{"product_id":"eks-otus-digital-dj-midi-controller","title":"Eks Otus Digital DJ-MIDI Controller","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eThe Next Generation Digital \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/dj-controllers-and-software\/\"\u003eDJ Controller\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gearclubdirect.com\/brands\/Eks.html\"\u003eEKS\u003c\/a\u003e Otus \u003c\/span\u003estylish physical appearance, clever design and the solid touch and feel will make any professional DJ feel at home from the very first encounter.  The sturdy aluminum frame is built to withstand the physical abuse of DJ’ing and the hazards of travel.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eThe heart of Otus is its illuminated, high resolution 7.5” jog wheel with sensitivity adjustments.  Otus has been designed to fit firmly in the place, or on top of standard DJ turntables, with vibrations substantially reduced due to its unique sharp cloves (feet). \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eAll of the controls onboard the Otus are of the highest professional standards and are illuminated by LED indicators for maximum usability in a club environment.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpirit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eIndependent by spirit, Otus gives DJs the freedom to work with software combinations of choice. It feels at home next to a mixer, external soundcard or another controller, but can also replace them all if needed. The advanced MIDI mapper \u0026amp; Asio software makes creating different setups a breeze.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAttributes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eOtus offers a wide range of controls enabling the user full control – no mouse or keyboard needed.  The placement of each control has been optimized for usability and for show factor.  All of the key functions are placed closest to the DJ, while effect orientated controls are placed further away.  This allows the club audience a better view of the DJ tweaking knobs.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eThe Future Proof Ideology of the control layout allows the use of future software features. Assignable buttons, knobs, push-and-rotate selectors and capacitive touchpad enable advanced creative freedom, while the relative touch sensitive slider allows very accurate pitch adjustments.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eTo top it off, all of the controls can be virtually doubled via a color indicated layer selection switch or shift button. The second layer, indicated by LED color changes, offers the option to control two virtual decks with one Otus or even other software like MIDI controllable VJ programs.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFunctional Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eTo meet the needs of professional artists, all the controls are of the absolute best quality. The placement of each control has been optimized for usability and for show factor. All of the key functions are placed closest to the DJ, while effect orientated controls are placed further away. Otus is also designed to fit on top of a standard vinyl turntable. This makes it easy to fit it in any DJ booth. Otus weights 2kg, so it's firm and sturdy but still retains its portable nature.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFuture Proof Control Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e10 control knobs, 17 low travel buttons and 6 touch sensitive buttons - all controls freely assignable to suit the artists' personal needs. No mouse or keyboard is needed to perform. The controls are specially designed to meet the needs of the present digital world as well as the challenges of the future.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e7,5” Jog Wheel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eThe heart of Otus is its illuminated, high resolution 7.5” jog wheel with sensitivity adjustments. The touch sensitive top part of the wheel functions like a vinyl turntable, allowing you to scratch or cue the track by rotating the wheel. The outer rim of the wheel functions as a pitch bender. The LED illumination around the wheel enables two way communication with MIDI software in a configurable manner.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eDual Layer Control Surface\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eOtus features two layers of controls, which can be easily swapped by pressing the switch button. This enables operating two virtual decks with just one controller. Layer changes are indicated by the change of the LED colour.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTouch Sensitive Pitch Ribbon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eThe 80mm touch sensitive relative pitch slider with LED visualization enables highly accurate pitch adjustments. The amount of pitch is altered by sliding a finger on the slider, and the accuracy of the slider can be chosen on the fly by pressing the scale button, for example 1x\/5x\/10x. The LED indicates the pitch value, which is recalled as the user swaps the virtual deck.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eIntegrated Soundcard with Dual Outputs and A Headphone Jack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eIndividual professional level analog and digital outputs for both virtual decks. The headphone output enables direct headphone preview.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTouchpad\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eA touchpad for mouse or user definable X\/Y effect control. This makes touching computer while playing unnecessary.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFour Selector Jog Wheels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eEach corner of Otus features an assignable jog wheel controller with an integrated select button in the middle - created for optimal file browsing or selecting effects and other features. \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eLED Illumination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eAll controls are backlit by colour changing LED's for easy utilization in a club environment and other poorly illuminated situations.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWorks with Your Favorite DJ\/VJ\/MIDI Software\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003eThe advanced MIDI mapper and ASIO drivers make creating configurations for your favourite DJ\/VJ software easy and intuitive. The EKS support pages contain downloads and instructions for setting Otus up with different software.\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eASIO \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCore Audio \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with any software that supports MIDI learn\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUSB2.0\/USB1.1\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWin\/OSx\/Linux\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003eControls\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh resolution 7.5\" wheel with touch sense (position\/speed LED indicated)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 jog dial type controls with switch\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e17 low travel buttons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e6 touch buttons\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e10 assignable control knobs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuilt-in touchpad\/assignable X\/Y control surface for mouse or effect control\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e80mm touch sensitive pitch slider, with position LEDs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAll controls LED backlit\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAudio interface\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntegrated 24-bit 6ch audio interface\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e16bit\/24bit, 44.1kHz\/48kHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFrequency response 4Hz-24kHz\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBurr-Brown I2S DAC\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2,5V RMS (7Vpp)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003eConnectors\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUSB\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e4 x analog out RCA (two stereo outputs)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2 x out (spdif)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e6.3mm headphone output\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDimensions: 365mm x 335mm x 70mm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower supply: USB powered (450mA)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32386477817991,"sku":"OTUS","price":789.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0319\/3687\/2583\/products\/img_proxy_ec18dee6-2b46-43e6-957f-3c95ee3ebc30.jpg?v=1582232227","url":"https:\/\/www.balkanimal.com\/products\/eks-otus-digital-dj-midi-controller","provider":"Audiofeen","version":"1.0","type":"link"}