IPad+DJ

= IPad Djay =

A visit to Algoriddim.com explains more about the software developed for itunes. The website states “Djay transforms your iPad into a full-fledged DJ system, allowing you to mix your iPod music library on a hyper-realistic turntable interface. Perform live, record mixes on-the-go, or enable Automix mode and let djay mix your favorite playlist automatically. With unprecedented ease-of-use and innovative multi-touch mixing features, djay for iPad takes DJing to the next level and offers a unique experience for beginners and professionals alike”. This software gives a whole new meaning to CD shuffle. The IPad can become a mobile jukebox.

There are several DJ software packages available such as DJ Mixer Pro, Mixr and Numark. These packages are available on Windows PC’s or Mac’s. Anyone that has been to a wedding reception, party or dance recently has probably seen a DJ with a Mac. Not too long ago, DJ's carried in bags and bags of compact dics and loads of expensive equipment. Now they utilize MP3 and MP4 along with burning CD's.

An article titled “Will Djs trade laptops for Ipads?” found on Cnet.com compares and contrasts the two devices. Professional DJ’s will not be able to use IPad Djay because “the iPad only supports a single stereo audio output” according to a review by Donald Bell on Cnet.com. What this means is that the crowd hears the output when the DJ does. There are also low memory problems after 1-2 hours of constant use. Advancements are being made and these problems may be resolved soon.

Implications
Although IPad Djay will most likely not be the choice of professionals, it is a fun application for music lovers.

Will IPads be used in the library setting? Young Adult and Children’s Programming could be greatly enhanced with the use of IPad Djay for events such as Young Adult Mixers or Children’s Sing-a-Longs.

(2011). In //The New Era of DJing//. Retrieved November 10, 2011, from []

Bell, D. (2010, March 22). Will DJs trade laptops for IPads?. In cnet. Retrieved November 10, 2011, from []

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