CDJ 800 vs CDJ 400

ppcock · #1 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

I can't find the differences besides the obvious.

400 is cheaper and does way more, way more features.

800MKII is more expensive.. and does less.

What am I missing here?

Phrenetic · #2 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

your missing the fact that its the closest to the industry standard.

ppcock · #3 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

*waiting for soo's reply*

Sorry phren, the olympic comment really killed you in the smart department.

dj_soo · #4 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

i don't use CDJs so I can't really tell you much.

Phrenetic · #5 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

go ahead and get an 800 and a 400 with different jog sizes and enjoy how much it will fuck you up.

ppcock · #6 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

yeah, that's what i was thinking..
at first i thought it didnt have a vinyl mode but it does.. i'll check it out tomorrow.

hollis · #7 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

I've played on 200's, 800's 1000's and 400's If the jog wheel screws you up! It's because you suck! :P

But seriously The 400's kick ass for the price. They have everything you need and more plus, they come with Pioneer quality! If I was to make a choice between 800's and 400's I would choose the 400's. The only advantage of the larger jog wheel to me is scratching. 400's are fine for basic scratching but for more advance, forget about it. And if scratching is important to you, throw the CDJ's out of the equation and stick to your 1200's.

ppcock · #8 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

thank god hollis.

Well, i'm going to have one 800 and one 400, the 400 is cheaper and threw me off.

hollis · #9 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

One of each!! Great idea. That will give you the chance to decide. It all comes down to personal preference.

ppcock · #10 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

well i'm not a scratcher.. i just want to spin some gay ass trance.
and i'm in talks with Jeff to get some hopeful bookings.

You going to space tonight?

hollis · #11 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

Yeah, I'll be there. Gotta support the team. It's a great venue, Wednesday's are going to take off. I played there last Wednesday and it went off. Good times. :D

ppcock · #12 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

No cover right? I'm hitting up with Richard but getting one of the decks tonight.

Will they allow shorts? I dont want to wear my dress pants.

hollis · #13 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

No cover yet.....will be soon though I think. To be honest not sure what the dress code is, if any. Pretty sure no jean cut-offs though! :P

dj_soo · #14 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

honestly, I'd rather have the same on each side. sure you can still play alright, but it would be annoying.

ppcock · #15 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

I agree T.

Oh god do I agree.

but the 400 is cheaper. and i'm doing the financing.

my main concern is if it works with torq though. i know the 800 does but I cannot find anything about the 400 with torq.

hollis · #16 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

Trust me.....the 400 works with torq. it uses a time coded CD. Torq doesn't know the difference in what you are using for a cdj

inside · #17 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

just get the 800's dammit! Why do we keep on posting this shit every other week?

If you can afford the 1000's buy them. If it dosen't make sence finacialy get the 800's!!!

ebbomega · #18 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

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Originally Posted by inside

just get the 800's dammit! Why do we keep on posting this shit every other week?

Because nobody will listen to you unless you enumerate why you came to the conclusion you did...

Being a cheerleader for a particular model is nice, but it's not really helping the question at hand, which is "What makes the 800 so much better?"

inside · #19 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

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Originally Posted by ebbomega

Because nobody will listen to you unless you enumerate why you came to the conclusion you did...

Being a cheerleader for a particular model is nice, but it's not really helping the question at hand, which is "What makes the 800 so much better?"

I think Mart is a bit more savvy on gear. So I can be bit of an ass.

Get the most expensive dj gear you can get. There is a reason there is a higher price tag associated with proper gear. We all know the riders at events are going to be the 1000's. They are really expensive, and I can't afford to get them. The next best thing as far as function for mixing and scratching is the 800's. It is pretty much identical, except the 1000's have a setting for a higher resolution of pitch control that no one uses anyways, and extra looping fx, ect.. Don't bother with anything else because if you ever play out it's going to be on 1000's.

A simple post search or any kind of memory will lead you to this conclusion. If this was DOA PP would be flamed.

I don't want to see another "what cdj should I get" post for a very long time. let's discuss somthing new.

Any one tried else tried Gladiator? pretty sweet if you ask me!

ppcock · #20 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

same shit every week? What the fuck are you talking about?

Anyways, the reason I want the cdj's are to get good at the feel of cd's and quite frankly, after 10 years of spinning I can safetly say.. I prefer digital.
Just feels good. Plus the added effects will be raped.

I'm going with the 400, having an unmatched pair.. meh, not bringing it out anywhere and chances are if I get booked at some place, they'll be using pioneer gear anyways. I have yet to have been at a club that just uses turntables these days.
and raves.. who gives a shit about raves anymore?

ty:rone · #21 (**permalink**) Aug 13, 08

now u make me wanna get 400's
we juss fuckin getto ass bitches

dj_soo · #22 (**permalink**) Aug 14, 08

are you planing on playing out more? What's wrong with decks if you're using torq?

you could always sell your 800 and go the midi controller route and get an Xponent or a vestax VCI although i wouldn't really recommend it if you're planning on playing out again...

ppcock · #23 (**permalink**) Aug 14, 08

well, i picked up one 800 yesturday. All i had to do in torq was to switch to CD, done and sounding fantastic!

the effects work, pitch works, effects over effects (With my djm 400) work great.

Just picked up the CDJ 400, i cant imagine it'll be any different.

ppcock · #24 (**permalink**) Aug 14, 08

but the 400 is pretty much too rad for the price. I played arouind with it at tomlee, an amazing piece of equipment. the jog wheel is small.. but who cares when you're mixing electronic.

ebbomega · #25 (**permalink**) Aug 14, 08

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Originally Posted by inside

Get the most expensive dj gear you can get.

Worst. Advice. Evar.

Quote:

There is a reason there is a higher price tag associated with proper gear. We all know the riders at events are going to be the 1000's. They are really expensive, and I can't afford to get them. The next best thing as far as function for mixing and scratching is the 800's. It is pretty much identical, except the 1000's have a setting for a higher resolution of pitch control that no one uses anyways, and extra looping fx, ect.. Don't bother with anything else because if you ever play out it's going to be on 1000's.

K, you still haven't answered his question here, making this entire para offtopic.

Quote:

A simple post search or any kind of memory will lead you to this conclusion. If this was DOA PP would be flamed.

I don't want to see another "what cdj should I get" post for a very long time. let's discuss somthing new.

Any one tried else tried Gladiator? pretty sweet if you ask me!

This isn't a "What CDJ should I get" thread. Reread the OP. You still haven't answered his question. 1000 is not an option, and so far the only reason you've been able to provide for why he should go with the 800 over the 400 is that it's more expensive.

Also, I'm still completely flabbergasted at why someone would want to use CDJs with Torq/Serato.