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All natively supported MIDI controllers. To use a DJ MIDI controller with djay or djay Pro, simply plug the controller into your Mac, PC, iOS, or Android device. Djay will detect the controller and automatically pre-map all functionality, allowing you to start using the controller right away.

• Jul 10, 2018  With djay Pro 2: Connect the controller (essential, if not the MIDI mapping options won’t appear). Run Djay Pro 2; Go to the MIDI menu, an option will appear named “Configure” followed by the name of your plugged controller. With our test controller.
• Pioneer's legendary DDJ series, for example, is optimized to work with Serato DJ software - but these DJ controllers can work with other software programs as well. The Pioneer DJ DDJ-SR model is a 4-deck controller with two aluminum platters (jog wheels), a 2-channel mixer, and sixteen playable rubber pads.
• Jan 06, 2017  I know there are maps to make the S4 MK2 work on the Djay Pro on a Mac. I do not have a Mac but I use my iPad. Note: I had mentioned Djay Pro 2 (typo). There is Djay Pro, or Djay 2. I care more about Djay Pro which also does video and 4 tracks (fyi) along with Spotify. I love my S4 and I even love Traktor on the iPad.

Some love it and some hate it, but either way, the iPad is gaining traction as a viable DJing platform. It makes sense; all the time, tablets are getting more computer-like while computers are getting more tablet-like.

But this is still a bit of an unexplored frontier for many DJs. What are the options? Are there decent controllers for iPad DJing, or are they all plasticky toys?

To help answer this, I’ve done the research in order to present to you what are, in my opinion, the five current best controller options for iPad DJs as we approach the end of 2014.

Here they are, in no particular order:

Traktor Kontrol S2 MK2

MSRP: $499 See Current Street Price See Customer Reviews

Native Instruments’ Kontrol series is still a staple for many digital DJs. When NI decided to refresh their S2 and S4 lineup with the MK2 updates, they added a pretty major feature: support for Traktor DJ for iPad.

The S2 is not pushing the innovation envelope, but is still one of the best options for Traktor-based DJs. If you like Traktor DJ and want to use that going forward, this is the recommendation I would give. As a bonus, you get to use it with “big Traktor” on your laptop as well.

Of course, the S4 is an option too. But only choose that if you want to use a laptop to DJ sometimes, since you’ll be wasting 2 channels (Traktor DJ for iOS only supports two.)

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Reloop Beatpad

MSRP: $899 See Current Street Price See Customer Reviews

I’ve become a big Reloop fan as of late, because their hardware is solid, well-presented, and tightly-integrated with its intended software.

The Reloop Beatpad is a dedicated iOS controller, developed and optimized for Algoriddim’s DJay software. Of course, it’s MIDI enabled and can be mapped to your software of choice should you connect it to a laptop.

The unit features two headphone connections on the front side, two master outputs (XLR, RCA) and even an aux input for iPod, CD player or turntable on the back of the device. And the extra large “vinyl grip” jog wheels featured on other Reloop controllers are present here. As a nice added feature, the wheels are surrounded by multi-colored LED rings which indicate the position of the track in a circular motion.

Reloop’s entire controller lineup these days is solid, and the Beatpad is no exception.

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Pioneer DDJ-WeGo3

MSRP: $299 See Current Street Price See Customer Reviews (coming soon)

The WeGo3 is a brand new controller in the WeGo line by Pioneer, and excels as a great bang-for-buck option for iPad DJs.

The “Pulse Control” function gives visual feedback via moving jog wheel animations: Launch Pulse (moves from load button to jog wheel when track is loaded), FX Pulse (light patterns showing which FX/filters are engaged), and Beat Pulse (glows to show the volume of sound).

This controller is also compatible with Virtual DJ 8 and Serato DJ Intro for the laptop users. The WeGo3 version of the Djay software has been streamlined for clarity to remove unnecessary duplication, and the unit itself has a unique (but intuitive) layout.

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Numark iDJ Pro

MSRP: $499 See Current Street Price See Customer Reviews

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The iDJ differs from other offerings in that the tablet actually sits flush in the controller itself. This serves both to get the iPad out of your face, and to give more intuitive control for people that want to tap and drag on the iPad itself.

It also differs in that, instead of line faders, it has rotary knobs for each channel. This was probably done to save room (since the iPad effectively becomes part of the controller itself), but many people prefer rotary control. This is something rarely seen on controllers.

The downside to having the tablet dead center is the fact that it forces the configuration into a somewhat non-standard layout. The EQ’s, for example, are at the top left and top right… a spot usually reserved for FX control.

One thing worth mentioning is the fact that this is one of the few iPad controllers that are iPad ONLY… that is, it cannot be used as a MIDI controller for your laptop.

The iDJ Pro features capacitive touch-activated platters, die-cast aluminum volume knobs, and brushed aluminum casing with hot cue, loop, and effects controls. Overall, a solid choice.

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Vestax Spin2

The Spin2 has an appearance very similar to the classic VCI-100. It works across all Apple devices and provides intuitive control via your iPad.

This controller is compact, lightweight, and includes a “studio grade audio interface”. This is a great unit to just toss in your bag and head to a quick gig without much trouble. The track browsing interface is similar to the d-pad on a video game controller, which some people may or may not prefer over the rotary encoders present on most.

For lovers of the Vestax brand, the Spin2 provides a nice solution at a reasonable price.

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Summary

So there you have it… five great options for DJing with your iPad. As you can see, most of the options utilize the popular DJay app by Algoriddim, with the exception of the Kontrol S2. An S2 is definitely my recommendation if you want to use Traktor DJ. Outside of that, the rest are solid options and it really just comes down to preference (as always).

My personal favorites? The Kontrol S2 if you want to use Traktor DJ; Reloop’s Beatpad otherwise. But, they are all up to the task!

Have experience with iPad DJing and want to weigh in? Feel free to post your comments below! Rane sl1 windows 10 which scratch live will i need.

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Digital DJ Tips reader Paul writes: “Please can I have your take on iPad controllers and Algoriddim’s djay software? I have the iPad and an thinking of waiting for the Numark iDJ Flex to be launched, just don’t know what to go for. Just want it for house parties and BBQs.”

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Digital DJ Tips says:

Algoriddim’s djay software is a great match for the iPad so you’ve got no worries there. You’ve got a few choices nowadays, including the Numark iDJ Pro and the Vestax Spin2, to name just a couple. Even traditionally non-iPad controllers are wrestlig in on the action, thans to “backward engineering” involving the Apple Camera Connection Kit (I’m thinking specifically of these Pioneer controllers).

However, rather than detail the pros and cons of the units I have tried (as I haven’t spent much time with any of them), I thought this would be a nice one to throw over to the readers.

So, readers: Do you use Algoriddim’s djay software with the iPad? And if so what controller do you use? What are the pros/cons of your particular unit? And would you buy it again? Please share your thoughts in the comments.

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Please leave your answers for Paul in the comments below.

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