CDX1 Offers Real Turntable Feel in a CD Player
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July 24, 2003
Numark debuted the CDX1 at Summer NAMM, a tabletop CD player
with an ultra-high torque motorized 12" platter that holds a vinyl record for the
ultimate in vinyl scratch feel. Styled after Numark's flagship TTX1 turntable, the
CDX1 features 4.5kg/cm torque direct drive motor, aluminum
platter, dual "battle-style" controls, and forward/reverse toggle. In addition, there is
a VFD display, full MP3 compatibility, slot-load CD transport, and
DSP functionality.
The CDX1 has several modes for scratching and looping, including auto beat
matching and smart looping, which uses the Beatkeeper to make perfect loops
every time. There is extensive cue store/recall with multiple sets for each CD. The
CDX1 also incorporates many beat-synched digital FX such as sonar, slide, filter,
echo, and chop. Effects can be manipulated with a separate control wheel interface.
The CDX1 offers a pitch slider programmable up to 100% pitch control, as well as a
100% key lock.
The CDX1 is fully MP3 compatible. All functions--like scratching and looping--that
can be done with regular CDs also work with MP3s. MP3 song titles appear on the
CDX1's VFD matrix display. Detailed and bright, the VFD display can be
toggled among four modes to provide detailed information, including BPM,
time, cue points, and advanced wave display. The CDX1 features a fast, slot-load CD
transport, and music can continue playing from the internal buffer even after the CD
is ejected.
For more information, visit their web site at www.numark.com. |
