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PIONEER IS IN THE MIX WITH LATEST DJM MIXER
Revolutionary DJM-2000 Features 5.8-inch Multi-Touch Screen, Advanced EFX and MIDI Control

LONG BEACH, CA (March 10, 2010) – Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Professional Sound and Visual Division, is again front and center of the DJ scene as a technology leader with the introduction of the DJM-2000 professional mixer providing new generation digital DJs the ability to creatively produce outstanding performances at an entirely new level. A perfect companion to Pioneer’s CDJ-2000 digital media players and compatible with any player in the market, the DJM-2000 is marked to be the pinnacle of mixers with technological advances that include the industry’s first 5.8-inch multi-touch1 screen effects, Evolved Beat Effects, Pro DJ Link and MIDI controls.

“At the heart of DJing is the mixer and it’s absolutely essential to have the best product in your arsenal when you’re entertaining hundreds and even thousands of club goers. I’m confident that the DJM-2000 will be marked as the ‘go to’ audio mixer in the industry,” said Matt Dever, vice president of professional sound and visual division for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.

Performance Driven
For those DJs looking for a serious mixer that can greatly enhance their performance capabilities, Pioneer’s DJM-2000 will deliver incredible audio features and audio effects.

# Mixer Layout
The DJM-2000 inherits a larger foot print than its predecessors to accommodate a sectioned layout of features as well as cosmetically match the latest Pioneer CDJ series of digital media players. On the top center section of the mixer resides its EFX capabilities to give DJs a bounty of digital effects. Located on each side of the middle section is its audio mixing controls for connection of up to four digital or USB sources. Across the middle section, Pioneer added new INST FX (Instant Instrument FX) functions which allow DJs to further alter and create more sound effects. And, at the bottom center of the mixer is a large LCD touch display that provides DJs a window for remixing beats and adding effects with the ease of a simple touch of the screen.

# Industry First Multi-Touch Panel
A first in the industry for audio mixers(*1), the DJM-2000 incorporates a full-color 5.8-inch LCD multi-touch panel for adding audio effects. Users can simultaneously manipulate the displayed controls on the panel by touching different areas of the screen. Three different performance modes are available including;

* Frequency mix – Enables more precise mixing within seven frequency ranges. For example, users can enhance the bass region within the music they’re mixing.
* Sidechain remix – DJs can create seven different dynamic audio effects with touches and movements on the screen.
* MIDI mode – Allows the user to assign various controls displayed on the LCD screen to control DJ software via MIDI. Four types of MIDI modes are available for more performance flexibility.

# Evolved Beat Effects
A section of the mixer resides an Evolved Beat Effects adopted from earlier versions of the DJM series of mixers to generate a multitude of sound effects. Numerous buttons were added for selecting multiple effects and beat parameters for additional performance capabilities. Further manipulation of the sound effects can be made using the Effect Frequency knobs that changes the low, mid and high frequency bands of the music. Turns of the knobs enhances the effects to each frequency band, i.e., an echo added specifically to the vocals of the music or a doubling of the hi-hat rhythm, providing incredible performance options.

# Instant Instrument FX
The INST FX (Instant Instrument FX) provides six additional audio effects that include Noise, HPF, LPF, Jet, Zip and Crush. Each of the effects can be induced into the channel with a turn of the Filter knob. Additionally, the Parameter knob allows the effects to be fine tuned.

# Live Sampler
A cool feature of the mixer is its Live Sampler capability which allows the sound from a microphone or from the MASTER(*2) output to be recorded directly into the mixer. The “sampled” sound can instantly be transferred via LAN cable to a CDJ-2000/900 for scratching.

# Pro DJ Link
When used specifically with Pioneer’s CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900 turntables via Pro DJ Link, the DJM-2000 becomes an even more powerful musical tool. The mixer incorporates four Ethernet ports in the back of the unit allowing up to four of the most recent CDJ turntables to be connected (via LAN cables) while sharing only one music-filled SD card(*3) or USB storage device. In addition, up to two laptop computers pre-installed with Pioneer’s music management software rekordbox™ can be interfaced with the DJM-2000 via LAN cables, in cases that two DJs are transitioning for their individual performances.

