Pioneer DJ CDJ-3000 Full-Length Training Tutorial & Video Manual

[@digitaldjtips]

⏰ TIMESTAMPS ⏰ 03:53 Using with Rekordbox 05:20 Using with Pro DJ Link 06:18 Using Rekordbox Link Export 07:05 Using with mobile devices 07:41 Top panel tour 15:09 Rear of unit tour 16:03 Updating the firmware 19:08 The Source screen 20:21 The Browse screen 21:53 The Waveform screen 28:01 The jogwheel display 28:57 PC/Mac & Ethernet set-up 30:00 Pro DJ Link set-up 34:51 Selecting a track 35:19 Viewing recently played tracks 35:53 Searching for tracks 37:32 Using Track Filter 44:06 Using Touch Preview 44:52 Using History 45:42 Using Tag List 48:23 Basic playback functions 50:21 Adjusting tempo 51:17 Using the jogwheel 54:23 Using vinyl speed adjust 56:21 Setting a cue point 57:34 Jumping to a cue point 58:19 Save, recall & delete cues 59:40 Using Auto Cue 1:02:03 Manual looping 1:03:33 Auto looping 1:04:17 Touchscreen looping 1:04:47 Save, recall & delete loops 1:05:17 Using hot cues 1:06:34 Using hot loops 1:07:18 Deleting hot cues & loops 1:08:23 Using Beat Jump 1:12:15 Using Loop Move 1:13:31 Using Slip Mode 1:17:12 Using Beat Sync 1:22:38 Using Instant Doubles 1:23:30 Working with Beatgrids 1:26:12 Using Key Sync & Key Shift 1:28:08 DJ software ("HID") mode 1:31:42 Settings (Utility)

[@subele_music]

Who else has a show tomorrow?

[@Smyrky]

Lulz, you know that! 😂

[@leventefeher]

Tonight 🤣

[@MOUSTAFAX2]

Show tonight😂

[@daddyspeed07]

In 2 hours

[@Eddie__156]

Tomorrow bruv😂

[@joelarets]

The fact that this is available for free is out of this world... Crazy content! Keep it up.

[@digitaldjtips]

You are welcome.

[@miketheperformer5972]

That was amazingly comprehensive. As someone who hasn't used CDJs extensively and has a gig tomorrow, I really appreciate it!

[@digitaldjtips]

Good luck with the gig, Mike.

[@jacobbrint9949]

How was it? I'm in the same boat!

[@ip5799]

@@jacobbrint9949 im in the same boat too. need some help

[@diegopro4]

@@ip5799 Tbh even though this video is really useful, i was in the same situation a couple of days ago, I'm used to mix on smaller controllers at home but I had to gig on CDJ's for the first time. Without practicing before. I knew what the buttons do but it's totally not the same. I mean, i didn't expect the CDJ's to feel like a controller but the difference was very noticable. Even the touching sensation was different on the platters. My tip for you would be to Watch this video and try to remember the most out of it (Thank you Phil), if possible practice on CDJ's before the gig and finally Play a long first intro song in your set and practice a transition in your headphone (so that u can have some minutes to be used to the feeling of it without the crowd hearing wyd) Good luck to whoever lives this situation folks 🤞🏽

[@jyoshymusic5922]

Great video! You are a lifesaver for all of us being asked to play on CDJ3000's but don't have them to practice on. Thank you :)

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome

[@hibikimaiku]

Totally!!

[@mjgoedel4410]

Exactly this @jyoshymusic , because I almost forgot to download the CDJ audio driver to connect my laptop to it. Thnx for reminding me @digitaltips

[@Hoodlum_Media]

have my first show three weeks from today, and i’m fortunate enough the promoter is letting me practice before. i’ve DJd on a controller for 5 years this is by far the most helpful and comprehensive tutorial i’ve seen. watching this helped me pick up 3-4 really specific things i’d need to do before/at the beginning of my set. thank you!

[@digitaldjtips]

You got this!

[@rahmanmustafa26]

I have my first gig this weekend and it’s my first time on CDJs. This vid told me literally everything I should know. I’m not even that nervous anymore! You came thru big time w this vid 🙏

[@digitaldjtips]

You can do it! Good luck

[@shell86]

Thanks for this! I did my first club gear on the weekend on CDJ3000s and used my knowledge learnt here

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad! I hope it went well Michelle.

[@tharukkus]

Thank you Sensei! I definitely need this tutorial! It's almost as if every time I get a significant piece of hardware, you come out with a full fledged tutorial (XDJ XZ/Prime 4). This is GREATLY appreciated!!!

