# Digital DJ Accessories The Novation Dicer Looping Controller is a Music Savvy Item By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-07-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novation-dicer References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2010/07/novation-dicer.html) & [novationmusic](http://www.novationmusic.com/) The Novation Dicer got its name from its resemblance to [dice](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/d20-digital-watch). Coming in pairs, the device is a [cue point and looping controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller) that you can stick right onto your laptop, CDJ, turntable or mixer. Novation has done its best to give you the utmost control, providing plenty of options in terms of sound mapping and creating different effects. The Novation Dicer is the ultimate tool for [digital DJs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twin-dj) (or DJ-wannabes). **Implications** - With technology making technical hobbies much more accessible, consumers are now investing more money into digital tools that allow them to pursue their interests. Corporations in the technological field may consider producing budgeted goods catered specifically to these sorts of consumers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 91% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Accessible Digital Tools:** Consumers are investing more money into digital tools that make technical hobbies easier to pursue. - **Budgeted Goods for Hobbyists:** Corporations may consider producing budgeted goods catered specifically to consumers interested in digital hobbies. - **Innovation in DJ Accessories:** There is a growing demand for innovative DJ accessories that provide enhanced control and effects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** Corporations in the technological field have opportunities to produce budgeted goods for digital hobbyists. - **Music:** The music industry can capitalize on the growing demand for innovative DJ accessories. - **Retail:** Retailers can benefit from selling accessible digital tools for consumers interested in pursuing technical hobbies. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Motorized Dj Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rane-one-mkii.md) - [Ring-Style DJ Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuno-1.md) - [Cyberpunk DJ Console Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midi-controller-concept.md) - [Hybrid Digital Analog Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-plxcrss12.md) - [Interchangeable Component DJ Decks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-dj-controller.md) - [Standalone DJ Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rane-system-one.md) - [All-In-One DJ Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opus-quad-dj-system.md) - [Retro-Futuristic DJ Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opj-dj-console.md) - [Intricate DJ LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-cdj-2000-nexus.md)