Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3 Review - Have They Done Enough?

[@justinv1209]

i literally bought a prime 2 yesterday and was sad i was too hasty but after you explained the features of the rx3. im happy i went with denon, so far ahead

[@digitaldjtips]

Yeah the Prime 2 is a great option :)

[@manny_f]

Don't regret it man. As usual, Pioneer have deliberately left out many obvious features just so that they get you to buy the XDJ-RX4 when it comes out, and that will also omit many features.

[@justinv1209]

@@manny_f in hindsight pioneer is pretty much like apple and denon is samsung, you'll buy apple (pioneer) just because its apple (pioneer)even though you know the tech is behind. im glad i made the switch over to the prime 2. beautiful piece of dj gear.

[@MrAli171]

Back in the day I had pioneer cdjs,life happened so sold them now old 😂 bought a prime 4 six months ago best thing since sliced bread imho 😍

[@EDGE_33]

@@justinv1209 That's a terrible analogy.

[@djdashdfw]

At this price range it should have come with 4 channels. Seems like lately Pioneer has been 2 steps behind Denon's innovative cobtrollers and features.

[@digitaldjtips]

Dual deck would certainly have been welcomed

[@bm373]

Yup, absolute deal breaker.

[@miked3485]

deal breaker for me two

[@jamesLG1]

yep

[@MrOldSkoolMan]

@@digitaldjtips Not sure that would add any value! Who uses 4 decks with just 2 channels - in all honesty? I'd say very few. Dual layer is perfect with 4 channels but not on this device.

[@DjThyaz]

Bought a Denon prime 4 last year, and I'm going to sell it again. Bought this beauty today. I'm a club dj for 10 years now, and I'm used to work with Pioneer. Thought that I could use to work with Denon too, but I can't. Yes the key shift function is great. Yes the 4 channel stand-alone is great. Yes streaming is great (but I simply don't use it). But still, if I have to perform live for a big amount of people, I'm just more comfortable with something like this tbh. In my opinion, the Denon prime 4 is magnificent if you only use the Denon prime 4. In my case, if you use Denon at home and Pioneer in the clubs, your reference will always go to pioneer. I just want to practice my skills and creativity at home on the same type of products as in the clubs. And for that, the RX3 is a brilliant unit

[@digitaldjtips]

Some fair comments there. We think the Denon gear is especially suited to mobile and event DJs who don't care about club gear and appreciate the features it brings.

[@MrBwench]

Could’ve saved paragraphs by just saying you prefer Pioneer because ‘club standard’ 😅

[@monowaverecords]

If you can DJ, you can work with both Pioneer or Denon without any issues. Denon reads Rekordbox USB sticks as well. The difference is so little these days. The new generation kids won’t have these problems at all, most of them are born in a digital world and are tech savvy nowadays. ‘who don’t care about club gear’. Mate, it’s 99% the same except for the menu’s which takes 15 minutes to master. We run on both Pioneer and Denon gear without any hassle at all.

[@dj-peterofficial2753]

@@monowaverecords Ok, let's give James Hype a Prime 4 on his next gig, or a full Denon 4 player setup and watch him happily play on that... because I consider him a bloody good DJ and he is pretty tech savvy too, so it shouldn't cause him any trouble at all. But you will have to tell him how to connect the sampler to sync up with the rest of the gear. BUT, as I disagree with everything you said, I do suspect James would laugh his ass off as if it was a joke, and then you tell him what you wrote here... I would've loved to see that happen. Just because every DJ isn't famous it doesn't mean that 1000's of hours on one system easily translates over to another similar system, and certainly not when there's key differences between the systems. Engine are supposed to read Rekordbox USB's, but I have tried several times on Denon gear and on my Numark Mixstream Pro, and I still have never seen it work. Once I could see the files, but no playlists and browsing a collection of 19 000 tracks is not really a solution. I've had my Numark at home for 18 months and however fun it is to play with, it's still not an option to bring to a gig. I still wait for a CDJ mode to appear as that is what I use since I first used the Denon dual player back in 1993 and has been a key part of everything I do on the decks ever since. Still on all Pioneer gear, gone on Denon/Numark with engine. Another problem is timing as you have to hit the buttons 3 times harder on Denon/Numark. That little push that's enough on Pioneer gear since 2001 is what I use to time the start and that is a miss on my Numark too often. I don't like hitting buttons with force as they tend to brake sooner rather than later when you do. This doesn't mean I couldn't play one Engine if I absolutely had to, but it certainly wouldn't be to play at the best of my ability. I would rather use a couple of my CDJ-1000's and a bunch of CD's as I really don't need to see what I play when I mix by ear. About your tech savvy next gen DJ's... I've had a couple of panic calls from them when they come to a club where there's still first gen CDJ-2000's they are expected to perform on, and the first question always is '' where are the moving wave forms?'' then comes ''How can I use the full screen to see the track names?'' and finally they can't see the minute marker or beat grids, or find the sync... And when they realize non of this is available, and that there are only 3 hot cues which you have to load before using, tech savvy is not the word I would use... But good for you that you can master several different DJ systems and perform at 99%, because I can't, and probably neither could James Hype, not even after 15 minutes to master the menus.

