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PROFESSIONAL TABLETOP CD PLAYER

USER MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 7. Heat Appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 8. Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label. If you are not sure of the type of power sup-ply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer the operating instructions. 9. Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alter-nation-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 10. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to the cord in correspondence of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 11. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. Clean by wiping with a cloth slightly damp with water. Avoid getting water inside the appliance. 12. For AC line powered units - Before returning repaired unit to user, use an ohm-meter to measure from both AC plug blades to all exposed metallic parts. The resistance should be more than 100,000 ohms 13. Non-use Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 14. Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings 15. Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when: A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damage 16. Servicing The user should not attempt any service to the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 17. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to. 18. Attachments do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 19. Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use amounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 20. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent dam-age to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 21. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 23. This product is in compliance with EUWEEE regulations. Disposal of end of life product should not be treated as municipal waste. Please refer to your local regulations for instructions on proper disposal of this product. 24. Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 25. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing Stantons newest innovation in professional tabletop CD players. The C.314 offers up hot new features and sleek design with unmatched reliability, engineered to bring ultimate performance and control to even the most discerning artist. Designed for DJs who want to play and scratch CDs just like vinyl, our flagship tabletop CD player features a large touch-sensitive jog wheel, making it possible to mix, scratch, and beat juggle just like using a turntable. An easy to read blue LCD display with a track position marker, along with adjustable pitch range, key lock, pitch bend, and reliable, anti-shock playback with auto cue and instant playback offer even more control and flexibility. The C.314 even goes a step further by adding MP3 playback, onboard sampling with four trigger buttons and cue memory plus seamless looping, 7 high quality DSP effects, and an S/PDIF digital output-expanding your creative possibilities beyond that of traditional turntables. Thoughtfully designed and engineered to give you the most intuitive experience possible, the C.314 delivers all these features in a logical layout with quality components, all at an affordable price. Congratulations on your Stanton purchase, and welcome to a new level of professional quality sound performance!

MAIN FEATURES

MP3 Playback up to 320Kbps with Folder and Track browsing 10 seconds of anti-shock memory Instant start Seamless looping 4 memory pads for saving loops, cue points, or samples Touch-sensitive jog wheel for scratching and beat juggling Easy to read LCD display with visual marker for track position Adjustable pitch range (+/- 8%, 16%, 25%, 100%) with Key Lock Pitch Bend : Up to +/- 8% via buttons; up to +/- 100% via jog wheel Reverse play Vinyl Mode with adjustable platter start / brake speed Auto and manual BPM function S/PDIF digital output Onboard sampling with four user-friendly trigger pads and cue memory 7 high quality DSP effects: Manual Filter, Auto Filter, Echo, Phase, Flanger, Transform, and Pan with auto beat-sync and jog wheel control Auto cue function (-48 dB) Fast track seek via jog wheel Selectable elapse, remain, and total remaining time display Single or continuous play Fader start / Relay Play 6 beat-sync time parameters for FX: 1/4, 1/2, 3/4, 1/1, 2/1 and 4/1

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CONTROL OVERVIEW
1. APPLICATION 2. POWER SOURCE

SPECIFICATIONS

Model C.314
US: 120V, 60Hz, AC 18W EU: 230V, 50Hz, AC 18W UK: 240V, 50Hz, AC 18W JPN: 100V, 50/60Hz, AC 18W ARG: 220V, 50Hz,AC 18W AUS: 240V, 50Hz,AC 18W 3. DIMENSIONS 4. WEIGHT 318 (W)x 358 (D)x 109.5 (H) mm 4.4Kgs 20Hz to 20kHz +0/-1.5 dB +6dBV <0.015% @ 1kHz 85dB
5. AUDIO CHARACTERISTICS (1) Frequency Response (2) Output Level (3) THD+N (4) S/N Ratio (ref: fullscale)
6. SEARCHING TIME (TEST DISC: TCD-792) (1) (2) ITEM TYPICAL Short access time 2sec Long access time 4sec TYPICAL 1mm 1mm 75um 140um 1mm LIMITS 4sec 6sec LIMIT 0.7mm 0.6mm 65um 140um 0.5mm CONDITION Play next track Track 1 ->Track 20 Track 20 ->Track 1 CONDITION TCD-725 TCD-725 TCD-725 TCD-712 W/O TRACK JUMP TCD-731R
7. PLAYABILITY ITEM (1) Interruption (2) Black dot (3) Finger prints (4) Eccentricity (5) Vertical deviation
1. TIME Switches the time value displayed in the LCD between elapsed track time, remaining track time, and the total remaining time for the entire disc. Markers next to the time readout indicate which of these modes is enabled. 2. REPEAT When in SINGLE mode, the unit will repeat the current song. In Continuous mode, the unit will repeat the entire disc. 3. CTN/SGL Toggles between Continuous and Single play modes. Continuous mode operates like a normal CD player, playing the entire disc without stopping. Single mode only plays one track at a time, returning to the Cue point when the track is completed. The LCD will display SINGLE when in that mode.
4. TOUCH REWIND - Enables the jog wheel to facilitate beat juggling by simply tapping the surface area of the jog wheel. Touching and releasing the jog wheel once will return playback to the last marked Cue point. 5. VINYL - Enables the touch sensitive jog wheel (#21) to respond like a turntable. During normal play mode, touching the platter will pause playback, and moving the platter forward or backward will create scratch sounds.

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SAVING PRESETS AND CUE POINTS
This unit will retain the setting you have made for most of the functions even if you unplug it. These functions include Pitch Range, Pitch Lock, Key Lock, effects, Vinyl and Touch Rewind, Single/Continuous, Auto BPM, and Repeat. In addition, the unit will save and recall cue points and loops saved to the four pads for up to 500 CD's. To save cue points, loops, and setting, press and hold the SAVE button until the display reads SAVING For example, if everytime you turn on the unit you want it to load up in vinyl mode, with the pitch range set to 16%, single mode, and auto cue on, turn on all those functions and save. WARNING: Do not power off the unit right after saving. You must wait at least 3 seconds in order for the new presets / cue points to be stored in memory.

20. PITCH LOCK BUTTON When illuminated, the pitch control is locked at 0%, regardless of the pitch sliders position. 21. JOG WHEEL This touch-sensitive wheel has multiple functions: a. When in pause or cue mode (without vinyl mode engaged), the jog wheel can be used as a frame search control, allowing you to set it to a specific point (frame). b. During normal playback (without vinyl mode engaged), the wheel works as a pitch bend, similar to a push or a drag on a turntable. Turning the wheel counter-clockwise temporarily slows down the playback speed according to the speed, velocity, and duration thats applied to the wheel. Turning the wheel clockwise temporarily speeds up the playback speed. Pitch will return to the current setting when the wheel stops. c. When in VINYL mode, the top platter acts just like a vinyl turntable, moving the playback position forward or back in response to your movements. The outer jog wheel still performs the pitch bend function (or effects ratio when Jog is on). d. TOUCH REWIND mode is similar to vinyl mode, except playback returns to the Cue point anytime the top platter is touched. The outer jog wheel still performs the pitch bend function (or effects ratio when Jog is on). e. The wheel can also be used to adjust the out point of a loop. Activate the Loop Out Adjust mode by holding down the Loop Out button until the numeric position shows at the bottom of the display. Turn the wheel to the new out point. Press Loop Out again to save the new point and exit the mode, or press Reloop to exit and return to the previous out point. 22. PITCH SLIDER Used to adjust the playback pitch percentage. The slider is a set adjustment and will remain set until it is either moved, or the PITCH LOCK is turned on. 23. PITCH BEND BUTTONS Used to temporarily decrease or increase the playback speed. Pitch will return to the current setting when released. 24. SAMPLER BUTTON Once cue and/or loops are saved to one or all of the MEMORY PADS (#26) the SAMPLER button can be engaged (illuminated blue). Once in this mode, sounds stored in the MEMORY PADS will play regardless of whether the unit is in CUE, PLAY, or PAUSE mode. This means that you can play samples at the same time that your CD is playing. Press the SAMPLER button again to disable and stop sample playback. The audio sample can even play after the disc has been ejected. The sampler pitch can be adjusted by turning the TIME KNOB, or by pressing the button down and rotating the JOG WHEEL simultaneously. The sampler volume can be adjusted by turning the RATIO KNOB or by pressing the button down and rotating the JOG WHEEL simultaneously. By using the SAMPLE MODE button (section #34), samples can be played once, or looped continuously.

