Pioneer DDJ-1000 SRT WATCH BEFORE YOU BUY
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- Опубликовано: 15 окт 2024
- This is my honest opinion on DDJ-1000SRT. I bought it from American Musical and would not post my review so I thought it was important to make a quick video. I am a full time working DJ for 30 years and not a reviewer so excuse the bad production.
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Thanks for the honesty and not being a SRT Stan Boy like every other reviewer . Those points were never brought up by others. Appreciate it .
LMFAO.....have you noticed the price on American musical went from $1599 to $1299 LOL! I love this guys honesty and agree with your comment, those points were NEVER once brought up by others. I'm gonna just upgrade to the SX3 instead, glad I found this review.
Im shocked, no one ever mentioned this on their reviews. That's definitely a deal breaker for me...
@@SimbaFromThe6ix was definitely a deal breaker for me as well. I'm happy with the SX3, it does everything I need it to do, especially considering that I'm a serato flip user.
i like this controller
This "review" is a hilarious joke. More like stupid, blind ranting because he was incapable to read what it can and can't BEFORE his purchase. FAIL.
I’m still buying it . Don’t need all those effects to cover up bad mixing . But to each his own right!!!
Just my opinion 🤷🏻♂️
J Krooks haha right!??😂😂😂
Was about to say the same thing. Prob a house dj
Yo.. I have the SRT, and I never find myself longing for the extra effects. I just don't miss them. And really, I don't need waveforms in the jogs either. What I need, and have, is pure cdj / nexus feel, in a Serato controller. And the shit works FLAWLESSLY with Serato. I've had it for 7 months now and haven't had a single issue that wasn't my own fault (like accidently setting the top of the channel to usb B and not realizing why the fucki g channel was "in use" when it wasn't. Lol.
But yeah.. There isn't a better feeling controller for serato at the moment. This dudes opinion is just that..
its a great controller!!!!
He just showing a box. Tell him to show his mixing skills he more interested on Effects meaning no mixing skills
I love this review if for no other reason than how angry and blunt he is in his review. But with that, he's not blowing smoke, Pioneer knew better, and should've delivered better. This was purely nothing else other than a money grab and a way to shut up the DJs that were miffed about there not being a Serato version.
Kaaos Jones I agree my friend
What’s up I low key feel like a stalker now lol this is hush
I think I might send mine back, I have a ddj-sz and it does a lot more this one.
Thanks for review!!!
Same here. Great review
Man I use Traktor and this pisses me off too. Pioneer and Serato had a chance here to do some ground breaking collaboration to push dj'ing forward a step. But instead of getting the best of both worlds, they got the worst of both worlds.
I'm not even a midi mappig expert, and I could have mapped that 1000 better than that. In fact, there's a few videos with guys mapping it to Traktor. And they did a nice job. The only thing is those screens are proprietary to Pioneer so they couldn't get those to work.
But yeah like a lot of comments have said, this review was madd honest and on point. I wished every youtube reviewer would do the same.
I’ve been watching this controller lately, glad I saw. Back to the drawing board.
What
I agree
Since I play all over the country the reality is that I've been seeing less and less CDJ and 900 setups as each month goes by. I see mostly controllers. I even use a SZ2 at the Mirage in Las Vegas.
It depends on your scene and your country tho.
If you are into techno, minimal and house (non-commercial) and clubs..here in Berlin you will almost NEVER see controllers.
Most of the times it would be turntables and boutique mixers like DJR400 or turntables + cdj's + Xone:92 or 96.
The reason might be:
Pioneer mixers sound quality is not so good compared to other brands when you also play analog vinyl.
@@Icevampir Good point! I still play real Vinyl.
ProudTiger was the sound quality of Pioneer mixers always considered poor or is that only in the newer models? I have experience with both older and newer Pioneer and Rane mixers but never really listened to them side by side on the same sound system to compare the old to the new.
@@DJ-Coma
Honestly: yes.
Rodec mixers would have (and are still) for example much better sound quality. Also Ecler and some of the Vestax mixers. The older Rane mixers (57, MP2015 and so on) before 72 are also good.
Pioneer sounds like in a tin compared to them.
From the newer ones: those Condesa Electronics, MasterSounds, FormulaSounds or DJR400 have excellent sound.
But what really is nuts, is the fact that Pioneer had the balls to spare a couple of dollars in production costs and build - in some preamps only capable handling timecode in DDJ-1000 and 1000SRT, admit the issue in their forum and suggest to "use some external RIAA phono preamps".
