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The Akai APC40 MKII is a dedicated controller for Ableton Live that features automatically mapped controls for easy out-of-the-box performance. A grid of 40 RGB-lit buttons for clip launching plus faders and encoders for controlling eight channels and the master give you complete control over your arrangement and mix. A bank of eight encoders for macro control let you manipulate effects and instruments as well. The Akai APC40 MKII improves on almost every aspect of the APC40 MKI, packing everything you need for next level Ableton performances into a controller you can fit in your backpack.

Pioneer reimagines the digital DJ workhorse as a multiformat player with the CDJ-900NXS. Like its predecessor, the CDJ-900, the CDJ-900MNXS allows DJs to search for and play music from a variety of storage devices—CD, hard drive, and USB memory. It also accepts a variety of formats, including mp3, AAC, WAV, and AIFF. What sets the CDJ900MNXS apart from its predecessor is a full color, high resolution LCD screen, Beat Divide, four-deck Beat Sync, and the option of playing sets from a smartphone. Its a player truly built for the digital age.

Have tons of effects and sampling power at your fingertips with the Korg Kaoss Pad 3 KP3. With an intuitive touchpad and screen, you can launch samples and playbacks or add effects processing in real time. The KP3's tempo functions make it easy to beat-match, with accuracy of up to .1 of a BPM. MIDI control and a USB connection make the Korg Kaoss Pad 3 incredibly versatile and easy to use on the fly.

The Pioneer CDJ-2000NXS2 Nexus Pro-DJ Multi Player combines the best features of its predecessor with tailor-made alterations and improvements to offer one of the best DJ'ing experiences on the market. Crafted with an even larger, multi-color touch screen and QWERTY keyboard for easily finding what you need when you need it. Like the previous model, the CDJ-2000NXS2 still offers the same full MIDI control and support for ALAC, AAC, AIFF, FLAC, MP3, WAV for total control over your musical domain.

Bringing together four analog channels, multiple control parameters like volume faders and lo/hi cut filters, and sync functionality for total rig control, the Korg Volca Mix 4-Channel Performance Mixer is the perfect unifier to turn your favorite grooveboxes into a formidable command center. Designed for streamlined performance, the two mono and one stereo inputs are ideal for connecting your favorite Volcas along with a dynamic range compressor to finely tweak your mix. A staple player for any fan of the Volca series.

The APC40 from Akai was the first dedicated Ableton controller built in conjunction with the software company. It features a grid for launching clips and a mixing interface allowing you to mix eight tracks while controlling the master volume and cue mix. Two banks of eight encoders give you control over macros, effects, instruments and sends depending on what mode you're in. Controls for navigation and transport make performing Ableton Sets a completely hands-free affair. Supplanted by the more compact APC40 mkII and Ableton's new Push series, the APC40 is nonetheless and excellent performance tool for Ableton users looking for an affordable MIDI controller with out-of-the-box mapping.

Native Instrument's Traktor Kontrol X1 is a compact, full featured DJ controller that provides hands-on parameter tweaking for two decks in Traktor Pro software. From track position and syncing to browsing, cueing and effects, the X1 gives you the power to quickly and easily manage your set. Whether paired with other units from NI's Traktor Kontrol family or running standalone with a mixer, the X1 lets you push the boundaries of modern DJ performance.

The Pioneer CDJ-2000 Nexus Professional Media Player launches one of the company's flagship products into the future with updates that make playing a gig easier than ever. In addition to the onboard rekordbox cataloging software and functionality with audio formats from MP3 to AIFF, this new iteration sports new Slip and Quantize modes and added WiFi or USB connectivity for staying locked on the beat wherever you are.

Bringing together a high-torque, direct-drive design that gets up to speed and stabilized in .3 seconds and intuitive layout that gets you up to speed in no time, the Pioneer PLX-1000 Professional Turntable offers working DJs a seamless turntable experience.

• Motor: Quartz lock servo direct-drive


• Platter: Aluminum


• Arm: S-type


• Other Features: Two RCA analog outputs, tempo control with three settings, high-density zinc body with 8mm resin base

The DJM-900NXS Nexus 4-Channel DJ Mixer is built on Pioneer’s first 64-bit mixing processor. This means the mixer’s sound is full of nuance and precision, from fine-tuned EQ to the fader and FX controls. The DJM-900NXS’s FX section is formidable, with Sweep, Filter, Crush, Dub Echo, Noise and Space available on each channel. The mixer also comes with independent Send/Return ports, 4 phone inputs, and 2 USB ports, making it a really flexible modern mixer.

The Native Instruments MASCHINE JAM streamlines the electronic music creation process with an interface that allows seamless transition from idea to reality in a snap. On the hardware front, production and sequencing is lightning fast with an 8x8 multicolor click pad capable of playing chords and melodies along with eight dynamic LED guided strips for minute sound shaping. Able to import your favorite sounds and samples, the JAM also come with a full complement of preloaded MASCHINE software so you can hit the ground running.

The Pioneer CDJ-2000 Professional Multi Media Player tackles the multi-headed conundrum of a DJ performance with an all-in-one command center tailor-made to streamline your gig. Capable of handling playback from MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF files, the CDJ-2000's onboard rekordbox software creates instant catalogs of your sounds and songs for easy callback and selection through an easily readable LCD display.

The Pioneer DDJ SX 2 is a four channel DJ controller and mixer for Serato with professional build quality and a host of future forward features. Large high-resolution jog wheels with cue point displays are onboard for each deck, with eight RGB-lit sample pads below each for triggering effects, clips and cue points. Integrated support for Serato Flip, the exclusive Slip Mode and DVS inputs give you flexibility for expanding your style in any direction. A variety of RCA, line and XLR inputs and outputs let you set up the DDJ SX to suit any professional environment, whether you're mixing directly with Serato, incorporating CDJs or scratching with turntables.

The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S8 is a highly capable four deck all-in-one DJ controller and audio interface for Traktor Pro 2. Combined with a laptop, the S8 is capable of mixing four virtual decks, with four part Stems control over each. Banks of eight RGB-lit, velocity-sensitive pads give you dynamic control over cue points and Remix Decks to blur the line between DJing and production.

The Pioneer DDJ SB2 is a compact high performance controller for Serato DJ. It offers controls for four decks, with a dual platter setup and two channel mixer. Built-in input trim, filter modes and metering allow you to mix with precision, while 16 velocity sensitive pads let you trigger samples, juggle cue points and remix on the fly. If you're looking for an affordable DJ controller for Serato, the Pioneer SB2 is definitely worth your consideration.

The Kaoss Pad Mini shares the same features as the original Kaoss Pad, housed in a more compact chassis.

Years of production: ca. 2001

The Kaoss Pad 2 expands on the original with improved tracking functionality and a wider range of effects.

Years of production: 2004-2006

Native Instruments' Traktor Kontrol Z1 is a compact DJ mixer and controller that is equally at home with Traktor Pro 2 on a laptop or Traktor DJ for iOS. Featuring a 2-channel mixer and knobs for tweaking effects, equalizers and macro controls, the Z1 gives you hands-on control over the core parameters needed to rock the dance floor.

The Akai APC20 is a compact version of the APC40 MKI which eschews its big brother's encoder banks to focus on the faders and clip launching grid. Essentially an eight channel DJ controller purpose built for Ableton Live, if your goals are basic set control and mixing the APC20 is an excellent premapped solution that is both portable and affordable.