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Review: Only Roots has head into 2014 in busy fashion with several new7"s all dropping to keep dub lovers in a happy mood. This one tackles the delightful Marie Bowie, who was produced by Barry Biggs for 'It's My House'. It's a soul drenched sound with her vocals adding all the lovestruck vibes you need next to plenty of sunny melodies. On the flip is 'House In Dub' which is a killer dub in its own right but if you prefer this without the vocal, you have us worried.

Review: It's surprisingly not that common for a director to pick music for their movie. There are accomplished experts at scouring and sourcing the most powerful and moving tunes for cinema, and, of course, composers who have established themselves as maestros of silver screen scores. Luca Guadagnino is an exception to the rule, then, with his coming-of-age drama, Call Me By Your Name, soundtracked via his choices. And what choices they are. The film itself is beautiful and incredibly moving, adjectives which also apply to the accompanying sounds. From the theatrical pop of Loredana Berte, to the staggering instrumentation of Ryuichi Sakamoto and heartfelt cries of Sufjan Stevens, this collection of tones is as varied as it is captivating from beginning to end, and - whether you've seen the flick or not - deserves a place on everyone's shelf.

Notes: ***B-STOCK: Item refurbished, repaired and in perfect working order.***


More bang for your buck? Omnitronic's four-channel offering is a competitively priced alternative to entry-level mixers from Pioneer or A&H. Built-in mp3 playback from USBs and audio streaming over Bluetooth.

Supplier notes:
- 4 input channels with gain control, LED level meter, 3-band equalizer, cue button and channel fader
- DJ microphone channel with level control, 2-band equalizer, on/off and talkover switch
- Integrated Bluetooth audio streaming for your smartphones and tablets
- MP3 player with USB port and blue LCD screen
- Pre-fader listening to all input channels and the master output via adjustable stereo headphones output
- Crossfader with assignment switches and adjustable curve
- Master channel with level and balance control
- 10-digit stereo LED level meter
- Adjustable monitor output (DJ booth)
- 10 line and 2 phono inputs via RCA jacks
- Balanced XLR and RCA outputs
- Record output, independent of the master

Review: Dimi Angelis makes a fine statement with his 13th release via the ANGLS label and it is packed with raw, authentic beats across four robust tracks that are destined to captivate dancefloors. The A-side features 'Shadowland' which immediately ensnares listeners with its lasso-like loops and spatial nuances. Meanwhile, 'Intergalactic' ignites the dancefloor with its mechanical noise assault and superbly uses the 909 to build suspense with punchy rhythms. Flipping to the B-side, 'Crionics' plunges you into a deep sonic abyss where tension abounds and finally 'Ice Warrior' concludes the journey with abstract yet fulfilling frequencies. Dimi Angelis returns with his distinctive sound, primed to electrify floors from basements to warehouses once more.

Notes: "Transform your musical experience with Chroma Caps - vibrant, tactile, coloured knobs and faders for ultimate control. Chroma Caps are designed by real DJ's and musicians who know what you need to elevate your control, offering a personalized touch to your setup. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a budding enthusiast, Chroma Caps bring a new level of creativity and functionality to your DJ gear. Upgrade now and unleash your unique style on the decks!"

What's included

12x 90 degree Super Knobs, 5x Fader Pro, 3x Magvel Fader Pro

Fits
"Allen & Heath Xone:42/62/92, Allen & Heath Xone:4D, Allen & Heath Xone:DB2/4, Allen & Heath Xone:PX5
Pioneer DJ DDJ-1000/SRT, Pioneer DJ DDJ-1000SRT, Pioneer DJ DDJ-SZ2, Pioneer DJ DJM-700/750/800
Pioneer DJ DJM-900NXS/2, Pioneer DJ DJM-A9, Pioneer DJ DJM-S11/SE
Pioneer DJ DJM-S9, Pioneer DJ Opus Quad, Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX/2/3
Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ, Pioneer DJM-V10, Traktor Kontrol S3"

