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Needle-Free Vinyl Turntables

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The Rane Twelve Turntable Lets DJs Create Live Remixes in Real Time

— November 23, 2017 — Tech
Those who enjoy playing records on a vinyl turntable know the common struggle of a broken needle and the limitations it causes.

Rane is a powerhouse in the DJ industry and just announced the launch of its new Rane Twelve turntable. It has the simplicity of a "direct drive turntable" with some added modern functions. This comes in handy for DJs who want to create live remixes or manipulate the sound or song in real-time.

With no needles or tonearm needed, the gadget can enhance the user's experience by ensuring they don't have to worry about their music being interrupted. Additionally, the look of the turntable's all-metal body gives it a durable appearance that matches its premium performance.
Trend Themes
1. Needle-free Vinyl Turntables - The rise of needle-free vinyl turntables presents an opportunity for DJ equipment manufacturers to innovate and develop new technology that enhances the user's experience.
2. Real-time Remixing - The ability to create live remixes in real-time using vinyl turntables opens up new possibilities for DJs and artists to express their creativity and engage with audiences.
3. Simplified DJ Equipment - The emergence of turntables with added modern functions and simplified designs offers an opportunity for DJ equipment manufacturers to cater to a wider range of users and make DJing more accessible.
Industry Implications
1. DJ Equipment Manufacturing - The needle-free vinyl turntable trend creates a disruptive innovation opportunity for DJ equipment manufacturers to develop and produce innovative products that enhance the DJing experience.
2. Music Production - The real-time remixing trend creates an opportunity for music producers to explore new techniques and approaches to remixing tracks, adding a unique dynamic to their production process.
3. Event and Entertainment Services - The simplified and user-friendly design of modern turntables presents an opportunity for event and entertainment service providers to offer DJ services to a broader customer base, including individuals with limited DJing experience.
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