In 1200-1500 dollar gear.
ProudTiger oh so those phono preamps don’t work with actual vinyl? Wtf?!
I think that the screens on the jogwheels are very helpful for turntablists. Juggling with your eyes on the computer isnt the way.
John Aguilar i agree but they also should have had the option to have more stuff on the screens (waveforms with cue points, etc) like the RekordBox version. Fortunately I think that could be possible through firmware and/or software updates but I wouldn’t hold my breath for Pioneer to actually put in that effort.
DJ Coma yeah that’d be sick. Options!
i prefer less in the jog wheel love the info it reads BPM .. I CAN BEAT JUGGLE and the pitch fade much better than the recordbox version and cross fader
They're definitely not "useless" like he said. It's easier to not have to look up at your computer screen.
I bought this controller myself and I must say the hardware and color fx are killer. It’s very lightweight and compact for a 4 ch controller prob the smallest 4 ch controller there is on the market with bigger jogwheels than the SX series. As for the looping you can easily midi map it like an sx,sz model which is what I’ve done. I was quite surprised to find the controller does not work with usb power at all unless you have the power adapter connected. I was under the impression all controllers operated with single usb power like my SR2, Primo controllers. Nope apparently this one needs more power. However the hardware fx blow SDJ’s izoptope fx out of the water. Hardware fx are better anyways no cpu so if you’re on a weak machine then this just increases your chances of less dropouts. And overall i think it has a great soundcard. Still very happy with my purchase👌🏼💥
Thanks you’ve just spared me trouble of going to get one cheers
MAN! We need more reviews like this!! Brutal honesty and truth not like all the other Fanboy reviews out there where they sing the praises of whatever new gear comes out like they're trying to get sponsored by Pioneer. This video opened my eyes to stuff I never would have considered, DEFINITELY needed to hear this.... I'm going with the DDJ1000 now
miamigq22 Thank you. Just an average consumer
Well I didn’t mention also is that the BPM detection on this unit is very inaccurate
I don't understand why people love Serato so much, the BPM and key analysis are absolute trash.
Just Got this and I love it...it comes down to preference...I like a more realistic setup and this gives u that feel...the Pioneer effects that come with it on the mixer are 10 x better and cleaner than serato effects...and all are post fader
Can not layer those
@@DJDUMusic yes u can definitely layer the dub echo and noise
@@DJDUMusic yep, and you have to change the channel each time or just put it on master. TERRIBLY ANNOYING to do. Having separate effects for each deck is 100x better.
Dj Diesel Dub Echo? That’s the worst of all delays in my opinion but if it works than roll with it
Radient Productions Totally agree. That’s my point. Also the BPM detection doesn’t clock to Serato. I forgot to mention that. That’s so annoying. Got rid of mine and haven’t looked back.
Thanks so much 4 ur honesty. I think I migh have seen u open up 4 Big & Rich in Cincinnati about 4-5 years ago. U can definitely tell Pioneer is Pushing the 1000SRT, u can’t find new SX2’s or SX3’s at Sweetwater, American Music Supply or Guitar Center now. As much as u tour with all those different venues, what has been ur most dependable controller using Serato?
So it seems that maybe the SX2 may be the best of all worlds because of its cross software compatibility. Thanks for the honesty.
Ive watched this video regularly since release, and to this day its the most accurate video, i wish i took your advice 2 years later lol
Thanks, this is really helpful... I just paid for a unit, after watching this, i'm converting my order to an SZ2 or SX3... Thanks DJ DU
I’ve had my SZ2 for a while now and it’s a tank!
I have both Rekordbox and the SRT and a backup powersupply. ONE time I plugged the ddj-1000 adapter into my mics on accident, and broke the pin out. I dislike the center pin power adapter.
So in your opinion what is the best DDJ because I just was about to buy one this week until I saw this video. I'm still rocking the djm 800 mixser and the cdj 900 because play hip hop .
Am trying to switch to controller's. Thank you for this video I appreciate this information.
I am curious to know what you use after returning this?
Really appreciate it ur honesty!!! I think I might have seen you open up 4 Big & Rich in Cincinnati about 4-5 years ago. U can see Pioneer is pushing this controller, u can’t find any new Sx2’s or Sx3’s at Guitar Center, American Music Supply or Sweetwater now. And I’m sticking with Serato. As much as u tour, what is ur most dependable controller?
