Does This Vestax Spin Dj Usb Controller Only Work For Mac
Hello, I know that this thread has not seen any posts in the last few months, but there's been some progress with adding newer professional level controllers to djay Pro for Mac. I jumped on the opportunity and bought the Pioneer DDJ-SX2 controller back in October. I've been performing as a DJ on and off for about 20 years, and this is by far the best piece of DJ equipment I've used since I fell in love with the Pioneer CDJ-500s and the older Pioneer DJM-600 mixer years ago. The remaining information in this post is very detailed, I hope the following points help clarify why I appreciate this equipment:. Large jog wheels allow for more accurate positioning and scratching. Very similar to what you find on CDJs from Pioneer. The large eight button drum pads are very useful for cues, loops, and beat slicer.
The pitch/tempo slider has a notch that tactilely indicates the center, the same feeling you get with the CDJs. There are three effect knobs and on/off buttons for each, making it easy to apply layers of effects. There's a great touch strip that is wide enough to really accurately skim tracks looking for the correct position when setting cues.
Dedicated cue/mix knob, seemingly missing from many controllers. For example, the Vestax Spin II didn't have proper dedicated knobs for this use.
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There's a dedicated knob for adjusting crossover curve, for those interested in scratching. The crossfader is buttery smooth, great for scratching. Additionally, it is replaceable when worn out. Dedicated load buttons for each deck, and a knob that can be used to navigate the library.
VoiceOver follows the keyboard focus, so you will hear track details as you turn the knob. Additional details for the advanced DJ:. The drum pad and nearby bank of buttons can be given up to eight different roles. This makes assigning nearly every djay Pro function to a dedicated button entirely possible. The slicer feature is fun, but it also provides you an audible way to understand your current beat grid. This is super useful for setting the grid if you prefer using such tools.
For low vision users, the majority of LEDs on the deck can be set to any RGB value you wish. This means you can for example create a high contrast setting for your slicer if you prefer in the colors you see best. There are no LCD panels on this controller that display information, so we're not missing out on any text or images that commonly appear on the LCDs of other controllers. If needed you can connect two additional analog audio devices, such as CD players. Audio:.
This controller features proper XLR balanced connectors for main output. They can be set to different DB levels depending on your need.
There's a nice Pioneer mic preamp built in if you need to talk over your mix. Secondary mic is also available, but keep in mind it is using a balanced TRS quarter inch port not XLR. Two ports for headphones, one quarter inch and the other eighth inch. The headphone amp works well with power hungry headphones. I'm using Focal Spirit Pro headphones with this device and it drives them well.
There are four output channels on this device, 1 and 2 represent main output, 3 and 4 represent booth and headphone output. VoiceOver can be used with the headphones or booth output by configuring the default output of the Pioneer DDJ SX2 in Audio MIDI Setup.
See more details at the end of the post. Configuration: These steps work for the mentioned Pioneer DDJ-SX2 controller, but also apply to other similar controllers: 1) Open Audio MIDI Setup on your Mac. It is located in /Applications/Utilities/ or you can use Spotlight to open it. 2) With the controller connected, select it in the table containing audio devices. 3) From the Utility popup menu, select speaker configuration.
4) Select the Stereo radio button found at the top of the window. 5) Change the left and right speaker configuration from channels 1 and 2 to channels 3 and 4.
6) Press the left speaker and right speaker buttons to test the configuration before applying your changes. 7) Press Apply button, then press Done. 8) Open VoiceOver Utility. 9) Under Sound, select the Pioneer DDJ-SX2 or your similar controller for VoiceOver output. 10) Confirm your change if you do hear the VoiceOver speech arriving on your Pioneer or similar controller. NOTE: The earlier mentioned knob that mixes booth and headphone output between cue and mix does effect VoiceOver output.
As channels 3 and 4 are meant explicitly for cue, turning the knob all the way to the right will result in not hearing any cue audio, and therefore no VOiceOver audio. Your mix obviously shouldn't include VoiceOver's output, as you want your audience to only hear the music. If you have more specific questions, use the personal contact form or send me a tweet. If you want to hear mixes recorded using this controller, subscribe to my podcast feed, and listen to mixes made in October, November, and December. Mixes made before this were done using the Vestax Spin II.
or to post comments #4 accessible dj controller Submitted by Bighomeyjc on 9 February, 2017. Thank you for an excellent review on the Pioneer DDJ SX-2. As a fellow blind DJ, I'm always on the lookout for advice on accessible hardware and software applications.
Does This Vestax Spin Dj Usb Controller Only Work For Mac
Several years ago I switched from CD's to digital. I was granted limited accessibility with the Vestax Spin 2, however, Djay 2 didn't allow Voice-Over to be dedicated to channel 3 and 4. And as you already know, Djay Pro resolved this issue. With its nice compact size, I was able to carry this unit in a laptop case, but when I desired something bigger and with a more professional look, I went the IDJ Pro.
In injunction with the iPad air, and a wireless keyboard, I've been given full functionality. But thanks to your information, the DDJ SX-2 will most likely be my next upgrade. or to post comments #8 Vestax Spin II Submitted by Ryan Dour on 25 March, 2018.