The Vestax VCI-300 MKII USB DJ Controller is a joint effort with leading DJ software manufacturer Serato. The VCI-300 MKII is a professional MIDI DJ software controller, professional audio interface, and intuitive 2-channel DJ mixer with ergonomic, touch-sensitive controls.
Serato ITCH DJ software is integrated to create a complete digital DJ mixing solution right out of the box. The VCI-300 MKII features 2 jog wheels with weight reduction adjustment for improved torque control. The unit's audio quality is attributed to its 12 bit stereo D/A-A/D converter, and the audio interface is capable of up to 4 inputs and 4 outputs via USB.
Features
- USB MIDI Software Controller
- 4 In / 4 Out Audio Interface
- Dual Deck Control
- Weight Reduced JOG Wheels
- Includes Serato ITCH DJ Software
High Resolution Control
The VCI-300 can control more than 90 parameters and functions of the included Serato software with high resolution MIDI signals sent via USB. The pulse resolution of the JOG wheel and pitch control fader is 4 times higher than the VCI-100 and provides precise control of each function. The pitch control fader also shares the same high quality fader parts of the input fader for advanced operability.
Superb Audio Characteristic
The built-in audio interface carries an Audio Codec IC with superb audio characteristic, generated by a delta-sigma modulation 24 bit stereo D/A-A/D converter. Audio connection includes 1 stereo input, 1 MIC input and 2 stereo output (Master L/R, Monitor L/R).
Level Indication
A 12 level LED L/R indicator is set in the center of the top panel to monitor sound levels.
File Control
Audio files in the software library can be easily selected and controlled with the CRATES / FILES / BROWSE key and the cursor switch inherited from the VCM-100.
Emergency Thru Switch
The Emergency Thru Switch located on the rear panel is a countermeasure where you can use the VCI-300 with the provided ITCH software or without the computer connected if you simply want to play music from your external CD or MP3 player. The ITCH software reads music from your iTunes library or the Serato library you use for Scratch LIVE, making it the perfect device for recreational or professional DJ's.
Adjustable Jog Wheel Torque
The torque of each JOG wheel can be adjusted to prevent them from moving from low frequency feedback and altering the pitch when using the VCI-300 in such places like clubs.
Fader Curve Control
The fader curve of each fader can be adjusted to the preferred characteristics for long mixes, scratching and any other style.
Serato ITCH
- High performance portable music system that allows internal mixing and platter style playback control
- Integrated "one to one" hardware to software mapping for instant control and minimum setup time
- Interoperable with Scratch LIVE crates, loops and cue points, also support for iTunes
- Audio processing and internal mixing via Serato ITCH software, Channel fading, EQ, cross fading and track trim are processed in software with audio and headphone monitoring on the ITCH hardware
- Clean and simple software user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information
- Auto Tempo Matching and Beat Sync
- Optimal Gain and BPM Calculation
- Serato's unique color waveforms for easy identification of sound
- Set and store Cue-points
- Manual and Auto Loop activation
- Music Library management tools for backup and restore
- Input and Mix recording capability
- AIFF, WAV, MP3 and AAC audio file support
- Built-in multi-lingual help tools with Serato customer support and software update program
Specifications
- Connections
- USB Port (Bus powered)
- MIC Input x 1
- AUX Input - RCA x 2
- Headphones Out x 1
- Master Out - Phone x 2, RCA x 2
- Power: Power/Voltage 5V 150mA, USB bus power
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 3.85 x 1.49 x 10.86" (98 x 38 x 276mm)
- Weight: 1.76 lb (0.8kg)
System Requirements
Windows
- Windows XP : SP2 or higher
- Windows Vista : SP1 or higher 32bit and 64bit is supported
- *Update to ITCH ver.1.5 or higher
- Windows7 : 32bit and 64bit is supported
- *Update to ITCH ver.1.5 or higher
- Intel Processor, Pentium4 mobile2GHz or better
- RAM: 1GB or higher
- 1024×768 screen resolution
- Hard disk space for music
- USB Port:USB Port: Available USB port
Mac
- Mac OS 10.4.11 or higher
- Intel Processor, Intel Core Duo 1.6GHz or better
- RAM: 1GB or higher
- 1024×768 screen resolution
- Hard disk space for music
- USB Port: Available USB port