AlphaTheta

Historic Mixing Meets Cutting-edge Performance PowerAlphaTheta’s Euphonia distills these decades of hallmark designs and turntable history into a 4-channel rotary mixer that has Sweetwater’s DJs inspired and delighted by AlphaTheta’s unwavering craftsmanship, merging heritage interfacing with state-of-the-art 32-bit A/D and D/A converters, next-gen rotary faders, and a cutting-edge transformer circuit co-developed with Rupert Neve Designs. Because it was custom-built and tuned for Euphonia, the RND transformer introduces a detailed veneer of shimmering harmonics and an energetic polish to give your seamless mixing even greater panache. Its comprehensive suite of per-channel equalization, a 3-band master-channel Isolator, and onboard effects are supplemented by innovative performance tools, multiple FX sends, and multimode compatibility that lets you enjoy Euphonia’s distinctive sonic character with Serato and rekordbox, in addition to classic vinyl. With an armature of output options and contemporary, reactive tactility, AlphaTheta’s Euphonia is unmatched in its modular mixing capabilities — it elevates any DJ setup with an ode to the hi-fi history that started it all.Precision, detail, and state-of-the-art tactilityEuphonia effortlessly bridges the iconic characteristics of analog output with the precision and clarity of the digital domain, resulting in a first-of-its-kind mixer that combines 32-bit A/D and D/A converters with 96kHz/64-bit floating-point DSP for rich, unrivaled sonic depth. Getting hands-on to seize your sound has never been so inspiring, thanks to AlphaTheta’s custom-developed knob designs. Following extensive testing and experimentation, Euphonia’s control points were coated in elastomer to eliminate nearly all vibration while maximizing both comfort and grip to ensure reliable, detailed control and satisfying tactility. What’s more, these knobs feature a dynamic architecture that alters its behavior to match the weight applied to the rotary motion, meaning slower rotations are mechanically weighted to allow for ultra-fine resolution in your long-blend mixes. Meanwhile, faster rotations match the speed of your movement to support laser-focused, evocative expression in your performances.From Studio 54 to contemporary hi-fi: a (very) brief historyDuring the disco deluge of the 1970s, DJing was born out of a collective desire to engage with music and the culture around it, bringing people together. Rotary mixers comprised the first commercial club mixers to emerge, populating the likes of Paradise Garage and other legendary nightlife venues, preferred for the hands-on tactility of the rotary fader’s detailed, precise control, alongside the use of components necessary for hi-fi audio preservation. When the infamous Disco Demolition Night of 1979 led to a riot during the Chicago field’s double-header between the White Sox and the Detroit Tigers, it would herald the end of disco’s reign as the preeminent force of popular music. This same period would mark a dramatic series of technological advancements that revolutionized how we write, record, and produce music, leading to a proliferation of partly or fully digital instrumentation, breaking down many boundaries around who a given instrument or tool was “for.” Disco’s demise meant that dance music would return to the underground, as burgeoning iterations of hip-hop, techno, groove, and boogie genres capitalized on the newer, cheaper tech. This influence was felt with DJs, too, as mixers traded rotary faders for the more affordable, more malleable sliders — the first domino to fall as mixing, scratching, back-queueing, and beat-juggling techniques would evolve, increasing in complexity as DJs challenged performance conventions. Decades would pass before the 2010s would see a resurgence in the popularity of rotary mixers, which have now become commonplace at clubs, listening bars, and the homes of audiophiles around the world, all of which laud the rotary mixer for its hi-fi architecture, the creative potential of the Isolator circuit, and detailed, high-resolution control that rotary faders uniquely enable. Studio 54 may be no more, but AlphaTheta’s proudly staked out their space in the rotary resurgence, propping up Euphonia as a flagship execution of the historic mixing technology that’s been with DJs and turntablists from the beginning.AlphaTheta Euphonia 4-channel Rotary Mixer Features:4-channel rotary mixer provides exceptional control over your mix, supporting precise adjustments perfect for longer blends and transitionsRupert Neve Designs co-developed Euphonia’s transformer circuitry to ensure unmatched aural integrity while supplying rich harmonics and a high-energy, crystalline veneer for smooth mixes32-bit A/D and D/A converters are coupled with 96kHz/64-bit floating-point DSP, providing impeccable processing for uncompromising use with any style of DJingMaster Isolator gives you precise, creatively flexible 3-band control over your master output to give you an additional dimension of mixing possibilitiesSend button lets you apply internal or external FX to each respective Isolator band individually, further augmenting creative opportunities in your setRobust spatialization FX include individuated parameters so you can dial in the perfect blend of sound and textureContinuous BPM subdivision and tap tempo mean FX can be deployed in synchronized and offset capacities to give you complete control of your sonic texturesVivid Energy Visualizer display includes in-depth, real-time feedback to simultaneously monitor all 4 color-coded channelsExtensive testing and revising to determine knob size and coating material makes for reliable, nuanced control with a satisfying tactilityCustom-designed knob mechanisms allow adjustments to occur in proportion to the weight applied to rotating the knobs for exacting precision at any rotational speedPer-channel 3-band EQ, level display, Cue assignments, FX Send, and Trim let you refine each channel with unrivaled specificity to suit your styleSelectable split-cue headphone output means mono playback for cued and master output in each ear to support multitudes of DJ performances and in-ear monitorsComprehensive connectivity suite includes multiple analog, digital, balanced, unbalanced, and Send options to accommodate countless mixing and FX configurationsUSB-C port lets you use Euphonia with supplementary software, with onboard support for rekordbox and Serato

