MIDI contoroller for DJ
$250
monotone dj is a very sophisticated DJ MIDI controller designed for those who don't need unnecessary features. The body, unified in black and white monotone, is the perfect partner for you if you need seamless transitions without the need for traditional scratch play or if you want to use a MIDI device for music production and live performances.
The built-in in-house designed 4ch audio interface provides the best DJ experience without any lag.
Can be used with djay PRO paid version, rekordbox6/7 paid Core plan or above, Mixxx2.4.1 free version, TRAKTOR DJ PRO3 free DEMO & paid version.
Built-in 4ch audio interface
Monotone comes standard with two 16bitter audio interfaces.
Both headphone out and speaker line out are output in stereo. No need for those damn split cables!
When not DJing, you can also use it as a regular audio interface.
Everywhere
monotone is very compact. Yet, it is the one and only all-in-one DJ controller.
・Those who don't have a DJ desk at home but want to try DJing with hardware
・People who want to enjoy DJing in style while on the go or at a friend's house
・As a handy equipment for live performance
It can be used in various scenes.
Expandability beyond imagination
Monotone triples the MIDI signal with two shift buttons.
The two SHIFT buttons allow you to assign 10 button functions and 36 knob functions.
In addition to the MIDI mapping provided by tueks, you can add, edit, and expand operational functions to suit your preferences.
Connect other devices with USB-HUB.
monotone is equipped with USB2.0-HUB as standard. Connect devices up to 5.0V500mA (ex: USB memory, USB microphone, MIDI controller) to make DJ play more comfortable.
Full of features
Using djay and TRAKTOR DJ PRO as examples, the following functions can be used with this one device.
Scratch
Jog Seek
Search Track /LoadTrack
Pitch Bend
PLAY /PAUSE
CUE
Jump To CUE
LOOP IN /OUT
Sync On/Off
Headphone Monitor On/Off
Master Volume /Headphone Volume
Gain
EQ Control (LOW, MID, HIGH)
Line Volume
Tempo
Filter
*Additional MIDI CC: 24 channels can be added using the MIDI Learn function when pressing the SHIFT2 button.
Specification
INPUT:USBtypeC-(USB 2.0)
Audio OUT:16bit 48kHz Stereo x2 (for Monitor and Speaker)
Software : djay-PRO, rekordbox6/7, TRAKTOR-DJ-PRO3/4, Mixxx2.4.1up
Signal : MIDI・・・ 12 knob(24 CC), 3 push sw(6 note ON/OFF), 2 Rotary Encoder(4 Encoder CC)
Music software that can be controlled via MIDI signals.
Please check the software requirements to see if the MIDI controller is compatible.
How to use the main unit and DJ software settings
Instruction Manual: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13Xq72zL225n3SSNtRuKpymJnulFzwlQH/view?usp=sharing
Mixxx setup video(Japanese):https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DZ19Ka7hXs
djay PRO setup video(Japanese):https://youtu.be/6VJmlzZdNmA?si=YzGqAwzzjzBLhGTh
monotone exclusive MIDI mapping file
About DJ software that can be used with monotone
Can be used with djay PRO paid version, rekordbox6/7 paid Core plan or above, Mixxx2.4.1 or above, TRAKTOR DJ PRO3/4 free DEMO & paid version. Please see the comparison table below for details.
*TRAKTOR DJ PRO4 operates stably on Mac, but we have received reports of problems where it may operate unstablely on Windows. Windows users please be careful.
How to set up various DJ software and install MIDI mapping files
Please see page 16~ of the instruction manual.
How to set up the hardware
Please see page 2~3 of the instruction manual.
Hardware setup example)
*USB memory etc. can be connected to the HUB terminal.
Note
Please handle the hardware with care. Knobs and rotary encoders are susceptible to impact and pressure from above and from the side. If it breaks or breaks, we cannot partially repair it. Please be careful when handling and transporting.
monotone sells only the main unit, and various cables, speakers, and PC are not included.
Please prepare your own by referring to the "Setup" section of the instruction manual.
When connecting the main unit to a PC, use a USB cable directly instead of using a USB-HUB. This may cause malfunction.
The company names, product names, and trademarks listed in the instruction manual and website (tueks3.com) belong to each company and are not affiliated with tueks products in any way.
If the OS or software is updated in the future, there is a possibility that it will no longer be compatible with various DJ software.
tueks will make efforts such as changing MIDI-Mapping files, but Windows, Mac and various DJ software and tueks products are not related to the company. Therefore, please be aware that there is a risk that it may become unusable in the future.
*Please see pages 13 to 15 of the instruction manual for details and full details of precautions and warranties.
tutorial(Japanese)
operating instructions