# Link Monitor
When linked with the CDJ-2000 player, the mixer informs the DJ of its connected status. The JOG rings of the turntable changes in color based on the current on-air(*4) status or channel number connection, providing quick visual indications to the DJ

# USB interface
The DJM-2000 features a USB audio interface(*5) that allows direct computer connection without the need for an external sound card. Up to four audio sources can be assigned to each channel providing even more flexibility. For additional convenience, the MASTER output can be connected directly to a computer for recording(*6) of performances.

# Sound Quality
Continuing the prestigious reputation of Pioneer mixers, the DJM-2000 provides excellent sound quality. By utilizing balanced hybrid op-amp and a perfectly balanced output circuit in the analog processing stage, Pioneer managed to significantly decrease induced noise resulting in a dynamic range of 107dB with 0.004% THD for an extremely clean and powerful sound.

Additional features of the DJM-2000 includes:
• Switching 3-Band EQ/Isolator – Equipped with a switching 3-band EQ (+6dB to -26dB) and 3-band Isolator (+6dB to -?dB) on each channel
• Digital In – Permits audio signal of each channel with no deterioration in sound quality
• Fader Start Play – Connection with CDJ player(s) with PRO DJ LINK or control cable allows the mixer to start the turntable by switching faders
• Talk Over – Lowers the volume of the music when a connected microphone is used
• Peak Level Meter – Displays input levels at a glance
• Cross fader Assign function – Allows the flexible assignment of the input on each channel to the cross fader
• Fader Curve Adjust function – Allows changes to cross fader and channel fader curves

# Specifications

No. of Channels
• Audio: 4-channels
• Mic: 1-channel

Input Terminals
• CD/LINE×6?RCA?
• PHONO×2?RCA?
• DIGITAL IN×4?COAXIAL?
• MIC × 1 (On top, XLR & 1/4-inch general-purpose phone×1)

Output Terminals
• MASTER OUT×2?RCA×1?XLR×1?
• BOOTH OUT×1?1/4 inch PHONE?
• HEADPHONE MONITOR OUT×1?On top, 1/4 inch PHONE?
• REC OUT×1?RCA?
• DIGITAL OUT×1?COAXIAL?

Other Terminals
• SEND×1?1/4 inch PHONE?
• RETURN×1?1/4 inch PHONE?
• MIDI OUT×1?5-pin DIN?
• CONTROL×2??3.5MINI JACK?
• USB-B Port × 1
• LINK Terminal × 6

Sampling Rate 96 kHz
D/A Converter 32 bit
A/D Converter 24 bit
Frequency Performance 20 Hz ?20 kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.004% or less
Signal/Noise Ratio 107 dB ?LINE?
Headroom 19 dB
Power Source AC 120 V ?60 Hz ?
Power Consumption 42 W
Max External Dimensions 16.9 in (W)×16.1 in (D) ×4.3 in (H)
Weight 18.7 lb

The DJM-2000 will be available in June 2010 with a suggested retail price (MSRP) of $2,999.

Pioneer offers a complete line of professional DJ Equipment through its Professional Sound & Visual Division. Its DJM series of mixers has become an industry standard at clubs, studios, mobile rigs and homes around the world, known for its high quality sound and reliability. For more information, visit www.pioneerprodj.com.

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, California, and its U.S. Web address is www.pioneerelectronics.com. Its parent company, Pioneer Corporation, established in Tokyo in 1938, is a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio, video and computer equipment for the home, car and business markets.

Contacts:
Jaed Arzadon, 310-952-2451 or jaed.arzadon@pioneer-usa.com
Dave Arevalo, 310-952-2745 or david.arevalo@pioneer-usa.com

*1 – Current as of March 10, 2010, according to Pioneer research.
*2 – Final sound from mixing.
*3 – SD cards are only compatible with the CDJ-2000.
*4 – Only the CDJ-2000 can indicate on-air status.
*5 – Compatible with Windows or Mac. When using Windows, three sources or more can be assigned only when using ASIO compliant software.
*6 – CD-ROM included. The USB audio interface function can be used after software is installed on the computer.

Hiroshi Watanabe (aka Kompakt producer Kaito) isn’t a name that springs to mind when thinking of DJ pioneers, but Watanabe San has been making a big noise in Japan and has been pushing the boundaries of DJing in the most tech-obsessed city in the world, Tokyo. It’s no big surprise, then, that Vestax turned to him when it came to designing their new TR-1 Traktor Controller.

