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Pioneer RX3

Retail Price

$2499.00

Lowest Price

$1999.00

Release Date

November 9, 2021

The RX range from Pioneer has been one of the most popular lines of controllers on the market, and the Pioneer RX3 provides a perfect transition point to their pro-level gear. Though there are many things that the Pioneer RX3 does right, with very few things that it does wrong, it fulfills its title as an all-in-one system. Overall, for home DJing, the Pioneer RX3 is too expensive, but for club DJing, it does what it needs to. Plus, considering its upgrades and additional features, it seems to be starting to take over the club-standard setting.

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Overview

  • Performance
  • Brand Reputation
  • Recommendation
  • Price - Value for Money
  • Improvement
  • Comparison vs RX3
  • General
  • Positive
  • Negative
Performance - The RX3s work fine with tension adjust control and round artwork display; overall, it's good.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance Tension Adjust Control Round Artwork Display
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Brand Reputation - Pioneer is considered the industry standard because of their reliable and tough gear proven over time.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Brand Reputation
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
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Recommendation - If you want a unit that resembles a pro gear, then the RX3 is a great option.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Recommendation
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Price - Value for Money - The RX range from Pioneer has been one of the most popular lines of controllers on the market, and the RX3 provides a perfect transition point to their pro-level gear. Though there are many things that the RX3 does right, with very few things that it does wrong, it fulfills its title as an all-in-one system. Overall, for home DJing, the RX3 is too expensive, but for club DJing, it does what it needs to. Plus, considering its upgrades and additional features, it seems to be starting to take over the club-standard setting.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Price - Value for Money Transition Point
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Price - Value for Money Functionality
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Improvement - The upgrades of the RX3 from its predecessors include its updated 10.1" screen and UX that are worth the money, Flac, WAV, and AIFF capability, snappier performance, extra FX functions, better library function, new favorite playlist feature, gate cue, 6 color FX, 14 beat FX, a new sandblasted aluminum finish, faster processor, new audio design, new deck customization, and you can choose between playing Rekordbox-analyzed tracks from USB drives or by connecting a laptop.

Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Improvement Screen
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Improvement Capability
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Improvement
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Performance Features
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Improvement Performance
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Screen Features
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Build
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Improvement Layout Screen Features
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Improvement Features
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Functionality
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Comparison vs RX3 - The RX3 only feels like an RX2 with a bigger screen and colored waves. It's a worthy replacement for the RX2, and you will not want to go back once you play with the screen and try its features.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Comparison RX3 vs RX2
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Comparison RX3 vs RX2 Screen
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General - In general, the RX3 now features a 10.1" touchscreen, a new CDJ 3000 style interface, new jog wheels with built-in displays, new performance pads with gate cue and release effects, and the updated mixer section with more beat effects and 2 new sound color effects. Overall, it's a 2-channel all-in-one device that works standalone with USB sticks or drives compatible with both Serato DJ Pro and Rekordbox software. It has a great screen and many new features as well.

Crossfaderr

11/09/2021
General Features Performance
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
General Functionality Software Compatibility
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
General Features
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
General
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Tags

  • Performance
  • Brand Reputation
  • Recommendation
  • Price - Value for Money
  • Improvement
  • Comparison vs RX3
  • General

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  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS
  • HOME DJ STUDIO
  • DJ Tech Reviews
  • Reddit
  • YouTube

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance Tension Adjust Control Round Artwork Display
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Brand Reputation
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Brand Reputation Quality
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Recommendation
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Price - Value for Money Transition Point
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Price - Value for Money Functionality
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Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Improvement Screen
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Improvement Capability
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Improvement
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Performance Features
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Improvement Performance
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Screen Features
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Build
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Improvement Layout Screen Features
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Improvement Features
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Improvement Functionality
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Comparison RX3 vs RX2
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Comparison RX3 vs RX2 Screen
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Crossfaderr

11/09/2021
General Features Performance
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
General Functionality Software Compatibility
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
General Features
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
General
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Pros & Cons

