Allen & Heath Xone:K2 DJ MIDI Controller

The Allen & Heath Xone:K2 is an advanced, compact universal MIDI controller that works seamlessly alongside your preferred DJ application and features an integrated 4-channel soundcard alongside 52 controls that can be entirely reconfigured to give you the most control possible over your software. This digital DJ controller is perfect for live performers and DJs who need an additional controller to take their performances to the next level and is an excellent companion for mobile/travelling DJs and fits right in at your home DJ setup.

The Xone:K2 is a compact MIDI controller that works seamlessly alongside Ableton, Virtual DJ, MixVibes, Mixx and Traktor Pro and can even be used as a midi controller for lighting or VJ software. The xone k2 controller is fully configurable, so you can MIDI map the controller entirely to suit your requirements and offers 52 controls including 12 analogue and six endless rotary encoders with a push switch alongside four linear faders and 30 backlit buttons. The controls can be used in three layers using the layer button which opens up the controller to even more possibilities with 171 MIDI commands. The Xone:K2 comes with example MIDI maps so you can get performing straight out of the box.

The latching layers allow you to assign the controls across multiple layers which means a single control can be used in three different ways. All of the controls can be linked via the latching layers system, and as an easy visual reminder, the controls will change colour according to the layer you’re using. The Xone:K2 is also equipped with a high-quality four-channel (2 stereo) 48kHz audio interface, this allows you to use the K2 controller alongside a pair of headphones for monitoring your tracks or alternatively you can feed audio through a PA system or connect it to an external DJ mixer.

There is an X:Link ethernet in/output for expanding upon the control capabilities as well as working to distribute power and data so you can connect to X:Link compatible units like the Xone:DB4/DB2 and Xone:43/43C mixers. When used alongside any X:Link compatible device it expands the MIDI data capabilities without using additional USB ports on your computer.

The compact, highly versatile construction is fitted with soft-touch controls and features a minimal design that is built around Allen & Heath’s legendary high-quality audio and features a reliable build quality that makes use of a steel construction that works to protect the circuitry from damages. As standard, the K2 comes supplied with a black padded case that keeps the controller safe and secure while you’re on the road and also doubles as a stand the raises the height of the controller to the same height as most professional DJ mixers.