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Vci380 vs ddj-sx

DJ NoNseNse 9:45 AM - 26 January, 2013
Now that both controllers have been out for a while. Which one is better and is more reliable?
phatbob 10:10 AM - 26 January, 2013
I have both.

They are equally reliable if you have a decent computer.

The 380 only has Itch right now, which is limited compared to the Serato DJ software, but the 380 will be getting a free upgrade to that soon.

Which is better, depends on your needs.

The SX is a massive 4-deck behemoth, the 380 is nice and compact.
DJ NoNseNse 3:43 PM - 26 January, 2013
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I have both.

They are equally reliable if you have a decent computer.

The 380 only has Itch right now, which is limited compared to the Serato DJ software, but the 380 will be getting a free upgrade to that soon.

Which is better, depends on your needs.

The SX is a massive 4-deck behemoth, the 380 is nice and compact.


Why do you have both? I have been reading about drop outs and serato crashing from mostly people that have decent computers. I never had issues using scratch live so I'm a little nervous switching over but I need something more portable.
DJ NoNseNse 3:22 AM - 27 January, 2013
nobody else?
DJ_X_Trodinaire 5:23 AM - 27 January, 2013
I have both too. Cant really properly compare without Serato DJ being available for VCI380.
I enjoyed the first VCI300. The 380 is definitely a major upgrade.

No major issue with SL or Itch and I still use both.
I have not seen any issue with Serato DJ.
DJ_X_Trodinaire 5:26 AM - 27 January, 2013
Size comparison
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DJ NoNseNse 6:01 AM - 27 January, 2013
What made you decided to get both?
wicked223 12:59 PM - 27 January, 2013
because he is a dj gear whore
DJ_X_Trodinaire 8:30 PM - 27 January, 2013
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because he is a dj gear whore


+10 LoL

I will not deny that. :)
Dj Nyce 9:52 PM - 27 January, 2013
These are two different controllers. One is a small 2 ch and the other is a large 4 ch.

I think it comes down to portability. If you need something backpack size get the 380 or the 400.

If size isn't an issue I would go with the sx or the ns7 mk2.
Rebelguy 10:32 PM - 27 January, 2013
How about sound quality between the two? Also, is the mic input better on the VCI? The SX mic input sucks.

Nm
DJ_X_Trodinaire 12:22 AM - 28 January, 2013
VCI380 has 2 mic inputs; xlr and 1/4 and is a vast improvement over the VCI300 with its mic sound delay.

VCI300 and 380 did not have dedicated Mic EQ

DDJSX has dedicated EQs and "ducking" mic talk over.

I am no hype man or an MC so all I can say is that both DDJSX and VCI380 works for simple announcement.

Also, I prefer to use an external mixer since sometimes I do karaoke. Using an external mixer is definitely a lot better than using the mics on both Controllers.