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This hard-drive based, professional media player and controller offers a total all-in-one "nerve center" that addresses and actually anticipates ever changing needs. Flexible and packed with features, the DN-HD2500 is built for any event where professional-quality and flawless performance is expected.
Features:
- Internal 40GB Hard Disk to store and playback thousands of songs
- Supports up to 4 External USB Portable Devices with additional music including iPods
- Intuitive File Navigation System: Artist Album Title Genre BPM Year Playlist
- Supports USB Keyboard
- Large 3.8 inch High Resolution LCD Display
- Music Manager PC Software Included
- Supports DND4500/DND4000 drive units for disc playback
- 7 Onboard Effects: Echo Echo Loop Flanger Filter DragS Brake Reverse
- Next File Function
- Playlist Function create edit / import export .m3u/.xml
- 2 Hot Starts Seamless Loops per Deck
- A/B Point Loop Trim
- Key Adjust
- Internal Cue Point Memory
- Touch Sensitive Scratch Disc
- 3Way BPM Counter: Auto Tap Manual Input
- 6 Pitch Ranges w/Deep Resolution
- Fader Start Compatible
- Digital Outputs
- Software Upgradeable
- Size: 19"w x 5.2"h x 5"d Inches
We are pleased to announce new software for the DN-HD2500 Media Player& Controller and a new version of Denon DJ Music Manager, that will both enhance the performance of this already amazing machine.
Added Plug In`s - 7/07:
- Added MEMO saving while other deck is playing
- Added STRING SEARCH function
- Added BPM range search
- Added Intelligent Keyboard switching
- Added new Keyboard functionally by "F" keys
- Added Temporary DB option in file mode
- Added Latin-1 character support to file names & tags
- Added Unicode ID3 Tag support
- Added auto C-Fade & Cont. play to Power On Play function
- Added USB access indicator to display
- Added Soft Reset functionally
- Added Factory Default function in Utility mode
- Added "Format Disk" function for internal HDD
- Improved USB transfer speed when moving files to & from the HD2500
- Improved USB Hub conditions at power up
- Improved DB registration of some questionable mp3 files
- Improved other minor bugs listed with the firmware download
- Added Auto BPM Analyzing function for .WAV/.MP3 files in the New Denon
- DJ Music Manager
- Improved other minor bugs found in the Music Manager
Added Plug In`s - 11/07:
- Added: USB MIDI Interface to control PC Software
- Added: USB AUDIO Interface (ASIO Driver)
- Added: International Keyboard support
- Added: Quick Jump support for BU4500/DND4500 models
- Improved other minor bugs listed with the firmware download
- Resolved issue with Music Manager; MEMO data was disappearing for .WAV files after "Auto BPM" was executed
Added Plug In`s - 6/08:
- Added: Windows Vista support in MIDI mode
- Added: support for new iPod
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REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 16 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
69%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (6)
- Easy to set up (6)
- Simple controls (6)
- High quality (5)
- Great sound (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Large rooms (4)
- Smaller rooms / apartments (4)
- Basic systems (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional (5), Audiophile (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Very good design, held back by software
The HD2500 is well designed and has a great feel. It is fairly stratight forward to learn the basics and has plenty of options to keep tweakers happy for quite some time.
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The HD2500 is well designed and has a great feel. It is fairly stratight forward to learn the basics and has plenty of options to keep tweakers happy for quite some time.
Unfortunately, Denon's initial release of the Denon Music Manager and the HD2500 firmware need to mature. Denon also needs to rethink their view that they can dictate to an existing industry what is a "good" MP3. Files that played fine in Virtual DJ, MixMeister, a Cortex device, and even a Vestax CDX-05 needed massaging for the Music Manager to use them. That does not meant that they will then play on the HD2500. The firmware is a bit finicky towards MP3 format.
With that said, I have used the HD2500 at one 4 hour gig and it played well. The sound is very good (except for some degredation when changing tempo with key lock enabled - this may be a firmware issue). Playlists work well and finding music is easy using the parameter knob in conjunction with the jog/scratch wheels.
Recommended, but either be prepared to do some work or wait for a couple versions of software/firmware.
Also, PSSL was fantastic to work with!
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
do your research
i have used this unit 2 nights so far and have mixed feelings about it, on one hand i dont need a laptop but the laptop is much more suited for larger music collections you...Read complete review
i have used this unit 2 nights so far and have mixed feelings about it, on one hand i dont need a laptop but the laptop is much more suited for larger music collections you can search for songs and artists much more easier. also the manual states do not use in a areas that have smoke because it may damage the unit, guess what i am a dj in a night club and people can still smoke in my area so i have to take my chances. so far the only thing that falls short for me is the non use of ntsf drives, and the denon software is at its current stage a joke. aside from that the item is very sound, so skipping or lag at all. oh and the power button is on the side and very hard to get to if rack mounted i dont know why they put it there at all.
pros no need for a laptop, external sound card, external controller, true instant start, onboard fx
cons does not support ntsf drives, searching is hard when you have thousands of songs and artists, the software needs major work, can not create folders for music to be stored on player, playlist can only be 100 songs, built in 40 gig hard drive (would liked it to be at least 120), power button, only 1 usb input.