  • Pros
  • Cons
  • Positive
  • Negative
Pros - The pros of the RX3 are its large and responsive screen, excellent selection of FX, familiar Pioneer layout, and improved performance pads.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Cons - The cons of the RX3 are its small jog wheels.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022

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Tags

  • Pros
  • Cons

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  • HOME DJ STUDIO

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
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Build & Design

  • Build
  • Button - Tempo Select
  • Connectivity
  • Design
  • Dimensions
  • Layout
  • Personalization
  • Portable
  • Power Supply
  • Processor
  • Positive
  • Negative
Build - Build-wise, the knobs, pads, faders, and buttons are high quality. However, the jog wheels are small, while the screen is oversized. Also, the construction is solid plastic with numerous metal parts. Compared to RX2, they have a similar width and height but different depths.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Build Quality
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Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Build
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2Horyzn

11/09/2021
Build Jog Wheels Screen
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Build Material
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Build Dimensions Screen
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Button - Tempo Select - The Tempo select button gives flexibility in adjusting the increments, which is great for handling a mix between large BPM jumps.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Button - Tempo Select BPM Jumps
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Connectivity - The connectivity options include 2 Line (RCA), 2 Phono (RCA), 2 Mic (XLR, ¼ inch TRS jack), 1 3.5 mm stereo mini jack (unbalanced input), 1 AUX (RCA), 1 Master (XLR), 1 Master (RCA), 1 Booth (1/4 inch TRS jack), Kensington lock, Earth pole, and 2 USB sockets. Specifically, the USB ports are mainly used for playing music via USB sticks. However, there's no ethernet port, so you'll have to connect it to a laptop to run Rekordbox DJ for online streaming, which defeats the purpose of being standalone.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Connectivity RCA XLR TRS
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Connectivity USB Sockets
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Connectivity Microphone Turntables
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Connectivity Signal Indicator
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity AUX RCA External Outputs
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Connectivity AUX
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Headphones
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Phono Line
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Balanced TRS Booth
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity USB Ports
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity XLR Master Unbalanced RCA
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity XLR/TRS combo jack
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Design - Appearance-wise it is a mean-looking bit of kit. It imitates the look of pro-level gear, bringing instant professionalism. On the other hand, the brushed metal decks contrast perfectly with the jet black mixer, with a different texture finish on each mixer section. Plus, the dials and buttons all feel sturdy.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Design Pro look
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Design
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Design Texture Button - Illumination
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Dimensions - It's 728.1mm wide, 118.4mm tall, 469.5mm deep, and 9.3kg (20.5 lbs) in weight. Size-wise, it's close to its predecessors, and its light weight makes it easy to transport.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Dimensions
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Dimensions
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Dimensions Portable
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Layout - Everything's placed exactly where you would expect it to be; the looping controls and memory cue controls are at the top, and there's a slip, quantizer, and a jog adjust for making the jog wheel tighter and looser. There's also a track search, pitch faders, master tempo, and 4x2 pads placed on the bottom under the jog wheel, which isn't similar to the pro gears but has been the usual position for this type of unit.

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Layout Controls
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Layout Controls Jog Wheels
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Personalization - There's only one personalization column, which is lacking.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Personalization Options
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Portable - It has a portable form factor and is something you may want to hold onto even after getting a mixer and some decks.

Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Portable
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Power Supply - It has a built-in power supply with an IEC connector.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Power Supply
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Processor - It has a powerful processor, which makes track loading in Rekordbox faster.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Processor
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Tags

  • Build
  • Button - Tempo Select
  • Connectivity
  • Design
  • Dimensions
  • Layout
  • Personalization
  • Portable
  • Power Supply
  • Processor

Sources

  • HOME DJ STUDIO
  • Reddit
  • YouTube
  • DJ Tech Reviews
  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Build Quality
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Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Build
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2Horyzn

