Review: Pioneer DJ XDJ-700

In this week’s episode of Tips & Tricks, DJcityTV’s Chris “Mojaxx” Brackley looks at Pioneer DJ’s new XDJ-700 player. The XDJ-700 is basically a more affordable and compact version of the XDJ-1000, Pioneer’s first player without a CD drive.
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[@richardwilliams1310]

for someone wanting Pioneer hardware running Rekordbox in standalone or controller mode, the Pioneer XDJ-700 with its good set of features, detailed touchscreen and overall compact size, this model is great value for money. Thanks again for the video Mojaxx.

[@simpsonman7]

the bottom of the cdjs and the mixer are aligned so perfectly its great aha

[@17madeit]

They are xdjs

[@c.j.murphy429]

I love my xdj700s! I mean, sure, they don't have every single thing that the regular size does, but they're sufficient. I love them because they're a great price considering how much quality CDJs usually are. I wanted to switch from controller to CDJs because I was ready to take that next step, and these definitely did the trick.

[@niallhealy2659]

Do you know if you can hide the bar count on them ? Above the wave forms ?

[@dcdriveinn]

Just locked down a pair of 700's today. Super stoked.

[@niallhealy2659]

Do you know if you can hide the bar count on them ? Above the wave forms ?

[@1pharaoh179]

I just ordered a set of these and I thought I made a mistake but I only use rekordbox and you’re review and the comments made me feel like I did make the correct decision 👍🏼🎶🎶🎧

[@mrsleepyshow]

yo this guy has great mixes on his youtube channel (his accent is so cool --- im in jersey where everyone "cool" sounds like a cop "eyyy its tommy!")

[@timwood8728]

Brilliant review Love my xdj 1000's If these are anything like then people will not be disappointed. Loved my 350's as well and these seem A similar size.

[@pomroyyy]

On my way to saving up for two of these!

[@le0016]

So what's the status right now? Did you get them? Just curious

[@pomroyyy]

@@le0016 yeah I did! ahah, had them for about 2 years now

[@le0016]

@@pomroyyy i will hopefully get them in 3-4 years

[@spvcethvg8462]

@@le0016 I have 1100 dollars, for Christmas might just ask for money. I know my grandma will just give me 300 dollars but my parents might just give me 100 each. That all together would still be able to buy 2 of these and a good mixer

[@bboymac84]

Yea mo, I soooo need that beatjump!!! I use it a lot at my gigs!

[@jelledelporte2065]

will there be a xdj 700 MK2

[@djcvmusic1]

lol DJM-750 mk2 ... its a trend the mk2 by now !

[@ithinkmynameismoo5e]

Can you do a review on the XDJ 1000 mk2?

[@RogerCimon]

Those external power supply, most of them, will make your pro audio amp humming - and you will also get static noise on primary channel - if they are plugged in an outlet that is on the same electrical line. Be aware of this!

[@HighWizardOfGaming]

i want to replace my old cdj-1000mk3s. would you rather recommend the xdj-700s or the xdj-1000s if i want to use them primarily at home, or at small private scale parties?

[@fouskalini]

Awesome content! Thank you Mojaxx!

[@1973djmarc]

mojaxx is the man....

[@tai7894]

i really want 2 of these with a mixer..... :(

[@Djtonydraper]

Thanks again for another great video & review. Best on the web by far. Keep em coming Mo.. :)

[@timwiedt]

I love these players. 1 USB stick and you are ready to rock.

[@househeadspeakz]

I've been watching your video for some time and enjoy how you thoughly review a product. I saw these used at an event and was impressed. I have an entry level controller but I seeking to up my game so I can easy play out. I've played with Nexus CDJs and XDJ 1000. Great system but too much 4 a wallet at this time. I was looking at DDJ 1000 controller and now researching these CDJs. I love the fact they use USB flash drive only. It will allow my to hone in my skills as a DJ and make a transition playing the club standard equipment. I will continue looking at both and come to a decision on which one fits me.

