Hello fellow DJs, hope your sunday was great! I wanted to discuss few points about the hottest controllers on the market (in my opinion DDJ series, maybe NS7II, as well). The main questions is, what is the best (and I mean most OPTIMAL) controller in the market for a mobile DJ? This includes (in this order) RELIABILITY, EASE OF USE, DURABILITY, and PRICE. This is definitely an opinion based question, but I am not as experienced as most of you here, and would like to get some Expert Opinion.

Aug 21, 2014. Before we begin downloading and setting up Virtual DJ 8, let's quickly discuss the differences among the different versions: The free “Home User” version, and the paid “Advanced Home User” and “Professional User” licences. For example you want to use it with a Pioneer DDJ-SR controller.

So let's see what do we got? DDJ-SZ ($2,000) vs NS7II ($1,500) vs DDJ-SX ($1,000) vs DDJ-SR ($600) vs DDJ-SB ($250).

What is the best choice? Unless you can't live without spinning platters (and this really depends on the DJ - if they scratch) I think there is no reason to get the NS7II when you can get the SX for $500 cheaper, plus it's lighter. So, if you want spinning platters it seems like NS7II is the way to go, however, if it is not so important.

Numark falls out of the competition. Now it's between SZ - SX - SR - SB. SZ is just way expensive, and I kind of feel like it's not worth carrying around (but I mean who am I to judge?). SB feels like a toy, I don't know, maybe if you are beginning it would be a good choice.

I am mainly hanging between SX and SR. I don't usually need 4 independent channels (since I get the sample deck anyway on SR), so I don't exactly see the need and I am leaning more towards the SR. It is lighter, cheaper, and has got everything that is necessary. At the same time it still seems durable full artillery. The only thing it is lacking is the lights on the platters, but who needs that when you have a macbook pro in front of you. And yeah, the mixer is not standalone (who cares?

If you're gonna use CDJs might as well get a separate mixer). I think I am going to go with SR (unless one of you could point me why I should get a different controller). I am ordering tomorrow, so please, if possible, respond within 12 hours (please). I very much appreciate your opinion, and please feel free to correct me if I said something wrong, or if you disagree. Now that the DDJ-SZ is coming out, the price on the DDJ-SX has dropped considerably online.I bought mine last weekend for $789.00.I price matched it online and picked it up at my local Sam Ash.

The DDJ-SR is still the same price everywhere.so for less than $200 difference between them, I think it is worth spending extra for the DDL-SX for it being a stand alone mixer alone. I run DJay2 on a Ipad2 through the aux for back up, just in case anything goes wrong, and I have to reboot my mac during show. Over all I feel my decision to buy the DDJ-SX was the best choice for me personally.Good luck with your decision.I hope this helps:). Now that the DDJ-SZ is coming out, the price on the DDJ-SX has dropped considerably online.I bought mine last weekend for $789.00.I price matched it online and picked it up at my local Sam Ash. The DDJ-SR is still the same price everywhere.so for less than $200 difference between them, I think it is worth spending extra for the DDL-SX for it being a stand alone mixer alone. I run DJay2 on a Ipad2 through the aux for back up, just in case anything goes wrong, and I have to reboot my mac during show. Over all I feel my decision to buy the DDJ-SX was the best choice for me personally.Good luck with your decision.I hope this helps:) I bought my SX for that on day 1 of its release.

Serato.com/downloads/files/124001/Serato+DJ+1.6+Software+Manual+-+English.pdf Didn't want to start a new thread regarding the ddj sx but I do have a question, when setting cue points and stuff does it always save them even once the song you are using has been deselected so if I ever go back to that song it will always keep those cue points? Is this something I would sort out in serato or would I do it on the controller as and when I load a song up read the manual page 37 serato.com/downloads/files/124001/Serato+DJ+1.6+Software+Manual+-+English.pdf (http://serato.com/downloads/files/124001/Serato+DJ+1.6+Software+Manual+-+English.pdf).

Just wanted to have a quick follow up. I ended up getting the DDJ-SX, and I am honestly very happy with my choice.

