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Features:
- Intelligent Music Database Management The HDC3000 uses a database management system that allows the user to search through a massive library of music within seconds by artist title genre album or even by string. This unit also allows users to find their top 100 most played tracks the last 100 played or what tracks were recently added to the storage device.
- PCBased Database Creation Users can create databases via the HDC unit or the PC application and quickly manage those database files at a gig or on a home computer. Search Options The cataloging system gives you several browsing options including Search by Artist Song Title Album and Genre. This system allows users to search the same way they would using an iPod or similar portable music player.
- String Search Users can search by a certain word or phrase to find tracks on their storage device even if theyre unsure of the name. When the user inputs a keyword it will search all Artists Titles Albums and Genres and show all matches to that keyword. The user can then select from that list.
- Playlist Editing The playlist editor allows users to save load and edit playlists. Users can even cascade music between each side of the controller.
- Main Playback Screen The backlit graphical LCD playback screens display info on any track in the catalog showing everything from the essentials such as artist track title pitch time elapsed/remaining to detailed information including file format MP3 or WAV genre and track length. Additionally the HDC3000 offers a waveform view.
- CDAudio Playback No need to abandon the CD collection the HDC3000 is able to play audio CDs with any compatible USB CDROM or DVDROM drive.
- CD/DVD Data Playback Play back usercreated CDRs or DVDRs loaded with MP3 or WAV music files using a compatible USB CDROM or DVDROM drive.
- Storage Device Selection Take a clients request from his iPod or USB memory flash drive plug it in and play it right away without having to reboot the unit. With two USB ports and support for up to 4 devices when using a USB hub this unit allows users to connect and recognize multiple storage devices to access a variety of separate music databases simultaneously.
- File Explorer Mode Allows users to browse through files and directories as if they were using a computer showing them the directory structure and file names exactly as they exist on the storage device. DJs with their own organizational system can navigate it quicker than using the database.
- Cue Point Management Cue points can be set like a normal CD player so that the DJ can return to a certain time in the track just by pressing a button. Cue points may also be saved permanently to the connected storage device allowing them to load automatically with a track. Also the unit allows for 4 hot cue points per side which can also be stored to the connected mass storage device.
- Efficient Sampling Samples can be set and stored in any of 4 banks with the simple touch of a button. Samples can be trimmed and edited with the graphical user interface and the samples pitch can be altered.
- Comprehensive Looping Up to 4 loops can be programmed with a loopediting feature. Unlike a traditional CD player the loops can be edited easily using the HDC3000s graphical user interface which allows the loop to be trimmed until it sounds perfect. Loops can be saved to the connected storage device so that they can be recalled each time you load that particular track.
- DSP Effects This module gives the users a choice of 12 effects including Filter Flanger Echo Delay AutoPan and more plus truly comprehensive parameter setting capabilities. EACH parameter can be edited in real time offering a greater ab
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by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
33%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (5)
- Good audio (4)
- Good power output (4)
- Easy to use (3)
Cons
- Unreliable (3)
Best Uses
- Basic systems (3)
- Professional (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Rocky Start - But Good Finish
Okay, I figure that I have to set the record straight on this peice of equipment. With other reviews ranging from excellent to poor; I can bring some mediation. I first purchased both ...Read complete review
Okay, I figure that I have to set the record straight on this peice of equipment. With other reviews ranging from excellent to poor; I can bring some mediation. I first purchased both a HDC-1000 and HDC-3000 when they first came out almost a year and a half ago. At first, It was hell, you couldn't depend on either unit. Both units would shut off and do other odd things. After dealing with Cortex and updating the units about five different times they started working a little better. I'll tell you the truth, I wouldnt purchase the HDC-1000; We still have problems with this unit. Some nights the HDC-1000 will be 100% fine and then other nights it will shut off on two or three different occasions. But, The HDC-3000 has been nothing but golden since we have gotten all the initial bugs fixed with help from Cortex. The unit is a breeze to work and it is easy to update the database for the unit once you learn how to work the database well. Since then we have purchased three more HDC-3000 units and have had no issue with any of them. If you have an issue with yours, it may need to be updated which is also very easy. The Cortex support website always has new updates for the units and they are always adding new features to thier units. I will say this much to someone that would like to switch thier CD collection over to Hard-drive. DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT UNLESS YOU ARE PREPAIRD TO DO THE INITIAL WORK IT TAKES TO SWITCH OVER TO THIS SYSTEM. But, I had to rip over 500 CDs and then name every single song on the computer, trust me, it was worth it.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Cortex HDC 3000 Massive bugs
I run a mobile DJ service in So.FL i own the cortex hdc 1000 it had many bugs in the units firmware that would make unit sometimes stop playback in the middle of a song,...Read complete review
I run a mobile DJ service in So.FL i own the cortex hdc 1000 it had many bugs in the units firmware that would make unit sometimes stop playback in the middle of a song, would not load the song that was selected, and other headaches in that time since cortex has made significant improvements to the hdc 1000 with firmware updates. i bought the hdc 3000 and though i got a lemon on first use ( was so bad had pssl do a exchange firmware is buggy ) the hdc 3000 seems to suffer form the same problems as the hdc 1000 did in the beginning i would recommend
checking to see if updates are available for the hdc 3000 before thinking about buying this unit i now own the denon dn-hd2500 works better and features are more accessible but lacks the file handling capability of the cortext units
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Pros
- 2 displays
- 5 USB ports
- Attractive Design
- Doesn't Skip
- FLASH mem compatibility
Cons
- Long VBR files loading
- Missing buttons backlight
- Slow displays
- Too bright in dark
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
If I had read your reviews in 2009 - before I bought my HDC-3000 I would not buy it at all. But I think it is not that bad. (In my case the latest firmware was already loaded in.)