[@zed6and789]

Being almost nine years later, do you still think these a a good buy if I need a media player?

[@synapticflow]

Can 2 of these share and read from 1 flash drive?

[@stevenherrera222]

With Pro Dj Link

[@Worrelpa]

Good work as ever Chris honest and to the point. Loved the look and portability factor of these when I first saw them. Decent sized screen on them and link thought they looked like a bargain. The HID is rather disappointing, pioneer obviously will be in no rush to support Traktor and Serato given the release of Rekordbox. There is a hole in the market for some jog controllers for the new NI's S8 and S5 and decent ones with HID and usb backup would suit many. Makes the XDJ-100's look even more like a bargain. Missing beatjump :( I guess they had to cut back somewhere. Crazy when you think it has been in Traktor since almost forever and so useful for navigation at times. The XDJ-RX I think is quite suitable for mobile jocks wanting a non laptop solution. A bit bulky, but still looks the biz and does what it says on the tin. If they ever bring out a 4 channels version it will sell like hot cakes, but then again that would hit sales of top end CDJ's which is probably why we have not seen it yet.

[@bboymac84]

No beatjump!?? WTF!!!?

[@5miiks]

Hey man, I love your T shirt

[@deffdeepsmoke]

That T-Shirt is great! J Dilla 4 life!

[@ClectaSkiMusic]

good review...

[@tommybatt2119]

I’ve just started out, been using a Numark NVII controller to play about on , incredible piece of kit however looking to learn how to properly beat match and try not rely on software to do the job, want to start playing on CDJ’s, I understand the set up of these, are they still worth buying?

[@hot4futureyears2come]

Great review ,

[@richardwilliams1310]

Price point and compact size a pair of XDJ700 media players are good value or you could buy one Denon SC5000 or SC5000M for less money and it does more but is full sized. If you want to jump back and forth between Rekordbox and Serato, the Roland DJ707M and a pair of Pioneer XDJ700 would be an awesome small setup. Large setup a pair of Pioneer XDJ1000Mk2 and DJS1000 on one side and Denon SC5000 on the other side with a Denon or Reloop RP8000Mk2 turntable or Rane Twelve with the Denon X1800 as the mixer but that probably makes no sense, lol.

[@rememberthisnameslut]

Is there any way of getting 'instant doubles' with these? Ive switched from Traktor and a controller to a hardware setup with these, but I'm missing the instant doubles feature badly

[@piripiri995]

Fantastic review! This helps me a lot!

[@DJMOKAHEAVYNICEENT]

Tight product!

[@MrZEBRO85]

Hi, I have a problem with the sound in my Xone DB2 and 2x XDJ 700 set. The set can play really great, then I hear every detail, the bass is clear and I mix tracks without any problems. From time to time a problem occurs and the sound ceases to be so clear, then it is difficult to distinguish the bands by ear and mix the tracks well. I suspected a mixer, but it just came back from the service inspection and it's fine. Monitors are ok too because I've tried different ones. Is it possible for the xdj 700 to have such moods?

[@jpnumarkpimenta4638]

yes the laptop it cust a lot money..... and so to fix the laptop it make harder for the money...it is better to spend money dj tools not in the computer thank you for support

[@biker4681]

Hi, i'm just about to purchase some pioneer xdj700's. I've been hearing that serato dj will not work with these decks which has confused me. Surely if I use my rane sl2, I will be able to dj using these decks with the time code on a usb? Can you confirm this for me please?

[@munic7846]

Superb review.

[@DJCOOP1983]

when are you going to do a review on the pioneer ddj rx or rz ??

[@gczueri9728]

thanks for the review bro

[@johncitizen8828]

When I press Memory after I set a cue point, it flashes 'Memory' in red, with a USB logo - but when I return to the track later, the cur point is not there. Do you have to return the USB to the computer to actually WRITE the cue points to memory in Rekordbox? Or am I doing something wrong?