11/09/2021
Build Jog Wheels Screen
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Build Material
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Build Dimensions Screen
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Button - Tempo Select BPM Jumps
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Connectivity RCA XLR TRS
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Connectivity USB Sockets
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Connectivity Microphone Turntables
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Connectivity Signal Indicator
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity AUX RCA External Outputs
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Connectivity AUX
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Headphones
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Phono Line
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity Balanced TRS Booth
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity USB Ports
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity XLR Master Unbalanced RCA
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Connectivity XLR/TRS combo jack
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Design Pro look
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Design
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Design Texture Button - Illumination
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Dimensions
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Dimensions
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Dimensions Portable
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Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Layout Controls
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Layout Controls Jog Wheels
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Personalization Options
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Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Portable
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Power Supply
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Processor
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Features

  • 3 Band Waveform
  • Beat FX Bank
  • Beat Jump
  • Beat Loop
  • Countdown Timer
  • Crossfaders
  • Decks
  • Features
  • Fourth Mode
  • Functions
  • FX
  • Hardware Unlock
  • Hot Cue
  • Jog Wheels
  • Loop Controls
  • Master Tempo
  • Mixer
  • Performance Pad
  • Phrase Display
  • Pitch Faders
  • Playlist Bank
  • Release Effects
  • Repeat Mode
  • Screen
  • Shortcut
  • Slip Loop
  • Sound Color FX
  • Talkover
  • Track Viewing Features
  • Two-Band EQ
  • Positive
  • Negative
3 Band Waveform - It has a 3 Band Waveform feature that shows the differing volumes of the various frequencies with specific colors. It also lets you preview and browse the tracks by clicking the waveform itself. The only downside is that you'll need to have Rekordbox fully set up to properly analyze the frequencies and have this feature work, while the good news is that you're likely able to get ahold of the full Rekordbox software when you buy the RX3.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
3 Band Waveform Volumes Frequencies
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
3 Band Waveform Monitoring
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Beat FX Bank - The Beat FX Bank allows you to select 4 favorite Beat FX and have them show on the touchscreen, and on the other side of the mixer, there's an increased amount of beat FX, a total of 14 beat FX options.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Beat FX Bank 4 Favorite FX
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat FX Bank 14 Options
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Beat Jump - The beat jump ranges from 1 to 16 beats forward or back.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Beat Jump Varying Divisions
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Beat Loop - The Beat Loop options offer an addition of thirds like 3, 6, and 9, while the Beat Loop 2 gives access to more obtuse options like 3 beat loops.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat Loop 3, 6, 9 Beats
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat Loop Auto Loops
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Countdown Timer - The countdown timer is great for timing sets without constantly checking the clock or your phone, which also helps Maintain your focus.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Countdown Timer
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Countdown Timer
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Crossfaders - The crossfaders are robust, smooth, and reliable, though they're not Magvel faders. Additionally, the crossfader curve selection is conveniently accessible.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Crossfaders Curve Selection
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Decks - The decks are in a standard Pioneer DJ layout, which is a good thing, and if you want 3-4 decks, then the CDJ mixer set-up is the way.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Decks
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Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Decks
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Features - The features of the RX3 include the Touch Preview, 3 Band Waveform, Beat FX Bank, and the Phrase Display, which ultimately culminates in a DJ system that does it all.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Features Touch Preview 3 Band Waveform Beat FX Bank
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Fourth Mode - The fourth mode button gives access to Beat Jump and Beat Jump 2, which gives quick access to loop forward and back.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Fourth Mode Beat Jump Loop
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Functions - The notable functions include the Gate Cue, a triplet-friendly variant on Beat Loop, and the brand-new Release FX, which gives options for stopping a track to quick-mix into something else like Echo Out, backspins, and vinyl stops.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Gate Cue Beat Loop Release FX Echo Out Backspins Vinyl Stops
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FX - The FX allows more creative mixing options.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
FX Creative Mixing
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Hardware Unlock - The hardware unlock grants full access to Rekordbox. This software continues to improve and is the go-to platform for professionals playing at bars, clubs, and festivals with Pioneer gears.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Hardware Unlock Rekordbox
