New releases last eight weeks: DJ-Equipment

Notes: Space grey version of the specially designed Chroma USB drive from DJ Tech Tools. Optimised for DJ use, the Chroma offers USB-C and USB-A connections to ensure fast performance and compatibility with both Denon and Pioneer players.

Supplier's Notes:
The Chroma USB Drive is a 128GB dual USB-A and USB-C drive designed specifically for DJs.

This drive has especially-chosen USB 3.2 memory, enabling fast library syncing on Rekordbox and Engine (sync in seconds, not painful hours).

Optimized for pro use, the Chroma Drive went through rigorous testing across Pioneer DJ and Denon DJ gear.

It's incredibly reliable for long gigs and harsh conditions. Sync faster, perform smoother, and never worry about adapters again!

Sync in seconds, not hours

Have you ever waited an hour for just 100 songs to upload to your USB from Rekordbox? It's not optimized for DJing. Rarely advertised on USB drives are the actual read and write speeds for DJ-style transfers. Most USB drives have memory not designed to update lots of little files quickly (metadata, cues, songs, analysis data, etc), but better at single/big files (i.e: a large single video file). DJs libraries aren't single files - they're lots of different files that have to be checked, updated, and then added to - all done concurrently.

Tested by DJs for thousands of hours

We've tested these with 350+ hour (two week) marathon DJ sets, using drives on all Pioneer DJ and Denon DJ all-in-ones and media players (CDJs), heavy media recording (DJ sets, 4k ProRes video), Stressdisk testing to ensure the memory has a long use life, high dust / high heat environments in the middle of the Black Rock Desert, heavy repeated plugging/unplugging (500+ times) to simulate long-term wear on the connectors.

Maximum DJ gear compatibility

The drive comes pre-formatted as FAT32. Yes, some newer DJ gear can work with ExFAT and HFS drive formats, but for maximum compatibility with all DJ gear, even just 3-4 year old units, FAT32 makes the most sense. For best results, this means you should leave 10-15% of the drive free to avoid library corruption.

Works with as many pieces of DJ gear as possible out of the box:

The drive comes pre-formatted as FAT32. Yes, some newer DJ gear can work with ExFAT and HFS drive formats, but for maximum compatibility with all DJ gear, even just 3-4 year old units, FAT32 makes the most sense. The only major limitation is that you cannot copy over files larger than 4 GB onto these drives. So if you want to have a very long lossless set stored on your drive, or use it to copy other types of media, you can reformat it easily. We recommend keeping all of your DJ drives FAT32 to make sure that older firmwares and gear all work seamlessly for your future.

Works with:

XDJ-AZ
XDJ-XZ
XDJ-RX, RX2, RX3, RR
Opus QUAD, OMNIS Duo
CDJ-3000, CDJ-2000/NXS/NXS2
XDJ-1000/MK2
Prime GO, Prime 2, Prime 4, plus the plus models
SC5000, SC6000, plus the M models
Honestly, pretty much any DJ device made in the last two decades that uses a USB port on it and can accept FAT32 formatted drives

Tech Specs
High speed USB flash memory designed for rapid-transfer of many smaller files
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (with memory that performs well at lots of rapid small file updates and read/writes like in Rekordbox syncing)
Quality metal alloy build
Engraved with DJ TechTools logo on one side. The other side is blank, but can be customized
Dual USB connectors in USB-A and USB-C
Rotatable cover (with satisfying mechanical action) to protect connector not being used
1 year limited warranty for mechanical issues (water, accidental, or intentional damage not covered, please buy an Extend warranty if you want all issues covered).
Support from DJ Techtools staff for all drive issues

Drive Specs:

Size: 128gb
Connector Type: USB-A + USB-C
Read Speed: 160-180MB/s
Write Speed: 240-260MB/s
Material: Zinc Alloy

Notes: Tired of spending ages just to transfer 100 tracks to your USB from Rekordbox? Most USB drives aren't designed with DJs in mind. What really impacts speed isn't always advertised many drives handle large files well (like videos) but struggle with rapid updates of multiple small files, like track metadata, cue points, and analysis data.

For DJs, efficiency is everything. Your library needs to update, transfer, and sync seamlessly - because every second on stage matters.

These drives have been pushed to the limit with over 350 hours of nonstop DJ sets across two weeks, tested on Pioneer DJ and Denon DJ standalone units and media players. They've endured intense media recording, including DJ performances and 4K ProRes video capture, alongside rigorous Stressdisk tests to verify long-term memory durability.

Designed to withstand extreme conditions, they've been exposed to high heat and dust in the Black Rock Desert, and subjected to 500+ cycles of plugging and unplugging to simulate years of real-world use. Built for DJs who demand reliability in any environment.

This drive is pre-formatted in FAT32 to ensure seamless performance across all DJ equipment. While some newer setups support ExFAT or HFS, FAT32 remains the most reliable option for full compatibility even with gear that's a few years old.

To maintain optimal performance and prevent potential library issues, it's recommended to keep 10-15% of the storage free. This ensures smooth operation and a hassle-free DJ experience.

Notes: Great value from Hercules's entry-level DJ headphones. Based on well-established industry standard design, the HDP DJ60s feature loud, clear drivers and fully adjustable jogwheel-style ear cups.

Supplier's Notes:
Hercules, a manufacturer of DJ equipment since 2003, is expanding its product line with the Hercules HDP DJ60 closed-back circumaural headphones. With their comfortable pivoting earcups, these headphones are designed for advanced DJs who need powerful sound that can still be heard above the noise during live performances.

These high-quality headphones fold up for easy transportation and come with a 6.35mm (1/4") jack adapter to plug into any type of device. The advanced drivers deliver an accurate high-quality audio to cover the full audio spectrum. With their DJ design and jogwheel-like earcups, these headphones will appeal to both budding DJs who want to invest in professional quality headphones, and advanced DJs who mix for live audiences.

With better sound isolation and improved comfort, plus improved drivers, these headphones deliver a wider frequency range than their little brother, the Hercules HDP DJ45. Wide-range sound: from the low to the high frequencies: 15Hz-22kHz High-sensitivity headphones, 105dB @ 1vrms, to be clearly audible in any environment Excellent noise isolation: closed-back headphones, circumaural design Comfortable: very soft padding on the earcups on the underside of the headband Wired: spiral cable that can stretch up to 3m (9.8 feet) Convenient: wire on one side only, pivoting earcups, and foldable headphones for easy transportation Adapter included: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo jack output + 6.35mm (1/4") stereo jack adapter.