# Slick Hip-Hop Mixers Scratch & Mix with the Travel-Friendly Vestax Typhoon By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vestax-typhoon References: [viacomit.net](http://viacomit.net/2011/11/03/vestax-typhoon-x-colette/) & [colette.fr](http://www.colette.fr/#/page/5938/vestax/) For the aspiring DJ who wants something small in size and simple, there's the Vestax Typhoon. The Vestax Typhoon is being released exclusively with Parisian boutique Colette. It's a [miniature travel-friendly DJ turntable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aurex-axrp10) that allows anyone to [scratch and mix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-rane-one-mkii) wherever they go. This isn't the most complex machine due to its small size, but it does have the basics and it's easy to use. The Vestax Typhoon features a [Midi-USB controller](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-midi-controller) with audio interface, 65mm flexible faders, RCA audio outputs and a microphone jack. The design takes on a dominant black and blue theme contrasted by white and silver controls. The Vestax Typhoon is a limited edition with only 50 copies available for Colette. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 55% | Activity: 41% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Portable DJ Equipment:** The trend of portable DJ equipment provides opportunities for innovative, compact and travel-friendly designs. - **Wireless DJ Controllers:** The trend of wireless DJ controllers opens possibilities for convenience and freedom of movement during performances. - **Miniature DJ Turntables:** The trend of miniature DJ turntables allows for easy transportation and accessibility for aspiring DJs on the go. ### Who This Affects Most - **Music Equipment Manufacturing:** Manufacturers in the music equipment industry can capitalize on the trend of portable DJ equipment by developing compact and user-friendly products for DJs on the move. - **Consumer Electronics Retail:** Consumer electronics retailers can benefit from the trend of wireless DJ controllers by offering a variety of wireless controller options to cater to DJs seeking convenience and flexibility. - **Music Education:** Music education providers can tap into the trend of miniature DJ turntables by incorporating these portable devices into their curriculum, offering aspiring DJs a practical and easily transportable learning experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hybrid Digital Analog Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-plxcrss12.md) - [Ring-Style DJ Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tuno-1.md) - [Dynamic Multi-Use Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/korg.md) - [Stylish Suitcase Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixx-revival-55.md) - [Consolidated DJ Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dj-systems.md) - [Suitcase-Style Vinyl Players](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mixx-revival.md) - [Standalone DJ Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rane-system-one.md) - [Slim Portable Audio Turntables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coturn-ct01.md) - [Palm-Sized Portable Audio Mixers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-audio-mixer.md)