It has been working fantastically with Serato DJ, and I have not had a single crash! However, I am looking to transitioning to Traktor, as I see more and more professional DJs (including Gareth Emery) using it. I guess NI has overcomed all their stability issues and in terms of complexity and opportunities it kicks ass (no offense to Serato).

I got the mapping from the Pioneer web page, but wondering if anyone has hands on experience using DDJ-SX with Traktor Pro. Is it stable? How is the latency? Do all features work as they should? Please comment if you have had this experience or have an opinion. Regards, G:slayer::slayer::slayer.

Agree with Denon MC6000 MK2. I just bought one last week. I do not think it can be beat for a mobile DJ.

Pioneer was just not right. Dude stop playin, the Denon MC6000 is an intro controller for beginners missing all the current features and you still need to buy a license for $129 to upgrade to pro software serato dj.an for those reasons anyone who has done their homework would never buy it. Tell the truth.. You really got because it was cheap or you're just a denon fan.right?lol. Dude stop playin, the Denon MC6000 is an intro controller for beginners missing all the current features and you still need to buy a license for $129 to upgrade to pro software serato dj.an for those reasons anyone who has done their homework would never buy it. I'm not sure that the MC6000 (Mk1 or Mk2) is an intro controller. IMHO, it's a mixer with two controller decks added on.

Yes, you'll need to buy the upgrade to the full DJ app (MK1 has VDJ and MK2 has SDJ Intro). Both versions are missing buttons for Serato's latest fancy feature - Flip - but I assume that you could simply remap an unused button for them. On the positive side, the MC6000 is the only controller with ducking, split-cue(!), EQ on mics, and easily switchable inputs. IMHO, the MC6000 is a nearly an ideal mobile setup.

Well you're always welcome to prove me wrong if you think you can;) I don't need to prove you wrong, you're not a mobile DJ, so why would you know wtf you were talking about, and if you are a mobile DJ, then you're just an arrogant prick like the rep I gave you. I also find it funny you want me to 'prove' that the Denon is better than the Pioneer when the topic is subjective based on the needs of the person. However, a few features right off the bat make it more versatile, KLH named a few: I'm not sure that the MC6000 (Mk1 or Mk2) is an intro controller. IMHO, it's a mixer with two controller decks added on. Yes, you'll need to buy the upgrade to the full DJ app (MK1 has VDJ and MK2 has SDJ Intro). Both versions are missing buttons for Serato's latest fancy feature - Flip - but I assume that you could simply remap an unused button for them.

On the positive side, the MC6000 is the only controller with ducking, split-cue(!), EQ on mics, and easily switchable inputs. IMHO, the MC6000 is a nearly an ideal mobile setup. But it's been established that the MK2 does come with the full version of Serato DJ, your only real rebuttal other than claiming he was a fan boy.

I found that funny because you basically wanted him to spend 2x as much for features he probably didn't need. All the Pioneer controllers are aimed at the club DJ, it's why there is so much more controls and their products are nearly 2x the price of the Denon's, 3x that of the Mk1. The Denon is 19' rack-mountable and comes with the ears for the rack, so it's already ahead of the Pioneers in footprint and versatility, something that mobile DJs desire because they can condense their setup to a single enclosure for their controller, their rack mount CD players, external EQs and Amps and other rack mountable gear (line conditioner, power distribution, etc.). The main drawback of the Denon's that I found, coming from a mixer and decks/tables, was that the audio was routed in a way that all the controls were controlling the internal mixer (I used it with Traktor) rather than using the EQs of the built in mixer, meaning the EQs became midi controls rather than physical mixer controls.

But again, it's subjective and all you did was call him a fan boy without even giving any reasons for saying the Pios are better. Like I said before, I am not a fanboy of Pioneer OR Denon. I have used Numark iDJ2 for mobile DJing for about 6 years. I have now decided to switch to a controller and a Laptop. I really liked the all-in-one simplicity of the iDJ2, but think Software and Controller will give more flexibility. Doing weddings and private parties, I do not need performance features or size of the pioneer units. Denon MC6000 MK2 has great construction, flexible setup and a manageable size for me.