1. This unit is intended for USB FLASH drives. It worked with every FLASH memories I have ever attached to it - including memory cards in readers. It does not power up small external "one wire" HDDs. It worked well with WD 80GB IDE drive on IDE/SATA to USB2 adaptor. But you really do not want to use those anymore.
2. When you install it, you need to use all insulator stripes and washers. Otherwise you could experience freezing on start ups of the unit.
3. I do not like to use VBR files because they take a long time for the unit to extract them before opening. Once I accidentally chose a long VBR file - tried to cancel extracting and the whole unit rebooted. Not much fun in front of 2000 people. I am not sure using library would make this faster. Anyway CBRs are instant players.
4. Unit LOOKS GREAT but I would prefer classic LCD displays with black letters and dimmable blue backlight. These are quite slow responding and too bright in dark conditions.
5. I expected more from JOG wheels. The Search mode is nice but the Scratch is not too vinyl-like. That is why I would not recommend this unit to someone who wants to do some serious scratch jobs. On the other hand playback speed regulations are done quite well.
6. I miss a unit mode for playing all available files by just hitting the Play button without necessity to choose any specific file first.
My overall impression is still rather good considering much higher prices of other more vinyl-like players and the fact that I have not notice poor sound quality others may have mentioned.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Setup
Cons
- Buggy
- Poor Sound
- Skips
Best Uses
- Mobile DJ
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
Freezes alot, and has many bugs. Did not buy it from PSSL, but the company I did buy it from dose not let you do product reviews. I must say, for [$], your really wasting your money. Great features and effects, but the software sucks. Quick in getting music in, but don't trust it. It loves to shut off during the middle of performance, so carry back-up. Best to go with the Numark DDS, or my personal choice, and Denon DN-HD2500.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
Cons
- Touchy
Best Uses
- Audiophiles
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
Unit does not reliably detect connected media. I was told by Cortex to make sure whatever hard drive you use is IDE FAT32 and powered (after I tried numerous drives)- problem is many drives sold these days use SATA and are no longer offered as IDE unless they are internal drives. I'm dissapointed that this fact is not on the manufacturer's website or PSSL. I could only get my unit to work with one 4gb flash drive and the manufacturer would not step up to the plate and suggest a good larger drive that would work with this machine. I really wanted to like this unit and I thought by now these machines may have evolved a little bit since their introduction, but after a week's worth of headache, I've learned my lesson.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Controls
- EZ 2 read in the dark
Cons
- Hard bottons
- Poor Sound
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
I purchase this Control just as it came out, I used for a bout a 2 weeks and return cause the scrating Fx wouldnt sound righ, i was very surprice about the display, it shows wave of mp3, and best of all easy to read in dark and well lightted areas. not like lcd, i was olso very surprice how quickly it load the songs.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Doesn't Skip
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
- Fast Upload
- Great Sound
Cons
- May have some Bugs
Best Uses
- Audiophiles
- Basic Systems
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
Okay, I figure that I have to set the record straight on this peice of equipment. With other reviews ranging from excellent to poor; I can bring some mediation. I first purchased both a HDC-1000 and HDC-3000 when they first came out almost a year and a half ago. At first, It was hell, you couldn't depend on either unit. Both units would shut off and do other odd things. After dealing with Cortex and updating the units about five different times they started working a little better. I'll tell you the truth, I wouldnt purchase the HDC-1000; We still have problems with this unit. Some nights the HDC-1000 will be 100% fine and then other nights it will shut off on two or three different occasions. But, The HDC-3000 has been nothing but golden since we have gotten all the initial bugs fixed with help from Cortex. The unit is a breeze to work and it is easy to update the database for the unit once you learn how to work the database well. Since then we have purchased three more HDC-3000 units and have had no issue with any of them. If you have an issue with yours, it may need to be updated which is also very easy. The Cortex support website always has new updates for the units and they are always adding new features to thier units. I will say this much to someone that would like to switch thier CD collection over to Hard-drive. DO NOT BUY THIS UNIT UNLESS YOU ARE PREPAIRD TO DO THE INITIAL WORK IT TAKES TO SWITCH OVER TO THIS SYSTEM. But, I had to rip over 500 CDs and then name every single song on the computer, trust me, it was worth it.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Powerful
Cons
- Difficult To Use
- Limited Functions
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Maybe as a Backup
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
This WOULD be a good unit if it was reliable. We've owned the HDC since January and it cuts songs off in the middle and must be rebooted frequently. Contrary to the advertising that it is "more stable than a PC," it is definitely not and claims that it works well with a variety of storage media are not true. A very touchy, buggy machine. Wouldn't recommend it.
