Cross, need info! Thanks!

[djmichaelm]

Hello.

I am here on a mission. Well the end of a mission (hopefully). It started with me making the decision to take another step in the digital direction, then searching for the best DVS system for my buck. I am looking at the MixVibes Cross Pack with the u46mk2 interface.

I currently use 2 CDJ-1000's and a Denon DNX1500 mixer. I want to continue to use them and my main reason to go with a DVS, among many, is to have my library of music at my fingertips. Carrying a laptop and hard drive, is much easier than dragging around the over 1000 Cd's (which of course weigh quite a bit).

I have a few questions.

1. I read that there is no "thru" function... so that I could pop out the time code CD and still use my CDJ's as normal. Is this true? That would be a big decider for me. Sometimes I need to use a CD someone provided on the spot that I might not have.

2. Is there an ability to auto cue to the beginning of a track with out having to do it manually? So that if I hit play, it instantly starts.

3. As I have never used another DVS, whats is your guys views on Cross? Comparisons to other similar products?

Thanks in advance,

DJ Michael M

[abitmessie]

I have a few questions.

1. I read that there is no "thru" function... so that I could pop out the time code CD and still use my CDJ's as normal. Is this true? That would be a big decider for me. Sometimes I need to use a CD someone provided on the spot that I might not have.

2. Is there an ability to auto cue to the beginning of a track with out having to do it manually? So that if I hit play, it instantly starts.

3. As I have never used another DVS, whats is your guys views on Cross? Comparisons to other similar products?

Thanks in advance,

DJ Michael M

1. Yes there is bypass option to give thru ability!
2. Not really as tracks have different lead in times
3. I have used other products such as traktor in its ealry days then i came across mixvibes and havent looked back,
Download the demo have a play and see if it meets your needs

[djmichaelm]

Thanks for the info. I have checked out the demo. Nice interface. But it does no justice to my cause without the audio interface. I've heard that there is a switch for the thru function. I just didn't want extra steps or extra hookups of RCA's to get the results I want.

I wanna go out of my decks into box and out of the box back to my mixer. I assume that's how in hooks up. I wouldn't mind a ton hitting a switch to go "thru". I just want it easy. No fancy hookup's. you know?



Thanks,

DJ Michael M

[abitmessie]

No fancy hookups required

CDJ into the Audio Interface
Audio Interface to the Mixer

Press Bypass button on the software and play your normal audio cd!

[djmichaelm]

Sweet. hanks for the great info. Thinking about dropping the 350 even more now. One more question if you don't mind...

I am looking into an external HD. 500GB to 1TB range i think. My question, is USB 2.0 fast enough to stream the mp3 on the fly like what would be needed for Cross? I suppose a buffer would help. Does Cross use a buffer? does it read ahead so that there is never a skip or transfer rate issue?

Thanks again in advance.

[UncleVibes]

Cross use a buffer & usb 2.0 works very well with last O.S

[djmichaelm]

Just an update:

Got my Cross a few days ago, and so far I am fairly pleased. Still getting to use the the software, and just the whole idea of DJ'ing in the digital domain with a computer.

If you are thinking of a purchase, you won't be disappointed. Especially for the price, and what you get compared to simliar products.

If you are a new user, keep reading the forums!! This is a great community of people that are very willing to help. I have asked a lot of questions over the past few days since I received my Cross Pack. I have had nothing but fantastic help and comments. I wish more forums out there were like this.

I can't wait to know the Cross inside and out, and then return the favor to all the new comers.

Djmichaelm

[daniel clark]

now that deserves a warm thank you maybe a little K to get you on your way