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American Audio VMS4.1 4 Channel MIDI Controller

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Brand American Audio
Connectivity Technology USB
Special Feature The American Audio VMS4.1 is a 4-Channel Midi Controller that comes bundled with Virtual DJ LE software. The VMS4.1 features four MIDILOG™ Channels (compatible with any 'MIDI Software'* or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.), two microphone inputs, Balanced XLR outputs, a 4 In/4 Out Sound Card built-in, and comes with American Audio's exclusive 'DSP D-Core' Audio Engine inside. The VMS4.1 is designed for performance minded DJs looking for a solid, all-in-one Midi Controller to See more
Included Components Headphone, Software Suite, USB Cable
Item Weight 17 Pounds

About this item

  • Main Features: 4X Midilog Channels Software Or Analog Inputs - Such As Cd Players, Turntables, Etc.) - Dsp D-Core Inside: Studio Quality Audio Engine + Pro Stage Microphone Circuitry - 2X Mics With Gain, Treble, Mid & Bass Control -
  • General Features: Midi Controller With 4 Usb / Analog Selectable Midilog Channels - All Audio Control Faders, Knobs, Switches, And Buttons Smoothed - Gain/Treble/Mid/Bass Eq On All Channels - 2 Phono/Line Selectable Analog Channels -
  • Midi Features: Built-In Mouse Pad - Long Life Midi Assignable Touch Strips - Two 10- Bit Resolution Pitch Sliders - 62 Assignable Midi Buttons And Switches - 50 Midi Buttons Have Led Illuminations
  • Audio Features: 24-Bit 48 Khz Analog Audio - 16-Bit 44.1Khz Usb Audio - 10-Bit Resolution On All Analog Fader Controls - Selectable Usb Modes: 4 In 4 Out Mode For Running Software Effects On Phono/Line Analog Channels
  • System Requirements Pc Requirements: Windows Xp Sp2 Or Windows Vista (32-Bit & 64-Bit Supported) - Piv 1.2Ghz Computer (Sse2 Cpu), Amd 64 Or Greater - 1024_768 Svga Video - 2 Gig Ram (Vista) see site for more

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What's in the box

  • USB Cable
  • Headphone
  • Software Suite

    • Product Description

    Product Description


    VMS4.1

    The American Audio VMS4.1 is a 4-Channel Midi Controller that comes bundled with Virtual DJ LE software. The VMS4.1 features four MIDILOG Channels (compatible with any “MIDI Software”* or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.), two microphone inputs, Balanced XLR outputs, a 4 In/4 Out Sound Card built-in, and comes with American Audio’s exclusive “DSP D-Core” Audio Engine inside.

    Front View Angle View Rear View Angle View Front VIew

    The VMS4.1 is designed for performance minded DJs looking for a solid, all-in-one Midi Controller to play MP3 tracks from their laptop, plus have the option to add CD Players and turntables to the mix.


