Cortex Hdtt-5000

Product details

The Cortex HDTT-5000 is the latest in Cortex's Hard Disc controllers. Its control surface is based on a table top format, and it offers a tremendous amount of features, including the following.

• Intelligent Music Database Management

The HDTT-5000's database management system allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds. .

• PC-Based Database Creation

Create database files at a gig via the HDTT unit or the PC application (downloadable from the Cortex website) on a home computer with lightning fast speed.

• Waveform Display Mode

Via the Cortex database software, available FREE from the Cortex website, HDC-1000 users will be able to create a waveform of each song on their USB storage device which can then be optionally selected to be displayed on the HDTT-5000's LCD screen.

• Keyboard Support

Quickly find that hot new track in a massive library of music with just a few taps of a USB-compatible keyboard.

• File Explorer Mode

Perfect for DJs that have their own organizational system already in place. Browse through files and directories exactly as they exist on the storage device.

• Search Options

Users can search the same way that they would using an iPod or similar portable music player through a number of browsing options, including Search by Artist, Song Title, Album, and Genre.

• String Search

Easily search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks, even if you're unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword, it will search all Artists, Titles, Albums, and Genres, and show how many of each that it found.

• CD/DVD Audio and Data Playback

No need to abandon your CD collection, the HDTT-5000 can play user-created CD-Rs, DVD-Rs and audio CDs with any compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Variable Pitch Slider (+/- 4, 8, 16, 24%) and Ultra-precise Pitch Control Precisely adjust the tempo of your mixes with a wide range of pitch options and ultra precise pitch in increments of 0.05% (in 4 and 8 pitch mode).

• Performance Protection

Every Cortex HDTT unit features exclusive protection from accidental shutdown while playing. Simply press and hold the power button for more than 2 seconds to turn the unit off.

• Firmware Upgradeable

Easily download new internal software from the Cortex website at www.cortex-pro.com. VBR & CBR File Support The HDTT-5000 can play all your MP3's; CBR or VBR at any bitrate up to 320kbps.

• Multi-language Support

The HDTT-5000 supports multiple languages including English, French, and Spanish.

• Ultra-fast Instant Start

From Cue to Start, get into the mix with no delay.

• Enhanced Features

Efficient Sampling Samples can be set and stored in any of 4 banks with the simple touch of a button. Samples can be trimmed and edited with the graphical user interface, and the samples pitch can be altered.

• DSP Effects .

The effects module gives the user an array of 12 effects (including Filter, Flanger, Echo, Delay, Auto-Pan and more) to choose from as well as truly comprehensive parameter setting capabilities. The HDTT-5000 allows users to edit EACH parameter in real time offering a more in-depth ability to modify the sound while still preserving the simplicity of the preset.

• Comprehensive Realtime Looping

Up to 4 loops can be programmed with a loop-editing feature that allows points to be imported from saved hot cue points. Unlike a traditional CD player, the loops can be edited easily using the HDTT-5000's graphical user interface, which allows the loop to be trimmed until it sounds perfect. Loops may be beat synced as well - user has option of selecting 1/2/4/8/16 beat loops, as well as user-selectable time frames.

• Cue Point Management

Cue points can be set like a normal CD player, so that the DJ can return to a certain time in the track just by pressing a button. The HDTT-5000 unit allows for 4 hot cue points, allowing the user to advance to a certain point in a song without any pause in playback, and can be used along with loops for live remixing.

• Main Playback Screen

The backlit graphical LCD playback screens display info on any track in the catalog, showing everything from the essentials such as artist, track title, pitch, time elapsed/remaining to detailed information including file format (MP3or WAV), genre, and track length. Additionally, the HDTT-5000 offers a waveform view, which helps the club DJ "see" where the beat comes in, and at what point to segue into the next track playing.

• Touch-Sensitive Digital Turntable Platter

Get the sound and feel of vinyl while preserving the convenience of digital formats. The HDTT-5000's large Touch Sensitive platter allows you to cue or scratch your track while rotating the wheel in either direction. Auto-BPM Counter Automatically track your song's beats per minute.

Due to Apple limitations, the iPod iTouch & iPhone are not compatible with Cortex products