Edward M
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ParticipantI’m pretty sure it would. Would be interested to know how you get on. I have the Xdj-r1 but only use it with my iphone right now!
ParticipantXDJ-R1 does work with Rekordbox. And the files prepared for XDJ-R1 on Rekordbox can work on those CDJ-2000s. And 5 other types of Rekordbox compatible CDJs. And regarding CDJs which do not have rekordbox compatibility, I can still use the XDj-R1 to practice with CDs if I want to, which is nice as I may end up in that situation in a club.
And compared to CDJ-350, I think it’s much better than them in terms of value. XDJ has a really nice mixer section with color effects, great sound quality, and more functionality. Sure you could get a nice mixer for 350s but will be much more expensive.
I bought an XDJ-R1 because I wanted to have a more traditional setup since I own a Novation Twitch (which is cool btw) and I know that in some ways you can do less than with a DDJ-SX (although it’s only worth it if you use all those features). I use the Twitch or other DJ’s traktor controllers when playing out, but I’d prefer to be able to use CDJs in future. Where I am they often have newer CDJs in the bars and clubs. I tried the DDJ-SR and SX, which are nice, but I just wanted to go for the XDJ-R1 after trying out it in the store. I don’t particularly like the feel of Traktor controllers either, although I don’t mind Traktor. And they have good traktor mappings for the XDJ-R1 too if I want to.
I agree with you Vintage that it’s not all about gear, it’s about the music and what you do with it. But this gear gives me a lot of options and ticks many boxes for my situation. And maybe the original poster too, I don’t know. I feel it could be suitable for many others which is why I want to throw in my thoughts here.
Participant“Trust me on this, I have DJed for over 20 years and played it all in front of thousands of people.”
Okay then… and should I trust all others with more experience than me? Funnily enough Phil more or less agrees with me in the review I posted, and he’s pretty experienced too.
It’s not just Nexus CDJs in the clubs, there are other older CDJs that work with Rekordbox and others that don’t. I still think it’s a nice all-rounder that helps with that transition to club gear and also works as a controller for Traktor/Virtual DJ if you want that option. Anyway, agree to disagree. we’ve made our points.
ParticipantI personally feel that if you want to get used to not using a laptop then it’s a good option to take without having to fork out for CDJs.
It is not totally different from the CDJs. And it’s certainly more similar than just using serato or traktor is what I’m saying.
Of course ddj-sx could still work for some but for people who have only ever DJed with a midi controller, I think it might make that transition a bit easier. Much cheaper and better value than CDJs, even than 350s.
ParticipantYeah but the point is that many clubs have Rekordbox compatible Pioneer CDJs and if you want to be able to get used to that format, the XDJ-R1 is one of the most affordable ways to do it.
It’s very nice to be able to just turn up to a venue with a USB key and a pair of headphones and be ready do go.
ParticipantI disagree here.
If you are looking to get familiar with a CDJ style setup, then the XDJ-R1 is a great unit. It works with Rekordbox too, which a DDJ-SX does not. It’s basically like a CDJ-350 setup but with a lot more added to it in one unit.
I agree that CDJ-1000 is a bad choice. CDJ-850 or 900 is good but gonna be very expensive. The XDJ-R1 is a good as it works with USB and CDs, as well as working as MIDI controller. It is officially supported to work with Traktor and there is even better mappings out there, if you still want to use it with Traktor.
DDJ-SX is good but if you are looking for a CDJ-style setup and want to get familiar with Rekordbox, then the XDJ-R1 is a great choice at a decent price. The actual DDJ Tips review was very positive too.
http://www.digitaldjtips.com/2014/01/review-video-pioneer-xdj-r1-controller/ -
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