    Specifications:
    • Main Features:
    • 4x Midilog Channels (Compatible with any "Midi Learn" Software or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.)
    • DSP D-Core Inside: Studio Quality Audio Engine + Pro Stage Microphone Circuitry
    • 2x Mics with Gain, Treble, Mid & Bass Control
    • Crossfader Curve Adjustment
    • Balanced XLR Outputs
    • Assignable Touch Strips
    • Built-in Mouse Pad
    • Built-in 4 In/4 Out Soundcard
    • Bundled with Virtual DJ LE Software
    • ----General Features:
    • Midi Controller with 4 USB / Analog selectable MIDILOG (Midi & Analog) channels
    • All audio control faders, knobs, switches, and buttons smoothed - eliminates popping, wiper noise, and zipper noise
    • On/Off soft startup and turnoff
    • Gain/treble/mid/bass EQ on all MIDILOGTM channels
    • 2 phono/line selectable analog channels
    • Two microphone channels with illuminated on/off switches and gain/treble/mid/bass EQs
    • On/off cueing on each MIDILOGTM channel
    • Split cueing headphones with rotary mix control
    • Illuminated rubber knobs for ease of use in dark environments
    • Solid 1.6mm thick faceplate for extra durability
    • Panel mounted rotary knobs
    • Full analog mixer operation if the computer crashes or with external power supply
    • Innofader replaceable crossfader compatible (sold separately)
    • Crossfader curve control
    • Crossfader assign and reverse
    • Q-Start crossfader controlled startup for 2 external audio players
    • User replaceable channel faders
    • Master and Booth outputs with L/R balance
    • Balanced Master outputs
    • 12 position stereo master output VU meter
    • Dimensions (LxWxH): 19”x12.75”x1.5” / 482x325x40mm
    • Weight: 13 lbs. / 6 kg.
    • ----Midi Features:
    • Built-in mouse pad
    • Long life MIDI assignable touch strips
    • Two 10- bit resolution pitch sliders
    • 62 assignable MIDI buttons and switches
    • 50 MIDI buttons have LED illuminations, including 18 with dual blue/red LEDs
    • 4 assignable rotary encoders
    • 34 assignable rotary controllers
    • 5 assignable linear fader controllers
    • Dual MIDI controls on all buttons and switches
    • Dual 2000 point resolution touch sensitive turntable scratch controllers
    • ----Audio Features:
    • 24-bit 48 kHz analog audio
    • 16-bit 44.1kHz USB audio
    • 10-bit resolution on all analog fader controls
    • THD <0.1%*
    • Channel separation >60dB*
    • S/N ratio >85dB*
    • Analog channel audio latency <1msec
    • Selectable USB modes: 4 in 4 out mode for running software effects on phono/line analog channels or 2 in 8 out mode for running 4 software channels and master recording
    • 2 msec response on all buttons
    • 4 msec response on all rotary and linear faders
    • 1 msec USB latency
    • For each audio channel, both line and phono mode
    • ----PC System Requirements:**
    • Windows XP Sp2 or Windows Vista (32-bit & 64-bit supported)
    • PIV 1.2GHz Computer (SSE2 CPU), AMD 64 or Greater
    • 1024_768 SVGA Video
    • 2 GIG RAM (Vista)
    • 40MB Free on the Hard-Drive (Recommended 2000MB)
    • DirectX 9.0
    • ----Mac System Requirements:
    • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC/Intel, 10.5.6 Intel, or 10.6 Intel
    • 1.86GHz
    • 2GB RAM
    • ** System Requirements may differ due to manufacturer software

    From the Manufacturer

    Presenting the VMS4.1

    The American Audio VMS4.1 is a 4-Channel Midi Controller that comes bundled with Virtual DJ LE software. The VMS4.1 features four MIDILOGT Channels (compatible with any "MIDI Software"* or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.), two microphone inputs, Balanced XLR outputs, a 4 In/4 Out Sound Card built-in, and comes with American Audio's exclusive "DSP D-Core" Audio Engine inside.

    Why the VMS4.1?

    The VMS4.1 is designed for performance minded DJs looking for a solid, all-in-one Midi Controller to play MP3 tracks from their laptop, plus have the option to add CD Players and turntables to the mix.

    Features:

    • Main Features -
    • 4x Midilog™ Channels (Compatible with any "Midi Learn" Software or Analog Inputs - such as CD Players, Turntables, etc.)
    • DSP D-Core Inside: Studio Quality Audio Engine + Pro Stage Microphone Circuitry
    • 2x Mics with Gain, Treble, Mid & Bass Control
    • Crossfader Curve Adjustment
    • Balanced XLR Outputs
    • Assignable Touch Strips
    • Built-in Mouse Pad
    • Built-in 4 In/4 Out Soundcard
    • Bundled with Virtual DJ LE Software

    • General Features -
    • Midi Controller with 4 USB / Analog selectable MIDILOG™ (Midi & Analog) channels
    • All audio control faders, knobs, switches, and buttons smoothed - eliminates popping, wiper noise, and zipper noise
    • On/Off soft startup and turnoff
    • Gain/treble/mid/bass EQ on all MIDILOG™ channels
    • 2 phono/line selectable analog channels
    • Two microphone channels with illuminated on/off switches and gain/treble/mid/bass EQs
    • On/off cueing on each MIDILOG™ channel
    • Split cueing headphones with rotary mix control
    • Illuminated rubber knobs for ease of use in dark environments
    • Solid 1.6mm thick faceplate for extra durability
    • Panel mounted rotary knobs
    • Full analog mixer operation if the computer crashes or with external power supply
    • Innofader replaceable crossfader compatible (sold separately)
    • Crossfader curve control
    • Crossfader assign and reverse
    • Q-Start crossfader controlled startup for 2 external audio players
    • User replaceable channel faders
    • Master and Booth outputs with L/R balance
    • Balanced Master outputs
    • 12 position stereo master output VU meter

