2 nieuwe producten van Numark, de Stealth Control en de DDS

Geschreven door Reind Dooyeweerd donderdag, 15 januari 2009 23:02

Nieuw kunnen we ze niet echt noemen de producten van Numark, de Stealth Control is namelijk niets anders dan een Omni Control welke een likje andere verf heeft gehad (ik had liever 14 bit faders gezien e.d.) en de DDS is niets anders dan een DDS80 maar dan zonder de drive unit. De DDS is echter een product waarvan ik wel weer blij word, ik vond het namelijk nogal zonde dat Numark de d2 Director er uit had geknikkerd. Nu is er de gewone DDS, een opgewaardeerde d2 Director dus nog leuker.

Numark DDS
Perfect for mobile DJs who want to locate their music instantly and playback from a variety of media sources, DDS applies familiar CD-player style controls to a wide range of media for today… and tomorrow. DDS is a rack-mount multi-media control deck for use with hard drives, CD/DVD drives, thumb drives, iPods, and card readers. You can quickly and easily access any track in your library or any connected device because DDS gives you fast track access with text search using the click knob or the included keyboard.

See it on screen
Simplify your performances with Numark's exclusive Crate system on DDS' large, high-definition, backlit color screen. Crate allows you to prepare set lists in advance, on the fly, or a mixture of both. You work with Crate the same way you’d work with records or CDs, picking tracks and queuing them up to Deck A or Deck B. Profile View functionality enables you to see the track's waveform in color for fast, visual cueing. You can spend less time in headphones and more time entertaining.

Future proof connectivity
DDS has convenient USB ports that enable you to connect most any USB device for flexible compatibility with many media formats. You can play, mix, and scratch CD audio with a connected drive as well as MP3, WAV, and AAC (unprotected) files from hard drives, thumb drives, data CDs, SD cards, and iPods. Three USB ports give DDS wide-ranging connection options that are ever further expandable using standard USB hubs. Once connected, you can play two tracks simultaneously, including two songs from the same iPod.

DDS can also help you transition from CD to hard drive. You can rip your music from CD straight to hard drive, even while it’s playing. And if you’re not ready to make the move to hard drive as you main performance medium, you can create the security of a backup while you perform.

You're in the drivers seat
Control your music with a wide range of powerful controls. Beatkeeper™ technology helps you achieve effortless perfect beat mixing every time. It has a visual display that assists you in aligning and matching tempos and beats for less time in cans. And if you prefer a more manual approach, DDS’ tap tempo button will appeal to you.

You can pitch-shift any track over an extremely wide range from -100% up to +25%. While pitch shifting, engage Key Lock and be able to alter pitch and key independently of each other. DDS also gives you seamless looping and stuttering for effortless integration.

Get it fast
The most difficult part of dealing with some mass-storage DJ systems is finding the track you want quickly. DDS solves this problem in two ways. Its click knob enables you to quickly search by artist or track name. And if you need even faster access, DDS comes with a USB keyboard so you can simply begin typing. You’ll have your track in no time.

DDS has the transport controls you’re used to, and connects you to a whole new world of media. It has the feel and intuitive operation of a CD player, the high-tech power of a high-definition color screen and USB connectivity, and the promise that no matter where new media goes, you’re covered.

Key features:

• Traditional dual-deck performance in rack-mount configuration
• Large, high-definition color display for easy view of Crate and Profile View
• Exclusive Crate system for intuitive, fast music management before and during the show
• Play from two devices simultaneously, including two songs from the same iPod
• Three USB ports for connecting iPods, CD/DVD, thumb, and hard drives
• USB inputs expandable using standard USB hub (not included)
• Scratch MP3, WAV, AAC (unprotected) files, and CD audio (requires connected drive)
• Rip your music from CD to hard drive
• Massive pitch-control range: -100% – +25%
• Key Lock for independent manipulation of tempo and key
• Beatkeeper™ technology for perfect beat mixing
• Seamless looping and stuttering
• Text search with letter-pick scrolling makes locating tracks fast
• Included USB keyboard enables easy searching for songs and artists and system navigation

Numark Stealth Contro, slick sleek control
Stealth Control is professional DJ performance in a sleek, heavy-duty metal chassis. Whether you're working a club or remixing in the studio, Stealth Control is your fingers' best friend. You'll spend less time with your keyboard and trackpad, and more time focused on the music.

Preciese controls
We designed Stealth Control around our other popular control decks, such as Total Control and OMNI CONTROL. Its intuitive layout mirrors traditional "two decks and a mixer" setups, so if you play on turntables or CD players, you'll immediately feel at home on Stealth Control .

High end feel
All of Stealth Control 's knobs, faders, and buttons feature pinpoint performance because you need professional stability. You'll feel the difference immediately with one button press, fader touch, or knob turn. Stealth Control is housed in a rugged and heavyweight metal casing. That means it's built like a tank for years of gigs and transports, and its weight ensures that Stealth Control stays put on virtually any surface.

Software suite included
Just like the heft of Stealth Control , there’s nothing lightweight about the included DJ software suite. You get two high-octane programs: Native Instruments Traktor LE 3 and MixMeister Fusion Live. Traktor LE is one of the most popular double-deck DJ applications on the market. It gives you all the capabilities you need to mix with your library. MixMeister Fusion Live is a completely radical approach to creative DJ performance software. It takes many of the technical tasks such as beat matching out of your hands, enabling you to focus on the production of your performance. Stealth Control 's software suite gives you all the tools you need to keep the party going all night long.

Easy setup
Stealth Control  connects to your Mac or PC using just a single USB cable for data and power. It's plug-and-play, so you don't need to install any drivers to make the connection.

Good lookin'
Let's face it. Most DJ gear isn't all that sexy. That changes with Stealth Control. Finished in Black Slate Metallic, Stealth Control is, quite possibly, the best looking DJ deck on the planet.

Key features:

• Plug-and-play USB connection, requires no AC adapter
• Heavy, professional feel for high-energy performance
• Rugged, stiff, rubberized knobs
• Black Slate Metallic finish
• Includes Native Instruments Traktor LE 3 mixing software
• Includes MixMeister Fusion Live performance-production software
• Kensington security slot prevents theft