Denon DJ DN-HC1000S - Anyone getting one?
I have been looking at this and was wondering how many other ScratchLive users were considering getting one?
I know this is little more than a convenient controller for the keyboard shortcuts, but I'm a gadget man so I think I will be picking one up.
I know this is little more than a convenient controller for the keyboard shortcuts, but I'm a gadget man so I think I will be picking one up.
At 1:07 PM 29 September 2009
EdT2000 wrote
I'm thinking about ditching the Trigger Finger for one of these
At 2:03 PM 29 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
I should say that I will be buying one as soon as I can to test it.
At 2:03 PM 29 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
I was thinking about that as well...but I am still a bit weary of the midi pages being unknown...where as on my Trigger Finger I have all the buttons right there.
At 3:45 PM 29 September 2009
VJ Justin Allen wrote
I mainly use my TF for cues and the sampler. I also have 2 pads and 2 knobs for loop rolls. The Denon unit will take care of the cues and loop roll. I still may add the new Akai LDP8 to handle the sampler so I can keep the pads on the denon unit for cues.
Trading 1 unit for 2 for hopefully smaller volume set-up and better control over midi functions.
I also run a nanoKontrol for video functions, and I am anxiously awaiting a dedicated controller for VSL. (Hopefully after a master FX slot is added)
Trading 1 unit for 2 for hopefully smaller volume set-up and better control over midi functions.
I also run a nanoKontrol for video functions, and I am anxiously awaiting a dedicated controller for VSL. (Hopefully after a master FX slot is added)
At 3:59 PM 29 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
I guess the other issue I have with that set-up is that they are both USB controlled vs midi controlled. That means a hub has to be used.
At 4:17 PM 29 September 2009
VJ Justin Allen wrote
I'm already using a hub for the TF and nano. No problems at all. Its a cooling pad too so double + bonus.
At 4:26 PM 29 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
Nick, being fromm Serato, have you had chance to test one of these yet?
At 1:44 PM 30 September 2009
EdT2000 wrote
I want one mostly for library searches and scrolling. I'm excited to test one to. Plus labeling my NanoKey with stickers is a bit ghetto.
At 4:42 PM 30 September 2009
Cyberia wrote
Denon or someone should follow this up with a VSL controller. The nano is great, but I am ready for something more solid and accurate.
At 6:07 PM 30 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
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The nano is great, but I am ready for something more solid and accurate.Yeah!!!
Something that will last longer than a month.
My NanoPad broke down really fast.
At 8:46 PM 30 September 2009
DJ Unique wrote
ouch. i keep mine in the og box in my backpack.
At 8:53 PM 30 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
My fuckin nanopad died after a few months too. Piece of shit!!! No I didn't keep it in the box, just threw it in my bag (no fabo) but they need to make the shit more sturdy than that. Plus I don't think throwing it in the bag (no fabo) would be enough to make the pads work like shit and trigger on their own.
Hopefully Denon makes a more quality product that justifies the steep price tag. (because personally I don't think a controller like this should cost more than $100)
Hopefully Denon makes a more quality product that justifies the steep price tag. (because personally I don't think a controller like this should cost more than $100)
At 9:23 PM 30 September 2009
Steve Dub. wrote
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Nick, being fromm Serato, have you had chance to test one of these yet?Yeah I have actually. First thing I noticed is how solid it feels. The build quality is great. I have seen a few people say that the weight is a bad point, but for me its the opposite. You can really smash the sh** out of the buttons and it doesn't move around on the table at all. (the Nanos are too flimsy for me.)
At 9:36 PM 30 September 2009
that is exactly what I was hoping to hear.
I am also looking forward to having labeled controls instead of trying to remember all my assignments.
I am also looking forward to having labeled controls instead of trying to remember all my assignments.
At 9:38 PM 30 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
Is there a way to kind of bridge it between 2 decks? I don't see any side view pics to notice if there's any lip edges on the sides.
At 10:06 PM 30 September 2009
FunkyRob wrote
I've been thinking of modding an l-stand so this is angled right behind the mixer (above the wires) kind of like the display on the new CDJs
At 10:08 PM 30 September 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
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that is exactly what I was hoping to hear.I am also looking forward to having labeled controls instead of trying to remember all my assignments.
Same here, I came close to taking a sharpie to my nanopad at one point lol.
Or I would forget what bank I was in and instead of hitting a loop, I hit a sample, or vice versa.
At 10:38 PM 30 September 2009
Steve Dub. wrote
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Is there a way to kind of bridge it between 2 decks? I don't see any side view pics to notice if there's any lip edges on the sides.That's something that I am really interested in as well.
At 2:03 AM 1 October 2009
Logisticalstyles wrote
I am getting one. And now that 1.9.2 can have 24 samples, I will use my nanopad primarily for samples.
At 4:14 AM 1 October 2009
RogerRabbit wrote
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Is there a way to kind of bridge it between 2 decks? I don't see any side view pics to notice if there's any lip edges on the sides.I dont think there are any lips on the edges from what I have seen, but really frustratingly the mini-USB connector port is on the side rather than the back.
Check the picture from Skratchworx here:
www.skratchworx.com
At 4:14 PM 1 October 2009
EdT2000 wrote
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Is there a way to kind of bridge it between 2 decks? I don't see any side view pics to notice if there's any lip edges on the sides.I dont think there are any lips on the edges from what I have seen, but really frustratingly the mini-USB connector port is on the side rather than the back.
