Oh man I started on this mixer and I have to say that it still beats every "all-in-one" mixer I've ever come across (except for the s4). This is THE mixer to get for those beginners trying to get a feel for mixing. The only issue I had with it was that the compatibility with Traktor is shoddy and Torq isn't as stable as some of the other big mixing software. I still highly recommend for anyone who is a beginner and doesn't want to spend a fortune
this is the where i first heard about the exponent, and even torq for that matter, i just ordered one, and from all the research i've done, i'm pretty satisfied, i hope it works as well in real life as it looks like it does everywhere.
The demonstration looks impressive. What it doesn't show you is the hell on earth it is to install the software/driver components on some computers. Something I've been working on on mine for over an hour, now.
I wish you could elaborate on this. I've been dj'ing since 1996. I love vinyls as much as anybody. I have over 4000 records. Laptop dj'ing changes the game completely. The track accessibility is remarkable and the creativity factor is also absolutely amazing. I can put this thing and my MacBook Air under my arm and be out the door. Soooooooo much better than the days of lugging crates of vinyl and tables with you to every party you go to.
I bought this controller because of its affordablity and number of options to control. I'll eventually move onto other equipment as I save money, but for any beginning dj this equipment is choice. I also enjoy the user friendly torque program. All you need to do is choose the folder and all your songs from your laptop or external hard drive can easily be organized by bpm. Being able to sort thousands of songs by bpm creates endless mixing allows for discovery of new mixes between songs
Minimal Techno DJ right here so we're on the same page. I would say to definitely go with the xponent because there are tons of effects and the midi controlled knobs and xy pad works beautifully. It gives you perfect response for your mix. Oh yeah and if you don't like the software it comes with, VDJ has even more effects and the controller is mapped out perfectly so that it works flawlessly.
Hi DeeJayTan, Okay thanks for the cool info :-) I had no idea, but will look into getting an external soundcard to see the difference. I was hoping my PC and Mac soundcard was enough...but I imagine there's another level of quality to reach. Thanks again and keep making music!
great demo i have one love-it love-it.just takes sometime adjust to all the controls but user friendly . it's a remixers wet dream crazy effects also you can add tons of effects too.looks cheap in videos but well built indeed ,i been waiting something like this for along time.
I bought this and returned it within a week...I bought the VCI-300 with SERATO ITCH and I love it....I DJ in clubs and parties and the VCI is by far the best combo of Portability and quality...
I just got mine delivered, the Xponent Controller, but I didn't realize the software needs to be activated. Can anyone provide guidance with codes or ID's?
1 question. usually in a traditional kit, the mixer has a seperate crossfader for the headphones....so one can hear the left cd player, whilst the right plays to the audiance.....basicly what i want to know is, how can you preview the left deck over the headphones, while the right plays, and vice versa..?
the jog wheels do both pitch bend on the side, and on the top of the jog wheels, they emulate a vinyl start/stop feel. the sensitivity for both actions are user adjustible with the software. and, they don't feel cheap either.
I've had a 4x4 M-Box that I've been using for 8 years almost. It has never had a problem. If you are concerned about what will happen to the equipment then get cases for it. Welcome to the age of technology. Expensive gear that breaks easily.
@djivimix. I have been using the xponent for over a year and it is great. I wouldn't replace it with anything. I use it with Torq and still use all my hardware.
I was wondering about the jogs ... are those really that loose as it shows in the video when you spin them around? Is there any possibilities to change the resistance? Looks like Hercules MK2 jogs (for the resistence) and I didnt like them at all. Push them a little, and they spin for 5mins :D I'm just starting this whole dj-stuff, but I really liked the touch with cdj-400 and cdj-1000
1 more thing i was wondering about this unit, i noticed that not all videos of the xponent show its beatmatched flashing leds.,,,,, is there some special way to activate this feature??? not all of them appear to do this....
i was wondering if you can here the sound out of ur xponent headphone plugin and also when u here one deck on ur headphones it still b playing in ur speakers?
hey,when you use the mic on this console, do you need to use one of the channels on the mixer or does have a separate channel for that? I use BCD3000 from behringer, but using Virtual vinyl software I can't use the MIC, and if I use the traktor software that comes with it, everytime I need to use the mic I loose channel 1, so it's either you talk or you mix... THX a lot!!! awesome vids. planning to trade the BCD for this one.
