Behringer DX2000USB Brochure

DJ Mixers

PRO MIXER
DX USB

Professional 7-Channel DJ Mixer
with innium “Contact-Free” VCA
Crossfader and USB/Audio Interface

Professional, 7-channel, ultra-low
noise DJ mixer with state-of-the-art
phono preamps

45-mm innium “contact-free”
optical crossfader with adjustable
friction for years of use

5 dual stereo inputs plus 2 mono
mic/line channels with ULN mic
preamps, Phantom Power,
Gain control and Clip LED

Built-in USB interface for recording
and playback of any digital
music le. Works with your PC or
Mac computer— no setup or
drivers required

Massive software bundle including
Audacity vinyl restoration and
recording, Podier and Golden Ear
podcasting software downloadable
at behringer.com

Ultra-musical 3-band kill EQ (-32 dB)
with EQ on/o switch on all
stereo channels

Long-wearing 100-mm faders and
sealed rotary controls on all
input channels

Headphone output with Level
and Balance (PFL/Main) controls,
switchable split mode and
level display

These days a DJ gig can command
a lot more than a mic and a couple
of turntables. You may need to
accommodate a multimedia presentation,
a variety of audio platforms (vinyl, CDs,
mp3) and multiple mics—all at the same
event! That’s why BEHRINGER is proud to
present the 7-channel, rack-mountable
DX2000USB with its built-in USB/audio
interface and contact-free optical
crossfader—an invaluable tool for the
DJ-of-all-trades.

The inclusion of the X1 optical
crossfader in the DX2000USB represents
tremendous added value. The “feel” of
this crossfader can be custom-tailored
to accommodate your individual mixing
style, and the contact-free technology
means silky-smooth performance for
many years to come. We oer the X1 as
a premium upgrade for our DDM4000
digital DJ mixers at $74.99 USD, but it
comes standard with the DX2000USB
at no additional cost. Please visit our
website to nd out more about the
X1 optical fader.

Live Large With More Mediums!

If it can be clicked, spun or
spoken, the new DX2000USB can
mix it! Youget 5 dual stereo inputs
plus 2 mono mic/line channels
with ultra low-noise mic preamps,
Phantom Power, Gain control and
Clip LED. The DX2000USB also has enough
built-in phono preamps to handle up
to three turntables. Finally, the built-in
USB/audio interface gives you the power
to add your computer’s digital music
library to the mix. Hey, we even include
the rack-ears, so you’re ready-to-go right
out of the box!

Old-school feel,
new-school performance

The DX2000USB is packed with
cutting-edge versatility, but we
didn’t lose sight of the basic features
that make a DJ mixer a lasting part of
your rig. This new breed of DJ mixer
features super-smooth, long-wearing
100 mm faders and the innium
optical contact-free crossfader for

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Auto-talkover function with
separate Sensitivity, Time and
Damping controls

Main Dim, main Boost, Punch
and Cut functions for awesome
mix options

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DX USB

Subbass Out for separate subwoofer,
additional Zone output for
second room/area

“Planet Earth” switching power

supply for maximum exibility
(100 - 240 V~), noise-free audio,
superior transient response plus
low power consumption for
energy saving

Rack mount brackets included for
ultimate exibility

High-quality components and
exceptionally rugged construction
ensure long life

Conceived and designed by
BEHRINGER Germany

utmost reliability and smooth audio
performance. It is important to note
that since this premium crossfader is
contact-free, there is none of the typically
“wear and tear” that plagues mechanical
faders, so your crossfades are always
awless—and will be for years to come.

The DX2000USB comes armed
with a switchable 3-band kill EQ and
Gain control per stereo channel.
Mono channels feature an additional
Low Cut switch and an FX switch that
routes the channel to the FX SEND and
RETURN loop, so you can add a touch of
outboard eects. These channels feature
balanced XLR mic inputs, as well as ¼"
line jacks, a Channel On button and a

Built-in
USB audio
interface

RCA RECORD
OUT jacks

TRS monitor
outputs

PFL switch for headphone monitoring.
The handy Talkover button allows you to
make announcements without killing the
music via three adjustable parameters,
Sensitivity (speechlevel threshold),
Time(speedat which the music level
returns to normal) and Damping (depth
the music is attenuated by the mic signal).

