DNX900
DN-X900 comprises the same feature set as the analog DN-X500, but adds numerous digital enhancements. In addition to eight analog line inputs and three phono switchable, the DN-X900 offers four digital inputs on coaxial connections. Two digital outputs are also provided in S/PDIF coaxial and TOSLINK formats. Matrix input assignment - 4 Digital Inputs on coaxial connections 8 Line/3 Phono switchable - all switchable to any of four channels 4 Smooth 60mm VCA channel faders for level control Responsive 45 mm VCA Crossfader with contour adjustment Track-Mark Independent Channel PFL Meters to help DJ's optimaize levels for each source - a must for todays DJ - ensuring smooth transitions when crossfading! Independent 3-Band EQ Kill with On/Off Switch Independent 3-Band Main and Aux Mic EQ Booth Output Assign Selector External Send/Return Control Independent Channel A-B Post Switch Fader Start (with select Denon CD/MP3 players) Powerful & clean headphone output Compact 4U rack space chassis Weight; 15 lbs
DNX900 Accessories
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DNX900 Reviews
If you decide you'd rather adjust the EQ levels of the master out rather than separate channels, you can deselect independent EQ. but there isn't another mixer that I've used, read about, or heard about that does everything as well as the Denon x900 while maintaining such a great value point. That quality and clarity is direct result of the X900's digital capabilities). It doesn't attain "flagship" status just because of the cool lights and colossal number of buttons and levers. b) Each channel also has its own 3-band EQ adjust/kill. The X900's matrix capabilities allow you to select any of the channels to the booth monitor so you can listen just as you would listen in your headphones. Some of my colleagues are devout supporters of knobbed mixers. because there's a track mark button that allows you to record directly to a CD burner and create track markers (and separate tracks) on the fly while you're spinning.
instead, it relies on a formidable feature set, unmatched sound quality/clarity, standard-setting build quality, and Denon durability. c) Amazing sound quality and clarity is yet another factor that impacted my decision to purchase this mixer. These competitors generally cost hundreds of dollars more and don't have a feature set equivalent to even the previous generation Denon flagship mixer (the X500). There are other brands of mixers out there that have similar feature sets, and some may come close in matching the X900's sound clarity.
d) And finally, the ability to record from a digital source was a big plus. I regularly use my digital optical output to record my sets into a laptop via the sound card. You can even have a single device simultaneously selected as the input for multiple channels.
But what better way to leverage and compliment the fantastic features of the Denon CD player line than to use a Denon mixer. Rather, once the device is connected, you use an input selector knob to assign the input for that particular channel. The X900 is a digital matrix mixer, Breaking that down to reveal the true nature of the X900, "DIGITAL" means that the mixer has both digital inputs (4, via digital coaxial) and digital outputs (2, via digital coaxial & Toslink [optical]) and "MATRIX" means that the devices you connect to the mixer don't necessarily have to be plugged into a certain channel. while others (such as I) prefer sliders.
I've owned my X900 since Dec 2005 and I use it every day to practice/rehearse and occasionally for mobile gigs. For shows that might include an emcee or hostess, this unit features a mic talk-over function that decreases the volume of the music when us of the mic begins. Sensitivity of the talk-over is adjustable. My X900 is the perfect compliment for my Denon DN-D6000, and I'm looking to add a set of Denon Tabletops to my war chest very soon.
The X900, however, allows you the best of both worlds because you can swap out the sliders for knobs. The sliders, while we're on the subject, are exceptionally smooth and cause equal gain change along the length of the throw (as opposed to a wickedly sensitive first or final third of the throw).
Overall, the controls of the X900 are placed intuitively, the features are easy to use, and because of those two factors, the X900 is an easy piece of equipment to get the hang of quickly. The X900 is currently Denon's flagship 19" (rack-mountable, 4U) DJ mixer.
After many hours of research and competitive shopping, the features that sold me most on this mixer and were most important in my decision to buy it were these: a) Each channel has its own volume level meter, so you can accurately adjust the gains for better transitions. The X900 is definitely an overlooked shining star when it comes to selecting and purchasing a durable, cost-effective, and feature-reach DJ tool to showcase your talents.
Forget about having to go back and track your sets out. The Denon brand has long been a club standard and a familiar fixture in DJ booths far and wide, especially when it comes to DJ CD players.
I haven't had a single issue or complaint with it.
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