[@TheDjJimmyG]

I feel that if it going to be called as a standalone unit! Imo it should have options that help benefit the dj. This doesnt cut it at all. No wifi, the screen looks outdated already denons look like there in 4k. To some this may fill in a blank in alot of ways but alot of people are wanting connectivity options and that should be at the forefront of any new poineer dj gear by now. I feel like its just another let down. They took a leap from the rx2 yes but not a big enough leap to catch denons engine series imo.

[@digitaldjtips]

To be fair, the way the library works has been vastly improved, it's very similar to the flagship CDJ-3000s. That's definitely a benefit to DJs...

[@LyK0sa]

I'm sure it's a solid bit of kit, I know my RX2 is. Worth the upgrade though? Probably not. Honestly this is as much as I'd expected, the CDJ 3000 wasn't exactly a revolutionary leap forward, and there's no way pioneer are going to outdo their flagship with entry level kit. Going by their track record we've probably got 3 years until the 3000 gets a nexus refresh, so what you see now is as good as you'll get from pioneer until then. The only thing that could change that is if denon suddenly gains a lot of traction in the pro industry, which would force pioneer to actually try to compete.

[@rajchoudhury5130]

If you want connectivity get yourself some 1210s

[@slemaster11]

Everyone complaining about 4 channel or wifi streaming music. No one noticed that it can play Flac, WAV, AIFF in standalone. Thats the big upgrade from the rx2

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for pointing that out Sean.

[@EuroNation]

LMAO

[@MrOldSkoolMan]

Looks well built but I still prefer my P4. I'm no Carl Cox (for sure!) but I often play 3 decks with the 4th being used to line up the next track. All I know is that I can never go back to 2 channels. Denon all the way. Much more features & streets ahead.

[@digitaldjtips]

Fair enough

[@TarkaLumaOne]

I pre-ordered mine, upgrading from RX2. After this review, I'm happy I did. Thanks for the in depth review.

[@digitaldjtips]

No problem

[@marcuswjacobs]

I wish pioneerdj made a new xdj xz with the cdj 3000 jogwheels and fully 4 channel standalone 🤷‍♂️ (Love the review btw!)

[@digitaldjtips]

May well happen!

[@allanmurray4156]

As a lifelong Pioneer DJ, this unit would of been great in the pre-streaming era, but times have moved on and Pioneer DJ’s standalone gear, whether that be there all in one systems or modular ones have fell behind by a considerable level, While I’m a big fan of there DJ controllers ,especially DDJ 400 which in my opinion is good enough to play on to get familiar with the pioneer nexus layout etc: Need better sound quality add a separate audio interface for balanced outputs or even move up to the DDJ 800. To me the XDJ-RX3 doesn’t tick all the boxes for djing in 2021 and beyond. The lack of wifi, ethernet and streaming capabilities really mark this unit down. If I were to rate it, I would give it a 5 out of 10.

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Allan

[@martinandersson9712]

lack of Wifi? Well if you want or need all that, buy 3000 and V10 then! Perfect for streaming. and if your up to it, buy FOUR! Most people are just lazy! Djn in 2021? Du there is still a pandemic going on. The only thing people do now is wanking in their man-caves, studios or streaming corners! That is not dj'n for sure!

[@iDrumGod]

@@bizzclub8622 literally. Who the FUCK streams music? From what I’ve heard it’s terrible because of latency and buffering. You need a constant amazing internet connection to stream. What festivals and clubs have in-house free, high-speed internet..?

[@markie1014]

@@iDrumGod beatport link etc doesn’t work like that. You don’t stream the music you select a track and it downloads the whole thing to the player. No buffering or latency.

[@wez130]

@@iDrumGod Exactly, from what you've heard! Obviously you haven't tried it then! Denon will download and analyze a track in about 20 seconds as long as you have a decent internet connection. OYou don't need to use tidal or beatport, but it is handy for requests that you may not have. This is perfect for weddings etc (yes, believe it or not, there is more than one kind of DJ ;) ). If you're doing a set at a festival or a club, obviously you're going to have your music on a USB stick. This RX3 is pretty diabolical, and just proves that Pioneer has lost its way. Denon have smashed it and futureproofed themselves and even after 4 years, Pioneer have not come up with an answer to the Prime series. More and more people are jumping ship now, just look at the Denon pages on facebook and it's hilarious how many people are joining to say they have switched from Pioneer to Denon on a daily basis! And to be honest, i'm not surprised. I would never consider Pioneer in the current market, it's obsolete, including this effort of a controller!

[@LegendaryMaoMao20]

After watching this again 4 months later, I just realized that it's almost perfect, I think they need to add the ethernet port for Pro-DJ Link, the Key Sync feature and the frequency FXs buttons at least in the form of software buttons in the touchscreen, nonetheless I think it's perfect for anyone who's using Pioneer DJ gear :)

[@digitaldjtips]

Agreed, apart from (for us) key sync, it's got all you'd expect nowadays at this price point.

[@BlueHawk80]

*Too many things missing* 😓 - Dedicated Beatjump buttons (instead of track search) - A modern loop control section (its simply archaic) - Censor button with Reverse as shift - Pitch slider with zero LED instead of center click - Pitch slider with 0.01% resolution at +/-4% - Better looking waveforms and GUI - Proper touchscreen (its totally inconsistent) - Aux EQ (single knob would be sufficient) - Midi/Link/DMX/Ableton... all missing - Full track buffering - Key Shift / Sync - Analyzing tracks on the fly - Streaming / WIFI - An SD slot. Seriosuly, why only USB? - Price should be $1600 instead of $2000 Hard pass. I stick with my Prime 4.

