iDJ 2 Go Plus – Lightning fast

Touch screen DJing was all the rage, but now controllers are cropping up. ION's iDJ 2 Go Plus uses a Lightning connector for that touchy feely goodness.

ION audio idj 2 go plus ces 2013

At first glance, this is Numark’s DJ 2 Go. And you’d be correct for thinking that, but for some strategic branding reason, the iDJ 2 Go Plus version falls into the consumer ION brand realm. This has been out before as the regular iDJ 2 Go, but now has a Lightning connector, which I think is a first for any DJ controller.

The official words:

iDJ 2 Go Plus

DJ System for iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch

  1. Lightning connector for latest-generation iOS devices
  2. Works seamlessly with Algoriddim’s djay app
  3. Two turntables, audio effects, and a crossfader
  4. Also works with ION’s iDJ 2 Go app, a free download from the App Store

iDJ 2 Go Plus is the easiest way to become a DJ with your iPad, iPhone or iPod touch. The system harnesses the processing power of your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch and enables you to DJ anywhere using the music from your iTunes library.

iDJ 2 Go Plus works with Algoriddim’s award-winning djay app (sold separately). With unprecedented ease-of-use and innovative multi-touch mixing features, djay for takes DJing on your iOS device to the next level.

You’ll be able to mix, scratch and perform like a pro using iDJ 2 Go’s two scratch wheels, crossfader, and generous array of bright backlit buttons. Connect your iOS device in seconds using the built-in Lightning connector, and everything you need to mix is right in front of you.

Experience your music like never before with iDJ 2 Go Plus from ION.

I really like the DJ 2 Go variant of this. It’s a ridiculously cheap yet capable throw in your bag controller, and I welcome the iOS variant with open arms. We said the same in our review as well. If you have an iPhone or iPad, and fancy some mindless fun on the sofa, at your desk or on the bus, IDJ 2 Go Plus fits the bill perfectly.

For those currently throwing their toys a long way from their pram, this is CES coverage stuff. Like it or not, DJing is at a consumer as well as pro level now. More grown up coverage of the rest of the DJ world is coming soon. NAMM is just around the corner after all.

Sean Pappalardo
Sean Pappalardo

Sean is also known as DJ Pegasus. Man of many hats, skills and talents ranging from computer support to software development to telephony and as diverse as live sound mixing, deejaying, public address, singing and vocal percussion. Decades of experience on all fronts including the professional writing and business management needed to channel it all.

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21 Comments

    • They did – it’s called a turntable with DVS. Or Denon’s 3900 is hawt too.

      A 12″ motorised controller is one of those things that people seem to want, but in reality they wouldn’t buy it. Because ultimately it’s not vinyl, which is the thing they really want it to be, but isn’t.

      If people had really wanted a 12″ motorised platter, the Numark CDX would still be with us in one form or other.

      • IMO the attempts made so far at this have all had issues of some sort, that put people off them. With the Technics it was the digital artifacts. With the CDX/HDX it was a combi of butt ugliness, price and being made by Numark!
        The Stanton SCS deck seems to have been more related to lack of software support. The Denon 3700, probably down to cue slip. Closest so far is the 3900 but IMO what lets that down is the display. Combine the 3900 platter with a CDJ-2000 display and you’d have a winner I reckon.
        I’m still waiting for something which beats the Denon HS-5500. Motorised platter, internal hard drive, dual layer/output and a decent sized screen. Nobody seems to want to make it – not even Denon.

      • i use traktor scratch and i can tell you that it’s not the same thing as a controller with a 12″ platter! dvs is kindof a stupid workaround to get vinyl like control of your mp3s if you think about it

        that denon thing is only 10 inch i think, and it plays cds…

      • Ah, the CDX – I still have a pair in my living room with a small scratch mixer – great for when the mood takes me to have a little wicky-wicky session. When I bought them, the plan was to timecode them up with VDJ and take them out on the road, but unfortunately they proved not to be very reliable – the CD transport can just stop reading for no apparent reason, despite various attempts at replacing laser mechs and checking ribbon connectors etc. Without the unreliability issue, it might have been a very different story for the CDX. Don’t care what anybody says, Pioneer couldn’t hold a candle to the CDX in terms of its authentic feel and sound. Shame.

  1. I thought it’s a useless toy until i didn’t get one.

    It’s a superb device for mixing two decks “the old fashioned way”, like most DJs did in the 90’s. It still covers many situations today…

    So we made a nice automatic support and mapping in DJ Player for it, check: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QfUAYmS_rvk

    Good for beatmatching, basic mixing and some FX too!

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