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Pioneer CDJ350 & DJM 350 Pearl White

MCDave@SoundKontrols — Tue, 17 May 2011 15:47:06 +0000

Pioneer CDJ-350 and DJM-350 White Package

The CDJ-350 will allow users to create DJ performances with various digital music files, including MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF files that are stored on different forms of media, including USB mass storage device class products and CD-R/RW discs. The media player also includes Pioneer’s proprietary music management software, rekordbox™, which analyzes and categorizes music by genre, making it possible to easily manage music files on a computer for quick song selection when played back on compatible Pioneer players. Connecting a USB storage device loaded with playlists created with the software allows users to choose songs by various criteria such as genre, album name, artist name, etc. for stress-free DJ performances. Music sessions can also be saved to a USB storage device and then saved in rekordbox as an original playlist.

Additional Player Highlights:

BEAT Display Function – Visually illustrates the beat position of a song and the playback point providing easier hand-eye coordination when performing scratches and loops.
Auto Beat Loop Function – With one press of a button on the player, the user can create various loop performances, including: Beat Loop- Matches the beat and repeats a 4-beat loop, Loop Divide – While playing a loop, plays the loop at a different rhythm, Hot Loop – While playing a loop, returns to the start of the loop and plays it
Auto BPM Lock – Users can set a Master Beat Per Minute (BPM) of the current song playing that can be synchronized with a touch of a button. The feature enables beginners to easily match the tempos of songs by simply adjusting the speed to the Master BPM on each player.
Create Playlist Function – While a song is playing, users can immediately add it to a new playlist with a touch of a button for future playback of favorite songs.
DJ Software Compatible – The CDJ-350-W is MIDI-compatible with other DJ software allowing it to be used as an audio interface.

Other features include:

Vibration resistant by utilizing Shock-Proof Memory and Floating Architecture.
Four level tempo settings for maximum variation range of a song’s tempo (±6%, ±10%, ±16% and WIDE).
Resume function enables users to remove a disc and resume playback at the same spot when the disc is reloaded.
Environment-friendly auto standby feature automatically detects operation status and signal input and puts the device in standby mode when the player is not engaged for set periods of time. Users can set the time value or can defeat the feature altogether.

Blend It with the DJM-350-W Mixer

The DJM-350-W mixer inherits similar functions and operability of the popular Pioneer DJM series of mixers often experienced in the club scene. With its new pearl white makeover, the built-in level meter’s red, white and blue LEDs create a stunning appearance. The mixer is equipped with four sound effects including the newly added Noise and Short Echo, as well as an isolated 3-band equalizer—all of which allow the DJ to make one-of-a-kind mixes. The Type A USB port on the front top panel allow users to record their DJ mixes onto a USB storage device, review their mix and take it with them to listen to on other devices.

Additional Mixer Highlights:

Four Types of Effects– Two effects, Noise and Short Echo, were added to the popular Filter and Jet effects enabling users to further enhance remixing capabilities: Noise – Creates a wind-like effect by changing the cut-off frequency (audible spectrum) of the filter, Short Echo – Applies a reverberated sound to the music with a turn of the knob, Filter – Greatly alters the tonal quality of the music by removing audio from the high or low frequency bands, Jet – Applies a jet plane taking off or landing sound effect to the music,
Digital Conversion – Analog signals are converted into digital form via a high-performance CPU for higher fidelity sound. In addition, analog and digital circuits are isolated to minimize induced noise.

Other features include:

P-LOCK Fader Cap keeps the fader knob (caps) from slipping off, especially during intense DJ sessions.
MIC/AUX input terminals for connecting portable audio players and/or microphones.
A connected Pioneer CDJ player can triggered to fader, start or play functions via a link to the fader control.
Peak level meters indicate the input levels of each channel.
Crossfader Curve Adjustment function makes it possible to have three crossover curve patterns.

Pioneer DJM 700

MCDave@SoundKontrols — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 02:09:35 +0000

The DJM-700 4-Channel digital mixer from Pioneer will once again excite turntable enthusiasts and make it easier to entertain the crowd while producing the purest sounding mixes. The solid construction chassis and dual shield structure of the DJM-700 helps eliminate worry over vibration and digital noise creeping in. Output-wise, it has a 96khz/24-bit digital sampling system with a 32-bit/96kHz DSP with ideal filtering that doesn’t deteriorate any of the sound quality. Speaking of filters, the DJM-700 DJ mixer has a unique effect frequency filter that limits the frequency bands subjected to effects to help showcase your particular mixing style. As far as effects, some of the more notable additions to this Pioneer mixer include Beat Effect, which automatically detects the BPM of the tune to perfectly align any of the various effects such as flanger, phaser, or crush, with the beat; Roll Sampler, which provides four realtime sampling patterns-roll, reverse roll, pitch up roll, and pitch down roll; and Beat Select Buttons, two buttons that help maintain synchronization between beat effects and audio by letting the user quickly select the effect timing. The Pioneer DJM-700 has fully assignable MIDI functions for those who like to add DJ effectors and MIDI software applications to their nightly routine, with up to 49 assignable keys. Adding to the variety of performance options, the I/O terminals allow for traditional or digital turntables or both. When quality and performance is key, trust Pioneer.

