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CD decks - Buying advice

tdo 2:19 PM - 27 March, 2007
I'm looking at getting some cd decks main feature I need is compact size! I'd also like to be able to scratch (basic stuff) on them and use the wheel to nudge the pitch and cue tracks up. I don't really want to spend over 300 quid (I think that's 500-660 dollars) on each one, any suggestions? I don't need MP3 playback.
DJ-A 4:48 PM - 27 March, 2007
what features are you looking for?
tdo 5:02 PM - 27 March, 2007
as the above, will be using them just for scratch live so mp3, efx etc are not needed
DJ-A 5:06 PM - 27 March, 2007
you mention decks, so i assume you want rack mountable?
Dj KaGeN 5:17 PM - 27 March, 2007
I bought a pair of CDJ 800 MKII for $1200 from PSSL. (I worked'em over pretty good) I have used them for 2 weeks now, they're dope. I didn't want to get the 1000's due to the fact that all the extra's are nullified when using SSL.
Dj K.Smith 5:21 PM - 27 March, 2007
Denon 3500's... Look on eBay pimpin...
Dj KaGeN 5:23 PM - 27 March, 2007
my cdj's will kick your denon's booty.
[this is a joke, it is only meant as a joke, not to start a war]
DJ_X_Trodinaire 5:39 PM - 27 March, 2007
oOOOOOOO Fight fight fight

i have both
Dj KaGeN 5:45 PM - 27 March, 2007
I also have a pair of Denon DNS-3000's -- they need a new home.
Dj K.Smith 5:47 PM - 27 March, 2007
Kagen is a cdj / turntable pimp...
Dj KaGeN 5:49 PM - 27 March, 2007
now now K. Smith - no need to start rumors like that...lol
MusicMeister 12:49 AM - 28 March, 2007
TASCAM CD-DJ1's and the TT-M1.... $400 a pair at GC cause they're dropping 'em from inventory.... oh yea... I got 2 pair coming... ;-)
Dj K.Smith 1:41 AM - 28 March, 2007
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now now K. Smith - no need to start rumors like that...lol



You got 14 turntables, 6 cd decks, 34 mixers and a garage full of speakers.... You're right, I should have said "Equipment Lord"...
Dj KaGeN 1:54 AM - 28 March, 2007
Someone else on here puts me to shame..... BIGTIME.
DjWoody 1:58 AM - 28 March, 2007
Get Pioneers CDJ800Mk1/Mk2 or CDJ1000Mk2/Mk3. You won't regret it.
DJ NightLife 2:33 AM - 28 March, 2007
dn-s3500 has the best firmware compatibility with serato scratch live, the best mp3 support, period.
Pete Moss 3:27 AM - 28 March, 2007
I like using the Denon 3000's at the club, but I want the Technics.
djransom 3:31 AM - 28 March, 2007
I would have to agree w/ Woody, but then again that's just me.
DJ CRANK 7:48 PM - 28 March, 2007
get 2 CDJ800s first edition second choice 2 CDJ800mK2. I had 800s now I own 2 CDJ1000mk2s, They are still great cd players but over kill for Serato, Most of the intended features are useless when using serato.
Dj K.Smith 7:53 PM - 28 March, 2007
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Someone else on here puts me to shame..... BIGTIME.


It damn sho' ain't me...
nobspangle 8:17 PM - 28 March, 2007
I think tdo is looking for something a little cheaper, CDJ800 are about £520 DN-s3500 are about £625

Take a look a the DN-S1000 they are about £325, but I don't know how good they are for scratching.
DJ_X_Trodinaire 8:39 PM - 28 March, 2007
dn-s1000 ok for mild scratching

but great for what it is :)
Nicky Blunt 9:35 AM - 30 March, 2007
If you wanna CDj for scratchin the only way forward is the numark CDX! They have now released the hdx wich has a hard drive built in!

They are big but Kinda heavy!

Im selling one @ the mo for £350 if anyone interested!
tdo 7:34 PM - 30 March, 2007
I'm looking into the CDJ800's gonna try and find some mark ones, thanks for all the feedback!