The RANE One was created to take your DJ skills to the next level and is made by a legendary company in the DJ space. The RANE One is our #2 overall pick because it is a strong controller with motorized platters but is higher in price than the other units shown here retailing for $1,599.
The first thing you will notice about this unit are the 7 inch motorized platters, which give you an authentic turntable-like control over this unit. These motorized platters come with an adjustable torque setting which allows you to customize the performance to your style. This is the main feature that sets the RANE One apart from competitors, other controllers at this price point simply do not have motorized platters.
Another big feature of this unit is the Mag Four crossfader. This is the lightest crossfader from RANE yet, and also features an adjustment capability that gives you the freedom to adjust the tension and fit the crossfader to your style.
The RANE One also features dual USB connections which are ideal for clubs and multi-DJ setups where quick DJ switches are necessary without stopping the music. The RANE One comes with Serato DJ Pro and has a current Street Price of $1599.
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The compact PreSonus Eris E5 2-way, biamped monitor speakers deliver very accurate response with a tight bass and very clear upper end and can be user-adjusted to the acoustic space– a feature not typically available in this price point.
The PreSonus Eris E5 monitors provide efficiency, accuracy, and versatility at an affordable price. This pair of studio monitors are great for DJs. These two-way active monitors feature 5″ woven composite woofer and 1″ ultralow-mass silk-dome high-frequency driver. These combine to deliver up to 102 dB of continuous SPL. You’ll find Balanced XLR, 1/4″, and unbalanced RCA inputs.
When it’s time to replace those cheap “computer” speakers with serious 2-way professional studio monitors, you’re ready for the PreSonus Eris E5. With woven composite low frequency transducers, low-mass silk-dome tweeters, responsive Class AB amplification, and professional acoustic-adjustment controls, the compact Eris E5 represents an outstanding value in its class. It includes RF shielding, current-output limiting, over-temperature protection, and subsonic protection, and unlike comparably priced studio monitors, it has controls for simulating different listening environments and flattening frequency response to enable accurate mixing.
The Eris E5 Monitors are great because they offer strong quality at an affordable price.
These monitors are perfect for home studio, podcast reference, music production, DJ booth monitors, and more.
The PreSonus monitors are great for any DJ or audio production professional looking for affordable monitors from a reputable brand.
The PreSonus Eris E5 monitors are well suited for bedroom DJ reference, home studio, DJ booth reference monitors in clubs or at live events, and more.
ADJ replaced the Focus Spot 2 with the enhanced ADJ Focus Spot 2X which is a 100-watt high-output LED lamp with independent gobo and color wheels, dual prisms, and a lot of effects capabilities.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2X is a good way to stand out from what everyone else uses as it is a direct competitor of the Chauvet DJ Intimidator Spot 360. However if you need to rent additional units and match them up, rental houses will mostly carry the Intimidator 360.
ADJ is a brand you can trust having been around since the dawn of the DJ, and their parent company also own other trusted names including Elation, Eliminator lighting, global truss, and accu-cable.
The gobo wheel features replaceable, rotating, and index-able gobos, plus effects such as gobo shake. The Focus Spot 2X’s 8-color color wheel lets you pull off splits; plus, there’s a 3-watt UV LED onboard for added black light effects.
The unit features two DMX channel modes (16 and 18 channels) with 3-pin XLR DMX input and output connectors. Multiple units can be daisy-chained to create complex lighting installations, you can program a great lighting universe with these lights.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2X is easier to transport than the Intimidator Spot 360 because it is 10 pounds lighter and has a smaller form factor while still outputting high quality light effects.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2x ships with an Omega bracket and retails for $979.
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The 2.5 watt LaserCube by Wicked Lasers is a powerful, portable and easy-to-use laser system designed with DJs, Musicians, and Live Performers in mind. Paired with the user-friendly LaserOS software, LaserCube’s potential is endless. Laser shows can be created and run on the go with just a LaserCube and a phone or laptop (Android, iOS, PC, Mac), so you can go wherever life takes you!
This high output unit is battery powered, incredibly portable, and comes with everything you need including multiple lenses and a tripod stand. You can quickly and easily increase the production quality of any live event with the LaserCube!
The LaserCube comes loaded with 75+ Visualizers, 80+ Effects, 50+ Dancers, Animations, Custom Text, and also allows you to import your own images. This unit also features LaserOS software which allows you to use your laptop, tablet, or smartphone to control the LaserCube.
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The brand new Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3 is here and we are going to review it so you can decide if this is the right controller for you! This two channel all-in-one DJ controller is the newest in the RX line and looks to improve on the popular RX2 controller.