JOG WHEEL SENSITIVITY

The C.314 will automatically go into sleep mode after 15 minutes of inactivity. Press either the Play or Cue button to wake it up.
The touch sensitivity of the jog wheel can be adjusted to fit the needs and feel of different users. When adjusting the sensitivity, be conscious of extreme settings which may affect your performance. Setting the sensitivity too high would engage the touch sensitivity with the hand just above the wheel. Setting the sensitivity too low may not engage the touch even while pressing firmly on the wheel. To adjust the jog wheel touch sensitivity, press and hold the PITCH BEND button while turning either encoder. Release PITCH BEND when done. Wait at least 3 seconds before powering off the unit.

FACTORY SETTINGS

To return to factory settings Power off the unit Press and hold the CLEAR button as you power up the unit, The display will read clearALL, release the CLEAR button WARNING: Restoring factory settings will delete cue point memory.

FADER START

By connecting the CD player to a mixing board that has the fader start feature, the crossfader will engage playback or cue mode depending on its location. If the CD player is connected to the left side of the crossfader, playback will start once the fader is moved from the left most position towards the right. The CD player will re-cue itself when the crossfader is brought back to the left most position. Two CD players can be hooked up in this fashion to work on both sides of the crossfader.

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25. LOOP IN / OUT / RELOOP These buttons control the marker points for seamless, on-the-fly looping. Press IN to set a cue point or the starting point of a seamless loop. Press OUT to set the ending point of a loop, and the loop will continue to play until the OUT button is pressed again. If a seamless loop has been made, but the CD player is not actively in loop mode (not playing), pressing the RELOOP button will instantly reactivate the loop. Press OUT to exit the loop. LOOP and RELOOP will appear in the LCD display when the reloop function is available. During play mode, pressing the RELOOP button will instantly return play to the last set point without interrupting playback. The wheel can also be used to adjust the out point of a loop. Activate the Loop Out Adjust mode by holding down the Loop Out button until the numeric position shows at the bottom of the display. Turn the wheel to the new out point. Press Loop Out again to save the new point and exit the mode, or press Reloop to exit and return to the previous out point 26. MEMORY PADS Four different cue points and/or loops can be saved to these buttons. See operating instructions on page 11 for further explanation. 27. CLEAR BUTTON Clears cue points stored in the MEMORY PADS (please refer to item #25). 28. SAVE BUTTON After creating a loop point (#25), pressing this button allows you to store the loop to one of the four MEMORY PADS. While the SAVE button is flashing red, press one of the memory pads to store the loop in that location. Pads can also be overwritten in the same way. 29. PLAY/PAUSE BUTTON Press to play the CD from the current location, or to pause it at the current location. 30. CUE BUTTON During normal playback, pressing the button immediately returns the track to the last set cue point and pauses playback when released. Pressing CUE again will engage the cue monitor, which plays the track from the cue point until you release the CUE button. If you press pause (#29) at any time other than the currently stored cue point, pressing CUE will reset the cue point to the new position. Whenever the Cue button is flashing, pressing it will save a new Cue point. A cue point can also be set in real time in VINYL MODE by holding the top portion of the platter and pressing cue, a cue point will be set at the current position.

31. SEEK BUTTONS Allows you to SEEK through a track or a CD in either direction. While in pause mode, tracks can be moved one frame at a time. Holding down one of these buttons will cause the search in that direction to occur at a faster rate. Holding down either Seek button while turning the wheel will engage Fast Search. 32. SEARCH BUTTONS Tapping one of these buttons will skip to the previous or next track. Holding it down will rapidly skip through the tracks. 33. OPEN/CLOSE BUTTON Opens or closes the CD tray. The CD will only eject while in pause or cue mode, and will not work while a CD is playing. If the tray is left open, it will close automatically after a brief time. 34. SAMPLER SEQUENCER Once you have more than one pad loaded with a cue or loop, these pads can be sequenced and played back in succession in the order that you choose. For example, if you have all four pads loaded, press the SAMPLER (#24) button to enter this mode. Press the RECORD button and it will light red. Then press the PADS buttons in the desired sequence. Up to 12 steps can be stored in this sequence. Then press the PLAY button in the SAMPLER SEQUENCER section and the sequence will play. Press MODE to switch between SAMPLE or LOOP mode. SAMPLE will play the sequence once, then end. LOOP MODE will continue to play the sequence over and over. The SAMPLER SEQUENCER feature works in CUE, PLAY, OR PAUSE modes. Sample mode has two functions. When playing a sample from the memory pads, the sample will stop playing as soon as the pad is released. Sample mode also means the SAMPLER SEQUENCER will play through the sequence once and end. When in Loop mode, both samples and sequences will play continuously until the sampler mode is disabled 35. REVERSE BUTTON When engaged (illuminated) playback will occur in the opposite direction (backwards). This function works for normal playback, sample playback and loop playback.
Creating Loops Engage playback by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button, causing it to illuminate solid green (not flashing). Set the start point of the seamless loop by pressing the IN button at the desired point in time. This will cause the OUT button to flash green. Set the end point of the loop by pressing the OUT button at the desired point in time. Playback will immediately return to the previously set IN point and play to the OUT point, creating a seamless loop without interruption. The RELOOP button will now be flashing green, and the LOOP indicator on the LCD screen will now be flashing. To exit the loop, press the OUT button again. When the music reaches the OUT point, it will play through it instead of looping back to the IN point. To replay or re-enter the loop, press the RELOOP button. The loop can be re-triggered by pressing the RELOOP button (until a new loop is created). Press the OUT button to exit the loop again. Modifying Loops Once a seamless loop is created, the OUT point can be changed. Hold down the Loop Out button until the time position shows at the bottom of the display. Turn the wheel to the desired out point. Press Loop Out again to save the new point and exit the mode, or press Reloop to exit and return to the previous out point.

Changing the Sample Pitch and Level The pitch and level of each sample can be adjusted individually. In order to do so, Sample mode must be active, and the sample you wish to adjust must be playing. With the sample playing, press and hold the SAMPLE button until it starts flashing. To adjust the pitch, turn the SAMPLE PITCH encoder. For broad adjustments, press and turn the encoder. To adjust the level, turn the SAMPLE LEVEL encoder. For broad adjustments, press and to turn the encoder.

SAMPLER SEQUENCER

Once you have more than one pad loaded with a cue or loop, samples can be sequenced and played back in succession in the order that you choose. This works like any ordinary step-sequencer, meaning that samples are sequenced offline so it does not matter how quickly you trigger the samples, it will play the entire sample then move on to the next one seamlessly. Creating a Sequence With the sampler engaged, press the RECORD button in the SAMPLER SEQUENCER section (#34) and it will light red. Press the pads in the desired sequence (empty pads will not be recorded). Up to 12 steps can be stored. If you are recording less than 12 steps, press record again to end the sequencing. Press the PLAY button in the SAMPLER SEQUENCER section and the sequence will play. Press MODE to switch between SAMPLE or LOOP modes. SAMPLE will play the sequence once, then end. LOOP MODE will continue to play the sequence over and over until sampler mode is disabled. The SAMPLER SEQUENCER feature works in CUE, PLAY, OR PAUSE modes. Sample and Loop modes Sample mode has two functions. When playing a sample from the memory pads, the sample will stop playing as soon as the pad is released. Sample mode also means the SAMPLER SEQUENCER will play through the sequence once and end. When in Loop mode, both samples and sequences will play continuously until the sampler mode is disabled.

THE MEMORY PADS

Using Cue Points To save a cue point to an empty pad, simply press the pad. It will flash red, and then turn solid green, letting you know that a cue point has been stored. Press the button again, and playback will seamlessly restart from the stored cue point and the button will turn red. You can repeatedly press the Pads to create a stuttering effect. If the unit is in pause or cue mode, pressing the button will start playback from the stored cue point, but will only keep playing while the button is depressed, just like the main CUE button. To save the current cue point (either created manually or by the Auto Cue function), first press SAVE, then the pad on which to save the cue point. Using Loops Loops must be created using the main loop interface. Once a loop Is created, press the SAVE button followed by the pad on which to save that loop. Clearing the Pads Press the CLEAR button (#27). While it is flashing, press the pad(s) you wish to clear and those will also flash red. Press CLEAR once more to complete the process, and the pad lights will now turn off, letting you know that there is no information stored in them.

