Hardware developer Tomash Ghzegovskyy has launched a new boutique MIDI controller: the 32-step sequencer-boasting Digital Warrior.

The Digital Warrior is a compact, hand-built MIDI device featuring 16 assignable, back-lit pads and six rotaries. The unit also features an onboard 16-voice, 32-step sequencer, and comes with ready-made mappings for both Traktor and Ableton Live.

According to its developer, the controller's sequencer utilises Traktor's Remix Decks to allow users to sequence loops, aiming to bridge the gap between Traktor and Maschine.

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Professional Sound and Visual Division continues to make advancements in its lineup of DJ products with the launch of its new DJM-850 performance DJ mixer that brings more functionality for the growing number of DJs that utilize today’s popular DJ software. 

Inheriting many of the same technologies, reliability and operability of Pioneer’s industry standard DJM-900nexus mixer, the DJM-850 also features a built-in high-performance USB sound card, various functions for laptop-connected DJ performances, and the industry’s first1 BEAT COLOR FX function, which changes effects by linking the audio input of each channel.

“Pioneer has included innovative new features in the DJM-850 that expand DJs’ creative capabilities when they’re using their favorite DJ software. We see the growing use of DJ software as a great opportunity to bring professional level quality and features to this space,” said David Arevalo, senior marketing manager, Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.