Thank you!! Yes that probably was me on the road
To be honest how many DJ’s actually use all of the Serato effects, truth be told the hardware effects are all I myself need and they’re post fader so I myself am good with this controller.
jonathan dillard yeah me too I like it and I don’t really use the serato effects I like the pioneer effects better and there are a ton of different ways to use them and you can layer over sample effects and map the serato effects right into the sampler platters
Same. Not an effects guy. I’m all about them jogwheels. Ditching my old CDJs and mixer and the SZ is too big for my space.
The lack of post fader effects sounds like a deal breaker. Thanks for the heads up since I’m scheduled to get mine tomorrow. My plan was to midi map the echo out effect and then use the beats effects for everything else but now I’m going to have to send this back. Ugh. That’s pretty disappointing. I thought I could live with the limitations but now I can’t see myself justifying this purchase. Note: I’m coming from an SX which I still love up to this day. It’s just showing it’s age.
Please let me know how you like it. I'm pretty dumbfounded how they stripped this down from the Rekordbox version. Also no IEC Cable. If you lose or break the power supply you're screwed.
Of course they stripped it back from the RB 1000, why would you make a product for another company with all the same functionality as yours. That's just good business. Would Mercedes Benz make a Buick with the same look and feel as a Benz? No! The differences in the software makes it difficult to do the same things from one to the other anyway.
Serato is more simple ...streamlined by a decade of usability and feedback. Rekordbox has more functionality in the base software. Pioneer Dj is trying to corner the market, their gear is all over the place and they are trying to get people to switch. So making a pro level controller for another software that is as good as their product is not in their best interest. You want all the perks of the 1000(Rekordbox), use their software. It's that simple, make the switch. It might be a pain in the butt if you have a Windows PC(like me), because you can't transfer all your cue points, hot cues and beat gridding over via Recordbuddy. So, I had to go through my library all over again in Rekordbox. It sucked, but now I can use both software and take advantage of all the extra perks on my 1000(need to use Rekordbox for exporting to flash drives anyway). I also have a SX3 and an SR. I prefer Serato, because it's what I started on, but I learned Rekordbox because the 1000 is one of the best controllers on the market.
Post fader effects wouldn’t work if the fader is the wet/dry signal. You would just be turning the effect off when you turn the fader off (unless you use the cross fader). That’s just from my understanding though I could be wrong. I bought the controller and it should be arriving in a few days just because I want to learn something as close to the standard CDJ and DJM setup as possible so switching to that is seamless for me
boneburner152 No it doesn’t work that way. Honestly they are releasing a new were version of it in a few months when they fixed all the problems. It’s honestly very dated for the technology that’s out now. Don’t think that this mirrors a pioneer set up because it doesn’t. It’s very restricted in the capabilities of a full Pioneer set up.
I have a Pioneer ddjsx2. It's starting to mess up and I am looking for a new controller. I wanted to buy the Pioneer DDJ1000 SRT but ...... Can you suggest another controller closer or similar??
I’m a bit confused. If you like the Rekordbox version, you don’t have any serato fx regardless.
Christian Boykin What I mean by that is that the software effects are useless on the SRT. You cannot layer a fax post fader. Honestly pioneer software affects are much better than Serato’s regardless. This controller was never built for Serato so I have to take that into consideration. It’s something Pioneer threw out there to shut up the Serato users but it was designed for Rekordbox
Great video... Cooling down the hype of this unit.. Im good with my SX3
Unless you care about mechanical jog wheels I say stick with the SX3.
Same here.....or I'm a just keep my SX3 and still by the SRT
DeeJay ReGg nah bro. Like the dude in the video said. That ain’t worth it. Pioneer just like Apple. Overcharging you just to make cash.
@@DJDUMusic I’ve heard the sx3 mic channel sounds like trash. Is that true?
@@dreamdaycharleston the SX3 mic channel sounds sweet. I have had the SX1 which was unusable, SX2 was great. SX3 was perfect and I use mine for over 300 gigs a year. Over 150 of them it actually gets used on a quiz night just because it’s all set up in a flighcase with my SM58. However, the SX3 is garbage. I’ve had it 3 years and the main board has gone just as the warranty finished. My advice is see it on before your left with a paper weight
i got this, mobile dj, don’t see an issue with anything apart from the power cord and the loop (which i midi mapped) now it is normal, came from the sx2, never used serato fx
very good video i have a question what controller advise me i worked well with virtual dj
I am so glad I stumbled upon this. I was going to try to get one. Can you tell me if the original DDJ 1000 will work with virtual DJ. I am more comfortable with that software.
