{"product_id":"alphatheta-xdj-an","title":"AlphaTheta XDJ-AN | 2-Channel All-in-One DJ System","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAlphaTheta XDJ-AN - 2-Channel All-in-One DJ System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XDJ-AN bridges the gap between bedroom DJing and playing in a club, with a familiar all-in-one workflow that supports multiple music sources side by side. Built around a layout based on AlphaTheta’s professional CDJ and DJM series gear, it gives you direct access to streaming platforms via StreamingDirectPlay, cloud library access and playlist editing via CloudDirectPlay and Cloud Library Sync, USB playback, and laptop DJing with rekordbox, Serato DJ Lite, or djay Pro - all from one unit, no separate mixer or extra CDJs required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStaff Take: The expert verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XDJ-AN is the one we’d recommend to anyone who’s serious about eventually DJing in a real booth but doesn’t want to learn on a layout they’ll have to unlearn later. Because it mirrors a professional CDJ and DJM setup, the skills and muscle memory you build at home transfer directly to club gear. StreamingDirectPlay and CloudDirectPlay also mean you can genuinely turn up and play without spending hours building a USB library first - that’s a bigger deal for beginners than it sounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose the AlphaTheta XDJ-AN?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess to streaming services\u003c\/strong\u003e - StreamingDirectPlay gives you direct access to tracks from compatible streaming services on the unit itself, mixed seamlessly with music from other sources, removing the need to buy and manage a USB library before you can start playing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCloud-based playlist editing\u003c\/strong\u003e - with a compatible rekordbox subscription, Cloud Library Sync lets you manage your cloud-based music library directly from the XDJ-AN, with changes like Hot Cues and playlist edits automatically synced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks with mobile apps\u003c\/strong\u003e - perform using rekordbox for iOS or djay for iOS straight from your smartphone, with support for the DJM-REC app for live streaming and recording.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClub-standard layout and media compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e - a layout based on professional CDJ and DJM series gear ensures a smooth transition from home practice to club-standard setups, with support for a connected laptop running rekordbox for Mac\/Windows, Serato DJ Lite, or djay Pro, or music played straight from USB.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in SonicLink transmitter\u003c\/strong\u003e - AlphaTheta’s ultra-low-latency wireless audio technology lets you pair with compatible headphones, such as the HDJ-F10, and start monitoring wirelessly with latency as low as 9 msec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-quality sound and flexible connectivity\u003c\/strong\u003e - clear, powerful audio at all volume levels, with XLR and RCA master outputs for professional and consumer equipment alike, plus Bluetooth input\/output for extra flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Is the AlphaTheta XDJ-AN for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XDJ-AN is built for two kinds of DJs: beginners who are serious about getting into DJing properly, and DJs who’ve already got some experience on controllers and want to raise their game by getting familiar with club-style gear before they step into a real booth. If your goal is to eventually play out on professional CDJ and DJM setups, learning on a layout that mirrors that gear from day one means there’s nothing new to figure out when you get there. It’s less suited to DJs who specifically want a compact travel controller - for that, look at something like the MixTrack Go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eXDJ-AN vs a separate CDJ and mixer setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XDJ-AN gives you the same club-standard layout and workflow as a full CDJ and DJM setup, but in a single all-in-one unit - no separate mixer, no pairing multiple players, no extra cabling to learn. It’s the natural stepping stone between a beginner controller and full club-standard gear: because the layout is based directly on professional CDJ and DJM series equipment, everything you learn on the XDJ-AN carries straight across when you eventually play on standalone CDJs and a DJM mixer in a real venue. If you’re setting up a permanent club installation, standalone CDJs and a mixer remain the right choice - but for practising, learning, and even smaller live gigs, the XDJ-AN gets you playing on club-standard layout sooner, at a fraction of the cost and footprint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGetting started with the XDJ-AN\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnect speakers or a sound system via the XLR or RCA master outputs, and headphones via the 3.5mm phones jack - or pair compatible headphones wirelessly using the built-in SonicLink transmitter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eInsert a USB drive into the storage USB-C port to play music directly from the unit, or connect a laptop via the PC\/Mac USB-C port to perform with rekordbox for Mac\/Windows, Serato DJ Lite, or djay Pro.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo use StreamingDirectPlay, log into a compatible streaming service (Apple Music, Beatport Streaming, or Tidal, with Spotify support planned for a future update) directly on the unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo use CloudDirectPlay and Cloud Library Sync, connect to Wi-Fi and log into a compatible rekordbox subscription plan to access your cloud-based library from Dropbox or Google Drive.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTo perform from a smartphone, connect via the mobile USB-C port or use rekordbox for iOS or djay for iOS directly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePower the unit using the included AC adapter and power cord via the dedicated power supply USB-C port.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetails\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2-channel all-in-one DJ system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible software\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003erekordbox for Mac\/Windows (Hardware Unlock, no license needed); 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A laptop is only needed if you want to use rekordbox for Mac\/Windows, Serato DJ Lite, or djay Pro.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a subscription to use the XDJ-AN?\u003c\/strong\u003e Not necessarily. rekordbox for Mac\/Windows and Serato DJ Lite don’t require a license. A subscription is needed for StreamingDirectPlay, CloudDirectPlay\/Cloud Library Sync, Serato DJ Pro, and Algoriddim djay Pro\/iOS.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat headphones work with the built-in SonicLink transmitter?\u003c\/strong\u003e SonicLink works with AlphaTheta’s compatible wireless headphones, such as the HDJ-F10, letting you monitor wirelessly with latency as low as 9 msec.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill skills learned on the XDJ-AN transfer to club CDJs and mixers?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes - the XDJ-AN’s layout is based on AlphaTheta’s professional CDJ and DJM series gear, so the workflow you learn at home carries directly across to club-standard setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I record or stream my sets from the XDJ-AN?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, via the DJM-REC app, which supports live streaming and recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat streaming services does the XDJ-AN support?\u003c\/strong\u003e Apple Music, Beatport Streaming, and Tidal, with Spotify support planned for a future update. A subscription is needed to use streaming services, and availability may vary by country or region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x AlphaTheta XDJ-AN 2-Channel All-in-One DJ System\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x AC adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Quick Start Guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 x Precautions for Use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty documentation (for some regions)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy buy from DJKIT?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XDJ-AN is exactly the kind of product we like recommending to DJs who are genuinely serious about progressing - it takes the guesswork and the “what do I even need” question out of getting started, while making sure you’re learning on a layout that’ll still make sense the first time you’re stood behind a real CDJ and DJM setup. If you’re not sure whether the XDJ-AN, a compact controller, or a full CDJ\/mixer setup is right for where you’re at, give our team a call - we’re DJs too, and we’ll point you toward the right one for your stage, not just the most expensive option. UK stock, free delivery, and expert advice included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"AlphaTheta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54254684897613,"sku":null,"price":999.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/2320\/5453\/files\/XDJ-AN_CGI_Frontangle_3300x1430_84998fb5-9ae1-42af-aa88-8d811d47eb6f.png?v=1783584490","url":"https:\/\/www.djkit.com\/products\/alphatheta-xdj-an","provider":"DJKIT®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}