i set my Torq Expo. up to my P4 toshiba laptop and I get a hummmm or hisss sound, I read that its due to grounding whats the best thing I can do? the thing is that on my mac desktop i dont get thats hummm noise....Please reply...tanx
Yup I agree Sw1pe, I got the M-Audio Mixlab Pro Session which is the $100.00 product and after a week of having it, the controller stopped mapping to the correct buttons with torq software. I had to reset it multiple times before calling tech support. I had to return this item. So I might get the NS7 from Numark or Vestax 300
lets say if we want to hook this thing w/ some speakers or stage mixer would that work instantly? or should we have another additional gear?? and could it work w/ serato scratch or virtual dj??
the pot in the vst section is the send or the output of the vst after that you can chose as well as the effect if you send or overlay to the song after al push the power button hope it works
i need to know if you can; change the pitch of a song to play it faster or slower save your own mixes direct onto your computer/laptop and how many connections do you need to be able to hook this thing up to the laptop? is it just one USB port?
@AceOfSpadesx94 activate the headphones listen button - it's green and on the top left and right sides of the controller. Then increase the cue volume, bottom middle two knobs.
this controller looks great! I was thinking of the numark omni which is about £50 cheaper but the bigger jog wheels might swing it for me. Is the filter the only effect that can be controlled using the touch pad or can you assign others? Thanks
@Tubemaster32 hey mate i've got to ask you, is it true what they say about its sliders like giving no backward push(if u can see what i mean). if its not ok, if it is, is it annoying?
Nice! :) 2 Quick questions, as im thinkin 2 get this kit on wednesday. 1. Can you use headphones in this and preview just 1 track in your ear headphones. So the crowd can't hear it before it goes live. How do you switch between the 2 while u mix? 2. Do the pitch sliders lock the speed so u can only speed up and slow down the track, or do they allow you to change just the pitch of the song instead? Or can you do both? Ne1 get bak 2 me plz as im thinkin 2 get mine on weds. :)
does any one know how to get the song to play back immediately after you pause it because i feel this is holding back my scratching cuz theres a slight delay when you let off where a vinyl starts playing instantly when you tap(pause) or like trying to scratch samples
I just bought one and my initial feedback on it is very positive. I've played with the Hercules DJC2 and Behringer BCD3000, and the Xponent is by far a superior product. This is not a TOY. The shuttle jogs are HEAVY, which is a great emulation of a turntable platter "feel." Switching to "vinyl" mode allows you to initiate your mix just like you would with TT's and "push off" with the shuttle jog wheels. Will post more comments after I play around with it more...
Is this just for Home Use or can you take this to a Club or Party and mix with it...I want to connect this thing to a computer then to an Amp or to Power Speakers. Can this product do that?
How hard is it to set up this mixer with Traktor Dj 3 (Ver 3.3.1060) with MIDI or does it come with the set up file or does any one have a file already set up with the M-Audio Torq Xponent Midi Mixer?
Im weighing up between Xponent with Torq, or A+H Xone 4D with Traktor. I know which ones the cheaper option, but can saving up for the A+H be justified? What does the extra cash get me? Any thoughts or experiences?
Looks awsome.. thank you. I am using ZVirtual Dj software now and i don't have any mixers. I was thinking of purchasing Hercules MK2, but with a little bit more money I would get this, which is more professional in my opinion
Can I use the xponent as my only mixer? do I HAVE to use the pc in order to mix at gigs, and if not can i use the effects as a normal mixer? I have the cash in hand, i just need to know the answer to this questions in order to make me rush to the store downtown and buy it! :D
@TheBenjaminge I think you should get the Numark iDJ3. It's $100 less but only has simple controls. But it has a direct link in the centre for iPods and iPhones.
it's simple in the setup menu in plugin preference just show to Torq where your's vst folder is and put yes after that restart torq and the loading will be more longer but every vst will be load into torq enjoy
@FTWOllie Thanks, but i've ordered this, it was just for at parties and gigs because some of my mates throw me their iPod sometimes requesting a track. It would just be handy, thanks though man and great review!
i got a mac with 512 mb RAM. it says i need 1 gig. do i absolutely need one 1gig to run torq or will torq still run on my computer okay? thanks for any help you have
i cant seem to download thier suit, so I use virtual dj. But where do I get songs like this? Is this considered techno? I just want to know where I can get these tunes.
how do u know they work together? can u send me to a link where i can find the place to do this? i have torq and my bestfriend has serato it would be great to be able to use both since we dj at the same club together and its annoying to keep swithcing from torq to serato mid performance
Hi Does anyone know if the Torq Xponent soundcard is better than the laptop's soundcard? I play music files from my laptop to a mixer to an Amp and get decent sound. So is the Torq soundcard necessary? Thanks to all
I need some helpful suggestions, i recently got the xponent but i have an amp that has bare wire and the 1/4 inch connections, anyone know how to rig it up with the xponent.????
