Denon MC3000 Professional DJ Controller

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Rock the party with this solid-steel DJ controller for Virtual DJ software. Stream 4 stereo channels in via USB, and scratch and mix them on 2 virtual decks.

The Denon MC3000 Professional DJ Controller combines an all-in-one plug-and-play USB controller with a rugged chassis sturdy enough to withstand some heavy gigging. Perfect for MIDI control of Virtual DJ or Traktor software, the MC3000 provides two virtual decks with touch-sensitive jog wheels, independent EQ, and faders for four channels. The four channels can be swapped in and out of the decks with the press of a button, allowing you to manage four channels of sound with only two virtual decks. The MC3000 comes with onboard effects, cue and loop controls, and many more features which are sure to bring your DJ sets to life.

Spin Your MP3s with Virtual DJ LE

Denon's MC3000 allows your to spin your MP3 collection like vinyls or CDs, thanks to the included Virtual DJ LE software. Just connect the unit to your laptop via USB, load a track from your MP3 library into one of the decks and hit play. Load another track on the second deck, beat-sync the two decks manually or automatically using Denon's Sync function and you're already two tracks into your first DJ set. You can also connect external line-level sources like CD or MP3 players and add them to the mix as well. The MC3000 combined with Virtual DJ LE provides a wealth of DJ tools including effects, hot cues, automatic and manual loop controls, pitch and key lock functions, per channel EQ, and more.

Built for Gigging: Steel Construction, Balanced Outputs

While there are many all-in-one USB MIDI DJ controllers are read more the market, few are as tough as the MC3000. Just get your hands on a MC3000 and you'll immediately feel what makes the MC3000 special: steel. Where other manufacturers settled for plastic components, Denon opted for a solid steel chassis, encasing the MC3000 like a suit of armor. That robust design will come in handy as the controller travels with you from gig to gig. Furthermore, the MC3000 has both unbalanced RCA outputs, plus balanced 1/4" TRS outputs to plug into venue PA systems.

Features:

- Dual-deck, four-channel USB DJ controller/audio interface
- 3-band EQ for each deck
- Two 105mm touch-sensitive jog wheels
- Optimized for Virtual DJ and Traktor software
- Controller can be MIDI mapped to run almost any DJ software
- Two effects sections with four assignable effects per section
- Four hot cue buttons per deck
- Browsing section for navigating your laptop directly from the controller
- Search keys for seeking within a track directly from the controller
- Loop section with manual loop in/loop out buttons and Auto Loop button with Beat Jump (loop cut)
- 3-way audio/video assignable cross-fader
- Pitch/Fader/Volume lock function
- Pitch Bend key for scratch effects
- Sync button for automatically beat matching between decks
- 1/4" (balanced) and RCA (unbalanced) master outputs
- 1/4" headphone output with built in headphone amp
- Two stereo line level RCA inputs with gain controls for connecting external CD players, MP3 players, or other DJ controllers
- 1/4" microphone input with gain control and mic ducking
- Kensington anti-theft lock terminal
- Professional-grade steel chassis
- Rackmountable on 19" racks (adapter sold separately)
- Powered via AC power adapter only
- Virtual DJ LE software included
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System Requirements:

- Minimum for PC: Windows XP SP3 or newer, Intel Pentium 4 or AMD Athlon XP, 512 MB RAM, 1024x768 screen resolution, DirectX compatible soundcard, 50 MB free on hard drive
- Recommended for PC: Windows 7 Professional or newer, Intel Core 2 or AMD Athlon X2, 1 GB RAM, 1280x1024 screen resolution or higher, multi-channel DirectX compatible soundcard, 200 MB free on hard drive
- Minimum for Mac: Mac OS X 10.5 or newer, Intel processor, 1 GB RAM, 1024x768 screen resolution, CoreAudio compatible soundcard, 50 MB free on hard drive
- Recommended for Mac: Mac OS X 10.6 or newer, Intel processor, 2 GB RAM, 1440x900 screen resolution or higher, multi-channel CoreAudio compatible soundcard, 200 MB free on hard drive
- Additional requirements for video mixing: 2 GB RAM, ATI or NVIDIA video card with dual screen support and at least 256 MB of dedicated DDR3 RAM