My main requirement is it needs to be RELIABLE. I hope I made the right choice time will tell. I actually found RogueOleg reply to my question quite genuine and did not require a rebuttal or debate from me. Now as to WHY you felt the need to over react,be disrespectful with name calling and neg repping is all quite funny and entertaining to me personally. And btw, I never called RogueOleg a 'fanboy' which in its context is used as a negative,deragatory term or insult.

I asked if he was a fan which is totally different and a valid question when not taken out of it intended context. A lil advise l0ckd0wn, calm down tough guy its only the internet.it not that serious.lol. You said he only bought it because he was a fan of denon. Buying something because of name, alone, makes someone a fanboy in my book. Not to mention you criticized his purchase with zero reasons, other than saying he was a fanboy because he bought it for name alone.

You aren't funny, nor are you very helpful and don't appear to be very smart either - you'd rather debate the merits of a post and call me crazy than talk about the equipment in question, and you don't even (appear) to have any first hand knowledge of the equipment recommended. You also called him, and myself, ignorant for the purchase of the MC6000(MK2 for him), as if neither of us did any research before dropping our coin. Your smug I can smell from here, 2500 miles away.

What is most laughable about the things you've said is that after using it for over a year I decided that it was not the right controller for me because it was aimed at mobile DJs, and I don't mobile, however it was stolen before I could sell it. But it's ok, I'm over this little 'debate' (hard to call it that since you haven't even said anything worth while yet), so carry on. Dude, you said you never called him a fanboy, but you said 'you're just a denon fan, right?' At the top of page 3.

I think this is pretty open and shut. This whole argument is childish, but man, don't be going around talking shit and then say you didn't do it.

It makes you look stupid. You try to discredit the debate by calling it childish but you proceed to make yourself just as much a part of it by giving you take on it, insults and all. And you say I look stupid.smh Man, you cant make this shit up.lol But hold tight contra, im still waiting for ya buddy windows 95 to commit himself. You try to discredit the debate by calling it childish but you proceed to make yourself just as much a part of it by giving you take on it, insults and all. And you say I look stupid.smh Man, you cant make this shit up.lol But hold tight contra, im still waiting for ya buddy windows 95 to commit himself. What I'm doing is stating facts.

You're acting childish and backpeddling on a situation you (knowingly or unknowingly) are wrong on. You're just terribly trying to argue out of a corner. Just please, for your own reputation, quit while you're behind because what you're doing now is going nowhere. You can reply to this, but I'm done. Not worth my energy anymore.

Pioneer controllers are aimed at club DJ's, it says so right on their website: 'Performance DJ controllers.' Which means you're performing an act, right? Denon makes products aimed towards mobile guys. Do you really need an EQ on your mic for the club? Do you need it for mobile? Look at the features, price, and reliability of a product before you make a decision. And Paris McBryde, this one's for you.

DONT BE SO GULLIBLE.companies bank on your stupidity. Just because it says it on the box does not make it true. Its called Marketing not facts Sir. Are you even a dj because your theory is severely flawed? Controllers in general regardless of brand are predominantly used by mobile, beginner and bedroom dj's. Denon and Pioneer both make controllers aimed at the mobile market, the difference is its feature set not the brand as you claim. The pioneer ddj-sz is the only controller that provides a good argument for club use and even it failed to accomplish that.

Its common knowledge to dj's that Pioneers controller popularity is solely because of the mobile dj market with therefore destroys your alleged theory. Clubs are still monopolized buy the club standard tech1200 or pioneer cdj while controllers are considered rare in any establishment worthy of the title 'club'. Clearly you did not put much thought into this,nor are you qualified to address this discussion. My recommendation to you is to educate yourself before you attempt to address me. What I'm doing is stating facts. You're acting childish and backpeddling on a situation you (knowingly or unknowingly) are wrong on.

You're just terribly trying to argue out of a corner. Just please, for your own reputation, quit while you're behind because what you're doing now is going nowhere. You can reply to this, but I'm done. Not worth my energy anymore. I dont back-peddle, I make it a point to choose my words carefully. So if this is the best argument you've got I prefer not to waste my time.

