xKore

xKore producing a remix in FL Studio. Given the time of this photo, it is likely that it is FL Studio 10

DJ and producer xKore is seen wearing Beats By Dr. Dre Pro Headphones during a performance, as shown in a photo on his Instagram account.

xKore's dj setup consists of CDJ 2000 Nexus.

Spotted in this photo of xKore live.

Spotted in xKore's DJ setup

In an Instagram post, xKore mentions using the Image Line Soundgoodizer Software Maximizer-Enhancer Plugin, suggesting it helps in achieving professional mastering results.

xKore shows his two new pairs of headphones, the Audio Technica ATH-M50s, and the Sony MDR-7506

xKore shows his two new pairs of headphones, the Audio Technica ATH-M50s, and the Sony MDR-7506

xKore's minimalistic studio setup includes these Yamaha monitors

xKore posts about recieving headphones from Sol Republic

xKore posts about recieving headphones from Sol Republic

In a video posted on Instagram, xKore is seen using Virtual DJ PRO, expressing excitement about performing with it on Friday.

Excerpt from Music Radar's 20 Producer Tips:

xKore "To make my kicks and snares punchy I always use Sonnox Transmod and SPL Transient Designer, with a transient length setting of around 30-50ms. EQing a snare to boost the 'sweet spot' around 200Hz will make it pop nicely too. I usually lightly sidechain them to any interfering elements so the drums come through clearer. Having the transients come through a bit higher than other elements on the master will allow you to squash the waveform slightly so that it gives the effect of the drums briefly pushing other elements out of the way, this makes the drums seem more powerful, snappy and punchy. I often layer a ride onto my snares to give a noisy splash that most snares don't really give"