Features: CORTEX HDC-1000 Digital Music Controller w/Full CBR and VBR MP3 Compatibility ( HDC1000 | HDC 1000 )
Full CBR and VBR MP3 Compatibility
The HDC-1000 can play all your MP3's; CBR or VBR at any bitrate up to 320kbps.
Support for various hard drive and flash-based music players such as Apple iPod(TM) and External CD/DVD Rom Drives
Take a client's request from his iPod or USB memory flash drive, plug it in, and play it right away without having to reboot the unit. w/two USB ports (and support for up to 4 devices when using a USB hub), the HDC unit allows users to connect and recognize multiple storage devices to access a variety of separate music databases simultaneously. No need to abandon the CD collection, the HDC-1000 is able to play audio CDs w/any compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Play back user-created CD-R's or DVD-R's loaded w/MP3 or WAV music files using a compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Due to Apple limitations, the iPod(R) iTouch, iPhone and Mac formatted Classics are not compatible w/Cortex products.
Intelligent Music Database Management
The HDC-1000 uses a database management system that allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds, by artist, title, genre, album or even by string.
Multiple search options including file explorer and BPM search
The cataloging system gives you several browsing options, including Search by Artist, Song, Title, Album, BPM and Genre. This system allows users to search the same way they would using an iPod(TM) or similar portable music player. Users can search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks on their storage device, even if they're unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword, it will search all Artists, Titles, Albums, and Genres, and show all matches to that keyword. For instance, searching for the word 'LOVE' might bring up (3) artists. It might also find (60) titles, (10) albums and (1) genre. The user can then select the artists, titles, albums, or genres from that list.
Playlist creation w/iTunes Playlist Compatibility
Easily make Playlists and sort songs based on Artist, Genre, etc., via your computer for use on your HDC-1000 unit w/new Database Software. Also when using an iPod(TM) the iPod(TM) playlist will become available in the search field.
Dual 4 line 80-charcter LCD displays for playback information, parameter adjustments and Waveform display
The brightly illuminated LCD main playback screen displays 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 (MP3 or WAV), genre, and track length and Waveform Display.
Front and Rear USB ports for easy access
As well as having a high speed USB connection in the back the HDC-1000 includes one right in the front of the machine for easy access when the unit is rack mounted. Both USB connections allow you to connect any kind of media as well as an optional USB keyboard.
USB Keyboard connection for search and navigation
Quickly find that hot new track in a massive library of music w/just a few taps of a USB-compatible keyboard. Also control all the basic functions of the HDC-1000 via the keyboard like Play, Pause and Navigation.
Jog Wheel w/Jog Mode Select
The HDC-1000's 2 multifunction Jog Wheels let you change modes on the fly, in the default mode the wheel acts as a pitch controller and in Jog Mode the wheel allows you to use it for fast forwarding and rewinding, as well when in any of the other modes of the HDC-1000 like Search, Edit and/or CUEING the Jog wheel can be used as a navigation tool.
Scratch Effect Mode
Imagine manipulating your Mp3 files like you would Vinyl, well in scratch effect mode on the HDC-1000 you can. w/the touch of a button the HDC-1000 allows you to use its super sensitive Jog wheel like you would a record and emulate scratching.
Seamless Loop
The HDC-1000 now allows you to create seamless loops during playback. Once the Seamless Loop feature is engaged The HDC-1000 can loop any part of a track, loop features include IN, OUT and RELOOP.
Features: CORTEX HDC-500 Digital Music Controller w/Intelligent Music Database Management ( HDC500 | HDC 500 )
Full CBR and VBR MP3 Compatibility
Support for various hard drive and flash-based music players, such as Apple iPod(TM) and External CD/DVD Rom Drives
Intelligent Music Database management
Multiple search options including file explorer and BPM search
Playlist creation w/iTunes Playlist Compatibility
Single 4 line 80-character LCD displays for playback information, parameter adjustments and waveform display
Front and Rear USB ports for easy access
USB Keyboard connection for search and navigation
Jog Wheel w/Jog Mode Select
Scratch effect mode
Seamless Loop
User-configurable setup menu
One touch Song and ID3 tag info button
Free Cortex Database Manager Software
Single/continuous play modes
Shuffle mode for unattended playback
Auto-fade mode
Two time display modes
Frame accurate search
Pitch control fader and bend button w/range of +/- 24%
Performance protection eliminates accidental shutdown
Rugged 1U rack mount Slim designed steel frame construction for any application
Balanced XLR out puts
German, Spanish and French Language support
Full CBR and VBR MP3 Compatibility
The HDC-500 can play all your MP3's; CBR or VBR at any bitrate up to 320kbps.
