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The DJM-A9 is a 4-channel professional DJ mixer manufactured by Pioneer DJ and officially launched in March 2023. The DJM-A9 is a high-end mixer ideal for professional DJs in clubs, live performances, studio environments, festivals, and other events. Loaded with advanced features and capabilities that makes it a popular choice among experienced DJs who demand high-quality sound and advanced functionality from their equipment.

With stunningly clear sound quality, improved playability and connectivity, and a host of new features to assist you in taking your performances to the next level, the 4-channel DJM-A9 sets the standard for club standard mixers with a Magvel Crossfader (Fader curve 3) and a high significant improvement from its predecessor, the DJM-900NXS2.

Features:

Some of the key features of the DJM-A9 include:

High-Quality Sound

Yes, the Pioneer DJM-A9 is known for its stunningly clear sound quality, thanks to its high-performance 64-bit mixing processor and advanced digital signal processing (ESS Technology 32-bit high-quality A/D converter for crystal-clear, high-resolution sound, while the master and booth output sections employ 32-bit high-quality D/A converters).

The mixer is designed to deliver powerful and dynamic sound, with a wide frequency response and low distortion. It also includes a range of EQ and filtering options that allow DJs to fine-tune their sound and eliminate unwanted noise.

In addition, the Pioneer DJM-A9 is built with high-quality components and construction, ensuring that it delivers reliable and consistent performance even in demanding environments. Whether you’re playing in a club, at a festival, or in a studio, the DJM-A9 is designed to deliver top-notch sound quality and performance.

Evolved Playability

The Pioneer DJM-A9 is designed with evolved playability in mind, offering a range of advanced features that are designed to enhance the DJ’s performance and creativity. Some of the key playability features of the DJM-A9 include:

Scratch Bank: The DJM-A9 includes a Scratch Bank feature that allows you to record and recall up to 8 different scratch patterns. This allows you to create complex and dynamic scratch routines that can be easily recalled during your performance.
FX Frequency: The mixer features a new FX Frequency feature that allows you to apply effects to specific frequency ranges. This allows you to create intricate and detailed soundscapes that can take your performance to the next level.
USB Link Export: The DJM-A9 includes a USB Link Export feature that allows you to easily record and share your performance. You can connect your mixer to your computer and record your performance directly into your DAW (digital audio workstation), or you can use the included rekordbox software to upload your performance to the cloud and share it with others.

Generally, the DJM-A9 mixer is designed to offer a highly playable and creative platform for DJs, with a range of advanced features that are designed to enhance your performance and help you push the boundaries of your creativity.

Sound Color FX

The DJM-A9 mixer has a Sound Color FX with world’s first Centre Lock knob. The mixer includes a range of Sound Color FX that allow you to add depth, texture, and character to your sound. Sound Color FX are a type of digital signal processing effect that are designed to modify specific frequency ranges or add unique tonal characteristics to your sound.

The DJM-A9 mixer includes six different Sound Color FX, including:

Filter: This effect allows you to apply a low-pass or high-pass filter to your sound, cutting or boosting specific frequency ranges.
Dub Echo: This effect creates a spacey, dub-style echo effect that can add depth and atmosphere to your sound.
Noise: This effect adds a layer of white noise to your sound, which can be used to create a lo-fi or vintage vibe.
Pitch: This effect allows you to adjust the pitch of your sound, creating a range of pitch-shifted effects.
Crush: This effect creates a bit-crushing effect that can add grit and distortion to your sound.
Space: This effect adds a reverb or delay effect to your sound, creating a sense of space and atmosphere.

The Sound Color FX in the DJM-A9 are designed to be easy to use and highly responsive, allowing you to quickly and intuitively add texture and character to your sound. They can be used individually or in combination with each other, allowing you to create a virtually unlimited range of sonic possibilities.

Advanced Beat FX

This features a range of newly advanced Beat FX that are designed to add rhythmic interest and excitement to your performances. Beat FX are a type of digital signal processing effect that are synchronized to the beat of the music, allowing you to create complex and dynamic rhythmic patterns.

The DJM-A9 includes 13 different Beat FX, including:

Echo: This effect creates a repeating echo that is synchronized to the beat of the music.
Delay: This effect creates a repeating delay that is synchronized to the beat of the music.
Reverb: This effect adds a reverb effect to your sound, creating a sense of space and atmosphere.
Spiral: This effect creates a spiralling effect that can add tension and excitement to your sound.
Helix: This effect creates a helix-like pattern that can add movement and energy to your sound.
Ping Pong: This effect creates a ping-pong-like effect that bounces back and forth between the left and right channels.
Vinyl Brake: This effect simulates the sound of a vinyl record being abruptly stopped.
Fader: This effect creates a rhythmic gating effect that can add rhythmic interest to your sound.
Roll: This effect creates a rolling effect that can add momentum and excitement to your sound.
Twist: This effect creates a twisting effect that can add texture and interest to your sound.
Melodic: This effect creates a melodic pattern that is synchronized to the beat of the music.
Enigma Jet: This effect creates a jet-like effect that can add movement and energy to your sound.
Mobius Saw: This effect creates a saw-tooth pattern that can add tension and excitement to your sound.

