Allen and Heath Xone K2 DJ MIDI Controller 4 Channel Soundcards for Use with Any DJ Software

The Allen and Heath Xone K2 Professional DJ MIDI Controller 4-Channel Soundcard for Use with Any DJ Software is a compact, slim-line universal MIDI controller incorporating a 4-channel soundcard, for use with any DJ software. With no fewer than 52 hardware controls providing up to 171 MIDI commands across 3 layers plus the ability to link multiple units using X Link, saving USB ports on your computer, Xone K2 has the power and flexibility to put you in touch with the functions and features of your chosen software. Quick and simple mapping lets you create a unique layout that mirrors your style and puts the functions that matter at your fingertips, whilst 3 color-illuminating switches give at-a-glance feedback allowing you to work however you decide. The high-quality internal soundcard provides flexible user setup options using the Xone K2 with headphones, headphones, and a mixed system or with an external mixer. Xone K2 comes packed in a black padded case as standard. The case doubles as a stand, bringing the K2 up to the same height as most pro DJ mixers.

MIDI Control

The Xone K2 is a compact designed MIDI Controller for use with any DJ software such as Ableton, Virtual DJ, MixVibes, Mixx, and Traktor Pro. Xone K2 can even be used to control lights or VJ software if it can receive MIDI data it can take commands from K2. What each control does is entirely up to you, you can create a completely customized layout that perfectly fits the way you want to work. Xone K2 has 52 physical controls including 12 analog and 6 endless rotary encoders with push switches, 4 linear faders, and 30 backlit performance switches providing up to 171 MIDI control commands across 3 layers. We also provide example maps to get you started off the box and information on how to set up your own.

Latching Layers

A Latching Layers system lets you assign controls to multiple layers, so a single physical control can be given up to 3 functions. You can configure all, some, or none of K2’s controls to be linked to the Latching Layers system. As a quick visual reminder, when toggling through layers all switches assigned to a particular layer will illuminate in the appropriate color.

Audio Interface

Xone K2 has a high-quality internal, four-channel (2 stereos) 48kHz soundcard. Setup options include using the K2 with a pair of headphones, feeding a pair of headphones and a PA system, or connecting to an external DJ mixer.

Construction

Its slim line chassis, soft touch controls, and minimal looks set K2 apart from the pack. There’s plenty of substance too, Xone K2 is built to Allen and Heath’s renowned touring-grade audio and build quality standards, including the use of steel nuts on all rotary controls to protect the circuitry from impact damage.

Case/Stand

Xone K2 comes packed in a black padded case as standard. As well as keeping it safe on the road, the case doubles as a stand, elevating the K2 up to the same height as most pro DJ mixers.

X Link

Two or more K2s can be linked via our X Link protocol, expanding the control capability. X Link uses a standard RJ45 connector and distributes power and data, allowing connection to X Link compatible devices, including Xone DB4 and DB2, to expand MIDI data without using additional USB ports.