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VinnyBlanc

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  • March 25, 2012 at 6:54 pm in reply to: Thinking about buying the SCS.4DJ? Read this. #17328
    VinnyBlanc
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    I’m an avid supporter and only suggest against it when someone is dead set on utilizing Traktor. Mapping this unit to Traktor is a waste as it is designed for Itch and you can midi map everything, but will lose the amazing resolution on the jogs. Now, however, Numark makes the Traktor Equivalent the “4Trak” so…

    If you have any questions feel free to shoot them at me here or via PM.

    Also love the 4 channel stand alone mixer should anything happen to the laptop. Just a quick flick of a siwtch by the line fader to go from PC to line input (2 phono, 2 mic, 4 Line or any combination)

    Take a look at my setup on Facebook. I actually run channels 1 and 2 in itch and 3 and 4 in scratch live with the Technics simultaneously on the same MBP 13″ with no issues.

    https://www.facebook.com/VinnyBlanc

    March 25, 2012 at 6:31 pm in reply to: Decisions Decisions…. #17324
    VinnyBlanc
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    Just to clarify the NS6 is smaller than the DDJ-T1 and not too much bigger than the Dennon.

    And the NS6 can absolutely control the Sample Player on the hardware itself. I will talk to Phil as the 2012 guide must be incorrect / out of date.

    Here is a picture I thought you might find useful in making your decision.

    March 25, 2012 at 6:27 pm in reply to: Thinking about buying the SCS.4DJ? Read this. #17323
    VinnyBlanc
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    Thanks for the buyer beware. This community welcomes criticisms of all types and is not all “fluff” so you should be fine.

    Sorry to hear about your negative experience with the unit, but you might just save somebody else from having a similar one.

    March 25, 2012 at 2:46 pm in reply to: Decisions Decisions…. #17314
    VinnyBlanc
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    Not considering a Numark NS6? It meets or exceeds all of your criteria as well..

    March 25, 2012 at 2:44 pm in reply to: Static electricity and the novation twitch #17313
    VinnyBlanc
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    Phil,

    That was the first thing that jumped to my mind to.

    OP,
    I would try the simplest solution first and get a cheap, short pair of alligator clip leads and clip one on to the chassis of the Twitch and clip the other end to something metal to serve as a ground and see if you still accumulate this “static buildup” on the twitch.

    March 25, 2012 at 2:42 pm in reply to: Just got a residency #1003358
    VinnyBlanc
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    Congrats,

    It all depends on who is there if you have young girls who are jamming out to the Top 40…keep ’em happy.
    I just started my residency last week and all the bedroom DJing in the world prepares you little for reading a crowd, so that it what I am working on improving now.

    March 23, 2012 at 7:19 pm in reply to: Which controller for Serato #17258
    VinnyBlanc
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    If you want to go the serato route I would try to avoid getting a Serato DJ Intro compatible controller and save up a little bit more to get an Itch controller. The reason for the escalated price is because you are paying for the software too. Keep in mind, unlike Traktor where you have to pay for each upgrade, all Itch updates will be free.

    You can get a Vestax VCI-300 MkII (they are giving away the free FX unit with it now) for about $500 US which should fall in your budget.

    March 23, 2012 at 4:53 pm in reply to: Goodbye Redwaves, hello MIXRs. #1003340
    VinnyBlanc
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    The swivel was the kicker for me. Never have to take ’em off. Never have to put them around the neck.

    March 23, 2012 at 3:03 pm in reply to: New DJ, Traktor gear order #17225
    VinnyBlanc
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    XOR,

    Hessler was just trying to help. While we are on the subject of nit-picking though… The Mixtrack Pro is not a “mixer” it is a controller. You would have a heck of a time trying to input two devices and “mix” them using this hardware.

    For the record, any controller that is compatible with Traktor (very vague) is “traktor gear” as you define it.

    To answer your question on buying/building modularly… I would go S2>F2>F2 or S2>F2>X1 depending on what you will be utilizing it for.

    March 23, 2012 at 2:28 pm in reply to: Lets all "Like" each others Facebook Fan Page. Post your links here! #17222
    VinnyBlanc
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    http://www.facebook.com/vinnyblanc

    It requires you to LIKE to stream/download (Free), but feel free to un-like if you don’t like my work.
    I’ll be taking a look/listen at everyone who has posted here so far tonight. no promises though =)

    March 23, 2012 at 12:20 pm in reply to: Need Help Buying Speakers for House Party ASAP! #17216
    VinnyBlanc
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    Cost of 2 mackie th-15 = $500
    Cost of 1 of those qsc’s > $650 right?

    Cost is a consideration for my first pa system… So I can gig and reinvest to either expand the mackie setup or sell and upgrade.

    March 23, 2012 at 4:31 am in reply to: Need Help Buying Speakers for House Party ASAP! #17204
    VinnyBlanc
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    I started looking in to the Mackie Th-15a Thump series… Look like a good buy thus far.

    March 23, 2012 at 4:27 am in reply to: Old fart looking for new fun to keep young…love music #17202
    VinnyBlanc
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    Welcome to the site…

    What is your current setup? (without the laptop)

    March 23, 2012 at 4:06 am in reply to: What Causes Sound to Cut In and Out Mid-set? #17201
    VinnyBlanc
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    Always glad to help.

    March 22, 2012 at 11:39 pm in reply to: How do I take my new controller to a gig? #17189
    VinnyBlanc
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    Here are two options.

    1. Flight Case (VMS4 version)
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/Odyssey-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-American-Audio-VMS4-Flight-Zone-Case-/190653999220?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c63dd2874

    2. Gig Bag (VMS2/4)
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/American-Audio-Bag-VMS4-and-VMS-2-soft-case-midi-/300681380500?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item460201c294

    You have to way out protection vs weight. Also, consider cost and if you want an all in one solution or not.

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