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Posted on: 10.09.2012 by Ami Lele
I am about to buy my first controller, I know Traktor in and out and everything in it. Keyboarding has been my thing. But ime ready for more, so not i am deciding between the s4 and DJTT VCI-400EGE. I would click checkout right now except i saw someone said on the reviews that it wont be for beginners. Not only do i not know what i qualify as, but i also have no idea why he said that and what he means....So heres the question

"Will the VCI-400EGE be a controller I will be able to handle at my current situation?"
Ardell Lafranchi
25.09.2012
Originally Posted by djlotus
The main problem with getting watered down gear is the lack of resale value when you out grow the controller and decide to buy a more feature rich option. Might as well invest up front and skip the resale woes.
I've had this controller for about 6 months and ive djed for 2 and a half years. Yes its resale value isnt very good but if i can get 50 bucks out of it later one im talkin in a year or so then ill be stoked. Its not about starting off big its about starting off small with low risk and workin your way up. One payed gig and ur controller will be done and payed for. this is something like i said I highly highly recommend!
Cristian Carmona
20.09.2012
Originally Posted by Jester.NZ
I would have killed for a controller such as the VCI400 when i was getting started.
My 1st controller was a Hercules DJ Console circa 2006?
Leeanna Ayla
26.09.2012		I wouldn't want you to hurt yourself.
Len Lukawski
26.09.2012		[QUOTE=photojojo;530436]This, in fact I believe these more expensive controllers are better suited to beginners than less expensive controllers with less features. I believe most of the people that say things aren't for beginners are usually

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZIQdf...ailpage#t=145s
Maya Beierschmitt
25.09.2012		Started out with an S4, such a fantastic choice. They hold their value, they're very easy to learn on, and they're perfect for a bedroom DJ just starting out and they have enough power to rock a house party with your buddy's cheap controller on deck C and a mic on deck D. If it's too much for you, just sell it for the price you paid for it or $50 less (if you buy it used).
Ardell Lafranchi
25.09.2012
Originally Posted by djlotus
The main problem with getting watered down gear is the lack of resale value when you out grow the controller and decide to buy a more feature rich option. Might as well invest up front and skip the resale woes.
I've had this controller for about 6 months and ive djed for 2 and a half years. Yes its resale value isnt very good but if i can get 50 bucks out of it later one im talkin in a year or so then ill be stoked. Its not about starting off big its about starting off small with low risk and workin your way up. One payed gig and ur controller will be done and payed for. this is something like i said I highly highly recommend!
Khadijah Bucker
21.09.2012		S4 all the way, if you know tractor you'll be fine on the S4
Ira Alsadi
20.09.2012		The main problem with getting watered down gear is the lack of resale value when you out grow the controller and decide to buy a more feature rich option. Might as well invest up front and skip the resale woes.
Latoria Kavulich
20.09.2012		DJTech Imix *shudder*
Cristian Carmona
20.09.2012
Originally Posted by Jester.NZ
I would have killed for a controller such as the VCI400 when i was getting started.
My 1st controller was a Hercules DJ Console circa 2006?
Latoria Kavulich
20.09.2012		I would have killed for a controller such as the VCI400 when i was getting started.
Ardell Lafranchi
19.09.2012		^ My point S4 x 250 dollars = 1 grand that is a big ass investment if your just starting out and are semi interested in mixing. Give something 300 dollars or less a try first I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS!! Alot of people who dont dj dont really know what to expect when they hear "Mixing". They picture a guy producing everysound coming out of the speakers.. If that is something u want to do then give abelton live and a launchpad a look. If your wanting to mix music start out with something that wont cost u an ankle and try ur way at it.. As a matter of fact my buddy bought the IDJ3 from Best Buy i was with him because he assumed it was a producing machine and i bought it from him 2 weeks later for 50 bucks off the normal price. But this is obviously your choice so go with what you feel. I'm just trying to emphasize that the S2 and S4 hype can be easily matched with alot less expensive controller for a beginner..... Good luck tho

27wonka
Sherrell Dargenio
18.09.2012		I learned how to DJ using an S4, it has a great, simple layout and is (in my opinion) very user friendly. You don't have to worry about any mapping at all, it's all done for you. If you know you're going to keep DJing, then the $1000 price tag isn't too big either.
Ciara Cuttill
18.09.2012
Originally Posted by photojojo
This, in fact I believe these more expensive controllers are better suited to beginners than less expensive controllers with less features. I believe most of the people that say things aren't for beginners are usually beginners.
Originally Posted by Lilac
With enough time and dedication, you can rock any gear.
... Perfect answers to your question OP ... believe about what you want out of your controller and set the bar high but still reasonable
Ossie Pooley
18.09.2012
Originally Posted by photojojo
I believe most of the people that say things aren't for beginners are usually beginners.
This.

With enough time and dedication, you can rock any gear.
Leeanna Ayla
18.09.2012
Originally Posted by keithace
everything has a learning curve...
This, in fact I believe these more expensive controllers are better suited to beginners than less expensive controllers with less features. I believe most of the people that say things aren't for beginners are usually beginners.
Erich Vallabhaneni
18.09.2012		Its all about what you wanna get out of it. Get which ever one looks more interesting to you, they all have pros and cons.
Era Roka
18.09.2012		S4 is very easy to learn!
Ardell Lafranchi
18.09.2012

I might get hate for this but IMO start off with something cheap easily accessible and good... This is the exact controller i have.. I have everything mapped out exactly how i want and it really does work great as a beginner controller (Sync mapped in etc.). Of course, I dont use sync any more actually have the sync button mapped to a different function. I bought this at Best Buy for $160 american. I even have my mapping up on traktor bible so yeh its definitely a great easily replaceable inexpensive controller that does the trick that all the big controllers do. IMO I wouldnt throw $399 - $799 on a controller overall unless i was simply ready for a new controller but i dont see that time coming anytime soon.

Good Luck
27wonka

Edit: It even has a built in SoundCard so its a plug n go type of controller!!!
Abel Rogowski
11.09.2012		hmm. i guess DJTT VCI-400EGE would be better. not that i own it. but seen it and have used it
Margie Pavell
10.09.2012		everything has a learning curve...
Evelia Weinsheimer
10.09.2012		I can't speak for the 400 but I love my S4. The Traktor integration perfect. I've had it since it came out and I'm still learning new things.

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