DJ44 – Traktor Pro and Ableton Controller by Faderfox

Faderfox has released the DJ44, new controller that can be used with Traktor Pro and Ableton Live. DJ44 is a solid travel-controller for mobile DJs.

The DJ44 is the first member of a new line called SOLID CONTROL.

The device is packed in a covered aluminum case with massive aluminum face-plate and high quality controls.

You will find all necessary controls to mix perfectly with two decks using the internal software mixer and effects of Traktor Pro. The compact size makes it possible to play everywhere you want.

Unpacking the unit is very easy by simply clicking and removing the cover.

Extra large keys with a nice tactile feeling, pots and encoders with rubber knobs and a lot of LEDs and two displays give you an absolutely ergonomic instrument to rock the dancefloor. Last but not least the unit is also a good companion for Ableton Live if that is your prefered DJ software.

Features

• Special controller for DJ software (optimised for Native Instruments Traktor Pro)
• Setup files for Traktor Pro/Duo 2 and Ableton Live are shipped with the controller
• USB interface with bus powering- class compliant / no driver necessary
• Controls up to four decks – easy switching between deck A-C and B-D on the fly
• Complete mixer control with EQs, faders, gain, pan, filter, FX assign, kill and monitor keys
• Center spreaded scale for filter pot for better control feeling (Traktor)
• Double command filter pot for simultaneous control of two filters [bipolar filter] (Ableton Live)
• Shifted center position for perfect control of the EQ three [0dB = center pos] (Ableton Live)
• Global section with browser / tree encoders, load buttons and pots for main / monitor / mix levels
• Two FX sections with each 4 pots and 4 keys switchable to 4 FX slots
• Tempo control by pitch encoders and sync keys (Traktor)
• Loop sections with encoders, keys and 2-digit-displays
• 21 extra large buttons for hotcue access and transport functions
• All controls with double functions by holding down the shift button
• LED bars with 8 segments for different level and position indications
• 4 internal setups with various programmable functions
• Upgradable firmware by simple Sysex-dump
• Very compact and solid design in a silver metal casing (size 290x220x55 mm, weight 1.6 kg)

System requirements

• PC or Mac with a free USB port (1.0 or higher) or any USB hub
• Traktor Pro/Duo 2 (as of version 2.64) or Ableton Live (as of version 8.41 or 9.06) or any other software which allows user assignments of continuous parameters (CC) and note commands

You can buy the DJ44 controller for about 499 Euro (incl. VAT) Check at your local dealer.