r/DJs • • 22h ago

MPC or Deck?

I have a mpc live 2 and I've created a bunch of songs on the device. I've a lot of experience using the device for writing, but I've never done a full set with it where the songs flowed continuously.
Does anyone have experience running an mpc with a dj deck?
I'd like to keep the mpc as part of the workflow because I have a midi glove which works great for controlling effects (like lowpass filter), or muting tracks or pads (like muting the bass or the kick).
Is there a dj deck that could take midi messages so that I could route a midi controller to control effects and things like that?

Also, is there a deck that could work with audio coming in from an instrument, in this case the mpc, instead of from a usb or streaming service?

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u/dj_soo 18h ago edited 17h ago

It’s not great for straight DJing.

You can use ableton link to connect a laptop suite or Denon gear, but not pioneer standalone gear

You’d need something with at least an aux input