Is The Denon DJ MC6000MK2 Still Good In 2019?
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- čas přidán 7. 07. 2024
- The Denon MC6000 MK2 is a four-channel controller that was released in 2014 that added Serato DJ support to an already solid piece of hardware.
Half a decade later is it still worth picking up? How does it stack up against the other mid-range controllers on the market today? We’ll take a look at why you might, or might not, want to purchase this controller five years after its release.
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I love this controller. I had one but swapped to a Traktor controller and instantly regretted it for one very big reason. SOUND QUALITY. The sound quality of this unit is incredible, definitely much richer sounding than alot of controllers.
What have you got now?
i wonder how it fare against mc3000 SQ that i love too
After several years using Denon MC6000 mk2, today I can say that I fully share your comments. I know that there are other current models with new options, but I also know that I do not need these new functions and those offered by the MC6000mk2, in this order of importance:
- Works with all the reference software of the current market.
- Its sound quality is superb. Sometimes remember the analog sound.
- Its construction and quality is professional level, similar to that of the professional systems of the eighties. Robust, durable, simple, operational and above all to last a lifetime.
- It offers the most important for good sound in any type of situation: balanced sound outputs xlr, compatibility with all current DJ software, phono preamps, micro preamps; An excellent combination of digital controller with the best analog sound performance.
- It never fails, it never leaves you hanging and much less interrupts a music session for your audience.
The DJs, you know what I am talking about. The other options are fine, but they are not so important to me and my audience. I just need sound quality, hardness, portability and above all reliability.
Thanks!
P.S. Since 2014 I bought it, it has become my best ally and I always use it in my live sessions wherever I go.
Great summary Fran!
I'm so glad I found your comment. I've been using one of their previous models for years and I just picked up this unit (open box) on eBay today. I can't wait for it to get in. I'm so glad to hear that it is Rock Solid just like my older Denon unit. The only reason I'm replacing my older unit is that the face is getting rusty. That's how long I have used it. Probably about 200 shows or so
I couldn't agree with you more mate!!
Yes I agree but I found the sound card and output quality not too good but putting it through a separate stereo mixer I found the output sound very much improved
@@simonclifford9215 do u mean daisy chain it into a DJ mixer & then into the amp?
Still use mine. Its been my work horse for the past 5 years. I have the 7000 too but still prefer the 6000 because of its size, build quality and sound quality. I eliminate having to bring a 2nd mixer and plug my mics right into it, no problem. Its seen over 300+ gigs and still runs strong. I would buy a mk3 in a heartbeat....
Glad to hear it Dominick!
the mk2?
I need a modern variant of this with the same software compatibility. I had this and it was super solid. Lightweight and standalone. But again, that software flexibility.
Would be cool to see a MK3
2021 and I'm still rock'n with my 6000MK2.
Awesome!
@Digital DJ Tips I think you left out one huge unique feature of this controller. It works as a stand alone mixer for turntables or CDJs. Meaning if you have turntables and want to spin vinyl you can do that on channels 3 and 4 while channels 1 and 2 act as digital only channels to be controlled via Serato/Traktor.
I've been spinning since the late 90s and still spin vinyl and digital in the same set and this controller is the only one that allows me to do both at the same time. I'm sticking with this for a long time due to that feature, which sadly most other controllers have abandoned. I know this adds to it's weight since it can serve as a stand alone 2 channel mixer (FX don't work on the vinyl channels in that case however). I think it was originally targeted more to people like me with this feature to a degree. I don't use performance pads and have little desire to do so since I still spin a lot of vinyl. I don't believe this is an apples to apples comparison of the MC6000MK2 to other controllers since I feel it was originally designed to bridge the gap between mixer and controller considering it's era.
Thanks for pointing that out, although it is not unique to the unit - most controllers from mid-range up are the same. By the way, great user name, one of my favourite labels of the 90s...
I use mk1 and Traktor Pro 3.5 and its AMAZING!!! Build quality on MC6000 is superb... heavy and build like a tank. The integration with Traktor is perfect. Mobility is great.. you can put this in a backpack!!! Its fully customizable. Now, I heard that with the latest update you can use this unit as DVS without using any 3rd party audio interface.... you dont really need anything else than this. As per your layout..... you will use to it after couple of sessions, no problem here.
I slept on this controller but I have awoken! Thanks for sharing the knowledge! Peace!
No problem!
Its the one man. I have a 7000 too and was going to use the 6000 as back up but I couldn't do it. Sometimes simple is better. But I have a neon reloop I use with it for more controls.
Fantastic controller. Had it for a while. Used it with an iPad mini and Serato Remote app to get all the controls not on the MC6000 , worked flawlessly. And while the jogs are small they are on point. PLUS with DVS my turntables connected to the controller took up very little space.
