The Pioneer XDJ-R1 DJ system makes dreams of an all-in-one product come true – offering CD/USB players, software control, a top-class mixer, a powerful performing arts suite and – for the first time in the industry – intuitive wireless control via iPad, iPhone and iPod touch.
Pioneer XDJ-R1 DJ system
Perfect solution for DJs who need flexibility. Containing everything you need, the XDJ-R1 lets you switch between different sources instantly: two CDs, USB and MIDI. DJs can prepare tracks using the included rekordbox™ software and download files via USB to access a variety of cool features, including Beat Sync and Quantized Beat FX. They can also select MIDI to control any DJ software such as the included VirtualDJ LE.
The XDJ-R1’s touch-sensitive controls give you unlimited live performance options, packed with two touch-sensitive jogs for clear scratching, a two-channel mixing console, and assigned buttons for looping, hot-tagging, sampling, and colorful studio-quality effects.
A new concept in versatility: the XDJ-R1 can be controlled wirelessly via iPad, iPhone or iPod touch using the Pioneer-developed remotebox app available on the App Store since June 2013 . DJs can connect to the XDJ-R1’s own wireless network and use their touchpad to select music and mix tracks – all without being “tied down” to a table of equipment. The app will also feature an XY pad: a two-dimensional way to control Beat FX and Colour FX effects with the touch of a finger.
Pioneer DJ packs all the extensive features into one portable, rekordbox-compatible, affordable device. All DJs have to do is express their creativity.
Cost and availability
The Pioneer XDJ-R1 DJ system will go on sale in August 2013 for a recommended retail price of 39,990 Dollars.
XDJ-R1 MAIN FUNCTIONS
The rekordbox all-in-one system combines everything a DJ needs in one package
XDJ-R1 is ready to dj right out of the box, no extra equipment or wires needed. Unified unit supports USB playback, two CD sections, two touch-jogs, a two-channel mixer, and effects and performance borrowed from standard Pioneer DJ equipment.
Mix from various sources, including rekordbox USB, CD and VirtualDJ LE
DJs can simply load tracks from a USB or CD to play a variety of formats, including AAC USB only , MP3, WAV, AIFF, and 24-bit files. As with the pro line, tracks can be prepared in rekordbox and exported to USB, allowing DJs to take advantage of features such as music libraries, beat grids and hotspots. Or they can easily switch to MIDI mode to control via wired connection the software installed on their laptop, such as the free download of VirtualDJ LE with its four channels and video mix capability.
Packed with features from the professional Pioneer DJ range
Intuitive XDJ-R control
1 lets you control all the impressive features literally at your fingertips:
Beat Sync
: automatic song synchronization with the master deck thanks to track timing information
Auto Beat Loop
automatic looping of the track to the set loop size
Hot Cue
s: DJs can get instant access to three hot cues on each deck
Sound Colour FX: NOISE, PITCH, CRUSH and FILTER FX
Borrowed from Pioneer’s professional DJ mixers, and equipped with low pass and high pass filters on each channel for even sharper processing
Beat FX
Assignable buttons on each deck for TRANS, FLANGER, ECHO and ROLL beat effects with Tap Tempo
Four-beat Sample
r : access to three preloaded samples
Shift Mode
: quick access to advanced features including:
Quantize
: synchronizes effects speed with rekordbox clocking for perfect mix sound
Search
: quickly find the spot you want in the track with the jog wheel
Edit
: edit hot cues and samples
INDUSTRY’S FIRST
Remote mixing and effects control via remotebox for iPhone/iPad
DJs can download the free remotebox app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch available on the App Store to use their device as a remote control for all the XDJ-R1’s stunning features.[i] XDJ-R1 creates a private wireless LAN to connect securely to your iOS device.
Intuitive touch screen controls let you: search for tracks, load and mix, as well as access effects, auto loops, hot spots and samples. Plus – the only one in the Pioneer range – it uses the innovative XY Pad: a two-dimensional control for manipulating Beat FX and Sound Colour FX as one unit.
DJs using remotebox on iPad/iPhone/iPod touch are not chained to the table with equipment, which gives more freedom to communicate with the audience and show their talents.
Custom accessories, connectivity and portabilityXDJ-R1 is an all-in-one system that includes everything a DJ needs in one attractive package, including a convenient iPhone/iPod touch stand. And the rugged DJC-SC3 bag sold separately , tailored specifically for the XDJ-R1, features multiple pockets and a vertical structure to accommodate even smaller spaces.
Multiple inputs and outputs for maximum flexibility XDJ-R1 features MASTER OUT XLR , BOOTH OUT, AUX and MIC, for connectivity to external hardware and professional sound systems. Mixer can also be connected to vinyl players and CDJ-players and used as a stand-alone console.
High-quality sound circuitry for clear and powerful sound
XDJ-R1 takes its sound system from Pioneer’s professional DJ lineup, including the built-in 44.1 kHz/24-bit sound card and high-performance processor.
Other features:
Independent three-band isolator with full frequency cutoff.
Dual headphone output – mini-jack for in-channel and jack for full-size headphones.
Volume indicators on each channel and master output gives a visual indication of signal level.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
XDJ-R1
| Playable media | USB, CD, CD-R/RW |
| Playable formats | MP3, AAC, WAV, AIFF (only MP3, WAV and AIFF can be played back from CD |
| USB file systems | FAT32, FAT16 |
| Number of channels | 2 |
| Wireless Format | IEEE 802.11b/g 2.4 GHz band |
| Sample Rate | 44.1 kHz |
| A/D, D/A converter | 24bit |
| Frequency range | 20Hz～20kHz |
| Signal to noise ratio | 98 dB or higher USB |
| Common harmonic distortion | maximum 0.006% USB |
| Head room | 19 dB |
| USB Ports | A port ×1, B port ×1 |
| Inputs | PHONO/LINE ×2 RCA Microphone ×1 ¼ inch JACK AUX × 1 RCA |
| Outputs | MASTER OUT ×2 XLR ×1, RCA ×1 Headphones ×2 front ¼ inch JACK, Mini JACK Monitor ×1 RCA |
| Maximum external dimensions W×HxD | 623 mm × 308.4 mm × 107.7 mm |
| Weight | 6.8kg |
| System requirements – rekordbox™ DJ software included | |
| Supported OS | Mac OS®X 10.5.8 and newer Windows®8/Windows®8 Pro Windows®7 Home Premium/Professional/Ultimate Windows Vista® Home Basic/Home Premium/Ultimate/Business SP2 and later Windows® XP Home Edition/Professional SP3 and later (*Windows® XP Professional x64 edition not supported |
| System requirements – remotebox™ mobile app | |
| Supported OS | iPhone 3GS and newer iPod touch 3rd generation and newer iPad iOS5 and later |
System requirements – VirtualDJ LE free download
| Supported OS Windows | Windows® 7/Vista/XP SP3 Intel ® Pentium® 4 or AMD Athlon™ XP 512 MB RAM or more |
| Supported Operating Systems Mac | Mac OS X v 10.5/10.6/10.7 Intel processor-based® 1024 MB RAM or more |
| Required disk space | 50 MB or more |
| Screen resolution | 1024 x 768 or larger |
| Additional requirements for video mixes | ATI™ or NVIDIA graphics card® Dedicated 256 MB DDR3 RAM video |
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