Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. Professional Sound and Visual Division today unveiled its ultra-compact controller, the DDJ-ERGO, giving any music enthusiast the ability to make their own unique music mixes. Bundled with the Virtual DJ Limited Edition software by Atomix Productions, the DDJ-ERGO controller enables consumers to be creative with their music collection as soon as they take the unit out of the box. The new controller also incorporates MIDI functionality, making it possible to be used with other MIDI compatible DJ software.¹
The stylish controller is designed using contoured edges with black, white and gradient colors and a large 115 mm platter for increased operability. The system also features “Pulse Control” that illuminates various areas of the controller to assist in the mixing process.
“The DDJ-ERGO is the ideal gear for consumers who want to explore the experience of being a DJ,” said David Arevalo, senior marketing manager, Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc. “It’s compact and lightweight and can be transported virtually anywhere. Plug it in with a music-filled laptop and off you go, playing your music and mixing like a pro. It’s easy and extremely fun to use, ideal for all skill levels from the absolute beginner to the more experienced home DJ.”
Creative Features of DDJ-ERGO
Other features
Main specifications
Bundled software |
Virtual DJ Limited Edition |
Input terminals |
MIC x1 (1/4 inch PHONE) |
AUX x1 (RCA) |
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Output terminals |
MASTER OUT x 2 (1/4 inch PHONE x1, RCA x1) |
HEADPHONE MONITOR OUT x 2 (front 1/4 inch PHONE, MiniPin) |
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Other terminals |
USB B terminal x1 |
Frequency range |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
Total harmonic distortion |
0.006% or less |
S/N ratio |
101 dB |
External dimensions |
21.85 in. (W) x 11.02 in. (D) x 4.05 in. (H) (when removing the feet : 21.85 in. (W) x 11.02 in. (D) x 2.44 in. (H) ) |
Weight |
6.3 lbs. |
Virtual DJ Limited Edition system requirement | |
Compatible OS (Windows) |
Windows XP(SP3)/Vista/7 Intel® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon™ XP or newer 512MB RAM or more |
Compatible OS (Mac) |
Mac OS X v10.5/10.6/10.7 Intel® processor platform 1GB RAM or more |
Required disk space |
50MB or more |
Display resolution |
1024 x 768 or more |
Additional requirements for video mixing |
ATI™ or NVIDIA video chipset Dedicated 256MB DDR3 Video RAM |
The DDJ-ERGO will be available in November 2011 with a suggested retail price of $699.
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