[@digitaldjtips]

Actually, I forgot to mention the lack of an SD card slot - not a biggie but personally, I missed it (actually had to go and buy a USB drive for the review as ours has, erm, disappeared...)

[@m-stat9]

@@digitaldjtips yeah same, I am always nervous about those USB sticks being located at such an open-spaced 'vulnerable' position. Having a SD slot is soooo convenient :s

[@VictorKibalchich]

it has beatjump buttons

[@TranceCore3]

Touch screen sucks, but I don't like touch screens regardless of how good they are anyway, the hardware buttons are more than acceptable.

[@arthureschner9319]

Blackhawk - I guess theoretically 2 layers of beatjump pads isn't the same as a 2 hard plastic buttons ;)

[@alderaanic1042]

I've had my Pioneer XDJ RX3 for a couple of weeks now it was a big step up from a DDJ SB3 but ive quickly learned my way around it and it works great with Serato Pro, i decided against using Rekordbox as i was used to Serato. Having a few problems creating playlists but i think thats Serato so i may give Rekordbox a try. As for the XDJ RX3 i couldn't be happier although i do think it was a bit overpriced.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you're enjoying it

[@tricky4amit]

Denon DJ - it’s almost 2022, let’s get multi core processor Pioneer DJ:- oh shit, thought we’re still in 2012

[@simonshields2525]

Still no music streaming from beatport etc……………wake up Pioneer

[@bigdaz7272]

@@simonshields2525 Can't even analyse tracks on the USB even either. Should really be releasing Gear at this price point where you can connect your Mobile device/or slot in a MicroSD to it and drag music right into it to be analysed, played and added to its internal storage or attached USB ect.

[@simonshields2525]

I switched to Denon after they released the sc5000 players, had the cdj 2000s before, like anyone i was a bit sceptical about jumping over as i had never liked the Denon gear previously but so glad i did. Iv been nothing but impressed with the huge leaps Denon have made. Iv had the sc5000s, sc5000ms, sc6000s and now have the sc6000ms and the Denon Go for gigging. Iv been streaming all my music from Beatport and Tidal for the last year or so and love it. Iv tried to push all my dj friends into the Denon eco system but still they stick with outdated hardware. With each ‘new’ release, Pioneer are surely losing sections of their fanbase? The cdj 3000 should have been a massive statement from them, it was far from it. It will be interesting to see how things go from here, it will be another few years before Pioneer release another flagship player and all in one unit, they are already way behind, Denon seem to listen to what people want and continue to improve their hardware…………………….its a good time for dj tech nerds like me 😬😬

[@indegruv]

Yeah I'm sure that's what is holding u back.

[@simonshields2525]

@@indegruv what is holding who back?

[@P8TOHIMSELF]

This will most likely be my next buy ! Thank you for the video

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome Patrice.

[@herritymusick1758]

I bought a used RX2 from Guitar Center in January of this year. It’s in excellent condition and I absolutely love it! I am glad to see that, all in all, I am in no immediate need to upgrade. I love that the RX3 has gated hot cues now, and the big screen is amazing. I think I will wait to see what the XZ line’s new system is like, whenever they drop it. I imagine the XZ will have Key Sync and such features that make it more similar to the CDJ-3000. I also like that the XZ gives you the option to have a 3rd and 4th deck, although I usually just use two decks, so I never feel limited on my current setup. Thanks for the thorough and honest review!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for weighing in on this one! Enjoy the RX2, still a great bit of kit

[@martinandersson9712]

The main difference between RX2 and RX3 besides newer features, 1. RX3 and 3000 will be pushed back regarding deliveries to the semi conductor shortage, maybe if your lucky you get a set in februari / march, maybe later. 2. RX2 are built like a tank, RX3 not so much! Just watch *SUAT* if you do not believe me!

[@foodstampz]

any idea of a release date for xz series ?

[@aeroxmaniac]

@@foodstampz I have been wondering the same thing, this one is gonna be good!

[@mjtimo9117]

Really struggling to see why you'd buy this over a prime 4. In much the same price range but Prime 4 seems to give you so much more for your money. Having said that, never actually used any Denon DJ gear so don't know what it's like to live with.

[@shadie2k]

because pioneer Is "Club sTaNdARd" 🙄

[@digitaldjtips]

Brand loyalty is a powerful thing, plus as much as people will deride the idea of a club standard for many DJs the idea that all the gear they use has the same ecosystem and very similar layout is appreciated

[@mjtimo9117]

@@digitaldjtips brand loyalty only works as long as the brand continues to bring out new gear to get customers excited. No way of connecting this unit to anything else they make, no internet, not sure if it has on board track analysis? USB only, no lighting control, only 2 channel, terrible looking wave forms. It all feels very lazy and almost cash grabby, which if rumours are to be believed it probably is.