Overall, the Beat FX in the DJM-A9 are designed to be highly customizable and expressive, allowing you to create complex and dynamic rhythmic patterns that can take your performance to the next level. They are synchronized to the beat of the music, allowing you to easily integrate them into your mix and create seamless transitions between tracks.

Enhanced Mic Section

The mixer features an enhanced mic section that is designed to provide clear and powerful sound for vocalists and MCs. The mic section includes a range of advanced features that are designed to help you get the most out of your microphone, including:

3-band EQ: The mic section includes a 3-band EQ that allows you to adjust the tone of your microphone, making it sound more natural and balanced.
Feedback Reducer: The Feedback Reducer feature helps prevent feedback by automatically detecting and suppressing feedback frequencies.
Auto Talkover: The Auto Talkover feature automatically reduces the volume of the music when you speak into the microphone, making it easier to be heard.
Mic FX: The Mic FX feature allows you to add digital signal processing effects to your microphone, including echo, reverb, and pitch.
Level Meter: The mic section includes a level meter that allows you to monitor the volume of your microphone, making it easy to avoid distortion or clipping.

Expanded Connectivity

Yes, the Pioneer DJM-A9 mixer features expanded connectivity options that make it easy to integrate with a wide range of external devices and equipment. Here are some of the connectivity options available on the DJM-A9:

USB Ports: The mixer includes two USB ports and USB type-C port, allowing you to connect up to two laptops or other USB devices. This makes it easy to switch between DJs or perform back-to-back sets.
LAN Port: The DJM-A9 includes a LAN port, which allows you to connect up to four CDJ-3000 players or other compatible devices.
Bluetooth: The DJM-A9 includes a Bluetooth input, which allows you to drop tracks wirelessly from other devices such as smartphones and use all the mixer’s features and effects to change the sound.
Analog Inputs: The Pioneer DJM-A9 includes four stereo analogue inputs, which allow you to connect a wide range of analogue audio sources.
Booth Output: The mixer features a dedicated Booth output, which allows you to send a separate mix to your booth monitors or other external speakers.
Record Output: The DJM-A9 includes a dedicated Record output, which allows you to easily record your mixes to an external recorder or computer.
Send/Return: The mixer features a Send/Return loop, which allows you to connect external effects processors or other audio equipment.

Double Independent Headphone Outputs and Booth EQ

The DJM-A9 mixer features dual independent headphone outputs and a dedicated Booth EQ, providing advanced monitoring and control options for DJs and performers. Here’s a closer look at these features:

Dual Independent Headphone Outputs: The Pioneer DJM-A9 includes two independent headphone outputs, each with its own level control and 3-band EQ. This allows two DJs to monitor the mix simultaneously, or for a single DJ to use two pairs of headphones for cueing or monitoring.
Booth EQ: The Pioneer DJM-A9 features a dedicated Booth EQ, which allows you to adjust the tone of the sound going to your booth monitors or other external speakers. This allows you to tailor the sound to the acoustics of the room or to your personal preferences.

The DJM-A9 also includes a range of other monitoring and control options, including:

Master Level Meter: The mixer includes a large, easy-to-read master level meter, which allows you to monitor the overall volume of your mix.
Cue Mix: The Pioneer DJM-A9 features a Cue Mix function, which allows you to adjust the level and balance between the cue and master signals in your headphones.
Cue Link: The Cue Link function allows you to link the cue signals of two channels together, allowing you to monitor both channels in your headphones at the same time.

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Other Features:

Rekordbox: Make full use of the low-latency DVS feature in rekordbox for intuitive, smooth scratching.

2. Serato DVS-ready: Use Serato DVS to control and scratch with CDJs or turntables (license or subscription need).

3. Lockable power cord: Relax in the knowledge that the lockable power cord will always stay firmly in place, even if you knock it while connecting or disconnecting other equipment from the mixer. (Note: In some regions, a non-lockable power cord is supplied).

4. DJM-REC: Easily record your performances with DJM-REC for iOS. This handy app enables you to share your mixes via platforms such as Mix cloud and stream in real time via services including Twitch.

Video and Lighting app support: With support for TC Supply’s ShowKontrol and the free application PRO DJ LINK Bridge, DJs, event producers, lighting designers, LJs, video creators, and VJs can produce sound and visual coordination with confidence, and create shows that captivate audiences.

SPEC:

1	Dimensions (W x D x H)	407.4 x 107.9 x 458.3 mm
		407.4 x 140.7 x 458.3 mm (when the wireless antenna stands upright)
2	Sampling Rate	96 kHz
3	Weight	22.49 lb
4	CH input A/D Converter	32 bit
5	MASTER, BOOTH, REC, SEND D/A Converter	32 bit
6	S/N Ratio Line	105 dB
7	S/N Ratio Phono	88 dB
8	S/N Ratio Mic	79 dB
9	Distortion	< 0.005 % (LINE)

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