Cleaning your equipment

[Smarter]

Hellooo!

Well my crossfader just went mad (if i touch it even a little bit, it goes to left...) and i though i should clean my U-Mix Control Pro but when i had taken 3 screws off i wondered if there is better way to clean or maintenance DJ equipment? and is it possible that if i send it to reseller i get new or they will fix the problem?

soo tips to clean and answer for the crossfader appreciated :3

[daniel clark]

first about the retailer ,depends on his warrenty restrictions ,,check with them for thoes answers ,,
check out the product page ,,ther once was avaibility of replacement faders ,, will post a link if still there
http://www.mixvibes.com/content/product ... ross-fader
heard it was a pretty stright foward replacement ,, if still avaible then order two,,
hope this helps

[Smarter]

oh didn't even think of that
well i'll just open it first and try to clean it and then if it doesn't work i replace it

thanks again DC! you deserve all the good karma in the world

[daniel clark]

got to remember what you are using ,, this Cross fader process MIDI siginals ,, not analog inputs/,,not as sturdy as a analog crossfader and even thouse will bleed after extended/demanding use,,,

[Smarter]

yeah i'll be more carefull now on... but you know sometimes you get just too excited about music

[MusicMeister]

The best advice I can give is to use some Deoxit D5 or F5 on a semi-regular basis if you're using conductive crossfaders. If you're a scratch guy doing long sessions, every couple of days or even every session may be appropriate, but if your equipment is covered and used rather gingerly, every quarter or semi-annually may be enough.

And don't use standard oils as it tends to attract dust.

I've been using this stuff for years and it's kept my equipment from having issues with the linear faders (channel, Cross, pitch faders). If your equipment sits out, I suggest getting a dishtowel to cover it up so dust and dirt doesn't settle into the fader channels or use a cover of some kind. It makes all the difference in the world.

Preventative maintenance is inexpensive and doesn't take much time - but repairs can take a significant amount of time and carry a much higher price tag.