The DENON DNHS-5500 is an amazing combination of the mighty DNS3500 cd deck the incredible DNHC4500 usb midi controller with some of stunning features of the DNHD2500 harddrive media player. With all the aforementioned being widely regarded as the most capable devices in their class the dnhs5500 was always going to take the world by storm. A host of playback and media options mean you can use the dnhs5500 with a usb storage device mp3 player ipod or thanks to the implementation of a midi interface with software. You can playback audio from wherever you want and however you want. The deck will identify audio in the form of mp3 or .wav and it features an intuitive file search interface for finding files on large drives. Custom mapping of the controllers will give the user full control over virtual decks in traktor or similar dj software. You can even fit a 2.5" modular hdd to the internal easy access caddy for storing audio and playing back audio on the unit itself in the same vein as the dnhd2500. The internal usb audio interface offers 2 stereo outputs with 44.1khz sampling ranges and low latency asio osx core audio support this means you can use the unit as two decks in a single chassis. By the flick of a switch one single unit can be converted into 2 virtual decks to play 2 tracks at once all with full functionality and with total control over your audio. This also means you can control 2 independent sources on software too. Whether playing from harddrive usb storage device or software you get twice the power and creativity in a single unit. Core dj features haven't been missed either. The motorised platter gives true vinyl feel over your media. And with 2 hot cues 2 editable loops variable pitch range key control and a total of 9 dsp effects whether your scratching hot mixing or club mixing this deck has more than enough capability to take your skills to the next level. A large 3.8" lcd display provides all the information you need for tracks play lists time displays and audio source. Denon have even gone as far as including software for creating and editing pre-defined playlists perfect for clubs mobile djs and home users. The dnhs500 is nothing short of an amazingly capable versatile and professional media player for the ever evolving and advancing digital dj.

•2 Decks in 1
One of the most riveting features of the DN-HS5500 is its independent Dual Deck-like operation with separate audio outputs. Deck 1 & Deck 2 can be operated simultaneously by a simple flip of a button, offering twice the power & creativity in a single deck. Each Deck layer has full access to all the available features as well as your connected devices & music library. Additionally, when used as a MIDI controller each Deck layer can fully control 2 players from your favorite DJ software such as, PCDJ/Reflex LE, Serato Scratch LIVE, Traktor...etc.

• Modular HDD
By this powerful and unique design, the DJ is now in full control over their internal hardware preference by choosing your own 2.5" laptop size *Hard Drive to store your Library as the secured "internal" source playback. The 2.5" HDD easily mounts to a removable caddy accessible from the front panel.

• External USB Device Support
Got a portable music collection stored on external USB media?
No problem…the DN-HS5500 can support multiple external USB mass storage class devices direct or via a USB 2.0 hub (sold separately). Connect your, iPod®, Jump Drive, and large USB Hard Drives for easy access to your small or extensive mp3/wav libraries. Simply plug these devices into the DN-HS5500 to obtain the powerful on-board features such as, Instant Start, Seamless Looping, Scratching and File Searching, just to name a few.
Supported File Formats: MP3 & WAV
*Up to 4 storage devices can be connected at once. *Mass Storage Class iPods o

• MIDI Interface Controller (PC/MAC)
The DN-S5500 is more than just player, it’s also designed to interface & control a variety of popular DJ programs that supports USB MIDI in/out interface, either by user custom mapping or direct native support by the software vendor. Control your favorite DJ software or your hard disk full of music all from one clever player.

• USB Audio Internal 24-Bit Processing
Most DJ MIDI controllers on the market today don’t include an internal sound card. The DN-HS5500 encompasses its own USB Audio interface (sound card) which eliminates the hassle to source one and spend additional money. The internal power supply delivers optimum electrical specifications, resulting in best possible audio quality & performance, featuring industry leading Burr Brown (a product of TI) 24 bit DAC processing for superior output audio fidelity. USB Audio interface includes 2-Channel Stereo output pair, 44.1kHz sampling ranges and low latency ASIO / OSX Core Audio support

• D-Sync
Two DN-HS5500 players can be linked together by a single RJ45 cross-cable for MASTER / REMOTE operation. This EASY operation enables the DJ to make all their peripheral connections to a single player while having full control of your music devices from either side. The REMOTE Player has independent access to all connected devices including use of the keyboard function.

• 5 Superb Built-in DSP Effects
Building the mood of your dance floor and remixing live has never been so easy with our on-board effects. Easily activate and have full parameter adjustments with a unique Dry/Wet mix control of the effects: Flanger, Filter-(High-Mid-Low), Echo, Tail Echo and amazing Echo Loop.

• 3 Platter Effects
- Brake (adjustable in real-time)
- Dump (reverse sound without losing true forward time, like a radio edit)
- Reverse (plays your music backwards and platter spins backwards too)

• Mirror Mix
The exclusive Mirror Mix feature is like having two copies of the same track while juggling the mixer’s crossfader back and forth with the other track being slightly delayed. Delays setting are adjustable from, ⅛, ¼ , ½ , 1/1, 2/1

• Large 3.8” Display
This easy to follow bright display provides a visual text feedback of modes and parameters making it very intuitive for first time users to navigate without having to read the manual. The display options include split screen for simultaneous dual deck monitoring or larger single deck wide display mode, LCD contrast, LCD illumination levels and inverse display image.

• Pitch Range & Deep Pitch Resolution
For those DJ’s who perform long mix transitions and require high pitch resolution, the HS5500 offers .02% for the 4% pitch range and .05% for the 10/16% pitch range. 24%/50%/100% ranges are also available. *Features 100mm long stroke pitch slider for smooth mixing

• Keyboard & Intuitive File Navigation System
The DN-HS5500 will support the 3-types of global USB keyboards (Qwerty, Qwertz, Azerty) in 9 different native languages for simplified song search of; Artist, Album, Title, Genre, Year, BPM, File Name, Hot List & Folder Structure.
In addition, shortcut keys are assigned to perform various functions and Latin-1 character searching is available.

• Playlist Creation & Hot List
The powerful on-board Playlist function allows you to create, edit and save up to 3 different types of Playlist categories, Top 40, Favorite, & Your Own Custom list.
Hot List stores your immediate requests or songs you intend to play throughout the course of your gig. Once the Hot List file is played a check-mark appears next to it.

• File Transport Utility
You can now easily transport files to & from any connected device mounted to the player. This powerful function makes it easy to transport registered files, say from your USB thumb drive to another Hard Drive when connected, and updates your libraries all at the same too.