Something new from Pioneer tomorrow? - Pioneer RMX-1000
Something new from Pioneer tomorrow? - Pioneer RMX-1000 Posted on: 15.03.2012 by Amira Gotcher There's lots of chat on Twitter today about a big announcement from Pioneer tomorrow.At first I thought it must be the CDJ2000 Nexus that everyone has been speculating about recently but i'm starting to believe it might be a new FX unit. Sasha tweeted earlier that he'd got to see a new 'thing' today from Pioneer which he said was a game changer. I'm intrigued to see what they've come up with... | |
| Carlee Pickard 16.03.2012 |
Originally Posted by Xonetacular
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| Felipe Rasper 16.03.2012 | I believe it's a nice piece of gear.... wouldn't buy it tough... |
| France Evoniuk 16.03.2012 | This is interesting... |
| Ulysses Vittetoe 16.03.2012 | Yeah that's what it looks like, I'm anxious to see what the software is like that accompanies it. |
| Bethel Himmelein 16.03.2012 | |
| Basil Forshee 16.03.2012 | It's an FX unit and you can sample some shots with it and overdub that, as far as I can see. |
| Ulysses Vittetoe 16.03.2012 | This looks really cool, I'm excited . It's definitely not just an FX unit from the way they're shown using it. |
| Raymundo Lazzarotto 16.03.2012 | Holographic waveform projections ... No ... Waveforms on an iPad via wifi ... No ... FX via a touch screen ... No ... Red 2000s ... etc |
| Basil Forshee 16.03.2012 | So, just looked in my inbox (yes, I'm subscribed...) and received an email for their new announcement: http://pioneerdj.com/mlmg/rmx1000-en.html
Pioneer is setting a new benchmark in pro-DJ gear
, with the awe-inspiring RMX-1000 remix station. Taking a totally new direction to effectors and samplers, the RMX-1000 is a three-in-one system comprising editing software, innovative performance hardware and VST and AU plug-ins.
Club quality and fully customisable remix station unit The ultimate multi-use unit, the RMX-1000 can be used with mixers, CDJs and laptops in the booth, or with a PC in the studio for recording and producing. With fully customisable settings, the RMX-1000 offers the kind of flexibility never before seen in hardware. The control parameters can be completely modified using the remixbox software included. The hardware offers three ways to access settings. Default activates Pioneer’s intuitive factory settings. And User settings can be stored on the unit, or on an SD card to be taken along to the booth – DJs simply plug their SD card in to get immediate access to their personalised controls. And Pioneer plans to make settings from internationally renowned DJs such as Chuckie, Kissy Sell Out, Kutski, James Zabiela, Doorly and Laidback Luke available for DJs to download. Personally, I believe it's lame. FX from Pioneer sounds like nothing for me - especially since I've used the Xone DB4. But for CDJ DJ's it's a great extension, plus it's not so big as the EFX-500/1000. So this was the game changer that Sasha was talking about? |
| Dorie Scelzo 16.03.2012 |
Originally Posted by Frank112916
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| Albertina Fay 16.03.2012 | looks like it's going to be a new FX processor... could be a fake though.... oh well... http://www.tonecontrol.nl/images/RMX...X-effecten.jpg http://translate.google.com/translat...mix-station%2F |
| Alla Bluemke 15.03.2012 | Thats actually pretty sick. Makes you not really require a DJM 900 as its already got those features...Get an 800 and this and call it a day. |
| Verlene Geevarghese 15.03.2012 | Considering that they've been slashing the prices on all of their gear, maybe they're starting to get the hint? I was going to say anywhere between 1500-2000, but if ~920 winds up being the retail, then the street really won't be all that bad! |
| Dino Hapgood 15.03.2012 | when someone says "Game Changer" about pioneer - I'm just going to believe "replicating what software can do with overpriced and complicated hardware" from now on. I don't understand the appeal of products like this for a few reasons - If you're the type of person who just likes to "turn on and go" with your DJing - then this doesn't appeal to you. If you're the type of person who likes to sit at the computer and remix - There is software that is more powerful and built specifically for this purpose. And you can buy hardware to suit your needs. And Software is more modular. The only people this would even appeal to are individuals who already have the newest kit from pioneer. It doesn't expand their market. It is trying to compete directly with traktor, especially with the F1, and 2.5 w/ remix decks coming out. It basically signals to people "we didn't make the FX in our mixers as good as the FX in this box" so on and so forth. I just don't get it. Forgive me for my ignorance. Maybe I'm young and stupid, but hardware solutions like these just seem a little silly, especially since pioneer is (at least rumored) going to have full integration with Traktor very soon... 1000+ for what would be used as a simple midi controller is strange to say the least. |