[@brandonmartin9895]

Pioneer has made an ecosystem that makes everything easy to play on if you are in it. My home/main setup is a ddj 1000. At bigger shows it's just easy to take a playlist from the software I've already been using put it on a USB and play on cdjs. When I used other software for my main setup when it was time to play on cdjs there was a whole extra step of having to re organize my files for rekordbox to play on cdjs which sometimes added a whole extra hour to my music prep. At this point in my career I don't see me using anything other than pioneer, because it just fits my work flow..

[@brandonmartin9895]

@@djstucgood for you if you juggle 3 software programs. For me it was a major time saver when I went to rekordbox in my home setup. Idk if I'd buy an rx3 since my ddj 1000 still works and fills my needs, but if I was looking for something else it would probably still be a rekordbox unit, because of my workflow.

[@djductape]

Not one club in my capital city has house DJ gear anymore. This stopped in 2010 ish when controllers became mainstream. Instead, spin on what you like - Don't worry about what everyone else is doing.

[@digitaldjtips]

good point! It seems to be the trend for many.

[@MrBwench]

Amen 🙌🏾

[@zmimgo]

Already have a DDJ-1000 and always wanted something standalone - not because it’s better but because standalone always has had a soft spot in my heart. I really want it, but it probably would be more fun to try DIY one.

[@digitaldjtips]

When the time comes to upgrade it'll be worth a look

[@tebrown3]

Remember its November, still waiting for NAMM 2022.

[@klausmogensen8691]

So not groundbreaking... I'm thinking: In a world with current shortage of anything with microchips in it: Shouldn't Pioneer simply have released a new firmware update to the RX2 with most of the new stuff in it? Wouldn't that have been better for everyone? - except maybe the Pioneer shareholders

[@arthurdaley6456]

This would have been in the pipeline two or more yes s ago. They don't just think them up a week before release! After spending all that money on development, tooling, software etc, they aren't going to shelve it and release a firmware instead!

[@digitaldjtips]

What Arthur said, plus the screen definitely needed an upgrade

[@klausmogensen8691]

@@djstuc I assume most only watch one video :)

[@maus3454]

The NXP/FreeScale iMX CPU (or actually its a MPU) in the RX2 is not powerfull enough to cope with these new requirements

[@TranceCore3]

No one is holding a gun to your head telling you to buy gear. You just had Gear acquisition syndrome, and are mad because you know you don't need the gear, so you decide to hate on it anyway.

[@kylenguyen1813]

I just bought this board 2 days ago it was expensive but so far I like it.

[@digitaldjtips]

Have fun!

[@DjTecniq]

The release fx on the pad modes are so convenient. No more switching the fx knob for each channel brilliant. imo it is a step up from my SRT. The mechanical jogs are not great for scratching esp if you are not heavy handed, secondly i never use more than 2 channels, third I’ve always wanted a 2 ch standalone for Serato and it’s finally here. The smaller jogs are what keeps this so compact and portable so this may take awhile to adjust from the reg sized jogs. Touch capacitive jogs are much better for scratching. I came from vinyl so I’m just naturally light handed. It is pricey but for a 2 ch standalone w/Serato it’s what I want.

[@digitaldjtips]

Nice one, sounds like it'd work great for you!

[@michagorecki8893]

In a year everyone will have and love RX3. The question is RX3 or XZ for a first gear? Mostly home usage and house parties. (and I'm not interested in Denon)

[@digitaldjtips]

I don't think they will to be honest, but Pioneer will certainly shift quite a few to those who it is actually aimed at

[@alderaanic1042]

Ive just ordered a XDJ RX3. Huge step up from my Pioneer DDJ SB3. Looks pretty complicated. Do you need Rekordbox or Serato DJ Pro ? Im pretty familiar with Serato but have never used Rekordbox.

[@21zolex]

Needed an upgrade from the old XDJ-RX (1) so i'm ok with this one. Delivery times for the XZ are 6 months from now. So they had to do something.

[@digitaldjtips]

Hope you enjoy it Christophe!

[@SaMinutBandDJsEvents]

Thanks for the tutorial do you know if this model has PRO DJ LINK BRIDGE function? I'm trying to sync with Resolume Arena but I can't

[@digitaldjtips]

No way that I know of

[@manny_f]

Regarding the XDJ-XZ2, whenever it comes out, it really isn't a question of 'when', but a question of 'what' features they will choose to leave out.

[@FlyLikeAirplaneKnows]

honestly, knowing Pioneer, they’d probably only upgrade the screen and interface to CDJ-3000 level. perhaps also give the xz2 the 3000’s jogwheels

[@digitaldjtips]

We will have to wait and see

[@Mikey5-O]

Phil, great informative video as always! Just curious of your preference for a mobile DJ.. This or the FLX10? I know that they are two different controllers. One with a screen and one without. I was just curious on your thoughts. Cheers.

[@digitaldjtips]

It's more about whether you want to take a laptop with you or not

[@gwht1974]

Whats it like when using it with Serato?? Any pros/cons... can you still save cue points and use the USB inputs as well?

[@digitaldjtips]

It is not officially working with Serato yet, we'll probably review it once it is.

[@mcpeko]

Surprising. And interesting. Key sync is a thing around town you say? I kinda hadn't really though of that. Amazing. And triplets! And Fatboy button! Wooow. Great video as always! 👊

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you enjoyed the vid. As I said I think in the vid (I definitely did in thew written review), not everyone uses key shift. But for those who do, this is not a good choice.

