Everyone needs something to protect their gear...especially if you are going to be traveling a lot. The very popular Numark Mixdeck and Mixdeck Express now have a new Hard Case manufactured directly by Numark to ensure a nice snug fit and flawless protection for your beloved Digital DJ Controller. The Mixdeck hardcase comes with nickel-plated latches, internal protective foam and an extra compartment to store cables and other DJ accessories. The Case is out for $149 just in time for the holidays. So if you are an owner of a Numark Mixdeck, then you NEED one of these. Check out the full press release and links inside for more information.

Magma CTRL cases are a great alternative DJ gear transport and protection solution for DJ's who don't want the bulk and weight of those hard flight cases. Magma continues to produce these cases for all types of DJ equipment including mixers, CD decks, turntables, and even DJ controllers. Today, at the NAMM 2013 show, Magma has announced that they have the CTRL case specifically made for the Pioneer DDJ-SX DJ controller. Check out the full press release and info after the jump.

I've been personally using Odyssey flight cases for my DJ equipment for over twenty years now! Odyssey always seems to bring out new cases and bags to protect DJ equipment almost as soon as the piece is released to the public. The newly announced Pioneer XDJ-RX all-in-one DJ Rekordbox system was recently released to the masses and Odyssey has already produced new flight cases and bags to accommodate.

Novation recently announced a new product to sit along side the Launchpad Control S to bring users an even more complete experience when teamed up with the Ableton Live software. The new Launch Control XL is like the missing piece to the Novation/Abelton lineup as it contains the eight faders, 24 knobs and 16 multicolored buttons to seamlessy integrate into the Abelton Live mixing section.

Vestax has now officially announced their own version of the new 4-deck MIDI DJ controller craze called the VCI-400. The Vestax VCI-400 will be fully compatible with all the major software suites right out of the box with Vestax themselves providing mapping files for Traktor Pro, Serato, and Virtual DJ from day one! The VCI-400 will come bundled with the new Serato Intro Software and Virtual DJ LE in case you don't have one already. More information and Video inside.

Just yesterday Denon DJ announced that they were producing a new all-in-one DJ controller aimed at the entry-level or beginner DJ market who may not want to spend an arm and a leg on this new-found hobby. Pioneer DJ has also jumped on the entry-level DJ controller bandwagon with their own announcement earlier today of the all-new DDJ-WeGO. This new all-in-one Digital DJ Controller is clearly aimed at beginners with five-color combinations to choose from, a limited number of controls, and a low price. Check out the video, press release, and more breakdown from yours truly after the jump.