I recommend you re-read what I've previously stated and try again with a statement worthy of my reply. I dont back-peddle, I make it a point to choose my words carefully. So if this is the best argument you've got I prefer not to waste my time. I recommend you re-read what I've previously stated and try again with a statement worthy of my reply. To be honest, I really don't care for your reply. No one else does either and I hope your rep status will soon come to reflect this. On this forum, we are here to talk openly about ideas and to improve as DJ's.

We're not here to criticize or to talk down to one another. When you argue, you must also understand their viewpoint and realize that you both might be right, neither could be right, etc etc. That being said. If you can't grow up and figure out how open mindedness works and how arguing works, you might as well leave. Please and thank you.

To be honest, I really don't care for your reply. No one else does either and I hope your rep status will soon come to reflect this. On this forum, we are here to talk openly about ideas and to improve as DJ's. We're not here to criticize or to talk down to one another. When you argue, you must also understand their viewpoint and realize that you both might be right, neither could be right, etc etc.

Singapore Immigration Card Pdf. That being said. If you can't grow up and figure out how open mindedness works and how arguing works, you might as well leave.

Please and thank you. To be honest, it doesn't matter what you care for because you don't possess a good understanding of the topic at hand. Nor are you very sharp Sir, the fact that you still have not figured out that my stance on particular topics and or debates are in no way swayed by Rep status. I have never cared about rep status which is why i've never complained or attempted to retaliate against you or others who feel it has some measure of importance, nor will I ever use it against you. I would have never even mentioned it had you said nothing about it.lol I have the ability to see many viewpoints but until YOU choose not to read selectively, you will remain ignorant to it.

Sure i could spell it out to you but then you would never learn anything. But it was nice that you left your name, it shows a hint of character. Dude stop playin, the Denon MC6000 is an intro controller for beginners missing all the current features and you still need to buy a license for $129 to upgrade to pro software serato dj.an for those reasons anyone who has done their homework would never buy it. Tell the truth.. You really got because it was cheap or you're just a denon fan.right?lol This is probably one of the daftest things I've read all week. With that attitude, I suppose you would think a vestax VCI-380 is a kid's toy. How would you describe a DDJ WeGo or ErGo in that case!?

As for missing features, it's the software that has the features, it's down to how many you can use via controller. MIDI mapping is a feature provided by DJ software ya know. It's been established for a number of weeks now that the Serato licence comes for free with the controller now, do homework before posting. As for the pio controller shit talk - remember it's a controller!! It's only as good as the computer and software you use - and that goes for all controllers too. If you choose pio, that's fine, if you choose Denon, that's fine too, the dancefloor will be the judge.

Fuck fanboyism, it's not what DJ'ing is about. I have had the SZ for a week now. It is my first piece of Pioneer gear and I must say it has met and exceeded my expectations. Although I do have a couple of gripes, the this is beast. This is coming from a guy who used a NS6 for 3 years.

The sound coming out of the SZ is so much better than the NS6 it blew me away at first. Also the eqing has the (IMO) absolute perfect amount of headroom and the pots are super sturdy. The vu meters are also day and night from the NS6. Having a main as well as a vu on each channel is awesome. They seem to be very accurate and I feel I get get my levels a lot tighter. The color efx are great.

The echo is like a dub echo and sounds real nice. The filter is perfect. The oscillator is ok.

Seems a little, weird really. But some cool things can be done none the less by speeding and slow the sample you are using. The pads are absolutely the best pads I have ever touched. I have used a few pad controllers and owned the Akai MPD32 for a while and the SZ blows it away. I dont really know how to explain it but the sensitivity and velocity are just tits. The cue and play buttons seem to have just the slightest bit of lag to them but I still need to get used to them as they feel nothing like the buttons on the NS6. Or maybe my timing just sucks.

The magvel crossfader seems nice, but I dont generally use a xfader so I dont know really. I do plan to learn some scratching though because the jogs are amazing and huge, and it is something I would like to add to my arsenal. I have not tried the DVS yet but plan to very soon. My only gripes about it is the front panel to the left and right of the headphone holes, where the logos are, is a bit flimsy and almost lose, like they could have added some more screws. Another thing they could have added is a backlight for the track selection knobs, which also feel a little flimsy. Also the needle drop being directly below the efx controls for Serato is a bit dangerous.

