Vestax VCI-300 Dedicated USB MIDI DJ Controller for Serato ITCH (Black)

by Vestax

Product Features

• Dedicated DJ system pairs Vestax VCI-300 MIDI DJ controller with serato ITCH DJ software
• VCI-300 mixer offers control over more than 90 parameters/functions, 4-in/4-out audio interface
• Adjustable jog wheel torque and fader curve control for performance optimization
• ITCH software features a simple user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information
• AIFF, WAV, MP3 and AAC audio file support, along with Input and Mix recording capability

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 14 x 14 x 2 inches ; 9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 10 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0019OML12
• Item model number: VCI-300
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #2,329 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

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Product Description

Product Description

Vestax and Serato have joined forces. Sharing their technology and compiled feedback from Pro DJ's and users from around the world, they have created a dedicated DJ USB MIDI / Audio system and software offering absolute control. The VCI-300 is a dedicated USB MIDI controller for the included Serato DJ software. It also comes with a built in audio interface with standard 4-in/4-out and headphone connection, which means all you need for DJing is the VCI-300, a laptop and a set of headphones.

A dedicated DJ USB MIDI/audio system with software, for absolute control. Click to enlarge.

All you need for DJing is the VCI-300, a laptop and a set of headphones.

Clean and simple software user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information. Click to enlarge.

VCI-300 MIDI Controller

High Resolution Control
The VCI-300 can control more than 90 parameters and functions of the included Serato software with high resolution MIDI signals sent via USB. The pulse resolution of the JOG wheel and pitch control fader is 4 times higher than the VCI-100 and provides precise control of each function. The pitch control fader also shares the same high quality fader parts of the input fader for advanced operability.

Superb Audio
The built-in audio interface carries a Audio Codec IC with crystal-clear sound, generated by a delta-sigma modulation 24 bit stereo D/A-A/D converter. Audio connection includes 1 stereo input, 1 MIC input and 2 stereo output (Master L/R, Monitor L/R).

Level Indication
A 12 level LED L/R indicator is set in the center of the top panel to monitor sound levels.

File Control
Audio files in the software library can be easily selected and controlled with the CRATES / FILES / BROWSE key and the cursor switch inherited from the VCM-100.

Emergency Thru Switch
The Emergency Thru Switch located on the rear panel is a countermeasure where you can use the VCI-300 with the provided ITCH software or without the computer connected if you simply want to play music from your external CD or MP3 player. The ITCH software reads music from your iTunes library or the Serato library you use for Scratch LIVE, making it the perfect device for recreational or professional DJ's.

Adjustable Jog Wheel Torque
The torque of each JOG wheel can be adjusted to prevent them from moving from low frequency feedback and altering the pitch when using the VCI-300 in such places like clubs.

Fader Curve Control
The fader curve of each fader can be adjusted to the preferred characteristics for long mixes, scratching and any other style.

serato ITCH Software

Integrated software and hardware solution for a range of mixing styles from super-clubs to house parties. Perfect for digital music selectors, DJs, venues, radio stations and music lovers that want more control.

ITCH Features

• High performance portable music system that allows internal mixing and platter style playback control.
• Integrated "one to one" hardware to software mapping for instant control and minimum setup time.
• Interoperable with Scratch LIVE crates, loops and cue points, also support for iTunes.
• Audio processing and internal mixing via Serato ITCH software, Channel fading, EQ, cross fading and track trim are processed in software with audio and headphone monitoring on the ITCH hardware.
• Clean and simple software user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information.
• Auto Tempo Matching and Beat Sync.
• Optimal Gain and BPM Calculation.
• Serato's unique color waveforms for easy identification of sound.
• Set and store Cue-points.
• Manual and Auto Loop activation.
• Music Library management tools for backup and restore.
• Input and Mix recording capability.
• AIFF, WAV, MP3 and AAC audio file support
• Built-in multi-lingual help tools with Serato customer support and software update program.

What's in the Box

Vestax VCI-300 DJ Controller, serato ITCH Installation CD, USB Cable, User Manual, Warranty Card

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Vestax VCI 300 w/Serato Itch, December 28, 2008

By	Jonathan D. Bates "JDBATES1" (New York, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Vestax VCI-300 Dedicated USB MIDI DJ Controller for Serato ITCH (Black) (Electronics)

I absolutely love this machine! Vestax VCI 300 is not a toy inasmuch an extremely well built, professional looking, all in 1, plug & play DJ Controller. The high quality adjustable tension platters are precise and have a good turntable-like feel. The faders also feel well and are positioned nicely. The Serato Itch program is very comprehensively laid out, uncomplicated, and held up for 6+ straight hours of glitch free dj'ing! The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is because Serato Itch has no effects and does not read WMA files. I hope the final version of Serato upgrade software will! Very good investment indeed, the days of the turntable may indeed be numbered!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars vci 300 Very nice, March 30, 2009

By	jpcsmcmjc (usa ma) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Vestax VCI-300 Dedicated USB MIDI DJ Controller for Serato ITCH (Black) (Electronics)

I have had this for a week now. The first day I played with it for about three hours nonstop and it worked great. The next day a played for about two hours and I had a small hiccup in the system but since then have not had any problems. I have used this for around 10 hours. As it stands I love this thing. It works great and YES you really can scratch with this. No audio effects other than reverse and setting up que points as a sample.

5.0 out of 5 stars Vextax VCI-300 with Itch, August 16, 2010

By	Cparch - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Vestax VCI-300 Dedicated USB MIDI DJ Controller for Serato ITCH (Black) (Electronics)

EXCELLENT! Takes Dj's to a whole new level. Make's it fun and easy.