Some questions about the Denon MC6000?

Hi,

I’ve got the MC3000 and am looking to upgrade to the MC6000 mk1 too, so I’ve done a fair bit of research!

The main differences are:
MK1 is Traktor/VDj native, the MK2 is Serato native (But will work with traktor/vdj) mk1 won’t work with serato
no record out, booth output EQ, pc/mac switcher (not important anyway), standby switch (again, not important) no internal mixer mode (I think it can’t be used as a standalone mixer), sound card specs slightly different, Items moved to the front panel from Top, Left Pitch is now mirrored to right side, Cue buttons became larger, Mic inputs improved, Phono 1&2 have moved to 3&4, Output Sound improved

I’m by no means a scratch DJ but they should be adequate for scratching IMO. Pitch faders are very sensitive, so great for beatmatching. AFAIK the 1/4″ jacks are fine for booth outputs, if the speaker takes XLR cables just bring XLR to TRS cables with you!
It’s certainly the most versatile controller out there, which is why I’m gonna pick mine up soon. I’m also very happy with my MC3000.

Any more questions let me know.

Hi,

I had a mk1, sold it for a good price and will hopefully get the mk2 soon. Let me try to answer your questions.

– Are the pitch faders any good? Good enough for accurate beatmatching?

Pitchfaders are pretty high-res, so definitely suitable for accurate beatmatching.

– Are the jog wheels up to that task as well? Would they be any decent to scratch with?

I think Steve Canueto actually does some scratching on the MC6000 in the Scratching for Controller DJs course. The jogs on the MC6000 are smallish (like on many controllers), but the quality is very good.

– What is the difference between mk1 and mk2? Denon seem to be hiding something about mk1. Could it be issues with compatibility or quality, or is it just a refresh?

Most of the differences have been commented on in the above reply. Lots of ergonomic chances. Some technical. Even with the “better” soundcard, mic channels and such, the quality of the original MC6000 imho is absolutely acceptable for pro use. I don’t think they are hiding everything. The mk1 was a pretty popular controller with mobile DJs.

– I noticed that instead of having XLRs for the balanced booth output, it has 6.5mm TRS jacks x2. Is this a standard because I personally have never heard of 6.5mms being used like this.

It’s actually pretty common to have only the mains out in XLR. If booth out is balanced too, then usually they will go for Jacks, because they take up a lot less space. Apart from the locking (XLR locks, Jacks don’t), there is no real difference between the two. Indeed, good quality, balance, Jack to XLR cables will do the trick nicely. It’s comparable with many PA mixers, where the main out is XLR and the aux outs are often Jacks.

– And, finally, is it actually any good?

My favorite question. I had mine since it came out and used it pretty intensively for over 3 1/2 years. It’s built like a tank, quality is good all around (sound, faders, jogs, etx.). With the exception of the currently hot “performance pads”, it has everything you could possibly need in a very compact format. It’s a mobile DJs workhorse.

It’s got plenty of inputs and outputs and with Denon’s “matrix” input selection you can easily switch inputs over various channels, which is very handy if you have an aux source hooked up, but happen to be playing something on that channel from the laptop. Just switch the next channel to that input and off you go.
For me, as a mobile DJ, the fact that it is a standalone mixer too, is an absolute must. Two mic channels with three band EQ, talk-over (ducking) and even a simple reverb are also very handy. 1 mic for the DJ, one (wireless) mic for the MC, speakers, etx.

Not sure what the rate is on Oz dollars to the Euro, but that price sounds very (too?) good. For that money I guess it’s hard to be disappointed with a unit like this.

Hope that helps.

Greetinx.

Yes. I don’t need them, but that is actually a good way to go. And those will have extra features to them, not just the pads usually, so even more functionality.

Let us know what you do.

Greetinx.

It’s a great piece of kit. Mine has copped years of use and some abuse and still runs strong.
I bought a DJTT midi-fighter instead of sample pads but my set up is probably a bit more complex than most.
Seriously, though the build quality is awesome… would definitely recommend.

Coops