The PDJ sports real hardware mixer controls and two touchscreens for ‘decks’. But can it challenge iOS in the handheld DJ controller domain?
PDJ Review: Not so long ago, the idea of DJing away from a power supply with a hand-held device would have seemed crazy. The Tonium Pacemaker made a brave attempt in 2008 to bring the concept of fun and portable DJing to the masses, but was discontinued after two years due to poor sales. At around the same time, DJ apps started to gain popularity on iOS devices and it’s been that way ever since: While iOS devices have their limitations (such as storage, limited connections and strict Apple guidelines), they’re nonetheless gradually gaining acceptance from the DJ community.
But a Korean company called JD Sound Inc believes it has a product to revive the concept of handheld DJing. Portable DJ (PDJ), the company believes, provides a compelling alternative to restrictive iOS hardware. Will this dedicated piece of hardware be capable enough to stand out against Apple devices and their relatively cheap (but increasingly complex and professional) apps? In this PDJ review, we find out…