I have bumped it a time or 2 and it is no good for a mix you may be in the middle of. Like I said before, I am not a fanboy of Pioneer OR Denon. I have used Numark iDJ2 for mobile DJing for about 6 years. I have now decided to switch to a controller and a Laptop. I really liked the all-in-one simplicity of the iDJ2, but think Software and Controller will give more flexibility. Doing weddings and private parties, I do not need performance features or size of the pioneer units. Denon MC6000 MK2 has great construction, flexible setup and a manageable size for me.

My main requirement is it needs to be RELIABLE. I hope I made the right choice time will tell. As a previou Denon MC6000 owner, this is what rules out the denon for me. I LOVE the design, it pack so much in to a small unit, perfect for DJing on the move. However the play buttons packed it in after just 6 months of use (you press once, it registers two presses). Following that, a wierd flickering of the lights all over the unit, and eventually causing complete freeze of the software in the middle of gigs, took me a while to isolate the MC6000 as the cause of the freezing but in the end it was.

Even € 100 Hercules controllers never gave me this kind of trouble. Of course, i might have been unlucky and got a bad unit.

But when i investigated i found a very large amount of people had the same issue. I think they may have corrected this problem now, but as they say 'once bitten.' Some of the pioneer controllers also had issues with the platter sensitivity as i understand. I guess the manufacturers are rushing these products out before they are really ready.

So on that basis and the fact that i prefer moving platters (more intuitive), Numark NS7 series is the only man:). So if you and the 'usual suspects' say it then it must be true. I don't need or require alliances to back me up. It seems you're going to need a better argument to prove me wrong.

What is it that you are even trying to prove? This thread is about Pioneer DDJ gear. Go away dude. I even wrote a fucking review.and for some reason you are still in this thread insulting everyone. Giving your opinion is one thing but you are blatantly trolling this thread and have essentially ruined it. Way to go 'man'you sure showed us. Wow you guys are priceless, first you attract me them pull the victim card.

I would expect the people that run this board to have more integrity than that, Or are you implying that they don't and you have the power to influence them? There is nothing in my history that implies that I'm a troll but you will find that I will discuss, debate, argue and protect my view point when challenged or attacked. The problem here is that many of you involved lack the intelligence to debate the technical aspects and almost always resort to personal attracts and name call. Eventually it gets to hot for you so you run an tell mommy.this is nothing new I've seen this movie before. Obviously you're the one that's too thick to notice the problem. EVERYONE has pointed out your faults in this thread, yet you're too stubborn to notice.

You're like a drug addict. You don't think you have a problem, but EVERYONE sees you do. Notice how I say EVERYONE in all caps? Because EVERYONE sees it. It's not just a couple, it's EVERYONE. You're a lost cause man. Try reflecting internally because you got problems.

You've already played that card, try again. It appears you need direction so let me help you, in detail can you explain where im at fault? I know its difficult but try to use your words Sir. And if you can establish that im solely at fault here as you claim, i will gladly concede.

Dude stop playin, the Denon MC6000 is an intro controller for beginners missing all the current features and you still need to buy a license for $129 to upgrade to pro software serato dj.an for those reasons anyone who has done their homework would never buy it. Tell the truth.. You really got because it was cheap or you're just a denon fan.right?lol Actually Serato DJ comes with Denon MC6000 MK2 now. NOT the Intro Version. The unit is well built (metal) and feels very solid.

I have not used Denon or Pioneer products in the past and am not a 'fanboy' of any of them. After doing my research I chose Denon. With rebates on Pioneer it was about same price as the SX. I feel Denon is the best choice for me (Mobile DJ). It has the features I really want, is built better than the Pioneer products, and is more portable size-wise. I actually found RogueOleg reply to my question quite genuine and did not require a rebuttal or debate from me. Download Saint Seiya Movie Sub Indo Mp4. Now as to WHY you felt the need to over react,be disrespectful with name calling and neg repping is all quite funny and entertaining to me personally.

And btw, I never called RogueOleg a 'fanboy' which in its context is used as a negative,deragatory term or insult. I asked if he was a fan which is totally different and a valid question when not taken out of it intended context.

