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 Posted Wed 15 Nov 06 @ 3:48 pmWelcome to the Ultimate Controller guide Version 1.
Contollers give enhanced control of the software and allow you to work in a more profesional manner and add that extra feeling of realism Lets take a moment to look at what a supported controller is A supported controller is one which is midi enabled Such as this 
this example is a mk2 midi mixer and soundcard non midi mixers are not contolers sorry.. The main supported controllers are
Time code: In-depth guide coming soon Basics: To use time code you need a ASIO SOUND CARD Ie maya 44 usb Udj45 Or mk2 dj console Or presonus firebox or Virtual vinyl coming soon Next you need : Time code vinyl : http://www.virtualdj.com/products/timecode/ Or for cd users Time code CD : http://www.virtualdj.com/products/timecode/VDJTimeCode.mp3 More coming soon.. Now back to controllers There are 3 types entry level , pro level , sample control Entry Level Controllers
Mk2 Console The Hercules DJ Console Mk2 includes: • 2 vinyl-style jog wheels for spinning and scratching, with finger grips for rapid, accurate song searching or speed up or slow down tracks • 1 crossfader for seamless mixing between the two decks • 2 volume sliders • 2 pitch knobs + 2 pitch bend buttons • 2 x 4 buttons to control software playback (Play / Cue / Next / Previous for each deck) • 2 x 3 equalizer knobs • 2 x 3 buttons for effects • 2 x 2 buttons to control the tempo (Auto-Beat and Master tempo for each deck) • 1 ministick with 2 buttons emulating a mouse to navigate within any menu • 2 buttons to select the audio source on the deck product description : The DJ Console Mk2 is at the same time a mixer, a controller for VirtualDJ, and a multi-channel USB soundcard. It can be used with timecoded vinyls, but can also mix external analog audio sources. Its affordable price and small dimensions make it the best solution for bars or mobile DJs. 
this diagram shows how to setup the console with an external mixer in sound config select external mixer and pick right as ¾ and left as 1/2 if you do not wish to use one simply do not connect it to use time code read this guide http://www.virtualdj.com/forums/58120/Hardware_Technical_Support/Guide_To_set_up_tcv_with_mk2_console__)_.html the mk2 comes with home edtion bundled with it to see what features are not available http://www.virtualdj.com/products/comparison.html and to upgrade for a discount http://www.virtualdj.com/purchase/discount.html For a mapper to adjust the buttons if you are a pro user http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/download.html?addon_id=2509 Mk1 Console – is no longer sold you may still find it on ebay for sale it works in a very similar way however if you buy it on ebay the software should not be included as this illegal for a copy of virtual dj http://www.virtualdj.com/purchase/ Mp3 Control Same as mk2 minus a souncard The Hercules DJ Control MP3 is perfect for digital DJs and music fans right across the board: Compact and portable, the DJ Control MP3 is a dual-deck controller for mixing MP3s, WAVs, WMA etc on a PC. With all of these features, DJ Control MP3 is the solution DJ mixing amateurs have been waiting for. Up until now, those interested in DJ mixing have been obliged to resort to semi-professional or professional DJ hardware, or use mixing software: software which requires practice and agility in order to progress beyond automatic mixing, with only a mouse and keyboard available to control the music. All you need to get the most out of DJ Control MP3 ia a computer equipped with a 5.1 sound card, amplified speakers and your favourite music (whether CD-Audio, MP3, WAV or WMA files). Compact and powered directly by the computer’s USB port, DJ Control MP3 can be used with either a desktop or laptop computer, to mix your music anywhere you like! DJ Control MP3 can also be used to control other mixing software via MIDI commands sent to the computer. to use headphones you need a 5.1 soundcard and you need to select headphone mode in the sound setup , and select one output as headphones and one as preview 
the software is once again bundled with home edtion http://www.virtualdj.com/purchase/discount.html to use the full features of the console you need to upgrade Dm2 mixer 
this contoler costs 30 pounds and is a great starter it only works with 3.4 pro http://www.virtualdj.com/forums/50725/New_features/mixman_DM2_Support_.html to gain the files needed to operate it found on the web supports song selection beat lock , and cross fade and basic scratching at this time the shortcuts do not work well however Im attempting to solve this and will post a new file soon high end controllers
Xp10 
allows advanced control and has a soundcard can work as a single or a pair check more info here:) http://www.virtualdj.com/products/xp10/ DMC1 + DAC DAC controllers are rackable USB remote controllers specially designed for computer DJs. They offer all the standard features of traditional CD remotes (pitch, play/pause, cue, time display, etc...), plus a few specific to VirtualDJ. At this time only Dac 3 is sold 