Pioneer DJM-700 4-Channel Digital DJ mixer with Effects Features:

4-channel
10 input/12 output
High rigidity chassis minimizes noise from vibration
Dual shield structure eliminates digital noise entry
World’s first frequency effects filter
Manual filter
Sound Link/EFX Link function controls other Pioneer equipment via a link cable
BPM synchronize function, to synchronize the BPMs of all attached equipment
Fully assignable MIDI functions
96kHz/24-bit sampling rate
32-bit/96kHz digital sound processor
MIDI effects like Beat Effect, Roll Sampler, and Beat Select Buttons can be synced with tempo
Each channel of the mixer can be assigned to the crossfader
Built-in 3-band EQ on each channel enables level control within a —26dB to +6dB range for high, mid, and low bands, respectively.
Users can change the crossfader/channel fader curve
Mixer automatically lowers track volume when it senses a vocal input on the microphone
Peak level meter located on the top right of the mixer shows input levels from each channel
By simply sliding the crossfader or channel fader, player is automatically started

Pioneer DJM-700 4-Channel Digital DJ mixer with Effects Specifications:

Input Terminal: CD/Line x 5 (RCA), Phono x 3 (RCA), MIC x 2 (XLR, 1/4″ phone)
Output Terminal: Master Out x 2 (RCA, XLR), Booth Out (RCA), Headphone Monitor Out (top panel 1/4″ phone), Rec Out (RCA), Digital Out (coaxial)
Other Terminal: Send (1/4″ phone), Return (1/4″ phone), MIDI Out (5P DIN), Control Out x 2 (3.5 mini jacks)
Other Specs:
Sampling Rate: 96kHz
A/D, D/A Converter: 24-bit
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.005 % or less
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 104 dB (LINE)
Head Room:19 dB
Power Requirements: AC 120V (60 Hz)
Power Consumption: 34W
Dimensions: 12.6″(W) x 4.25″(H) x 14.9″(D)
Weight: 14.6 lb.

Pioneer DJM 350

MCDave@SoundKontrols — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:37:46 +0000

Pioneer DJM-350 inherits the basic functions and operability of the DJM series that is so popular on the club scene and it comes equipped with four kinds of effects as well as an isolator type of 3-band equalizer—all of which makes it easy to enjoy real DJ mixing. With it’s USB port, users can record their DJ mixes onto USB storage devices, check their own mix and take it with them to listen to it.

Compatible with Various Media and Music Formats
We made the CDJ-350 compatible with many music formats, such as MP3 AAC, WAV, AIFF, etc., that are used in recording to mass storage class USB devices and CD-R/RW discs. It also plays music CDs, so you can enjoy DJing with all kinds of media and music formats.

Smooth Support for your DJ Life with the Included Music Management Software rekordbox
The music management software rekordbox that comes with the CDJ-350 analyzes the BPM*3 and beat position of songs from your computer, allowing music to be categorized by genre and facilitating the creation of playlists. When the music analyzed by rekordbox is transferred to a USB device and then connected to the CDJ-350, it enables songs to be selected by genre, album or artist and making for fun and easy DJ-ing. Furthermore, the music played can be saved as a history on a USB device and saved as an original playlist in rekordbox.

Equipped with our BEAT Display Function that allows the DJ to view the Beat while Enjoying Performing Scratches*4 and Loops
The CDJ-350 comes equipped with our BEAT Display function, which shows the beat position of a song and the playback point. As this allows the user check the beat both by sound and visually, it gives a feel of “hand, eye and ear coordination” and makes performing scratches and loops all the more fun.

Equipped with our Auto Beat Loop Function, Enabling All Kinds of Loop Performances
With one press of the button, the DJ can enjoy all kinds of loop performances.
• Beat Loop: Matches the beat and repeats a 4-beat loop.
• Loop Divide: While playing a loop, plays the loop at a different rhythm.
• Hot Loop: While playing a loop, returns to the start of the loop and plays it.

Equipped with our Auto BPM Lock, which Matches the Tempo with One Push of a Button
With just the push of the button, it matches the song that is playing to the preset master BPM. In such a way, a beginner can easily match the tempos of two songs and enjoy real BPM mixing.

Equipped with our Create Playlist Function, Allowing the Immediate Registering of a Desired Song
While playing music of selected songs, all it takes is a press of a button to register a desired song to a playlist. If frequently used songs are registered, it is extremely easy to call out a favorite song from among many others.