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for watching :)

[@luigiborza8431]

I've been looking to upgrade, really wanted xdj-rx2, but was told it was discontinued, was told my local music shop could get this one, I've been using cmx-3000 for 15yrs lol, this controller looks really nice

[@digitaldjtips]

Good choice!

[@Muk9-v54]

Shall I get this or the alphatheta duo?

[@shauncarney9351]

Do the effects on the mixer work when a turntable is plugged in and filter effects ?

[@DannyLoops]

Xone+Traktor the best setup for me

[@digitaldjtips]

Fair enough :)

[@dangrooves]

When using the phono inputs can you use the colour fx and beat fx? Thanks

[@pierrefitch]

Question is it possible to connect this to my Akai MPC one ?

[@DCVibeEntertainment]

hello Phil, does it come with SERATO DJ PRO? or i have to buy the software seperate?

[@digitaldjtips]

You would have to buy Serato DJ Pro separately.

[@lovedrumandbass]

I`ve had the rx3 for a little over a year . I use it for mobile work, but can`t get pass the fact that there is no lo cut echo. It`s the one fx i use the most, now i`m thing of selling it and sticking with the 1000 and laptop.

[@digitaldjtips]

The problem with these standalones is that unlike software, you are stuck with what you get. Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@jahzen7]

Love to see the XZ with that screen

[@digitaldjtips]

Surely it must be coming...

[@adicbn]

They should’ve used big size jog wheels for this controller, it looks ridiculous with that huge screen

[@digitaldjtips]

Maybe!

[@hardkore360]

Whoa whoa whoa hold on not too fast! that's next year's model, come on we already know they have it ready in their planned schedule, it's Pioneer

[@martinandersson9712]

Then it would have been a ZX2

[@adicbn]

@@hardkore360 sure mate, we are gonna be 68 years old by the time they are gonna do a decent all-in-one controller

[@christophertai8307]

Hi phil, i'm considering offloading my XDJ-XZ for the RX3 due to larger screen, and smaller size, is this something you would recommend. Like love the xz jog wheels tho!!

[@digitaldjtips]

Do you use the pro Dj link or the extra channels? They’re the main things you’ll lose

[@TsZen876]

I'd love to see an affordable MIDI Battle Mixer from Pioneer A DJM S5 if you will, 4 pads on each side instead of 8 etc, etc for beginner scratch DJs, the S3 is basically a DJM 250 with a serato unlock.

[@digitaldjtips]

Nice idea

[@TsZen876]

@@digitaldjtips I hope some friends at pioneer are reading the comments 🤣🤣

[@oscarsuncin7932]

Amazing. Need more of these videos

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@stefanlukac6771]

At which pioneer will I feel a smaller difference when I come to a club where there are CDJ-3000 and DJM-900-NXS2? - RX3 Compact? Or XDJ-700 and DJM-450? What would you recommend? thanks 🔥

[@digitaldjtips]

I'd say RX3

[@levanabrzeni]

Is it me or Pioneer gear sound effects are much more professional than Denon? I mean, I’m a beginner but decided to purchase an advanced gear. My dealema is to choose between Prime4 and Ddj-rx3. I found some used devices for under 1500usd. I will practice at home and carry it with me at clubs too. Please tell me which one to buy. I am sitting and digging into these reviewes

[@digitaldjtips]

Pioneer’s effects are certainly very good and very well regarded

[@gordon2402]

Standalone after standalone and so on Never would buying one But im impressed Technology is rising 🕺🏻👍🏻🎶🎹 Im still a Fan of Modular controllers So i can switch my setup as i want to

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for watching Gordon!

[@whatsthatbud]

Was waiting for this for a good year. Why would I get this over a XZ now? No full size jog wheels a let down imo

[@digitaldjtips]

Faster, better screen.

[@LyK0sa]

Do you own turntables and do multi deck mixes combining vinyl and digital? If not there's no sensible reason to spend more money on the XZ. I mean, there's the jogs, and that's it really. At least they added tension adjust finally, that's one thing I really dislike about my RX2 jogs.

[@jasonparker1454]

@@digitaldjtips larger screen - not better to be correct. ;)

[@djphilter]

Is there anyway to change the key of a track manually at least? Through Rekordbox and Serato DJ Pro?

[@digitaldjtips]

If you're using DJ software and therefore using this unit as a controller, yes, both software packages you mention let you do that.

[@djphilter]

@@digitaldjtips Thank you!

[@TheAffe06]

Thank you very much for the very good review! - Do you think they will deliver an update for the key-shift function?

[@digitaldjtips]

No, because I don’t believe the unit is capable of it

[@Jharries1971]

Hi, can I ask? In your opinion what is the best standalone controller on the market? And viable to use comfortably without a laptop?

[@digitaldjtips]

This is the most popular, technically though, the Denon DJ Prime 4 can do more.

[@manny_f]

Great walkthrough Phil

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks Scot t.

[@lowreslawry7395]

That audition function is something I definitely wanted on the rx2. Also, I wonder how visible that screen is dj-ing outside in the sun? I love my rx2 and have been waiting for an upgrade for a while. Anyone know if this will allow you use USBs with music that has been exported on RB5 or is it just RB6?

[@digitaldjtips]

Pretty sure it will, yes.

