which controller should I use ?
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August 13, 2014 at 3:36 pm #2048543
Terry_42
KeymasterWell M-Audio hast dicontinued all its controllers and hence Torq really lacks the features of modern DJ controllers and the other software titles you mentioned are ancient history.
The reloop Mixage IE is the most current of the 2 controllers you have and yes it is OKish to use in Traktor.
It will get you started and is OK for entry into the DJ world. However I would advise getting a Traktor Pro version as the Traktor LE version the Mixage comes with is severely limited.Nonetheless, after you got your feet wet and acquired some basic skills you will want to upgrade soonish.
August 13, 2014 at 11:55 pm #2048556Pete Lindemann
ParticipantThanks so much this advise helps me a lot
August 14, 2014 at 12:03 am #2048558Alex Moschopoulos
ParticipantWhich M-Audio Controller?
I used an Xponent until a month ago with Traktor. Mappings exist. If not, you could easily sell it on Ebay.
August 14, 2014 at 1:17 pm #2048642Pete Lindemann
ParticipantThis is what I know … actually fining the Xponent mixer easier to use than the Mixage IE might be the software is working better with it ? anyway this is what it is -M Audio Xponent DJ Mixer Controller, USB controller, All hardware controls are pre-mapped to corresponding software functions in Torq 4-output USB audio interface: 4 RCA outputs for independent control of the house system and booth monitors ¼” TRS headphone output with cue and volume controls 16-bit/48kHz max sample rate ASIO and Core Audio compatible Advanced MIDI control surface:
mixer controls: 2 vertical volume controls 2 3-band EQ control knobs with kill buttons 2 gain-control knobs with mute buttons horizontal crossfader control with transform buttons 2 LED volume meters
Player controls: 2 touch-sensitive scratch wheels 2 100mm pitch adjust controls built-in touchpad/assignable X/Y control surface for mouse or effect control 8 assignable knobs for effect control 64 assignable backlit buttons, including Play, Cue, Seek, Loop, Key and Sync controls 2 LED progress meters compatible with any software that supports MIDI learn Cdj, pioneer, decks, mixer, DJ, USB, audio, pioneer controllerAugust 14, 2014 at 1:19 pm #2048645Pete Lindemann
Participantgo it this HP ProBook i5 Laptop
M-Audio Xponent DJ Mixer Controller Console
Biba Case both console and laptop fit perfect plus 2 storage compartments
Vibes Dj light with remote.. also have a Rooloop Mixage ie
August 15, 2014 at 12:39 am #2048699Pete Lindemann
ParticipantGoing to sell the M-Audio Xponent DJ Mixer Controller Console and use the Reloop Mixage IE I have just got Traktor Pro .. downloading it now see how it goes..now to get some speakers .. thanks for your help
August 16, 2014 at 3:17 am #2048744Pete Lindemann
ParticipantThanks guys love this forum don’t post that much but read it every day and love the info on here ..ended up doing a lot of swaps with a music producer friend ..
we swapped my old Toshiba laptop 15.5 inch 1.3megs I g 120 G HD with Traktor on it and the reloop mixage IE and the M-Audio Xponent DJ Mixer
Controller Console .. for his 13in 2.6 mgs 4 G 360 G HD Samsung Laptop and his Denon MC 2000 with full Serarto ..Were both happy as I do mixes at home but also getting into parties and djing an event at a hotel in September so have to get up to speed quickly .. have brought the Dj Course here going though it .. great resource recommended .. my next thing is looking a a portable set up for djing a wedding in Botswana next year .. as cant take the Denon with me .. but will take the 13 in Laptop and maybe one hook it up to my Android ASUS memo pad with the DJ Control app as the controller or maybe get a dj2 go midi controller for travel overseas ?
thanks guys keep up the great work ..you help a lot of Dj’sAugust 16, 2014 at 9:39 am #2048751DJ Vintage
ModeratorNot sure what the state of affairs is in Botswana, but could rental be an option? Just bring laptop and rent the rest?
August 16, 2014 at 10:33 am #2048753Pete Lindemann
ParticipantHave to check that option out .. its pretty modern there and lots of music ..
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