The first thing you’ll notice when looking at this controller is the 10 inch touchscreen which is the largest ever on a Pioneer DJ all-in-one system. Featuring a high resolution and frame rate ensures you’ll see everything clearly, including the smooth waveform. Plus, a fresh GUI design and a host of new features mean you’ll enjoy easier navigation for quick browsing and accurate mixing. For example, you can touch any of the stacked icons on the left side of the screen to instantly display the relevant information for each track.
The RX3 uses a club style layout so for anyone familiar with the Pioneer DJ club standard 2x CDJ setup with DJM-900 Nexus 2 mixer will feel right at home. If you are more of an beginner or intermediate DJ looking to grow into a pro DJ setup, this will have you training to use top of the line gear.
Speaking of the 900NXS2, the XDJ-RX3 features all six Color FX that you would find on the pro grade mixer, which is an improvement over the RX2.
One new feature I think you’ll really like is the Release FX. Featuring vinyl break, echo, backspin, and more; these effects make transitioning from one deck to the other fast, easy, and creative. Easily use these FX to fade out one deck and then bring the other in with a banga.
The RX3 also features 14 Beat FX including Ping Pong, Filter, Phaser, Slip Roll, Vinyl Brake, Helix and more.
This standalone DJ controller does not require a laptop as it supports on board DJ software BUT if you do want to use software you are familiar with, the RX3 supports both Rekordbox and Serato which makes it easy for anyone already using that software to plug and play without fumbling around with a new OS system.
Overall this is a strong controller that feels like a definite update of the RX2, which is a very popular unit. Like the XDJ-RX2, it is great to use, but the RX3 feels faster and stronger, and really benefits from that bigger screen. The extra FX are great to have, the library functions are much better, and some of the new features are immediately useful.
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This is a bigger budget investment compared to some other controllers out there but this is a pro-level all in one system that will have you ready for any club or event. This piece is quickly replacing the SZ2 as a club standard, and has replaced some of the full CDJ setups as a club standard. The flexible media support of this unit allows you to use an external USB drive or laptop to load your music and does not require a laptop connection.
The XDJ-XZ is also the first all in one controller that supports Pro DJ Link, which is Pioneer’s innovative DJ tool that can also be found in the CDJ and XDJ controllers. Pro DJ Link allows you to load music from a laptop or smartphone, and share metadata between multiple units, as well as sync CDJs and other media players with your mix.
The XDJ-XZ also allows you to connect up to two laptops at a time for back-to-back performances and smooth handoffs when mixing with multiple DJs. This has helped establish it as a standard in the nightclub scene, and is a great value alternative to a full CDJ Setup.
The Pioneer XDJ-XZ comes with Rekordbox DJ software and retails for $2,399.
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The Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move is an pro level dance floor light but at a price point that is unmatched as its an all in one offering 5 lights on one setup. This fixture is perfect for small parties such as sweet 16s, graduations, and other events and is made by a brand you can trust.
This 5-in-1 light is easy to carry and 2 of these units will increase the production value of your show right away.
The Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move 5-in-1 Lighting System is designed to create a complete light show for the mobile entertainer. This lighting system is designed to flood your stage or dance floor with a variety of exciting lighting effects and beam patterns with a pair of moving head fixtures, a pair of RGB LED derby fixtures, a pair of RGB+UV LED PARs, a red and green laser, and four white/UV strobes.
These lights are all mounted on a single bar and supported by the included tripod to give you a variety of effects all in one product. The GigBAR Move can be operated with the included wireless footswitch that provides DJs and performers with hands-free activation of preset colors, color-change programs, and sound activation.
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The Pioneer DDJ-SB3 and the Pioneer DDJ-400 are both incredibly popular and rightfully so. Both of these controllers are excellent options for beginner DJs that are learning how to mix, and also make a great backup controller for pro DJs that need to keep an emergency controller on hand.
The Pioneer DDJ-SB3 Serato DJ Controller is the third generation controller in the SB line from Pioneer and currently retails for $249. This controller features a strong build quality, two jog wheels, trim, 3-band EQ, two-way filter, and level faders on each of the two channels.
Additional features include independent auto loop controls, mic output, and portable design. The DDJ-SB3 has also added a new feature called Pad Scratch. The Pad Scratch is engaged via the performance pads and offers eight distinct scratch techniques. Any track playing or cued will be scratched and the speed is automatically matched to the tracks BPM. This feature makes it easy for entry level DJ’s to feature scratching in their mix.
The Pioneer DDJ-400 is a popular controller designed for dedicated use with Pioneer’s Rekordbox DJ software and retails for $249.
The DDJ-400’s compact form factor makes it simple to transport, and the included rekordbox dj license key and dj tutorial feature will get you in the mix quickly.
