Oliver Smith

Articles by: Oliver Smith

It's not particularly sexy, but the Traktor DJ Cable does the trick

NI Traktor DJ Cable review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £16.99
  • €19.99
  • $25

Enabling cabling for Traktor DJs

The sturdy and reliable case has been retained, but the rest of the design feels more mature and streamlined

Native Instruments Kontrol X1 Mk2 review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £169
  • €238
  • $229

NI revisits its first DJ controller

The layout is that of a traditional two-channel DJ mixer, complete with a built-in audio interface for monitoring

Native Instruments Kontrol Z1 review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £168
  • €199
  • $199

The most portable DJ set-up yet?

The K2 is a compact and lightweight unit that fits easily in a bag or DJ booth

Allen & Heath Xone:K2 review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £199
  • $499

Compact DJ-friendly MIDI controller/interface

The two decks are bristling with controls and are based around large six-inch jogwheels

Numark 4Trak DJ Controller review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £799
  • €659
  • $1499

Traktor-powered wheels of steel

The case is metal and all of the buttons, knobs and faders feel firm and reliable

Pioneer DJM-850 Mixer review

By Oliver Smith published

  • £1299
  • $1999

Pioneer updates its popular mixer for the modern DJ. Let's take it for a spin…