CONNECTIONS

36. AUDIO OUT This analog output signal requires a pair of RCA cables (left and right) to be connected to a line level input. 37. DIGITAL OUT This digital output signal requires one SP/DIF (75 Ohm, coaxial) cable to be connected to a SP/DIF input on your mixer or computer. 38. FADER START / RELAY This connection allows two CD players to be linked for relay play. This can also be connected to a mixing board that supports automatic fader start. 39. VENT SLITS These openings are used for the proper ventilation of the unit. In order to prevent overheating and to insure proper operation, do not cover or block these slits. 40. POWER BUTTON Turns the unit on and off. 41. AC IN Plug in the power supply cable here. The plug can only be inserted in one direction, so do not force it.

USING SAMPLES

The on-board sampler simply uses cue points and loops, and plays them back from the internal memory, independently of the audio from the disc. Once cue points or loops are stored to one or more of the memory pads, pressing the SAMPLER button (#24) will engage sampler mode. SAMPLER button will illuminate in blue. Use any memory pad to trigger a sample.

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BEAT MATCHING
Adjusting the Pitch With your first deck playing and your second deck cued, start playback in sync with the downbeat of the song playing on the other deck. Quickly adjust the pitch using the PITCH SLIDER to match the tempo of deck one. Moving the slider up (away from you) will decrease the tempo, while moving it down will increase the tempo. Pitch Bending As you are finding the right tempo, the track position will drift until it is finetuned and the tempo is matched. Pitch Bending provides a quick fix to keep the position as close as possible to deck one. Pressing the PITCH BEND or PITCH BEND + buttons will decrease or increase the speed of playback temporarily. The extent to which the speed is changed is proportionate to the amount of time the button is pressed. For example, if the PITCH BEND + button is held in continuously, the speed continues to increase until the maximum limit set by the PITCH RANGE is reached. Once the PITCH BEND + button is released the pitch will return to the pitch set by the PITCH SLIDER. The jog wheel can also be used to temporarily bend the pitch of the music during normal playback. Rotate the wheel clockwise to speed up and counter-clockwise to slow down. The speed that you rotate the jog wheel determines the percent of pitch bend. It is recommended that you use the outer edge of the jog wheel for this type of control, as touching the top surface may cause interruption of playback in certain modes of operation. Key Lock This functions allows the tempo or BPM of the music to be altered without affecting the musical key. While this button is illuminated, the key will be locked at zero. This is handy when accelerating tracks to avoid the chipmunk effect.

USING EFFECTS

Effects There are seven on-board effects: auto filter, manual filter, echo, pan, phase, flanger, and transformer. Up to three effects can be used simultaneously. To activate an effect, simply tap the desired FX SELECT button. Both filters are activated via the FILTER button. The manual filter is activated by holding down the button until it lights up green. Parameters Use the Time Division Indicators to change the effects time in sync with the music, or the FX TIME encoder to adjust it manually. When 1/4 is selected, the activated effect will modulate with every quarter beat; 1/2 signifies half beats; 3/4 signifies three quarter beats; 1/1 signifies one beat; 2/1 signifies 2 beats; and 4/1 signifies 4 beats (1 measure). The FX RATIO encoder controls the depth, feedback, or level, depending on the effect. This parameter can also be controled by the outer jog wheel by activating the OUTER JOG button. Hint: With OUTER JOG active, turn on the manual filter by holding the FILTER button. Now, turn the outer wheel to create a filter sweep.

LCD DISPLAY

57. ANTI SHOCK AND BUFFER INDICATOR Indicates the current status of the buffer memory. This is represented on the display by a bucket being filled or emptied. The bucket itself represents the instant start function (which works by buffer memory). If the bucket is flashing, the instant start is not available. Each bar within the bucket represents 2 seconds of anti shock protection. There is up to 10 seconds of anti shock protection available. It is recommended to let the bucket fill up before using the jog wheel in vinyl mode. 58. X/Y/BPM Indicates whether PARAMETER (#59) is displaying the BPM or effect parameters 59. PARAMETER Shows the current BPM count, or tempo of the music. Also shows the effects TIME and RATIO parameters while they are being adjusted. 60. TIME BAR Shows a proportionate visual representation of the time remaining or time elapsed. 61. TIME DISPLAY Displays the time of track(s) currently selected in increments of Minutes, Seconds, and Frames. 62. TEXT The text portion of the display (the bottom row) is mainly used to display MP3 file names or CD text information. It is also used to display various messages, such as effects parameter settings and more. See operating instructions for further explanation. 42. TRACK Indicates the current track selected or being played. 43. CD/MP3 Indicates whether the current disc is a standard audio disc or an MP3 disc. 44. PITCH VALUE Shows the percentage of the pitch slider. 45. LOCK - Shows when Pitch Lock and/or Key Lock are active. 46. SINGLE Controlled by the CTN/SGL button, this indicates when the unit is set to play just one track at a time. When this is not illuminated, the CD will play continuously through all tracks. 47. A.BPM Indicates when Auto BPM is active. To activate, press and hold the TAP button. 48. A.CUE Indicates when Auto Cue is active. To activate Auto Cue, press and hold the SGL/CTN button 49. LOOP Indicates when the CD is in loop mode. 50. RELOOP Indicates when there is a previously set loop, and that the loop is ready to be played again. 51. EFFECT Indicates when an effect is active. 52. PLAY Indicates when the unit is currently playing a CD. 53. HAND Indicates when the touch sensitive surface of the jog wheel is active. 54. PAUSE Indicates the unit is in CUE or PAUSE mode. 55. CUE Indicates the unit is at a cue point and is ready to play. 56. WHEEL INDICATOR This is a visual representation of a vinyl marker, which is traditionally used to mark the location of a certain sound or cue point on a vinyl record. Here, it indicates the play position, rotates during playback in either direction, and stops during cue or pause mode. It also indicates the speed of the forward and reverse search operation. 63. ELAPSED / TOTAL / REMAIN Indicates whether the time shown on the display refers to total remaining time or track remaining time. If either of these are not illuminated, this indicates elapsed track time.

VINYL AND SCRATCHING

Vinyl Mode In Vinyl Mode the inner jog wheel will simulate the behavior of a turntable. The top surface of the wheel is touch sensitive. Putting your hand on the wheel will stop playback, as it would on a vinyl record. Once playback is stopped, moving the wheel back and forth will create a scratching effect, like on an analog turntable. To activate Vinyl mode, press the VINYL button. Adjusting the Vinyl Start and Brake times You can adjust the start and brake times so it starts up like a turntable when pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button while in vinyl mode. Hold the VINYL button until is starts flashing Use the encoder labeled VINYL START (left) to adjust the start time. Simply turning the encoder will fine tune the start time. For a faster adjustment, push down on the encoder while turning the outer jog wheel. Use the right encoder, labeled VINYL BRAKE to adjust the brake time. Follow the same instructions as for the start time. Press the VINYL button to exit Touch Rewind With this feature active, every time you touch the top wheel surface, playback pause and return to the last cue point. Upon releasing the wheel, playback will resume from that cue point. This enables a quick and effective beat juggling effect with a single record or cd rather. To activate Touch Rewind mode, press the TOUCH REWIND button.

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SET UP
Checking the contents Check that the carton contains all of the following items: Tabletop CD player unit Printed users manual One RCA cable One power cable One fader start / relay cable

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

UPDATING FIRMWARE
Checking Firmware Version Turn the unit off. Hold down the MODE button (under SAMPLE SEQUENCER) while powering up the unit. Release MODE to go back to the normal playback mode. Updating The Firmware Firmware updates may, as necessary, become available from Stantons website (www.stantondj.com) as downloadable ISO files, which are needed to create a bootable CD. We recommend using Magic ISO Maker (www.magiciso.com) PC software to burn the disc. Once you have burned a bootable disc from the ISO file, insert the CD into the C.314. The display will read UPDATE, then SUCCESS. The unit will automatically eject the CD once the update is complete. Turn the unit off and back on to complete the update process. encoder to browse the list of tracks on the CD. While the track number is flashing, push down on the encoder to select the track. If it is an MP3 disc with folders, use the FOLDER encoder to browse folders as desired. The FOLDER button will light up when in Folder mode.