[@MrDumbandRandom]

How are you liking the Prime 4 compared to the XDJ XZ? Also, why so many gadgets! lol

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it’s timely for you my friend!

[@tharukkus]

@@MrDumbandRandom I love both units. I think I like the XZ a bit more because of the Club Standard layout, the full size jogs, and the ability to go standalone, RB & Serato. 2nd question: I'm a tech junkie: DDJ SB3 (trying to sell), DDJ REV1, DDJ 1000, Prime 4, XDJ XZ, 2X CDJ 3000/DJM 900NXS2, 2X Technics 30th Anniversary gold plated 1200MK2/DJM S9 and since I'm visiting family in NYC and need something there; DDJ 200! LOL

[@MrDumbandRandom]

@@tharukkus Thanks for your insight! I’m trying to get like you! I just have DDJ-400 for now but am still a beginner so it’s great for me so far

[@tharukkus]

@@MrDumbandRandom that's a GREAT Entry Level controller! You jeep up with that and when you find yourself behind a DDJ 800, 1000, XZ or any club industry setup, after you get over the larger size adjustment, you'll feel right at home!

[@ASHRRmusic]

this is an incredible tutorial.. I feel much more confident now that i can run this live!

[@digitaldjtips]

Great to hear!

[@davebetts900]

Just got my cdj-3000 deck to add to my XDJ-XZ, was a bit confused how to get it set up, but now found this video...... thank you, I'll start buying lessons from you in the near future.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad we could help you Dave

[@pixiepoi]

What a comprehensive and easy to understand tutorial. Makes me feel a lot more confident . Thank you for this

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome!

[@vexiim]

Fantastic video. I've just come out of DJ retirement and the club has these, felt a bit lost where all the features were, cleared everything up for me and looks like technology has taken a jump compared to the 2000's. This has made much more comfortable going into the weekend.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@slumbass]

Thanks. I’ve only ever dj on turntables and wondered what these mixers can actually do. The features are wild. I really want to spend 20 hours playing on this setup now

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, they really are - especially if you're coming from turntables.

[@tomvanderborst9967]

Perfect video. After playing 2,5 years on Denon, I really needed this. Now I really can play with my new stuff

[@digitaldjtips]

Enjoy!

[@Mydjprogress]

Tried them for the first time yesterday , and I got the hang of it after couple hours , fairly easy!(feels great) too!

[@digitaldjtips]

Great to hear!

[@Flightcoach]

I just got back into djing after being away for 20 years. Used to play with vinyl and turntables... man stuff has changed

[@digitaldjtips]

Hasn't it just

[@djpoxx_]

this tutorial is still untouched, thank you so much for this!

[@digitaldjtips]

You're very welcome!

[@MrJmhess77]

Thanks Phil. This helps me a ton. Being able to see and hear such a detailed explanation of all things 3000 is great.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MrJmhess77]

I played last Saturday and with your help I handled the 3k's for the first time like a champ. The only thing that threw me off was how loud the music is in a club! LOL!@@digitaldjtips

[@gavinlamp]

The old style cue and call buttons are my holy grail. So many years on a 900 pro using those buttons. They do the job well

[@digitaldjtips]

You do get used to them, it's true!

[@PoppySausagelitter]

Lifesaver mate, I've got my 1st live gig on these tomorrow 👍 practiced in a studio and my pre saved beatloops wouldn't load 😭 your video has solved that

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it helped

[@FennecSound]

What was the fix?

[@Steven-r8t]

Finally making the Jump to CDJ 3000’s after 20 plus years mixing on Vinyl. Better late than never I suppose 😂 Really appreciate this thanks 🙏 x

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help

[@sonodistorto]

Those videos are amazing, really useful service for everyone want to know those stuff that usually meet only at the club where u don’t have time to analyse every option and fuction, thanks Phil as always

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome!

[@erinpope7325]

thank you! i have my dj pratical test today and this review sums up the key functions nicely

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jamisonatanasoff]

I was asked to be the opening DJ at a House festival so this my quick tutorial on CDJs Its defiantly helpful thanks so much

[@digitaldjtips]

Good luck!

[@JFox337]

I have my first club gig Thursday and this has helped me a lot. Thanks!!!

[@digitaldjtips]

Good luck Josh!

[@RichardCristina-h5e]

Thank you very much. This was one of the most useful tutorials I've watched on dj'ing. 🙏🏽

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome

[@Guldeniz]

what a great tutorial, thanks a lot for this huge help

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome

[@appspeople9459]

Nice work, Phil, so will put together and you made it thoroughly easy for me to understand and then jump on my own decks to reproduce.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help!

[@surhanzeinalov]

This video should have more views and respected with more amount of likes and comments!

