Topmusicanswers
- What are jog wheels used for?
- How does a DJ jog wheel work?
- Do I need jog wheels?
- What is jog in video editing?
What are jog wheels used for?
A jog dial, jog wheel, shuttle dial, or shuttle wheel is a type of knob, ring, wheel, or dial which allows the user to shuttle or jog through audio or video media. It is commonly found on models of CD players which are made for disc jockeys, and on professional video equipment such as video tape recorders.
How does a DJ jog wheel work?
The two things a jogwheel does
With all jogwheels, usually touching the top “stops” the music, and while you're touching it your hand movements then allow you to move backwards and forwards, allowing you to scratch and cue the music.
Do I need jog wheels?
As far as industry precedent goes, there's no shortage of evidence that jog wheels are no longer essential, particularly when you move away from commercial music. From the likes of Dubfire, to Richie Hawtin and any number of Traktor and Ableton DJs, there are so many alternative ways to play your music.
What is jog in video editing?
The Contour ShuttlePRO is a USB controller that provides some special functions that are very useful for video editing. A jog/shuttle controller features a wheel or knob called the jog wheel with an outer ring called the shuttle. Shuttle refers to playback speed and direction, and jog means to step frame-by-frame.
