Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ All In One DJ Systems

The Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ is a 4-channel hybrid standalone/laptop DJ system. The XDJ-XZ features full size CDJ-2000NXS2 style jogwheels with in-jog displays, a central screen and DJM-900NXS2 style 4 channel mixer including beat and colour hardware effects.

The XDJ-XZ player is compatible with both rekordboxDJ (license included) and Serato DJ. Giving you the freedom to choose your preferred software and enjoy the benefits of the all new hybrid mode. Hybrid mode allows users to simultaneously playback from Mac or PC using either of the aforementioned software options while also enjoying standalone operation. This is a great feature for DJs that play alongside others or simply need the peace of mind that a standalone solution offers should the laptop fail mid-gig.

When the XDJ-RX was originally released many DJs asked for larger jog wheels and additional effects. Despite this requirement, when the RX2 arrived it retained a small compact footprint and the same smaller size jog wheels. In truth, given that product development takes quite a bit of time the XDJ-XZ was likely to have already been on the drawing board – as a result the unit we have here now offers full size CDJ-2000NXS2 jogwheels and a FX laden DJM-900NXS2 style mixer – if you’re thinking of getting this for home use this is the first product in the XDJ range that can take you from the bedroom to the booth.

The XDJ-XZ also uses the same touch screen tech found in the XDJ players and the current NXS2 CDJs, with the same fluid workflow that combines touch with the data encoder and buttons for rapid library navigation. Again, this workflow is present in the industry standard club gear from Pioneer DJ – easing your transition to the booth further. The in-jog displays are inherited from the DDJ-1000 and display vital information including bpm and waveform data.

If you’re planning to gig with the XZ you’ll be please to know that there’s plenty of connectivity to facilitate this. From the high quality audio interface that’s built-in to deliver the best possible audio quality through to the high end mixer components – the XDJ-XZ feels like it should be costing considerably more than it does. There are two microphone inputs, each offering three band EQ as well as feedback reduction, and there are flexible routing options in the on-board utility menu such as the ability to either include or exclude the mic feed from the booth monitor. The utility options don’t end there, this is a standalone player that can be customised to suit your needs.

Main features of the Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ include:

• CDJ-2000NXS2 style and size jogwheels
• In-jog displays
• Central touch screen, offering operability in line with industry standard kit
• 4 channel mixer (2 channel standalone/laptop control plus 2 channel multiple inputs) with DJM-900NXS2 look and features including beat and colour hardware effects.
• Connect CDJs and turntables, the XDJ-XZ can be the heart of your setup
• High quality audio interface
• Compatible with both rekordboxDJ (licence included) and Serato DJ
• DVS ready (please note, upgrades are required)
• Pro-DJ link enabled – connect other devices with ease
• 2 mic inputs with 3 band EQ on each with feedback reduction