    • Midi Features -
    • Long life MIDI assignable touch strips
    • Two 10- bit resolution pitch sliders
    • 62 assignable MIDI buttons and switches
    • 50 MIDI buttons have LED illuminations, including 18 with dual blue/red LEDs
    • 4 assignable rotary encoders
    • 34 assignable rotary controllers
    • 5 assignable linear fader controllers
    • Dual MIDI controls on all buttons and switches
    • Dual 2000 point resolution touch sensitive turntable scratch controllers

    • Audio Features -
    • 24-bit 48 kHz analog audio
    • 16-bit 44.1kHz USB audio
    • 10-bit resolution on all analog fader controls
    • THD <0.1%*
    • Channel separation >60dB*
    • S/N ratio >85dB*
    • Analog channel audio latency <1msec
    • Selectable USB modes: 4 in 4 out mode for running software effects on phono/line analog channels or 2 in 8 out mode for running 4 software channels and master recording
    • 2 msec response on all buttons
    • 4 msec response on all rotary and linear faders
    • 1 msec USB latency

    • PC System Requirements -
    • Windows XP Sp2 or Windows Vista (32-bit & 64-bit supported)
    • PIV 1.2GHz Computer (SSE2 CPU), AMD 64 or Greater
    • 1024_768 SVGA Video
    • 2 GIG RAM (Vista) o
    • 40MB Free on the Hard-Drive (Recommended 2000MB)
    • DirectX 9.0

    • Mac System Requirements -
    • Mac OS X 10.5 PPC/Intel, 10.5.6 Intel, or 10.6 Intel
    • 1.86GHz
    • 2GB RAM

    Application Photos:

    Here are some examples of the VMS4.1 in action:

    Specifications:

    Dimensions (LxWxH): 19" x 12.7" x 1.5"
    482 x 325 x 40mm Installation: Place on flat surface or mount in flat case Weight: 13 lbs. / 6 Kgs. Power Supply: DC 5V
    Single Voltage:
    AC 100V, 50/60Hz (Japan)
    AC 110V, 60Hz (Colombia)
    AC 120V, 60Hz (U.S.A. and Canada)
    AC 127V, 60Hz (Mexico)
    AC 220V, 50Hz (Chile and Argentina)
    AC 220V, 60Hz (Philippines and Korea)
    AC 230V, 50Hz (Europe, New Zealand, South Africa, and Singapore)
    AC 240V, 50Hz (Australia and U.K)
    Power Consumption: 5W Environmental Conditions: Operational temperature: 5 to 35°C (41 to 95°F)
    Operational humidity: 25 to 85% RH (no condensation)
    Storage temperature: -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F)
    Accessories: USB 2.0 Cable; Switching Adaptor
    Item Normal Limit Condition Output level: Gain Max, EQ Flat - 1.6V +/-0,5dB 1.6V +/-1dB Line & Mixed Out: 2.1V +/-0,5dB 2V +/-1dB 1KHz, 0dB Phones: 1.2V 1V 1KHz, -20dB Channel Balance: (From 0 to -40dB For Mixed Out) - Line: Within 0.5dB Within 1dB 1KHz, 0dB Mixed Out: Within 1dB Within 3dB 1KHz, 0dB L/R Separation - Line: 97dB 85dB 1KHz, 0dB Mixed Out: 95dB 85dB 1KHz, 0dB (Max. Out, EQ Flat) T.H.D. + Noise - Line: 0.025% 0.03% 1KHz, 0dB Mixed Out: 0.025% 0.03% 1KHz, 0dB (Max. Out, EQ Flat) Phones: 0.045% 0.05% 1KHz, 0dB (1V Output) S/N Ratio - Line: 97dB 85dB 1KHz, 0dB Mixed Out: 97dB 85dB 1KHz, 0dB (Max. Out, EQ Flat) Dynamic Range (Max. Output, EQ Flat) - Line: 96dB 85dB 1KHz, -60dB Mixed Out: 94dB 85dB 1KHz, -60dB Frequency Response - Line: 17-16KHz +/-0.3dB 17-16KHz +/-1dB 1KHz, 0dB Mixed Out: 17-16KHz +/-0.3dB 17-16KHz +/-1dB Phones Max. Output: 1.6V 1.4V 1KHz, 0dB, THD=1%

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    Customer reviews

    3.3 out of 5 stars
    3.3 out of 5
    28 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, sound quality, sturdiness, lighting and features of the audio midi controller. For example, they mention it works flawlessly, has strong bass, tight mids with clear highs and that it's well built. Some appreciate the vibrant and bright lighting. Overall, customers say it has tons of features and is a versatile mixer.