For the DJ in need of mammoth
bass, the DX2000USB features an
XLR subwoofer output (perfect for
connecting to an active subwoofer)
with adjustable (30 - 200Hz) Crossover
Frequency dial and Level control.
Directly above, the DX2000USB provides
a ¼" main mono ouput for synching
your music’s strongest pulses with a

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LINE/PHONO
button optimizes
PHONO/LINE
jacks for use with
turntable or CDplayer

TRS
LINE IN

LEVEL knob
adjusts output
of SUB BASS
OUT jack
for use with
subwoofer

Balanced/
Unbalanced mono
output to external
lighting controller

IEC Power socket
and on/o switch

CROSSOVER
FREQUENCY knob
adjusts frequency
of low pass lter for
use with subwoofer

Stereo Main
Insert

Main XLR
outputs

XLR monitor
outputs

TRS ZONE
outputs

FX SEND/
RETURN jacks

TRS LINE
inputs

RCA LINE
inputs

TRS REMOTE
CONTROL
jack

CD RCA
inputs

Ground lugs for
turntables

PHONO/
LINE RCA
inputs

XLR MIC
IN

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DX USB

lighting system, provided your lighting
system has “sound-to-light” capability
(e.g. BEHRINGER LC2412 Lighting Console).
The Main Output section oers balanced
¼" TRS and XLR stereo outputs, as well as
¼" TRS Main Insert jacks for connecting to
outboard EQ and dynamics processors, such
as limiters and compressors. Thissection
also features RCA outputs for recording
your set. The Monitor/Zone Output section

FX button
routes
channel to
FX SEND and
RETURN loop

Gain

INPUT
button selects
channel’s
audio source

gives you separate stereo ¼" and XLR
monitor outputs, as well as ¼" stereo zone
outputs, each with their own dedicated
level controls. This feature gives the
DX2000USB incredible zone mixing
versatility, allowing you to send output
signals to a variety of destinations, such as
the lobby, restaurant or waiting areas,
all the while maintaining total control.

Transforming with Punch and Cut

Transforming is a DJ term used to
describe the chopping up of sound to
create some rather dramatic eects.
Traditionally this is done by rapidly
moving a crossfader to give a stuttering
or “gated” eect, either between two

TIME knob
adjusts how
quickly the
music volume
recovers after
talkover has
been engaged

EQ ON

CD/PHONO
input selector

DAMPING
adjusts music
level reduction
when talkover
is engaged

SENSITIVITY
knob adjusts
how loud mic
signal must
be to engage
talkover

music sources, or one source and
silence. Another DJ trick is to use the
channel faders, or channel on buttons,
to chop one music track over another.
These methods are still valid, butif you’re
looking for instant gratication, check
out our ergonomic alternative— apair of
big assignable non-latching PUNCH/CUT
buttons. We’re sure you will grow to love
their speed and ease ofoperation.

The Punch and Cut modes are
available via the TRANSFORM MODE
button, with a pair of LEDs that let you
know which function is active. The X and
Y Punch/Cut buttons are conveniently
located right next to the crossfader
with which they are designed to work.

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LEVEL METER
displays
left and
right MAIN
signal, PFL
signal level

LIGHT LEVEL
adjusts output
level of mono
LIGHT OUTPUT

LOW CUT
button
removes
unwanted low
frequencies

EQ knobs

PAN knob
positions channel
in stereo eld

TALKOVER button

CHANNEL ON

PFL button
sends channel
to PFL bus

CROSSFADER
button routes
signal to
crossfader

CHANNEL fader
adjusts channel
volume

ASSIGN button
assigns active
channel to X or Y
side of crossfader

TRACK START
button allows
remote control
of commercial
playback decks
via built-in
remote jacks

MAIN BOOST
raises the
main mix by
+4 dB

MAIN DIM
button
reduces the
main mix by

-20 dB

PUNCH/CUT
buttons

optical X/Y
CROSSFADER

ZONE LEVEL
adjusts output
of ZONE
OUTPUTS

FX RETURN

MAIN/PFL
selects main
stereo mix or
PFL mix for
phones

PHONES LEVEL

BALANCE
adjusts blend
of PFL and
main signals
in headphones

TRANSFORM
MODE
determines
whether
PUNCH/
CUT buttons
operate
in CUT or
PUNCH mode

MAIN fadersinnium

MONITOR
fader adjusts
output of
MONITOR
OUTPUTS

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DX USB

CUT mode enables the big buttons to be
used as mutes for interesting gating eects,
temporarily silencing the X or Y output.
In PUNCH mode the X button introduces the
X signal to the mix, while the Y button brings
in the Y signal. This means you can add in bits
and beats from X on top of Y and vice versa,
opening up your scope to extremely
creative mixing.