Super knob base diameter: 14.2 mm x 19.6 mm tall
Faders/Fader Pro: 22mm long x 12mm wide x 14.25mm tall (improved fit for P-Lock Pioneer faders)
Magvel Pro Fader: 22mm long x 12mm wide x 14.25mm tall (improved fit for P-Lock Pioneer faders)
Weight: 0.01 lb / 0.005 kg

*** Please note: the mixers and turntables are not included, they are shown in the photos for demonstration purposes only. ***

Notes: The highly coveted Octave Clang has made a triumphant return to Death By Audio's Queens workshop. Long presumed extinct, the OC was never really gone, merely in a state of hibernation-evolving, refining, and enhancing its already extraordinary sound.

In the decade since it disappeared, Death by Audio have revisited the original Clang circuit, sculpting it into something better-a more ferocious, menacing, and thunderous force that is as usable as possible for today's musicians.

Embraced by professionals and punks alike, the vintage Octave Clang was created to unleash distinctly unconventional tones that captivated the senses. In this, it succeeded, but many users found it difficult to tame. Today, Death By Audio have refined and extended the range of the original controls, added a foot-switchable octave, and did some under-the-hood supercharging.

The resulting circuit is an insane yet versatile beast, empowering you to easily sculpt discordant ringing drones, visceral octave scrapes, and ground-shaking distortion. The revitalized Octave Clang is primed and ready to destroy!

Controls

Bypass (Left Footswitch): Turns the Octave Clang on and off (red LED).
Octave (Right Footswitch): Toggles the Octave Up mode (yellow LED). The yellow LED stays on/off when the pedal is bypassed to indicate if the Octave Up is engaged.
Volume: Controls the output level. Goes from totally silent to extremely loud. When set above your normal volume, it propels your chain into overdrive
Gain: Sets the gain of the Octave Clang. This can (and will) drive the rest of the circuit into overdrive and fuzz. Can provide up to +39dB of gain.

Tone: A powerful pre-gain tilt EQ, this control adjusts the amount of highs and lows going into the rest of the circuit. This can make the octave and fuzz react very differently. Overloading the lows yields a larger, more blown-out sound while overloading the highs gives a more cutting and clear sound.

Bias (Internal): Allows misbiasing the distortion circuitry. Leave this control in the middle (5-6) for standard functionality, or turn it left or right to skew the character of the distortion to a rougher sound.
Access this control by removing the back plate of the Octave Clang.

Specifications

Dimensions: 4.8" x 3.7" x 2.1" (including hardware).
Weight: 11.5 oz.
Power: The Octave Clang is powered by a standard 2.1mm 9V DC adapter with a centre-negative polarity. Isolated power supplies are recommended. It is also possible to use the Octave Clang with a 9V battery (not provided). When not using a battery, the internal battery snap should be attached to the corresponding battery snap holes on the board. This will prevent the contacts from shorting out against the circuitry. Do NOT leave the battery snap floating inside the pedal when not using a battery.
Current Draw: 10 mA

Notes: Updated version of the DT-RDX controller features a built-in MIDI merger. The approach is the same, with hands-on control of all Yamaha Reface DX parameters, making it easier than ever to unleash the power of FM synthesis.

Supplier's Notes:
Dtronics DT-RDX-V2 for Yamaha Reface DX

The Dtronics DT-RDX-V2 is a hardware controller for the Yamaha Reface DX and the successor to its older brother the DT-RDX. The difference between the two is that the RDX-V2 has a hardware MIDI merger on board for even better performance.

With all its parameters the FM synthesis is a challenge control.

The DT-RDX has all parameters directly accessible with its 41 knobs and 9 switches.

All you have to do is select the desired operator. You can also edit multiple operators with the same parameters at the same time.