Check the picture from Skratchworx here:
www.skratchworx.com
Sorry, just found these official pictures showing the controller from all angles!
www.skratchworx.com
At 4:17 PM 1 October 2009
EdT2000 wrote
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that is exactly what I was hoping to hear.I am also looking forward to having labeled controls instead of trying to remember all my assignments.
Same here, I came close to taking a sharpie to my nanopad at one point lol.
Or I would forget what bank I was in and instead of hitting a loop, I hit a sample, or vice versa.
I took like an hr and a half to use a label maker, and Print and cut tiny labels for what I assinged each control to. I did it for my Non-Key, and then I did it again for my Nano-Kontrol. I thought the control would work better. It was fine intil 2 days ago...the buttons started to stick, or not work at all. This Denon one looks like the answer.
At 4:23 PM 1 October 2009
scotty B wrote
I will have one in my hot hands next week, as i getting it from a Denon Rep.
At 12:19 AM 22 October 2009
DJ Dollar wrote
I have made my pre order at 17/09 at HTFR.They only receive the dn-hc at 16/11.I'm on fire...
At 1:26 PM 28 October 2009
Dj Eurico Lisboa wrote
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It feels really solid and is very responsiveAt 5:49 PM 28 October 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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It feels really solid and is very responsiveAt 6:54 PM 28 October 2009
DJ'Que wrote
At 9:33 PM 28 October 2009
lee2483 wrote
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At 10:22 PM 28 October 2009
Sol*los wrote
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I couldnt finnish watching these....the music's too horrible
The vids still show what the product is capable of... so that's all that matters..
At 11:16 PM 29 October 2009
RogerRabbit wrote
I really would love to see someone make an adapter plate to stick behind a mixer or attach this to an uber stand. Placement of my nano is the thing I hate the most. That being said, I'll have one soon.
At 2:12 PM 30 October 2009
Justin Styles wrote
Ive been working on something - but dont have time/money
At 2:15 PM 30 October 2009
AKIEM wrote
just a matter of time. Pssl would be shipping them out. Or for pickup. I'm picking mines up. The can fit on the tray on the laptop stand might have to do a little mod to angle it.
At 3:54 PM 30 October 2009
DJ'Que wrote
At 2:29 AM 31 October 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
At 3:12 AM 31 October 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
its bomb better get it asap. I bullshit you guy and guys not. I'm learning as I go and its easy cuz its the sameas the keyboard. Just remember to use shift to skip over.
At 3:56 AM 31 October 2009
DJ'Que wrote
do u have to program the midi layout on the controller or the buttons already do what they are marked to do?
At 3:59 AM 31 October 2009
BERTO wrote
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do u have to program the midi layout on the controller or the buttons already do what they are marked to do?Nope its pre-mapped using 1.9.2
At 4:16 PM 31 October 2009
Dj Ace wrote
instruction manual is very sparse.
any info on
-video functions
-switching sampler banks
-whats on midi channel 2?
any info on
-video functions
-switching sampler banks
-whats on midi channel 2?
At 5:34 PM 31 October 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
the second midi channel is user programable...you have to set it up in SSL if you want it to control video functions...Also you can trigger sample banks by holding the load button and pressing for example the 'SAMP-1' to play what is loaded into the the first bank etc
At 5:55 PM 31 October 2009
Dj Ace wrote
The way i use since i own a 57...is to leave my 57 on the video group (xcept to use an occassion effect in group 6) and use the Denon to control EVERYTHING else!
At 5:57 PM 31 October 2009
Dj Ace wrote
I do not plan on buying one of these. However, I was wondering what type of applications people were going to use these for? Like, are people going to replace their turntables for these mobile gigs or something? Or is this going to be more of just a specialized midi keyboard? Just wondering where everybody's head is at on this one.
At 6:03 PM 31 October 2009
DJS/R wrote
supplement to the decks only
replacement to trigger finger
replacement to trigger finger
At 6:21 PM 31 October 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
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I do not plan on buying one of these. However, I was wondering what type of applications people were going to use these for? Like, are people going to replace their turntables for these mobile gigs or something? Or is this going to be more of just a specialized midi keyboard? Just wondering where everybody's head is at on this one.At 7:38 PM 31 October 2009
DJ'Que wrote
It's interesting. Seems like with a few more features and sliders it could have replaced decks.
At 8:54 PM 1 November 2009
VJ Justin Allen wrote
yeah. I'm looking for a case for it now. Something to put it in to cover it up.
At 10:26 PM 1 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
Sweet! ...just got confirmation from pssl.com that mine will be shipping today. My only wish is that the thing had a dedicated "Instant Double" button, but oh well. I'm thinking maybe I can re-map one of the tempo buttons, but we'll see.
At 4:37 PM 2 November 2009
jblomquist wrote
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Sweet! ...just got confirmation from pssl.com that mine will be shipping today. My only wish is that the thing had a dedicated "Instant Double" button, but oh well. I'm thinking maybe I can re-map one of the tempo buttons, but we'll see.At 5:23 PM 2 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
I like to spin with one deck in Int mode when mixing. I don't seem to see a dedicated play button. I hope you can reprogram the buttons.... I would use the Tap button as it isn't really needed. Unless there are effects coming soon????
