PIONEER DDJ SZ PRO DJ CLUB ORIENTED MIDI CONTROLLER IN JOHANNESBURG

Two sound cards and USB ports enable two computers to be connected at the same time. A dedicated A/B button on each side of the controller enables DJs to split the controller and assign each half between the two USB ports for seamless DJ handovers with no more awkward gaps in the music. DJs can enjoy even more creative freedom thanks to a high/low pass filter on every channel, including the two MIC channels and sampler, plus Master channel, while each effects can be fine-tuned using the large rotary parameter dial. High-quality FX include the new Oscillator– Noise, Siren, Cymbal and Horn – as well as popular Sound Color FX – Pitch, Echo, Jet and Filter The DDJ-SZ is equipped with an “OSCILLATOR” that emits four types of sound (NOISE, SIREN, CYMBAL, HORN). Simply select the type of sound you want to output and turn the knob to produce new developments in the music by overlaying sounds on top of the music being played, further emphasizing exciting parts of the music, and so on. The DDJ-SZ includes four types of “SOUND COLOR FX” functions (PITCH, JET, ECHO, FILTER), which are a popular part of the DJM series. Various effects can be added to the music simply by turning the knob, opening up the possibility of a diverse range of remixes. It is also possible to synchronize ECHO to the BPM of the music being played by obtaining BPM information from “Serato DJ”. The four external inputs allow DJs to connect CDJs and turntables and use the DDJ-SZ as a stand-alone four-channel mixer. In addition, the unit has two dedicated MIC inputs with Hi/Low EQ, enabling voice MCing without sacrificing mixer channels. Plus two Master Out ports (balanced and RCA) and one balanced Booth Out port mean DJs can connect to a variety of PA set-ups. The four external inputs allow DJs to connect CDJs and turntables and use the DDJ-SZ as a stand-alone four-channel mixer. In addition, the unit has two dedicated MIC inputs with Hi/Low EQ, enabling voice MCing without sacrificing mixer channels. Plus two Master Out ports (balanced and RCA) and one balanced Booth Out port mean DJs can connect to a variety of PA set-ups. The DDJ-SZ is equipped with Pioneer’s own magnetic crossfader for smooth, steady control. Two metal shafts support the fader knobs, while the robust contact-free magnetic system can be used more than 10 million times. The operational load, fader curve and cut lag can be adjusted to suit the DJ’s preference. All buttons and knobs, as well as the soundcard*2, are “PLUG AND PLAY” – configured in advance to work with “Serato DJ”. Top plate and jog wheels built with an aluminum stylish finish Slip Mode for precision scratching: Slip Mode silently continues track playback during a loop, reverse or scratch, and brings the music back at the right point when the DJ exits the performance. It also adds a further level to the Performance Pads, enabling tricks such as Slip Hot Cue Needle Search: touch strip for intuitive, fast searches P-LOCK Fader Caps are impossible to pull off in the heat of a mix. Auto Standby” function switches to standby mode when a state of no use or no input continues for a certain period of time. SoftwareSerato DJ Number of channels4 audio channels, 2 mic channels Input portsCD/LINE×4 (RCA), PHONO×2 (RCA) MIC x 2 (XLR & 1/4 inch combined PHONE x 1, 1/4 inch PHONE x 1) Output portsMASTER OUT×2 (RCA×1, XLR×1) BOOTH OUT×1 (1/4 inch PHONE) HEADPHONE MONITOR OUT×2 (front panel 1/4 inch PHONE, Φ3.5mm MiniPin) Other portsUSB x 2 (Type B) Sampling rate44.1 kHz D/A converter24 bit A/D converter24 bit Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz Total Harmonic Distortion ratio% or less (USB) S/N ratio111 dB or above (USB) Head room19 dB Maximum dimensions870 mm (W) × mm (D) × 98.4 mm (H) Unit weight10.4 kg For more info on this product click here