[@reyzuna]

what i like about Pioneer CDJs is their Jogwheels having a LCD rotating effect on its center and the size of the actual jogwheels, anything of its unit that has a different and no lcd screen on its center it's a no for me even it has a high tech screen scrolling on it. Just for me though..

[@paulv165]

Love your reviews!

[@mightymikerocks]

very cool!!!

[@ashleymcgovern5120]

Looking at a pair of these as I'm fed up of the CDJ 400s firmware not liking / working with large sized USB /solid state drives. I want the 0.02% pitch resolution ☑️ The usual pioneer work flow is a bonus but not a problem as I can adjust. I just want to be able to connect 1 large solid state drive to 1 deck & have it link to the other so both have access to all media. That's it. I do use the reverse function as effect, I see that's ommited from the 700 for only the 1000 models. But it's only occasionally & not a necessity. I do think a cd is needed for a live situation as certain different event types a christening or wedding etc people can bring something specific to play there & then (CDJ 2/3000). Not everyone buying is catering for club /edm. But, for your personal mixing & EDM it's largely MP3 or other extension type these days.

[@DarkSean]

Not sure if you’ve bought them yet, recently got a pair myself to replace some cheap Geminis and the 700’s are brilliant so far.

[@ashleymcgovern5120]

@@DarkSean the 700s were lacking the 'rev' button & a few things I use so, I added 2 cheap (not cheap but compared to top of the line Pioneer decks suppose they are) Gemini MDJ 900s myself for midi hid & a Pioneer DDJ FLX 6 for Rekordbox & Traktor Pro3. I was going for an DDJ 1000 but there's none new in the country till around November. I kept the CDJ 400s because they can also be used with Rekordbox. I could use 4 real-time decks without switching the button on the FLX 6 In conjunction with CDJ 400. & With the MDJ 900 in Traktor Pro3. Maybe I'll see later wether I go DDJ 1000 or XDJ 1000. Problem was the 700s while great & having a great new gen style screen, had a few things missing the CDJ 400 has had for over 10 years & plugging it into Rekordbox the modern screen style is all there on the monitor. I haven't had any issues with the Geminis & 6.10 firmware in standalone mode, they're not really scratching decks though but, for mixing fine. Only had issue with a USB 3.0 drive wanting to go back to the root folder all the time. But USB 2 drives fine.

[@derklugscheisser5897]

If you press the Browse button comes because the keyboard only if you use the record box or otherwise? Because I only use USB and there is no keyboard.

[@derklugscheisser5897]

?

[@oliverbarker920]

Search will only work with drives with a rekordbox database as far as I'm aware

[@djeighty8421]

Did these ever start working with Serato?

[@djdo4202]

Very good review👌👌👌

[@glennkinning1370]

Are these worth going for in 2022? or what would be best value.

[@DarkSean]

Don’t hesitate, I bought pre owned, £740 for pair in great condition. They’re not in stock again until November 22 from looking at most retailers, and then still around £649 each in UK. Wouldn’t swap mine now 🙌🏼

[@VoyageOne1]

Many people have bitched about the jog size and lack of beat jump but they're things that are a non-issue to me

[@niallhealy2659]

Do you know if you can hide the bar count on them ? Above the wave forms ?

[@DJSH98989]

I want to see denon come out with a killer ns7 style controller with moving platters. I think they can kill the market and then come out with individual players. I actually prefer denon over pioneer. Great review!

[@planc7on]

there is no "match" function though... it's on xdj 1000mk2 and cdj 2000nx2 only and that's a bummer for me personally :/

[@jpnumarkpimenta4638]

i dont like gemini and numark so it is great cdj Pioneer XDJ-700 cdj great deal for the money thank you for support

[@JayBishopFunk]

where can I get That shirt??