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Hot Cue - Access is provided for the standard hot cue assignments, while the second mode opens up via the gate cue, and it allows finger drumming using the preset cues, which is great for creative mixing. Basically, instead of just playing the song from the hot cue, it will only play the track while you have the pad held down, and as soon as you let go, it'll jump back to the beginning.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Hot Cue Finger Drum Creative Mixing
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Hot Cue
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Jog Wheels - It has 5.5 Inch jog wheels that are touch capacitive with an onboard display, low latency, a jog adjust, and a slip/vinyl/reverse function. Build-wise, they are the same size as their predecessors, are not mechanical, and need to be pressed down. Performance-wise, they are smooth.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Jog Wheels Features
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Jog Wheels Functionality
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Jog Wheels Size
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Loop Controls - The looping controls have the same large In/Out buttons present along with the half and double buttons.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Loop Controls
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Master Tempo - There's also a master tempo in the RX3.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Master Tempo Beat Sync
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Mixer - The mixer section has a new layout with a dark black contrast against a brushed aluminum feature, and it provides access to 2 channels with a 3-band EQ and trims; it offers a VU meter that's more refined and clearer, 14 Beat FX and 6 Sound Color FX options, a booth monitor volume, a cue/master and level controls for the headphones, a crossfader curve, and access to AUX controls directly on the mixer section.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Mixer Layout
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Mixer Adjustable Curve
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Mixer Sound Color FX Beat FX Crossfader
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Mixer Beat FX Sound Color FX Faders
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Mixer
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Performance Pad - The illuminated performance pads have a status strip on the touchscreen, which shows what a pad will do. Build-wise, they're more tactile and higher, which feels better than the RX2s. There's a total of 8 modes with a hot cue, gate cue, beat jumps, beat loops, slip loop, and release effects. The first pad mode can go from a quarter beat up to 32 beats, and when pressed again, it will end up with triplets and odd signatures, which allows you to make auto loops with a free beat loop or a triplet. It's handy for transitioning between house music and drama base things with a division perfectly on beat with the quantize turned on.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance Pad
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Performance Pad Loops
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Performance Pad Custom Drops Loops
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance Pad Illumination
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Phrase Display - The phrase display shows track structure sections via the actual sound waveforms. By viewing this, an artist or DJ can more accurately focus on marking specific sections, like the chorus, intro, or bridge of a track.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Phrase Display Marking
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Pitch Faders - The long-throw pitch faders are for making accurate adjustments.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pitch Faders Long Throw
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Playlist Bank - The Playlist Bank allows users to select and save 4 playlists and quickly access them in the library.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Playlist Bank
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Playlist Bank
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Release Effects - The release effects are a new feature to add a buildup and energy to DJ sets, and they work by holding down onto the pad.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Release Effects Buildup
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Repeat Mode - The repeat mode is used when a DJ has to leave the booth; thus, the unit will play the set-up looping repeat, which is good during events to keep the party going while the DJ is unavailable.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Repeat Mode Looping
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Screen - The screen is bigger with a 1280x800 resolution and increased frame rate, which allows quick navigation and more accurate mixing. Specifically, it features a color jog display that shows the important track information or personal artwork on the LCD screen in the center of each jog wheel, an integrated X-Pad that allows DJs to quickly add in different sound effects from their library with only a finger swipe, a Pad Status Display that allows DJs to go into advanced mode while viewing their Performance Pad, which lets them see and know what to expect ahead of hitting a pad, and the Playlist Bank feature, that gives access to the 4 selected favorite playlists at a single touch. Display-wise, the screen is divided into sections; at the top is the waveform, and at the bottom is the remaining or elapsed time. However, the screen doesn't offer a pinch of swipe feature.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Screen High Resolution
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DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Screen Size
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Screen High Resolution Display
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Screen Functionality
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Screen Display
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Screen Display Progress Waveform Song Analysis
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DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Screen Display High Resolution Refresh Rate
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Screen Function
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Crossfader

