Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV1 2-deck Serato DJ Controller

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Expand the number of people watching your set by live-streaming your DJ sets. Unlike most DJ Controllers, the DDJ-REV1 mixes the audio of the mic input with the master output, meaning you can sing, rap, make announcements and hype the crowd without an additional soundcard, mixer or recording software (microphone sold separately). Streaming with TIDAL in Serato DJ Lite gives you access to an endless music library at the highest level of audio quality available. With this limited-time launch offer, DJs will receive a unique code valid for 3 free months of TIDAL HiFi when connecting their DDJ-REV1 to Serato DJ Lite for the first time.

Some DJs may be initially off-put by the removal of a traditional cue button found above play/pause. However, in use, the smaller relocated button is quite a nice change. Forcing DJs to get used to working without relying upon the cue, a button that obviously isn’t available on a turntable set-up.With the inclusion of Levers, the DDJ-REV1 allows DJs to use more creative combinations of Serato Effects at the touch of a button.

That said though, this design certainly won’t appeal to DJs wanting a more traditional club layout. With the DDJ-SB3 being discontinued upon the REV1’s release, this leaves DJs wanting an entry-level Pioneer DJ controller for Serato with no other option than this battle style layout. Something which might polarise a few potential buyers! It’s fun to use, the jogwheels are relatively large, and they feel good. They have no in-jog displays and of course they’re not motorised like the bigger-brother DDJ-REV7‘s are, but they’re an improvement on those of the DDJ-SB3, which this controller is basically a replacement for. If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered In this Digital DJ Tips exclusive, our tutor DJ Jazzy Jeff puts the brand-new DDJ-REV1 through its paces. Who says you need expensive kit to DJ like a pro? The new divide between Rekordbox and Serato Pioneer controllers now seems clear: The Rekordbox ones adopt the “club” layout (aping two CDJs and a DJM mixer), while the Serato ones copy the “battle” layout (two turntables thru 90 degrees and a scratch mixer). In this way, continuing to support Serato makes sense.

The Pioneer DDJ-REV1 is a 2-channel DJ controller with a great scratch-style layout and provides a fantastic base for aspiring DJs who want to battle and play like a pro. The controller is Serato based and ideal for use with Serato DJ Lite Software. New Design Layout Master of innovation, Pioneer have created this affordable battle-style DJ controller for use with Serato DJ Lite (can also be used with other DJ software). The new scratch-style design is perfect for honing your scratching skills as well as providing an ergonomic design for mixing. The DDJ-REV1 is designed to replicate the setup of the DJM-S mixer and the PLX turntables but with digital users in mind.

Get hands-on with an interface designed to emulate 2 x PLX turntables and a DJM-S series mixer – the kind of setup used by pro battle DJs. Lightweight and easily transportable, the DDJ-REV1 is perfect for mobile DJs. Protect the controller on the move with the Pioneer DJ DJC-REV1 Controller Bag. A Scratch DJ Layout, Ready For Battle VirtualDJ Pro Full is natively compatible with an impressive list of hardware from many manufacturers. And, with the full MIDI compatibility and the open plugin architecture, it can connect to virtually anything.

Tracking Scratch Feature

For the first time in a Pioneer DJ controller at this level, the output of the master audio is mixed with the sound from the microphone if you have one plugged in. This means you don’t need any external equipment such as a soundcard or separate mixer if you want to add speech or vocals to your performance and route it through your computer. All sounds are sent to Serato DJ Lite so you can stream from there. The mixer section is notable for its width – much bigger than usual for controllers this size, giving a spacious, well laid-out feel. But while the upfaders and crossfaders have space, this does mean the performance pads are small – more on those shortly. The built-in audio interface streams the audio directly to your laptop, meaning it can be heard directly on your stream. Serato DJ Lite Integration And Compatibility With Serato DJ Pro

As the DDJ-REV1 is a laptop DJ controller, it needs to be used with the software. Serato DJ Lite and a USB cable are included free, making it ready to use straight out the box. If though, you’re looking to get into scratching and want to create routines like the best, this is a fantastic place to start. The REV1 is a solid controller with a great layout and solid jog wheels and sets DJs up nicely to continue their progress with scratching! Other controllers to consider: AlphaTheta Corporation announces the release of the DDJ-REV1 in a new series of DJ controllers from its Pioneer DJ brand. This 2-channel unit matches perfectly with the free Serato DJ Lite software, boasting a brand-new battle-style layout that’s easy to use and perfect for playing like a pro DJ.

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