At 6:06 PM 2 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
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I like to spin with one deck in Int mode when mixing. I don't seem to see a dedicated play button. I hope you can reprogram the buttons.... I would use the Tap button as it isn't really needed. Unless there are effects coming soon????At 6:18 PM 2 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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Sweet! ...just got confirmation from pssl.com that mine will be shipping today. My only wish is that the thing had a dedicated "Instant Double" button, but oh well. I'm thinking maybe I can re-map one of the tempo buttons, but we'll see.that's great! thanks for the insight Que!
At 6:27 PM 2 November 2009
jblomquist wrote
When you reprogram a button, I hope it stays set and doesn't revert to it's original settings when restarting the program. Any body know for sure?
At 6:49 PM 2 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
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When you reprogram a button, I hope it stays set and doesn't revert to it's original settings when restarting the program. Any body know for sure?At 8:23 PM 2 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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it stays mapped.You mean the changes that you made stay on the main Midi page of the unit when started?
At 10:48 PM 2 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
not the main. You have to save it like you did with a mpd24 or trigger. And also the lights don't light up. But in 1.9.2 it does. Its just a setting or something. But I didn't remap mines my friend did and the lights didn't work. So he downloaded 1.9.2 and the started working. He was using 1.9.1 b4
At 8:00 PM 3 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
does this work with sl1??? stupid question but i dont fel like looking for it... (lazy)
At 8:17 PM 3 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
Ordered mine yesterday, will be nice to replace the mpd24 with a smaller unit.
At 9:07 PM 3 November 2009
WarpNote wrote
Especially considering the price, I think Denon did an excellent job with this.
I only wonder why the "tap" buttons were given such prominence, since I would think most SSL users are just using the automatically-calculated BPM's. Maybe that's a carry-over from some of their CD players with built-in BPM-based effects.
I'll probably wind up remapping those to the emergency "internal mode at zero pitch" function.
I only wonder why the "tap" buttons were given such prominence, since I would think most SSL users are just using the automatically-calculated BPM's. Maybe that's a carry-over from some of their CD players with built-in BPM-based effects.
I'll probably wind up remapping those to the emergency "internal mode at zero pitch" function.
At 9:08 PM 3 November 2009
DJMark wrote
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I'll probably wind up remapping those to the emergency "internal mode at zero pitch" function.
good idea, for the fuzz
At 9:13 PM 3 November 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
maybe serato can make some pre mapped. Cos my friend could get the lights to light up on his. But once he went to 1.9.2 they worked. In the manual it also say's to us 1.9.2 since its mapped. On mines I just used the preset in 1.9.2.
At 9:21 PM 3 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
Wondering if this will fit in front of my mixer on a battle bridge? Kinda looks like theres no where to put these damn things.
(goes off to design nextlevelness-mega-accessory you will all want for this thing)
(goes off to design nextlevelness-mega-accessory you will all want for this thing)
At 9:24 PM 3 November 2009
CMOS wrote
the only thing u have to worry about is that damn usb plug on the side... wack design on that part... what if u want to put it in a coffin... would have been nice to have one on top or bottom as well for multiple options... but for that price who can argue...
will buy as soon as i sell my og whites..
j/k hehe
will buy as soon as i sell my og whites..
j/k hehe
At 10:35 PM 3 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
it can fit in front of your mixer if you have room . Battle style. Or on your laptop stand in front of your mixer if your mixer is small enough. Like 13" the usb is not really a problem. When you put it in your mixer case if you can put brackets on it. Mines is like how my pic on the above post is. And its not in my way.
At 11:29 PM 3 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
Hey guys, check out all the "new" images and the literature sheet link below
www.denondj.com
Lit:
www.denondj.com
www.denondj.com
Lit:
www.denondj.com
At 7:00 PM 4 November 2009
DENON wrote
Gor: don't sleep you better get one. I had mine since friday. True plug and play. I'm messing with it now. I use it for everything. My keyboard did. Now I leave my 57 on group 5 to set the video effects and control the video. The korg aint got shit on this one by denon. I love this unit (no homo) you can also set cue on the fly.
At 11:55 PM 4 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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dammit i want onemeee tooo!!!
just need funds :(
At 5:37 AM 5 November 2009
Dj BuddyLove wrote
this just showed up. more gear to buy...
www.skratchworx.com
www.skratchworx.com
At 6:52 AM 5 November 2009
ABM wrote
I think the Denon controller makes a lot more sense than the NI product, for people using SSL.
Though it's interesting that NI felt it necessary to include explicit support for SSL.
Though it's interesting that NI felt it necessary to include explicit support for SSL.
At 7:04 AM 5 November 2009
DJMark wrote
^i likey.... i wonder if u could run that software it comes with on ur laptop and mix those two deks into the serato software.??? hmmmmmm
At 3:03 PM 5 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
Silvio, what happened to DenonDJForums.com ?
I can't even log on anymore.
Thanks for the images of the DN-HC1000S. I can already see a Denon ITCH controller. 2 Direct Drive Turntables, 4 Decks, 4 upfaders and effects. I will throw something together in photoshop.
I can't even log on anymore.
Thanks for the images of the DN-HC1000S. I can already see a Denon ITCH controller. 2 Direct Drive Turntables, 4 Decks, 4 upfaders and effects. I will throw something together in photoshop.
At 5:09 PM 5 November 2009
J.J. wrote
I for one will not be getting the NI product. It Probably has an Auto-Sync BPM button. I don't want to be anywhere around it.