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Pros
- Doesn't Skip
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
- Small internal drive
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
We have used this since it came out and it is great. We use it with an external drive and a keyboard and have been very happy with the results. Most of our gigs are weddings and the fact that it still controls the CD player if we need it is perfect for us. The new updates have made it a better product. We like the F12 which lets us look for a word in the title. Over 200 jobs and counting and still very happy. Looking to buy a second.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
- Limited as a usb player
- No itunes support
Best Uses
- Basic Systems
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
I purchased this unit to play files directly off my ipod like with IDJ2, after the IDJ2 died (dropped). It was extremely limited since it will only play MP3 and Wav. files. Seems outdated since only 1/3 of my music is in that format. Was going to take it back, but I kept it and purchsed Virtual DJ for it. After a few tweaks (mapping), it works great for audio and vide mixing. Can't use Mp3 or hard drive capabilities since you can't switch seamlessly from one function to another. Overall, great buy as a controller, but would not recommend it if you're just starting out.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
- Great Sound
Cons
Best Uses
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
It's a great device but my music folders i have organized on my passport does not exist alot of my music shows up unknown this is something denon should work on an if they get it to perform exactly like serato scratch live it would be the best media player ever
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Set Up
- Flexibility
- Great Sound
- Stant alone
Cons
- Mp3 sofware
Best Uses
- Back up
- Basic Systems
- Compact system
- Pc less systems
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
I use this control for mobil DJ, It has froz a cupple of times but I belive it was cause a bad mp3. and I used it mostly as a back up. or to play music while I finish seting up the rest of my lIgting equipment.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Doesn't Skip
- Durable
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
I USE THIS MACHINE THURS - FRI - SAT AND DJ AT A BAR AND ALSO USE IT FOR PRIVATE PARTIES.
THIS IS A GREAT MACHINE!! NEVER A LOCK UP AT ANY SHOW.
TO ALL OTHERS USING AND COMPLAINING, KEEP YOUR HARD DRIVES DEFRAGMENTED UPDATE YOUR FIRMWARE AND USE POWERED USB HUBS.
THIS UNIT IS 100% STABLE COMPARED TO COMPUTER SOFTWARE!
I LIKE THIS UNIT SO MUCH I HAVE TWO FOR BOTH OF MY SYSTEMS!!
IF YOU ARE WILLING TO FOLLOW THE FEW TIPS I PROVIDED YOU WILL LOVE THE PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY OF THE DENON HD-2500
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Controls
- Easy To Set Up
Cons
- software could be better
Best Uses
- Larger Rooms
- Smaller Rooms
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
I have used this product for over a year now, and bottom line is that I am just about ready to put it in my second show. Lately it has froze up on me the past couple of times, but the more I think about it, I think that it is more likely the USB hub. It would be nice if there was a easier way to escape this but unfortuately the only thing you can do is shut it down and start it up. Not a good thing to do in when you have the dancefloor packed. Up until about 2 or 3 weeks ago from this posting, I hadn't had any problems with it. The software, like everyone says, probably could be a little better, but it really isn't that bad. Not only would I recommend it, I already have, to many other DJ's. I would get the Denon CD Drive to go with it, so you can always use your cds as back up.
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy Controls
Cons
- Difficult To Set Up
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
For starters, the power switch is located in the back of the player. This is a problem for those who wish to mount in a cabinet or cofin. The system is easy to figure out and utilize as a simple cd player.However, the Tech assured me that it would work with my laptop and external hard drive, but after receiving this product and finding out that it does NOT work with my software and I have to reformat my system to FAT32, I am ready to return it. [...] Go figure. The fact that the tech did not know what he was talking about and that now I have to wipe my music off my hard drive and reformat to FAT32, I am wishing I had purchased another product.If your system is formatted to work with this product, than this is well worth every penny; however, take the time to find out all the info you can first.Again the product and desing are nice, however it is the complications with the software that is the biggest problem with this purchase.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Functions
- Versatile
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Events
- Mobile DJ
- Performances
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
Good product!! easy to find songs! NO problem with unit
Pros
- High Quality
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
At the current firmware v1004 the unit is extremely picky about MP3 files. Be aware all your files will need to be checked by using a miriad of programs for example (Tag and Rename or MP3 gain). BPM information will not show as well. You will need to convert this BPM info from Unicode to ASCII using Tag & Rename or other software. One bad MP3 file will get the unit in a jam fairly quick with no easy way out, except resetting.
