User manual PIONEER DC-X303Z

[. . . ] The LCD occupies a central position and is inspired by technology advanced by Pioneer's SVM-1000 AV mixer. Only here it's developed further to provide an intuitive hands-on instant-access way of controlling various audio features. These include the mixer's three main performance modes: Frequency Mix, Sidechain Remix and MIDI Mode. 1 Frequency Mix is a hi-res virtual crossfader, split into seven separate frequency bands. So between two channels you can touch and affect the mix with greater precision across the full frequency range. [. . . ] 2 Sidechain Remix features a basic synth and is operated via the on-screen grid by X/Y movements. There are four types of oscillator and three effects, including Gate. And the outcome is sidechaining, using one signal to trigger an effects parameter that changes a second signal. 3 MIDI Mode functions like a fully assignable MIDI pad, with four different screen options. Providing opportunities for even more creative freedom. From here you can map different MIDI tools and software according to your needs. 4 By touching the panel, you can also access the Live Sampler. This allows WAV samples, of up to eight-seconds, to be recorded from the MIC Input or Master Output, mounted on the new CDJs, and looped, scratched or hot-cued, depending on DJing style. 1 2 3 4 Main effects 1 inst fx 2 The mixer's impressive built-in Beat Effects suite is inspired by technology from Pioneer's EFX-1000, together with isolator EQ technology from the DJM-1000 mixer. Plus, there are new additions like Multi Tap Delay, Gate, and Slip Roll. The latter of which sounds similar to the famous feedback loop, but is quicker to deploy. The versatility of this connectivity means DJ changeover times are quicker as transitions become seamless with the new rekordboxTM Link. And DJs performing with software like Ableton Live can use the DC-X303Z as a controller and soundcard, making it easier to set up in the club. Capable of fitting into any environment, the DC-X303Z is the perfect partner for the CDJ-2000, and the rack-mount kit makes it easy to install. reMix Powerhouse Integrating software, like Ableton Live, into the mix has never been easier. In fact the DC-X303Z is the perfect marriage of hardware and software for the performing DJ Producer. The DC-X303Z sends a MIDI clock from the Beat Effects so DJs can literally mix between a rekordboxTM DJ set and performance in software, all in perfect time and on the same computer. One USB cable gives access to a four-channel soundcard and the entire surface of the DC-X303Z sends MIDI with dedicated Start/Stop controls for your sequencer. The touch-screen MIDI pages offer four layouts, which will easily keep even the most adventurous producers happy for playing out new Ableton tracks. The CDJ-2000s offer HID control and soundcards for DJ software like Traktor, so the DC-X303Z MIDI pages are free to control your favourite software effects. rekorDboxTM link rekordboxTM is without doubt the most important tool for making DJs' lives less stressful. It's like iTunes for DJs, and literally turns your laptop into an advanced digital rekordboxTM. And now, rekordboxTM connects directly to the DC-X303Z with the groundbreaking new rekordboxTM Link. [. . . ] And now, rekordboxTM connects directly to the DC-X303Z with the groundbreaking new rekordboxTM Link. It's our answer to Digital Vinyl Systems and DJ software, but solves all the issues. Connect your laptop with just one LAN cable to the DC-X303Z and the music stored on up to two rekordboxTM laptops can be accessed at the same time on up to four CDJs. There's no need for soundcards, MIDI controllers and all the rewiring. [. . . ]