Designed with a large seven-inch platter, filter controls, and cross fader, Casio’s XW-DJ1 DJ Controller allows users to enjoy the ‘scratching’ DJ style when mixing and creating tracks. The XW-DJ1 is compatible with Casio’s djay app for iTunes. The XW-DJ1 integration with djay provides direct controls for cue points, tempo sync, effects, looping and more providing users a tactile experience for mixing and performing music. Users can also connect to Spotify and mix along to their favorite songs. Additionally, the compact XW-DJ1 is portable because it is battery-powered and offers a built-in-speaker.
The XW-PD1 Groove Center is equipped with the sound engine from Casio’s XW series of synthesizers. The XW-PD1 design includes 16 pads and four knobs for fast real-time music production. The XW-PD1’s outer ring contains 16 buttons, which can be used to control the step sequencer, select tracks, effect, and more.
Users can create rhythms and phrases with the pads as well as apply DSP effects such as filters, delays, and ring modulators to the total mix. The XW-PD1 includes drum kits for a variety of styles such as R&B, Hip Hop, Trap, House while its Solo Synth engine can create ACID bass lines, Dubstep wobble effects, and more.
The audio output of the XW-DJ1 can be connected to the audio input of the XW-PD1 so the two units can be used in tandem. This allows users to do live remix performances utilizing the capabilities of each product. The XW-DJ1 DJ Controller will be available at select retailers nationwide beginning January 2015 for an MSRP of $299; the XW-PD1 Groove Center will be available beginning March 2015 for an MSRP of $399.
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