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title: "BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A"
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# 4-channel USB audio interface, 24-bit converters Dual-deck controller with 2-channel mixer & 3-band EQ Touch-sensitive jog wheels for pitch bending & scratching BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A

**Brand:** behringer
**Price:** R240
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🎛️ Command the decks, own the night — DJ freedom in your hands!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A by behringer
- **How much does it cost?** R240 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- behringer enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted behringer brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact powerhouse:** All-in-one dual-deck controller with built-in mixer fits in any gig bag
- • **Intuitive tactile control:** Touch-sensitive jog wheels and backlit buttons for flawless night sets
- • **Pro-grade audio interface:** Ultra-low latency 24-bit USB sound for crystal-clear mixes
- • **Seamless software integration:** Comes with Deckadance LE and works flawlessly with Traktor Scratch Pro
- • **Versatile performance toolkit:** Crossfader, cue points, and loop controls to elevate your live sets

## Overview

The BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A is a sleek, ultra-portable dual-deck DJ MIDI controller featuring a powerful 4-channel USB audio interface with 24-bit converters and ultra-low latency. Designed for professional and aspiring DJs alike, it offers touch-sensitive jog wheels for natural scratching, a complete mixer section with crossfader and 3-band EQ, and backlit buttons for easy use in low-light environments. Compatible with Windows and Mac OS, it includes a voucher for Image-Line Deckadance LE software and integrates seamlessly with popular platforms like Traktor Scratch Pro, making it the perfect all-in-one setup for gigs on the go.

## Description

Ultra-Portable Dual-Deck DJ MIDI Controller with 4-Channel Audio Interface

Review: Works great with Traktor Scratch Pro! Setup help in my review! - A bit of background. I've been DJing clubs and raves for almost 20 years and recently bit the bullet and got into Traktor. I got this as a controller for Traktor Scratch Pro on my laptop. I don't plan on ever using the free software that came with it. I looked at about a million other controllers but they were all either way bigger than I wanted to carry around for gigs or 2-10 times more expensive. I wanted something small and self powered with a built in audio interface and this ticked all the boxes and was very affordable. Someday I may invest in something more serious but I have a Pioneer mixer, 1200s, CDJs and full Traktor Audio 6 setup in my studio with vinyl and CD control so I don't need or want a big controller there either. I use other controllers for FX, etc. so I didn't need a bunch of extra knobs and pads making the controller bigger. Your mileage may vary. Build: I'm pretty impressed. Yeah it's all plastic but it has a solid feel for what it is. It's even smaller than I expected, which isn't bad. The controls are all useful unless you have giant hands maybe. The jog wheels are smooth and have touch sensitive scratch on the tops and push/pull rotation on the sides. All of the buttons and sliders have solid feel and good response and the knobs have good resistance. The only thing I really wish it has was gain knobs but it's not a deal breaker since most competitors also don't have them either. Volume on the headphones out is very good, more than adequate for loud venues. Both my Audio Technica ATH-M50s and Sony V6s are plenty loud and clear at 1/2 volume. Master output is clean as well. Setup: To get it working with Traktor I downloaded the .tsi file from Behringer's download section on the CMD 2A product page and followed the .pdf instructions. They were a bit out of date, though and didn't address audio routing so I'll help you out here. When you import the file you need to go to controller manager > add > import tsi > import other. Once you do that go to Audio Setup and select Audio Device > Speakers (Studio 2A). Do that under Built-In Soundcard as well. Then go to output routing and select Out 2 and Out 3 under Output monitor or you'll get no sound from the headphone jack. Output Master should be set to Out 0 and Out 1. You should be all set from there. Controls: With the default Traktor mapping all of the controls work with the exception of the file and folder buttons which are unassigned to anything. Otherwise, starting at the top, the pitch knobs adjust/set pitch in .1% increments and the pitch bend +/- nudge the tracks in the same way the edge on the jog wheels do. The Assign buttons are tied to the crossfader so you can reverse the fader for scratching preferences or disable one side of it, or both if you're a channel fader mixer. The Cue buttons set and jump to cue points in your tracks for on the fly juggling, although they're a bit small to get too crazy with. The Sample buttons are set up to start loops and jump between 2, 4 8 and 16 bar loops. In the middle, the Vinyl button activates the touch-sensitive scratch on the top of the jog wheels. Even when it's on the sides still just nudge, which is nice. The mode button shrinks/expands the file browser at the bottom. The Cue A and Cue B buttons mute/engage those channels in your headphones. Load A and Load B load your songs into the decks after you scroll to them with the up and down buttons. The rest are all what you'd expect. Everything is very responsive for me, with little latency. I'm using it with a pair of Akai Pro LPD8s (Another fantastic bargain controller) for all the extra knobs and pads that the 2A doesn't have. I will probably remap the Pitch +/-, Sample, Load, Assign, File and Folder buttons for other purposes since I have mapped far better controls for loops, FX, filters, etc through the Akais. Hopefully I can use them to trigger remix clips in the C and D decks even though it's only technically a two deck controller. I'll report back if I can get that to work. Update 10/5/16: I was able to map the sample buttons to trigger and stop remix slots in C and D, so technically this can be a 4 deck controller, albeit with some serious limitations.
Review: Review - Not for beginners