STARTING PLAYBACK

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button during the pause or cue mode to start playback. The PLAY/PAUSE button illuminates with a solid green light during playback.

Installing the Unit Place the unit on a flat, level surface. Be sure the player is in a well-ventilated area where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight, high temperatures, or high humidity. Try to place the unit as far as possible from TVs and tuners, as the unit may cause undesirable interference. The player will work normally when the unit is within 15 degrees of the vertical plane. If the unit is tilted excessively, discs may not load or unload properly, or playback may be adversely affected. The units LCD screen is designed to be clearly visible within the angles shown in the figure below. Place the unit so that the LCD screen is within this visual range for optimal clarity.

STOPPING PLAYBACK

OPENING AND CLOSING
There are two ways to stop playback. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button during playback to pause at that point, or press the CUE button during playback to return to the position at which playback started.
Press the OPEN/CLOSE button to open or close the disc tray, or press the PLAY button and the disc tray will close automatically. If the tray is not closed after 60 seconds it will close automatically and enter pause mode. The disc tray cannot be opened during playback. This prevents playback from being interrupted if the OPEN/CLOSE button is pressed accidentally. Stop playback by engaging cue or pause mode, and then press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

CUEING

LOADING DISCS
Cueing is the action of preparing tracks for playback. When the CUE button is pressed, playback returns to the cue point and enters pause mode. When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed during the cue mode, playback starts. Playback can also be resumed from cue mode by pressing the PLAY/PAUSE while holding the CUE button. This same action can be performed on the memory pads. Auto Cue The units Auto-Cue function will automatically set the first cue point at the beginning of each track. To return to that cue point, simply press the cue button. To save that cue point, hit save and press any pad. If the pad already has a cue point, it will be replaced. To turn Auto Cue on and off, hold down the SGL/CTN button. When AutoCue is on, the display will show A.Cue Setting Cue Points There are several ways to set and recall cue points, either in real-time to enhance a performance and create cool effects, or offline for fine adjustments. During playback, press any empty memory pad to set a cue point on the fly. The pads indicator will flash red while saving the cue point, and then turn to green to show it is ready for playback. Press it again to return to the cue point in real-time. Once the cue has been recalled, the indicator will turn red to show playback was started from that cue point. During playback in Vinyl mode, touch the platter and press the CUE button to set a new cue point. The unit will enter pause / cue mode. During pause, use the jog wheel to find the right cue point. In CD mode (vinyl off), the unit will repeat the same frame over and over, creating a stutter effect. This function is called Frame Search. While the CUE button is flashing, press it to select the cue point. In VINYL mode, the platter will act just like a turntable. HINT: Anytime the CUE button is flashing, it means it is ready to save a new cue point.

Hold a disc by its edges and place on the disc tray with the label side facing up. Do not touch the play surface (glossy side). CAUTION: Do not place foreign objects on the disc tray and do not place more than one disc on the tray at a time. Doing so may result in malfunction and damage of the unit. Do not push the disc tray in manually when the power is off, as this may also result in malfunction and damage.
Removing the disc from the drive before powering off will insure that the laser pick-up remains properly calibrated over time. Leaving a disc in the tray while powering off could also cause the jog wheel sensitivity to shift, as the same "memory" is shared between laser pick-up and jog wheel calibration data. See "Jog Wheel Sensitivity" on page XX for sensitivity adjustments.
DO NOT POWER OFF UNIT WHILE DISC IS INSERTED
CONNECTIONS Make sure that the unit and any other equipment in the signal chain are turned off prior to making any connections. Connect the RCA cable to the rear of the unit and to the input on your mixer. Connect the power cable to the rear of the unit and to a proper AC outlet. CAUTION Be sure to use the supplied cables. Using other types of cables may result in unit damage. To avoid severe damage to the unit, besure the power is OFF when making any connections.

BURNING CD-Rs CD-RWs

When burning CD-Rs or CD-RWs for the C314, it is strongly recommended to set your burner at 8x write speed. You can change the write speed within your CD burning software. Check the following links for specific instructions: Windows: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/309522/en-us Mac: http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303599

SELECTING TRACKS

Whether using MP3 or standard audio discs, tracks can be selected in one of two ways: Select the desired track by pressing the Track back or forward buttons to move to the previous or next track. When a new track is selected during playback, playback begins as soon as the track selection is completed.
Press the BROWSE button located to the left of the LCD display. Turn the

THE STANTON ARTIST & GEAR MAGAZINE > VOLUME 1, 2008

Introducing DaScratch,

the revolutionary new touch sensitive controller that will blow your mind. DaScratch features the intuitive StanTouch interface, a sizable scratching/control area that combines touch, gestures, and visual feedback, allowing you to easily Control your music. LEDs react in real time to buttons and triggers, and virtual faders glow to indicate their position so you can Control your mix. Rock solid construction and compact size ensure that DaScratch travels well from gig to gig, and the included DaRouter software ensures control over most DJ, DAW and audio applications. Control your world with DaScratch. You can trigger samples, set loops, change pitch, scratch, jog, scroll, set volume levels, adjust effects, modify EQs, control plug-ins. Whether you are a DJ, VJ, musician, multimedia artist or producer, you can stimulate your creativity and fuel your performance using DaScratch. Available now for $299 (MSRP). Get your hands on DaScratch, and learn what it means to Control yourself. Get the full story at stantondj.com.

Control Yourself

Richard
> THE HARDEST WORKING DJ IN THE GAME.

www.stantondj.com

Devine

Welcome to

Seattle
A DJS GUIDE TO THE EMERALD CITY

DaScratch

STANTONS TOUCH-FRIENDLY DJ CONTROLLER

From the Editor

Features

> welcome to seattle

a DJs Guide to the emerald city by Sean Horton
Seattle isnt technically a major market. Its no LA, NY, or Miami. But what it lacks in size, this little city makes up for in cultural impact. Heres your own travel guide to one of our favorite cities, from a DJs perspective.

Contents

Volume 1 > 2008
WELCOME TO FOR LIFE. This is the premiere issue of something we at Stanton DJ have been meaning to create for a long while. Namely, a hybrid magazine-catalog to bring you the latest in DJ news, artist profiles, useful tips and techniques, and of course all the freshest new gear. In this issue, we spent some time with one of the busiest DJ / producer / sound designers in the game, Richard Devine. He gave us a rundown on all the projects hes got on deck from video games to car commercials as well as an insight into his massive gear collection and innovative production techniques. Because we want to bring you something useful in each issue of For Life, weve also got a rundown on one of our favorite cities, Seattle, Washington. Forget the hype about rain, coffee, and Microsoft theres lots more to this amazing city, especially from a DJs perspective. This all coincides with one of the best new gear lineups in Stanton history, spearheaded by the amazing new Stanton Control System 1 and brand-new DaScratch a compact and affordable DJ control surface that goes anywhere and controls just about any DJ or music production software youre likely to own. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the mag. Well see you in another six months or so. Sarah Lombard

> Editor in Chief

Currents pg.
Read the latest news on LAs Scratch DJ Academy; check in on Roc Raidas infamous Gong Battle series; and get the lowdown on the the C.324 Professional CD Player.
ARTIST PROFILE: RICHARD DEVINE pg.
Hes easily one of the hardest working DJs / producer / sound designers in the game. We interrupted Richard Devine for an hour long interview. And he probably tap tempod the whole thing.

Sections

> Currents > profile: richard devine > welcome to seattle > SC System > DaScratch > Headphones > Cartridges > Turntables > Mobile DJ FOCUS > CD Players > Mixers > DJ Packs > IN Studio Focus > THE backSPIN 33 37
> PUBLISHER TIMOTHY DORWART > ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER TONY RODRIGUES > EDITOR IN CHIEF SARAH LOMBARD > CREATIVE DIRECTOR ERIK HANSON > CONTRIBUTING WRITERS JIM MOORE ROBERTO ARAMBURU > COPY EDITOR ROBERTO ARAMBURU > ART DIRECTORS THANH LE JUSTIN MARX

(3DB CREATIVE)

> SC System

> Dascratch

> IN STUDIO pg.
Its no secret that pro DJs are going digital. And the best way to professionally control your digital DJ software is the flagship Stanton SC System 1.
Stantons latest compact control surface, DaScratch, is like nothing youve ever seen, or played. Compact enough for a gig bag, with control for days.
KRK Rokit 6s have become a desktop and personal studio classic. So how did we improve them? Hint: we looked to bananas for inspiration.