Is this anygd for any who is a beginner and wants to try DJing as a hobbie im realy into minimal and progressive house n trance sort of stuff would this be any gd for me to use it seems quite simple
I remember watching this video 14yrs ago and than buying this controller. I still have it.
Oh man I started on this mixer and I have to say that it still beats every "all-in-one" mixer I've ever come across (except for the s4). This is THE mixer to get for those beginners trying to get a feel for mixing. The only issue I had with it was that the compatibility with Traktor is shoddy and Torq isn't as stable as some of the other big mixing software.
I still highly recommend for anyone who is a beginner and doesn't want to spend a fortune
so true about the traktor and torq issues.
The very first controller I ever used, bought and learned to DJ with....memories!
Same lol, I still have mine
So nice to see whats new out there these days .
Really outstanding product review. Very interesting control surface. I'm especially impressed that it has a mouse touchpad that doubles as a kaos pad.
this is the where i first heard about the exponent, and even torq for that matter, i just ordered one, and from all the research i've done, i'm pretty satisfied, i hope it works as well in real life as it looks like it does everywhere.
Bring back the days of two decks & a mixer.
I have just bought one for myself, in short time's coming on my desk here in RO. I can't wait dor it !!!
This brings back so many memories
The demonstration looks impressive. What it doesn't show you is the hell on earth it is to install the software/driver components on some computers. Something I've been working on on mine for over an hour, now.
wow, very good piece for creating beautiful sounds effects.
Thanks for posted.
wow, that visual feedback is prolly an amazing helper for beatmatching.
I wish you could elaborate on this. I've been dj'ing since 1996. I love vinyls as much as anybody. I have over 4000 records. Laptop dj'ing changes the game completely. The track accessibility is remarkable and the creativity factor is also absolutely amazing. I can put this thing and my MacBook Air under my arm and be out the door. Soooooooo much better than the days of lugging crates of vinyl and tables with you to every party you go to.
I bought this controller because of its affordablity and number of options to control. I'll eventually move onto other equipment as I save money, but for any beginning dj this equipment is choice. I also enjoy the user friendly torque program. All you need to do is choose the folder and all your songs from your laptop or external hard drive can easily be organized by bpm. Being able to sort thousands of songs by bpm creates endless mixing allows for discovery of new mixes between songs
Minimal Techno DJ right here so we're on the same page. I would say to definitely go with the xponent because there are tons of effects and the midi controlled knobs and xy pad works beautifully. It gives you perfect response for your mix.
Oh yeah and if you don't like the software it comes with, VDJ has even more effects and the controller is mapped out perfectly so that it works flawlessly.
Will this work with virtual dj?
I was out and I got to try it. It's pretty rad.
Hi DeeJayTan, Okay thanks for the cool info :-) I had no idea, but will look into getting an external soundcard to see the difference. I was hoping my PC and Mac soundcard was enough...but I imagine there's another level of quality to reach. Thanks again and keep making music!
Thank you this was very helpful! !!!😊
great demo.
I want one of these so much!!!
it does, they are the two arrows poiting opposite directions above the crossfader
great demo i have one love-it love-it.just takes sometime adjust to all the controls but user friendly . it's a remixers wet dream crazy effects also you can add tons of effects too.looks cheap in videos but well built indeed ,i been waiting something like this for along time.
looks like a nice thing to play with
I bought this and returned it within a week...I bought the VCI-300 with SERATO ITCH and I love it....I DJ in clubs and parties and the VCI is by far the best combo of Portability and quality...
I just got mine delivered, the Xponent Controller, but I didn't realize the software needs to be activated. Can anyone provide guidance with codes or ID's?
that is an awesome controller
1 question. usually in a traditional kit, the mixer has a seperate crossfader for the headphones....so one can hear the left cd player, whilst the right plays to the audiance.....basicly what i want to know is, how can you preview the left deck over the headphones, while the right plays, and vice versa..?
man this is freakin awesome, I sooo wanna get this!!!!!!!!
the jog wheels do both pitch bend on the side, and on the top of the jog wheels, they emulate a vinyl start/stop feel. the sensitivity for both actions are user adjustible with the software. and, they don't feel cheap either.
I've had a 4x4 M-Box that I've been using for 8 years almost. It has never had a problem. If you are concerned about what will happen to the equipment then get cases for it. Welcome to the age of technology. Expensive gear that breaks easily.
wow this thing is a dream for bedroom DJ's
I really want one of these badly!
