So for example, if you have cue points set up marking distinct sounds such as a crash, kick, snare, or any good vocal drop or sound effect, in Slip Mode you can drop those sounds in rhythmically at any point during playback, and then playback continues as normal when you take your finger off the pads, or the jog wheel in the case of scratching in Slip Mode. This can be really fun and sound very cool when used with accurate timing. With Slip Mode engaged from the Slip button on either DDJ-SX deck, the track playing in Serato keeps its linear play position active while you scratch, perform hot cues or loops, and then snaps back to the linear position when you are finished ( see a simple demo in this clip on YouTube). Dual Deck Control turns on with the Dual Deck button on each DDJ-SX deck, and it means that the two tracks playing on the deck (either tracks 1 & 3 or 2 & 4) will be controlled simultaneously, so you could, for example, scratch both tracks or hot cue both tracks at once. Serato has also worked with Pioneer to program Serato DJ compatibility with the DDJ-SX’s Dual Deck Control and Slip Mode. Virtually every button and other control on the Pioneer unit correspond directly with a Serato DJ function. HARDWARE/SOFTWARE INTERTWINEDĪlthough you can use the 4-channel mixer portion of the DDJ-SX to connect turntables, CD decks, and other external sources and pass through audio to the main outs without connecting to a computer, obviously the main attraction to the DDJ-SX is its integration with the new Serato DJ software. With the effects sections, Slip mode, Dual Deck mode, 8 cue points and loops each per track, Loop Roll, Slicer, and a Sampler launcher, the DDJ-SX sets the stage for you to go off on a Serato controller like never before. The Bottom Line: While size and price may be detractors, the DDJ-SX uses every inch of its surface to ensure maximum effectiveness over the new Serato DJ software. Have to be careful not to touch Needle Search when playing the effects section.
The Bad: Its sheer size can cause problems integrating it into a performance space. Cool light show ensues after sitting idle. Two headphone outputs two microphone inputs. XLR and RCA main outputs, Booth Out, level meters for each channel. The Good: Awesome pad performance section.
Manufacturer: Pioneer, with collaboration from Serato Reviewed: Pioneer DDJ-SX Controller for Serato DJ
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Besides just high-end, great-feeling controls, it unlocks from the software Dual Deck Control, Slip mode, Loop Roll, Slicer, and other powerful performance tools.Įditor’s Note: The DDJ SX was updated in August, 2014. Was that not written in stone? Along with the recent release of Serato DJ, Pioneer has launched its flagship controller, the monstrously sized and devilishly fun DDJ-SX controller and audio interface.
Behind every good DJ software, there is a great controller.