[@digitaldjtips]

Well, thanks for adding yours! 😀

[@jenschristiannrgaard4878]

fantastic work! Especially like the new Track Filter function that for sure will be utilizing a lot moving forward. Even for someone who used decks since the CDJ-500 I found this to be very helpful.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help Jens

[@deborahdyer-w9j]

Small extra note, the 'touch preview ' and a couple of other things only work if you connect the decks using a LAN Hub, if you only have two decks and connect them to each other those features won't work. Love your vids! Skin x

[@digitaldjtips]

Good point, we don't say that as we never advise just connecting the two decks, but great to clarify for those who do.

[@walter363]

This was so solid. Thanks

[@Aesop101]

You guys@ digital DJ tips are awesome always helping out and spreading the knowledge

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks Jay, we appreciate it!

[@MrJmhess77]

Awesome video Phil. Very informative and presented very well.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help!

[@Mydjprogress]

You’re awesome for this, thank you for taking the time! ❤

[@digitaldjtips]

you are very welcome!

[@solenoid-eu1xg]

I've got this setup in my room and honestly matched with turbosound foh it fucking rocks

[@digitaldjtips]

Sounds great!

[@raitisdzerkalis]

Amazing review Phil!! 🔥💪☝️👍 Thank you so much indeed for making videos like this.

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome Raitis!

[@voicelession3422]

This was EXTREMELY helpful. Thank you.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@d.neezi_h1971]

This was fantastic... thank you so much for giving this for free! :D

[@digitaldjtips]

Our pleasure!

[@Pieter2360]

Fantastic! Much appreciated Phil & team.

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re very welcome Pieter.

[@Erdling123]

Awesome tutorial. Very structured and detailed,

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you found this useful Erdling.

[@flash2k]

this is incredible! love this

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome

[@The_cdgp]

Really nice review but if you just stand infront of them for maybe 2h+ in a club you'll get used to them and almost play them with your eyes closed. Same for the Djm900 First I freaked out when I stood Infront of them because I thought "man this is the tech and the most advanced equitment and this costs over 7k" but after 30 minutes I began to realize the design and enjoy it. Now I would say that it's even easier to Dj on them than on a controller, because everything is bigger and more responsive. But just remember you still have to pick the right music for the time, the equitment won't do it for you. I've seen party's going crazy with a phone and an aux cable. And I've seen partys die with an big cdj and loudspeaker set up. Cheers 🤙🏼

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for your feedback. There’s plenty here you can’t work out while DJing on them! And yes, as I say at the beginning and the end, there is much more to DJing than the gear. We agree totally with you.

[@iansmithpersonal]

Great course. Can't believe you gave it away for free. It's worth cash! Can we have the DJS-1000 sampler next please? (j/k as I realise market is small for that). I think there's a tiny error at 9:59. Phil says "In other words, whether it shows TIME PLAYED or TIME ELAPSED". I think he means "TIME PLAYED or TIME REMAINING"

[@digitaldjtips]

Yeah I did! Thanks for the correction. The reason we don’t sell this stuff is on its own, it won’t make you a DJ! We sell the course that does that bit 👌

[@TheFISHknows-ez8tv]

Is the pitch fader calibration correct on that right deck? When you move the fader to zero at 21:53 it shows -0.80% on the screen. I noticed it earlier on as well.

[@darrenrackley1178]

Top Tutorial thanks very much

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome

[@hamei6481]

Good one, thank you! I guess that while using an DJM 750 mk1 mixer I will lose some options...

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, you would due to it being simpler

[@gm8208]

Very useful indeed, thank you Phil.

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome G M

[@jaysoniq]

Is there a latency issue when triggering Hot Cues on the CDJ-3000? I've heard of a few pro DJs saying something about this... Older firmware issue? Some units produced within a certain timeframe?

[@Alina-do1uk]

Thank you for supporting Ukraine💙💛🙏

[@djprisma847]

there is an error in your video. 1:25:24 that just moves the grid by 1/2 beats. Unfortunately this doesn't halve or double the BPM (which would be much better)

[@digitaldjtips]

Whoops, thanks for spotting

[@kevinvalentine2921]

Cheers man. Thanks for the video!

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome

[@korrektmc]

thx for this. great video! very helpful!

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help

[@infamousn7249]

Awesome Tutorial. Thank you

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome

[@anthonybhamra7722]

Great video!!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks!

[@gman1010]

Great gift. Thank you.

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome.

[@stefanjong359]

Tanks very much! very insightful and lifesaving, do these players accept FLAC files?