At 5:43 PM 5 November 2009
DJS/R wrote
its all ready a post on this one. That's what I was talking about was the NI. And notice I said korg.
At 6:06 PM 5 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
better start selling those trigger fingers and mpd24 and get the denon. Use the denon to control everything and use the 57 for the video control.
At 6:09 PM 5 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
dub cowboy-don't mean to call you out but are you a girl?
At 7:37 PM 5 November 2009
mastermind wrote
I just picked a 1000 up, SICK!!! I love this thing so far, Nice and small and built very solid (No homo).
I did notice I had to delete earlier nanopad profiles because it was acting funny, I would hit auto loop on the left and the right deck would loop, Once I wped my midi profiles out the thing is perfect
I did notice I had to delete earlier nanopad profiles because it was acting funny, I would hit auto loop on the left and the right deck would loop, Once I wped my midi profiles out the thing is perfect
At 7:56 PM 5 November 2009
BriChi wrote
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nopewhy are you asking?
the bedazzled headphones!
At 7:58 PM 5 November 2009
mastermind wrote
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I did notice I had to delete earlier nanopad profiles because it was acting funny, I would hit auto loop on the left and the right deck would loop, Once I wped my midi profiles out the thing is perfectCongrats Brichi and thanks for that delete tip.
At 7:59 PM 5 November 2009
DENON wrote
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nopewhy are you asking?
the bedazzled headphones!
I think those were Sent to him via DJ'Que... It says that above.
At 7:59 PM 5 November 2009
DJS/R wrote
those are DJ'Que's pics
he couldn't post them from his phone so he emailed them to me and I put them up for him so you'll have to ask him.
he couldn't post them from his phone so he emailed them to me and I put them up for him so you'll have to ask him.
At 8:01 PM 5 November 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
yea those are my headphone's and nope I'm not a female. I just did that to get a crazy light effect when the lights are going in the club.
At 8:03 PM 5 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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Silvio, what happened to DenonDJForums.com ?I can't even log on anymore.
Thanks for the images of the DN-HC1000S. I can already see a Denon ITCH controller. 2 Direct Drive Turntables, 4 Decks, 4 upfaders and effects. I will throw something together in photoshop.
JJ, glad you like the new HC1000S images.
Mike just tweaked something, try again.
At 8:03 PM 5 November 2009
DENON wrote
Wow thats gangsta, people come here to find out why other forums are down. And dude got a response too.
At 8:06 PM 5 November 2009
CMOS wrote
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nopewhy are you asking?
the bedazzled headphones!
lol!!! i didnt want to ask.... but i saw them hoes too... lol who's claiming them cans???
At 8:10 PM 5 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
my question is: when more functions are added to serato, and others are changed or moved, etc...will the user be able to remap this accordingly...or will it be something that denon will have to put out in a firmware update...etc?
At 8:14 PM 5 November 2009
Millz wrote
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I did notice I had to delete earlier nanopad profiles because it was acting funny, I would hit auto loop on the left and the right deck would loop, Once I wped my midi profiles out the thing is perfectCongrats Brichi and thanks for that delete tip.
Thx Sil, No problem
At 8:28 PM 5 November 2009
BriChi wrote
I have a ?...why is there 2 different versions of this? if you check out www.pssl.com there are 2 diff models (same model number) (look @ the pics)...is one designed for ssl and one for another platform or wot?
At 12:32 AM 6 November 2009
Millz wrote
it changed a little bit in the design stage. I think the pic on the left is an early prototype.
At 12:38 AM 6 November 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
Correct Dub Cowboy. These things were added to the prototype: www.skratchworx.com
Things that were added/changed to the controller:
• Temp Reverse
• Loop Cut knob moved
• Key Lock/Unlock (using shift)
• Jump to current Loop (using shift)
• Load track to sampler
• Instant Doubles
• Pitch Bend keys
• Record (using Shift + Select Knob)
1) Is there a way to copy either deck to a sampler to continue playing? Currently, the only way to do it in SSL is to use the mouse to drag and drop the deck to the sampler?
2) Why is track skip in there? It seems like a accident waiting to happen. It should default to track forward/backwards.
3) Why hasn't Serato added the ability to Jump 4 or 8 bars (seamlessly) with track forwards/backwards. Every other DJ programs offers this basic feature. Scanning forward hurts my ears and you can't seamlessly jump through the track.
I wonder if you can change the default buttons for Scratch Live. For instance, I will never use TAP button because all my files have the BPM already set. So I could override it to do a 8-Bar loop. I can do this with the DN-HC4500 controller, so I'm assuming you can do the same thing with this controller. I know you can do Shift + Browse to open up another bank, but I'm talking about the default SSL map.
Things that were added/changed to the controller:
• Temp Reverse
• Loop Cut knob moved
• Key Lock/Unlock (using shift)
• Jump to current Loop (using shift)
• Load track to sampler
• Instant Doubles
• Pitch Bend keys
• Record (using Shift + Select Knob)
1) Is there a way to copy either deck to a sampler to continue playing? Currently, the only way to do it in SSL is to use the mouse to drag and drop the deck to the sampler?
2) Why is track skip in there? It seems like a accident waiting to happen. It should default to track forward/backwards.
3) Why hasn't Serato added the ability to Jump 4 or 8 bars (seamlessly) with track forwards/backwards. Every other DJ programs offers this basic feature. Scanning forward hurts my ears and you can't seamlessly jump through the track.