Pros
- Blows away the Denon and
- Clear Sound
- Cortex is the real thing
- Easy To Use
- Powerful
- Professional Functions
Cons
- This unit is awesome
Best Uses
- Club DJ
- Professionals
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
Rock solid. Easy to use. I have used it at several nite club gigs and my Cortex worked to perfection.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Powerful
- Professional Functions
- Versatile
Cons
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Professionals
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
This will be a great product, once they get all the bugs out of the firmware and database software. Right now, it's not usable for a professional event, because it randomly locks up every 20 to 30 minutes. The company acknowledges that this is a known problem. The good thing is that the unit's firmware can be updated, but they are slow to release the fixes. Also, the database software that you need to run on your PC in order to update and maintain their database is light on performance and functionality. I've been told by their support staff that a rewrite is underway, but a release date is unknown.
Pros
- Powerful
- Versatile
Cons
- Difficult To Use
- Stutters sometimes
Best Uses
- DJs
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
So far I've had a mixed experience with this unit. It is definitely a very capable unit but its initial release may have been slightly premature. However, they recently released their first firmware update that adds a BPM search function, the ability to tap out BPMs, better searching ability and other fixes. You have to be a little tech savvy to prep your drive for database searching which requires the Cortex database software. Some legacy CD player DJs will also be miffed at the fact that you have to go through menus to enable looping or hot starts as opposed to those functions having their own buttons.One serious gripe I have is the LCD displays that are used. They're very slow to refresh which is not cool when using the waveforms during playback. All in all, I think this is a powerful device that has great potential, but make sure your MP3s are immaculate and you play with it a lot before using it in the field. At the very least, [...].
Pros
- Buggy firmwear
- Clear Sound
- Easy To Use
- Own
Cons
- Erratic
- Unreliable
Best Uses
- Mobile DJ
- Professionals
Comments about Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller:
I run a mobile DJ service in So.FL i own the cortex hdc 1000 it had many bugs in the units firmware that would make unit sometimes stop playback in the middle of a song, would not load the song that was selected, and other headaches in that time since cortex has made significant improvements to the hdc 1000 with firmware updates. i bought the hdc 3000 and though i got a lemon on first use ( was so bad had pssl do a exchange firmware is buggy ) the hdc 3000 seems to suffer form the same problems as the hdc 1000 did in the beginning i would recommend
checking to see if updates are available for the hdc 3000 before thinking about buying this unit i now own the denon dn-hd2500 works better and features are more accessible but lacks the file handling capability of the cortext units
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Q:
Can I use this product with a software such as OtsAV DJAsked on 4/19/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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A:
The Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller does not work with software, it is a usb controller for your IPOD and hard drive.
The HDC3000 is able to play audio CDs with any compatible USB CDROM or DVDROM drive.Answered on 4/20/2011 by DJ Seankillazz from Cypress, CA
Q:
How do you connect this device to a laptop. I dont see any way of doing this.Asked on 1/12/2011 by lightmaster18 from Tustin CA1 answer
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A:
You can connect this device through your USB ports. You can connect your laptop, or any external device, such as an ipod or an external hard drive.Answered on 1/18/2011 by Anonymous
Q:
can you download music into this machine from an IpodAsked on 12/8/2010 by mark from Shelby, Mt.1 answer
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A:
This particular device is just a controller for other media storage devices. It does not have on-board memory for music playback. Please contact us for more information.Answered on 12/9/2010 by Adrian from PSSL
Q:
do this item comes with a manual for instruction or without one?Asked on 12/7/2010 by massive from bahamas1 answer
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A:
Yes, the Cortex HDC-3000 Digital Music Controller comes with a owners manual.Answered on 12/10/2010 by DJ Seankillazz from Cypress, CA
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