The DDJ-400 controller features a strong build quality, two jog wheels, trim, 3-band EQ, two-way filter, and level faders on each of the two channels. Additional features include FX controls, and portable design.
The Pioneer DDJ-400 features a club-style layout with buttons and knobs that are arranged in the same way as those on a professional NXS2 setup. This will help you develop your skills using an interface similar to that of the Pioneer standard club player, and enhance your mixes with Sound Color Filter FX and Beat FX featuring curves taken from Pioneer’s DJM-900NXS2 mixer.
The DDJ-SB3 will have you mixing with Serato while the DDJ-400 utilized Rekordbox software.
The SB3 has 2 added virtual decks which allow you to dabble with 4 deck mixing, while the DDJ-400 is strictly a 2 deck mixer.
The looping controls are another area of difference between these two units, as the DDJ-SB3 has an auto loop feature and the DDJ-400 has ‘loop in’ and ‘loop out’ buttons similar to a CDJ system.
Ultimately the choice is yours, you can’t go wrong with either controller as they have very comparable features and the same price point.
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Hi everyone Mr. Wired Up here bringing you a video with Digital DJ Gear and today we are going to review the BEST DJ controllers under $300. These three controllers are perfect for anyone that wants to get started as a DJ or even a pro looking for a solid backup controller. We are going to cover and compare features on these controllers to help you make a decision on which one is best for you.
The Pioneer DJ DDJ-400 is a popular controller designed for dedicated use with Pioneer’s rekordbox dj software and retails for $249. The DDJ-400’s compact form factor makes it simple to transport, and the included rekordbox dj license key and dj tutorial feature will get you in the mix quickly.
The DDJ-400 controller features a strong build quality, two jog wheels, trim, 3-band EQ, two-way filter, and level faders on each of the two channels. Additional features include fx controls, mic output, and portable design.
The built-in sound card allows you to connect the controller to your computer using the provided USB cable to power up and begin playing. The DDJ 400 comes with a full version of Rekordbox software and Rekordbox’s dj tutorial feature which allows users to follow along via computer screen to learn and master the DDJ 400.
The Pioneer DJ DDJ-400 is a compact entry-level controller that retains a pro-level layout.
Pioneer DJ is a major company that has high quality gear for pro level DJs but if you are looking for a strong entry level controller, the DDJ-400 might be perfect for you.
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Best DJ Lighting Gear of 2021 with Chauvet DJ, ADJ, and ColorKey Lighting
The best pro DJ lighting of 2021 are here and we are going to review these products for DJ, event, and venue lighting. All of these lights are all great options for clubs, events, weddings, and more.
The Chauvet DJ Intimidator Spot 360 is a moving-head LED light fixture with a bright output and is designed to energize dance floors at any event. The Chauvet DJ Intimidator Spot 360 is the industry standard for DJ lighting and is perfect for clubs, bars, weddings, and all types of special events and venues.
Featuring adjustable strobe speed, movement macros, fast and precise head movements, a color wheel, and a gobo wheel with motorized focus that lets you project crisp gobos from nearly any distance, this versatile fixture allows for flexible effect design and precise show control.
In addition to DMX daisy-chaining, the Intimidator Spot 360 supports power linking via its pass-through powerCON I/O, minimizing time spent on cable runs and finding power outlets. Plug a single power cable into the wall outlet and daisy-chain up to three fixtures in a 120V environment, or up to six in a 230V environment.
The Cast Panel Pack from Chauvet DJ is perfect for vlogging, streaming setups, or social media content. These are the same lights we are using right now, we use them to film all of our video content and they are super versatile and easy to use.
These lights have an expansive color range of 2700 to 8000K via separate control of 96 warm and 96 cool LEDs. The high CRI of 96 offers above-average color reproduction and the panels have built-in color presets. This means that when filming with these lights, the colors you see will be true to what they look like to the human eye; a key feature of quality lighting.
The Cast Panel Pack comes with 2 Lights with Barn Doors, 2 External Power Supplies to power the lights, 2 Light Stands, and 2 Carrying Bags. You can also use batteries to make these lights completely portable and not tied to outlets.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2x is comparable to the Chauvet Intimidator 360 and is a great option for nightclubs, venues and mobile DJs.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2x is a good way to stand out from what everyone else uses but if you need to rent additional units and match them up, rental houses will mostly carry the Intimidator 360.
ADJ is a brand you can trust having been around since the dawn of the DJ, and their parent company also own other trusted names including Elation, Eliminator lighting, global truss, and accu-cable.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2x is a 100-watt high-output LED lamp with independent gobo and color wheels, dual prisms, and a lot of effects capabilities.
The gobo wheel features replaceable, rotating, and index-able gobos, plus effects such as gobo shake. The Focus Spot 2X’s 8-color color wheel lets you pull off splits; plus, there’s a 3-watt UV LED onboard for added black light effects.