[@bryanjonathanentertainment2524]

Same brightness as the CDJ-3000 which is used outside. Also, you need RB6 to get the 3-band waveform.

[@louisllewellyn7948]

Started djing in lockdown on a ddj400, now playing housies and local clubs almost weekly. Was just about to buy a DDJ-1000 as an upgrade, but now since this has released, really not sure if it is worth the extra money??

[@poons1955]

I'd go with the DDJ-1000 still tbh

[@bigdaz7272]

If you already have a decent-ish Laptop the 1000 still the better option imho, even if you don't have Laptop you could buy the 1000+Laptop for price and have way more functionality.

[@louisllewellyn7948]

@@bigdaz7272 my MacBook Pro is more than ample

[@bigdaz7272]

@@louisllewellyn7948 If your sticking with Rekordbox then i would add a 1000 instead over this. If you might be up for switching platform look at Denon Primes or Rane One. Waiting is always an option if your the patience type, no doubt they release 1000 mk2 & XDJ-XZ mk2 next year, though the latter knowing Pioneer will be getting on for 3K LOL

[@digitaldjtips]

The DDJ-1000 is an excellent choice

[@anthonyiacovangelo8016]

Great review

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks!

[@merzhyzhyzhy]

Question: How to use sync button on Pioneer DJ rx3 standalone controller when one track is 70 bpm and the other track is 140 bpm? It sounds weird when a 70 bpm track is synced to 140 bpm or the other way around. When I use Serato on a laptop, it will automatically sync them as 70 and 140 respectively, but I am not able to do the same using the sync button on the hardware.

[@digitaldjtips]

Maybe just do it manually.

[@quinnla]

Hey Phil, how can you add independent sampler loops to the RX3?

[@digitaldjtips]

It does not have a sampler, you could plug one in via the Aux though.

[@DjBoothyTV]

Thanks for the video. Do you think we'll see an update of the XZ anytime soon?

[@digitaldjtips]

No word on that

[@TRANCEFARMERS]

WHAT GOES BETTER THAT ONE XDJ-RX3??? 2 XDJ RX3'S THANK YOU 🙏 I'm Glad I didn't get the BIGGER NEWER ONE (ONES); Watching the Tutorial of 'OPUS'??? Has a CPU Computer inside; Then I started thinking 🤔 I Thought 'PIONEER' Mixers were ANALOG 😂; Still AMAZING QUALITY 👍 I connected TECHNICS 1200'S, To DJM 400 (FITS IN DUAL TUNTABLE CASE), and then to and ALLEN & HEATH MIXER; 🤩; PIONEER FX with 'MULTIPLE ANALOG FILTERS??? You can connect 2 XDJ RX3'S to 2 line Channels of an ALLEN MIXER & 2 Turntables to the PHONO CHANNELS 'You need 4 DECKS For a FOUR CHANNEL 'ALL-IN-ONE' MIXER; However; CDJ-7000'S used at EVENTS on an ALLEN & HEATH MIXER;??? YOU NEED 'PIONEER FX'; and the XDJ-RX3 can play (2) FX Simultaneously; LEFT (More FILTER-LIKE EFFECTS), RIGHT (LIKE THE CLASSIC DJM'S) * with MORE FX ❤ PIONEER

[@ahamdatawneh]

Interested on your thoughts on how this compares to ZX. Mayve better jog wheels there?

[@digitaldjtips]

So long since we've played with a ZX that I'm not sure, to be honest.

[@richardwood4486]

do you Buy this or wait for the big boy XZ2 with that screen…..🤔 it can’t be far behind it, but i think i’ll get this and trade it in for it’s older brother when it comes out 👌🏻 let’s hope the waiting list isn’t ridiculous

[@digitaldjtips]

We say always buy what you want when you want, never really worth waiting.

[@nicko401]

Hey there In your opinion, this or the prime 4?

[@digitaldjtips]

It depends... you can't just choose one over the other.

[@Joe-uh6hd]

I need help I’m getting confused what cables I need, Can I use a the booth input with a TRS cable for my monitors???

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, the booth output is TRS.

[@JayCeaupes]

10:36 Eddie C - High On Love

[@falcon81701]

This or DDJ800?. I already own a 2014 MBP but stand alone is kinda nice to have.

[@digitaldjtips]

This then!

[@peteroates8541]

Hey Phil, great vid as always. I wondered if you could confirm if the phono preamps are better quality than the usual "lower" quality Pioneer still in their controllers. Am still looking at moving into digital, is it worth switching this out with my DJM 750 to still spin vinyl at my gigs but have option for digital in the same set up? Thanks in advance bud. Peter

[@digitaldjtips]

We haven't had time to test them yet, sorry Peter!

[@DjJohn.C]

Just a knock off of the Denon DJ series @Digital DJ Tips good point. I guess I feel that denon don't get as much exposure as Pioneer. All DJ Gear has a place in the eco system

[@digitaldjtips]

Why do you think that? This is the RX3, there was an RX2 and an RX before it, long before the Prime devices.

[@DjJohn.C]

@@digitaldjtips good point. I guess I feel that denon don't get as much exposure as Pioneer. All DJ Gear has a place in the eco system

[@radder9372]

Hello! Is this unit 127v/220v? Here in my city in Brasil we use 220V in our voltage system!

