kradcliffe
And since when has DJ software supported GPS tracking, which laptops have GPS built in?
What if you live next door to the venue you work in?
Nice try but no cigar .........
What if you live next door to the venue you work in?
Nice try but no cigar .........
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:14 pm
visionz5
Anytime I see these threads, all I can think of is this and how all these people think they are entitled to something extra for 100% free.
You bought a piece of hardware and that's it. If you want it to work to it's absolute best, buy the software. It's like buying a PC and getting mad that it doesnt come with Microsoft Office to open word docs, spread sheets, or power point presentations. Sure, there are free versions out there like Google Docs that will make it work, but if you want full features...you gotta pay for legit stuff.
You bought a piece of hardware and that's it. If you want it to work to it's absolute best, buy the software. It's like buying a PC and getting mad that it doesnt come with Microsoft Office to open word docs, spread sheets, or power point presentations. Sure, there are free versions out there like Google Docs that will make it work, but if you want full features...you gotta pay for legit stuff.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:15 pm
there are other ways of tracking location other than gps...
and it is pretty likely that I'm going to pay for a licence (like i mentioned earlier) however I don't agree with it and I'm voicing my opinion as to why.
and it is pretty likely that I'm going to pay for a licence (like i mentioned earlier) however I don't agree with it and I'm voicing my opinion as to why.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:18 pm
groovindj
Will you also be contacting Numark to complain that you had to actually pay money for their product too? The cheek of them to charge for it!!!
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:22 pm
nope as there was a price along with the advertised product. however when i see free for home use on the download page i think (so would most people):
'oh its free for home use' not 'oh this is free unless i have a product to enhance my experience'
again on the download page: https://i.gyazo.com/a6a8d3f5f81d200b4329783082e092a7.png
nowhere does it mention that an extra fee will be involved for people using dedicated hardware.
it honestly feels like a money grabbing tactic. However if it was made clear prior to downloading that depending on what hardware your using there may be an extra charge then people would feel less 'cheated' for want of a better word.
'oh its free for home use' not 'oh this is free unless i have a product to enhance my experience'
again on the download page: https://i.gyazo.com/a6a8d3f5f81d200b4329783082e092a7.png
nowhere does it mention that an extra fee will be involved for people using dedicated hardware.
it honestly feels like a money grabbing tactic. However if it was made clear prior to downloading that depending on what hardware your using there may be an extra charge then people would feel less 'cheated' for want of a better word.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:27 pm
Adion
There is a link to the comparison chart on the download page however, which explains in more detail the differences between the different licenses however:
http://www.virtualdj.com/products/virtualdj/comparison.html
The Products->Price and Licenses page also makes this quite clear and doesn't try to hide the fact that there are uses for which you have to pay:
http://www.virtualdj.com/products/virtualdj/price.html
http://www.virtualdj.com/products/virtualdj/comparison.html
The Products->Price and Licenses page also makes this quite clear and doesn't try to hide the fact that there are uses for which you have to pay:
http://www.virtualdj.com/products/virtualdj/price.html
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:34 pm
as i said 'if it was made clear prior to downloading'. you can access the download link without knowing any different.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:35 pm
http://www.virtualdj.com/ -> http://www.virtualdj.com/download/index.html -> http://www.virtualdj.com/out.html?cnet -> Download -> Done
and the fact it says free for home use without any extra information doesnt help
therefor making the consumer feel cheated out of extra money without any prior warning.
and the fact it says free for home use without any extra information doesnt help
therefor making the consumer feel cheated out of extra money without any prior warning.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:39 pm
SBDJ
OK, but there are other restrictions too that you may not think apply to a 'home user' - for example if you were to put the video output onto your TV you wouldn't be able to remove the VirtualDJ logo.
We can't list all those before you click download, which is why there is a comparison chart right above the download button.
You aren't being cheated out of any money - we aren't holding you to ransom at all. You can either purchase, or not purchase - the choice is entirely yours.
It's always worth looking into products a little before you just download and install them :)
We can't list all those before you click download, which is why there is a comparison chart right above the download button.
You aren't being cheated out of any money - we aren't holding you to ransom at all. You can either purchase, or not purchase - the choice is entirely yours.
It's always worth looking into products a little before you just download and install them :)
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:40 pm
how about:
'Free for home use*'
then lower down the page
'*doesnt apply to: (list possible reasons as to why this may not be 'free for home use')'
'Free for home use*'
then lower down the page
'*doesnt apply to: (list possible reasons as to why this may not be 'free for home use')'
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:43 pm
A Man and His Music
This is not about how you feel, or what anyone thinks. This is the way it is. It is not our fault that you or anyone else failed to read the fine print. It does not say "free for home use with any controller". This is taught at a very early age, buyer beware. The situation will not change, and you have stated your opinion. You bought a product, that does not come with this software. If you want to use this software with that controller, it will cost you some money. You may not like it, but that's the way it is. The choice is yours.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:46 pm
Tim Bennett
Your lack of research is not reason for Atomix to bend over for you. Take this as a lesson learned. Spend time researching a product before making a commitment.
And still, you are not left high and dry.... you have the software that came with the controller. Use it and have fun.
And still, you are not left high and dry.... you have the software that came with the controller. Use it and have fun.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:49 pm
groovindj
Nobody's stopping you using it at home for free. It doesn't say "free for use with controllers" does it?
People who want something for nothing are not very likely to be spending $$$ on a controller are they?
You're not a home user, you're an advanced home user - and could potentially use VDJ with your controller to go out and earn money. With the "Controller" license, Atomix are giving you a discount compared to the full pro/Infinity license, and trusting you not to break their T&C.
People who want something for nothing are not very likely to be spending $$$ on a controller are they?
You're not a home user, you're an advanced home user - and could potentially use VDJ with your controller to go out and earn money. With the "Controller" license, Atomix are giving you a discount compared to the full pro/Infinity license, and trusting you not to break their T&C.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:49 pm
the POS serato that came with it doesn't even work.. but that's besides the point
no but it does say 'free for home use'
here are the facts:
-I'm at home
-I'm using it
-I'ts not free
tell me I'm wrong?
no but it does say 'free for home use'
here are the facts:
-I'm at home
-I'm using it
-I'ts not free
tell me I'm wrong?
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:49 pm
Tim Bennett
You can use the software for free, you can't use the Mixtrack Pro 3 for free. Be mad at Numark for pairing it with crappy software.
Or do like I suggest, return it, get the Mixtrack 3, it comes with VDJ LE. You will be happy camper, and it is cheaper than that Pro.
Or do like I suggest, return it, get the Mixtrack 3, it comes with VDJ LE. You will be happy camper, and it is cheaper than that Pro.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:53 pm
groovindj
Ah, but then he'll be complaining about having to buy an audio interface!
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:55 pm
A Man and His Music
This conversation is going nowhere. We heard you, now what are you going to do?
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 2:56 pm
avoiding the point as expected....
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 3:01 pm
A Man and His Music
As has been stated, it is what it is. It can not be stated any clearer.
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 3:04 pm
PhrenicIT
its very obvious this guy don't know how to run serato nor is he interested in actually purchasing VDj pro seems to me like he wants to think he can be a Dj but don't wanna put the work in it i have been a Dj for over 10 years and have put my hard time and hard earned money into it it started out as a hobby for me as well and grew into a passion for witch now i get paid to do what i love but if you planned on making money from a gig or something then you would need to purchase the pro version otherwise stop boo hooing and crying and grow up and invest in your passion like the rest of us that do
Posté Tue 04 Aug 15 @ 3:16 pm