Capable of Connecting to a Computer and Using a DJ Software Controller or Utilizing it as an Audio Interface
Connecting the CDJ-350 via USB to a computer allows it to be controlled by MIDI-compatible DJ software as well as using the music files on the computer to enjoy DJ-ing. It can also be used as an audio interface.

ther Features
• Excellent vibration-resistance thanks to its Shock-Proof Memory5 and Floating Architecture.
• Four levels of settings*6 can be made for the maximum variation range of a song’s tempo—±6%, ±10%, ±16% and WIDE.
• Equipped with our Resume function, so that when a disc is removed and later reloaded, it returns to the previous state.

*3 Beats Per Minute: Indicates the tempo of a song numerically, so the beats per minutes is its BPM.
*4 A remixing/DJ technique that produces a scratching sound when the DJ moves the record backward and forward. The Pioneer CDJ series allows scratching of CDs.
*5 A technology that prevents skipping by storing the audio in memory just ahead of the music playing.
*6 WIDE only works with music CDs. Music files such as MP3, AAC, WAV & AIFF can be set in 3 levels, ±6%, ±10%, ±16%.

Pioneer DJM 800

MCDave@SoundKontrols — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:33:33 +0000

Pioneer DJM 800 is a powerful 4 channel 96kHz/24 bit digital mixer offering DJs first class sonic fidelity, immense connectivity including 61 fully assignable MIDI controls, and a full range of effects with additional innovative new ‘sound color effects’ across all channels.

Audio Input
Sampling rate: 96kHz
A/D, D/A converter: 24-bit
Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.005% or less
Signal-to-noise ratio: 105dB (LINE)
Head room: 19dB
Output terminals: MASTER OUT x2 (RCA x1, XLR x1),
BOOTH OUT x1 (1/4” PHONE), HEADPHONE
MONITOR OUT x1 (TOP PANEL 1/4”), REC OUT x1 (RCA), DIGITAL OUT x1 (coaxial S/PDIF)

Specifications
Unparalleled sound quality
4 digital inputs and digital output
61 assignable MIDI triggers
New onboard multi-effects syncable to BPM
New color effects
Optional rotary knob kit for a smooth mix

General
Power requirements: AC 110-240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 32W
Weight: 8 KG
Dimensions: 320(W) x 381(D) x 108(H) mm

Audio Output
Input terminal: CD/LINE x5 (RCA), PHONO x3 (RCA), DIGITAL IN x4 (coaxial S/PDIF), MIC x2 (XLR/1/4” combo x1, 1/4” x1)

Other Terminals
SEND x1, RETURN x1 (1/4”)
MIDI OUT x1 (5-pin DIN)
Control terminal: 1/8” mini-jack

Pioneer DJM 2000

MCDave@SoundKontrols — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:21:51 +0000

Pioneer developed a new 96 kHz full-digital professional performance DJ mixer– DJM-2000. This mixer with its interface enables DJs to create new music at DJ mixing performance, and equipped with the PRO DJ LINK function that allows DJs to connect with multi-players such as CDJ-2000.

In this model, while inheriting the basic layout of our club-standard DJM series, we have come up with an interface, bigger and laid it out right in the middle of the mixer which allows DJs to perform more individualistically. Our industry-first*15.8 inch large LCD multi-touch panel allows the DJ to use Touch Panel Effects while checking it visually. It also comes with BEAT EFFECT & INST FX functions which allow DJs to intuitively alter the sound; with this mixer alone without connecting to multiple devices allows in real time flexible performance for the DJs.

Using the PRO DJ LINK function allows the music data to be shared up to 4 players-CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900 with just one SD card*2or USB storage device. And up to two computers can be connected*3, allowing the smooth transition to the next DJ. What’s more, the mixer has an internal USB audio interface, so up to 4 audio signal sources can be input directly from a computer.

In terms of sound quality, it exceeds the DJM-800 and offers Pioneer’s best sound. Ever since the launch of our fully digital DJ mixers DJM-1000 and DJM-800, we have gained strong prestige among pro DJs and the mixers have been introduced into many of the famous clubs around the globe.

Along with our aim of solidifying our lineup with the introduction of the DJM-2000, Pioneer has also been working hard to invigorate the DJ market with proposals for new ways to enjoy music.

nterface layout gives DJs opportunity to add more originality in arranging music
We laid out the interface in the center of the mixer to enable an individual, intuitive performance. DJ can add arrangements to music with a variety of control, such as Tap, Warp and Trace with the three Effect sections. And the three Effect sections can be used in combination, giving the DJ all the more scope for original arrangements.

• Industry-First*1 Three New Performance Modes using the 5.8 inch Full-Color, Multi-touch Display
We have adopted an industry first*1 5.8 inch large LCD multi-touch panel display. So the DJ can see and hear the result of effects, while easily and intuitively operating the mixer like none before, and we have added 3 kinds of performance modes.

