djjon76
Hi all. New user here.
I have a question to ask about setting up VDJ.
currently I have the trial version, so want to make sure this will work before I take the plunge:-)
I have two Denon S3500's, and normal DJ mixer (no midi). I have the timecoded CD's. I can use the Cd's to control MP3's (and video) in VDJ no worries. But I want to start to be able to use it for video with the transitions as well. Now to do this I'm guessing I need some like the Total control unit and the Numark sound card (or similar).
What I also want to be able to do, is play normal CD's on the Denons, without using VDJ. As I don't as yet, have all my music on the laptop.
Am I asking the right questions or barking up the wrong tree?
Thanks all
I have a question to ask about setting up VDJ.
currently I have the trial version, so want to make sure this will work before I take the plunge:-)
I have two Denon S3500's, and normal DJ mixer (no midi). I have the timecoded CD's. I can use the Cd's to control MP3's (and video) in VDJ no worries. But I want to start to be able to use it for video with the transitions as well. Now to do this I'm guessing I need some like the Total control unit and the Numark sound card (or similar).
What I also want to be able to do, is play normal CD's on the Denons, without using VDJ. As I don't as yet, have all my music on the laptop.
Am I asking the right questions or barking up the wrong tree?
Thanks all
Posted Sat 12 Apr 08 @ 9:54 pm
DJ-ALF
There was a Bypass option in Timecode settings for ordinary CD's, was removed in some version due some problems, not sure is it back now, will check and report back.
Posted Sun 13 Apr 08 @ 10:22 am
dtweed76
I have a somewhats similar set and let me give you the breakdown. I have the Denon S3000 and DNX100 mixer.
First off you will need an ASIO sound card for time code. I started off with the Hercules MK2 which is good for bedroom DJ'ing but dont take it in the club. A cheaper option would be a used Maya 44USB ($100). However the perfect option would be a Torq conectiv or other respectable ASIO card. I personally have the Conectiv one and it works perfect for scratching and sound quality. Plus it comes with software that you can use as a back up in case you get tired of VDJ all the time. FYI - the conective card also has a bypass feature so you can play regular CDs. The MK2 bypass feature is crappy (atleast with my S3000)
The second part is the video control. When video mixer A regular DJ mixer will the audio portion but it wont cross over the video portion. With this you will need a midi controller such as the M-Audio X-Session pro. You will be able to crossfade the video and audio simutaneously however If you are a scratch DJ I dont know how capable it functions on that level. In addition you will still have to use ur regular mixer when playing regular CDs
If you are trying to get a sound mixer (not midi) that controls audio and video like the Rane TTM57 then you will have to do some more research as I have not looked that far.
First off you will need an ASIO sound card for time code. I started off with the Hercules MK2 which is good for bedroom DJ'ing but dont take it in the club. A cheaper option would be a used Maya 44USB ($100). However the perfect option would be a Torq conectiv or other respectable ASIO card. I personally have the Conectiv one and it works perfect for scratching and sound quality. Plus it comes with software that you can use as a back up in case you get tired of VDJ all the time. FYI - the conective card also has a bypass feature so you can play regular CDs. The MK2 bypass feature is crappy (atleast with my S3000)
The second part is the video control. When video mixer A regular DJ mixer will the audio portion but it wont cross over the video portion. With this you will need a midi controller such as the M-Audio X-Session pro. You will be able to crossfade the video and audio simutaneously however If you are a scratch DJ I dont know how capable it functions on that level. In addition you will still have to use ur regular mixer when playing regular CDs
If you are trying to get a sound mixer (not midi) that controls audio and video like the Rane TTM57 then you will have to do some more research as I have not looked that far.
Posted Sun 13 Apr 08 @ 12:08 pm
djjon76
Thanks dtweed76.
Another question if I may:-)
If I got something like the torq connectiv and that exponent controller (or similar like a BCD3000), can the controller be mapped to VDJ? Will the controller then enable me to use the internal transitions etc for the video?
You say the connectiv has a bypass feature, or is that actually in the software?
Thanks again
Another question if I may:-)
If I got something like the torq connectiv and that exponent controller (or similar like a BCD3000), can the controller be mapped to VDJ? Will the controller then enable me to use the internal transitions etc for the video?
You say the connectiv has a bypass feature, or is that actually in the software?
Thanks again
Posted Mon 14 Apr 08 @ 6:50 am
DJ-ALF
You can use any controller to map MIDI to control video or audio.
Posted Mon 14 Apr 08 @ 7:46 am
dtweed76
Thanks dtweed76.
Another question if I may:-)
If I got something like the torq connectiv and that exponent controller (or similar like a BCD3000), can the controller be mapped to VDJ? Will the controller then enable me to use the internal transitions etc for the video?
You say the connectiv has a bypass feature, or is that actually in the software?
Thanks again
(note to admins: why doesnt these threads have a reply with quote so i dont have to copy and paste the questions?)
The controller can be mapped to midi. I've done this with a Trigger Finger and also with Mixman MK2. I'm not at home right now to see how the lay out is for VDJ but when I get home I will confirm if you can use the controller for video transitons as well.
The conective has 2 volume control knobs on the top that function as a bypass switch. Just note that the conectiv must be either plugged into a laptop or a power supply to work.
Another question if I may:-)
If I got something like the torq connectiv and that exponent controller (or similar like a BCD3000), can the controller be mapped to VDJ? Will the controller then enable me to use the internal transitions etc for the video?
You say the connectiv has a bypass feature, or is that actually in the software?
Thanks again
(note to admins: why doesnt these threads have a reply with quote so i dont have to copy and paste the questions?)
The controller can be mapped to midi. I've done this with a Trigger Finger and also with Mixman MK2. I'm not at home right now to see how the lay out is for VDJ but when I get home I will confirm if you can use the controller for video transitons as well.
The conective has 2 volume control knobs on the top that function as a bypass switch. Just note that the conectiv must be either plugged into a laptop or a power supply to work.
Posted Mon 14 Apr 08 @ 3:02 pm
spinnaJ
Hi dtweed u need to enable ur BB code message format. Then u will a small werd "quote" at ur right hand top of the windows ur post. Click on it n u have it;)
Look here.
Look here.
Posted Mon 14 Apr 08 @ 3:10 pm
dtweed76
Thanks Spinna... i never knew what that was for.
DJjon76 - As for the Video Transitions they can be midi mapped. Let me know if you need anything else I will be happy to test it out for you since I have all the components at hand already.
DJjon76 - As for the Video Transitions they can be midi mapped. Let me know if you need anything else I will be happy to test it out for you since I have all the components at hand already.
Posted Tue 15 Apr 08 @ 8:57 am