I wonder if you can change the default buttons for Scratch Live. For instance, I will never use TAP button because all my files have the BPM already set. So I could override it to do a 8-Bar loop. I can do this with the DN-HC4500 controller, so I'm assuming you can do the same thing with this controller. I know you can do Shift + Browse to open up another bank, but I'm talking about the default SSL map.
At 1:17 AM 6 November 2009
J.J. wrote
i am getting one, any one have a vid link of one in use? just curiousity i guess
At 2:21 AM 6 November 2009
eagsbfd wrote
At 2:57 AM 6 November 2009
BriChi wrote
I got the HC1000S up and running on 1.9.2 today.... I ran into the same issue Brichi did, though I had to figure out the problem and solution on my own.... i just barely got a link to this thread showing he had discovered the same fix..... archive the AUTO_SAVE.xml (in case you want to use your nanopad mappings again) and then delete the original. At that point, the HC1000S started working perfectly.
Still tinkering around with everyhing it can do, but digging it so far.... I *like* the heft of it and the Denon build quality.... no more chasing the lightweight nanopad all over the place.
Glad to see Denon and Serato finally collaborating on stuff (this subcontroller and HC5000 Itch controller).... hoping one day to have a natively-supported spinning platter Denon deck in my rig someday soon.... after all the heartache around not supporting the 3700's....
Still tinkering around with everyhing it can do, but digging it so far.... I *like* the heft of it and the Denon build quality.... no more chasing the lightweight nanopad all over the place.
Glad to see Denon and Serato finally collaborating on stuff (this subcontroller and HC5000 Itch controller).... hoping one day to have a natively-supported spinning platter Denon deck in my rig someday soon.... after all the heartache around not supporting the 3700's....
At 6:12 AM 8 November 2009
DJ Crazy Craig wrote
Got my DN-HC1000S yesterday from pssl.com and gave it a quick run through last night. My first impression was "I can't believe how small this thing is!", which immediately turned me against the unit. With the buttons being so small and close together, I'm certain that there will be misfires during a live set. I think Denon really dropped the ball on this by trying to minimize size and making buttons have dual functions. There is no reason that every function shouldn't have a dedicated button, instead of holding shift, etc. Maybe I'm jumping the gun on this, but I'm the type of person that feels that a product should "wow" you from the start, and that you should never feel like it's missing something.
I've been using an M-Audio Trigger Finger, and sometimes even my M-Audio Axiom25, and other than having to remember what is mapped where (I guess some stickers would help), they both have worked flawlessly. I think I'll be going back to one of those for now.
Anyone interested in a DN-HC1000S?
I have a friend that is an electrical engineer and a musician, and about a year ago I approached him with the idea of making a dedicated MIDI controller for Scratch Live. We recently went as far as to sketch out a layout, and began to purchase buttons, dials, etc. When I started seeing reports of the DN-H1000S surface, I thought we had been beaten to the punch. But now that I've actually used one, I think we will move forward with our prototype. Any input from DJs would be greatly appreciated. FYI, I want the width of the unit to be 10", and have rails so it can be hung like a TTM56 or 57SL. As for length, the final layout will provide the answer to that. My plan is to take this to Serato, and possibly have it be a branded product.
I've been using an M-Audio Trigger Finger, and sometimes even my M-Audio Axiom25, and other than having to remember what is mapped where (I guess some stickers would help), they both have worked flawlessly. I think I'll be going back to one of those for now.
Anyone interested in a DN-HC1000S?
I have a friend that is an electrical engineer and a musician, and about a year ago I approached him with the idea of making a dedicated MIDI controller for Scratch Live. We recently went as far as to sketch out a layout, and began to purchase buttons, dials, etc. When I started seeing reports of the DN-H1000S surface, I thought we had been beaten to the punch. But now that I've actually used one, I think we will move forward with our prototype. Any input from DJs would be greatly appreciated. FYI, I want the width of the unit to be 10", and have rails so it can be hung like a TTM56 or 57SL. As for length, the final layout will provide the answer to that. My plan is to take this to Serato, and possibly have it be a branded product.
At 3:08 PM 10 November 2009
jblomquist wrote
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Got my DN-HC1000S yesterday from pssl.com and gave it a quick run through last night. My first impression was "I can't believe how small this thing is!", which immediately turned me against the unit. With the buttons being so small and close together, I'm certain that there will be misfires during a live set. I think Denon really dropped the ball on this by trying to minimize size and making buttons have dual functions. There is no reason that every function shouldn't have a dedicated button, instead of holding shift, etc. Maybe I'm jumping the gun on this, but I'm the type of person that feels that a product should "wow" you from the start, and that you should never feel like it's missing something.I've been using an M-Audio Trigger Finger, and sometimes even my M-Audio Axiom25, and other than having to remember what is mapped where (I guess some stickers would help), they both have worked flawlessly. I think I'll be going back to one of those for now.
Anyone interested in a DN-HC1000S?
I have a friend that is an electrical engineer and a musician, and about a year ago I approached him with the idea of making a dedicated MIDI controller for Scratch Live. We recently went as far as to sketch out a layout, and began to purchase buttons, dials, etc. When I started seeing reports of the DN-H1000S surface, I thought we had been beaten to the punch. But now that I've actually used one, I think we will move forward with our prototype. Any input from DJs would be greatly appreciated. FYI, I want the width of the unit to be 10", and have rails so it can be hung like a TTM56 or 57SL. As for length, the final layout will provide the answer to that. My plan is to take this to Serato, and possibly have it be a branded product.
