Pioneer DJ Mixer DJM - A9 

The DJM-A9’s new layout designmakesitmore instinctive and comfortable to play.Spacingwas addedaroundthe EQ knobs. The channel faders and the MAGVEL FADER crossfader areslickerthan those on theDJM-900NXS2,to enableperformerstomix and scratchmoreefficiently.And the Sound Color FX include the world’sfirst Center Lock feature, to ensure artists don’t accidentally cross over between the hi/low parameters.

Beat FX are more instinctive to use on the DJM-A9 thanks to the new color display and revamped X-Pad, which isnow arranged horizontally for simple, sideways finger sliding. The Beat FX channel selector is now a dedicatedbutton, enabling quicker effect routing, and the Multi I/O section has been upgraded to offer true send capabilities.In total, there are 14 Beat FX to play with, including 3 new ones.

Through fine-tuning and improved construction with carefully selected components, the microphone sectionof theDJM-A9brings new possibilities when streaming or MCing.Artistscan connect a condenser mic directly to theDJM-A9 for the best possible vocal sound quality thanks to the phantom power supply to the mic input, which isan industry-first feature on a DJ mixer. To dynamically change the sound of the artists voice, thereare 3 differentmic effects plus a dedicated reverb to play with.

Changing DJs or playing back-to-back is a breeze on the DJM-A9 thanks to the dual sets of USB Type-B and Type-C ports, which enable artists to connect two PCs/Macs running either rekordboxor Serato DJ Pro. And the mixer’sexpanded connectivity opens up new possibilities for artists performances. If an artist wants to play tracks from amobile device,Bluetooth®/MDinput makes it easy on the DJM-A9. The audio can be routed to any channel, and an artist can use all the mixer’s effects to change the sound.The DJM-A9 is compatible with the upcoming version of rekordbox, which will be available in March 2023. To usethe mixer with Serato DJ Pro, artists will need to buy alicense or subscriptionfor the software and download thelatest versionhere. The mixer supports DVS control via either application.

KEY FEATURES

Clear Sound Quality:

The next generation DJM-A9 mixer is equipped with an ESS Technology 32-bit high-quality A/D converter while the master and booth output sections employ 32-bit high-quality D/A converters.

Evolved playability:

With higher-quality, and slicker channel faders than the DJM-900NXS2, plus the third-generation MAGVEL FADER crossfader, artists can produce silky-smooth mixing and rapid, stable scratching. The DJM-A9 also adds increased spacing around the EQ knobs and bright LEDs in the channel section for an easier visual grasp on sound levels.

Sound Color FX:

With the industry-first Center Lock feature for Sound Color FX, each knob will stop turning once the knob has reached the center position.

Advanced Beat FX:

A new color display helps artists to quickly and accurately understand the status of the selected effect, and it features lighting that corresponds with the X-Pad’s horizontal arrangement, enabling more intuitive control with a simple finger slide. Artists can use the X-Pad to change the Echo and Ping Pong effects to create a unique analog tape-style sound. And, within the 14 total Beat FX, there are 3 new ones you can use to add extra variation to your performances:

• Mobius: Changes the frequency of the oscillator to constantly rise or fall in time with the beat. 
• Triplet Filter: Changes the cut-off frequency cyclically for the filter according to the beat (based on 3 beats). 
• Triplet Roll: Outputs the recorded sound repeatedly according to the specified beat fraction (based on 3 beats).

Expanded connectivity:

Connect two different PC/Mac computers at the same time using dual USB Type-B and USB Type-C ports for seamless transitions between DJs and easy back-to-sets. Additionally, the Bluetooth input routes to any channel on the DJM-A9 to wirelessly drop audio tracks into sets from other devices and use all the mixers features and effects. The Multi I/O section has an independent channel selector to allow the use of external effects separately from Beat FX, giving the DJM-A9 true send capabilities.

Dual Independent Headphone Outputs and Booth EQ:

Two DJs can plug in headphones simultaneously with separate cue buttons, volume knobs, and mix balance knobs for each set of headphones, making it easier to cue tracks during changeovers. There is also a 2-band booth EQ,

Support for the Brand-New Stagehand App and Built-In Sound Check function:

The DJM-A9 is compatible with Pioneer DJ’s new Stagehand app for iPad, the industry-first PRO DJ LINK remote management app for front-of-house teams. To download the Stagehand app, visit the App Store.