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    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the audio midi controller. They mention that it works flawlessly, has fantastic inputs and outputs, and has all the functionality of larger expensive controllers. Some say that the response of the turntables is very good. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "...Pros: Very durable, love the layout, has all the functionality of larger expensive controllers, customizableCons: None" Read more

    "...wasn't even so much as a finger print on the controller, and everything works great...." Read more

    "Love the product. It works and sounds great. All the inputs and outputs are fantastic...." Read more

    "I use this at home for backyard BBQ's. Works Great. It's smarter than I am...." Read more

    7 customers mention5 positive2 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the audio midi controller. They say it works and sounds great, has strong bass, tight mids with clear highs, and produces pure clean music.

    "...Strong bass, tight mids with clear highs. The units features are more then ample, definitely can do a LOT with this board...." Read more

    "Love the product. It works and sounds great. All the inputs and outputs are fantastic...." Read more

    "...2. The headphones are insanely loud. Loudest headphone jack I've ever seen any equipment.3. The set up was very challenging...." Read more

    "...The controller also features 2 Mic inputs with gain and FULL EQ which sound amazing Btw...." Read more

    7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the audio midi controller. They mention that it's well built, has a rubber but sturdy feel, and has jog wheels made of metal. The entire chassis is steel or some other metal.

    "...Pros: Very durable, love the layout, has all the functionality of larger expensive controllers, customizableCons: None" Read more

    "...After receiving the controller, I was impressed by it's quality construction. It's really a great looking piece of equipment...." Read more

    "Very rugged. The jog wheels have good weight and are very smooth...." Read more

    "...The buttons have a rubber, but sturdy feel, and when the power adapter is plugged in, are also vibrant, and bright! Easily visible in the dark...." Read more

    6 customers mention6 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the lighting of the audio midi controller. They mention that it is vibrant, bright, and of good quality. Some appreciate the layout and functionality of the product.

    "...Pros: Very durable, love the layout, has all the functionality of larger expensive controllers, customizableCons: None" Read more

    "...It's really a great looking piece of equipment. That's where my glowing review stops...." Read more

    "...Strong bass, tight mids with clear highs. The units features are more then ample, definitely can do a LOT with this board...." Read more

    "...and knobs are smooth I do recommend using the power supply, it makes things brighter and according to the manual reduces the chance of any audio..." Read more

    4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

    Customers like the features of the audio midi controller. They say it has tons of features, is versatile, and has customizable features.

    "...Strong bass, tight mids with clear highs. The units features are more then ample, definitely can do a LOT with this board...." Read more

    "...For beat matching and looping it works great with plenty of customizable features...." Read more

    "Rugged and tons of features...." Read more

    "Very versatile mixer..." Read more

    3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

    Customers like the smoothness of the audio midi controller. They say the jog wheels, sliders, and knobs are smooth.

    "...While the jogwheels feel great by the stars and movement of the wheel, the actual pad on TOP, where most of your fingers would go ... There's black..." Read more

    "...All of the sliders and knobs are smooth I do recommend using the power supply, it makes things brighter and according to the manual reduces the..." Read more

    "...This, however is an amazing feeling. The entire chassis is steel(or some other metal) and the jog wheels are metal also...." Read more

    Top reviews from the United States

    Kevin H.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good controller
    Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2014
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    I bought this controller to have something inexpensive but durable and capable of doing small parties.
    Pros: Very durable, love the layout, has all the functionality of larger expensive controllers, customizable
    Cons: None
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    DJ_Malsidious
    1.0 out of 5 stars Looks great on paper and visually... absolutely a nightmare to work with.
    Reviewed in the United States on September 10, 2014
    Verified Purchase
    After reading all the great reviews, I was really looking forward to this. I watched many YouTube vids and spent countless hours researching this before deciding to pull the trigger. After receiving the controller, I was impressed by it's quality construction. It's really a great looking piece of equipment. That's where my glowing review stops.

    I did install the VDJ LE it came with and the sound drivers

    1. Sound quality was constantly peaking and creating cracks in the audio. (Evan with the volume sliders down)
    2. The headphones are insanely loud. Loudest headphone jack I've ever seen any equipment.
    3. The set up was very challenging. I was having all sorts of issues with the tracks all playing in 1 channel. The manual wasn't very clear on set up or give you any sort of clear information, like a quick start guide.
    4. VDJ was constantly losing the settings and had to be set up fresh each time in order to use it. While that's an issue with the software it just makes the controller that much more frusterating.