When i upgrade i am seriously considering this
I wish there was something for Traktor like this. I'm just stuck on Traktor but maybe this thing will be easy to get into.
i just got this can anyone guide me to download the softwire i went in m-audio homepage I dont know which to download please help. thanks
I got one and I´m pretty satisfied. Great tool;
@djivimix. I have been using the xponent for over a year and it is great. I wouldn't replace it with anything. I use it with Torq and still use all my hardware.
i played with one the other day, tons of fun!!!
I was wondering about the jogs ... are those really that loose as it shows in the video when you spin them around? Is there any possibilities to change the resistance? Looks like Hercules MK2 jogs (for the resistence) and I didnt like them at all. Push them a little, and they spin for 5mins :D I'm just starting this whole dj-stuff, but I really liked the touch with cdj-400 and cdj-1000
i think most of important thing is music and way of spread the music,torg will help more people hear and listen music for sure ;)
1 more thing i was wondering about this unit, i noticed that not all videos of the xponent show its beatmatched flashing leds.,,,,, is there some special way to activate this feature??? not all of them appear to do this....
My friends trying to sell me a used one. Missing one knob but it works. How much should i pay/offer.
i was wondering if you can here the sound out of ur xponent headphone plugin and also when u here one deck on ur headphones it still b playing in ur speakers?
hey,when you use the mic on this console, do you need to use one of the channels on the mixer or does have a separate channel for that? I use BCD3000 from behringer, but using Virtual vinyl software I can't use the MIC, and if I use the traktor software that comes with it, everytime I need to use the mic I loose channel 1, so it's either you talk or you mix... THX a lot!!! awesome vids. planning to trade the BCD for this one.
That is soo cool it makes me wana get one!! :)
This is soooo sick!!!!!!!!!!!!1 Love it!!!!!
i set my Torq Expo. up to my P4 toshiba laptop and I get a hummmm or hisss sound, I read that its due to grounding whats the best thing I can do? the thing is that on my mac desktop i dont get thats hummm noise....Please reply...tanx
Yup I agree Sw1pe, I got the M-Audio Mixlab Pro Session which is the $100.00 product and after a week of having it, the controller stopped mapping to the correct buttons with torq software. I had to reset it multiple times before calling tech support. I had to return this item. So I might get the NS7 from Numark or Vestax 300
lets say if we want to hook this thing w/ some speakers or stage mixer would that work instantly? or should we have another additional gear?? and could it work w/ serato scratch or virtual dj??
Can you use your external PC speakers with torq / xponent for booth monitoring instead of needing seperate monitors?
really like the layout of this controller. except the pitch control not being on the outside.
will i get clowned on if I show to a gig with this.
I love virtual DJ but I hate that it "pitches". I just want to move the tempo, not the pitch. Any idea how to do that?
the pot in the vst section is the send or the output of the vst after that you can chose as well as the effect if you send or overlay to the song after al push the power button hope it works
i need to know if you can;
change the pitch of a song to play it faster or slower
save your own mixes direct onto your computer/laptop
and how many connections do you need to be able to hook this thing up to the laptop? is it just one USB port?
hello I would have a little problem I nn does kaos pad
Could you tell me how it's done? thanks
@AceOfSpadesx94 activate the headphones listen button - it's green and on the top left and right sides of the controller. Then increase the cue volume, bottom middle two knobs.
this controller looks great! I was thinking of the numark omni which is about £50 cheaper but the bigger jog wheels might swing it for me. Is the filter the only effect that can be controlled using the touch pad or can you assign others? Thanks
@Tubemaster32 hey mate i've got to ask you, is it true what they say about its sliders like giving no backward push(if u can see what i mean). if its not ok, if it is, is it annoying?
good to hear your opinion, after all, none of us are right, we just have our own views on everything
I bought a Hercules 500 last month and now I wish I had known about this one. I am an M-Audio guy
i always want one! just not too sure if the quality of the choons are the same on cdj's or Turntables. or will it be good also for club use.
Nice! :) 2 Quick questions, as im thinkin 2 get this kit on wednesday.
1. Can you use headphones in this and preview just 1 track in your ear headphones. So the crowd can't hear it before it goes live. How do you switch between the 2 while u mix?
2. Do the pitch sliders lock the speed so u can only speed up and slow down the track, or do they allow you to change just the pitch of the song instead? Or can you do both?