The TR-1 is their latest piece of shiny new DJ equipment, a controller designed with one thing in mind — controlling Native Instruments’ DJing software Traktor.

The design philosophy behind the new hardware DJ controller is emulating the feel and fine controls DJs are used to having at their finger tips. Working with someone who actually stands in a dark DJ box night after night, like Watanabe, makes a lot of sense. Most products are designed in brightly-lit labs and meeting rooms, so it is little surprise to see so many that ALMOST work brilliantly in a club environment.

The TR-1 is a four-channel controller that allows access to pretty much all of the features in Traktor without needing to reach for the mouse. Smooth long throw 60mm faders and nice feeling pots all make for a great time while DJing, even if the TR-1 is missing a cross-fader. The knobs used on the TR-1 are great, the grip is excellent and they are spaced well, so there is no chance of accidentally moving the knob next-door, while tweaking knobs madly in the middle of a set. Another simple, but effective feature, is that every time a knob or slider is adjusted, a little data light flashes in the top right hand corner of the unit — an important visual aid.

The TR-1′s control panel is laid out like a two-channel mixer, with effects and various other controls to the side. Each channel has the same set of controls. Four-channel control is via switches at the top of each channel, which select the current channel being controlled; this is a clever way of squeezing extra channels into the same sized box, and makes a lot of sense for a unit that is designed to be portable.

This should make moving over from traditional DJing formats like vinyl and CD even easier.

Each channel has a fader for volume and pots to control EQ (Low, Mid and Hi), a Pan pot and a filter control. At the top of the fader, we find a cue button for each channel sitting either side of a four-way switch (sort of like a joystick), which is used to browse and load tracks.

To the left and right of the faders, in a mirror image arrangement of the Traktor screen on the computer, are buttons to control features such as Loop, Key, Sync, Cue Forward and Back, and set Cue Point. Also located in this area is a large button which toggles play and pause as well as buttons for FX 1 and 2.

The Move Control Section allows precise manipulation over the four channels’ loop parameters. A simple button selects between channel A, B, C or D, while another button, Value, then lets the length of the loop be tailored to suit, from 1/32 of a beat to eight bars. Once again, the emphasis is on ease of use. The Mode button allows the loop start and end points to be adjusted, and in conjunction with the Move button, the loop can then be placed around the track.

The FX section is also a relative joy to use. Four knobs and four buttons activate the desired effect, which can be turned on or off at the push of the corresponding button. How much effect is added is determined by how far left or right the knob is turned — simple.

The influence of Hiroshi Watanabe can be seen in features like the lovely long Tempo faders and the placement of the Bend buttons at the bottom (just where you want them). At the top of the fader is a knob to control the key of that channel.

The master section is also designed well. A knob rather than a fader takes care of the master level, which saves space and avoids potentially knocking a fader while your fingers are darting around. Next to the master level are the monitor mix and the monitor level knobs.

The TR-1 is sturdy and well built, as well as being small enough to fit into a laptop bag. The control surface is well spaced, and packs a lot of control into a small space without feeling cluttered. All in all, the TR-1 gives control of 160 parameters and the shift button allows customisation of controls in a very neat way.

There are a few things missing from the TR-1 like a cross-fader, the ability to switch master tracks manually, and no built-in soundcard. But this is a great product. The TR-1 offers control of a computer-based programme, whilst putting performance back into the hands of the DJ. By mimicking everything that would normally be done on screen and with a mouse makes for a fast, easy, hands-on way to control your tracks and sets. The art of the digital DJ has evolved and the time is definitely now.

This unit is currently available exclusivly through Lightsounds in Australia.

THANKS AGAIN TO SKRATCHWORX.COM FOR THE WRITE – UP.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Many years ago, in a time before email, intranet and even wordprocessors, business survived on inter-office memos. In my employers case, memo pads were issued, and one particular guy took great delight in utilising these triplicate copy pads to the max. It came to a head one day when he actually sent a memo about a memo he was going to send next week. Needless to say, the scorn I heaped upon him did at the very least stop the ridiculous amount of pointless paper spewing from his tiny office. And I was immediately reminded of this when Serato yesterday posted an announcement… errr about an announcement they are going to make in January.

Here’s what they say, or don’t as the case may be.