Denon 6000 Mk2 is a beast, it's always my first choice, maybe it doesn't have all the bell and whistles of 2020 DJ controllers, but it is robust and reliable. I started playing music with technic 1200 then cassette tapes back in the days , and I remember when first Denon CD player with pitch included came out, Denon DN - 2000F it was almost like magic, after that I always trusted Denon. Unfortunately I really didn't like the feeling of the new controller 4000 , maybe is too plastic. By the way, I have shipped my 6000 Mk2 twice in a plane, and It survive the flight undamaged, The controller travel as cargo to Eastern Island and to Buenos Aires also, that tell you a lot of the sturdiness of this piece of machine.
I bought the Denon MC6000 MK2 when it first came out, all those years ago. It's still my primary controller. The build quality is fantastic and having 4 decks to work from has been wonderful.
The only complaint I have had is that the cross fader is a little loose. quite the small complaint when everything else has been functioning so well.
Awesome :)
Same here! I use a neon reloop with it for more fun.
Great review! I’m in!!!!!!
Well my first Dj set up was with my friend's (mentor) American Dj set up. I fell in love with it. Few years later brought my first Dj controller with the cd decks. Could not find a quick start. So even tho I like the cue points and all that, I still would have to say the quick start is my favorite feature as i found on my controller the Numark NV. But still is going to buy another set up.
Thanks for sharing!
I still want one. I like having a larger controller and a smaller one. I’ve already got the DDj SX. Now I need this.
Nice :)
I have this controller, which i bought 2yrs ago, second hand off e-bay. Still works well and going strong. My only gripe with it is, My crossfader is starting to play up. I wish it had a removable crossfader so we can replace them.
Yeah it's a great controller :)
I bought one when they first came out to travel with me for work around the Uk. This & a peavey guitar amp. It’s been on various flights back & forth from Northern Ireland too & the only thing wrong with it is a scratch on the crossfader from the plug rubbing against it in my bag. It’s a tank & never let me down. Sounds great too.
Glad to hear it! It was a great controller (still is!)
I still rock a mk1. Thing is a tank and I've often used it as a stand alone mixer in gig settings so the music never stopped. The other djs can just plug right up. Have tried this same thing with expensive pioneer controllers and they sound like shit. Denons are worth it. The only thing I'd change it for is the new denon stand alone 4 channel. Thing is badass!
denon prime sound like sh..it
I'm buying this unit today to replace my older mc6000. You just can't find good quality 19-inch rackmount controllers other than these units. I really wish Dennen would do another 19in unit. I would buy it brand new. My older one has been with me for a lot of years and I've never had a problem. I can't wait to get my new one in the mail. Thanks for doing this review by the way. Good stuff.
No problem Jeremiah, would be great to see an update to this
the classic Denon build quality, built like a tank! It was our inhouse controller and the dj booth git flooded one day and it was literally floating in water soaked, and it still worked like a charm. With the features on it all it was missing was the performance pads it came out a little too late and too close to the behemoth sx
Yeah tank is the right word for this one!
my first controller. and how i learned to mix. i bought and sold it many times. now im sick of all the locked controllers for RB or serato. this controller, while i admit is a bit cramped. just works. and works with any software
Really good controller, for its age.
Gold standard for how its built
Yeah very sturdy!
Still using the mc6000mk2. One thing not highlighted in the video is support for mixing videos in Serato as well is built into the controller. I've also used the RCA inputs in a pinch to mix between mobile devices as well. The sound is still ultra clean.
Nice one :)
I still own the MC6000 MK1 & it's built like a tank. It still works as it should no issues. However it isn't supported with Serato DJ Pro. It works with Traktor, VDJ & Scratch Live (with the SL audio interface and midi file) which isn't supported anymore. Such a great controller for build quality, minus the small jog wheels & lack of modern pads layout. With VDJ / Traktor it's a great backup controller if needed.
I took out my mk1 the other day for a sound only event. And it is still working perfect. I went from that to the pioneer ddj sz and that didn't last long. It's for sale. I picked up the MC7000 Denon sound cards are so much better than Pioneer. My MC7000 has been great and now i'm ready to move to the prime 4. Keep em dancing
Great video! I recently did a gig that was shared with another dj who did the early shift and I did the later shift and we also switched off in the middle. He had the MC4000 and using VDJ. I use Traktor and was using my NI Maschine Jam. Seeing his controller and looking around I came across this MC6000 which has 4 faders. It would be the perfect size for me. I had been looking maybe at the DDJ-1000 til I saw how huge it was. I like that the MC6000 also has a booth out. Also not looking to break the bank and since I already have two other controller options though none with jog wheels and depending on the situation and also seeing videos of it's use using VDJ in video mode is good which I have used and have to use for some events I have done. And this also has 2 dedicated mics! MC7000 and 8000 are just super large. I feel this is the only controller that is 4 channels in this size. And yes have also looked at the Roland 707.
It's a still a great choice :)
@@digitaldjtips Yes greatly agree it is still a nice piece of kit the MC6000.
Denon needs a MC6000M3!...The most important features for me are powerful mic inputs, ducking, & loop knobs like on the Mixon 4.
