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How to Connect M-Audio & PCDJ

While computer technology has revolutionized the music studio, it has also made a lasting impact on live music production. The specialized art form of DJ music combines software and hardware to produce a live music mixing environment not possible prior to the mobilization of computer technology. The PCDJ program is a particularly popular option for mixing music alive. However, a quality sound device is required to keep up with the live DJ routine. The M-Audio products are commonly used with PCDJ and connecting the two is straightforward.

Things You'll Need

  • PCDJ Software
  • M-Audio Fast Track Pro Audio Device
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Instructions

    • 1

      Install the M-Audio Fast Track Pro sound card in your computer. This particular audio device from M-Audio is the recommended hardware for working with PCDJ.

    • 2

      Turn the mix knob on the Fast Track Pro device to the full right, in "PB" position (playback).

    • 3

      Open the PCDJ software. Choose the "CFG" option from the program menu at the top of the software window. A pop-up window will appear.

    • 4

      Select the "Fast Track Pro Out 1/2" option in the drop-down menus for "Player 1" and "Player 2" in the pop-up configuration editor of PCDJ. Choose the "Fast Track Pro Out 3/4" option in the "Cue Mix" drop-down menu.

    • 5

      Press the "OK" button. The PCDJ program is now connected to the M-Audio Fast Track Pro device.

    • 6

      Switch between the main audience mix and the DJ cue mix by pressing the "A/B" button on the front of the Fast Track Pro.

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