A lil advise l0ckd0wn, calm down tough guy its only the internet.it not that serious.lol RogueOleg reply was concise, factual and to the point and he felt no need to be defensive and attack the person and question posed to him. There was just enough sarcasm in my comment to push his buttons but These are not the actions of a so called 'fanboy'. 'Fanboys' are typically easy to spot because of their use of defensiveness, insults and other unrelated tactic to cover up and or camouflage their lack of intelligence. So clearly RogueOleg is not one of them.

As i've said in previous comments, I choose my words carefully.Its quite ok to be a fan of a particular brand or product, Im personally a fan of a few and so are most of us. Now if you read carefully Contra, I clearly stated and I quote 'I actually found RogueOleg reply to my question quite genuine and did not require a rebuttal or debate from me.' The word 'genuine' in this context means true, not false or fake, sincere and honest, believable, truthful, real. I then go on to say that no 'rebuttal or debate' is required from me because Ive already conceded to it being truthful. RogueOleg also stated 'I feel Denon is the best choice for me' which now becomes a matter of personal preference and is therefore no longer debatable which is another reason i conceded. At this point, any and all debate is over but no, YOU persist in claiming that im calling him a 'fanboy' even when the actual words are in you face.

So whats your defense here, will you claim ignorance and say 'oh my bad, I missed when you said that part' or will you claim some psychic ability to read my mind.hmmm. I highly recommend you go with the ignorance sir.;). Jesus i've just read 90% of this thread and it's mainly about denon. I don't really want to get involved but it needs to be let go really.

Paris you have a opinion and so do others, just leave it like that. Don't just keep battling it's getting old. I often buy stuff because of a brand. The thing is with brand loyalty you can have a degree of confidence thats the product will be of a decent quality. Also it's your money so do as you will with it.

On djf1 I posted something on there about getting the djm 600. I was told no don't get it and i shouldn't of but i did.

My money, my decision. I don't own a controller so can't even bring it back on to topic, sorry. Paris i also neg'd repped you, i'm not happy about it and i will give you positive next chance i get because it's not the way i work. I'll only ever neg rep when someones being a total arse, this is not quite that so feels un called for. Anyway feel free to neg me back.

I have owned the DDJ-SX for over a year and love it. It's feature rich, light, and compact. I haven't had any problem with it.

I have Traktor DJ loaded on my iPad for backup purposes but have not had to use it - which is great cause I don't use it much lol. Next time I'm bored on a plane or train I will probably play with Traktor DJ on my iPad so that I'm more familiar with it. Anyway the DDJ-SX is a great reliable controller. Having said that I will probably purchase an NS7 II. I will keep my DDJ-SX and have the NS7 II as an additional controller.

I have the Numark V7s so I will probably trade them in for the NS7 II because I love the moving platters and also because it has some really impressive features. Love my DDJ SX Purchased last April But after getting a lump sum pay rise and my birthday in April ive decided to upgrade my SX My perfect upgrade would be a cdj setup of the 900 or 2000 with a djm 900 (or something similar) but the cost of this would be well over £2000!

So at this moment ive decided to upgrade to the SZ! This thing is a beast. I'm also opting for the magma workstation as that thing looks very impressive and will allow me to all set up my cdj 350's! Will certainly be checking out the xdj RX first as well but I'm really wanting a controller that has full size platters and offers 4 channels on the mixer.

Congrats on the SZ.it's a beast. I was sooo ready to buy one, but opted instead for the SX2. Mind you, I already owned an SX1, but thought the added features of the SX2 to be worth the purchase. The way I figure it, Pioneer DJ update their Serato controllers every 2 years.

The SZ is just over a year old now. I would imagine that it will be replaced by it's successor next year. This was the logic I employed for my decision to go w' the SX2.

We'll see if I was right or not, soon enough. Either there will be an SZmk2 announced next year, or Pioneer will bring out an XDJ-RZ. Either way, I want to hold off for one of those to be announced.

Still though, the SZ is a GREAT controller, and my hat is off to whomever owns one. I bought the ddj-sr and im loving it as well. Im using it with my windows laptop and mac with a demo version of vdj8. The only problem is,it's crashing on my windows. Ive been using vdj since i started but learning to use serato since it comes with the sr.