Yes I believe it does.
Would you say the original DDJ 1000 is a better buy than the SRT version?
Great video🥂
I switched from the NS7 line and it doesn’t have post fade FX either. But the DDJ 1000 native fx does have it and it’s all on board and they are simple to use. I mostly bought this for the light weight and the jog wheels. The NS7 was cool for awhile but as I’m getting older and my gigs have increased a lot the NS7 is started to weigh as much as a Buick! I considered the SZ2 but I looked at the weight and it’s only slightly less heavy than the NS72. I agree overall with your criticism of the unit but I feel that it’s just a matter of either adjusting to the unit or making adjustments to the unit.
How do you feel about the DDJ 800, thought about buying it?
Thanx bro they had me thinkin' something different than what i know:
1.) Pioneer
rekordbox(which using is hella ackward) fx are much wetter than on serato.
2.) Loop funtion is better on controller
3.) Sz1 no post fx, ☝graded to the sz2 where i've been..they taunt you with the jogwheels ..thank bro
You're very welcome my friends
Whats post fader? I don’t get what it means that Serato fx don’t work post fader.
If you have an IPad with the Serato Remote app you can use the loop and efx functions via touchscreen. It is very responsive and you can open up many features that are not physically on this controller. Just saying!!!!!
DJ Outlandish Still no post fader effects no matter what you control your effects with.
I had one and didn't like the loop system because of the shift to cut or double. But the worst offense in my opinion was no eq isolate. That was a deal killer.
Hi i was to planning to upgrade with a ddj 1000 srt or ddj flx 10 but your video is making me hesitate. I'm actually using a denon mc7000. I only want to upgrade for the quality of the pioneer fx but the looping system, the pitch control with the shift button....
Thank you for going in depth on this. I have yet to see any other review mention that the internal software FX are NOT post-fader in this controller. I have the DDJ-SZ and that is the one thing that has always irked me about it, although I understood why because it was the first controller that was also a full-on “hardware mixer” so the faders were doing more than the other controllers where the faders were only sending midi to the software.
The fact that they were able to overcome this on the SZ2 and the RekordBox version of the 1000 just shows that Pioneer really half assed this controller and rebranded it for Serato with as little effort as possible.
If I do decide to get a 1000 it will absolutely be the RekordBox version thanks to your review.
Thank you!! I'm not a great reviewer but honest.
Going to echo a lot of other comments in thanking you for your honest and critical review. I have been seriously considering upgrading to this controller from the Hercules Impulse 500. Looking for something a little more "grown up" and for a Serato controller as I have been getting deep into that software. The SX3 is attractive for the Flip buttons as well as Serato effects, although I do like the onboard effects. Thinking of saving my pennies for the Rev7 and would really like to see a review from you on that one. Thanks again. Great points made that others have not identified or highlighted.
The 1000srt is basically made for cdjs and djm users, and it's cool, u have everything control manually, and also the center mixer is Standalone which is nice.
TiMS Entertainment This is not even close. One thing I didn’t mention in the video is that the BPM detection is very in accurate. You will find his self tapping BPM in almost every single song. I think it’s the biggest flop of the controller the Pioneer has ever released. It was something they did to appease Serato users but you still don’t get half the functionality of the original Recorkbox version. I have $400 controllers that control Serato better. What’s funny is pioneer is going to release a second version of it in 2020 that corrects all the mistakes for the Serato users of people are going to be pissed.
@@DJDUMusic Wait, so the beat fx are not clocked to Serato's midi clock? Like the DJM S9 has the option to "tap" tempo or "auto" with the hardware fx, and when set to auto it goes off seratos tempo.
Mikey Boucher That is correct. I forgot to bring that up in my half ass review. Sorry. It doesn’t not read serato BPM info. It determines its own for effects.
@@DJDUMusic All good man, review was great thats a detail most probably wouldn't ask about. For my style this controller is still the best, but that detail is bugging me.
Mikey Boucher Did I also mention there is no full kill EQs? No way to make them full kill either.
Bruh thanks I was stuck between this and the SX3 and like you said I would have gotten it because of the platter, but my gut was saying SX3 so F it I'm going with the SX3 stay up!!!
Im a newbie and Im confused as hell now. How is the SX3?
