DjKit has announced the opening of preorders for the Pioneer DDJ-SX2, one of the most hotly anticipated pieces on the 2014 pro DJ scene. Upgraded across the board and with new LED pads to assist with slicing, looping, queuing and more, this DVS-Ready controller will work seamlessly with the latest Pioneer PLX 1000 turntables or CDJ2000, not to mention most others.
An Industry First
“We are pleased to present you the DDJ-SX2. It is the industry’s first controller to give DJs native manipulation of the software’s latest upgrade – Serato Flip – unveiled this week. The four-channel DDJ-SX2 builds on the popularity of its predecessor, but inherits two must-have features from the top-flight DDJ-SZ: Performance Pads with multi-coloured cue point LEDs and on-jog digital cue point markers. On top of that, this controller is Serato DJ DVS upgrade-ready and boasts improved jog wheel latency, making it the scratch DJ’s ultimate companion.” – Pioneer
The DDJ-SX2 is the first device of its kind to boast three dedicated Serato Flip buttons, among a host of other exclusive features pioneered by the industry veterans. And what’s more, the first 1,000 units of the DDJ-SX2 shipped will come with a free Serato video plugin with a value of £89.
High-Impact, Exclusive Features
“The release of our first generation DDJ-SX made a huge impact in the DJ community and we expect nothing less with this next version. The DDJ-SX2 features the latest updates, including Serato Flip capability, that enable DJs to be more creative with hot cues, as well as multi-colored Performance Pads found on the flagship DDJ-SZ.” - David Arevalo, director of marketing, Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics
Pioneer has laid bare the full list of specifications and features served up by the DDJ-SX2, which include the following:
Designated Buttons For Intuitive Control Of Serato Flip
- Serato Flip lets you record hot cue combinations and replay them on loop. This way, you can record yourself triggering cues with the Performance Pads and automatically loop the sequence back on demand.
Performance Pads With Multi-Coloured Cue Point LEDs
- Instantly trigger Quantized Hot Cues, Roll, Slicer and Sampler, or hit Shift to save and activate Cue and Slicer Loops. At the same time, Velocity Mode lets you control the sample volume with the amount of pressure you apply.
Enhanced Jog Wheels With Digital Cue Point Markers And Countdown
- The DDJ-SX2 has improved low-latency jog wheels for perfect scratch response every time. In addition to the backlit-LED On-Jog display, which shows the playback status of tracks, this model gains illuminated cue point markers and an accurate countdown for even greater scratch and reverse precision.
Serato DJ DVS Upgrade-Ready And A Variety Of Inputs And Outputs
- Like its predecessor, the DDJ-SX2 has four inputs, allowing you to connect it to DJ players and/or turntables and use it as a four-channel stand-alone mixer. Moreover, it’s Serato DJ DVS upgrade-ready, so you can buy a Serato DJ DVS Expansion Pack and scratch with CDJs/analogue turntables using Serato NoiseMap Control CD/vinyl.
DjKit take orders for the DDJ-SX2 right now for a 10% deposit of £80.90 – sign up today and be one of the first in the UK to take home the new superbeast from Pioneer.
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