DJ Controller

by Robert Rives ·Posted
Battle-style DJs looking to make the move into the digital realm will be spinning in virtual circles with the announcement of this new pair of two-channel controller decks from Pioneer DJ, both with scratch-ready, battle-mount arrangements of the faders, wheels, and pads. The DDJ-REV7 for Serato DJ Pro software is the flagship model, designed with a maxed-out feature set for professionals, while the
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
Infused with technology and design elements from the flagship SC6000 Prime media player, the Denon DJ LC6000 Prime is not only a professional DJ controller, but also a sub-layer controller for Denon’s SC5000, SC5000M, SC6000, and SC6000M players, making it a premium performance expansion controller for DJs and remixers in the club circuit. Plus, you can incorporate multiple LC6000 Prime units to create an expanded and
by Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
DJs who crave a customizable mixer take note: Pioneer DJ is releasing the DJM-S7, a two-channel battle mixer with a bevy of tweakable features and built-in goodies. Use independent pad modes to trigger different effects or manipulations on different channels, send MIDI messages directly to your DJ software to play dynamically with rhythm, and even take advantage of modern connectivity options. With the DJM-S7, you can
by Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
Pioneer DJ has some wonderful new items just in time for the holiday season. If you’re looking for an intuitive, easy-to-use DJ controller that will help you craft wonderful sets out of any genre, look no further than the DDJ-FLX6. And if you’re in the market for a full-featured mixer without the crossfader—which more and more DJs prefer because they can be more exact with their crossfades by manipulating multiple channel faders
by Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
Many kinds of keyboard players will be delighted by Korg’s new offering of music workstations and synths. Whether you need a workhorse to handle your live shows, an FM synth to explore the boundaries of sound design, or a powerful controller to serve as the nerve center of all your Eurorack gear and drum machines, Korg has you covered.   For live players who rely on a Korg keyboard workstation during shows, Korg is releasing the
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
When it comes to keeping up with the high-energy sets of demanding professional DJs and competitive turntablists, RANE is well known in festivals, club circuits, and underground battles and has once again stepped in to elevate the platform with the release of MKII versions of its Twelve motorized turntable controller and Seventy-Two
by Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
Hercules has already made some powerful DJ controllers for beginners, but now this company is upping its game with the Inpulse 500, a two-deck USB controller that doubles as an audio interface as well as an input mixer to handle audio sources. Whether you're connected to Serato DJ Lite or inputting audio from your smartphone, the Inpulse 500 has all the connections and built-in tools you need to get the party started.
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
If you already use Serato DJ or want to start DJing as soon as possible, Numark’s new Mixtrack Platinum FX and Mixtrack Pro FX DJ controllers offer a cost-effective solution for your next performance, whether it be on the big stage or at an exclusive house party. With either controller, you can be the master of manipulating your music.
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
Ready or not, your DJ-centric life is about to be changed forevermore. Thanks to some clever innovation, wireless control of your DVS setup is now possible with the Phase Essential and Phase Ultimate by MWM. Yes, it’s true; you no longer need timecode control vinyl or even turntable needles to achieve accurate,
by Nicholas Messitte ·Posted
Every DJ has to start somewhere, but with the Numark DJG02, you don’t have to sound like it! This two-channel DJ controller streams your favorite songs right off of Spotify and Tidal, letting you manipulate each track with fancy, included DJ software automatically mapped to the controller. That software just happens to be Serato DJ Lite—so as you get the party thumping with the DJ602, you’ll also be giving yourself an education in the platform
by Staff Writer ·Posted
When Pioneer DJ announced the DDJ-1000, at NAMM 2018, users of rekordbox DJ everywhere rejoiced. Now, it’s time for Serato fanatics to have their turn because Pioneer DJ has released the DDJ-1000SRT, a version of the DDJ-1000 built expressly for the purpose of controlling Serato.
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
The name Pioneer has been strongly (and rightly) associated with DJ gear and music-production equipment for decades, making it well regarded by music makers across the world. Knowing that taking your first step into DJ'ing can be a daunting one, Pioneer DJ has released the DDJ-200, an affordable smart DJ controller that puts creative mixing power at your fingertips, no matter if you're just starting or already know the ropes
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
For many DJs and remixers, packing gear for a gig always includes the hassle of having a laptop (plus related cables and accessories) in addition to a DJ controller/mixer. More to carry, more to worry about, and more to go wrong; it's not exactly ideal. Well, that changes with Denon DJ's new Prime 4 Stand-Alone DJ system, a 4-deck, 24-bit powerhouse with its own internal multicore processor, 13 DJ FX, time stretching, key matching, and… well, read
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
When it comes to recording and mixing live shows, conferences, and multi-guest podcasts, there’s a high priority on time and space efficiency. With that in mind, the good folks at Zoom have introduced the LiveTrak L-20, a digital mixer designed for multi-track recording, mixing, and monitoring without taking up an entire table or truck bed. Large enough to house 21 faders, but small enough for one-person transport, the L-20 presents a welcome
by Phillip Nichol… ·Posted
Virtually synonymous with the world of DJ'ing, Pioneer DJ once again pushes the boundaries and expands creative power with the release of its new DDJ-SX3 DJ performance controller for Serato DJ Pro. For DJs and remixers, this 4-channel controller combines familiar functionality with fresh tricks and features. For starters, you can hook up two laptops simultaneously, thanks to dual USB Type-B ports! Two large low-latency jog wheels, each with