnt

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / art + design books / and more

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A Tribe Called Quest
Rare and Unreleased Instrumentals, Vol.1 2LP

instrumentals for classic ATCQ tracks

Essential collection of instrumentals for the golden era hip-hop fans. This double LP compiles 12 rare and unreleased Tribe instrumentals from People's Instinctive Travels, Low End Theory, and Midnight Marauders. Finally beats for "Butter," "Luck Of Lucien," "Push It Along," "Sucka Nigga," "Everything Is Fair," "Clap Your Hands," and more. Super high quality vinyl pressing too. Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / mash-ups + blends + instrumentals + acapellas / and more

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The Drunk
Islay Edits 12" w/ FREE Bonus 7"

top shelf disco edits, pick

American Standard has been responsible for some of the Lab's best selling edit records of all time (remember that Cole Medina 12" they put out in 2008?), and they're back again with the mysterious Drunk who drops more edit heat for the discerning disco DJ. The Drunk has been silent for some time now (his last record being released on Rong some 5 years ago), but he returns with a bang on this 12" + 7" combo pack. Nothin' but floor filling disco juice on the uptempo "Lagaluvin (1)" and the dirty drunken vocal stomper "Bowmore(2)." Flipside shifts gears and gets into some seriously grown and sexy grooves on "Ardberg(3)" that kills it with slumpy bass and sick synthesizer touches. Also includes a one sided 7" with another boogie groove(4).
Recommended.
reviewed by snackmaster

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / re-edits - disco + italo + cosmic + rockish / and more

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Tittsworth & Ayres
Bustin' Loose CD

unmixed bmore, house, hip hop and dubstep

Yet another unmixed compilation from one of our favorite labels: T&A. If you're a regular browser of the site, you're probably familiar with the bass-heavy club sounds that these guys love so much. There's several already-huge tracks on here from Dave Nada & Rob Threezy, but there's also several new heaters. DJ Ayres contributes "Got Me Gone," a slow rap track featuring Chicago rapper GLC, and that gets remixes from big names like Nick Catchdubs and Udachi. Steve Starks drops a bomb with "Lydia," which is a wild, horn sample based track that also receives its share of remix attention. New comer Nacey also squeezes in here, with his dancey hip hop track "Work For This." The total damage here is 18 tracks, plenty to catch up on if you've been sleeping T&A's more recent releases. Recommended.
reviewed by Hires

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended

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Nooka
Zub Zirc 20 Watch - Black

unconventional watch design

Nooka quirks it up again here, implementing elements of analog clocks on this design. The hours are measured by a circle of 12 dots, minutes by a horizontal meter, and seconds are displayed in a small window to the right. The case is co-molded polyurethane. Other features include chronograph, alarm and water resistance.

Size: 38 x 38 x 10mm/Band Width: 20mm
Water Resistance: 3ATM
Functions: Alarm, Chronograph, Date, Time
Battery: CR2016 Battery (3.0VDC Operating Voltage)
Module: 32,768Hertz Quartz Crystal Oscillation Frequency
Display: TDF LCD Display
Electroluminescent(EL)
Case Material: Co-molded With PU Body
Lens: Mineral Crystal
Case Back: Stainless Steel/Screw In
Warranty: 1 Year
reviewed by Hires

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watches / nooka watches

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DMC: 2009 Battle For World Supremacy + Team Finals DVD

two world battles on one DVD

It's twofer! This DVD contains both the DMC World DJ Battle For Supremacy 2009 AND the DMC World DJ Team Championship Final! Once again the world's greatest turnablists meet for the title of world's supreme DJ. It's an international affair with 18 DJs from around the globe flexing skills to see who's best. Contestants this time around include Switch (UK), Credit (Denmark), Shota (JPN), Erick Jay (Brazil), Rasp (UK), Supreme (USA), Jam Masta(Phillipines), and more. For the Team Finals, 9 teams from around the globe fight for the title. Includes routines from Kireek (JPN), Trauma Team (FR), Bionic Stylus Crew (UK), Battlestar (USA), Mexican Soul (MEX), Cla Leste (Brazil), Simple But Funk (Italy), and more. Bonus features include interviews with Mr. Thing, Yoda, and Shiftee, plus showcases by I-Dee on the Numark NS7 and Jehst, Micall Parknsun and Jazz T.
reviewed by the mgmnt


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Magma
Digi-Bag Digital DJ Bag - Black / Red

messenger style bag for digital djs

Magma's Digi-Bag holds everything a digital DJ would need in a in a messenger style bag that's both practical and well designed layout. The separate and fully padded 15.4" laptop compartment protects the heart of your digital setup while two additional pockets, numerous mesh compartments and a specific hard bodied compartment for Timecode Vinyl (or up to 10 spare 12"s) clearly and efficiently organize all your cables and accessories (hard drives, slim midi controller, interface, cables, etc). Recommended.
reviewed by the mgmnt

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dance - lab recommended / reviewer recommended / reviewer reccomended / laptop bags + cases / and more

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