11/09/2021
Screen X-Pad
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Shortcut - The shortcuts menu gives easy access to up fader curves, deck time/elapsed, autocue, deck lock, waveform colors, mono split for headphones, and playlists.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Shortcut
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DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Shortcut Ease of Use
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Slip Loop - The slip loop is a traditional roll available via the 3rd mode button along with the release FX, while the first pad mode has the regular 4x4 time signatures lit up in blue, but there are also triplets and odd time signatures lit up in white.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Slip Loop Time Signatures
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HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Slip Loop Release FX
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Sound Color FX - There is 6 sound color FX with the new space and crush, in addition to the existing Filter, Noise, Dub Echo, and Sweep.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Sound Color FX Six Options
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Talkover - There's a talk over functionality along with individual-level controls.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Talkover Level Controls
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Track Viewing Features - The screen's track viewing and analysis features show several waveform viewing features.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Track Viewing Features Analysis Waveform
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Two-Band EQ - There's a two-band EQ adjustment that can be applied to both microphones.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Two-Band EQ
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Tags

  • 3 Band Waveform
  • Beat FX Bank
  • Beat Jump
  • Beat Loop
  • Countdown Timer
  • Crossfaders
  • Decks
  • Features
  • Fourth Mode
  • Functions
  • FX
  • Hardware Unlock
  • Hot Cue
  • Jog Wheels
  • Loop Controls
  • Master Tempo
  • Mixer
  • Performance Pad
  • Phrase Display
  • Pitch Faders
  • Playlist Bank
  • Release Effects
  • Repeat Mode
  • Screen
  • Shortcut
  • Slip Loop
  • Sound Color FX
  • Talkover
  • Track Viewing Features
  • Two-Band EQ

Sources

  • DJ Tech Reviews
  • YouTube
  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS
  • HOME DJ STUDIO
  • Reddit

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
3 Band Waveform Volumes Frequencies
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
3 Band Waveform Monitoring
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Beat FX Bank 4 Favorite FX
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat FX Bank 14 Options
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Beat Jump Varying Divisions
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat Loop 3, 6, 9 Beats
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Beat Loop Auto Loops
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Countdown Timer
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Countdown Timer
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Crossfaders Curve Selection
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Decks
Source

Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
Decks
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Features Touch Preview 3 Band Waveform Beat FX Bank
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Fourth Mode Beat Jump Loop
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Gate Cue Beat Loop Release FX Echo Out Backspins Vinyl Stops
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
FX Creative Mixing
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Hardware Unlock Rekordbox
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Hot Cue Finger Drum Creative Mixing
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Hot Cue
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Jog Wheels Features
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Jog Wheels Functionality
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Jog Wheels Size
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Loop Controls
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Master Tempo Beat Sync
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Mixer Layout
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Mixer Adjustable Curve
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Mixer Sound Color FX Beat FX Crossfader
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Mixer Beat FX Sound Color FX Faders
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Mixer
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance Pad
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Performance Pad Loops
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Performance Pad Custom Drops Loops
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance Pad Illumination
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Phrase Display Marking
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pitch Faders Long Throw
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Playlist Bank
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Playlist Bank
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Release Effects Buildup
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Repeat Mode Looping
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Screen High Resolution
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Screen Size
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Screen High Resolution Display
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Screen Functionality
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Screen Display
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Screen Display Progress Waveform Song Analysis
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Screen Display High Resolution Refresh Rate
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Screen Function
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Screen X-Pad
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Shortcut
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Shortcut Ease of Use
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Slip Loop Time Signatures
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Slip Loop Release FX
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Sound Color FX Six Options
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Talkover Level Controls
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
Track Viewing Features Analysis Waveform
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Two-Band EQ
Source
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Performance & Specifications

