Phonic has introduced the MixPod, the latest entry into growing category of iPod DJ mixers.
Though iPod DJ mixers are considered toys by most professional DJs, they have proven to be popular sellers, with the Ion IDJ showing up at retailers like Amazon and Target.
When we talked to reps from Numark and Gemini about their plans for adding pro-level features to their DJ mixers, they both said that they were looking into this, but that there were technical limitations with iPods that created barriers, and no hard firm info was available yet.
Few pros would agree with Phonic’s marketing: “The all new Phonic MixPod gives every Disc Jockey what they require.”
Here are the specs:
- Two universal iPod docking stations
- Control the iPod through the MixPod’s stylish controls
- Auto-squelch talk over function and dedicated microphone input with tone level control
- Phono/line inputs for additional devices
- USB 2.0 connectivity (PC and Mac) enables iPod DJ Mixer to function as a music-loading base
While Phonic’s marketing may be hyperbole, these devices obviously fill a need for a lot of people, and I’ll be interested to see if musicians and artists manage to find ways to bend these devices to their whims.
Source: Phonic
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