## Features

- Complete DJ setup in-a-box including dual-deck DJ controller with built-in audio interface and voucher for rock-solid Image-Line Deckadance* LE software
- Versatile touch-sensitive jog wheels allow for pitch bending and natural scratching
- Complete mixer section with crossfader and 2 channel faders, 3-band EQ, cue, library navigation and track load buttons
- Powerful 4-channel USB audio interface with 24-bit converters and ultra-low latency operation under Windows* and Mac* OS X* operating systems
- Backlit buttons make it easy to work in the dark

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00J2P4CNK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #287,058 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #615 in DJ Controllers |
| Color Name | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Laptop, PC |
| Connector Type | USB |
| Customer Reviews | 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars (41) |
| Date First Available | March 1, 2014 |
| Hardware Interface | USB |
| Hardware Platform | PC/Mac |
| Instrument Key | Any |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.94 pounds |
| Item model number | CMD STUDIO 2A |
| Mixer Channel Quantity | 2 |
| Musical Style | Electronic |
| Product Dimensions | 10.4 x 7.62 x 1.54 inches |
| Supported Software | Ableton Live |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Behringer
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Included Components:** Dual Deck DJ MIDI Controller
- **Model Name:** CMD STUDIO 2A
- **Special Feature:** Backlit, Portable

## Images

![BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ydQc67i5L.jpg)
![BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/814sQbHLcaL.jpg)
![BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81DE4n-QtEL.jpg)
![BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81472Rc1T2L.jpg)
![BEHRINGER CMD STUDIO 2A - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qf1CBojxL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it work with windows 10 and virtual dj?**
A: It works with virtual dj but you have to purchase the license with it which is another $90. I am not sure if it works with Windows 10.

**Q: Does it work with windows 8.1 ?**
A: Yes I had this on windows 8, 8.1, and now windows 10 and it works fine.

**Q: Juat got it in the mail what kind of software is compatible with it? Deckadance 2 doesnt support this controller.**
A: I had the same problem with this controller and ended up using virtual Dj software which cost me $100.  There are free alternatives but it seems this is a newer controller and not supported by most of them.  Virtual Dj does have a free demo you can use but it's time limited you can try it at virtualdj.com

**Q: Does it work with iPads?**
A: You would need an apple midi conversion kit. Then you would have to map all of the buttons for it to function and that takes some skills.  Not a job for amateurs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great with Traktor Scratch Pro! Setup help in my review!
*by N***9 on October 5, 2016*