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes we use the same here in Europe

[@djjamessilk]

The best thing about this is that it will probably lower the second hand market price of an original Xdj-rx, which is pretty much the same thing.

[@digitaldjtips]

I don't think anything is particularly cheap on the secondhand market at the moment thanks for the current gear shortage

[@evanfxx]

Hello i want to help me to choose between xdj rx3 and xdi xz which is the better ? now i play with cd 350 pioneer and one mixer reloop(black fire) can you tell me which i the best for me thank you

[@digitaldjtips]

Probably the RX3

[@darrinlong8038]

what happened to the global dj network face book group? cant find it anymore.

[@digitaldjtips]

Nothing, it's still there: djtips.co/family - I see we declined your membership request yesterday, please try again and ensure to answer all security questions

[@ahmetsukruulucay6690]

THANK YOU SO MUCH MASTER FOR THE İNFORMATİON VİDEO WELL DONE

[@dinopaggioff7438]

Good evening. I have a doubt. I would like to know if you suggest pioneer xdi-xz or xdi-rx3. I use only two channels but sometimes I use a third channel to attach another source (for example a PC when someone ask me a special song). But I can do this also with only two channel... and for this reason, which console do you suggest? XZ or RX3?

[@digitaldjtips]

There is an Aux on this unit so you could plug your third source in to that.

[@dinopaggioff7438]

Yes, but Which console it is more convenient to buy?

[@LyK0sa]

@@dinopaggioff7438 RX3 is smaller, lighter, cheaper, and has a better screen and menu. Unless you're dead set on running a pair of turntables and don't like the idea of flicking an input switch, you'd be a fool to buy the XZ.

[@David-tb9nz]

I own the DDJ-1000, is the RX3 a upgrade?

[@digitaldjtips]

It's a different kind of device, because it is "standalone".

[@hardkore360]

2 channels ONLY? Denon Prime 4 is still ahead, with a capacitive touch screen, and much more features.

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, like the RX1 and RX2...

[@jasonparker1454]

@@digitaldjtips ...but with the price of the prime 4

[@gazog1]

Can you plug speakers into the back of this. ?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes of course 😀

[@markyruss]

I have the zx... Will they update our screens !!! The functions are so much better ! I want to be able to use filter sounds separate on each chan do you know how ?

[@digitaldjtips]

Maybe… we really don’t know though.

[@markyruss]

@@digitaldjtips I want to be able to have a filter on each Chanel as some times I want to use two types of filter layer ...?

[@garrapato]

He mentioned that it dis not supported DVS... is there any standalone system where you can plug turntables to and play the digital files a la DVS?

[@digitaldjtips]

XDJ-XZ does it, but only with software, not in standalone mode.

[@garrapato]

@@digitaldjtips I hope to see this at some point in the denons. It would be doable in theory in the prime4 as it has input entries. The SCs don't have inputs, unfortunately. But imagine that that complementary controller that they released to control the second layer of the SCs is a turntable instead of a jog wheel...

[@DocFUNKist]

Honestly, this feels like an RX2 + Bigger screen and colored waves... that's it.

[@digitaldjtips]

Better FX. Some nice usability tweaks. But you're right, no big leaps.

[@TranceCore3]

Nothing wrong with that. If you already have an RX2, why would you buy this, unless you were upgrading? "It's just an RX2 with stuff the RX2 doesnt have" Yeah, and so was the XZ, and plenty of people still bought it.

[@priyonjoni]

Faster load time, Link Cue, Playlist Bank and song categories.

[@DocFUNKist]

@@priyonjoni i would rather drawn than keep up with the pioneer fanboys… blimey, they are worst than Apple’s… at least apple put some serious things on the table.

[@arbenduci7507]

Can I plug my laptop into it and play rekordbox on performance mode?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes

[@1ststar164]

I’d love to have gate mode in RX2 rather only hot cue.

[@amantalas]

HI Phil, any news from Pioneer for a new controller in 2022.

[@digitaldjtips]

No we will let you know as and when we have such news!

[@amantalas]

@@digitaldjtips Thank you. For the moment I just receive yesterday my new XDJ XZ. The truth I would prefer it with a bigger screen. But it's a beauty.

[@jiggyman007]

Geddon Phil!!!! Bit off topic but anything from native instruments like this coming our way... Any rumors, as I love the software. Also heard Allen&Heath were doing something with them... Many regards

[@digitaldjtips]

They say they're working on new hardware

[@jiggyman007]

@@Back2TheOldSound Yeah I'd seen that but looking for more than just a paint job😂. Thanks for the reply

[@jiggyman007]

@@digitaldjtips Hopefully standalone... Gotta be. Love the s4mk3 but as soon as they get rid of the laptop where if we're honest is where they get the worse press for reliability issues come from they're on to a winner... Hope you're well Phil and thank you for the reply 🤙🎤🎧🎚️📲🔊🤘

[@djbobrokk723]

I'm backed on djing it was longtime (after I started in 80's on turntables) in 2017 with RX2, and I've say (again) this is the best device to djing 'digital'.. RX3 is a (more) brilliant piece of kit, it has everything we need to start a party and have fun (us and people).. I've pair of CDJ2000NXS2, but I love this and I'd buy just to have best trade off quality/fun/portability.. appplause to Pioneer!