  • Comfort
  • Durability
  • Performance - Crossfader
  • Performance - FX
  • Performance - Jog Wheels
  • Performance - Phono Input
  • Performance - Screen
  • Sound Quality
  • Specifications
  • Positive
  • Negative
Comfort - It remains comfortably portable without feeling cramped, as there's plenty of space around all the controls.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Comfort Portable
Source
Durability - The Pioneer RX3 is reliable as it has stood the test of time and is still going strong worldwide.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Durability
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Durability
Source
Performance - Crossfader - The crossfader feels great and is light, smooth, and slightly damped at each end, while the up faders have the authentic Pioneer feel with the right amount of resistance.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance - Crossfader Resistance
Source
Performance - FX - The FX is quick and easy to select, assign, and manipulate. Plus, you can save your preferred FX and presets.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance - FX Ease of Use
Source
Performance - Jog Wheels - The jog wheels have a new onboard display that doesn't show waveform and BPM, unlike with the DDJ 1000, but it does show the album artwork and other information. Performance-wise, it has low latency and is very responsive with a customizable resistance.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance - Jog Wheels Low Latency Customizable Resistance
Source
Performance - Phono Input - The phono inputs are average and respectable for the type of device the RX3 is.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Performance - Phono Input
Source
Performance - Screen - The screen uses a resistive touchscreen technology that requires the pressure from your finger on the screen to register where you're touching. It allows you to scroll through the tracks, but the experience is not similar to an iDevice.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Performance - Screen Resistive Technology
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Performance - Screen Playlist
Source
Sound Quality - Pioneer DJ claimed that the sound had been slightly tuned to remove some harshness. Overall, the sound quality is impressive.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Sound Quality
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Sound Quality
Source
Specifications - The RX3 is a standalone DJ system launched on November 2021; Mains power it, and its dimensions are 73 x 47 x 12cm with a weight of 9.3kg.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Specifications Product type Launch Power Size Weight
Source

Sources

Tags

  • Comfort
  • Durability
  • Performance - Crossfader
  • Performance - FX
  • Performance - Jog Wheels
  • Performance - Phono Input
  • Performance - Screen
  • Sound Quality
  • Specifications

Sources

  • YouTube
  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS
  • HOME DJ STUDIO

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Comfort Portable
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Durability
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Durability
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Performance - Crossfader Resistance
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance - FX Ease of Use
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Performance - Jog Wheels Low Latency Customizable Resistance
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Performance - Phono Input
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Performance - Screen Resistive Technology
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Performance - Screen Playlist
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Sound Quality
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Sound Quality
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Specifications Product type Launch Power Size Weight
Source
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Software

  • DJ Software Compatibility
  • Rekordbox
  • Serato
  • Positive
  • Negative
DJ Software Compatibility - The RX3 is compatible with Rekordbox and Serato DJ Pro.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
DJ Software Compatibility Rekordbox Serato DJ Pro
Source
Rekordbox - The Rekordbox reads the database through a reverse-engineered conversion layer, takes the baseline key, BPM, and hot cues and puts it into their database, takes your playlists and puts them into a flat structure, goes through its analysis on the player so the grid might match up or not depending on how the player would analyze the track. If anyone comes through and has Rekordbox sticks that were analyzed on a mac and used HFS+, it won't work. The Rekordbox conversion gives a worse experience than native software for creating a database.

profbx

11/13/2021
Rekordbox Database Baseline Key Playlist Analysis
Source
Serato - Though not supported initially, Pioneer has revealed that it will support Serato in early 2022.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Serato Compatibility
Source

Sources

Tags

  • DJ Software Compatibility
  • Rekordbox
  • Serato

Sources

  • DJ Tech Reviews
  • Reddit
  • HOME DJ STUDIO

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
DJ Software Compatibility Rekordbox Serato DJ Pro
Source

profbx

11/13/2021
Rekordbox Database Baseline Key Playlist Analysis
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Serato Compatibility
Source
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Alternatives

