Pioneer DJM-900NXS2

The Pioneer DJM-900NXS2 Professional DJ Mixer follows in the path of its predecessor the DJM-900 nexus with improved FX and new top-quality audio parts. Incorporated within the robust casing, the mixer has been fitted with a pioneering 64-bit mixing processor, enabling the sound to be more innate and meticulous. In addition to this there is also a quality 24-bit/96kHz soundcard, direct digital connection and improved analogue input.

The controls on the unit have been enhanced and are even more receptive as a result of a new gain structure, better EQ and fader curves, more precise clip indicator and peak limiter.

The DJM-900NXS2 MK2 now has even more scope for managing sounds and effects. There are 14 Beat FX including the new Vinyl Brake, Pitch, Helix and Ping Pong and improved Reverb. The FX Frequency allows the frequency range to be applied to effects, larger X-Pad with OLED screen for simpler viewing and a channel selection LED to instantly see which Beat FX is applied to which channel.

Within the 6 Sound Colour FX there is a parameter knob which modifies settings for each effect, Gate/Comp has been replaced by Sweep and larger knobs allowing for even more precise and personal modifications.

There is an autonomous Send/Return which means a decision does not have to be made between Beat FX and External FX, instead an external FX controller(e.g. apps on an iPad) can be connected and then layer it on top of the on-board FX. Brilliant stuff!

Finally, there are two USB ports, four phono inputs, top-loaded input switcher, ProDJ Link (where four players can be connected and use only one source), gold-plated RCAs, two headphone plugs (¼-inch stereo jack and 3.5mm MiniPin), Magvel fader and DVS support which allows Rekordbox DJ DVS to be controlled by Rekordbox performance software via turntables or players.