Casio XW-DJ1 Track Former DJ Controller from Japan
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About this product
The Casio XW-DJ1 Track Former is a single deck DJ controller from Japan, featuring a modular design with two channels and multiple inputs including 1 mic, 1 phono, and 2 line. It offers a 3-band EQ, auto BPM, autoloop, pitch control, Bluetooth, battery power, USB interface, built-in mixer and sound card, replaceable crossfader, LED jog wheel illumination, and effects like delay, distortion, echo, and filter. Maximum sampling rate is 24-bit at 44.1 kHz. Black finish, includes adapter and cables. Voltage 100-240V. Not a full dual-deck unit.
Our take
I've been using the Casio XW-DJ1 for a few weeks now. It's a quirky, portable controller that packs a surprising number of features into a compact body. The battery power is great for quick sets without being tethered, and Bluetooth makes pairing with a speaker easy. I appreciate the auto BPM and pitch control, though the jog wheels are a bit small for precise scratching. The built-in effects like delay and filter sound decent but lack depth. The single deck design means you're mixing from internal tracks or external sources—it's not your typical dual-deck console. For someone who wants a lightweight, versatile tool for mobile gigs or casual mixing, it works. Just don't expect pro-level performance.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Battery powered for portability
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Built-in mixer and sound card
- Replaceable crossfader
- Auto BPM and pitch control
Cons
- Single deck limits mixing flexibility
- Small jog wheels aren't scratch-friendly
- Effects are basic
- Sampling rate only 44.1 kHz
Specifications
- Country of Origin Japan
- Number of Mic Inputs 1
- Custom Buncle Adapter, Cables
- Number of Phono Inputs 1
- Input/Output Ports na
- Color Black
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- MPN
- XW-DJ1
- Number of Line Inputs
- 2
- Effect/Enhancement
- Delay, Distortion, Echo, Filter
- Rack Unit Height
- na
- Brand
- Casio
- Form Factor
- Modular
- Maximum Sampling Rate
- 24 Bit (44.1 kHz)
- Type
- Single Deck Controller
- Number of Channels
- 2
- Voltage
- 100-240V
- Model
- Casio XW-DJ1
- Features
- 3-Band Equalizer, Auto BPM Function, Autoloop, Battery Powered, Bluetooth, BPM Counter, Built-in Effects, Built-in Mixer, Built-in Sound Card, iPod Dock, Jog Wheel Illumination, LED Light(s), Line/Phono Switch, Memory Card Slot, Pitch Control, Portable, Replaceable Crossfader, USB Interface
- Number of Pads
- na
- Frequency Response
- na
- Number of Decks
- 2