Thank you for this review. If I were buying new I would have been tempted by this, but I since I'm going used I'm leaning towards an sx3 that I can get for $325 less than any used DDJ-1000. I'm replacing a DJ-808 that died. I can live without my Drum Machine, but I'm not ready to leap backwards from full Serato support.
Looks like the SX3 is a solid win for me, and you boosted my confidence in that.
Super, super, super great video! All points are right.
Thank you!! I forgot some more points and I might do a second video.
So effin true about the display. I went and trade in for the DDJ 1000. The display screen on the DDJ 1000 is very helpful for scratching. I hate how when I press a cue pad the reference line goes straight to 12 o'clock every time on the SRT
Am I the only person who doesn’t know what mixing in Key is? I just use my ears to mix.
Lmao... That`s the best way!
Tone Flores mixing in key is a blessing and a curse. I see a lot of DJ’s that will ONLY ever choose the next song based on if the key is compatible with the current song. What they don’t realize is that just because two songs don’t have “compatible” keys, it doesn’t mean the blend will sound bad. They’re limiting themselves by ONLY mixing in key.
Tone Flores same haha
Learn the circle of fifths and camelot wheel (they're 2 versions of the same thing) its good to understand harmony but theres no rules, if it sounds good it is good.
Best DJ's intuitively mix in key
OK so i've used serato way in the past and need some new equipment. What should I buy then? This or an old sz2? Is there anything newer?
It's still a good controller... just understand that you are getting a controller that was not built initially for Serato
neah2k11 This controller isn’t worth $500 in the day and age.
Oh it is... you've got 8 inch jog wheels that require physical pressure rather than smaller touch sensitive ones... so you can't accidentally brush the wheel and cause the music to stop or scratch... you've got seperate mic channel controls for 2 mics... you've got 2 USB ports for laptops... and you have multiple options for inputs and outputs... basically a replica of a far more expensive set up... so on build alone it would have been expensive... and again.. Serato users are upset because it loses functionality with Serato.... It. Wasn't. Designed. For. Serato. That's like putting diesel in a petrol engine and being upset that your car breaks down.
If it isn't worth $500 then entry level controllers should all cost $10
neah2k11 Even the guys from pioneer will tell you that they gave you a mediocre product. I was just at an event that they sponsored and they were telling me that they just threw it out there. They also said that they are in development of a new version with those kind of mechanical platters. Although I don’t see the difference in the platters outside of feel because I’ve never had an experience where I touched any job we were just stopped playing by accident.
I talked with the guys from AGI Pro DJ and they told me that they’ve had so many returns already on the 1000 SRT. This was another tactic to try to get people to switch to record box because that version had proper BPM detection and post feeder affects on everything. I wouldn’t buy it just for the power supply alone.
@@DJDUMusic It just goes back to the original point. It wasn't made for Serato or any other platform. It was meant for Rekordbox. Serato users asked for it so they got it as is... As for say the BPM detection, that would be handled by the software on your PC since the control isn't standalone... that has nothing to do with the control itself. It's a good controller as is.... Personally I have the original, my first Rekordbox control, so I was new to the software, which does have its issues, things I'm personally not pleased with, but it serves me well
Im confused of why you bought the srt. do you like the rekord box 1000?
Yes I did like the the rekordbox version but Im a Serato user
Appreciate your realness brother...I was seriously considering buying one of these until watching this! All the other reviews/reviewers glossed over a lot of what you bought up! Presently I have a Denon MC4000, just got back into DJ-ing after 23 years, it's been a great little entry level controller to see if I want to continue...& I do, so now I'll look at the Denon Prime or perhaps the SX-3, Once again thanx for the heads up, Respect!
I understand some of your points but to call this a rip-off is a long stretch. The SRT is a Serato of a controller that was basically made to A. Work with Rekordbox DJ specifically and B. Mimic a CDJ/DJM setup as close as possible.
Because of the jog wheels mostly Serato guys really wanted this controller. That's why this exist the other Pioneer controllers were made to work with Serato and be strictly controllers not mimic a club setup which is why the SX and SZ have controls for certain functions etc. I knew about all the points you made in this video before even watching it and I still want this controller. Just because certain functions don't appeal to YOU doesn't make a product bad or a "rip-off". The point of this controller is to mimic a Pioneer club setup mostly which is exactly what it does. If you walk up to a Pioneer setup in a club you don't have controls of certain software functions either but I don't see you calling a CDJ/DJM setup a rip-off so you're kinda contradicting what you're saying and it sounds like you don't actually know the purpose of this product which is definitely not meant to be compared to a SX or SZ.