[@MrEvanTea]

Can anyone help me out here? I'm wondering what's a better setup - 2X Pioneer Xdj 700 with a Pioneer CDJ 800 mixer? or a Denon Prime 4 plus?

[@doctormasterdevil]

after the ddjs sx and z seems like pioneers been taking step backs,

[@timwood8728]

Totally disagree The Sx was pretty poor build quality and many people had issues with platters. Not everyone wants a controller and to be relying on a laptop. The xdj series is amazing quality and value The 1000's really give the 2000 nxs a run for their money. Plus it gives you a feel for that all important club standard gear. So glad I watched the review on the xdj1000's by Mojaxx and I purchased a pair of those instead of the SZ. And the djm 850 is brilliant as well.

[@doctormasterdevil]

+Ironlion NLinCS agree that the quality isnt on par with the now defunct denon,not fond of plastic on expensive gear,but th functionality that it offered has been a godsend,glad the gear you went with is working out for you

[@JPPimentadj]

thank you it is better controller with mixer

[@jarpen3]

Song Please with saxx

[@oscarhetakmusic]

What would you recommend for beginner: cdj350 or xdj 700? Thanks for your reply

[@oliverbarker920]

CDJ350 is only about 80 quid cheaper than 700. Unless you're using CDs, I can not think of a single reason why you shouldn't get the 700 instead of the 350. The 700 has slip, all of the performance features, rekordbox support, searching, waveform view... infinitely better than the 350s.

[@k.ratty.scratch8177]

Hi Would these be able to link up as a 3rd deck with the xdj xz ?? Thanks

[@mariusvanderberg8070]

Yes it can

[@philippscharm4562]

What cables do you use in this video? old, but still nice review

[@hibitsounds9755]

Neo Oyaide

[@wondashozen]

is there hid mode serato support yet?

[@checkwalkcare8128]

does it have beat jump?

[@MrWilko2000]

no

[@jth1670]

What about the sound quality? Is it on par with the XDJ-1000s or less?THANKS in advance!

[@FordSierraIS]

how can it be different, its a digital player

[@DJTechnoboom]

same, 48kHz

[@sc_hdz]

Does this work with the sp1?

[@numanuma20]

I'd wish they would make a budget friendly version that would come with a mixer for beginner DJs like me. For some odd reason the Traktor controllers don't seem to work with my Mac.

[@mrcrazybullet]

#PremierWuzHere

[@specialformula14]

question.///// when hooked up on rekord box linked through a laptop.. can you see all the info of the songs.. wave and touch slide on the song? i know you can do all this through the usb.. but can it be done now linked through the laptop 2019??????

[@yeswhitely]

In this online review, it states that you can hook it up to rekordbox on a laptop to make it easier to see the tracks waveforms and also makes for easier browsing www.digitaldjtips.com/reviews/pioneer-dj-xdj-700/

[@HTBLuVA]

is it possible to use a sd card in a cdj 2000nxs over link?

[@NEENOOTV]

+HTBLuVA Sure !

[@nikoxiro]

u are good !!!!

[@ears9080]

Can anyone help me figure out if these XDJ-700s will work with a 4 channel mixer? I was hoping to pair these with a DJM-750MK2 or something older Thanks!

[@OutcastCuraduria]

Yes the will work

[@AndresRodriguez-be6rm]

Do they have keylock?

[@oliverlopezofficial]

Yes, on CDJs/XDJs it is called Master Tempo and it's located above the Pitchfader

[@Maxi3242]

my only question is... will the smaller jogs annoy the shit out of me? THe xdj 1000 is 500 bucks more per unit where i live

[@Maxi3242]

mixing with vinyl atm but want to have an option for digital which is not dvs as I dont want to use a laptop

[@FelipeOlivaG]

Tex Mex same here... did you finally get one of these? I think for the money, maybe its a good option. But if u just want a good option for switching some times to digital tracks.. the 500 more bucks will worth a lot at the end. Then maybe you can get another one, and never have dilemma of missing your money in a low range product. Just and opionion. 👌🏻

[@Maxi3242]

nah man, decided to just go all out on buying vinyl with that money and missing out on the few tracks not available in that format. Not regretting my decision so far ;)

[@FelipeOlivaG]

Tex Mex nice! Long live analog playing 🤟🏻

[@Appgecheckt]

what's the name of your rca cables? Haven't found them online. Thanks :)

[@Gmh6477]

cables are neo oyaide they are expensive at around £50 each for the orange ones but they ARE top quality.