Gong Battle

> ROC RAIDAS DJ CHALLENGE
Roc Raida has been inspiring millions since he won his first DJ battle years ago. These days, in addition being one of the busiest DJs in the world and recently earning theGrandmaster distinction to join the ranks of Flash, Kool Herc and others Roc has beenworking tirelessly to give back to the scene that made him famous. Specifically, hes been expanding the tradition of the DJ battle with his unique Gong Battle series, of which Stanton is proud to be the title sponsor. Put simply, if a DJ contestant in the Gong Battle is not cutting it, the crowd boos, and he or she gets gonged. Insert a healthy dose of comedy from the hosts, and fun is guaranteed. We spent a few minutes with the legend himself toget some of his thoughts on the project. What inspired youtostart the Gong Battle? I had the idea for a long time, and I just wanted to add some humor to the DJ battle scene, so I made the time to do it a few years ago.I just had to do it. How do you expect it to grow over the coming years? Ihope to take it to another level. As crazy as it sounds.I want to pitch it as a reality TV show so people can see, from start to finish, the work that goes into it from, both ends [as performers and event producers]. It really couldbe a funny hip hop DJ show. Do you have a favorite Gong Battle moment? I would have to say when we did the X-ecutioners/ Xmen show. Any other new projects on the horizon for you? Ihave an album calledCuttingComes toHarlem.Irecently shot a music video with Diamond and Sadat X calledAlottaPain, soIm just getting my album in motion now. Were also doing some X-ecutioners shows after the showcase at the battle, so im looking foward to that too! More info aboutRoc Raidas Gong Battleis available at www.myspace.com/thegongdjbattle.com

Scratch DJ Academy

> PARTNERING TO SPREAD THE ARTFORM OF DJING FOUNDED IN 2002 by the legendary Jam Master
Jay of RUN DMC, Scratch DJ Academy is the worlds first and leading DJ and urban music production school. Combining copyrighted curriculum, hands on training, and celebrity instructors, Scratch DJ Academy offers an incredible opportunity for amateur and aspiring music enthusiasts to learn how to DJ, from mixing and blending, to scratching and beat juggling. Scratchs current faculty features some of the most respected DJs in the world including Grandwizzard Theodore, Rob Swift, DJ Irie, Craze, Mr. Choc, Shortee and more. Since 2005, Stanton has supported the Academy by providing its locations with a range of DJ gear.This lineup includes Stanton T.120 turntables, STR8-150 turntables, and SA.3 mixers at the Miami and Los Angeles locations, where students have access to over 40 turntables and the leading equipment in the industry.Stanton equipment is featured on Scratchs programs with Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and Beaches Resorts, where guests can learn how to DJ during their family vacations.Scratch DJ Academy currently teaches over 100,000 students annually through these programs. To help these graduates on their way, The Stanton Group also now offers a graduation gift to students upon completion of the program. Interested in polishing up your skills? Scratch offers 6 and 10-week courses for every skill level from beginner to advanced. Classes are half lecture and half lab, to provide students with the highest levels in DJ and music production education. Since its inception, Scratch DJ Academy has taught students of all ages and backgrounds, with students attending from all over the world.Visit www.scratch.com for more information.

> BY SEAN HORTON

THE EMERALD CITY. Surrounded by water, trees and mountains, Seattle is a beautifully lush Northwestern city with an equally vibrant music scene. Known for its wet winters and gorgeous summers, this city lends itself to active summers and creatively productive winters there are probably more bedroom producers here per capita than any other city in the US. With a population of roughly 3.7 million, Sea-town is one of the most densely populated areas on the West Coast. And with companies like Starbucks, Microsoft, Nintendo, Amazon and Real Networks, the area is booming with young music, gaming and tech heads.From audio engineers and graphic designers, to computer programmers and chemists, people come from all over the world to Seattle, including DJs.
Known by most outsiders as a rock city, Seattles electronic music / DJ culture has remained in the post grunge shadow for well over a decade. Since the early 90s, Seattle has had a fairly large underground electronic music community, that over the years has evolved to become more club based. With over a dozen solid local promoters actively producing quality events, Seattles nightlife offers something for everyoneseven days a week. Many of these crews (including Fourthcity, SunTzu Sound, Uniting Souls, Innerflight, Decibel) have branched out to form music labels and download sites furthering Seattles presence across the globe as a vital hub for world class DJs, producers, promoters, clubs and festivals.

Welcome to Seattle

Trickwood Skate

> 114 LAKE STREET

Born in an unassuming location in the sleepy Seattle suburb of Kirkland, Trickwood Skate has fast become a hot spot with skaters, hipsters, sneaker heads, and those who just like the freshest shoes and streetwear on the planet. The store carries a wide range of limited-edition shoes and exclusive clothing lines that youre unlikely to find anywhere else. With a second location opening in Ballard, Trickwood is the easiest way to update your look before hitting the town.

Platinum Records

> 915 EAST PIKE
A fixture on the Seattle DJ scene for years, Platinum Records features a wide selection of vinyl, including Top 40, House, Breaks, Hip-Hop, Electro, Jungle, IDM, Chicago and rarities including old-school hip-hop, disco, and funk. In addition to carrying wide range of audio and DJ gear, Platinum also offers daily, weekly, and monthly rentals on turntables, CD players, mixers, sound systems, lighting and more. But probably the best part is that Platinum Records is completely staffed by experienced DJs who know what theyre doing whether youre in search of music, audio gear, or advice on the city.

higher, Platinum Records is the most popular record shop for DJs in the city (almost entirely vinyl and they carry Stanton gear as well). Right up the street youll find Zions Gate Records, which is a crate diggers paradise (massive used bins and rare vinyl). Like Easy Street, Sonic Boom carries a wide variety of new music on both vinyl and CD. Wall of Sound is strictly for the heads looking for obscure world beat, electronica, ambient, noise and experimental music. Top 5 Nightclubs Neumos is the largest, most predominant club on Capitol Hill, making it one of the most popular venues in the city. Though their programming is very diverse, the booking staff have exceptional taste in music and works closely with local promoters to bring in quality shows year round. Also on Capitol Hill, The War Room
is strictly a DJ-based dance club with a swank wood interior, artwork by Shepard Fairey, and a rooftop lounge thats a major hot spot all summer long. Nectar resides in Fremont, an area that was never really known for dance clubs or electronic music. However, over the past year, Nectar has become a premier venue for hip hop, underground dance, electro pop and some of the more adventurous forms of electronic music like dubstep. The Showbox has been a staple in the downtown Seattle nightclub scene for years, and they just recently opened an even larger venue about a mile down the street. Both venues hold well over 1,000 people, and bring in bigger dance acts ranging from Moby to Hot Chip to Infected Mushroom. The See Sound Lounge is Belltowns premier dance club, offering a tasteful selection of DJ nights focused around house music. Top 5 Music Promoters USC is one of the biggest forces in the city when it comes to booking larger names in electronic music (Paul Oakenfold, Sasha and Digweed, Teisto, etc). Decibel productions, whose four-day Decibel festival draws over 10,000 into the city for underground dance, experimental A/V performance, visual art and technology, is another standout. The Uniting Souls collective have been throwing the most successful house music events in the city for years, while their counterpart Innerflight continue to push the envelope with more aggressive forms of underground dance. Finally, Fourthcity run a label and one of the most respected hip hop nights in the city, Stop Biting. Top 5 Clothing Shops Goods on Capitol Hill has one of the best selections of upscale urban clothing in the city. Moksha in the University District, focuses on hand made clothing and local designers with a feel for urban fashion. Zebra Club on Capitol Hill and downtown offers hipster clothing, complete with neon hoodies, classic Adidas
1121 E. Pike St. Seattle, WA 98122