[@anandgururajan3013]

I’ve a gig in just a few weeks and I’m so used to my ddj200s. So this tutorial has been super helpful in getting me up to speed! Is that Tech on my Mind track available for download?

[@JayHurstMusic]

How do you get the key to show next to each tune while browsing

[@BenCaesar]

Hit the info button when in your browser, you can also order tracks by key

[@JuanEsco12]

I use Traktor but it seems changing to Rekorrdbox may be easier. When i try to change the color as you mention on the video at 19:20 i see in my CDJ 3000 'background color' is at default and i cant select it , why is that? i also get set up or see the wave forrm.. look like the old school wave

[@digitaldjtips]

you mean when using with Traktor?

[@JuanEsco12]

@@digitaldjtips thank you for replying I fixed the problem. :)

[@lespieces]

So useful thanks! Weird thing tho, Link won't work using cdj 2000NXS2 and 3000 at the same time (it should but it didn't) unless you put the # of the player to Auto. Weird bug.

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for sharing

[@jaysoniq]

Does Rekordbox analyze/determine/assign a song's Key from scratch? ...or does it simply assign a track's Key by reading the file's Metadata?

[@digitaldjtips]

From scratch

[@Aryanahmedrocks]

Great! i have never touched any pioneer CDJ or RX3 consoles and i have a gig after 2 days im really tensed. can anyone tell me if the features in video apply to CDJ - 2000 nexus as well or is 3000 and 2000 just the same

[@digitaldjtips]

Most of the features are the same, but the 3000 is newer so has some extras.

[@Aryanahmedrocks]

Ok thanks! I am reading your book Rock the dancefloor it was recommended to me by a friend, it's gold! Thanks for the tip :) @@digitaldjtips

[@Rotemusic]

Amazing video!! Thank you so much ❤️

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome

[@arveemusik]

Hey as you shown 1:28:08 video i was connected to my macbbok pro.. rekordbox software by connected to cdjs 3000 with help of midi cables its working but in players its not showing anything can u please help me out ?

[@jobezwahab2056]

Same here to came to a gig I got 3000s and I just connect them how I normally connect to 2000s nothing on the screen, jog does not work, any luck?

[@peppyp7323]

thank you 🙏🏻. absolutely useful. so much,.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad it was helpful!

[@onikwa_music9220]

Hello How to set red light jog?

[@MasterDj_Ramishvili]

Very useful information

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you liked it

[@npv1162]

Also I'm presuming you have loop effects per deck and also main effects via mixer ?

[@digitaldjtips]

You have loops on each deck, yes

[@djjohnyice6790]

Thank you Phil !

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome!

[@ericvalencia-hb5zv]

WHEN I MAKE IT TO TOUR LEVEL ILL COME BACK TO THANK YOU AND JAMES HYPE! ERIC HYPE BISH!

[@travelthebest2676]

Thanks for the tutorial, very helpful. I’ve always wondered what the “ A thru B” switches on the channels do? For normal mixing should the channels all be on Thru?

[@travelthebest2676]

On the mixer itself

[@digitaldjtips]

They decide which “side” the channel is on the cross fader.

[@travelthebest2676]

Thanks I thought so. But Thru means they are all on and can’t be isolated, always in the signal path?

[@mohandesparsa4086]

thanks for this good informations really thanks❤

[@digitaldjtips]

My pleasure 😊

[@nornevclothing]

Thank you for this!!!!

[@digitaldjtips]

You're so welcome!

[@jebamilton9718]

am using this model. please can you explain me my RCF external 4 channel mixer is not working while we connected to the dj console. but if you try from direct conection its working

[@reefrockcritter8943]

I have these in my club I’m going to learn how to play

[@digitaldjtips]

Have fun!

[@RoWork-to2hi]

If one does not want to use Rekordbox, do the newer CDJ's allow one to plug and play from a pen drive, albeit with limited function? I categorically do not want to use rekordbox, and use CDJ's along side 1210's. Please advise. thanks

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, although it makes no sense to do so with all the advantages you get from preparing on Rekordbox first.

[@Beemerbmr]

Does anyone know how to change the time remaining on the display for a track to ascending time?

[@rwalker1291]

Hi Phil, Looking for some advise on two things if you can spare a few mins? 1.I can't get touch preview to work (cdj3000/900nx2/proDJlink). When i place my finger on the preview waveform it does nothing. 2. If i cue up a track to have a quick listen of an unfamiliar tune, it then highlights it Green to say I've played it, even though I may have just checked it out for a few seconds. Is there a way to change this? I've tried to investigate this but have drawn a blank hence me asking the fountain of knowledge on here!

[@jonathanward8548]

Very helpful 👌

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you think so!