ABLETON AND SERATO
At the BPM show in 2008, Ableton and Serato announced a creative partnership. One year later, we’re hard at work to make our products play nice together, and we’re gearing up for a big unveiling on January 14, 2010, at the winter NAMM show in Aneheim, California. Keep your eyes peeled on www.serato.com and www.ableton.com for more news.

We’re not letting the cat out of the bag just yet, other than to say if you own Ableton Live, and any of the DJ products that use Serato software, get ready to unleash your creativity in 2010!

So while I often refer to the announcement as alleged and mythical and generally mock Serato for the somewhat pre-emptive money shot, I know it’s very real and will probably be everything you want it to be. Exactly what it is will have to wait until January 2010.

Taken From Skratchworx.com

NEW PIONEER CDJ DIGITAL TURNTABLES BRING THE ART OF DJING TO NEW HEIGHTS NEW PIONEER CDJ DIGITAL TURNTABLES BRING THE ART OF DJING TO NEW HEIGHTS
CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 Enable DJs to Access Their Music Directly from the Players

Long Beach, CA (September 17, 2009) – Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Professional Sound and Visual Division, the leader in Pro DJ products and the innovator of the CD turntable, today launched two multi-format digital turntables, the CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900, with features that put the performance back into the art of DJing and reduce the need for laptops to access music files. DJs of all experience levels can enhance their mixing and scratching capabilities using proprietary technologies such as rekordbox™1 music management, Pro DJ Link, Needle Search and USB and SD card connectivity.

“Understanding the expanding needs of today’s evolving DJs, Pioneer’s new multi-format digital turntables allow DJs to access, search and control their content directly from the player itself,” said Matt Dever, Vice President, Professional Sound and Visual Division. “The new CDJ players provide the same legendary quality standards and playability of the CDJ-1000/800 with the added convenience of native playback of key digital media file formats accessed through a multitude of compatible media, whether it’s on CD, DVD, portable hard drive or flash memory device. In addition, both models are HID compatible with today’s top DJ performance software, making these players the natural selection for any performance DJ.”

Prepared For Any Performance
Adapting to today’s variety of media formats, the CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 enable playback of MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF audio files from CDs and USB memory devices, and from DVDs and SD cards as well on the CDJ-2000. A USB port located on top of the turntable enables users to quickly connect an external storage device such as a Tonium Pacemaker™ or a hard drive packed with music files, minimizing the need to bring a laptop computer to performances.

Both the CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 turntables include rekordbox™, Pioneer’s proprietary music management software that organizes and catalogs a DJ’s entire music library. When music files are imported to rekordbox, the software analyzes each file and prepares them for use specifically with the new CDJ turntables. Key elements of Pioneer’s rekordbox software:

Analyze:

Beats Per Minute (BPM) Data – BPM / Tempo information for each song is identified and processed into rekordbox for use by the DJ in preparing and performing a set.

Waveform Data – The waveform of each song is identified and then displayed on the bottom screen for quick data visualization and for use with the needle search function on the CDJ-2000 turntable.

Customize:

Tag Info & Artwork – Edit and customize the file information to performance needs.

Hot Cues, Cue Points, and Loops – Prepare and customize cues and loops as well as create and manage hot cue banks.

Playlists – Create, edit and manage customized playlists for various performances.

Beatgrid – Utilizing the new Quantizing feature, cue points and loops can be set perfectly on-beat. The Quantize feature ensures cue points are set accurately and automatically, correcting and synching beats during manual looping or a real-time cueing, preventing off beat mistakes.

Users can then transfer analyzed music files to their preferred storage media and play them directly from the new CDJ turntables. The software offers song information that can be viewed easily during performances on the CDJs’ large displays to quickly search and access content by genre, title, BPM, etc. Also, as analyzed tracks are played through the CDJ products, the turntables automatically create and save a play history enabling users to review past performances on their PCs.

Pro DJ Link
The new turntables feature Pioneer’s Pro DJ Link that enables up to four CDJ-2000/900s to be connected via the Link Port to share a single music source, whether it is a hard drive, USB and/or SD memory card. Once linked, users have the ability to quickly find, display and choose the music file from a connected source through the CDJ’s built-in display and control knobs. A quick turn of the knob lets users scroll through created files and folders and a push of the knob confirms the song choice.

Advanced Connectivity
The new turntables feature a 24-bit/48 kHz sound card and HID and MIDI control compatibility via USB port. Up to 35 controls on the surface of each player can be used to trigger other devices, such as DJ effecters and software by way of HID and/or MIDI.