[@Gmh6477]

Joshua William depends what you are connecting, as a minimum you will need 2x RCA and a USB cable, they do a kit which comes with the ones needed but it only comes with the green/white cables. The orange ones are class A and cost roughly £60 per wire, I’m not sure if they do Ethernet cables as well for the pro dj link between xdj’s. Iv added a link to the Oyaide kit 👍. Neo by Oyaide d+ USB & RCA Box Set (Class B) - Hi-Speed and Durable Digital & Analog Cable for DJ’s, Musicians and Producers www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B008OSJDO4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_2jrWEbJYKVP9Y

[@Gmh6477]

Joshua William yes the kit will suffice 👍 you can ad the XLR’s ar a later date 😁 Neo by Oyaide d+ XLR (Class B) - High-Quality and Durable Audio and Signal Cable for DJ’s, Musicians and Producers www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00H95XJT8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_GHrWEbA03WD6Y

[@Gmh6477]

Joshua William Iv had a look at the DM 40 and you won’t need the XLR cables, your speakers don’t use them , you would need to buy an extra rca cable to go from the mixer to the speakers 👍 I have a pair of xdj1000’s a Allen & Heath xone 43c mixer & a DDJ XP2 🙂

[@LadyChemicalEngineer]

would you recommend this setup for an intermmediate to advanced mobile/controller DJ looking to move into club and festival type of work? or should you just spend the money on cdjs in that case?

[@djkiran2407]

Plzzz Tell me How Set vinyl Speed

[@spvcethvg8462]

Wh- what?

[@maximverhoeven86]

hypeb

[@TheOlavarria49]

Fuck this!!!!Traktor S8 is the shit!!!!No more funny little platters to spin with...

[@ParisPink]

How can I do so the BPM stays the same? Im playing at 122 BPM but it change all the time and destroyed my mix. Why?

[@djnumber99]

+Onaisys Felices learn how to properly dj.......

[@ParisPink]

+djnumber99 If you got nothing positive to say then dont say anything

[@jfoldger1184]

Firstly make sure you have scanned your music through Pioneers Rekord Box, once you've done that make sure the song doesnt have a BPM change in it, if it does dont mix it unless you are experienced enough at mixing, generally look at genres like EDM they are usually DJ frendly

[@coolv70]

Really? You learn how to beat match with your ears. I can't believe you would ask such a retarded question.

[@tmbrown2409]

What he said is positive if that is a serious question you need to learn how to actually dj and use your ears

[@jd8663]

why will you get a controller what is using a computer I mean if you want to be a real dj you really have to look for a set and not a controller a controller dj doesn't have to work to his performance and don't have to beatmix just push sync that is my opinion

[@ajpepe72]

J D 😂 even the cdj2000nxs have sync.

[@marmehta]

does anyone else also have crazy drifting problems when beat matching with those?

[@FordSierraIS]

explain'? im about to pull the trigger. is there a issue they dont hold consistent bpm?

[@marmehta]

FordSierraIS they are fine when beat matching by ear. sync isn’t really working on them, especially when you have loops going.

[@FordSierraIS]

@@marmehta oh. nobody use sync anyway i hope. i wish pioneer would never include this in their gear

[@alanmodimages]

Just curious if drifting is an isolated issue or if the XDJ 1000 Mk2 is immune to this? I am a vinyl dj looking to make the leap into digital!