  • Denon Prime 2
  • Numark Mixstream Pro
  • Pioneer XDJ XZ
  • Positive
  • Negative
Denon Prime 2 - The Denon Prime 2 is one of the most obvious alternatives to the RX3. It’s a robust 2-channel controller with a touchscreen, priced affordably, is WiFi capable, although the Engine Prime software is not the best.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Denon Prime 2 Alternative
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Denon Prime 2 Alternative Affordable Wi-Fi Capable Software - Engine Prime
Source
Numark Mixstream Pro - Mixstream Pro is a good option considering the higgh price of RX3. It has a 7-inch HD screen that is responsive and great to use, a paddle FX control for quick and simple FX executions, and built-in speakers which are poor and a bit gimmicky.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Numark Mixstream Pro Alternative Affordable Features
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Numark Mixstream Pro Alternative Screen FX Controls
Source
Pioneer XDJ XZ - The XDJ XZ is a good option for sticking with the Pioneer ecosystem. It’s a 4-channel mixer with a comprehensive FX section, large mechanical jog wheels with an onboard display, but has a small and dated screen compared to the RX3.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pioneer XDJ XZ Alternative Pioneer Ecosystem
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pioneer XDJ XZ Alternative FX Section Jog Wheels Display Mixer
Source

Sources

Tags

  • Denon Prime 2
  • Numark Mixstream Pro
  • Pioneer XDJ XZ

Sources

  • HOME DJ STUDIO

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Denon Prime 2 Alternative
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Denon Prime 2 Alternative Affordable Wi-Fi Capable Software - Engine Prime
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Numark Mixstream Pro Alternative Affordable Features
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Numark Mixstream Pro Alternative Screen FX Controls
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pioneer XDJ XZ Alternative Pioneer Ecosystem
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Pioneer XDJ XZ Alternative FX Section Jog Wheels Display Mixer
Source
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Comparison

  • RX3 vs Denon Prime 4
  • RX3 vs Denon
  • RX3 vs RX2
  • RX3 vs XDJ 700
  • RX3 vs XZ
  • Positive
  • Negative
RX3 vs Denon Prime 4 - The price of RX3 keeps increasing and is at $2,000, which makes other users consider other units, including the 4-channel Denon Prime 4, which is $200 cheaper by MSRP. Although the RX3 is a great unit because of its looks and screen, the Prime 4 is a better option in terms of price and features, as it can also use Rekordbox software.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Prime 4 Comparison Price
Source

TJ-Zafira

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Prime 4 Comparison Cost Features
Source
RX3 vs Denon - The RX3 has an improved sound quality, added 900NX2 effects, new pad functions, custom jog tension, support FLAC, and has a 10-inch screen while Denon has a great sound quality though seem average beside Pioneer. Also, the latters FX section is uncomfortable as compared to a Pioneer device, and making it work in a Pioneer world is too hard though it can read Pioneer USB's, but every track will need to be analyzed on player and the Rekordbox library import is a one time thing. However, at some point Denon has much more features than Pioneer and is way cheaper. Overall, the Denon are still a big leap from the techs. Additionally, while Denon released 2.0 and 2.1 with major improvements and new features, for free, the Pioneer RX3 still lacks basics like an SD-slot, dedicated beatjump buttons, key-shift, 0.01% pitch, power and ram buffer, and Streaming, DMX or Onboard-Analysis.

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Price Channels Features
Source

NRN-99

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Features
Source

LazyEric

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison FX section Features
Source

Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Rekordbox Data Analysis
Source
RX3 vs RX2 - The RX3 is far above the RX2 in terms of features and capabilities, and it’s the closest you can get to a CDJ-3000 meaning it’s a great option to get used to if you plan to use a CDJ-3000 in a club.

profbx

11/13/2021
RX3 vs RX2 Comparison Features
Source
RX3 vs XDJ 700 - The RX3 has deck sections that fit a club standard layout, but the challenge when changing to a club gear is the absence of stacked waveforms. Therefore, for the same price as small jogs, the XDJ 700s is a better option with a club-standard set-up.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XDJ 700 Comparison Stacked Waveforms
Source
RX3 vs XZ - The XZ is easier to use however it‘s huge and takes up a lot of space. On the other hand, the upgrades on the RX3 are all great additions including a larger screen, better FX, and the LCD screen on the jog wheels). Overall, RX3 is more practical than XZ in terms of mobility and utilization.