Support for various hard drive and flash-based music players such as Apple iPod(TM) and External CD/DVD Rom Drives
Take a client's request from his iPod or USB memory flash drive, plug it in, and play it right away without having to reboot the unit. w/two USB ports (and support for up to 4 devices when using a USB hub), the HDC unit allows users to connect and recognize multiple storage devices to access a variety of separate music databases simultaneously. No need to abandon the CD collection, the HDC-500 is able to play audio CDs w/any compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive. Play back user-created CD-Rs or DVD-Rs loaded w/MP3 or WAV music files using a compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Due to Apple limitations, the iPod(R) iTouch, iPhone and Mac formatted Classics are not compatible w/Cortex products.
Intelligent Music Database Management
The HDC-500 uses a database management system that allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds, by artist, title, genre, album or even by string.
Multiple search options including file explorer and BPM search
The cataloging system gives you several browsing options, including Search by Artist, Song, Title, Album, BPM and Genre. This system allows users to search the same way they would using an iPod(TM) or similar portable music player. Users can search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks on their storage device, even if they're unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword, it will search all Artists, Titles, Albums, and Genres, and show all matches to that keyword. For instance, searching for the word 'LOVE' might bring up (3) artists. It might also find (60) titles, (10) albums and (1) genre. The user can then select the artists, titles, albums, or genres from that list.
Playlist creation w/iTunes Playlist Compatibility
Easily make Playlists and sort songs based on Artist, Genre, etc., via your computer for use on your HDC-500 unit w/new Database Software. Also when using an iPod(TM) the iPod(TM) playlist will become available in the search field.
4 line 80-charcter LCD display for playback information, parameter adjustments and Waveform display
The brightly illuminated LCD main playback screen displays 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 (MP3 or WAV), genre, and track length and Waveform Display.
Front and Rear USB ports for easy access
As well as having a high speed USB connection in the back the HDC-500 includes one right in the front of the machine for easy access when the unit is rack mounted. Both USB connections allow you to connect any kind of media as well as an optional USB keyboard.
Features: CORTEX HDC-3000 Dual Digital Controller w/DSP Effects and Intelligent Music ( HDC 3000 | HDC 3000 )Database Management
Intelligent Music Database Management
The HDC-3000 uses a database management system that allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds, by artist, title, genre, album or even by string. This unit also allows users to find their top 100 most played tracks, the last 100 played, or what tracks were recently added to the storage device.
PC-Based Database Creation
Users can create databases via the HDC unit or the PC application and quickly manage those database files at a gig, or on a home computer. Search Options The cataloging system gives you several browsing options, including Search by Artist, Song, Title, Album, and Genre. This system allows users to search the same way they would using an iPod(R) or similar portable music player.
String Search
Users can search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks on their storage device, even if they're unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword, it will search all Artists, Titles, Albums, and Genres, and show all matches to that keyword. The user can then select from that list.
Playlist Editing
The playlist editor allows users to save, load, and edit playlists. Users can even cascade music between each side of the controller.
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 (MP3 or WAV), genre, and track length. Additionally, the HDC-3000 offers a waveform view.
CD-Audio Playback
No need to abandon the CD collection, the HDC-3000 is able to play audio CDs w/any compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
CD/DVD Data Playback
Play back user-created CD-Rs or DVD-Rs loaded w/MP3 or WAV music files using a compatible USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive.
Storage Device Selection
Take a client's request from his iPod or USB memory flash drive, plug it in, and play it right away without having to reboot the unit. w/two USB ports (and support for up to 4 devices when using a USB hub), this unit allows users to connect and recognize multiple storage devices to access a variety of separate music databases simultaneously.
File Explorer Mode
Allows users to browse through files and directories as if they were using a computer, showing them the directory structure and file names exactly as they exist on the storage device. DJs w/their own organizational system can navigate it quicker than using the database.
Keyboard Support
Quickly find that hot new track in a massive library of music w/just a few taps of a USB-compatible keyboard.
VBR and CBR File Support
The HDC-3000 can play all your MP3's; CBR or VBR at any bitrate up to 320kbps.
Multi-language Support
The HDC-3000 supports multiple languages including English, French, and Spanish.
Ultra-fast Instant Start
From Cue to Start, get into the mix w/no delay.
Enhanced Features
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. Cue points may also be saved permanently to the connected storage device, allowing them to load automatically w/a track. Also, the unit allows for 4 hot cue points per side, which can also be stored to the connected mass storage device.
Efficient Sampling
Samples can be set and stored in any of 4 banks w/the simple touch of a button. Samples can be trimmed and edited w/the graphical user interface, and the samples pitch can be altered.
Comprehensive Looping
Up to 4 loops can be programmed w/a loop-editing feature. Unlike a traditional CD player, the loops can be edited easily using the HDC-3000's graphical user interface, which allows the loop to be trimmed until it sounds perfect. Loops can be saved to the connected storage device, so that they can be recalled each time you load that particular track.
DSP Effects
This module gives the users a choice of 12 effects