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Discover the Best Entry Level Controllers: Unleash Your DJ Potential with Pioneer FLX-4 and FLX-6 GT For aspiring DJs, choosing the right entry-level controller is a crucial step in your journey. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to

ILS vs DMX: Understanding the Differences in Lighting Control Systems In the world of professional lighting, two prominent systems stand out: DMX (Digital Multiplex) and ILS (Instant Light Shows). These systems are integral to controlling

JMAZ Introduces the Newly Redesigned Mad Par Series at DJX: Spotlight on the MAD PAR RB & MAD PAR 4IP The DJ Expo (DJX) is one of the most anticipated events in the entertainment and event technology industry. This year, JMAZ, a brand

The Importance of Keeping Audio at 0 dB and Not Redlining: A Comprehensive Guide for DJs Audio quality is a critical component of any DJ's performance. It’s the bridge between the music they play and the audience's experience.

Chauvet Announces New DJ Lighting Fixtures at DJX Expo 2024 The DJX Expo 2024 was a highlight for lighting enthusiasts and professionals, as Chauvet DJ unveiled an impressive lineup of new DJ lighting fixtures. Known for their innovation and

Discover the Exclusive Chauvet ILS Showroom at AVMaxx: The Only One in the USA In the heart of Chicago, a city celebrated for its rich cultural tapestry and dynamic entertainment scene, lies a unique treasure for lighting enthusiasts and

DAS Audio Action 512a & S218a Package: Elevating Chicago's Audio Scene Chicago, a city known for its rich musical heritage and vibrant entertainment scene, demands top-notch audio equipment to meet the high expectations of its audiences.

Turn it Up All the Way, Pioneer DJ Releases New DJM-S11 Professional 2-channel Battle DJ Mixer The Industry leader in DJ technology announces the release of a direct replacement to the DJM-S9 and DJM-909 with the Release of the New Pioneer DJ

DJ's Around the World are Shocked as Pioneer DJ Launches The New CDJ-3000 Multi-Player with Touch Screen! The highly anticipated CDJ has finally arrived!

We at AVMaxx are honored to be given the opportunity to host this Chicago Exclusive Live Stream!!! Tune in Saturday September 5th 7:45 to 10pm! Spinning Live from the Mix Station Chicago to the World: Chicago's a Legendary BAD BOY BILL &

Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move, The Best All In One DJ Lighting System!

The SEVENTY completely changes the battle at Winter NAMM 2020, From 3 MAG FOUR Contactless Faders To Solid Steel Construction!

If you need an all-in-one professional PA system that is a complete stand-alone and self-powered unit you need to check out the WASP400 from Technical Pro. Built with the same innovative technology and long lasting design that you can expect from the engineers at Technical Pro this unit is the perfect match for a mobile performer or just kept on-site for an easy to use PA system. If you are traveling from venue to venue and need to bring your own PA system this is for you! If you are looking for professional PA system with a wireless microphone that is extremely user friendly then this is for you!

Dancers need music.  Dance and music go hand in hand, much the same way as Oreos go with a cold glass of milk, and one would not be the same without the other. They are a pair like a couple who has been married for centuries.

There are many things that can make or break you as a DJ. Your choice of music is surely one of them, as are your DJing skills. Still, not all things that influence how well you do your thing as a DJ depend that much on you - your gear also influences your success a lot, and where there’s DJing gear, there has to be some serious speakers. If you’re in the market for those, you’ve probably seen there are passive and active types of speakers, and if you don’t know what the difference is, here’s what you need to know in order to make your choice.

Of all the aspects involved in stage productions, the lighting is decidedly the most often overlooked and simply taken for granted. Yet, the lighting used is one of the most important elements of the ambiance of any performance. The best use of lighting results in its complete lack of noticeability. Good lighting should never detract from the images that are to be illuminated. Good lighting is the most prominent influence in creating moods and environments that coincide with the intended goal of any production.

The holiday season can be an especially busy time for the professional disc jockey. If you’ve build a good reputation and nice following in the past few years, you’ll likely find that your schedule books up fast and months in advance. With that thought in mind, it might be a good time to update or upgrade your equipment.

As the one behind the music, you’re the one who will make or break the party – whether you’re the DJ at a wedding or a club, or the sound engineer for a band in a large or small venue.

Great sound equipment isn’t only for DJs and event organizers. Fitness instructors can also benefit from a great sound system to create more excitement and energy in their classes. The right equipment can make the music really jump and can help instructors better motivate and communicate with their students.

The beginnings of recorded music lie in the late 1880s when the first device for recording and playing back sound was invented by Thomas Edison. The phonograph was a cylindrical machine that could play back recordings that had been embedded in tin foil. The technology was swiftly overtaken by a cut disc recording that was to be the first embodiment of the gramophone record that we are all familiar with. Within ten years of recording and playback technology being discovered, wax disks were being played and within another 15 years, the record as we know it was in mass production, taking pride of place in the world of sound recording. This is how the situation remained until a hundred years after the first phonograph recording, the compact disk pulled the rug from under the record's feet.

Music concerts are very sensory experiences, especially for some of the bands. They don't want to just blow out your eardrums with their music; they want you to have an immersive sensory experience that transcends just staying at home and listening to albums through your home stereo system.