Vestax CDX-05

"As technology has progressed dj’s have embraced new formats whilst continuing to utilise the existing, and much loved, vinyl. However, the sound of digital media is often very different from the traditional analogue sound, making the transition between formats very noticeable. The new CDX-05 features a unique vinyl filter mode, which cleverly adjusts the eq settings to give the digital sound the warmth of vinyl. Now mixing between cd (mp3) tracks and vinyl tracks is even easier.

The CDX-05 also has an amazing array of features designed for dj use. Total pitch adjustment, up to +/- 100%, allows any tracks and styles to be mixed, and with a high quality master tempo function the sound quality does not deteriorate, even at the pitch extremes. MP3 data can be read as can cd-rw, discs for convenient use of home made recordings. Seamless loops can be created, with a separate 8-second sampler and multiple beatsyncable effects, mixes can be made even more exciting and creative than ever. The added inclusion of the TT® accessory socket will also allow dj’s to control the basic cd functions via any turntable simply by adding the Tascam accessory wheel."

Specification

• Pitch control - +/-6/10/50/100 %
• Master Tempo
• CD-R/RW and MP3 data readable
• Built-in adjustable effects – Flanger/Delay/Filter
• Analogue (vinyl emulation) filter
• Seamless loop – with disc memory
• Sampler facility – maximum 8 seconds
• 3 hot cue points – with disc memory
• BPM counter with Beat sync for effects
• Brake (stop) adjustment
• TT®-in connection – connect to turntable with Tascam TT-M1
• Digital output – all functions
• Firmware updateable via cd-ROM – for future software improvements
• Clear LCD display – white on black for easy reading
• High quality, front loading slot mechanism
• Burr-Brown D/A converters and op-amps for highest possible sound quality
• External PSU

So it's sounds like a quality unit stuffed to the gills with features and the Tascam link makes it even better. The best is yet to come - estimated price will be £349 (excluding the TT-M1 @£69) and it's expected to be in stores in September.

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Koop dan maar een setje nieuwe ogen (het staat er zelfs een paar KEER in ;-).