Hitsquad News for Musicians  

As part of our series of DJ equipment reviews, here are the best DJ speakers for mobile setups, providing the most ideal combination of portability, control, power and value.

The new Reactable Live! S4 is a unique synth that lets you create sound and music through a touch screen table.

Native Instruments introduces the Drop Squad Maschine Expansion, featuring deep sounding dubstep and bass music.

International Songwriting Competition (ISC) extends their deadline for submission of entries until November 1, 2012.

Vestax Spin2 is compact and portable DJ controller, specifically designed for the Algoriddim Djay Mac and iOS software.

Here is our review of the best DJ controller options on the market today, showcasing modern features with impressive analog feel that will enhance laptop-based setups.

Reloop Tape is a portable audio recording interface that reminds you of the mixtape era with its retro style cassette chassis.

Native Instruments introduces the Traktor Kontrol Z2, a DJ mixer control hardware with 2 stand-alone and 2 remix channels.

Pioneer introduces their latest DJ controller, a four deck controller specially designed for the new Serato DJ Software.

The Ultrasone Signature DJ Headphones are now available, a bass-heavy pair of cans inspired by experiences of DJs worldwide.

Induce more LSS (Last Song Syndrome) by creating impressive vocal tracks for your music, with these top vocal VST plugins.

Cakewalk Sonar X2 is now available online or through retailers, featuring improved Skylight interface and other enhancements.

Moog Music plans to discontinue the Minimoog Voyager Select Series at the end of 2012, and offers discounted prices for the last units.

IK Multimedia announces the availability of iRig Pre, a mobile microphone interface and preamp for iOS Devices.

Behringer launches a global contest called The Next Level, giving away a Behringer X32 Digital Mixer to one lucky winner.

Sony makes their Sound Forge Pro audio recording and editing software available for Mac OS X users.

Here is our Vocal Effects Processor roundup, featuring pedals that will enhance your singing and add excitement to your vocal performances.

Existing portable audio interfaces now have to contend with a new contender, the 2-input Roland Duo-Capture EX.

Focusrite brings their sought after mic preamps into a new portable USB audio interface that literally fits in your pocket - the Focusrite Forte.

We bring you the best among the cheap studio monitors, great for budget home studios and ideal as lo-fi alternatives.

Pioneer upgraded their flagship DJ Player, transforming it into the new CDJ-2000nexus, now with more features and Wi-Fi connectivity.

Get your instruments and vocals recorded straight into your iPad with this dual input audio interface from Focusrite - iTrack Solo.

Roland introduces two MIDI Keyboards, the A-49 and A-88, featuring professional response and playability in portable sizes.

Percussa's Soundor is a free and open source FM Synthesizer for Max4Live, designed for use with AudioCubes controller.

Pioneer introduces the DDJ-WeGo DJ Controller, combining style and portability with built-in multi-colored lights and effects.

IK Multimedia releases iRig Keys, a slim and portable MIDI controller keyboard that connects to iOS devices and computers.

Native Instruments gives out official details of the new Maschine and Maschine Mikro, and is set to release them on October 1, 2012.

Novation has announced the coming of the MiniNova, a compact synthesizer with live performance enhancing features and a built-in mic.

Mackie unveils the DLM Series, a new line of 2000W powered loudspeakers that deliver big sounds at one-third the size of regular speakers.

Native Instruments comes up with a new Maschine expansion that covers Detroit's afrobeat, hip-hop, funk, and deep house music.