Key featuresClub-standard DJ experience with the feeling of complete controlThe XDJ-AZ inherits the layout and feel of the flagship CDJ-3000 and DJM-A9DJM-A9 to give you an intuitive experience. When you perform on the system, it feels as if you’re at one with the decks, allowing for more creative performances. With full-size jog wheels that feel just like those on the CDJ-3000, pitch bending and scratching on the XDJ-AZ are incredibly smooth. The mixer section inherits the intuitive layout of the DJM-A9, with all controls positioned to maximize playability. And it features user-friendly buttons for assigning Beat FX to help you express yourself through the music. So, when you’ve mastered the XDJ-AZ, you’ll be familiar with the way club-standard equipment works and feels, making it much easier to perform at your best in clubs.Built-in Wi-Fi® and support for various media types to suit your DJ stylerekordbox CloudDirectPlay compatibilityAccess your cloud-based rekordbox library directly from the XDJ-AZ with CloudDirectPlay. You can use the latest version of your playlists and performance data, such as Hot Cue information, and even update it from the unit. This not only ensures a seamless DJ experience but also allows you to do all your preparation solely from your all-in-one system. *You’ll need a subscription to the rekordbox Creative or Professional plan, or Cloud Option to use rekordbox CloudDirectPlay.StreamingDirectPlay compatibilityWith support for Beatport Streaming, the StreamingDirectPlay feature enables you to directly play tracks from Beatport’s vast dance music library and the latest genre-specific playlists. You’ll even get analysis data such as waveform, BPM, and grid information so you can easily mix new and diverse music into your sets.*To use StreamingDirectPlay on the XDJ-AZ, you’ll need to subscribe to the Beatport Streaming Professional or Advanced plan. For more information about Beatport Streaming, click here.Extensive device and DJ application compatibility As well as playing tracks from USB drives, you can DJ by connecting to your PC/Mac or mobile device. And, if you want to showcase your individuality even further, you can play audio from external devices like turntables and samplers. The unit has a USB Type-C port for PC/Mac connection, so you can use rekordbox for Mac/Windows in Performance mode or Serato DJ Pro*1 and there’s no need for a paid subscription plan for either. And, if you use the Wi-Fi® connection for rekordbox Link Export, you can conveniently access tracks from your PC/Mac or mobile device without needing to plug in cables.*2Large touchscreen for seamless control, from selecting tracks to performingThe 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen on the XDJ-AZ doesn’t just give you more visual information – it makes it easier to control everything too. Up to 13 tracks can be displayed at once – a massive increase from the 8 on the XDJ-XZ – so you can see more of your music and find songs quicker. Other advanced features include Playlist Bank, to which you can register up to 4 playlists for rapid access, Touch Preview, which allows you to preview tracks in playlists without loading them, and Touch Cue, which you can use to preview the upcoming section of tracks currently playing on the deck. All this makes track selection quick and smooth. And, with the option to display the status of the selected Performance Pad and Beat FX settings simultaneously, you can instantly grasp the information you need in order to perform.Standalone 4-deck playback: DJ your wayWhether you want to add more sounds to your mix, create live mashups, go back-to-back with another DJ, or get more tracks lined up so you’re ready to drop them at the perfect time, 4-deck playback support on the XDJ-AZ gives you the flexibility to perform however you like. You can seamlessly integrate CDJs into your setup too, so there’s no need to switch decks. With PRO DJ LINK™ compatibility, beat and on-air information are synced across the players, so you’ll feel in full control.Ultra-low-latency wireless monitoring with SonicLink-compatible DJ headphonesThanks to the integrated SonicLink transmitter, you can enjoy ultra-low-latency wireless monitoring with the
HDJ-F10 professional DJ headphones. Press a single button to pair the XDJ-AZ with the headphones and you can move around the DJ booth or stage freely, knowing you’ll never tangle or pull on a cable. SonicLink is AlphaTheta’s own proprietary ultra-low-latency wireless technology. It transmits audio 20 times faster than the commonly used Bluetooth® SBC codec, so you’ll never notice a delay between pressing a button or scratching with the jog wheels and hearing the sound from the output.*The XDJ-AZ doesn’t support a wireless connection with the WAVE-EIGHT portable wireless DJ speaker.Professional club-ready qualityClear and dynamic audioIf you’re familiar with the preceding XDJ-XZ, you’ll notice various upgrades have been made in the design of the XDJ-AZ. By incorporating a 32-bit D/A converter from ESS Technology, the sound quality has been significantly enhanced to create clear and dynamic audio that can rock large venues and clubs.3-Band Master EQYou can also use the 3-Band Master EQ to tweak the output sound according to the acoustic characteristics of the venue.Mixer SettingsAnd the unit features a dedicated button for the mixer settings, so you can quickly check and adjust the mixer’s status on-screen.