A bit of background. I've been DJing clubs and raves for almost 20 years and recently bit the bullet and got into Traktor. I got this as a controller for Traktor Scratch Pro on my laptop. I don't plan on ever using the free software that came with it. I looked at about a million other controllers but they were all either way bigger than I wanted to carry around for gigs or 2-10 times more expensive. I wanted something small and self powered with a built in audio interface and this ticked all the boxes and was very affordable. Someday I may invest in something more serious but I have a Pioneer mixer, 1200s, CDJs and full Traktor Audio 6 setup in my studio with vinyl and CD control so I don't need or want a big controller there either. I use other controllers for FX, etc. so I didn't need a bunch of extra knobs and pads making the controller bigger. Your mileage may vary. Build: I'm pretty impressed. Yeah it's all plastic but it has a solid feel for what it is. It's even smaller than I expected, which isn't bad. The controls are all useful unless you have giant hands maybe. The jog wheels are smooth and have touch sensitive scratch on the tops and push/pull rotation on the sides. All of the buttons and sliders have solid feel and good response and the knobs have good resistance. The only thing I really wish it has was gain knobs but it's not a deal breaker since most competitors also don't have them either. Volume on the headphones out is very good, more than adequate for loud venues. Both my Audio Technica ATH-M50s and Sony V6s are plenty loud and clear at 1/2 volume. Master output is clean as well. Setup: To get it working with Traktor I downloaded the .tsi file from Behringer's download section on the CMD 2A product page and followed the .pdf instructions. They were a bit out of date, though and didn't address audio routing so I'll help you out here. When you import the file you need to go to controller manager > add > import tsi > import other. Once you do that go to Audio Setup and select Audio Device > Speakers (Studio 2A). Do that under Built-In Soundcard as well. Then go to output routing and select Out 2 and Out 3 under Output monitor or you'll get no sound from the headphone jack. Output Master should be set to Out 0 and Out 1. You should be all set from there. Controls: With the default Traktor mapping all of the controls work with the exception of the file and folder buttons which are unassigned to anything. Otherwise, starting at the top, the pitch knobs adjust/set pitch in .1% increments and the pitch bend +/- nudge the tracks in the same way the edge on the jog wheels do. The Assign buttons are tied to the crossfader so you can reverse the fader for scratching preferences or disable one side of it, or both if you're a channel fader mixer. The Cue buttons set and jump to cue points in your tracks for on the fly juggling, although they're a bit small to get too crazy with. The Sample buttons are set up to start loops and jump between 2, 4 8 and 16 bar loops. In the middle, the Vinyl button activates the touch-sensitive scratch on the top of the jog wheels. Even when it's on the sides still just nudge, which is nice. The mode button shrinks/expands the file browser at the bottom. The Cue A and Cue B buttons mute/engage those channels in your headphones. Load A and Load B load your songs into the decks after you scroll to them with the up and down buttons. The rest are all what you'd expect. Everything is very responsive for me, with little latency. I'm using it with a pair of Akai Pro LPD8s (Another fantastic bargain controller) for all the extra knobs and pads that the 2A doesn't have. I will probably remap the Pitch +/-, Sample, Load, Assign, File and Folder buttons for other purposes since I have mapped far better controls for loops, FX, filters, etc through the Akais. Hopefully I can use them to trigger remix clips in the C and D decks even though it's only technically a two deck controller. I'll report back if I can get that to work. Update 10/5/16: I was able to map the sample buttons to trigger and stop remix slots in C and D, so technically this can be a 4 deck controller, albeit with some serious limitations.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by L***L on February 26, 2020*

Not for beginners

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing!!! (with caveats)
*by J***O on November 3, 2017*

This is a five-star mixer in terms of value for the money. Cheap, small, light, fairly sturdy, great sound, all-in-one solution for laptop(or in my case Surface Pro)-based DJs. IMPORTANT NOTE: I see this as most useful for two categories of DJs: 1) Complete novice and amateur/hobby DJ who doesn't want to spend a lot and doesn't want to deal with complicated setups etc. or 2) Very advanced DJ who doesn't mind getting into the software (VirtualDJ) to remap the controller to their liking. If you don't fall in these categories, chances are you may find something much better for you out there - this controller doesn't have basic functions like master volume, channel gain or master/cue headphone mix control in the default mapping.

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