    I tried everything in my power and many searches on google to see if I had something set up wrong maybe in VDJ LE

    1. Input - none
    2. Mixer - External mixer
    3. Output - VMS4.1 (also tried the Asio one as well)

    I spent a good 4 hours trying to work through these issues, but ulimtately will be looking to send it back for a refund. It's sad I will be going back to my Mixtrack ProII which isn't bad, but I'm not thrilled with it either.
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    Dennis C
    4.0 out of 5 stars 2 Pro's say Go
    Reviewed in the United States on August 29, 2015
    Verified Purchase
    OK, so I wanted to wait till I had gotten some time up on the board before posting my review on this controller. I bought mine refurbished, BUT there wasn't even so much as a finger print on the controller, and everything works great.

    Packaging was, as expected, more then adequate to protect the controller, all contents that should be in the box, was. The controller itself, lets just say the pics on here really don't do any justice for what the controller looks like when powered on. All kinds of different colored lights on this board, all color coordinated to make identifying in low to no light a lot easier ... In fact, I stopped using my USB LED Laptop light to light up my old board.

    Now the important stuff, first I'm going to say that this bad boy is 2feet long and probably a good 15+Lbs, depending on the location of where your going to be putting this controller, and more importantly what its going to sit on. Table/coffin/case you'll be fine, but if you use one of the laptop/mixer stands, you might want to check w its manufacturer to see what weight limit is.

    Sound quality: folks, Im an audiophile, not only passionate about music but the quality in the sound. I'm also MECP certified, installing high end audio/video and navigation systems on multi-million dollar yatchs ... When American Audio said they put a studio quality sound card into the VMS4.1, they were not joking around, by any means!! As soon as I powered up the unit and threw on a track, the sound that came out was just pure clean music. I could bore you with all the specks they don't show you here, but trust me when I say I was actually surprised by this unit. Strong bass, tight mids with clear highs.

    The units features are more then ample, definitely can do a LOT with this board. The jogwheels are so smooth in terms of working them, the stars on the side are actually cut out from the side of the jogwheels, its not a sticker or paint and offers a really good feel when handling the jogwheels.

    While there's a lot of good things to say about this controller, I did find a couple of cons to the VMS4.1. For starters, as I mentioned, the size and weight, can be an issue if your using a weaker stand, or if your a mobile DJ ... Can see this getting heavy fast by the end of the day, especially if you have it in a case. While the jogwheels feel great by the stars and movement of the wheel, the actual pad on TOP, where most of your fingers would go ... There's black rubber pad shown in pics, its not a soft rubber pad, but more of a harder plastic, say etched by sandblasting for SOME grip, but I noticed when scratching, fingers would slowly slide across the surface of this pad.

    Last con, but certainly not least by any means ... while the actual physical installation maybe takes 10 minutes, its the software setup, more specifically the audio configurations that's beyond frustrating. I spent 18 days researching out how to get all 4 decks to fade properly AND have prelisten. So you know, American Audio says 3n4 decks are live decks and can't be crossfaded, there is a way, you need to go to Virtual DJ's website, go to forums, search for vms4.1 setup. Not sure about traktor or serato

    Would I recommend to a friend? I did :), he got on my deck for couple hours and he's now buying one himself :). Oh ... did I mention my boy's a DJ and that he's been doing it since the late 70's? So yeah, 2 pro's say go, go ahead an buy this, while you still can ;)
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    Emilio Lui
    5.0 out of 5 stars American Audio VMS 4.1
    Reviewed in the United States on October 28, 2012
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    Love the product. It works and sounds great. All the inputs and outputs are fantastic. Jog wheels are very touch sensitive, might be my only drawback with the product, but other than that, I recommend for any DJ that's going digital and wants something that's not too expensive to start with.
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    Ann-Marie V S James
    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2016
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    The crossfader stop functioning.
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    DeBar
    5.0 out of 5 stars Love it
    Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2014
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    Very rugged. The jog wheels have good weight and are very smooth. All of the sliders and knobs are smooth I do recommend using the power supply, it makes things brighter and according to the manual reduces the chance of any audio problems.
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    kyle
    1.0 out of 5 stars One Star
    Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2015
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    Less than three month old and already have cue buttons not working and sporadic output loss. Very disappointing.
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    Chad Martin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Gotta get a VMS4.1 It's Awesome!!
    Reviewed in the United States on August 24, 2015
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    I use this at home for backyard BBQ's. Works Great. It's smarter than I am. I've never DJ'd so I'm a Newbie, Just playing and scratching in the back yard
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