MAIN DIM and MAIN BOOST

You can add even more dramatic
eects by using the MAIN BOOST and
MAIN DIM buttons for a temporary
boost (+4 dB) or cut (-20 dB) of the main
output volume. For instance, you could
use MAIN DIM for audience sing-along
bits—or you could use MAIN BOOST
to emphasize beats, aspecial musical
passage, etc.

Remote Control

If you use external audio devices,
such as CDplayers, CART machines, etc.,

Complete Mobile DJ System

in the course of your performance, you’ll
be pleasantly surprised by DX2000USB’s
remote control feature. Manycommercial
playback decks oer remote start
and stop functionality. If your player
supports this feature (please check your
device’s owner’s manual), you can use
DX2000USB’s TRACK START buttons,
conveniently located below the faders
on channels 3-7, to control up to three
similarly equipped devices. This may seem
like a minor detail, but it can become
a major hassle when you’re trying to
produce the perfect show!

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Laptop

HPX4000
DJ Headphones

B212D Active
PA Loudspeakers

FX2000
Digital Eects Processor

CD Player

FEX800 FX Processor

XM8500
Dynamic Mics

B1800D-PRO
Active Subwoofer

B315D Active
PA Loudspeakers

Turntable

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DX USB

Super Software

You get incredible multitracking
software and more when you hook up
with the DX2000USB. Thisamazing DAW
(digital audio workstation) makes it easy
to manipulate your audio and MIDI les,
turning song ideas into stunning CD
or web-ready recordings. There’seven
a built-in drum machine and internal
multi-FX processor. If you want to
incorporate sounds from old, damaged
vinyl, the included Audacity freeware
audio editor with vinyl restoration
capability will remove pops and other

noise. You even get Golden Ear and
Podier software so you can instantly
share your creations via podcast.

Value

When you add the DX2000USB to your
rig, you connect to unrivaled versatility
and performance at a price that will leave
you with cash to spare. Its superior build
quality and rugged components mean
this mixer will serve you well for years to
come. Drop in at your nearest BEHRINGER
dealer and nd out why so many DJs are
making magic with BEHRINGER.

Simple Setup with Club PA System

HPX4000
DJ Headphones

Laptop

B212D Active
PA Loudspeakers

FX2000
Digital Eects Processor

MP3
player

XM8500
Dynamic Mics

XL3200
Live Mixer

CD Player

Turntable

PRO MIXER
DX USB

Specications

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Mono Input Channels

Mic input Electronically balanced,
discrete input conguration

Gain +10 to +60 dB

Frequenc y response 10 Hz to 80 kHz, +/-3 dB

THD 0.08 % typ. @ -30 dBu, 1 k Hz

Line input

Gain -10 to +40 dB

Frequenc y response 10 Hz to 80 kHz, +/-3 dB

THD 0.08 % ty p. @ -10 dBu, 1 kHz

S/N ratio 85 dB, unweighted

EQ

Low +/-12 dB @ 50 Hz

Mid +/-8 dB @ 750 Hz

High +/-12 dB @ 10 kHz

Low cut 75 Hz, 18 dB/oct

Stereo Input Channels

Phone/Line/CD input Unbalanced input

Gain

Line/CD +17/-20 dB

Phone +17/-20 dB

Frequency response

Line/CD 10 Hz to 130 kHz, +/-3 dB

Phone 20 Hz to 20 kHz, RIA A

THD

Line/CD 0.05 % ty p @ 0 dBu, 1 kHz

Phone 0.1 % typ @ -40 dB, 1 kH z

S/N ratio

Line/CD -82 dB, unweighted

Phone -78 dB, unweighted

Kill EQ

Low +6/-25 dB @ 50 Hz

Mid + 6/-25 dB @ 1.4 kHz

High +6/-18 dB @ 15 kHz

Connectors

Master out

Jack 0 dB

XLR +6 dB

Monitor out

Jack 0 dB (max.10 dB gain)

Zone out

Jack 0 dB (max.10 dB gain)

Insert send 0 dB

Insert return 0 dB

Effect send 0 dB

USB

Audio Stereo In/Out

Connector Type B

Sample rate 48 kHz

Power Supply

Mains Voltages

USA/Canad a 120 V ~, 60 H

UK/Austra lia 240 V ~, 50 Hz

Europe 230 V ~, 50 Hz

General E xport Model 100 - 120 V ~, 200 - 240 V ~,
50 - 60 Hz

Physical

Dimensio ns (Hx W x D) 6.29 x 13.38 x 17.32"
160 x 340 x 440 m m

Weight 14.77 lbs / 6.7 kg

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