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Mackie d.2 Pro
Mackie d.2 Pro Description:
THE ULTIMATE 2-CHANNEL CONSOLE FOR PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTION.
Introduced in 2006, the original Mackie d.2 DJ mixer was an instant success thanks to its studio-grade sound quality, incredible feel, and built-like-a-tank construction. Now the new d.2 pro picks up where the original model left off, with enhanced FireWire capabilities for direct connection to Mac or PC, more flexible routing, and Traktor® Scratch certification for spinning digital music files using standard turntables with specially coded vinyl. Taken together, this enhanced feature set elevates this two-channel mixer into a true DJ performance and production console.
The d.2 pro console brings its unrivaled sound quality courtesy of premium studio grade VCA-based analog circuitry, audiophile-grade phono preamps, an Infinium® contact-free crossfader, and XLR balanced main outputs. So you get studio-quality sound, Mackie's hallmark "built-like-a-tank" construction, and enough flexibility to place it at the center of any professional performance or serious DJ/remixer studio.
FULL-FEATURED FIREWIRE CONNECTIONS.
The d.2 pro is the first two-channel DJ-style console to offer onboard 13x6 FireWire connectivity with 24 bit/96kHz sampling rates. So you can plug directly into your FireWire-ready Mac or PC (Mac OSX 10.3.9 or higher, Windows XP, SP2 or higher), and start spinning all your digital music files from iTunes, Traktor Scratch, Ableton Live and more (see sidebar). The d.2 pro's FireWire connectivity also lets you record your sets and original music productions directly to your computer without any additional hardware. This makes it a complete solution for building mix CDs, recording podcasts, broadcasts, or any one of dozens of other applications.
A small DJ/remix studio typically includes many different components, from turntables to a laptop. So we made sure you could connect a wide range of gear into a d.2 pro simultaneously and "tie it all together." No more audio interface. No more mess of cables. But we didn't sleep on the d.2 pro's performance features either, so you'll be equally at home using it in the club.
In addition to its super straightforward layout, the d.2 pro's performance features include:
An Infifnium® optical, no-contact crossfader with adjustable tension
Mackie-designed turntable and premium Mackie mic preamps for superior detail and maximum "punch"
Smooth 3-band analog EQ with full kill capabilities
3-position, spring-loaded Transform switches
A solid 14-gauge all-steel chassis (substantially thicker than our competitors)
These components directly contribute to the legendary sound quality and durability which have become Mackie hallmarks.
The Mackie d.2 Pro is the world's best-sounding, best-built 2-channel DJ mixer. It's also the first DJ mixer with a FireWire option, letting you mix and record music directly to and from your Mac or PC laptop or desktop. Among the d.2's standout features are a clean, intuitive layout, bulletproof construction, premium analog VCA circuitry, and ultra high-performance components.
Just a few of these standout components include:
An Infinium® optical, no-contact crossfader with adjustable tension
Mackie-designed mic and turntable preamps with superior detail and maximum "punch"
Smooth analog EQ with full kill capabilities
Optional FireWire I/O card for recording and playback of 24-bit audio directly to Mac or PC
3-position spring-loaded Transform switches
A solid 14-gauge all-steel chassis (thicker than Vestax, Rane, etc.)
The d.2 is the world's first DJ mixer to incorporate the revolutionary Infinium optical crossfader with adjustable tension. Based on the world's first optical, no-contact design, the Infinium crossfader delivers precise, ultra-smooth response for years... no matter how much you scratch. And without the risk of dust and grime deteriorating its audio performance, this crossfader will sound as good in 10 years as the day you bought your mixer. The Infinium crossfader features an adjustable tension control which can be set using a small screwdriver. So you can customize the fader feel to be as loose or tight as you desire.
The d.2 uses an all-analog Voltage-Controlled Amplifier (VCA) design with ultra high-performance components, tuned to provide the maximum headroom and lowest noise of any mixer in its class. Thanks to its VCA design, the d.2 is immune to the deterioration in sound quality plaguing traditional DJ mixers. Dust particles and the general crud of life will wreck old-school faders - but VCA faders power right through these obstacles night after night, year after year, to deliver rock-solid performance with zero audio degradation. VCAs also let you fine-tune the curves of all three faders to perfectly suit your style, and even reverse them via conveniently positioned controls.
The d.2 is the world's first mixer with an optional FireWire computer connection. With the FireWire card installed, you can connect the d.2 mixer to any Mac or PC (Mac OSX 10.3.5 and higher, Windows XP) to directly play back music from almost any music software application - including Traktor, Serato, Live, iTunes, and Windows Media Player. You just set the Input Select switch at the top of either or both channels to "FireWire," and mix two stereo tracks directly from your computer.
The FireWire card also lets you simultaneously record your DJ sets to your computer with no additional hardware required. This is perfect for DJs making mix CDs, recording podcasts, and literally dozens of other applications. It's the next step in the evolution of the DJ mixer, and you can only get it with the d.2.
In addition to its ultra-robust construction and comfortable layout, the d.2's control surface offers several cool performance features. Rotatable spring-loaded 3-position (on/off/momentary) switches provide a whole new world of Transformer effects. A Reverse switch and variable Contour control for each fader let you dial in the feel that's just right. And the Channel EQ gives you up to 10dB of boost or complete kill of each frequency range - complete with backlit blue knobs so you can see your EQ settings, even in low-light clubs and DJ booths.