| Christina Fallo 15.03.2012 | According to the site the twitter post got the info from, the street price is € 699.00 ($914 USD). Sounds a bit cheap from Pio gear, and definitely cheaper than the EFX-1000. Would like to see a demo of what it does before I consider it, IMO the 900 has plenty of effects as it is... |
| Danae Dumler 15.03.2012 | OK Game changing for sure but not necessarily in the good way. And I thought I was tired of hearing poorly thought out button-mashing wonkathons with people overdoing effects, this will take it to a whole new level.... Still, looks like it will be a lot of fun to play with and I certainly would love to get my hands on one though I probably wont buy it. |
| Dorie Scelzo 15.03.2012 | That actually looks like it could be fun. Anyone want to speculate on price? $1500USD street? |
| Rochel Gleese 15.03.2012 | http://twitter.com/#!/spacelightsound SPECIFICATIONS PIONEER RMX-1000 REMIX STATION Pioneer sets a new stamp on a pro DJ gear , with the awesome RMX-1000. With a totally new vision of and interaction with effectors and samplers, the Pioneer RMX-1000 consists of three systems: editing software, hardware and innovative VST and AU plug-ins. Technological innovation is the DNA of Pioneer. Only thus could a remix Pioneer drive as the RMX1000 develop which not only add effects to your mix, but also new beats and sounds to create personalized and samples can employ. And thanks to the Quantize function, they will always be in line with your set! The RMX-1000 facilitates all possibilities of studio effects and beat boxes, with the combination of pro DJ gear . Intuitive features of Pioneer's flagship - as the insulator of the FX DJM2000, the X-Pad of the DJM900 and chaining of multiple TX EFX1000 - are developed and brought together in this new unit. To these concepts further simplify the RMX-1000 makes use of intuitive DJ 'controls' for various parameters to manipulate. Each effect is designed for a totally unique way to work with the interface, for results that were previously only possible with hours of studio work or robotic skills. Although the device is incredibly easy to operate, DJs can still create a completely unique sound with Pioneer braking xbox editing software. Thanks to xbox braking allows DJs the RMX-1000 hardware to fully customize their own style and own sample banks load! And the settings on an SD card can store their own personalized DJs DJ rig take with them wherever they occur. As icing on the cake, Pioneer intends to settings and samples of internationally known DJs to upload to the website so DJs can give themselves an edge. The RMX-1000 as a USB controller for the included RMX-1000 VST and AU plug-ins to use is the same unerring sense studio DJ mixes achieved so hours of studio productions, editing can be prevented. Important features of the RMX1000: 1. Club quality and fully customizable remix station unit The ultimate multi-use unit, the RMX-1000 can be overused with mixers, cdjs and laptops in the booth, or with a PC in the studio for recording and Producing. With fully customizable settings, the RMX-1000 Offers the Flexibility child or never before seen in hardware. The control parameters can be modified Completely Using the braking xbox software included. The hardware offering three ways to access settings. Default activates Pioneer's intuitive factory settings. And User settings can be stored on the unit, or on an SD card to be taken along to the booth - simply plug Their DJs SD card to get immediate access to personalized Their controls. And Pioneer plans to make settings from Internationally renowned DJs Such As Chuckie, Kissy Sell Out, Kutski, James Zabiela, Laidback Luke and Doorly available for DJs to download. The unit's user-friendly, intuitive controls are Divided into four categories: Scene FX • The Scene FX wheel Allows DJs to build up and break down at the tracks by combi tion types or effects. • Use the top section to build up, adding effects like noise, Echo and Spiral Up and the bottom section to break down, cutting sounds with effects like Crush Echo, and Reverb Spiral Down Down. • Twist the knob to move from central to Dry Wet to add pitch and intensity to the effect that's in play. • Plus, two sub-parameter dials allow DJs to Manipulate Time and the Resonance parameters for even more character. Isolator FX • Inherited from high-end Pioneer's DJM-1000 mixer, the RMX-1000's isolators allow DJs to change the main audio input s rhythm and timbre Using hi-, mid-and low-frequency bands. • Plus, three effects are loaded