At 4:26 PM 10 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
@ jblomquist.
Sorry to hear you are not completely satisfied with this really cool device.
While I respect your opinion, I think the majority will feel otherwise.
Its well built, compact, portable to position anywhere, priced right and integrates perfectly with SSL. Give it another week, it will grow on you.
Sorry to hear you are not completely satisfied with this really cool device.
While I respect your opinion, I think the majority will feel otherwise.
Its well built, compact, portable to position anywhere, priced right and integrates perfectly with SSL. Give it another week, it will grow on you.
At 5:51 PM 10 November 2009
DENON wrote
Used it for a week and really like it. Anyone want a nanopad... The only thing I don't like is not being able to re-map the default MIDI layout. Is it going to be possible to remap them?
At 6:46 PM 10 November 2009
mle wrote
@DJ'QUE & @DENON:
you guys are probably right... sorry to come off so brash. I will use it at my next few gigs this week, then follow up. I agree, it is well built, and integrates very, very, well. At the end of the day, I just wish it was a little bigger.
you guys are probably right... sorry to come off so brash. I will use it at my next few gigs this week, then follow up. I agree, it is well built, and integrates very, very, well. At the end of the day, I just wish it was a little bigger.
At 7:07 PM 10 November 2009
jblomquist wrote
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@DJ'QUE & @DENON:At the end of the day, I just wish it was a little bigger.
es lo que ella dijo!! (transalation) that's what she said... :-)
At 7:10 PM 10 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
(no homo)
At the end of the day, I just wish it was a little bigger.
es lo que ella dijo!! (transalation) that's what she said... :-)
(no homo)
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@DJ'QUE & @DENON:At the end of the day, I just wish it was a little bigger.
es lo que ella dijo!! (transalation) that's what she said... :-)
At 7:12 PM 10 November 2009
FYC / CYFA wrote
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The only thing I don't like is not being able to re-map the default MIDI layout. Is it going to be possible to remap them?You can map anything you want on the other open 3 Midi pages.
At 8:01 PM 10 November 2009
DENON wrote
LOL@FYC / CYFA
wow... I left the door wide open with that one, didn't I?
wow... I left the door wide open with that one, didn't I?
At 8:07 PM 10 November 2009
jblomquist wrote
Do all of the lights on the buttons work on the second and third midi "pages" or presets?
At 9:08 PM 10 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
I know about the other 3 MIDI pages... But, I only want a couple of buttons changed on the default one. Lights didn't seem to work for the other pages but I didn't mess around with programming too long.
At 9:26 PM 10 November 2009
mle wrote
Correct, LED lights will not work on the other pages, because this support comes from Scratch Live.
At 11:33 PM 10 November 2009
DENON wrote
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Correct, LED lights will not work on the other pages, because this support comes from Scratch Live.any plans to make the main page programmable? Or is that a firmware setup. The lack of one button, play/pause and loosing the lights in the second page, may be a deal breaker for me... Are you saying that even if all of the presets were programmed the same on the second midi page that none of the lights would work?
At 12:19 AM 11 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
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Got my DN-HC1000S yesterday from pssl.com and gave it a quick run through last night. My first impression was "I can't believe how small this thing is!", which immediately turned me against the unit. With the buttons being so small and close together, I'm certain that there will be misfires during a live set. I think Denon really dropped the ball on this by trying to minimize size and making buttons have dual functions. There is no reason that every function shouldn't have a dedicated button, instead of holding shift, etc. Maybe I'm jumping the gun on this, but I'm the type of person that feels that a product should "wow" you from the start, and that you should never feel like it's missing something.I've been using an M-Audio Trigger Finger, and sometimes even my M-Audio Axiom25, and other than having to remember what is mapped where (I guess some stickers would help), they both have worked flawlessly. I think I'll be going back to one of those for now.
Anyone interested in a DN-HC1000S?
I have a friend that is an electrical engineer and a musician, and about a year ago I approached him with the idea of making a dedicated MIDI controller for Scratch Live. We recently went as far as to sketch out a layout, and began to purchase buttons, dials, etc. When I started seeing reports of the DN-H1000S surface, I thought we had been beaten to the punch. But now that I've actually used one, I think we will move forward with our prototype. Any input from DJs would be greatly appreciated. FYI, I want the width of the unit to be 10", and have rails so it can be hung like a TTM56 or 57SL. As for length, the final layout will provide the answer to that. My plan is to take this to Serato, and possibly have it be a branded product.
Make it so it can sit between the mixer and the turntable
At 12:55 AM 11 November 2009
mastermind wrote
@ Cyberia
It would be up to the Serato team to decide that.
It would be up to the Serato team to decide that.
At 1:00 AM 11 November 2009
DENON wrote
^^nice to know that denon actually reads this post!!!
At 1:05 AM 11 November 2009
mastermind wrote
I have been wanting to upgrade my MIDI controller. Right now im using a korg nano kontrol. I like that new midi that just came out for traktor because of where it sits in the DJ set up. I like the fact that it sits between the mixer and turntable.
At 1:09 AM 11 November 2009
mastermind wrote
I went to prosound after work but the guys in there are useless pieces of shit. Stood around for 15mins at the desk and got no help at all so I left. Kind of glad I left, the more I think about it, the more I really don't need one of these. It's just an impulse buy.