Would definitely be nice to see!
that would be swesome
Maybe also, slightly bigger pitch wheels and sliders... ;-)
Had these since 2015 and absolutely love them!! But have recently had a play on the prime 4 and I have to have it🙄
Yeah it's a beast!
I'm considering the Pioneer DDJ SX3 because it has 3 mic inputs and can hook up 2 PC's which is what is important to me on a DJ Controller. Also want something with an external power supply to ensure there is enough power supplied to the elements of the DJ Deck. Example of why I need something with power is I have a Pioneer Ergo and the mic produces extreme latency due to the fact it runs off USB power only, which has it's advantages but sucks for the mic input. Either way 3mic inputs and 2 computers is a win for me!
Yeah the SX3 hasn't gotten the same amount of love the SX2 did (due to a few problems when it was released) but it's definitely a very capable controller that gives you a lot of control over Serato :)
best function for me is the video/audio switch for the crossfader. Allows me to play longer videos and switch out the audio with one of the other 3 decks. Not a typical use but I cant find that in any newer controller.
No. although there's usually a similar switch in the video part of DJ software.
Really you should have done this with the MC7000. Just about the same age, but as has just been shown it has more features than the new XZ.
Well it's only just three years old and still a current controller so doesn't really fit the theme of these particular videos
Best 19' rackmount control in the market with 2 dedicated mics
I have two of mk1 witch is use for vdj, first one one needs work with play/cue buttons and some how my software get stuck not sure if is sound card from control. This control has a lots of buttons for is size, in/outs... Sound quality is aceptable acordind for its age but don't really matter because I run my main through a digital mixing board. I really like the control because is features as a 19 inch rackmount/compact as I comment above, I just wish could be 24bit and superior quality buttons response.
Most important are the effects and the accuracy of drum pads
Thanks for watching Mike
Just picked up an MC4000 to upgrade from my 3000. This is an amazing controller and you can’t go wrong with anything in the lineup.
Source: use Traktor for final mixing, DJayPro with Spotify integration for experimentation. Great workflow.
Love my mc 4000 but had. Part ways with it the ddj 800 is where i went to. The audio volume knob will go. Out n thzt crackling. Noice will come. N the 8 pads. Is soo good vs 4. I loveit but had to chamge.
hi out there ;;i been using the mc 6000 mk 1 for a while now and let me point out what i love the most about this
1 the size it ca fit into my backpack
xlr out because i have a sound rental as well it normally does the job as main pa mixer if i am using the sound system for other djs to play
2 mic with eq love it can use it for medium size play back rappers concert if more than 2 mics are not needed
what i love the most is the mono stereo out put switch and there is why
like i said i do rent sound equipment as a mobile dj doing weddings corporate etcc;; and most time speaker placement is conplicated i have had situation where i play in a bar and people are indoor and outdoor so left side are inside and right side is outside so with mono i am sure to get the same sound everywhere otherwise people out side might not here the hihat of the song
Nice one Abdoulah, thanks for sharing!
i love sx3 and sz2 is best
I have the mc6000 mk2 and after recently updating my windows 10 I am Now getting blue error screen that brings my gigs to a literal ear piercing screeching hault. ddjctraud.sys is the error message. I’ve read on a few forums that this may be a driver issue and need to update. But the most current driver on the Denon site is from 2013. Can I not use this with most current version of windows 10? I am about to have to take another course of action.
I'd post on the Denon forum or contact them directly for support
Happened to me. Needed to update the drivers
any lead how to get a sofware for denon 6000
Can you clarify what you're asking please?
Is the mc 7000 much expensive that this one? Seems that this one would be my choice, over all others
The MC7000 is about £700 or 800 Euros, and is a much better controller. In fact its still one of the best and even blows the new XZ out of the water in terms of features. Plus it has a 32bit DAC with an amazing frequency range of 5hz, to 28khz. So better sound quality than anything pioneer has to offer.
@@dj_paultuk7052 thanks
@@dj_paultuk7052 dont get one if you have an amd cpu. and i find the sound quality much better on the 6000 than the 7000. the 7000 is nice. but very big, more plasticy. and the sound more thing.
How can it be "Plasticy" when its entire chassis and case is made from Alloy.
@@chrisschneider850 Your laptop processor has no bearing on the controller what so ever. The controller is simply a midi device thats mapped over USB. The CPU is only used by what ever software you are using. Serato etc.
I wish they would update this controller.
Quite a few people would agree with you Lionel
Same here. I've contacted Denon about it a few times, but they say their main focus is on the Prime right now. :/
Can u make it work with recordbox?
No I don't believe so
Damn still sells for $549 used.
pair this with a ddj sp1 and bingo
Nice one :)
@@digitaldjtips Because no pads on the korg in serato pro the sampler button defaults directly to the SP1 making it much easier to map samples, also the alesis v25 maps nicely to serato dj pro and can assign different keys pads and faders directly fx giving instant access without switching banks.
How about in 2023
Getting a bit old now
Don't want nothing professional just want something normal and good qualitu, dont need like "thousands" of features, good for that? asking in quality is it a good quallity?@@digitaldjtips