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Portability
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Practical
Source

defecks

05/21/2022
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Value
Source

Sources

Tags

  • RX3 vs Denon Prime 4
  • RX3 vs Denon
  • RX3 vs RX2
  • RX3 vs XDJ 700
  • RX3 vs XZ

Sources

  • YouTube
  • Reddit

Crossfader

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Prime 4 Comparison Price
Source

TJ-Zafira

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Prime 4 Comparison Cost Features
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Price Channels Features
Source

NRN-99

11/09/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Features
Source

LazyEric

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison FX section Features
Source

Thinpaperwings

11/13/2021
RX3 vs Denon Comparison Rekordbox Data Analysis
Source

profbx

11/13/2021
RX3 vs RX2 Comparison Features
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XDJ 700 Comparison Stacked Waveforms
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Portability
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Practical
Source

defecks

05/21/2022
RX3 vs XZ Comparison Value
Source
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Availability & Price

  • Price
  • Value
  • Positive
  • Negative
Price - The RX3 retails for $1999/£1699/€1999; the street price in the US is $2000.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Price
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Price
Source
Value - It's a good upgrade option if you only have the original RX. Considering the functionality and application ability for making good sets, it's a good price, as it will pay for itself in the long run. Also, it's still cheaper than a CDJ 3000.

chipface

11/13/2021
Value
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Value Functionality Application
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Value
Source

Sources

Tags

  • Price
  • Value

Sources

  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS
  • YouTube
  • Reddit

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Price
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Price
Source

chipface

11/13/2021
Value
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Value Functionality Application
Source

DJcityTV

11/09/2021
Value
Source
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Miscellaneous

  • Flaw - Jog Wheels
  • Lacks
  • Lacking
  • Limitation
  • Omissions
  • Popularity
  • RX3
  • Positive
  • Negative
Flaw - Jog Wheels - The jog wheels are small and, for the most part, not as comfortable using larger platters. Plus, they're not mechanical jog wheels.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Flaw - Jog Wheels Size
Source
Lacks - The RX3 lacks an encoder for managing loops, which is present in Denon and Native instruments, no key sync, which allows key matching for a more harmonic transition, no Pro-Link/Ethernet, and no key shift.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Lacks Encoder
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Lacks Key Sync
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Lacks Pro Link/Ethernet
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Lacks Bigger Jog Wheels
Source
Lacking - It doesn't quite fulfill the standards for a standalone unit as it doesn't have wifi; also, the screen looks outdated and lacks connectivity options.

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Lacking Wi-Fi Screen Connectivity
Source
Limitation - This deck cannot analyze songs from a USB stick yet, so the Rekordbox must analyze the tracks first, and it doesn't have a streaming capability.

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Limitation Song Analysis Streaming Capability
Source
Omissions - Some odd omissions include the key shift, DVS support, cloud compatibility, and the Ethernet port.

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Omissions Key Shifting DVS Cloud
Source
Popularity - The Pioneer XDJ-RX3 has become an instant favorite as an all-in-solution, and the early reviews highlighted the expansive feature set and its solid update from its predecessor.

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Popularity
Source
RX3 - The Pioneer's XDJ-RX3 has arrived and will compete in the market.

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022

Sources

Tags

  • Flaw - Jog Wheels
  • Lacks
  • Lacking
  • Limitation
  • Omissions
  • Popularity
  • RX3

Sources

  • HOME DJ STUDIO
  • DIGITAL DJ TIPS
  • YouTube
  • DJ Tech Reviews

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Flaw - Jog Wheels Size
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Lacks Encoder
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Lacks Key Sync
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Lacks Pro Link/Ethernet
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Lacks Bigger Jog Wheels
Source

Digital DJ Tips

11/09/2021
Lacking Wi-Fi Screen Connectivity
Source

Crossfader

11/09/2021
Limitation Song Analysis Streaming Capability
Source

DIGITAL DJ TIPS - Phil Morse

11/09/2021
Omissions Key Shifting DVS Cloud
Source

HOME DJ STUDIO - Patryk Biernacki

04/04/2022
Popularity
Source

DJ Tech Reviews - Dex Jones

03/07/2022
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