But yeah, pro sound will call is a JOKE.
But yeah, pro sound will call is a JOKE.
At 2:08 AM 11 November 2009
Steve Dub. wrote
Maybe Serato could offer presets for the other midi pages...like for video and the soon to be released effects!
At 3:52 AM 11 November 2009
Dj Ace wrote
Hush you're mouth Mr ace. ha ha what happened to you coming to get the video's. from me.
At 8:46 AM 11 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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I went to prosound after work but the guys in there are useless pieces of shit. Stood around for 15mins at the desk and got no help at all so I left. Kind of glad I left, the more I think about it, the more I really don't need one of these. It's just an impulse buy.But yeah, pro sound will call is a JOKE.
At 8:52 AM 11 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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Got my DN-HC1000S yesterday from pssl.com and gave it a quick run through last night. My first impression was "I can't believe how small this thing is!", which immediately turned me against the unit. With the buttons being so small and close together, I'm certain that there will be misfires during a live set. I think Denon really dropped the ball on this by trying to minimize size and making buttons have dual functions. There is no reason that every function shouldn't have a dedicated button, instead of holding shift, etc. Maybe I'm jumping the gun on this, but I'm the type of person that feels that a product should "wow" you from the start, and that you should never feel like it's missing something.I've been using an M-Audio Trigger Finger, and sometimes even my M-Audio Axiom25, and other than having to remember what is mapped where (I guess some stickers would help), they both have worked flawlessly. I think I'll be going back to one of those for now.
Anyone interested in a DN-HC1000S?
I have a friend that is an electrical engineer and a musician, and about a year ago I approached him with the idea of making a dedicated MIDI controller for Scratch Live. We recently went as far as to sketch out a layout, and began to purchase buttons, dials, etc. When I started seeing reports of the DN-H1000S surface, I thought we had been beaten to the punch. But now that I've actually used one, I think we will move forward with our prototype. Any input from DJs would be greatly appreciated. FYI, I want the width of the unit to be 10", and have rails so it can be hung like a TTM56 or 57SL. As for length, the final layout will provide the answer to that. My plan is to take this to Serato, and possibly have it be a branded product.
here is the one I made:
serato.com
I originally wanted to do some rotaries on it instead of that many joysticks
everything is small because I wanted to make the smallest piece of gear possible - and to match the ttm57
after the korg nanos - I havnt really continued with it
At 10:07 AM 11 November 2009
AKIEM wrote
I was going to buy this new Denon controller. 2 things have stopped me from buying it. First the ability to change the midi presets on page 1 and 2. The fact that I would have to do some metal fabrication to mount this thing. Come on Denon, you guys have the right idea, lets see you guys follow thru on a MK2 :)
At 5:39 PM 11 November 2009
Millz wrote
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I went to prosound after work but the guys in there are useless pieces of shit. Stood around for 15mins at the desk and got no help at all so I left. Kind of glad I left, the more I think about it, the more I really don't need one of these. It's just an impulse buy.But yeah, pro sound will call is a JOKE.
Yeah fuck pro-sound, I'll be going to GC like I always have. I prefer a place with good customer service. Not that GC is a lot better but it is a little better than pro sound.
At 6:21 PM 11 November 2009
Steve Dub. wrote
wow...i didn't even notice there was no play/pause button on this unit. guess i'll wait and see what the N.I. controller looks like with the SSL faceplate
At 9:55 PM 11 November 2009
C. William wrote
@ C. William
Play/Pause is a function of your DVS decks, CD/Vinyl.
Keep in mind that this is a sub controller to all the other essential SSL features which not available from your decks. (CD/Vinyl)
However, you can freely map play/pause (and others) from MIDI pages 2-4
I’ve done just that and it works great.
Play/Pause is a function of your DVS decks, CD/Vinyl.
Keep in mind that this is a sub controller to all the other essential SSL features which not available from your decks. (CD/Vinyl)
However, you can freely map play/pause (and others) from MIDI pages 2-4
I’ve done just that and it works great.
At 11:26 PM 11 November 2009
DENON wrote
gotcha. i'm interested in something to also function as a backup unit in the case of busted decks, forgotten needles, etc. still looks like a good unit though.
At 11:58 PM 11 November 2009
C. William wrote
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gotcha. i'm interested in something to also function as a backup unit in the case of busted decks, forgotten needles, etc. still looks like a good unit though.+1
When playing locations like these: www.flickr.com this makes a huuuge difference. Being able to keep my gloves on in such cold conditions a big plus. Winter is coming up and I'm lined up for a lot of events. I want to avoid dragging the MPD24 all over the mountain....
At 8:08 AM 12 November 2009
WarpNote wrote
At 6:58 PM 12 November 2009
eagsbfd wrote
all serato has to do is remap the tap for start and stop for internal mode. i would say. unless its go be for effects.
At 7:00 PM 12 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
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all serato has to do is remap the tap for start and stop for internal mode. i would say. unless its go be for effects.I agree. This would get me to buy one.
At 10:34 PM 12 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
yeah but for us using turntables it dont mean nothing for us. unless you dj in int mode all the time. the only ones complaining are the ones that use the cdjs.
At 10:50 PM 12 November 2009
DJ'Que wrote
I like to use the deck I kut on in rel. and the other deck in int. when not juggling and plain mixing. For me I like to stop the int. deck with my nanokey. Or with the hopefully reprogrammable denon unit and tap button. Not for now though.
