Good controller for scratching and mixing (newbie)
Good controller for scratching and mixing (newbie) Posted on: 03.11.2009 by Birgit Ehringer Hi !I have this problem that is keeping me from starting DJ'ing as a new hobby, for now. I got bitten by this bug that wants to not only listen to different house/techno songs, but to jam along and participate in mixing the song. Also I am really looking forward in starting to learn to scratch, as also being into hip-hop style of music. I've been playing guitar and drums for about 8 years so I believe my sense of rhythm won't be a barrier. First of, I have been looking for different MIDI controllers and even normal turntables, but haven't encountered one, that would fit my needs (as based on reviews). I have a quite small budget of about 700 euros and plan to use the software that comes with the hardware. I got really hyped about the VCI-300 for it's large jog-wheels, and thought that I really wouldn't be needing different FX. I was literally minutes away from ordering it, but then noticed that Vestax informs that it's not recommended to use with AMD Turion 64 x2, which I unfortunately have. Pretty amazed that it is not really that noticeably informed around different distributors and reviews ? Could you help me out and recommend any product that you believe would suit my needs ? Any help is appreciated ! Edit: Okay, i probably got this in the wrong section, but don't beat me for it ! | |
| Antonia Dodgens 30.11.2009 |
Originally Posted by Segfault
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| Birgit Ehringer 03.11.2009 | Hi ! I have this problem that is keeping me from starting DJ'ing as a new hobby, for now. I got bitten by this bug that wants to not only listen to different house/techno songs, but to jam along and participate in mixing the song. Also I am really looking forward in starting to learn to scratch, as also being into hip-hop style of music. I've been playing guitar and drums for about 8 years so I believe my sense of rhythm won't be a barrier. First of, I have been looking for different MIDI controllers and even normal turntables, but haven't encountered one, that would fit my needs (as based on reviews). I have a quite small budget of about 700 euros and plan to use the software that comes with the hardware. I got really hyped about the VCI-300 for it's large jog-wheels, and thought that I really wouldn't be needing different FX. I was literally minutes away from ordering it, but then noticed that Vestax informs that it's not recommended to use with AMD Turion 64 x2, which I unfortunately have. Pretty amazed that it is not really that noticeably informed around different distributors and reviews ? Could you help me out and recommend any product that you believe would suit my needs ? Any help is appreciated ! Edit: Okay, i probably got this in the wrong section, but don't beat me for it ! |
| Hipolito Scionti 01.12.2009 | I'd say two turntables and a vestax mixer for scratching and DVS! |
| Mariano Enciso 01.12.2009 | VCI-100 se + soundcard or VCI-300 |
| Laurel Litchko 01.12.2009 | well plenty of dmc guys have checked out the ns7 and have liked it. no dissing other products =D be constructive =D =D =D =D =D |
| Romelia Stankard 01.12.2009 | The NS7 is the only controller remotely decent for scratching but it does not compare to the real thing. If you really want to scratch, there is nothing like a pair of technics and Traktor Scratch or Serato with a real mixer. You can get a Traktor Scratch Duo setup with a used set of technics 1200s with needles off craigslist and solid Vestax mixer (also off craigslist or ebay) for less than $1000 so a bit less than an NS7 and it is the way to go. I would hardly call a DVS hardcore but if you want to scratch you will love it and it is the only thing that comes close to feeling real. |
| Antonia Dodgens 30.11.2009 |
Originally Posted by Segfault
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| Victor BlueDragon 01.12.2009 | http://www.singulier.com/boutique_us...lg=lg_us&num=9 |
| Kayleen Positano 27.11.2009 | I would save for hte NS7 if you want to learn how to scratch, or if you're really hardcore, try to pick up a pair of TTs and get a DVS. The VCI 300 /might/ do kind of okay for scratching, but you'd be much better off with something like the NS7. I got a chance to play around with one today at my local guitar center, and it was pretty much one of the coolest things ever. |
| Antonia Dodgens 27.11.2009 | NS7 if you can afford it, VCI300 if u dont wanna break the bank. Lotta bang for your buck. Very good controller, and extremly capable scratcher. |
| Laurel Litchko 27.11.2009 | +1 on the ns7. i have the ns7 and i'm completely happy with it. its extremely responsive and extremely fun =D. serato also announced that all of its products will have some sort of functionality with Ableton coming soon. itch lacks a sampler (hopefully ableton will fix this), but i believe its the best controller that can emulate turntables. its priced a little high and it doesnt come with any fx, but i still love it. i am by no means a turntablist. when i got mine i was completely new to the djing game too. on it, i learned to beatmatch (sans the sync button =D) and do some basic scratches. now i'm an ableton guy. hope this helps. good luck man, if you have any questions feel free to ask |
| Lily Rhem 27.11.2009 | ns7? |
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