Lil Swann I use a club set up and trust me this doesn’t feel like it
DJDUMusic how when it’s the same platters and same exact mixer setup the only major differences are the performance pads that obviously aren’t on CDJs but the basic layout is the same which is the point of this controller
Lil Swann i think the rip-off comment is somewhat justified since it lacks many features the RekordBox version has and it came out two years later and costs more, although I would say “half-assed” is a better description.
It's rip off. I forgot to mention some more points. I might do a second video.
DJ Coma what “many” features they are the same mostly just like comparing a SZ to a RZ same layout but of course minor differences here and there because of 2 different softwares that don’t have all the same features so things like pad modes will obviously be different but the functionality is the same I feel like y’all are exaggerating
so which one better ddj 1000 or dd 1000SRT?
I agree with you I like to design the new Pioneer board they don't know what they doing the wheels are too close together and they need better sound effect and better cuts I never let my CDJ go and techniques turntable
and better cuts? sounds like you need to practice more thats not the controllers fault..
True to ever word. people are buying it like crazy but the rekordbox version is better, also you can cut the lag within the software to .03 in the rekordbox software, the scratching also sound better (my ears) on rekordbox maybe cause it is built for it
Excellent, I was going to upgrade from my Hercules inpulse 500 but with the adjustable crossfader fader and loop button on my 300bucks controller ain't looking too bad now! 🤟
Thank you so much for this!
I’ve been weighing up what to buy for ages, as I have a very basic controller at the moment, but have started playing more regularly and better venues.
This has honestly sealed my decision as far as the SRT goes.
Now I just have to decide wether to stick with Serato in general and go for something like the SX2/SX3 or take a leap with Rekordbox and have the 1000
I was gonna either purchase this or the SZ2....but since doing my research which is the best controller.....the SZ2 always wins. How is the sound card in the 1000srt????? I read that it sounds crappy....any truth to that ?????
Joseph Elibert I can’t tell the difference in sound cards. Sound wise I don’t think it’s any different than SZ2
DJDUMusic thanks for the quick reply...appreciate it. Just trying to figure out which would be the best controller to invest in.
DJDUMusic Unlike the 1000srt.....does the SZ2 have full kill EQs ?????
Joseph Elibert yes the SZ2 does
DJDUMusic Just received my SZ2 as we speak....can’t wait to set it up and play with the functions....my first controller...so I’m pretty much excited 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
nice bro
i was planning to purchase the srt version for the flip function. after watching your video i am cancelling my order...
thank u
It has flip control, when you activate flip the two parameter buttons become your rec and play.
Wow! straight to the point. I was just about to order the SRT. I need my post-fader effects. I might as well save my money and get the SX3
Same
Thanks for the 411. I started out using the VCI 300, then upgraded to the DDJ-SB2, I like it and would like to upgrade a little. Question, where do you buy your efx? I bought the suite when I got the SB3, but would like to hear some others. Your video was very helpful, started with Serato when I first started and nothing has made me want to change. Keep the vibes going... Thanks again for the info✊🏾
Super bummed to hear this controller doesn’t deliver. What comparable controller do you recommend (that uses serato)?
Man Squirrel Any controller specifically made for Serato that’s a newer generation will do more. SX2, SX3, SZ2 , Mixars Primo , Denon MCX 8000 etc.
Great review! Honest and very well informed!!
I just saw a video of this guy making a review on this controller pointing out all the negatives. He said the sound quality is bad, I hear some people using an audio interface to get better sound out of it. I just order the ddj 1000 recorbox version online and I am already thinking I might have to get an audio interface to improve the sound quality. Any feedback on how to improve the sound quality?
Heres the link of the video review:
Excellent review. You saved me from almost buying one. Will probably for the SZ2. Thanks!
Thanks for sharing was about to get me 1
thanks for the info I think eventually they'll add post fader effects down the road! also yea adding a midi controller like ddj xp2 ... hmm now im on the fence haha. great reveiw though! Question though does the SZ2 or SX3 have beat effects??
- SweetScale TV - Nope they will be adding post feeder effects ever. It’s technically impossible like the DDJ SZ1
- SweetScale TV - Also bear efx are overrated and this day of newer technology of software efx. Beat efx are only useful when you’re using USB sticks anymore
Can you show us why denon is better?