Ne1 get bak 2 me plz as im thinkin 2 get mine on weds. :)
@randomguy434 yes, you can disable the lights.
does any one know how to get the song to play back immediately after you pause it because i feel this is holding back my scratching cuz theres a slight delay when you let off where a vinyl starts playing instantly when you tap(pause) or like trying to scratch samples
I just bought one and my initial feedback on it is very positive. I've played with the Hercules DJC2 and Behringer BCD3000, and the Xponent is by far a superior product. This is not a TOY.
The shuttle jogs are HEAVY, which is a great emulation of a turntable platter "feel." Switching to "vinyl" mode allows you to initiate your mix just like you would with TT's and "push off" with the shuttle jog wheels.
Will post more comments after I play around with it more...
can someone explain what the transform buttons do?
Is this just for Home Use or can you take this to a Club or Party and mix with it...I want to connect this thing to a computer then to an Amp or to Power Speakers. Can this product do that?
excuse me do you need extra sound card to connect it to laptop??? please reply. thank you.
and what about tempo? is there this function or just pitch? tempo is useful for harmonic mixing..
How hard is it to set up this mixer with Traktor Dj 3 (Ver 3.3.1060) with MIDI or does it come with the set up file or does any one have a file already set up with the M-Audio Torq Xponent Midi Mixer?
Im weighing up between Xponent with Torq, or A+H Xone 4D with Traktor.
I know which ones the cheaper option, but can saving up for the A+H be justified? What does the extra cash get me? Any thoughts or experiences?
I liken this but in your opinion whats the best Midi DJ Controller available on the market right now, in this price range..??
thanx for the review
i'm a torq user, and i want this thing so bad. but the traktor s2 looks so sexy.
thanks for the vid does the xponent come with the full torque software ?
thanks
Looks awsome.. thank you. I am using ZVirtual Dj software now and i don't have any mixers. I was thinking of purchasing Hercules MK2, but with a little bit more money I would get this, which is more professional in my opinion
Can I use the xponent as my only mixer? do I HAVE to use the pc in order to mix at gigs, and if not can i use the effects as a normal mixer? I have the cash in hand, i just need to know the answer to this questions in order to make me rush to the store downtown and buy it! :D
it looks mad cool but isnt it possible to do all this in ableton with a cheap m-audio controller with knobs and sliders?
Hey is this the torq xponent 1.5 or is it the normal? And if ya have the 1.5, do ya know if the normal xponent has an audio interface?
yeah really does it have tempo not just pitch? and it plays mp3 not just audio cd as i understood right? can u use dvds?
@TheBenjaminge I think you should get the Numark iDJ3. It's $100 less but only has simple controls. But it has a direct link in the centre for iPods and iPhones.
it's simple in the setup menu in plugin preference just show to Torq where your's vst folder is and put yes after that restart torq and the loading will be more longer but every vst will be load into torq enjoy
@djmag can u tell me gow did u set up the audio section ?
Is the beat repeat and wind down a default effect on the software?
@FTWOllie Thanks, but i've ordered this, it was just for at parties and gigs because some of my mates throw me their iPod sometimes requesting a track. It would just be handy, thanks though man and great review!
how stable is it?? does it have a "jukebox" mode to u can load up a playlist & let it play through?
i got a mac with 512 mb RAM. it says i need 1 gig. do i absolutely need one 1gig to run torq or will torq still run on my computer okay? thanks for any help you have
i cant seem to download thier suit, so I use virtual dj. But where do I get songs like this? Is this considered techno? I just want to know where I can get these tunes.
how do u know they work together? can u send me to a link where i can find the place to do this? i have torq and my bestfriend has serato it would be great to be able to use both since we dj at the same club together and its annoying to keep swithcing from torq to serato mid performance
Hi Does anyone know if the Torq Xponent soundcard is better than the laptop's soundcard? I play music files from my laptop to a mixer to an Amp and get decent sound. So is the Torq soundcard necessary? Thanks to all
hey what kind of power supply does he have?
Mine broke down for some reason and i need to find another one.
I need some helpful suggestions, i recently got the xponent but i have an amp that has bare wire and the 1/4 inch connections, anyone know how to rig it up with the xponent.????
@zutilol yeah i seen the new denon but what program does it come with?
oOo. very snazzy. thanks man.
How did you get the lights to go to the beat?? Just picked one up noobin it out....
It is. It's working with anything MIDI.
Also is there a way to turn off the flashing leds they would be so irritating mixing dnb!
Good's work!
Is this anygd for any who is a beginner and wants to try DJing as a hobbie im realy into minimal and progressive house n trance sort of stuff would this be any gd for me to use it seems quite simple
i got this controller and its amazing thing