while the sampling function (four 10-second pads) allows the DJ to record and replay samples to create an original mix!
The Technics SL-DZ1200 also has 'vinyl simulation' and 'dynamic FX'. Vinyl Simulation simulates various analog systems, like the output of an SL1200 turntable, a range of different cartridge types as well as radio and telephone settings. DJ's will most likely set it on Analog SL-1200 and leave it there.
The Dynamic FX function provides nice selection of effects; some can be used in turntable mode, BUT some of them are platter-controlled which means you will need to switch the unit into CD mode to use them. It just so happens that these are the best effects, such as TT Pan, which pans the sound depending on the platter movements.
The pitch controls gives the DJ all the control they could ever need, with an adjustable range of +/-8, 16, 33 and 50%, plus there's a reset button (like the SL1200's quartz lock) and a pitch lock control.
Issues with the DZ1200:
The biggest issue on this player is the fact that you cannot scratch with the unit while in Pitch Lock mode. If you try to do so, you will hear some serious distortion and reverb. Another issue with the machine is that on "some" of the original units actually have slip discs that don't exactly fit 100% on the surface.