- MAC OSX, Windows XP/Vista/Win7 Compatible
- Line inputs: 2 Stereo Unbalanced RCA terminal:
- Input impedance: 51 kOhms
- Level: 0 dBV
- Signal to Noise ratio: Over 87 dB
- Microphone inputs: 1 Monaural:
- Microphone: Balanced 1/4-inch TRS terminal (Tip: hot, Ring: cold, Sleeve: ground)
- Input impedance: 10 kOhms
- Level: -52 - -20 dBu (Unity = -40 dBu)
- USB Audio inputs: 2 Stereo (4 Monaural) 16 bit, Fs: 48 kHz USB B
- Master output:
- Balanced: Stereo, balanced 1/4-inch TRS terminal (Tip: hot, Ring: cold, Sleeve: ground)
- Load impedance: Over 600 ohms
- Level: +4 dBu (Max +24 dBu) - When RL = 10 kOhms
- Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (+/-0.5 dB)
- THD: Less than 0.05 %
- Crosstalk: Less than -85 dB (1 kHz)
- Unbalanced: Stereo RCA terminal
- Load impedance: 10 kOhms
- Level: 0 dBu (Max +20 dBu)
- Headphone output: Stereo 1/4-inch (1 mm) :
- Load impedance: 40 ohms
- Level: Over 100 mW
- USB Audio output: 2 Stereo (4 Monaural) 16 bit, FS: 48 kHz USB B:
- USB MIDI input/output:
- IN: 1ch
- OUT: 1ch MIDI 1.0
- USB: B
- Master meter: PPM 7 Point LED -20 - +10 dB, Peak
- CH fader: 1 1/4-inch (45 mm) slim type fader
- Cross fader: 1 1/4-inch (45 mm) fader
- Power voltage: DC 12 V
- Power consumption: 16 W
- Operating temperature: +5 degrees C - +35 degrees C
- Operating humidity: 25 % - 85 %
- Storage temperature: -20 degrees C - 60 degrees C
- Size(W x H x D: )15.7 x 2.0 x 10.0 inches
- Weight: 6.9 lbs.

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 201-762-6665
Web: https://support.denondj.com

Denon MC3000 DJ Controller

The MC3000 DJ controller from Denon DJ is an affordable professional MIDI controller for Virtual DJ, packaged with Virtual DJ LE and fully optimized for Native Instruments Traktor 2.

4 Deck control and a high-quality internal soundcard at an affordable price means the MC3000 Professional DJ Controller is suited for both the Bedroom DJ as well as those wanting to move onto a more professional setup. Featuring the Layer Function for Dual Deck and 2+2 4-channel mixer control manages to keep functionality but maintain an uncluttered and ergonomic layout.

Line to master gives the option of 2 analog line input mixing control so a variety of external players can be connected and used alongside a Mac or Windows PC - great for handing over to the next DJ after a set without interrupting the flow of music.

The quality of the high resolution, 105mm touch-sensitive jog wheels and the smooth 60mm long pitch slider (with 14-bit resolution) is evidence that the Denon DJ build quality and reliability is still present even at this more affordable price point.

Complete with file browse navigation keys and rotary encoder file selector knob, 8 (4+4) hot cue buttons with layer bank selector key, powerful shirt key for various dual button operation, large size Cue and Play buttons, and the inclusion of Denon "Legacy" Pitch bend keys proves that this is a serious, professional, DJ controller.

Features

- Optimized for Virtual DJ - Virtual DJ LE Included
- Layer Function for Dual Deck and 2+2 4-Channel Mixer Control
- USB Audio Interface 2 in / 2 out (Stereo)
- Line to Master - 2 Analog Line Input Mixing Control
- Professional-Grade Steel Chassiso Slim Tabletop design for easy portability
- Intuitive 4 deck hardware control, with visible deck color change
- MAC OSX, Windows XP/Vista/Win7 Compatible
- Powerful 3-way Audio/Video Assignable cross-fader for Video performances
- High resolution 105mm Touch-Sensitive Jog Wheels
- Smooth 60mm long Pitch Slider with high 14-bit resolution
- Pitch/Fader/Volume Lock function - holds the last known Audio value and position until the Null point is reached again
- File browse navigation keys & rotary encoder file selector knob
- 8 (4 + 4) Hot Cue buttons w/layer bank selector key
- Auto Loop Button w/ Beat Jump (Loop Cut)
- Manual Loop In/Out buttons
- Various EFX/Sampler control, keys & Parameter knobs
- Various GUI control, Mixer, Video, Scratch, Sampler, REC
- Powerful Shift Key - used for various dual button operation
- Large size Cue & Play buttons
- Search Keys (<< >>) to advance around within the file
- Denon's legacy "Pitch Bend" keys
- Vinyl & Pitch Bend Jog modes
- Sync key for smooth beat matching between decks
- Key Lock on/off button with LED confirmation
- Input level gains
- Deck/Master PFL input gain & program meters
- Independent Cue System (all channels)
- Split Cue function with Cue/Master pan knob
- High quality, high output Headphone Amp
- 45mm Channel & Cross Faders
- Independent 3-Band Channel EQ w/Kills (High-Mid-Low)
- 1/4 TRS Balanced & RCA unbalanced master outputs
- 1/4-inch TRS Mic Input
- Mic Ducking attenuation
- Various Utility presets to customize user settings
- MIDI Mappable control surface (Faders, knobs and buttons) for other DJ applications
- Firmware upgradable over USB
- Kensington lock terminal to prevent theft
- AC adaptor powered

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (1 ratings)
Submitted February 9, 2014 by Benjamin D in Tallahassee, FL

"Amazing all in 1 product!"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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I'm in love with this product simple plug and play use. Amazing integration with Traktor pro 2. Just an amazing product!

Musical Background:

Large club dj

Musical Style:

EDM
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