Review: Sony LBT-DJ2i – Become your own DJ

Posted by SonicTune

January 8, 2009

sony3 Overview

The Sony LBT-DJ2i is your complete mix station, to hold your very own DJ shows and parties, or just for your own amusement. The Sony LBT-DJ2i, will have you thirsty for more.

Review

Hey, anyone remember records? In the olden times people used to get together, have a drink and put on a record. Modern era, people have “Decks,” mix in their nostalgic hits with the latest R’n'B Tune! Down side, the records are just too darn BIG! That’s why Sony have unleashed their genius plan, to get people mixing again – without feeling embarrassed by pulling out a 12 inch.

The concept based on everyone’s best-loved toy…iPod. You basically plug in, select a track, and mix (Note: two iPods needed for the ultimate mix marathon!) It’s really that simple, with any basic knowledge of iPods or decks, than you’ve got a head start ahead of the rest, if not, then it just adds to the fun of it all!

Be prepared to be blow away your eardrums, with a whopping 450W of glass shattering sound! 150 watts contributes itself to the subwoofer, which means a lot of bass = A lot of pleasure!

It’s not all about the amazing sound quality, though, because as you mix your tunes, you can record onto disc too, so that you can play back that live session to your mates. But its not all about the iPod, as each dock comes equip with FM and AM radio allowing you to become that radio DJ that you have perhaps dreamt about. Just try mixing your songs over the ads and put on your “DJ” voice.

The Sony LBT-DJ2i is perhaps the easiest and straight forward mix station that any novice and aspiring DJ will be able to use coherently.

However, the downturn to the mix station is it looks bland, black, and boring. And do get the desired effect, you need “two!” iPods in order mix efficiently. In addition, if you have seen the price tags you might be put off too. Retailing from Sony themselves at £389, hardly makes you think, “Okay I’ll have one of those now, actually make that two! And Jeeves I asked for a Tequila sunrise, this is a cosmopolitan!” Get my drift!

Specifications:

150W x2 + 150W (RMS).
Cross fader and beat creation.
USB Direct mp3 recording and playback function.
CD-R / CD-RW / mp3 playback.
3-way speaker system with super woofer.
D-Light sync.
VACS anti distortion system.
Groove / Z-Groove bass boost function.
Analogue inputs x 2.
Headphone jack (6.3 mm).
FM/AM tuner with 30 presets (FM20/AM10).

The Gaj-It Verdict:

Design: 5.5/10
Usability: 10/10
Features: 8/10
Value: 7/10

We Say:

If you want to get into the world of DJ-ing, then the Sony LBT-DJ2i is perhaps the key to your door. But if you have been on the scene sometime, then you might think it’s too bland for your qualities and stick with something a lot complex. After all, this is only an iPod mixing deck.

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