The controller is mounted on a stylish holder.(included)

Specifications

Holder: steel
Casing : high grade plastic
Power splitter cable to power-up the RDX and the Yamaha Reface DX is included
MIDI cable to connect the DT-RDX to the Yamaha Reface DX synthesizer is included.
The pictured Yamaha Reface DX synthesizer is not included

Review: If you're a fan of the golden age of soul then you will well know that this album Taking All The Love I Can from The Chosen few is one of the canon's most revered. Since its original release on Maple Records in 1971 it has not been reissued on vinyl until now. It features their uniquely moody take on Northern Soul and plenty of swaggering arrangements and heart-melting vocals, not least the gorgeous falsetto of 'Something's Bad'. Oringals of this will cost you over $500 on second hand markets so make sure you cop this newly remastered version on all-new audiophile and virgin vinyl.

Review: ***B-STOCK: Creasing to corner of outer sleeve but otherwise in excellent condition***


Author and curator Jon Savage is back with another of his fantastic compilations, this time taking listeners on a deep trip through 90s electronica. This carefully curated selection takes in 12 stylish cuts - everywone from Richard H Kirk to Mike Paradinas - which are presented in a full-colour digisleeve across four sides of limited edition vinyl. Also included is a booklet featuring the unique original artwork and Jon has also done some very complete sleeve notes. These most trippy and expansive ambient and drone sounds are perfect pre-club warm ups or post-club comedowns that douse you in cosmic colours from interplanetary worlds.

Review: Manchester genre bastardisers Sonic Boom Six have become renowned for their eclectic mashing up, and utter disregard for the parameters of genres such as ska, punk, metal, hip-hop, grime, dubstep etc. Whilst relatively creatively quiet since the release of 2016's fifth full-length The F-Bomb and the 2017 follow-up EP Cardiac Address, 2023 saw the release of the double A-side single 'Future Shock' b/w 'One Of The Boys'. Now it appears not only were those two new cuts designed to re-introduce listeners to the band, and whet appetites and beaks yet again, but rather they were the signifier of the arrival of the Re:Generation compilation, which places the two new bangers alongside a carefully curated batch of the band's personal favourite recordings from their definitive line-up over the past decade. What's more, there's also alternate mixes and freshly rejuvenated EQs of vital deep cuts and fan essentials. It mightn't be a new album, but it's the closest we're getting for now.

Review: A founder member of Ultravox and all round synth pop godfather sits at the piano on his lonesome here, after many years of collaborating with Harold Budd and Ruben Garcia. The Arcades Project is a step backward into more refined, quiet artistry and minimal compositions with a candlelit late-night vibe and engaging and emotional flow. A text by Walter Benjamin formed part of the inspiration for the work and is "a sort of stroll through new ideas emerging from the city life of Paris in the 19th and early 20th century." The resulting sounds delightfully airy and inquisitive.

Review: ***B-STOCK: Sleeve damaged but otherwise in excellent condition***


By 1997 Photek had already marked himself out as a wild card in the rapidly evolving d&b scene. He'd had three years to carve out some frankly dizzying displays of break editing wizardry and such was the innovation on display there just had to be an album coming. Modus Operandi smartly stepped to one side of the dancefloor, offering a smoky reflection on where jungle and d&b had got to, highlighting the compatibility between half-speed downtempo and breakneck drums and bringing inherent jazziness to the forefront of the beats, which avoided all the usual cliches. It's a masterpiece which hasn't dulled with time and here it's getting a heavyweight reissue across three slabs to ensure the loudest cut. All the better to blow your mind with, all over again.

Review: Welsh hard rock band Budgie never quite reached the highs of some of their peers by still did plenty for the evolution of their own particular musical niche. The were often said to be a blend of Rush's progressive styles and the more direct and dark heaviness of Black Sabbath. At the heart of the band was Burke Shelley's vocals - famous for their high-pitched banshee style - and despite being commercially unheralded, they have been mentioned as an influence by the likes of Iron Maiden, Van Halen and Queens of the Stone Age. This live show from LA in the late 70s catches them in electrifying form.