
MWM
MWM PHASE-ULTIMATE Wireless Timecode Control 4 Remotes
★★★★★
Phase Ultimate cuts the last physical link between your records and your software — four wireless remotes for uninterrupted DVS control without a needle in sight.
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Overview
Key Features
The Phase Ultimate Kit includes everything in the Essentials plus 2 extra remotes for non-stop performances
Phase replaces DVS timecode with ultra stable motion detection
Rechargeable batteries with up to 10 hours of use
No more issues with damaged needles, defective turntables, or rumble from the heavy bass
More accurate and efficient than timecode vinyl and needles
Specifications
Brand
MWM
Model
PHASE-ULTIMATE
Technology
Wireless Motion Detection (DVS Timecode Replacement)
Included Remotes
4
Battery Life
Up to 10 hours per remote
Battery Type
Rechargeable (built-in)
DVS Compatibility
Any DVS-compatible software
Connection
Wireless (remote to receiver)
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Eliminating the timecode needle and vinyl removes the most fragile and failure-prone component from a DVS setup — no more mid-set skipping from a worn stylus or a bumped tonearm.
- Four remotes in the Ultimate kit enable continuous hot-swap charging during extended performances, solving the battery anxiety that limits two-remote kits.
- Motion detection tracking is immune to bass rumble feedback that causes timecode vinyl to lose sync in high-SPL club environments — the remotes read platter movement directly, not through a stylus pressed against a vibrating surface.
- Works with all major DVS-compatible DJ software through standard audio interface connections, requiring no software-specific setup beyond initial configuration.
- Up to 10 hours per remote charge is sufficient for marathon DJ sessions without mid-performance swaps on a standard two-deck rig.
👎 Cons
- The Phase system requires a compatible audio interface to pass the motion signal to DVS software — it does not replace the audio interface in your signal chain, only the timecode source.
- Initial investment for the Ultimate kit is substantially higher than a pair of timecode records and replacement needles, though the ongoing cost advantage grows over time.
- Each remote must be mounted correctly on the platter — setup is more involved than simply dropping a record, and incorrect mounting affects tracking accuracy.
- Wireless dependency means a dead or uncharged remote stops playback; without a charged spare on hand, a battery failure mid-set has no quick analog fallback.
- The system adds receiver hardware to your setup, which means one more component to configure, cable, and potentially troubleshoot in an unfamiliar booth.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Phase's motion detection actually replace timecode vinyl for DVS control?
Instead of a needle reading a timecode signal from a record, each Phase remote unit mounts directly on the platter and transmits motion data wirelessly — speed, direction, and position — to a receiver connected to your interface. The DJ software reads this motion data identically to how it would read a DVS timecode signal, but the source is the platter's movement itself, not an audio signal from a stylus.
What DJ software is compatible with the Phase Ultimate system?
Phase works with any DVS-compatible software, including Serato DJ, Traktor, Rekordbox, and Virtual DJ. The receiver outputs a standard timecode audio signal that the software recognizes through a compatible audio interface, so no special software plugins are required.
Why does the Ultimate kit include four remotes instead of two?
Two remotes handle a standard two-deck setup. The extra two remotes allow continuous use while one pair charges — so you can swap between sets mid-performance without any downtime. This is the core advantage of the Ultimate kit over the Essentials for extended performances or back-to-back DJ sets.
How long does a single charge last, and how long does recharging take?
Each remote provides up to 10 hours of use per charge. The four-remote Ultimate configuration means you have sufficient charged units to sustain even a full day of festival or extended club use with rotation charging.
Does Phase introduce any latency compared to traditional timecode vinyl?
Phase's wireless motion detection is designed to match or exceed the responsiveness of timecode vinyl, without the degradation that comes from worn needles, warped records, or signal interference. Users report tracking that is tighter and more consistent than timecode vinyl under real-world conditions.