The HID controls were implemented into the players for superior interfacing with software, faster communication speed over MIDI, audio/visual streaming and two-way information on displays. HID enables easy, precise and native control of DVS systems such as Serato™ Scratch Live, Native Instruments’ Traktor series and MixVibes Cross2 without the need for time-coded discs.

CDJ-2000 Enhancements

LCD panel and Graphic User Interface – The flagship CDJ-2000 features a large WQVGA 6.1-inch full-color 480 x 234 LCD panel for displaying song titles and jacket art as well as detailed track information so DJs can select songs at a glance. The wave data of each song is also illustrated on screen, showing high and low amplitude to further assist DJs.

Needle Search – Helps DJs instantaneously get to a specific part of a song with a simple touch of the Needle Search pad. Found directly below the CDJ-2000’s high resolution LCD panel, the touchpad lets the DJ “place the needle” and jump quickly to a specific part of a music track.

Jog Dial – Adjustments for tension were enhanced from previous models allowing the DJ to further customize the feel of the jog dial from a light to heavy sensitivity. Four illuminated areas on the sides of the Jog Dial aid the DJ in finding the desired spot on the plate in dim lighting environments.

CDJ-900 Enhancements

Slip Mode – When activated, Slip Mode silently continues song playback during a loop, reverse or scratch and continues audible playback at the exact time when the loop, reverse or scratch is ended creating smoother transitions.

Advanced Auto Beat Loop – The CDJ-900 generates a four-beat loop at a touch of a button creating a customized sound to provide more time for DJs to blend in transitioning music.

The Extras
For more accurate tempo control while mixing, each player is enhanced with increased frame increments of 0.5 frames that allow the DJ to set a cue point or loop point with more precision.

To achieve the highest sound quality, both the CDJ-2000 and CDJ-900 were equipped with the audio industry’s highly respected Wolfson DAC processors, delivering a very transparent, accurate audio signal resulting in a highly improved signal-to-noise ratio and increased headroom.

The CDJ-2000 will be available in November 2009 with a suggested retail price of $2,150.
The CDJ-900 will be available in December 2009 with a suggested retail price of $1,600.

Pioneer offers a complete line of professional DJ Equipment through its Professional Sound & Visual Division. Its DJM series of mixers has become an industry standard at clubs, studios, mobile rigs and homes around the world, known for its high quality sound and reliability. For more information, visit www.pioneerprodj.com.

Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. is headquartered in Long Beach, Calif., and its U.S. Web address is www.pioneerelectronics.com. Its parent company, Pioneer Corporation, established in Tokyo in 1938, is a preeminent manufacturer of high-performance audio, video and computer equipment for the home, car and business markets.

1 rekordbox is music file management software developed by Pioneer in cooperation with MixVibes for use in combination with Pioneer products.
2 For more information on the version that improves compatibility when connected with the CDJ-2000/900, please see the Tonium’s website at http://www.tonium.com.
3 For more information on the version that improves compatibility when connected with the CDJ-2000/900, please see the Serato Audio Research’s website at http://www.serato.com. .
4 For more information on the version that improves compatibility when connected with the CDJ-2000/900, please see the Native Instrument’s website at http://www.native-instruments.com. .
5 For more information on the version that improves compatibility when connected with the CDJ-2000, please see the MixVibes website at http://www.mixvibes.com.

PIONEER is a registered trademark of Pioneer Corporation
REKORDBOX is a trademark of Pioneer Corporation.
MIXVIBES and CROSS are trademarks of MixVibes Companies in the United States and other countries.
PACEMAKER is a registered trademark of Tonium AB.
SERATO and SCRATCH LIVE are trademarks of Serato Audio Research.
TRAKTOR is a trademark of Native Instruments.
WOLFSON is a registered trademark of Wolfson Microelectronics.