[@bboymac84]

This was perfect. Quick question... is there a way to activate a loop point so the song runs into it? Similar to Traktors active loop feature.

[@The_cdgp]

Yes there is such a feature it was introduced with the Cdj 2000 nxs and it's also alled activeloop. You can set them in the Rekordbox Programm. ✌🏽

[@bboymac84]

@@The_cdgp does it work without Rekordbox? Just using the CDJ 3000 by itself?

[@digitaldjtips]

No, you need to set it beforehand in Rekordbox. It’s called “active loop”.

[@bboymac84]

@@digitaldjtips awww wish it was traktor you can set it live. Too much prep. DJing is about live on the spot. Prep is for producing music. There is natural high when doing things on the fly.

[@overseaspropertyportfoliok9968]

@@bboymac84 totally agree I asked same question about the XDJ-RX. Understand the rekordbox prep part but there should be an AUTOLOOP on/off button so you can set it real time. Having to set it and export it to USB stick is a real pain in the ass. When the Loop is already set in Rekordbo a simple feature to activate/dectivate it on the player would be a basic feature ! Maybe one daddy pioneer might think about it :) I hope.

[@PoppySausagelitter]

How do I turn the blue light off saying beat FX for the channel? Any help would be much appreciated 🙏

[@beforeau]

do it with DENON DJ

[@magginab880]

Perfect thanks ❤

[@mrbongoman100]

So of i have never used these as cannot afford them after being a vinyl dj since 1993 and these days only playing on virtual dj on a pc no controller either is it gonna be a hard transition from virtual dj only using a mouse n keys to playing in front of a crowd with a loaded usb stick i mean on virtual dj it remebers all my cue points etc ?? Also is rekordbox essential if i never used it before or could i just turn up with a loaded usb stick and mix straight off the bat

[@digitaldjtips]

You can do all of those things, question is what is going to be easier? Using a Rekordbox-prepared USB drive is the easiest way.

[@mrbongoman100]

@digitaldjtips how do even do that I have no idea lol ?

[@jaysoniq]

Is this the first CDJ model to have an actual touchscreen display?

[@digitaldjtips]

No

[@djM.A.D]

How to change USB stick name? Can I change hot cues colors only in RekordBox or also on cdj3000?

[@g1parasiempre]

Hi! In all the previous cdj's when you set a cue point on a track and then move to another track (with autocue off), if you want to return back to the first track you simply press the cue button and you get back. In 3000 I cant see how is that possible..Might you have the answer for that? Thank you!

[@Smith_Got_Keys]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@digitaldjtips]

You are so welcome

[@nicholasharalambidis2884]

Would you happen to know the length and width in inches on that particular setup? I just wanted to know to see if it would fit on my desk

[@digitaldjtips]

Sorry not off hand!

[@SickAsItGets]

There’s no link button ; so how do you load songs up on both sides with the one usb? Is the source button the new link?

[@ciprianvo]

Thank you 🫶🏻

[@digitaldjtips]

you're welcome

[@bobbynastro]

Hi Phil! This is awesome as always thanks a ton. Do you have a link to the particular ethernet adapter you are using please? Thank you!

[@digitaldjtips]

No sorry, have had it for 10 years don’t think it’s made any more. This should work: www.amazon.com/Ethernet-Splitter-Optimization-Unmanaged-TL-SG105/dp/B00A128S24/ref=mp_s_a_1_4

[@bobbynastro]

Thank you!!

[@NunyaBeez12345]

thank you

[@shubhampawar2480]

Thanks a ton!

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome

[@shubhampawar2480]

@@digitaldjtips please make a similar video on DJM-900NXS2 too!

[@jesslucio3104]

Hi Phil, if you were to guess, when do you think Pioneer dj will release an updated mixer to go with these cdj3000s? Would you say that the V10 is it? Or with there maybe be a djm900nxs3/djm1000mk_ ?

[@digitaldjtips]

V10 definitely isn’t it. I’d say it’s definitely coming. No idea when especially in these times.

[@anto.kurnia]

I used cdj 2000 nexus before, and its complatible with rekordbox 5, can i keep using all my song that already analyzed with rekordbox 5 in cdj 3000? Or i have to reanalyzed all my song with rekordbox 6?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, you need to follow a procedure because rb6 uses a new database but the software will talk you through it

[@anto.kurnia]

@@digitaldjtips thanx for the reply

[@magicsounds1]

Can anyone help how to change the background color for the usb port by default it's not letting me do you need rekordbox installed to do this or is it in the setting

[@digitaldjtips]

Think you need to do it via RB software

[@jasoncruz9508]

How do you connect your cellphone to it?