Great video, as a SX3 owner (and Rane 72/12) I struggled to see the point of the 1000 Serato....you confirmed my thoughts.
I own the SX3 also, and was going over and over this in my head about whether to sell my SX3 and get the 1000SRT. I am also going to stick with my SX3. Never had an issue with it.
100% agree with all your points! people fail to realize all the small details. the looping is the biggest thing for me its so clunky and why u have to keep hitting shift makes no sense at all. the SZ2 is great value u can get them sometimes under 1k now and they are proven controllers. built in power all the expansion packs were built for it and its a true to size nexus setup. if not the SX3 is more portable with same capability.
Thought this video was going to be garbage...turned out to have very usefull info. THANKS!
MrJSiQ Thank you!! I’m not a reviewer just a hard working dude.
Thank you bro for this real review, a lot of the issues you brought up would have been my issues also if I had bought it
Dj Ricky Redz Thanks for listening. I guess we will keep waiting for that awesome controller. I’m sure it’s coming
Good video. How does the sound quality compare to the sx3? Does it still have a shitty mic preamp like most Pioneer gear?
Sound quality was good. I couldn't tell the difference and I need use it on a major sound system for like 30 minutes in one of the clubs I have a residency in. I tested it during a sound check.
DJDUMusic good to know thanks!
Thanks for this video, in your opinion, wich is much better in hardware and sound, DDJ-SZ or DDJ-1000SRT
SZ2 is the better all around controller for Serato If jog wheels and size is not a deal breaker. The SZ2 also has a Magvel Fader
I have the DDJ sx 1, Should i get the 3?!
Thank you! I was about to buy this serato version. Cos I think DDJ-1000 is a great controller! I watched many Rekordbox version, though. So I think I'll buy the original one. Eventhough I used serato with Numark.
Thanks for that informative review. I’ll definitely keep my SX3. Hopefully Pioneer will come out with a better platform of the SRT in the near future. I may reconsider getting one then.
I had to return the sx3 major problems don't no why he said to get that thats why i decided to get the ddj1000srt it's not user friendly but I am willing to learn it
@DJDUMusic what about the Jog wheel of the SZ2 vs the SRT? Are they essentially the same feel? or is the Jog for the SRT much closer to simulating the CDDJ? minus the touch sensitivity - my understanding is that you can pre-form advanced scratching on both. Those who have both what are your opinions?
The Jog wheels on the SRT is the selling pointt. They feel different but I can get down the same on either the same.
Am i correct in saying they brought out a post effects update now?
Did you confirm it?? Cos I really doubt it! The firmware is still on version 1.02
which controller would u suggest right now
barrela80 SZ2, Mixars Primo, SX3, Denon
I'm loving this! For 2 years, Serato bitched and cried for Pioneer to make a DDJ 1000 for them. Pioneer did just that! Serato uses are still not happy. Sorry guys and gals! What did you expect? The only reason Pioneer came out with this so you guys can hush. If you expect the same bells and whistles as the DDJ 1000 for Rekordbox, you got your hopes up too high. Don't expect Pioneer to update or upgrade. Rekordbox is their software for all DJ equipment. This was a one time thing.
Antoine Simpson Exactly!! Should of expected Pioneer to do this.
thank you for this review! i was wondering if you have heard the audio output quality from a Denon MC7000? just wondering which sounds better. thanks!
In this day in age even the cheap controllers sound great.
woooww you just blew my mind with your review and saved me some money too 🙏🏽 I don't like controllers honestly but I was thinking to buy that one but then I saw your video I was like "...Whaaat?!! How PIONEER did this to us... "... a "controller" where actually don't have full control of it smh...thank you so much for your honesty @djdumusic I appreciate it.
Glad I could help!!
Could it be fixed via a software or firmware update? Good work on the review... you should do more.
Thanks. I had my eyes on this for a while and I am currently saving to get it but I think everything you mentioned would put me off. I am upgrading from DDJ-SR and it sounds like a downgrade (except the jog wheels). I will look into the sx3
What did you get playa ?
@@Dannyfr33sh I ended up getting the 1000SRT. During the pandemic there was a lack of stock of everything. Got lucky and found one.
Best purchase. I am very happy with everything about it. Cannot fault it.
Very helpful as I never had the perspective of someone knowing the range of controllers . I am strongly considering swapping my trusted SX3 for the 1000 SRT. Not so sure anymore. This will certainly inform my decision
DDJ-1000 SRT can working with 2 software (searto and rekrodbox)? or only one??