One last thing: You cannot do searched based on string. For example: if you type "love" only songs that start with "love" at the beginning of the title will show. If the word "love" is somewhere else in the title it will not show this song as a result.
The unit does not read volume information so you would either have to run all your files through MP3Gain or manually adjust the volume as each file plays. This process takes a long time.
The software, Denon Music Manager, is a complete joke. It performs and looks like something that was written in DOS 15 years ago.
Denon includes a hard drive in the unit, but is only 40gb. If you decide to change it to a higher capacity drive you void your warranty.
Denon should have looked at Itunes or any other industry standard music program and create something as easy to use.
Better yet, Rane's Serato would have been a good starting point to look at.
You cannot create crates or playlists on the go like all other units out there.
These are the flaws that I have found from using the unit for about a month now. I have been using Serato for the past year and have never run into any issues whatsoever.
The unit's construction is superb and latency seems to be a thing of the past.
If Denon decides to fix these issues this would no doubt be the best MP3 player out there right now since the other players look like plastic toys.
Pros
- High Quality
- Meets dj specs
Cons
- Weak on real firmware
Best Uses
- Interface friendly
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
Just like everyone said this unit is good but need to be able to handle larger hard drives without all the conversion.Where is the the top mount usb that you said was there and hustle with update to support sub folders.Once your a dj you can adapt to the features fast.If your a denon user this is almost home for you with little set backs.
Pros
- High Quality
Cons
- Time consuming
Best Uses
- The Next file Function
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
It really helps out and adds you Time to find a song with the next file option. I would'nt recommend for a first Timer but overall Great Job DENON.
Pros
- Good Value
Cons
- BAD FOR CLUBS
Best Uses
- ONLY FOR HOME
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
I HAD A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH USB DEVICES LIKE IPODS AND EXTERNAL HARD DRIVES.
THE MUSIC STOPPED THREE TIMES DURING THE NIGHT AND I STILL DO NOT KNOW WHAT HAPPENED.
IT IS GOOD FOR PERSONAL USE AT HOME. BUT NOT FOR NIGHT CLUBS OR MOBILE DJ'S
Pros
- Durable
- High Quality
Cons
- Finicky softwarefirmware
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
The HD2500 is well designed and has a great feel. It is fairly stratight forward to learn the basics and has plenty of options to keep tweakers happy for quite some time.
Unfortunately, Denon's initial release of the Denon Music Manager and the HD2500 firmware need to mature. Denon also needs to rethink their view that they can dictate to an existing industry what is a "good" MP3. Files that played fine in Virtual DJ, MixMeister, a Cortex device, and even a Vestax CDX-05 needed massaging for the Music Manager to use them. That does not meant that they will then play on the HD2500. The firmware is a bit finicky towards MP3 format.
With that said, I have used the HD2500 at one 4 hour gig and it played well. The sound is very good (except for some degredation when changing tempo with key lock enabled - this may be a firmware issue). Playlists work well and finding music is easy using the parameter knob in conjunction with the jog/scratch wheels.
Recommended, but either be prepared to do some work or wait for a couple versions of software/firmware.
Also, PSSL was fantastic to work with!
Pros
- 100 pitch
- Key control
- No more laptop
- Onboard fx
- True instant start
Cons
- 40 gig hd
- Only 1 usb input
- Power button location
- Searching for files
- Software
Best Uses
- 4 small music collections
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
i have used this unit 2 nights so far and have mixed feelings about it, on one hand i dont need a laptop but the laptop is much more suited for larger music collections you can search for songs and artists much more easier. also the manual states do not use in a areas that have smoke because it may damage the unit, guess what i am a dj in a night club and people can still smoke in my area so i have to take my chances. so far the only thing that falls short for me is the non use of ntsf drives, and the denon software is at its current stage a joke. aside from that the item is very sound, so skipping or lag at all. oh and the power button is on the side and very hard to get to if rack mounted i dont know why they put it there at all.
pros no need for a laptop, external sound card, external controller, true instant start, onboard fx
cons does not support ntsf drives, searching is hard when you have thousands of songs and artists, the software needs major work, can not create folders for music to be stored on player, playlist can only be 100 songs, built in 40 gig hard drive (would liked it to be at least 120), power button, only 1 usb input.
Pros
- High Quality
Cons
- Expensive
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
Where is the top mounted USB port?
Pros
- Good Value
Cons
- Low Quality
Best Uses
Comments about Denon DN-HD2500 USB Pro Media Player & Controller:
Could have done a way better job comparing to other competion that out there first why does it only support the 4500 & 4000 what happen to customer that purchase other mp3 player ex 9000&6000 second could have made with option of firewire instead of usb which is way faster loading audion files third larger lcd screen larger space40gb is not typical let me guess it going to be the next model after this one!!!!! COULD HAVE WAY BETTER THIS IS DENON WE ARE TALKING ABOUT I BELIEVE IN YOU GUYS
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