Allen & Heath have released new firmware for the Xone:DB4 digital DJ FX mixer, with many enhancements and new features. Firmware V1.12 provides a rotary mixer mode, revised gain structure, new effects architecture, new FX types, and the addition of X:Link functionality to connect other compatible Xone products.

Now working DJs on a budget can bring the eye-popping excitement of blue laser beams to their light shows, thanks to American DJ’s new Micro Royal Galaxian blue and red mini laser effect. The coveted blue laser has been incorporated into this tiny new unit, which weighs just 0.8 kg yet blasts out the powerful effects of a unit many times its size.

The Eurovision song contest has never been known as a credible showcase of talent, especially when it comes to the British entries! Even the word ‘Eurovision’ is enough to make many Brits cringe and our recent track record in the competition is hardly something to be proud of. However could our secret weapon to at last enjoy some Eurovision success be the granddad of pop Engelbert Humperdinck?

Peavey Electronics is teaming up with Martin Professional to sponsor the popular Agora Stage at this year’s Musikmesse in Frankfurt (March 21st - 24th). Peavey and Martin will be providing a complete audio and lighting setup for both Agora stages during the entire 4-day trade fair.

The 70s and 80s were an interesting couple of decades for music. Such varied artists, from ‘punk rockers’ to ‘cheesy popstars’ created an invigorating time for new music, but also meant that for some they were ‘the decades that taste forgot’! Whatever you remember the 70s and 80s for, one thing is for sure, the classics are loved by people of all ages and Mastermix have put together some of the greatest hits of these much loved decades onto one CD, their Grandmaster Teenage Kicks album.

Following 16 successful years in business at their Enfield store, mobile DJ gear retailer and regular Pro Mobile advertiser, UDMDJ.CO.UK are moving to new larger premises in Hoddesdon, Herts.

Lead singer of 60s pop phenomenon The Monkees, Davy Jones, died yesterday (29th February 2012) after suffering from a massive heart attack. The Manchester born singer and actor leaves a legacy of hits including mobile DJ essentials ‘I’m A Believer’ and ‘Daydream Believer’.

American DJ have announced their new release, the Bubbletron high-output portable bubble machine. Weighing a mere 2 kg, this compact little dynamo will instantly emit hundreds of flying bubbles per minute with the flick of a switch.

Monacor International have taken the familiar concept of an LED Par Bar kit to the next level with the introduction of their new IMG Stage Line PARL-47SET featuring extremely powerful 3W RGB LEDs. The kit consists of four slim-line LED spotlights, each with seven super bright 3W LEDs, together with a stand, foot controller, 10m connection cable and bag.

The VDJ Toolkit is a massive library of video clips designed for the professional video DJ. It features 120 animations allowing you to display messages on your screens in a slick and attractive fashion. There are 22 different messages and each one is supplied in 5 different styles to cover every occasion.

Mastermix have recently unleashed the 141st edition of their regular Pro Disc, which contains 21 new and forthcoming releases from some of today’s most popular artists. Highlights include tracks from Alexandra Burke, 50 Cent and Scissor Sisters, plus the latest offering from Olly Murs called 'Oh My Goodness'.

Mixed In Key has released Mashup for Windows and Mac OS X, a new software application that lets you quickly and easily beatmatch two or more audio files, edit them, and save the results to a new audio file.

American DJ have recently announced the release of their new Fun Factor LED. This easy-to-use and affordable fixture includes both an RGBW LED moonflower and a white LED strobe, giving users the ability to create a multifaceted light show without having to purchase and transport multiple units.

Mastermix have just released the brand spanking new Issue 309. The ‘only for DJs’ album contains two CDs of modern day chart mixes, megamixes including all-time favourite tracks and some exclusive mash-ups thrown in too!

Chauvet have announced the release of the LFS-5 and LED Followspot 75, two powerful LED spotlights ideal for applications requiring an intense pool of light.

With two colour choices, four channels, one hundred effect combinations and endless creative possibilities, the DJM-850 is the latest addition to the Pioneer mixer range. Superseding the hugely successful DJM-800, this new mixer rivals software’s creative possibilities liberating DJs from their laptops and allowing for a more natural DJing experience.

American DJ have released the latest addition to their Micro Series of mini lighting effects, the new Micro Wash WWCW. It is an ultra-bright mini white LED par can that is extremely lightweight, yet can produce variable colour temperatures ranging from 3000°K (Warm White) to 6000°K (Cool White).

The first meeting of the National Association of Disc Jockeys London Branch will take place on Monday February 27th at the Dukes Meadows Golf Club in Chiswick (Dan Mason Drive, W4 2SH) from 7.30 to 10pm.

Today Denon DJ have officially announced the latest addition to their range, the SC3900, which is a new digital turntable and media controller with 9-inch active platter.

Dexys Midnight Runners have announced their first album in 27 years but without the ‘midnight running’. Now known simply as Dexys, the band will release ‘One Day I'm Going to Soar’ on 4 June.

SEDA will be holding a speaker testing session this Sunday 19th February. The ‘SEDArumble’ will take place at the Checker Mead Theatre and Arts Centre in East Grinsted, West Sussex. The doors will open at 11am, testing will commence at midday and run until 5pm.

Take your tracks to the next level with Denons DJ’s latest Mixer / MIDI Controller the DN-MC6000 which is now compatible with MixVibes Cross digital vinyl and MIDI DJ software.

DJ technology manufacturer MixVibes has announced the launch of CrossDJ Remote, a new app for iPhone/iPod touch that enables remote control of MixVibes' Cross, CrossDJ and the new CrossDJ Free software applications.

Whitney Houston’s career spanned over thirty years and during that time she recorded a string of hit records including ten US number ones and four in the UK. If you’re having trouble choosing which tracks to play this weekend, the people at Billboard have put together a list of her twenty biggest hits in the US charts.

FBT, the Italian loudspeaker manufacturer, has now established its own UK office and will commence trading this month. Known as FBT Audio (UK) Ltd, the London based company will be focused on sales and distribution of its global brand throughout the UK and Ireland.