But you can find the old ones on ebay , new or old they do not come with vdj But with pcdj limited edition which in my opinion is so poor you might as well chuck it You have to purchase it here http://www.virtualdj.com/purchase/ a mapper (dac3) for 3.4 is available here http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/download.html?addon_id=2401 dac 2 http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/download.html?addon_id=2178 Specifications FOR DAC 3 • Fast USB 2.0 plug'n'play connection. • 3U standard, 19" rackmount unit. • MIDI compatible. • Easy to use interface for any DJ. • Looks, feels and operates just like any standard dual CD Player. • One button beat match. • One touch looping. • Slider control for Pitch and Volume. • 'Mix now' button for smooth cross fade into the next track. • Single button instant reverse. • One touch direct cue point access. • Play, sample or loop in reverse. • One touch complete effects control. • Create loops and cue points on the fly - perfectly synced every time! • Clear displays for players A and B. • True instant start - no delay! • Jog wheel to search & load songs in the recordcase and set cue points. • Lockable Pitch for both players - ensures rock-solid sync every time! • No need for mouse or keyboard. • 12 volt UK power supply. Next generation digital audio controller! Our brand new DAC-3 is a high-end, rackmountable 19" hardware control unit, designed by and purpose-built for today's working DJ. In fact, the DAC-3 is just as impressive when used by any live performer, looking to exploit the latest in digital mixing software technology! Plugging straight into your PC or laptop via any standard USB connection, the DAC-3 gives DJs the ultimate in rock-solid, real-time feel - with lightning fast results. And now with the exciting addition of industry-standard MIDI support, the DAC-3 is ready to go with any MIDI compatible software - straight out of the box! So, whether it's a digital DJ program or Live Sequencing application, the DAC-3 will finally give you all the hands-on tools needed to make your set the professional performance it was always meant to be - without the need for a clumsy keyboard or mouse. Take a bold step into the future. With super cool, blue LCDs and that now unmistakable PCDJ look and feel, the new DAC-3 controller is the ultimate solution for any seasoned or aspiring digital performer. Key Features: • Successor to the massively popular DAC-2. • Suitable for any user of MIDI-compatible digital mixing, live performance or music production software (PCDJ, Ableton Live, ..). • Larger 3U design, for even greater hands-on control. • USB 2.0 connection with still faster response times. • Distinctive & cool, twin Blue LCDs. • In research & development for over 12 months D Vinyl Control Product Description Vinyl, MP3 files, CD’s, turntables, and digital effects, DJ’s want to use them all and with the new Soundgraph D-Vinyl 2020 you can! That’s because the D-Vinyl 2020 is a complete hardware AND software package that combines a full blown 3-rack space DJ controller with mixer, dual jog wheels, slider and switch controls, and an integrated USB sound card with all the interface software needed to play MP3 files, CD’s, and even your favorite records. Here’s the deal; the D-Vinyl has 3 Playing Modes: Digital Vinyl Mode allows you to play and control MP3 files stored on your computer’s Hard Drive with conventional turntables or CD players and use all your performance moves like CUEing, backCUEing, scratching, fast/slow spinning, etc. MP3 Mode allows you to play and control MP3 files right from the 2020 controller without having to use a mouse or keyboard (up to 99 songs in each playlist). Analog Vinyl Mode lets you control your turntables and CD players and play your vinyl or CD collection using only the hardware controller just like in a conventional turntable/CD setup. The D-Vinyl is compatible with Windows 98SE, 2000, ME, and XP so there is no need to install Linux or another operating system into your computer. All software features (play, pitch shift, beat sync, cue, loop (20cues and 20 loops per MP3), edit, track search, search/load while playing, and much more can be accessed directly by the controller so you can keep spinning instead of typing. 6 pair RCA inputs with dual phono preamps, Type A and B USB ports. See, you can have it all! Hardware D-Vinyl2020™ H/W is a latest dual CD player type controller for the whole operation of S/W and the interface device to connect with computer and the current DJ devices like turntables and mixer. No necessary to use keyboard or mouse during your gig. All the controls with Jog wheel, Buttons, Sliders and LCD display in D-Vinyl2020™ H/W. Without turn-table or CD player, D-Vinyl2020™ H/W works also as a stand alone controller for the remix of MP3. Software D-Vinyl2020™ software provides 3 applications: Dual MP3 Player™, Playlist Editor™, MP3 Editor™. Major functions of D-Vinyl2020™ are Spin MP3 with Turntable or the latest CD player AUTO/MANUAL/PRE Beat Counter Effects-CHOP, AUTO PAN, EFFECT, VINYL SIMULATOR Pitch Controls by +/-8%, +/-12%, +/-25% or +/-100% Never Shock or Skip Saving 20 CUE/LOOP points per Each MP3 File Recording your remix as .wav in real-time Professional [2IN/4OUT] USB Internal Soundcard Playing Normal Vinyl D-Vinyl™ Record The record has a special frequency signal in the groove in order to receive the dynamics of the turntable for the control of MP3s from your HDD like scratching. So, you can put this specially designed digital vinyl on your normal