The unit features two DMX channel modes (16 and 18 channels) with 3-pin XLR DMX input and output connectors. Multiple units can be daisy-chained to create complex lighting installations, you can program a great lighting universe with these lights.
The ADJ Focus Spot 2x ships with an Omega bracket and retails for $979.
The ADJ Vizibeam 12RX is a pro grade fixture that could be used for touring, permanent club installations, concerts, and mobile events.
ADJ phased out the RX5 and now make the rxOne and 12RX, which have come to market at different price points. These fixtures are so high end that they could have the elation name on them and you wouldn’t notice a difference.
This fixture is the big brother of the 5RX which was one of the best selling vizi beams having built on the legacy of the 5R. This is a club standard across the globe, but available for mobile and production as well.
The ADJ Vizi Beam 12RX is an intelligent, high-powered moving head beam fixture that offers a wide selection of dynamic colors and effects to energize your dance floor or live stage productions.
This light produces a razor-sharp 2° beam of light, making it well suited for a concert tour, a theater production, festival stage applications, or large church installations.
The Vizi Beam 12RX features both 3pin and 5pin DMX and PowerLock in/out connections allow you to daisy-chain data and power from one fixture to the next.
The Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move is an pro level dance floor light but at a price point that is unmatched as its an all in one offering 5 lights on one setup. This fixture is perfect for small parties such as sweet 16s, graduations, and other events and is made by a brand you can trust.
This 5-in-1 light is easy to carry and 2 of these units will increase the production value of your show right away.
The Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move 5-in-1 Lighting System is designed to create a complete light show for the mobile entertainer. This lighting system is designed to flood your stage or dance floor with a variety of exciting lighting effects and beam patterns with a pair of moving head fixtures, a pair of RGB LED derby fixtures, a pair of RGB+UV LED PARs, a red and green laser, and four white/UV strobes.
These lights are all mounted on a single bar and supported by the included tripod to give you a variety of effects all in one product. The GigBAR Move can be operated with the included wireless footswitch that provides DJs and performers with hands-free activation of preset colors, color-change programs, and sound activation.
If the Chauvet DJ GigBAR Move is out of your budget, the ColorKey Party Bar FX is a quality light at a lower price point that will get the job done.
ColorKey fixtures are made in China but the customer support team is based in the US which makes for easy returns and customer service if needed.
The ColorKey PartyBar FX is a great option for mobile DJs and party planners looking for a complete professional lighting package. This compact, all-in-one multi-effect lighting package is well suited for clubs, events, weddings, and more.
The light bar combines two 3bulb x 3led RGB LED Par lights with two 4bulb, 3watt RGBW Derby-style FX lights, a red/green laser, and a UV+Strobe combo bar to create a comprehensive lighting set up.
The PartyBar FX is simple to operate thanks to the included IR remote control, which allows you to select from a wide range of operational modes including Auto mode, Sound Reactive, and Master/Slave. The fixture is also compatible with DMX and boasts two channel modes for use with a DMX lighting console and software packages.
When the show is over, simply pack up and easily transport the lightbar with the included carrying bag.
If you need to scale up for an event and rent additional units, these are going to be the lights the rental house carries, meaning you can mix and match with other rental houses no matter where you go.
The battery-powered Freedom Par Hex-4 LED Light from Chauvet is a colorful addition to the next generation of the Freedom Par family. It has four 5.7W RGBAW+UV LEDs
100% True wireless, battery-operated, hex-color LED Par with built-in D-Fi transceiver.
The Chauvet DJ Freedom Par Hex-4 has a special limiter option for extending battery life for longer shows when you use more than 4 colors. This unit is great for uplighting facades and walls, and up to 26 units can be power linked to reduce cabling.
Controlling this unit is easy with multiple wireless triggering and control options. You can use the Chauvet FlareCON app, included wireless remote control, or 3pin dmx program.
The ColorKey TrussPar QUAD 3 GO is a less expensive alternative to the Chauvet DJ EzWedge Tri, and is also good for wall uplighting totem lighting or facade lighting.
We made a video on this light so be sure to click the link on screen and check it out.
The ColorKey TrussPar QUAD 3 GO features 3 10watt RGBW LEDs and its triangular shape enables it to fit perfectly inside your truss totem. This light works great in totems with or without scrims and can be powered by IEC cable or run off internal battery. You can use the TrussPar QUAD 3 GO to uplight facades or walls at your venue to add variety to your lighting effects.
This is perfect for all day events where you need to set your lighting up for extended periods of time. Additionally, this unit is small and portable which allows you to fit several of them in your car with ease, you can light a venue without needing bulky road cases or gear truck.
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