![]() ![]() We tested it with Virtual DJ LE, Serato DJ Intro and Algoriddim’s djay 2 software. In Use The WeGO3 is compatible with a variety of software including Serato DJ and Traktor, and can even be used with djay 2 for the iPad, hence the various rear connections. If you used it with Serato DJ Intro or Virtual DJ LE, again you’d have to purchase the software were you to decide to upgrade to the full version. you can also buy Algoriddim’s djay 2 and vjay software from the App Store for both iPhone and iPad to use the controller natively with, and it is supported in Traktor Pro 2 since v2.6.8, too, although again you’d have to purchase this. The controller comes with Virtual DJ LE and djay for Mac LE, but will work fine with Serato DJ Intro, which you can download from Serato’s website, giving you three out-of-the-box laptop options. Also notable about the unit’s layout are the buttons around each jogwheel, although it turns out that they are all performing standard functions so this is basically a stylistic decision.Īs a compact controller designed to provide fun but basic control of a whole range of software, compromises have certainly been made in what controls are offered and to what standard for instance, the pitch controls are awfully short-throw, there’s no cue mix for the headphones (although you can choose to monitor the master mix in your headphones via a switch), and no dedicated filters or gain controls. Physically, a slot across the back of the unit lets you place your iDevice for a snug fit (a bit like the Reloop Beatpad / Beatpad 2, although at a more useful viewing angle). A slot at the top of the WeGO3 lets you lodge iDevices up to the size of an iPad. Apart from all of this, there’s a standard 1/4″ microphone jack with volume control, and RCA unbalanced output connections. ![]() There’s a USB socket on the back which is usual for DJ controllers (for connecting a laptop), but in this instance, it can also be used for connecting to a USB mobile battery or USB power adaptor, again useful when DJing with iPad or iPhone.Ī supplied custom connector-to-Lightning lead is provided for connecting your iDevice (30-pin would need to be bought separately should you have an older device), and another nice touch in this miniaturised world is the inclusion of 1/8″ and 1/4″ headphones connectors. To start with it comes with an AC adaptor (essential when using with iPad or iPhone in order to both power the unit, and to charge your iDevice while DJing). For all its obvious consumer leanings, it’s actually quite an assured design, and sleeker and more professional looking than the previous models.Īs the unit will work with various DJ software on iPad, iPhone and laptop, it has more input and output options than most. ![]() It’s dinky and colourful (especially when you take into account the gimmicky “pulse control” LED jogwheel lights), but actually, it’s more “grown up” looking than the previous models, sporting an aluminium top panel and a sturdy, plastic shell that overall feels reasonably weighty and serious. First Impressions / Setting up The DDJ-WeGO3 is the latest model in Pioneer’s WeGO series, and certainly the most “grown up” looking in the series so far. ![]()
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