TrackFormers
Gear Recommendations
Choosing your DJ equipment for your school classrooms can be daunting. Your software choice will also impact what hardware you use - but don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Devices
Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
• All controllers and software options below are compatible
Chromebook
• Pioneer DDJ200 (with Djay app)
iPad / Tablet / Smartphone only
• Pioneer DDJ200 with Djay app
• Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 Mk3 with Traktor DJ 2 (with Traktor DJ 2 – free with iPad only)
DJ controllers / Decks
Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 Mk3
Features:Â
• Works on mobile and desktop.Â
Software options:Â
• Full Traktor Pro 3 licence (included)
• Traktor DJ2 (iPad)
Device Compatibility
• Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
• iPad – requires USB-A to Lightning or USB-C Cable, and external power supply (not included).
Note: The TRAKTOR KONTROL S2 MK3 and S3 require iOS 11.0 or later, and are compatible with:
• iPad 5th generation or later
• iPad Air 1st generation or later
• iPad mini 2nd generation or later
• iPad Pro 1st generation or later
Pioneer DDJ200
Features:
• Most affordable
• Bluetooth connectivity
Additional things you’ll need:
• Headphone splitter (for audio output)
Software Options:
• Rekordbox (included)
• Djay on iOS & Android (free)
Device Compatibility
• Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
• iPad or Chromebook (Djay App only)
Pioneer DDJ400
Features:Â
• Inbuilt audio output – no splitter required
• More functionality for intermediate users
Software options:Â
• Rekordbox (included)
Device Compatibility
• Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
Numark’s Mixtrack Platinum FX
Features:
• Four channels instead of two (number of tracks that can be played at once)
Software Options:
• Serato DJ Lite (included)
Device Compatibility
• Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
Roland DJ-202
Features:Â
• Excellent drum machine emulationsÂ
• Inbuilt vocal effects for micÂ
Software options:Â
• Serato DJ Lite (included)
Device Compatibility
• Laptop / Computer (Windows & Mac)
Headphones
Behringer HC200 DJ (most affordable)
Pioneer HDJ-CUE1 DJÂ
Other options:
Any headphones with a flexible headband will work (to allow one ear to be free). These are typically advertised as DJ headphones.Â
Speakers
The speakers on your device will do, or any portable speaker connected via a 3.5mm AUX cable.
One speaker per classroom can suffice for performance tasks.
Note: Bluetooth only speakers are not suitable for DJing as they create latency issues. Ensure if using a Bluetooth speaker it comes with a 3.5mm Auxiliary port.
Some brands to consider are JBL, Ultimate Ears (UE), BlueAnt or Sony- please check carefully as not all of their Bluetooth Speakers include the Auxiliary (3.5mm) port.
Cables
• RCA 3.5mm to AUX cable to connect speakers.
Additional cables:
• Headphone Splitter Cable – Pioneer DDJ200 (only)Â
DJ school start-up packages are available for purchase via MusicEDU.
Talk to your MusicEDU Representative to discuss your options.