The FREQUENCY MIX, enabling a more precise music mix, the SIDECHAIN REMIX, with its 7 kinds of dynamic effects, and the four types of MIDI mode that allow the DJ to use a computer – all making every DJ-ing scene and DJ play style possible.

• Evolved BEAT EFFECT for manipulating every frequency and altering the various sounds linked to the beat

Equipped with an evolved BEAT EFFECT, which is a highly acclaimed function of the DJM series. EFFECT FREQUENCY allows the DJ to control the level of effects to add to each frequency band, so an echo can be added just to the vocals, or the hi-hat rhythm can be doubled, providing a higher flexibility to perform like never before.

And we have added physical buttons for selecting effects and beats, making it possible to enjoy dynamic effect performance like never before.

• INST FX allows effects to be applied intuitively, with just the turn of a knob

The DJM-2000 has incorporated six kinds of effects (NOISE, HPF, LPF, JET, ZIP & CRUSH) for an intuitive performance with a turn of FILTER knob for each channel. And the PARAMETER knob allows for fine tuning of each effect.

Equipped with PRO DJ LINK, the function that links multi-DJ players
Pioneer DJ players (CDJ-2000 & CDJ-900) that are compatible with PRO DJ LINK and a computer with rekordbox installed can be connect to the mixer via a LAN cable which enables following PRO DJ LINK features.

• Sharing SD Card*2 / USB Device
The music files and control data saved on an SD card*2 or USB storage device can be shared and played on up to four CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900 players via this mixer.

• rekordbox LINK
The music files and control data of rekordbox can be read and be played on CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900 players via this mixer.

• Live Sampler
Sound input from MIC or sound output from the MASTER*4 out put can be recorded to this mixer and played on a CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900. Words recorded from the MIC can be immediately used for scratching or for other new performances.

• Link Monitor
The music files in rekordbox can be monitored on headphones. This allows the DJ to check the song before playing it on a player, thus making it a smooth-flow for selecting and playing a song.

• Status Information
The status of each connected channel (On-air*5 status, channel number, etc.) is sent to the connected CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900. The color of the JOG ring light of the player changes for the current on-air*5 channel, allowing the current status to be checked at a glance during DJ play and provides a sense of reassurance.

Internal USB Audio Interface
The mixer is equipped with a USB Audio Interface, which allows the audio signal of music playing on a computer to be input to the DJM-2000 via a USB connection with the computer*6. This makes it possible to use a computer, even without an external sound card, for DJ play.

From one computer up to a maximum of 4 sources of audio signal can be assigned to each channel. It is also possible to output the master output to the computer. This makes it extremely convenient to record the mixed audio.

High-quality Design made for the Ideal Club Sound
The DJM-2000 uses a balanced output amp and its completely discrete structure allows the sound quality in each bandwidth to be adjusted. We pursued the ideal club sound by painstakingly creating a sound down to the very details of how sound resonates.

By using a high fidelity, balanced hybrid op-amp and a perfectly balanced output circuit in the analog processing, we have achieved a reduction in noise with a dynamic range of 107dB with 0.004%THD, providing a clear, powerful sound.

Other Features
• A switching 3-band EQ & 3-band Isolater on each channel. The EQ provides control of +6dB to -26dB &
the Isolater gives +6dB to -∞dB.
• Digital IN on each channel. This permits input of an audio signal with no deterioration in sound quality.
• Connection with CDJ player with PRO DJ LINK or Control cable will allow player to start playing music
“Fader Start Play” by switching faders.
• Equipped with a Talkover function, which lowers the volume of the music when there is input from the
Mic.
• All channels are equipped with a Peak Level Meter for checking the input levels at a glance of the
sources being input to each channel.
• Equipped with our Crossfader Assign function, which allows the flexible assignment of the input on
each channel to the crossfader.
• Equipped with a Fader Curve Adjust function, that allows changes to crossfader and channel fader
curves.
• Convenient for club or studio as it is 19-inch rack mount ready (Meets EIA standards).*9

*1 As a DJ mixer. Current as of March 10, 2010, according to Pioneer research.
*2 SD cards are only compatible with the CDJ-2000.
*3 Only when connected via LAN to a computer with rekordbox installed.
*4 Final sound from mixing
*5 The CDJ jogging part turns red. Only the CDJ-2000 can indicate on-air status.
*6 Compatible with Windows or Mac. When using Windows, 3 sources or more can be assigned only
when using ASIO compliant software.
*7 Device driver CD-ROM in the same package. The USB audio interface function can be used after this
software is installed on the computer.
*8 Only works with CDJ-2000 or CDJ-900.
*9 Mounting hardware is not included. Obtain it separately.