The new industry standard for DJ Media Players.
It feels like when ever Pioneer DJ launch a new range of media players it raises the bar for industry standards. The new CDJ 3000 is no different. If you're upgrading from a DJ controller like the DDJ 1000 or maybe an older sku like the DDJ SB3 to get a feel of the club standard.
The CDJ 3000 is that standard. Having changed over the past 20 years the CDJ has come further than any of its DJ controller counterparts. Evolving into something we could have only dreamed of so long ago. Let's be honest here.... Any media player can play your tracks but if you're looking to take the next step to performer the decks have to make fire up your creative vision. The CDJ-3000 does just that and a whole lot more.
The new MPU in the CDJ 3000 drives the unit, delivering stable performance and enabling advanced new features, and it works with the other parts of the player to create a smoother DJ experience. Cutting down on load times for your hot cues and tracks (never get caught out again as that track runs out). It's come standard with rekordbox Hardware Unlock device too.
Its got the 9-inch touch screen, which is bigger and a higher resolution than the one on the CDJ-2000NXS2. See everything you need to about your track information and the new shortcut features make it easier to jump between different categories in your music collection. - which is a real win. But digging into the new functions is where things really start to shine. The Touch Preview enable effortless and rapid track selection. Add to that Touch Cue, Stacked Waveform, and 3Band Waveform, you’ll always know where the perfect mix points are on the cued track and the one that’s currently playing.
Feeling like showing off a little? Operate Beat Jump via the new hardware buttons and hit Key Sync to mix harmonically. You can also create a wider range of loops with the new 8-Beat Loop button which comes in addition to the classic 4-Beat control. Boasting all this and more the Pioneer DJ CDJ 3000 has set the new standard for club media players.
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Our Review
First Impressions - CDJ 3000
The CDJ series made a big splash when it arrived on the scene in 2008. It was new take on media players that was just the start of Pioneer DJ's dominance. Twelve years later Pioneer DJ are back with their CDJ series, and of course CDJ-3000. CDJ-3000 is a revision to the CDJ family that has been in development for years. And now it's finally here! Pioneer CDJs have always been known as “Serato players” or “Traktor players” because they are compatible with every DJ software available. CDJs can be used with any software on the market – wow! Pioneer really outdid themselves this time around by creating an MP3/USB player: CDJs can read MP3s off USB sticks and play them directly without even installing other drivers like Serato or Native Instruments do. This makes it easy to bring your own music and burn it onto like previous media players.
Performance Features - CDJ 3000
For us digital DJs there are two main features we need out of our equipment: reliability (without loading times) and compatibility (with other brands). We don't want to worry about whether or not our music will play properly , or if our CDJs will read CD-Rs. CDJ-3000 is notorious for its flawless playback and reliability (read: no loading times!). CDJ-3000 has a library of thousands of songs that you can call up right away without any issues. As for compatibility, CDJ-3000 supports Rekordbox software by Pioneer DJ – the world's number one DJ software! CDJ-3000 not only gives users the musical flexibility to use whatever music they want, but also allows for using all kinds of different CDJs, controllers, and other gear with compatibility with Rekordbox DVS through HID functionality. It doesn't matter what kind of setup you have – CDJ-3000 is ready to rock your party!
Conclusion - CDJ 3000
If you're looking for a new performance media player then look no further than Pioneer DJ's CDJ-3000 ! CDJ-3000 is Pioneer DJ's most versatile CDJ yet and will take your performances to the next level with its stunning performance features. CDJ-3000 boasts an array of professional features that guarantee high quality sound, seamless compatibility with all CDJs, controllers, and software on the market, and a premium look that's sure to impress! With CDJ-3000 as part of your setup you'll be ready for any show!
Product Information
Quick Picks
- Advanced MPU
- Pro DJ Link with Gigabit Ethernet
- Better screen visibility
- Tougher components
Detailed Specs
Width: 329mm
Height: 453mm
Weight: 5.5kg
Display: 9 inch full colour LCD touchscreen
File Frames:
- ALAC
- AAC
- AIFF
- FLAC
- MP3
- WAV
Files Systems:
- FAT
- FAT32
- HFS+
Compatible DJ Software:
Rejordbox
Serato DJ Pro
Djay Pro
Traktor Pro 3
Whats in the box:
- CDJ-3000
- Power cord (V-lock*)
- Digital audio cable
- Analog audio cable
- LAN cable
- Quick Start Guide
- Precautions for Use
Playable Media
- USB storage devices (flash memory/HDD, etc.)
- SD Card
- Computers (Mac/Windows PC)
- iPhone
Outputs
- 1 ANALOGUE (RCA)
- 1 DIGITAL (Coaxial)
Warranty
1 Year