A new two-channel mixer is joining the Pioneer DJ range – the DJM-450 and a new iOS control device aimed at novice DJs.
Inheriting features and design elements from the flagship DJM-900NXS2, the DJM-450 is designed to partner with XDJ-700 multiplayers or PLX-1000 turntables to create a professional-style set-up.
Mixing on the DJM-450 is designed to be seamless thanks to the smooth curves on the EQs and channel faders. The Magvel crossfader, inherited from the DJM-900NXS2, gives an accurate response and assured feel during complicated scratch techniques. Sound Colour FX and Beat FX with parameter control also come from its flagship mixer. And warm, high-quality audio comes thanks to the 64-bit digital signal processor, which uses dithering technology.
The built-in sound card means you can connect the DJM-450 to a PC/Mac with a single USB cable and use the bundled rekordbox dj and rekordbox dvs Plus Packs (worth a combined €248) to DJ with tracks stored on a PC/Mac when using turntables and Pioneer’s control vinyl (available separately).
The DJM-450 is available from November at an RRP of €699 including VAT.
FEATURES
Professional layout
Smooth channel faders and EQs
Isolator feature on EQs
Professional Magvel crossfader
USB Send/Receive
Sound Colour FX
Beat FX
Send/return
High-quality, powerful sound
Includes rekordbox dj and rekordbox dvs licences
Two headphone outs
Independent Mic section
Signal GND terminal
In addition, the DDJ-WeGO4 controller is aimed at novice DJs new to the world of mixing and connects to an iPad to enable the user to mix music from their iTunes library, or control tracks stored on a laptop via USB
The DDJ-WeGO4 features all the tactile controls you need to learn to mix seamlessly, including play/cue buttons, EQ knobs, tempo sliders, a crossfader and jog wheels for scratching, as well as professional FX.
A licence key for the firm’s professional DJ performance application for Mac/PC, Rekordbox dj (worth €139), is bundled with it. The controller is also compatible with WeDJ, its new DJ performance app for iPad, which allows the user to mix tracks in their iTunes library.
The DDJ-WeGO4 is available from September at an SRP of €319 including VAT
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