Here at MusicTech, we love the DJM-A9. Thankfully, AlphaTheta does too – and that’s why the brand’s latest four-channel mixer, the DJM-A7, is cut from the same cloth as its beloved sibling. Harnessing the same usability as the DJM-A9, the DJM-A7 aims to take the pressure out of your sets. From supporting a wide range of software to pain-free sound tuning, this mixer is adaptable, perfectly suited to grimy basement raves or the swankiest of bars – letting you focus on the joy of DJing.

AlphaTheta’s key focus with the DJM-A7 is providing versatility on a budget, without compromising on sound quality. This four-channel mixer is compatible with a range of DJ software and devices, making it simple to hook up and play without too much hassle.

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In terms of connectivity, the mixer features 2 USB Type-C ports for your laptop or mobile phone – meaning you can instantly plug in your tunes if your set is quickly approaching. As for compatible software, the DJM-A7 is compatible with rekordbox for Mac/Windows, djay Pro for Mac/Windows, djay for iOS, and Serato DJ Pro.

Of course, there’s also the nightmare of adjusting your sound to a venue space room. Thankfully, Master Texture has you covered; the new feature allows DJs to easily analyse the acoustics of the room without hassling a sound engineer. This makes it easier than every to tune the mixer’s sound to suit the environment. As well as this, the DJM-A7 also features the same neutral tuning that defined the DJM-A9, meaning it can deliver a perfectly balanced sound across a plethora of genres.

The mixer also features the same 45 mm channel faders as the DJM-A9, as well as a slew of features like the Soft Mix Curve fader mode to help muster smoother mixes. There’s also a handful of effects, like Sound Colour FX and Beat FX, to spice up your sets. New features include the Split Filter, which essentially shapes your midrange without disturbing the flow of your track.

In terms of monitoring, the DJM-A7 also comes with built-in SonicLink, which essentially allows you to monitor your track wirelessly without fear of latency impacting your track. When connected to PRO DJ LINK- compatible multi players, the DJM-A7 also supports Link Cue. This allows you to hop around and listen to an unloaded track through your headphones. It’s a way of fine-tuning your set privately, without interrupting the experience for your audience.

The DJM-A7 costs around £1,369. For more information, head to AlphaTheta.

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