[@digitaldjtips]

Looks like they did everything right in your book, Bob!

[@djbobrokk723]

@@digitaldjtips yes.. RX2 was already fine, but more FXs, bigger screen and Cue LINK are very welcome addings.. I think it's the best device to 'bring&play', with Pioneer quality (no Denon hate, but I'm still convinced Pioneer is more reliable)..

[@Madness915eptx]

What’s the USB GIG MAX?

[@Jlangs]

So it doesn't have a key sync feature, but does it have bpm sync?

[@digitaldjtips]

It has key sync but not key shift

[@L-ZettO]

Also almost years later the release of the denon sc6000 or the other denon stuff... pioneer is not able to put something similar on the market. I prefer denon... everything is top notch with way less compromises... and I have to spend less money to get more.

[@digitaldjtips]

Well thankfully you have the choice :)

[@Iminvisiblee]

Is the size of the jog wheel is same as in ddj 1000?

[@digitaldjtips]

No, smaller.

[@FunctionGermany]

(Edit below) Why do DJ gear journalists always say "competitors" or "other manufacturers"? It's obvious that they are talking about Denon DJ first and foremost, why not spell it out? It's not like DDJT had to sign a contract that allows them to express their own opinion in the review but *not* mention other brands... right? Edit: Nevermind, he briefly mentioned Denon and Engine near the end of the video.

[@digitaldjtips]

You're right, we have no affiliation with any of the DJ companies 😀

[@indegruv]

Bunch of baby brains who don't understand grown folks business

[@FunctionGermany]

@@indegruv Excuse me?

[@xcavata]

I own pioneer decks. I own demon prime gear. Yes, we all probably agree that the Prime 4 is better. However, what pioneer does well is sell comfort and quality. While they may not be absolutely groundbreaking in their tech, they sure know how to make good, quality, dependable gear for the professional market. The RX3 would feel at home for previous nxs3k and rx models.

[@digitaldjtips]

You've hit the nail on the head there XCAVATA, and it's something that feature comparisons don't show you.

[@lextr3110]

prime 4 does not sound as good as top pioneer gear.. even their headphones are not on par with pioneer

[@Andy19884666]

Have pioneer added the option to use streaming with this for the odd strange request you get as a function DJ I like the idea of this with the Denon prime 4 I have a pioneer DDj 1000 at the moment

[@digitaldjtips]

No, there are no streaming services built in.

[@Andy19884666]

@@digitaldjtips thanks for your reply have you any idea why pioneer haven't done.this the same as Denon

[@DjTonioRoffo]

Can you prelisten to tracks, without actually loading them on a deck?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes

[@aftermathprodGB]

Are you able to sort tracks by key?

[@0d985]

Xdj rx2 vs Xdj rx3 What do you want

[@digitaldjtips]

The RX3

[@trimworld3730]

Those jogs look like the 800's

[@digitaldjtips]

They do

[@mcpeko]

Shared and such. Very informative indeed. I'd love to see an in-depth comparison to the XZ.

[@digitaldjtips]

In short: XZ has inferior speed and screen, but has "pro" features like DVS, Pro Link. It's still the "pro" choice but strictly as a standalone unit, this one is much more fun to use.

[@mcpeko]

@@digitaldjtips Big thanks for detailed replies! :) Wow, I was certain I wanted the XZ, but now I'm also considering the RX3. It's a good thing. I currently have the way old R1.

[@MadelnMachines]

@@digitaldjtips Why is it more fun?

[@sunquestenergyhomesolution96]

@@digitaldjtips I feel way more comfortable lugging the RX3 around (especially on a plane) instead of the giant brick that is the XZ.

[@adamg6849]

#ask - do you think pioneer in the future can send a software update to add key sync or key shift or is this not possible? Seems like an easy patch???

[@digitaldjtips]

Don't think so, because I don't think the processor is powerful enough,.

[@DjTecniq]

Can the filter full kill?

[@MichieldeBink]

Reliability of the Pioneer eco system seems a bit out of the window at the moment; latest firmware bricked the CDJ-3000's a couple of weeks ago and Pioneer has not done something about that / reversed to former firmware.

[@digitaldjtips]

Tell us more…

[@MichieldeBink]

@@digitaldjtips firmware 1.21 was released on 12 oktober and brought Serato HID support. But caused mayhem for linked CDJ-3000 players; it caused players to crash, bricked Pro Link and caused RekordBox to crash in export mode ( I even had to reset my router to factory defaults). Pioneer acknowledged the problem, but has not taken the flakey firmware offline / did not offer the possibility to download former firmware (only via a link in a discussion on their forum, or kind strangers on Reddit, people were able to revert to 1.11) What really surprised me was that this is almost a month ago. Denon is more advanced and cheaper, Pioneer was always club standard and reliable. A bit of a waste really, such a nice company and amazing players

[@digitaldjtips]

Sorry you had to go through that experience!

[@Jhizzle473]

Is it battery like the prime go?

[@digitaldjtips]

No.

[@ilcojansen4807]

are you able to change the track order in your playlist on the screen? Or do you have to go to your laptop for that also?

[@marcellosavoldellincmusic8392]

Looking real nice

[@digitaldjtips]

Agreed :)