turntable, with a normal needle, then you can play MP3 in D-Vinyl2020™ software with the real touch of vinyl. Also with the Audio CD supplied by D-Vinyl2020™, you can connect the CD Player with D-Vinyl hardware like the CDJ1000 to control MP3 with your CD player. If you put normal vinyl on your turntable instead of this Digital Vinyl, you can also play it under the Analog Vinyl Mode in D-Vinyl2020™ hardware. Technical Info System Requirements OS: Windows 98SE, ME, 2000 and XP CPU: Pentium III 550 MHz or higher (Recommended Pentium III 866 MHz or higher, and Pentium IV 1.4 Ghz or higher for XP users) RAM: 128 Mb or higher HDD: 30 MB for install S/W, additional space for MP3 store USB: More than one port. Highly recommended: Intel and VIA USB Host Controller Sound Card: No Sound Card needed (D-Vinyl H/W has dual USB SoundCard) Graphic Card: More than 1024 x 768 resolution DirectX: DirectX 8.1 or higher Mapper 3.4: http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/download.html?addon_id=2308 NU04 midi mixer “The NUO4 mixer from Ecler is a professional mixer that can control VirtualDJ directly, thanks to its MIDI commands. It is of great interest to DJs who mix video, since its crossfader will also control VirtualDJ's video crossfader.” This controller is a mixer in its own right which can sync with the software while you mix “This revolutionary 4 channel mixer featuring control of external devices via MIDI, allows deejays to play software live in a natural and intuitive manner. This remote controller features 72 different MIDI messages, which can be fully programmed to your choice and customized later on with an innovative label print system. The NUO4 concentrates to control of a computer in a traditional mixer and so allows laptops to coexist at deejay booths with turntables and CD decks, so bringing deejays an open window to the future of live music mixing and production...” Mapper for 4.1 http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/download.html?addon_id=2511 
samples mixer The UC33e gives you a set of 9 faders that will reveal the true power of the new sample machine of Virtual DJ. All the knobs and buttons can also be assigned as midi shortcuts to drive any function you want in VirtualDJ.” So you can fire of samples at the touch of a button 
Which controller is right for me ? you need to consider your pc specifications : (the more ram you have and the faster processor the better these controllers will operate) you need to consider the cost : if you are on a tight budget and you’re a home user get a dm2 and use 3.4 or even better an herc mp3 control console if you are a pro user on a tight budget get the mk2 It’s a dependable platform for time code it’s a good soundcard and a stable midi mixer if you are a pro user on a slightly generous budget get two xp10s or a DAC 3 
example xp 10 and and dac 3 
example dac 3 system if you are looking for sample control get the uc33 mix table and another controller dac 3 or xp10 maybe if you want the control in a more traditional form on a mixer get the NU04 or if you want to mix video if you want a very advanced control system and a time code get the D-vinyl control The End I hope this guide proves useful I will be adding extra information as I discover it :) If you need help Contact admin@skyfxlmedia.com This is also an msn address This is todays guide more will follow 2 morrow or later today :) |
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| Posted Wed 15 Nov 06 @ 5:11 pm Great topic, A STICKY!! :)) |
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| Posted Wed 15 Nov 06 @ 6:52 pm For readers of this topic who own a DAC-3 (Or are considering purchasing one):
If you own the full professional version of VirtualDJ or Numark Cue, you can download the DAC-3 custom mapper (Download -> Plugins -> External Tools - http://www.virtualdj.com/addons/view.html?type=tool ) This will enhance the functionality of your DAC-3 controller significantly and allow you to control most features of VirtualDJ, including video mixing. Some of the main features are:
Custom mappers are also available for many of the other above controllers (DAC-2, DJ Console, etc.) that improve the functionality of and enhance these controllers. |
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| Posted Wed 15 Nov 06 @ 7:22 pm thanks for the addon :) |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 12:52 am does the presonus firebox have enough line ins for 2 decks?
I don't think it does... |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 12:56 am My bad.. if you use 2 line ins and 2 mic ins switched to line level I guess thats how it's done with the xlr's.
peace |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 1:51 am Amazing guide :-)
That's why I like the internet and people like skyfxl. Thx a lot ! |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 10:34 am sticky yay
tnx bcd infos comming soon :) |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 8:20 pm how about the kontrol dj 500? it's a great bit of kit. i picked it up for 300 gbp. |
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| Posted Thu 16 Nov 06 @ 9:32 pm add some info here if u like :)
there are many supported midi controlers :) |
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| Posted Fri 17 Nov 06 @ 5:34 pm greetings mix lovers...