into the dials for even more Flexibility: Cut / Add, Trans / Roll and Gate / Drive. X-Pad - Pitch control with exclusive • DJs will be itching to get Their fingers on the RMX-1000's intuitive X-Pad. Evolved from Pioneer's flagship mixer, the DJM-900nexus, the touch-sensitive X-Pad Reaches new levels or Ingenuity on the RMX-1000. • Instantly DJs can get involved with the unit's drum samples by tapping the individual sample buttons (Kick, Snare, Clap and Hi-Hat), or by Using the X-Pad to roll (repeat) the samples at different speeds. • Their Own DJs can record beats and patterns on the fly by switching on Overdub, then use Roll and Mute to Manipulate Each sample in a variety of impressive combinations. • The Quantize button snaps Each tap of the sample pads to the nearest beat, so DJs sound always on time. • And for truly unique performances, DJs can add up to 16 samples across the four sample banks, Which THEY CAN Instantly trigger and Manipulate constantly live performance. • For Unprecedented Flexibility on the fly, DJs can edit the sample banks through braking xbox and even alter them on constantly. • And, as if That was not enough, the RMX-1000's exclusive Pitch knob alters the pitch to add even more character to beat Each repeated. FX Release • The DJ's get-out-of-jail-free card, the FX Release Allows DJs to seamlessly and elegantly complex effect combinations exit and return to the original track. • Three modes with three customizable speeds - Back Spin, Echo and Break |
| Verlene Geevarghese 15.03.2012 | I believe he's still using CDJ2000's, but with a DB4 and Rekordbox analyzed sticks. Occasionally he'll connect a MBP with ableton for samples every now and again if I'm not mistaken. He was definitely using T2 recently, as my buddy who was at his show was quite bummed about (he's a vinyl purist). But I definitely fourth the notion that if Sasha is standing behind the product, it must at least be interesting (and overpriced). |
| Dorie Scelzo 15.03.2012 |
Originally Posted by Xonetacular
He used CDJ-2000s with Rekordbox for a while…toyed around with Traktor 2, though IDK how long that stuck around. If he says its a game changer, I'm guessing either that the CDJ-2000Nexus (or whatever) is somehow really awesome or that they did something subtle like giving Rekordbox functionality to an iOS app, so you don't have to have a computer to use Rekordbox. I don't really know what to expect, but I'll bet it'll be overpriced. |
| Alla Bluemke 15.03.2012 | I'm feeling like a new apple goodie is being released. Like iphone 5 day or something haha. |
| Romelia Stankard 15.03.2012 | Yeah that's the only reason I'm excited, I trust sasha here. |
| Amira Gotcher 15.03.2012 | You're right djproben but coming from Sasha, who is not Pioneer sponsored (he was very late to switch to CDJs and uses Allen and Heath mixers) suggests its a genuine comment. We'll see tomorrow I guess. |
| Kasi Marget 15.03.2012 | Maybe it's not hardware :D |
| Alla Bluemke 15.03.2012 | haha very true. Although the idea of a link feature that has waveforms on top of each other would be insane. zoomed wave forms, and waves showing up on both screens overlaying each other would be so crazy though. They will never have an all in unit that in not hooked up to a controller. People what their modular products, and it would kill their business model. |
| Len Lukawski 15.03.2012 | Steroids. Now that was a game changer. Level 2. Now that was some next level stuff. |
| Danae Dumler 15.03.2012 | I suppose it's not possible that the term "game-changer" is just an overused marketing gimmick. |
| Romelia Stankard 15.03.2012 |
Originally Posted by Rukks
I'm believeing (hoping) CDJ with zoomed waveforms. |
| Lang Abriel 15.03.2012 | One unit, no computer needed, has side by side waveforms...if its a "gamechanger". Something that acts like a computer but doesn't use a computer because obviously pioneer can't give in to dj's using laptops. |
| Alla Bluemke 15.03.2012 | I hope its not a 2k nexus. Cause I just got my 2ks! haha I don't want gear envy just yet! |
| Amira Gotcher 15.03.2012 | James Zabiela has been doing a few photoshoots for Pioneer recently and he's their FX guru which made me believe it's a new FX unit. I'd prefer it to be a 2k Nexus though as I'm pretty covered for fx with the DB4... |
| Alla Bluemke 15.03.2012 | And a new CDJ is? I mean not sure how much they can change to a CDJ to make it a game changer.... But who knows. |
| Romelia Stankard 15.03.2012 | I'm sure it's the 2K Nexus, I'm very curious to see what they come up with and I really hope it is as big as they make it out to be and not just a 2K MK1 with a few tiny updates. I doubt it's an FX unit, there is not a big enough market really and external DJ FX units aren't game changers. |
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