![]() ![]() One thing to note is that, unlike Scratch Live, when your record runs out the program will not automatically switch to flexible mode. Flexible mode allows you to remove the needle from the record all together and play the track internally. Absolute mode tracks the position of the needle on the record, while in relative a track will continue playing from its current position regardless of the needle’s position. When it comes to time-coded CDs it’s really more about the CD player you use than the CD.ĬROSS has 3 different modes with which to use your CDs or records, Absolute, Relative, and Flexible. The control CDs worked as expected and are comparable to other time-coded CDs out there. Those control records are also available for separate purchase, and would be highly recommended if you choose this DVS solution. ![]() There is a different version of CROSS than the one we were sent that comes bundled their audio interface and 12 inch records. If you have seen any of the nice you tube videos for CROSS you will quickly understand why they all show a DJ using 12 inch vinyl. The other major downside of a 7 inch record is the 4 minute length. Cuts and scratches can be tedious, and even back cueing proved difficult. If your used to 12″ records, playing with 7″ can be quite a challenge. Unfortunately, using the 7 inch control records was not as easy. Some may find it to be an eye sore, but I’m sure you’d eventually get used to it.Ĭalibrating the control vinyls was as simple as 1 click, and little bars in the top corners of the UI conveniently display the quality of the signal at all times. Unfortunately it retains its familiar blue/white theme which makes it look completely out of place with the black GUI. ITunes is full supported and integrated right into the browser. This functionality appears to be unique to CROSS and is very useful if you want to create a playlist quickly from your collection or iTunes. The cool feature here is that you can create a custom view by having more than one tab open at the same time. ![]() There are 5 media tabs available for your collection, track info, playlists, a file tree browser, and iTunes. I am happy to say that MV did not disappoint in this area. One of MixVibes top selling points for CROSS is its focus on track management, which DJTT regulars know is very important to me after writing 3 articles on Itunes track managment. ![]() A pitch black skin, combined with bright yellows and reds makes everything easy to see regardless of the lighting conditions. The first thing you’ll notice is how vivid and well designed the UI is. Installation of the latest version 1.2.5 was easy on my Macbook Pro and after a standard authorization key pop-up, I was on my way. The cross set up, which assumes you can get your hands on a suitable sound card contains: “That explains the size” I said to my dog Walter as I opened up the box. A sticker at the top however, kindly notified me that the system includes two 7 inch control records. The first thing I noticed was how small the packaging was for a standard digital vinyl system. This is one of the newer DVS systems on the market and DJ TT decided to tap yours truly for a review. On a cold rainy New England day, I fired up the latest vinyl control system from MixVibes known as CROSS. ![]()
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