Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX2 Talkthrough Video

[bnaqua]

Awesome review! I rented an XDJ RX2 for a month to practice DJing w the CDJ system and it’s super fun and easy to use (once you use rekordbox to prep all your trax). I wish Pioneer didn’t charge $73646484746464 for every piece of equipment 😭😭😭 but it’s solidly built and the features are dope.

[khikashi]

This review is excellent! Very clear and addressed most concerns I had. Definitely the video to help push me to buy. 👌🏿

[hotfutureyearscome]

I really love this unit. might be my future Controller /all in one set-up

[BrenCford]

Most venues fail to provide decent halfway up to date gear, that's probably the reason why this unit is so successful, rather than it being similar to what's already in clubs (its just a small bonus when it is the case).

[alexanderfichtinger]

Very cool review, man =)
At first I thought you only mentioned that it's "expensive"....

But when you make the comparison to a NXS-Setup it was OK for me ;)

It's a Pioneer after all =D

[zod]

I'm Buying it tomorrow :)) Happy B daY 2 M3 :))

[Unknown.N]

Ordered one a couple days ago. Looking forward to delivery. Solid review

[BigBlockEntertainment]

If they would have added 4 deck control on it I think a lot more people might upgrade. That is too bad...Hopefully with the XDJ-RX3 they will do it

[ClectaSkiMusic]

Hey Joey, I like your studio, is that at your home..? Good review BTW..

[bharathdundi]

Hey thank you so much for all your great reviews. I'm really learning alot.May I ask a question though.Im new to controllers and I'm looking to by a starter controller for practice and I have two on my mind but I cannot pick which one.Pioneer ddj rb or Hercules jogvision.Im not sure which one to pickup?

[trickyamit]

Hi Joey, no one is mentioning but is it true, new screen is a bit Hazy compared to last one, screen is at bit more angles for better viewing?? Cheers mate

[OfficialDJWolve]

I like this but, it's not what I'm looking for, im looking for four deck controller, but I like that it is standalone, thx digital DJ Tips.

[asaffals]

hey joey
Why. You are not posting a video n about the DDJ-1000 I would be happy to hear your opinion

[jamesj]

Forget the controller....where you get that dope af jacket?

[kutasimusic]

MY PIONEER XDJ RX2 REVIEW

After years of usage of my beloved RX1 decided to upgrade an RX2 lightly after that was released. I was very excited about the new model, even if that looked almost identical to the previous one.
Some background of me, i started dj-ing on vinyl, then went to CDJs. I had several Pioneer models during the years, including XDJs, CDJ 2000s and DJM800, but for my needs i found the Pioneer XDJ RX1 the most suitable. (i also owned other brands but always preferred Pioneer in the dj booth.)

So, i am not gonna lie, didn’t like the RX2… If you ever had a RX1 and used it (an loved it) i really not recommend to get an RX2. It’s not gonna worth it for you and due to the new tweaks (listed in my cons below) you will probably end up selling it and going back to the RX1.

You might like the RX2 if you never had a RX before, but i found this new model unnecessary and very expensive. Pioneer changed a few things which they shouldn’t do and not in the good way.

Now, after a few months of home and gig usage i sold my RX2 and went back to the RX1 instead. I am not saying that you should do the same, but maybe consider this review if you about to upgrade.


Pro:
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- Better, larger (heavier) and more “CDJ-feel” jog wheels
- Looks a bit more pro and serious than the RX1
- Slightly accurate track CUE-ing


Cons:
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- Expensive.
- The “touch” screen is a gimmick. Only operates needle search and QWERTY keyboard, so don’t expect more and feels “dated” comparing to the cheapest touchscreen iPhone. It’s more like a car navigation system.
- Re-arranged knob layout is annoying around the headphone CUE selector
- Crowded and busy layout comparing to the RX1
- Track navigation knob/buttons needs some time to get use to after the RX1
- I wasn’t a big fun of the big effect knobs either.
- Non-clicking performance pads are easy to touch accidentally. They should have some light feedback/response.
- Sound quality is less pronounced and punchy for both output and sound records. It do sounds more “open” and has a wider sound stage, but this can be an issue if you really want to concentrate on beat-matching for example. Some notes will get lost easily and this could be even worst if you are in a very noisy club environment… (or just add less accurate headphone and you probably won’t be able to beatmach tracks manually… :S
- Occasional problems with the touch screen. This is a known issue. (Needed to restart or re-calibrate.)
- Not a real weakness, but little larger (in height) so you won’t able to use either your RX1 flight case or decksaver cover

[yumyumrazon]

If they have included the DVS functions for this unit, it would be the PERFECT, as in PERFECT UNIT for me!

[d.]

How do you get those buttons purple on 3:46?

[Planetugm]

Great video! What are them speaker/monitors called?

[dalef]

Thanks for the review - I purchased the RX2 but I have a question for you. I am finding this very annoying but it may be a case that this machine doesn't allow this to happen.  When I cue up a track to the first beat point and then press play, it automatically goes back to a point where the RX2 thinks it should be? If I press the cue and keep my finger on it, it plays where I want it, but as soon as you hit the play, it then jumps back? This only happens when I have the beat sync on, so I presume this is a move you can't do on the RX2?

[sarveshdewan]

hi, can you route Traktor to it in external mode ?
I wanna know if I can use mixer effects and if the headphone cue works like in other pioneer djm mixers :)