AlphaTheta DDJ-GRV6 Quick Start Guide

Brand: AlphaTheta

Model: DDJ-GRV6

Preparation

This section guides you through the initial setup and connection of your DDJ-GRV6 controller.

To get started with software, download the latest versions from: rekordbox.com/download and serato.com/dj/pro/downloads.

Example of Connections

Diagram 1 (left): Illustrates a typical connection setup. A DJ controller is shown connected to two speakers (labeled BOOTH, MASTER 2, MASTER 1), a mobile device via USB (Type-A to Type-C), and a power source (9V-3A Input). Options for MONO/STEREO and BALANCED output are indicated.

Diagram 2 (right): Shows an alternative connection setup, potentially for use with Serato DJ Pro, connecting the controller to speakers, a laptop via USB (Type-A to Type-C), and a power source (9V/3A Input).

You can download the rekordbox app for Android from Google Play and the Serato DJ Pro app from the App Store.

Product Information

DDJ-GRV6 Controller Overview

An image displays the AlphaTheta DDJ-GRV6 DJ controller from a top-down perspective. Key features visible include two large jog wheels, various buttons for playback and cueing, faders for volume and tempo, a crossfader, and numerous knobs for EQ, effects, and level control. Ports for headphones and microphones are also visible.

Instruction Manuals and Product Support

For comprehensive instruction manuals and product support, visit the AlphaTheta support website. You can find country-specific support pages at:

Trademark Information: rekordbox™ is a trademark or registered trademark of AlphaTheta Corporation. Serato DJ Pro is a registered trademark of Serato Limited. Other product, technology, and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Printed in Malaysia.

Hardware Operation

Headphones

Connect your headphones to the controller's headphone output for monitoring.

Diagram 1: Shows headphones connected to the controller.

Controls for headphone monitoring include:

MIX: Adjusts the balance between the CUE and MASTER audio signals.
LEVEL: Controls the overall volume of the headphone output.
CUE: Allows you to select specific channels or the master output to send to the headphones for previewing.
MASTER: The master output volume control.

Microphone

Connect a microphone to the controller's MIC input.

Diagram 2: Shows a microphone connected to the controller's MIC input.

Microphone controls include:

MIC LEVEL: Adjusts the input volume for the microphone.
ATT. (Attenuation): Reduces the microphone signal level if it is too high, preventing distortion.
BALANCED: Indicates a balanced audio connection for the microphone input.

Basic Operation

This section outlines fundamental operations for using the DDJ-GRV6.

Diagram 1: Shows how to adjust the TRIM control, which sets the input level for each channel.

Diagram 2: Illustrates the process of loading tracks. Buttons labeled LOAD 3, LOAD 1, LOAD 2, and LOAD 4 are shown, typically used to load tracks from a library onto decks.

Diagram 3: Depicts using the jog wheel for scratching or pitch bending.

Diagram 4: Shows adjusting the MASTER LEVEL knob, which controls the overall volume output from the controller to your speakers.

Diagram 5: Illustrates using a fader (likely the channel fader or crossfader) to control the volume of a track.

Diagram 6: Shows adjusting a rotary knob, possibly for effects or EQ.

Diagram 7: Points to the MASTER LEVEL control on the controller.

Key controls for basic operation include:

TRIM: Adjusts the input gain for each channel.
LOAD: Buttons used to load tracks from your music library onto the decks.
MASTER LEVEL: Controls the final output volume of the controller.

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