www.boomnoodle.com

Boom Noodle

(206) 701-9130

915 E. Pike St. Seattle, WA 98122 (206) 324-8032

www.platinum-records.com

The War Room

> 722 EAST PIKE

Previously a nondescript dance club, the War Room has been a major draw on Seattles Capitol Hill scene since it opened in 2005. Mixing elements of class (like original Shephard Fairey art) and comfort (like low-slung leather couches), this club has lots to offer, including a sizable dance floor in the main room and a very strong sound system. A six-night a week lineup ranging from hip-hop to dub to 80s to drum n bass keeps this club packed, almost without fail. Summer happy hours are also a big attraction, thanks to the War Rooms large rooftop deck.
and jeans so tight you might not be able to bend over. Trickwood, with locations in Kirkland and Ballard, is a premier skate shop and apparel store that offers brands like Vans, Rogue Status and 3Sixteen. With locations in the University District and Capitol Hill, Red Light offers and massive selection of both new and vintage clothing. Good, Cheap Eats For good eats that wont break the bank, Capitol Hill has some of the best restaurants in town. Than Brothers Pho is a favorite spot for those on the go with little money to spare. The Honey Hole has the best sandwiches in the city and you can grab a beer at their bar while you wait. The incredibly hip Boom Noodle on the Hill offers a unique blend of Asian infused noodle dishes at a very reasonable price. And if youre looking for a slice of Pizza, Mamas is the spot. Good, Not so Cheap Eats For those on the Hill with a little cheddar to spend, Osteria la Spiga is probably the best Italian restaurant in the entire city. Just down the street, Quinns Pub has some of the most elaborate pub fare youll find. Lastly, Caf Presse is one of Capitol Hills most popular restaurants, offering unique Parisian cuisine for those with a rich palate. Hip Hotels Like many cosmopolitan cities, Seattle is sprouting up new boutique hotels that offer reasonable rates and a hip environment. The Ace Hotel in Belltown was one of the first boutique hotels in the city and is still one of the most popular, mainly due to their incredibly reasonable rates ($100-$150 a night). Just down the street, the Hotel Max offers a bit more comfort and size. If you prefer the luxury and notoriety of The W Hotel, theyre located just down the street towards Pioneer Square.

The Decibel Festival

> SEAN HORTON, festival director When I first moved to Seattle from the Detroit area in 1996 I was impressed by peoples level of dedication and their ability to cooperate with one another on a small, grass roots scale. Though the community was just burgeoning at the time, it was filled with talented DJs, visual artists and promoters who were more concerned with throwing quality events than getting paid. Its that same homegrown attitude that inspired me to eventually found the Decibel Festival and production company, which just celebrated its five-year anniversary. As curator and president of the festival, it has been my goal to bring together local collectives, international talent and cutting edge technology to create a festival on par with Sonar, MUTEK and DEMF. Decibel has averaged over 10,000 attendees the past few years, and attracts people from all over the world, many of whom have never been to Seattle. Past festival highlights include luminaries like Richie Hawtin, Diplo, Carl Craig, Monolake, Glitch Mob, Speedy J, Fennesz, Modeselektor, Apparat, Deadmau5, Derrick May, Flying Lotus, Simian Mobile Disco and more. I honestly dont think Decibel Fest could work in any other city in the US and it has everything to do with Seattles landscape, culture, club life and dedication to the arts.

Product Development Director

- Jim Mazur

SCS.3D - DaScratch
> COMPACT, EXPANDABLE CONTROL SURFACE
FEATURES: Revolutionary compact DJ control suface with innovative StanTouch technology Works as a standalone software controller or in conjunction with larger DJ setup StanTouch technology allows traditional DJ gestures (scratching, scrubbing, etc.) on a touch surface DaRouter provides control of most DJ, DAW, and audio software including Traktor, Traktor Scratch, Ableton Live, and Serato Scratch Live LEDs react in real time to buttons and triggers, virtual fader positions, transport controls, scratch/scrub position, and more Magnect system allows multiple units to be connected simultaneously Cable storage / management system allows USB cable to be stored in bottom of the unit
Model Line-Up: > DJ Pro 3000 > DJ Pro 2000S > DJ Pro 1000 > DJ Pro 60 > DJ Pro 50S

Headphones

Features: Spring-mounted rotating and folding construction for optimal wearing comfort Removable cable (3 m) simplifies changeout ide frequency range (16 Hz 22 kHz) W xcellent sound reproduction due to E 50 mmNeodymium drivers assive high-pass and low-pass filters P igh-cut: 16 Hz - 5 kHz H ow-cut: 200 Hz - 22 kHz L lue LEDs flash with beat of the music B ini-jack adapter and carrying bag M included

DJ Pro 2000S

> PROFESSIONAL STEREO HEADPHONE
The DJ Pro 2000S is a professional DJ headphone. The adjustable ear cups make the headphones flexible to wear. Whether lying on the shoulder or the single-ear variant: Everything is possible. The wide frequency response enables very good sound reproduction. The cable is easy to remove and can therefore by stored separately and is easy to change out. Product components include a mini-jack adapter and a carrying bag. FEATURES: requency response: 20 Hz - 30 kHz F ound pressure: 107 dB S mpedance: 64 ohm I ower: 500 mW P eight: 250 g W

DJ Pro 1000 MKIIS

The DJ PRO 1000 MKIIS offers the combined benefits of light weight comfort and accurate wide-frequency sound reproduction. For full deep bass, the DJ PRO 1000 MKIIS features high efficiency, heavy duty drivers. The removable cord aids in field replacement and is available in straight or coiled versions. FEATURES: requency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz F ound pressure: 107 dB S mpedance: 64 ohm I P ower: 500 mW eight: 250 g W

DJ Pro 3000

The high-end DJ Pro 3000 is the latest creation in Stantons line of headphones. The popular properties of previous models are found here too, and some excellent features have been added putting the DJ Pro 3000 in a class by itself. Besides its highly appreciated folding and rotating construction and easy to-remove cable, it offers high-pass and low-pass filters. DJs can decide individually whether they would rather tune into the kick drum or the high hats in the mix.

DJ Pro 60

These foldable and lightweight DJ Pro60 Stereo headphones offer incredible bass reproduction and a high level of wearing comfort. They are very well suited to both DJ use and recreational use (e.g. Walkman, MP3 player). Product components include a mini-jack to jack adapter and a carrying bag. FEATURES: F requency response: 3 Hz - 28 kHz ound pressure: 102 dB S mpedance: 50 ohm I ower: 80 mW P eight: 170 g W
Ive had aStanton on my ear for 20 years.Truly theDJs headphone.

- Fat Boy Slim

www.fatboyslim.net I love my Stanton headphones because theygive me perfectly balancedsound, and the blueLEDs have become my trademark!

DJ Pro 50S

High-quality stereo headphone for beginners, including mini-jack to jack adapter. FEATURES: requency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz F ound pressure: 98 dB S mpedance: 32 ohm I ower: 120 mW P eight: 200 g W

- DJ Anneli

www.djanneli.com
Stanton 680 cartridges were the first needles I ever used, and I had the same pair for over 10 years. If thats not a testament to the outstanding quality of Stanton needles, I dont know what is. - Faust

www.djfaust.com

Cartridges

Model Line-Up:

> GROOVEMASTER.V3 > TRACKMASTER.V3 > SM.V3 > DISCMASTER.V3 > 890.FS > 680.V3 > 520.V3 > 505.V3 > 500.V3 > 400.V3

Groovemaster.V3

> PURE SOUND
The Groovemaster.V3 is the ideal producer and remixer system. Its elliptical stylus cut provides higher output power and clean sound quality, just as would be expected for studio recording, for example. It is available as a pair (MP4) in the transport-protective Mini Flightcase, including replacement styli. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz F utput voltage: 7 mV O tylus cut: Elliptical S

Trackmaster.V3

> ULTIMATE CLUB SYSTEM

> THE CLUB LEGEND

Finally, the long-awaited successor to the widely used 680.HP club cartridge has arrived. For over a decade now, it has built a reputation for excellent sound and mix. With improved suspension, this successor to the worthy 680.HP delivers precisely what DJs need too, based on many years of experience, new color styling and availability as a tuned pair (MP4). Features: Frequency range: 20 Hz - 18 kHz Output voltage: 7.0 mV Stylus cut: Spherical Optional MP4 Mini Flightcase, containing two complete systems and two replacement styli. Stanton needles great tracking and smooth handling allow for completely skipless scratching. I never worry about missing a beat.