I started out with the SR but took it back when it crashed on me twice during a live gig. I got the SX2 and have been very happy with it. The SRs crashing is a very common event and has been discussed at length here: http://whitelabel.net/forum/discussion/1171001. I purchased the DDJ-SZ last week, and I have to say I am excited about its potential. Coming from a CDJ Nexus/Pioneer DJM 900 Nexus set up, I was a bit nervous with such a downgrade. My biggest fear is I'm now complete software dependent. I'm also new to Serato Software.

It's a bit more complicated than Traktor Pro. It will take me some time to get use to Serato. I'm not much of a 'scratch DJ'(although, I can get down if I want to), so I'm not to concerned with the crossfader etc. It's OK, in its own right, however nothing like a scratch mixer of course. I have yet to do a live gig with it, so I'm a bit nervous about using it for a 6 hour Mobile Set. I still have my CDJ's just in case, LOL!

If Rekorbox EVER becomes 100% reliable, I will go back to it ASAP. For now, the Rekorbox software with my CDJ set up can be a bit frustrating and challenging; one reason I decided to go with a controller base. Besides, when I go to bars, weddings, and even some big stage events, everybody is using Controller set-ups. I purchased the DDJ-SZ last week, and I have to say I am excited about its potential. Coming from a CDJ Nexus/Pioneer DJM 900 Nexus set up, I was a bit nervous with such a downgrade. My biggest fear is I'm now complete software dependent. I'm also new to Serato Software.

It's a bit more complicated than Traktor Pro. It will take me some time to get use to Serato. I'm not much of a 'scratch DJ'(although, I can get down if I want to), so I'm not to concerned with the crossfader etc. It's OK, in its own right, however nothing like a scratch mixer of course. I have yet to do a live gig with it, so I'm a bit nervous about using it for a 6 hour Mobile Set.

I still have my CDJ's just in case, LOL! If Rekorbox EVER becomes 100% reliable, I will go back to it ASAP. For now, the Rekorbox software with my CDJ set up can be a bit frustrating and challenging; one reason I decided to go with a controller base. Besides, when I go to bars, weddings, and even some big stage events, everybody is using Controller set-ups. I really think that you're going to love the SZ. These new controllers are ideal for mobile work as they are all inclusive and eliminate the need for an additional mixer.

I came from vinyl to Serato Scratch Live 1 to the controller. Once you get you cue points marked out on the songs you play the most, it makes things very easy and seamless. I started out with the SR but took it back when it crashed on me twice during a live gig.

I got the SX2 and have been very happy with it. The SRs crashing is a very common event and has been discussed at length here: link shows that issue was resolved & included the fix in an update over a year before you posted this message. Plus there were people in the thread with the DDJ-SX experiencing the same problem. So it seems to me to be an odd decision on your part to choose the SX2 as a replacement for your SR because of a fear of the SR crashing.

Although upgrading to the SX2 does make sense if you using your controller for gigs. Since the SR is considered a consumer level controller & the SX / SX2 are considered professional level controllers. That link shows that issue was resolved & included the fix in an update over a year before you posted this message. Plus there were people in the thread with the DDJ-SX experiencing the same problem. So it seems to me to be an odd decision on your part to choose the SX2 as a replacement for your SR because of a fear of the SR crashing. Although upgrading to the SX2 does make sense if you using your controller for gigs.

Since the SR is considered a consumer level controller & the SX / SX2 are considered professional level controllers. Are people going loopy on this forum? The post you are replying to is over a year old, why bother replying now? It's not the first time recently that people have replied to posts well over a year old, what's the point?

This is a great topic even though it went the wrong way for a bit but anyhow, I just picked up the DDJ-sx2 and got everything all set up but, Im having static audio issue. Ihve adjusted the buffer and everything. What is causing this? Plays fine but its all static.

Ground loop perhaps? Are all your devices plugged into the same source? You can try an isolator. They even make a USB isolator.

Edit: Oh wow. I did not realize this was an old thread that just got revived.😄 I hope Andrew solved his audio static problem before now, and hasn't been waiting around for help from us, 'cause he never got any!😄.