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Press 29 May 2026

Sonus Festival 2026: Five Days of Techno at Zrće Beach

Sonus Festival 2026 was set for five days at Zrće Beach on Pag — according to FestivalMates, the August edition was ultimately cancelled.

Press 29 May 2026

EQ Techniques for DJs: Clean Mixes with the 3-Band EQ

The 3-band EQ is your most important tool for clean DJ transitions. Learn how to avoid frequency conflicts in the bass and mids.

Press 28 May 2026

Harmonic Mixing: Clean DJ Sets with Mixed In Key

Mixed In Key detects key and BPM via the Camelot Wheel, letting you craft harmonically smooth transitions in your DJ sets.

Press 28 May 2026

ARTBAT: How the Kyiv Duo Shaped Melodic Techno

ARTBAT from Kyiv are among the most influential acts in melodic techno – from club debut to stadium shows and their own label, Upperground.

Press 27 May 2026

Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4: Entry-Level Controller for Multi-App DJs

The Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 is a 2-channel controller for rekordbox, Serato, djay, and Traktor Play — compact, with Smart Fader and a built-in audio interface.

Press 25 May 2026

DJ Setup: Why the CDJ-3000 Sets the Club Standard

AlphaTheta's CDJ-3000 is the core of every DJ setup in clubs. A look at its technology and workflow advantages.

Press 25 May 2026

Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3: Why It’s Gone from Native Instruments’ Lineup

The Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3 is missing from Native Instruments’ current hardware catalog – here’s what happened to the former flagship controller.

Press 24 May 2026

Movement Festival: Detroit Celebrates the Birthplace of Techno

Movement Festival in Detroit: Since 2000, the event has honored techno's origins every Memorial Day weekend at Hart Plaza.

Press 20 May 2026

DJ Set Effects: Crafting Transitions with Filter, Delay, and Reverb

Filter, Delay, and Reverb define transitions in your DJ set. Used wisely, they build tension, not just flashy effects.

Press 20 May 2026

Roland TR-6S: Compact Drum Machine with Analog Heritage

Roland TR-6S: six tracks, ACB models from TR-808 to CR-78, Scatter effect, and battery power for beats on the go.

Press 19 May 2026

Crowd Reading: What Techno DJs Learn from an Empty Dance Floor

Crowd reading in the club: A London warehouse anecdote shows why techno DJs should never completely ignore their crowd's reactions.

Press 18 May 2026

Time Warp Mannheim: From Cult Rave to Global Brand

Since 1995, Mannheim has been home to Time Warp: How a small Stuttgart rave became one of the world's most important techno festivals.