Specifications CDJ-2000

Compatible Media
Music CD Yes
CD-R Yes
CD-RW Yes
DVD±R Yes
DVD±RW Yes
DVD±R-DL Yes
USB Devices Yes
SD Memory Card Yes

Compatible Files
MP3 Yes
AAC Yes
WAV Yes
AIFF Yes

File Systems Compatible with USB Storage
FAT12 Yes
FAT16 Yes
FAT32 Yes
HFS? Yes

Frequency Range 4Hz – 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 115dB or higher (JEITA)
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.0018% (JEITA)

USB Ports USB-A 1 and USB-B 1
Link Port LAN / 100 base – tx Yes

Audio Output Terminals
AUDIO OUT 1 (RCA)
DIGITAL OUT 1 (COAXIAL)

Other Terminals
CONTROL 1(?3.5 Mini-plug)
Audio Output Voltage 2.0 Vrms
Power Supply to Use 120 V ac (60Hz)
Power Consumption 28 W

Maximum Dimensions
(WxDxH in mm) 320 × 405.7 × 106.4
(WxDxH in inches) 12.6” x 15.94” x 4.19”
Unit Weight (kg / lbs.) 4.6 kg / 10.14 lbs.

Specifications CDJ-900

Compatible Media:
Music CD Yes
CD-R Yes
CD-RW Yes
DVD±R No
DVD±RW No
DVD±R-DL No
USB Devices Yes
SD Memory Card No

Compatible Files:
MP3 Yes
AAC Yes
WAV Yes
AIFF Yes

File Systems Compatible with USB Storage
FAT12 Yes
FAT16 Yes
FAT32 Yes
HFS? Yes

Frequency Range 4Hz – 20kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio 115dBor higher (JEITA)
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.003% (JEITA)
USB Ports USB-A 1 and USB-B 1
Link Port LAN / 100 base – tx Yes

Audio Output Terminals
AUDIO OUT 1 (RCA)
DIGITAL OUT 1 (COAXIAL)

Other Terminals
CONTROL 1(?3.5 Mini-plug)
Audio Output Voltage 2.0 Vrms
Power Supply to Use 120 V ac (60 Hz)
Power Consumption 26 W

Maximum Dimensions
(WxDxH in mm) 305 x 385 x 115.6
(WxDxH in inches) 12.01” x 14.78” x 4.55”
Unit Weight (kg / lbs.) 3.9 kg / 8.6 lbs.

Music File Management Software rekordbox™
Compatible Operating Systems Mac OSX (10.4.6 or later)
Windows Vista® Home Basic, Home Premium, Ultimate, Business
Windows® XP Home Edition, Professional (SP2 & Later)
Compatible Files: MP3/AAC/WAV/AIFF
System Requirements: Mac OS X: / Intel® Core. Duo (or equivalent processor)
1.83 GHz or faster
Windows Vista® or Windows® XP:
Intel® Pentium® 4 (or equivalent processor)
2 GHz or faster
Memory 512 MB or more
Free Hard Drive Space 250 MB or more (Not including the space needed for saving music and other files)
Disk Drives: CD-ROM Drive
Display XGA (1024×768)
or greater recommended

One of the hottest, most unexpected but utterly logical things to come out of the DJ Expo was Denon’s Scratch Live focused DN-HC1000S controller. Not a regular MIDI controller you understand in the VCI sense, but the one takes away much of the reading your email syndrome of DVS usage. Well what you see here is the finalised version, complete with a few additions. And I have a price for you as well.

Here’s a list of the mapped buttons out of the box:

FILE SELECT
BACK
FWD
A-LOAD
B-LOAD
FILES
BROWSE
HISTORY
PREPARE
CUE-1 ~ CUE-5
CLEAR CUE POINTS 1 ~ 5
LOOP CUT
LOOP ROLL
AUTO LOOP
RELOOP
IN LOOP POINT
OUT LOOP POINT
EXIT LOOP
CENSOR
REVERSE
TAP BPM
SAMP 1 ~ 6
LOAD TO SAMPLE
PITCH BEND
TRACK SEARCH
FAST SEARCH
START AND STOP RECORDING.
INSTANT DOUBLE DECK A.
INSTANT DOUBLE DECK B.
CHANGE MIDI CH. TO NO.1, 2, 3, 4 (CH 2~4 is mappable)*
SELECT MANUAL LOOP SLOT
KEY LOCK ON/OFF

* For those not sufficiently clued up MIDI wise, this means that you can make your own configurations for other applications, making this a controller for all DVS users – not just Scratch Live.

The shift key also activates additional controls, signified by the white labels under certain buttons. And this is an all metal construction – case and faceplate too.

Not much news on the pricing yet but we’ll keep you in the loop as soon as we know…