i'm wondering is there anyway to control my music in virtual dj with numark axis 8 cd players? |
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| Posted Fri 17 Nov 06 @ 5:42 pm yes my man there is
:) its called timecode basicaly if your soundcard has two stereo inputs you can hook your cd players up to your computer and control vdj via the cd players http://www.virtualdj.com/products/timecode/ for more info http://www.virtualdj.com/products/timecode/VDJTimeCode.mp3 download this and burn it to two audio cds |
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| Posted Fri 17 Nov 06 @ 5:43 pm skyfxl for president (or VIP) LOL! |
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| Posted Fri 17 Nov 06 @ 5:56 pm lol thanks
aparently these guides are spam tho and are a nusaince and take time away from helping those who actualy need help acoriding to cough "dj price" and im not alowed to post any more here so if u need help or want a guide pm me and il put it on my blog |
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| Posted Mon 20 Nov 06 @ 2:11 am Good job buddy... |
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| Posted Tue 21 Nov 06 @ 6:01 pm This is a good topic.....Another one that would be nice is a video card guide...IMO These topics are need to know for people using the software
I would like to request a Video card Guide Thank you Skyfxl Keep up the excellent work You are top noth in my books DJ MIkeD |
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| Posted Tue 21 Nov 06 @ 10:26 pm video comming very soon i just gota check my facts :) |
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| Posted Wed 22 Nov 06 @ 4:21 pm DJ MikeD wrote :
This is a good topic.....Another one that would be nice is a video card guide...IMO These topics are need to know for people using the software
I would like to request a Video card Guide Thank you Skyfxl Keep up the excellent work You are top noth in my books DJ MIkeD http://www.virtualdj.com/forums/60292/Hardware_Technical_Support/Some_Advice_On_what_to_look_for_when_buying_a_Graphics_card_or_a_new_pc___laptop.html Tada :) |
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| Posted Mon 25 Dec 06 @ 4:16 pm some new aditions from numark ;)
NuVJ The NuVJ allows DJs to incorporate images and video clips in much the same way as mixing music. With the NuVJ, the VJ can trigger images and video clips, add effects to them, mix them through an onboard DJ style crossfader and tweak them in order to create unique and spectacular shows. The hardware controller works seamlessly with existing DJ gear and the software is compatible with most computers and laptops. The NuVJ is simply easier, better and more affordable than any other VJ product on the market. D2 Director D2 (pronounced dee-squared) Director is a single rack-mountable console featuring one oversized LCD display coupled with a revolutionary user interface. The new plug and play design allows the user to simply search for music on any USB mass storage device and add songs to a single master play list. Using the single master play list, songs are automatically directed to two built-in play control surfaces, ultimately simplifying the DJ performance experience. D2 Director is complete with a ground-breaking new graphic user interface which includes real-time visuals of track profiles and waveforms. Six soft touch buttons around the D2 Director’s display screen provide the DJ with control over a variety of features such as effects, song management, and hard drive management. The D2 Director includes one USB connector on the front panel and two additional USB ports on the rear panel which can be expanded through the use of a USB hub (sold separately). The USB connectivity delivers a wide variety of music storage and sourcing options. This includes, but is not limited to, linking the D2 Director to the DJs iPod™, Memory Stick™ media, and external USB hard drives. The DJ could also add a computer keyboard for simplified song search. In addition the rear panel includes line level outputs for both players and a record input. The D2 Director supports MP3, Ogg Vorbis and AAC (unprotected) formats. and ofcourse Virtual Vinyl Virtual Vinyl is Numark’s premier DJ hardware and software solution that lets you scratch, mix and sample digital audio and video files using your computer and any analog turntable or CD player. Using a traditional turntable or CD player (sold separately) and included control vinyl or CDs to control digital media content, Virtual Vinyl provides in-depth features including; master tempo, seamless looping, instant pitch matching, automatic beat-matching, BPM-aware effects, hot-cues, sampling, and more. The software includes two independent zero-latency virtual decks, seamlessly controlled by traditional 12” records that are familiar to DJs. Virtual Vinyl can play any digital audio file including; MP3, MP3Pro, WAV, AIFF, direct CD, WMA, Ogg Vorbis, MP4, iTunes (non-DRM), and more. Virtual Vinyl is compatible with music subscription services such as Yahoo! Music Unlimited, Virgin Music, Napster Music, and others. In addition to its reliable audio capabilities, Virtual Vinyl gives access to a whole new world of video mixing possibilities. Turntablists can now scratch, beat juggle and mix their favorite videos directly from their turntables. Virtual Vinyl’s video output can be displayed on any video monitor, television, projector or computer with ease. Additionally, Virtual Vinyl is equipped to play any DVD, VOB, DIVX, MPG, AVI, and Karaoke (CDG), files. |
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| Posted Mon 25 Dec 06 @ 11:35 pm What about those "pearls" that appeared in VDJ 4.2.
- Numark CueControl - Numark DMC2 (not DAC2!!!) Anything about it ? |
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