A common problem faced by all DJs is how to record their live sets. Often, the laptop you’re using to DJ isn’t powerful enough to also record the set without audio dropouts or glitches. There are issues around audio routing. Fortunately, a solution has been Kickstarted into existence. Howler is set to start shipping a new pocket-sized DJ set recording interface in March 2023.
DJ set recording requirements
When it comes to recording your set, you do have options. But they’re all a little bulky. iRig Stream, EvermixBox, Roland’s GO:Mixer and M Audio’s M-Caster are all currently used to record or stream audio. But sometimes you need your phone to do a video. Or the USB port is needed to keep it charged. Of course, a second laptop or a phone will also do the job. But who wants to carry around a whole other laptop bag?
Howler makes DJ set recording simpler
What makes Howler next level? It has audio through and records to an SD card. No additional laptop or phone required to store the audio data. No interruption to your output signal on its way to the main speakers. Just a little link in the chain. It has a single LED to let you know when your signal is peaking. Nothing complicated, just a single-function solution. Perfect for hobby livestream DJs.
Who uses Howler to record DJ sets?
At the time of writing, the device is still in the prototype phase. But everyone’s talking about it, including DJ Mag, Gearspaceand UDGGear. The device solves the problem DJs have always faced - how much gear should you take? With video streaming now an almost expected part of the DJ toolkit, it’s comforting to know that DJs are working to solve other DJs problems. More info on Howler here.
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