Ayad Walid i believe the SRT is only for serato
@@discjspook When i buy a dj, The software came with package? And what about license key is lifetime without expire or ?
Ayad Walid Only Serato. Comes with a lifetime license. To be honest I wouldn’t waste your money on this piece of crap.
Ayad Walid It’s technology is three years behind. They are trying to sucker you in with the job wheels and any good DJ could cut on those jog wheels or any others.
There really needs to be a Pioneer DDJ-800SRT for those of us who use Serato and have no use for 4 channels, I do not want to pay the extra money for 2 channels I would never use and the extra size 4 channels require does not appeal as it makes the unit less portable. If Pioneer can make a 1000SRT it probably would not be difficult to produce the 800 Serato version and offer a wider product range.
I just sold my sz and was planning to but either this or the sz2, 1 single thing that was bugging me was the lack of search strip, i use that alot, but u jus opened up my eye, the deal breaker for me is tge external power brick, seriously pioneer u couldn't have made it internal!!! The sz's power cable is universal and very easy to find, this review is an eye opener, im going for the sz2
aqg aqg Good Call! 🤠
I agree with you on most. But I think it's a closer comparison to the SX3 vs the SZ2. The latter is nearly $1000 more than the DDJ1000.
TIGERTRONIK I agree with that. It’s not as good for Serato though
Great imfo. I got this controller and feel way different about it than you It sucks that the effects don't have their own buttons, but it wasn't a deal breaker for me. Coming from a club format of CDJ's and DJM mixer I understand the whole controller layout and it didn't stop me from purchasing it. This is way more mobile than lugging around a SZ2. Believe me I know, got a SZ2 too. This is an addition for my mobile DJ company.
What I'm trying to say is that Pioneer is giving you a stripped down version than the Rekord controller version at a few hundred more. If I use a external midi controller the 900nxs2 still has post fader effects which I use to layer on top.
Same page as you, man. Seasoned mobile DJ here w a full calendar. I'm sick of lugging my sz2 around. Im a 20 year vinyl and club dude. This controller will work ACES for weddings, corp events, clubs etc. I'm super happy w/ the nexus like set up, with it not feeling like a toy.
It not so bad if you compare it to a pair of 1210s there's just start stop scratch.. but thanks for the heads up tho il bet getting record box what ever it's called and if I remember correctly I had shift and loop function on cdj400
I totally agree with you man! Thank's for sharing.
Thank you for posting. I have a demon mcx8000 and was going to upgrade. Looks like I would be downgrading
Don't upgrade
I feel the same way. I had this original rb version but never got into rekordbox so I returned it.
Was happy to see this released & bought it right away. It's not a good controllers, the fx situation sucks, the loop feature sucks.
I actually prefer the jogs on my sx2, probably just going to order an sx3 this week.
The only nice thing about it is the sound quality.
If you use the XP2 with this will you then have post fader?
No it still won’t work unfortunately
I thought I saw somewhere where you could MIDI program a button to do that, but maybe I’m wrong about that. What about using a hot cue that is at the end of the track where there is no music. Will you still get the tail if the fader is still up but the track is over?
Sometimes I think that Pioneer made these shortcomings on purpose on the SRT to make you think about changing to Rekordbox.
I wish Serato would just make their own hardware already. I'm going to get the DDJ Z2. Thanks for the review.
I just sold my old SZ... planing to go with a SRT... I guess ill have to look at the rane one then..🤔🤔🤔
Great review. I’m not really a DJ and only did it a couple of times but I like controllers in general. I’ve used the Traktor S8 but mainly keep in in the studio. I’m wondering if this would still be good for rentals and novice DJ work.
You are the man I REALLY APPRIACIATE the INFORMATION 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Hands down the best non review out there. Solid honest informative. Thanks, hope you have a great tour this year.
Bow Valley DJ Thank you!! You as well!!
DJDUMusic FYI hadn’t heard of you, as I live in a small town in the Rockies. Checking out your promo vids. Love the drumming idea. You have access to crazy venues. I’ll follow and watch your star rise man. Should be in Vegas this summer. I’ll try and hit up a show and get the full experience.
Bow Valley DJ Awesome man!! I post a lot on Instagram @ DJDUMUSIC
Damn!! Great video thank you! I was curious about the post fader effects on this! I currently have the SZ and no post fader effects on that either so guess I'll transition to the SX3! Thanks for the info bro! Houston, TX here as well! :)