680.V3

The Trackmaster.V3 with its high output, excellent sound properties and improved tracking is the optimal club and scratch system.
FEATURES: Frequency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz Output voltage: 7.0 mV Stylus cut: Spherical

> SCRATCH

The SM.V3 is Stantons first headshell system of the Master Series. It offers the magnificent stereo imaging of the Master Series combined with the ability to align the needle for better tracking. It can be purchased separately or as an MP4 in the Mini Flightcase. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 20 kHz F utput voltage: 7.0 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S

- Annalyze

www.djannalyze.com Take it from a DJ who has been spinning for 25 years, never play with the wrong needles. I use the Stanton 680s.they are simply the best for scratching, bumping the bass, and rocking the crowd.

Discmaster.V3

> 680.v3 MP4 mini flightcase
> PLUG + PLAY STANDARD
As a standard plug & play system, the Discmaster.V3 impresses with its true tracking, high output and full bass sounds with low vinyl wear. In contrast to other cartridges, the Discmaster.V3 operates extremely reliably with just slight tracking force (optimally 4 g). FEATURES: F requency range: 20 Hz - 17 kHz utput voltage: 5.5 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S

- Arabian Prince

www.myspace.com/arabianprince

890.FS

> FINAL SCRATCH
Stanton presents the first DJ cartridge system in the world for use with time-code vinyl. It is distinguished from other cartridges in that it can be supplied with two different stylus types spherical and elliptical. That makes it easy for DJs to switch between optimal sound quality for recordings and smooth handling when mixing and scratching. The 890.FS also includes a stylus mount dust brush for removing dust from the groove during archiving of vinyl. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 17 kHz F utput voltage: 6.5 mV O tylus cut: 1 spherical stylus and 1 S elliptical stylus tylus mount dust brush S
Without a tonearm, there is no turntable. Without my Stanton cartridges, there is no Roc Raida.
Stantons TM.V3needleis one of the best needles on the market right now for scratch mix DJs. Period.

- Roc Raida

www.myspace.com/rocraida

- DJ Pogo

www.djpogo.com

Uberstand

Accessories

> LAPTOP STAND

Uberstand laptop stands are a useful accessory for mobile laptop DJs and musicians. While most DJ consoles offer very little space for a laptop to be placed in sight, the Uberstand provides a solution. Besides providing a fixture for a laptop, there is even a shelf for the Scratch Amp or any hard disk drive or DJ audio interface. With its robust construction, the Uberstand provides stability and at the same time is easy to transport when folded. A 12-inch carrying bag is included with the product. FEATURES: Robust laptop stand for DJs and musicians Foldable Includes carrying bag Height-adjustable shelf for Scratch Amp Saves space and simplifies your workflow

520.V3

> TURNTABLIST
The 520.V3 system demonstrates absolute battlereadiness. The hard stylus suspension enables very good tracking. The grounded housing prevents annoying noise and guarantees high sound quality. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 17 kHz F utput voltage: 6.0 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S

505.V3

The new 505.V3 is the best budget-priced scratching cartridge available today. The super sturdy stylus has been coupled with the most pumped-up output for the deepest bottom and in-your-face sound. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 17 kHz F utput voltage: 6.0 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S
> UBERSTAND > JETSETTER > DSM 10

Jetsetter

> LAPTOP BAG This all-in-one backpack boasting YAKPAK quality has everything serious DJs need to store and carry their gear with Stanton style. Designed with the professional in mind, the backpack features padded compartments for all disc jockey equipment, including laptop, headphones, power supply, cords, and of course, a special pocket for the FinalScratch ScratchAmp. Dont worry, theres room for vinyl and/or CDs too. FEATURES: Padded laptop compartment Oversize front zip pocket Fits up to 20 vinyl records Durable rubber grip handle Sturdy, stylish design Padded shoulder straps Manufactured by YAK-PAK Available in black

500.V3

> STANDARD
The 500.V3 is the latest generation of standard headshell cartridges. In this price range there are certainly no more reliable or better sounding cartridges. Now with a new design and even better tracking. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 17 kHz F utput voltage: 4.6 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S

DSM 10

> SLIPMATS

400.V3

> LOUDNESS
The 400.V3, the smaller sibling to the 500.V3, also has its features of ruggedness and high-quality processing, and in particular it shines as one of the loudest needles in the world. The 400.V3 is only available as a separate product. FEATURES: requency range: 20 Hz - 15 kHz F utput voltage: 10 mV O tylus cut: Spherical S
FEATURES: An original Focus design. Low Friction Slipmats are a brand new concept from Professional slipmats ideal the mind of Focus. The circular cut outs for slip- and back-cueing are designed and laid out for less surface DSM-10 is ideal for most contact. DJ slipmats are manufactured club/mix DJs from a resin treated, glazed urethane material with anti-static properties. Rugged construction makes them an excellent choice for use in clubs or broadcast applications.

Simply put, the Stanton STR8-150s are the best turntables money can buy. Ever since I picked up a pair (or two!) I havent looked back. Compatible with: - Johnny Juice www.myspace.com/johnnyjuice

Turntables

Model Line-Up: > STR8.150 > T.120 > T.90 USB > T.62 > T.55 USB > T.52
Features: Pyro 5 (Cakewalk) resources: ntel or AMD processor, 1.5 GHz or I better indows 2000/XP W D-R or CD-RW burner C VD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVDD RW burner ac users can use the freeware M recording software Audacity available at www.audacity.de.

T.90 USB

> TURNTABLE + RECORDING SOFTWARE
The T.90 USB is the first direct-drive professional turntable from Stanton with built-in USB connectivity. The USB port and supplied software make it easier than ever to digitalize vinyl recordings. With features such as key lock and a pitch range of 12%, the T.90 USB effortlessly fits in with a regular DJ setup.

STR8.150 & ST.150

> DIGITAL SUPER HIGH TORQUE TURNTABLE
Both of these models are distinguished by heavy-duty construction, ultra-stable tonearm, and platter trimmed in rubber. Annoying electrical feedback cannot even get started. Furthermore, besides offering the highest torque available in the market, the turntables also have key correction, reverse play, up to 50% pitch control, digital S/PDIF outputs, and a Stanton 680.V3 system is included too. FEATURES: trongest drive in the world (4.5 kg/cm) S eavy-duty steel construction, 36 lbs. H Ultra-stable platter and tonearm ncludes Stanton 680.V3 Club Cartridge I tart and stop times adjustable S igital S/PDIF output D ey correction K electable phono or line output S ual start/stop keys D eight-adjustable tonearm H itch range of 8%, 25% or 50% P uartz lock / reverse play / speeds 33, 45 and 78 RPM Q emovable cartridge lighting R eight-adjustable feet H ncludes slip mat and angled RCA cable I imensions (WxHxD): 52 cm x 44.5 cm x 20 cm D

T.120 & T.120C

> SUPER HIGH TORQUE TURNTABLE
With its top models the T.120 (straight tonearm) and T.120C (S tonearm) Stanton is setting standards for turntable design. The 120 series products all come with the same motor, platter, and tonearm as the STR8.150, which received a number of awards as best turntable. Besides its super-high torque direct drive (4.5 kg/cm), the T.120 offers everything a DJs heart could desire: up to 50% pitch range, dual start/stop keys, adjustable starting and braking speeds, and even a line output. Last but not least, the solidly constructed, futuristic aluminum design is beautiful to look at and reduces annoying resonances. FEATURES: uper-high torque direct drive (4.5 kg/cm) S ual start/stop keys D traight or S tonearm S itch range of 8%, 25% or 50% P uartz lock Q 3, 45 and 78 RPM 3 ubber damped platter and ultra-stable tonearm R itch-bend keys P djustable start/stop time, reverse play A electable phono or line output S emovable turntable cartridge lighting R ncludes slip mat, cable, protective cover and 520 series I cartridge imensions (WxHxD): 53 cm x 44 cm x 20 cm D