At 10:53 PM 12 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
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all serato has to do is remap the tap for start and stop for internal mode. i would say. unless its go be for effects.That and pitch control for the left and right "loop cut" knobs using shift so you have both loop cut and pitch control. Sometimes I have simple mobile gigs that don't require me to lug out the 1200's. So my macbook, mp4, and hc1000s would be a perfect light setup.
At 6:11 AM 13 November 2009
mle wrote
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I do not plan on buying one of these. However, I was wondering what type of applications people were going to use these for? Like, are people going to replace their turntables for these mobile gigs or something? Or is this going to be more of just a specialized midi keyboard? Just wondering where everybody's head is at on this one.im beating up my keys on my laptop n always see people having issues w/ various nno pads & tigger fingers so hoping this will still give me the controll im used too w/o the damage to my laptop keys
At 9:58 AM 13 November 2009
Blazin Vybes wrote
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yeah but for us using turntables it dont mean nothing for us. unless you dj in int mode all the time. the only ones complaining are the ones that use the cdjs.making the tap button would only be usefull if you decide not to bring players.
At 10:24 AM 13 November 2009
Blazin Vybes wrote
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That and pitch control for the left and right "loop cut" knobs using shift so you have both loop cut and pitch control. Sometimes I have simple mobile gigs that don't require me to lug out the 1200's. So my macbook, mp4, and hc1000s would be a perfect light setup.honestly for those type of gigs thats the only reason why i've been debating getting the itch controller
At 10:27 AM 13 November 2009
Blazin Vybes wrote
Ups arrived with DN-HC1000S a couple of hours ago, been playing with it since. Happy so far. Will be replacing my AKI MPD24
At 11:58 AM 13 November 2009
WarpNote wrote
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That and pitch control for the left and right "loop cut" knobs using shift so you have both loop cut and pitch control. Sometimes I have simple mobile gigs that don't require me to lug out the 1200's. So my macbook, mp4, and hc1000s would be a perfect light setup.honestly for those type of gigs thats the only reason why i've been debating getting the itch controller
And I have been thinking of just getting some CDJ-400's for a smaller set-up :)
At 12:10 PM 13 November 2009
VJ Justin Allen wrote
like the cdj400 setup thought bout getting those for smaller setup n 2nd system but i kno once i start w/ the cdj400s im gonna walk w/ my cdj1000 alot less
At 3:32 PM 13 November 2009
Blazin Vybes wrote
Preparing for my set tonight, and still liking it.
Am I the first to notice there's no Serato Logo on this product?
Am I the first to notice there's no Serato Logo on this product?
At 6:40 PM 13 November 2009
WarpNote wrote
Why the tap button so prominent ?
Personally I rarely use since program gives u bpm's with overviews? Am I missing something?
Personally I rarely use since program gives u bpm's with overviews? Am I missing something?
At 4:34 AM 18 November 2009
remp wrote
@Denon.
I've read all of the above and got two suggestions. Next version should have:
1 - 4 user assignable buttons and one knob simply named 1,2,3,4,5 for whatever anyone wants to assign.
2 - mode change buttons (rel/abs/int)
I think it would be a killer for any other midi controller then :)
I've read all of the above and got two suggestions. Next version should have:
1 - 4 user assignable buttons and one knob simply named 1,2,3,4,5 for whatever anyone wants to assign.
2 - mode change buttons (rel/abs/int)
I think it would be a killer for any other midi controller then :)
At 3:47 PM 18 November 2009
Dj Spox wrote
I just want to reassign the tap button.
I hope we can get some firmware options.
I hope we can get some firmware options.
At 4:16 PM 18 November 2009
DJ Dub Cowboy wrote
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I just want to reassign the tap button.I hope we can get some firmware options.
+1
At 5:25 PM 18 November 2009
Cyberia wrote
Got one today from prosound through ebay
Anyone have issue with "back" & "fwd" buttons - Says it's suposed to jump cursor to track library / crate library , but when I push triggers cue point or sample which makes no sense. I am in native serato mode, so don't think I could've reassigned them.
Anyone have issue with "back" & "fwd" buttons - Says it's suposed to jump cursor to track library / crate library , but when I push triggers cue point or sample which makes no sense. I am in native serato mode, so don't think I could've reassigned them.
At 12:27 AM 21 November 2009
remp wrote
More specifically the fwd button triggers cue 2 on side b and he back button triggers sample 6 in bank - weird!
At 12:30 AM 21 November 2009
remp wrote
there has been an issue with conflicting past controllers, i had an issue with mine when I got it because I previously had mappings to a nanopad. try renaming the AUTO_SAVE.xml file in the MUSIC/SCRATCHLIVE/MIDI folder to something else and see if that fixes it? Or simply rename the Midi folder to something like midi.old then open Serato. Obviously either one of these changes should be done with SSL closed
At 1:00 AM 21 November 2009
BriChi wrote
yeah I had some setting from a midi thing I had used on my iphone (itm matrix) - dope little app btw ! anyway deleted .xml & seems to have solved
Thank you
Thank you
At 1:04 AM 21 November 2009
remp wrote
Got mines today.....man this thing is SMALL. Pictures do the actual size no justice, but to not have to beat up your keys is a much needed thing. It is heavy and you won't have to worry about this thing sliding and flipping all over the place. Gotta go put it through it's paces.......
At 1:06 AM 21 November 2009
DJ Eighty 8 wrote
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