C.500 > DUAL CD PLAYER
The C.500 model is the most economical model of the Dual CD Player series. Because of its simplicity, it is perfectly suited to DJs who are looking for an easy-to-use 19 solution for their rack, but also for mobile and club DJs. The dual jog wheels enable trouble-free cueing and mixing. The Fader Start function lets you start tracks by simply moving the crossfader, for convenience in musical performance. Features: Affordable 19 dual CD player (4 height units) Simple and intuitive operation Ideal for bar and restaurant installations Auto cue Fader start Jog wheel for pitch bend or frame search Pitch bend keys 3 pitch ranges ( 4%, 8%, 16%) Single, continuous, repeat playback modes Digital output (S/PDIF)
> PROFESSIONAL CD/MP3 PLAYER
Packing all of the benefits of our best-selling C.314 plus an abundance of upgraded features, the new C.324 is a must-have for any true CD DJ. This tabletop, slotloading CD player is designed for MP3 DJs who want to scratch CDs like vinyl, and has everything needed for ultimate performance. With specialties such as MP3 playback with onboard file and folder browsing, onboard pattern and real-time sequencer for drum machine style performances, 7 onboard digital effects, and a sleek slot drive, weve taken everything about the C.324 to the next level. except the price tag.
S.300 > SINGLE CD/MP3 TOPLOADER
The S.300 is the ideal entry-level model for DJs who want that MP3 capability. Just like the S.250, all controls are laid out clearly and give the user an intuitive and quick entry into CD mixing. This stylish player is available in dark blue. FEATURES: MP3-capable Instant start Digital output Fader start Pitch bend ranging: 8%, 12% and 16% Dimensions 21.6 cm x 27.5 cm x 8.8 cm The Stanton C.402 professional CD player with MP3 is ideal for use in restaurants, bars, gyms, theme parks, radio stations, or anywhere a professional MP3 CD player is needed. A single rackmount CD/MP3 player that delivers solid DJ-style performance, the C.402 is designed with ease-of-use in mind and offers versatile player options such as Auto Cue and seamless looping. A pitch bend slider makes it possible to speed up or slow down the music while +10 Track/Folder skip search makes finding CD and MP3 songs quick and easy. Features: Professional single 2U rackmount CD/MP3 player LCD screen with ID3 tags displays Anti-shock Buffer Memory prevents CD skips Seamless Loop and remote instant start +10/Folder track key makes finding CD and MP3 tracks easy Single and Continuous play modes Easy jog wheel control for cueing or pitch bending Versatile pitch adjustment with +/- 4, 8, or 16% control Auto Cue function automatically cues track to start of music S/PDIF, XLR, and RCA outputs
C.402 > SINGLE RACKMOUNTED CD PLAYER
S.252 > SINGLE CD TOPLOADER
The first tabletop CD player from Stanton comes in a sleek retro design. No other CD player in this price class offers the user such a sensible combination of features and quality. The bright LCD display and all control knobs are located in front where they belong. FEATURES: Instant start Digital output Fader start Pitch bend ranging: 8%, 12% and 16% Dimensions 21.6 cm x 27.5 cm x 8.8 cm

Ive switched to using Stantons new line of ultra-quiet mixers in my home studio. I especially like the RM.406. Its a smart looking, great sounding mixer. It has a ton of inputs and outputs, and the whole unit just feels solid and well-built. - Liquid Todd

www.liquidtodd.com

Mixers
Model Line-Up: > RM.406 > M.212 > SA.3 > SMX.202 > CM.205
RM.406 > 4 CHANNEL 19 MIXER
The RM.406 is professional 4-channel rack mixers for club and mobile DJs. A highlight of this mixer is the Illumiknobs. You can mix in absolute darkness at a club. Users can connect up to 4 turntables, 10 line inputs, and up to 3 microphones. The RM.406 has 3-band Kill-EQ sound control for each channel and a separate effects loop. It is possible to output the subwoofer with dedicated frequency control via its crossover functionality. FEATURES: nputs: 4 phono, 10 line, 3 mic I ffects loop with SST E channels, 3 bands per channel 4 llumiknobs I ader start and crossover function F rossfader allocation C outputs (XLR, monitor, zone) 3

> 2 CHANNEL MIXER

The M.212 is a compact 2-channel mixer designed with the aspiring DJ in mind. It features a high-performance crossfader with 2-way curve adjust, two selectable Phono/Line inputs, a microphone input and the quality look and feel of Stantons new industrial design. Fader Start outputs let you control the playback of fader start-compatible CD players, making the M.212 the perfect match for Stantons new C-Series CD players.
SA.3 > 2 CHANNEL BATTLE MIXER W/ TRIBAND EQ
Stanton presents the SA.3. This impressive Battle Mixer is part of the Scratch Artist Series and comes with performance characteristics that are hard to find in this price class. The SA.3 offers two sets of Phono and Line inputs and one Mic input with volume control and mute switch. The two channels are equipped with 3-band EQ, gain and pan controls. The cue section has Select, Pan, and 2 headphone jacks. All 3 faders offer reverse switch and curve setting. FEATURES:
Gain, 3-band EQ, and pan controls Extensive pre-monitor section with Cue Pan & Cue Select Reverse & curve control for all 3 faders 2 headphone outputs Super-smooth crossfader Symmetrical master out (jack) Dimensions (WxHxD): 31.5 cm x 23.5 cm x 11 cm

The Backspin

> REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS.
BACK IN THE DAY W/ DJ JUNGLEBOY CLASSIC HARWARE: THE 80S BOOM BOX
> RESPECT THE GHETTO BLASTER

The 80s Boom Box

According to the authorities at Pocket Calculator Show, no one is exactly sure where the term boom box first came from. But as early as 1983, department stores like Sears and K-Mart began using the phrase in their catalogs. Websters dictionary defines the boom box as a large portable radio and often tape player with two attached speakers. Because the boom box was so instrumental in the late 70s / early 80s birth of hip hop, it was often derogatorily referred to as a ghetto blaster. The golden era of the boom box was the mid 1980s, when just about every electronics manufacturer in the world was making them with bells and whistles galore. Some of these had incredibly clean sound, with huge bass reponse. Others. well, at least they looked cool. To the left are some of the finest examples of the classic boom box. You can still pick up one of these beauties second-hand on craiglslist or on ebay. Then just find a cassette adaptor or, preferably, an Aux input to plug in your iPod. Theres still no cooler way to take your music mobile.
> HOUSE PARTIES, WWF RECORDS AND RED FILAS. ROBERT STRACHAN, aka DJ Jungleboy, is a fixture on the Miami DJ scene, as well as a Stanton technical support guru. Here he reflects on his roots.
WHEN DID YOU START DJING? I scratched my first record when I was 6 on my moms 3 in 1 stereo receiver. but I got my first real set when I was 14. WHO WAS THE FIRST DJ YOU SAW SPINNING, AND WHAT DID YOU THINK ABOUT HIM / HER AT THE TIME? I was too young to get into clubs so my first experience seeing a DJ was GQ from Juice in 1992.I was like Damn!!! Thats what I wanna do ! WHAT WAS THE FIRST RECORD YOU BOUGHT FOR THE PURPOSE OF DJING? I was huge wrestling fan. My first record was the WWF album released in 1985. WHAT WAS THE FIRST GIG OR PARTY YOU ROCKED? Wow.it was my boys house party. And it looked just like the movie House Party. WHAT DID YOU WEAR AT THAT TIME? I was wearing black Cross Color pants, red Filas, and crazy colorful button downs. WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST BAD DJ GIG? AND WHY DID IT GO BAD? Ohhh. That was Club Soda. I was an underground hip-hop head. Somebody should have told me to buy some top 40 records. I was playing Big L , Black Moon & Nine. Girls cant really drop it like its hot to Who got the Props. WHATS THE WORST / MOST EMBARRASSING RECORD YOU EVER PLAYED? Worst record: Brandys Full Moon. I swear people ran out of the club like roaches when the lights came on. Till this day I still have no idea why I got that response. WHEN DID YOU KNOW YOU WERE A DJ FOR LIFE? I was bred to be a DJ! My pops was a DJ (I didnt meet him unit I was 20. but he was DJ), plus I grew up shopping for records with my mom. Whenever it was.it was when I realized that I could organize a playlist of songs in the same manner a poet can structure words and sentences to express him/her self. I would say at that moment I knew I was a dj for life.