Introducing the CDJ-3000X, AlphaTheta’s Next-Generation DJ Player

Meet the CDJ-3000X, the next-generation flagship professional DJ player from AlphaTheta. While inheriting the legacy of the globally acclaimed CDJ-3000, this new player pushes boundaries even further. The CDJ-3000X offers speedy access to online music. Moreover, the “X” in its name embodies multiple meanings: transformation in the evolution of media, expanded connectivity with various devices and platforms, and extraordinary reliability and sound quality that surpasses the CDJ-3000.

CDJ-3000X

The CDJ-3000X brings enhanced connectivity through its access to cloud storage and music streaming services. It offers flexibility that meets the diverse needs of today’s DJs. With built-in Wi-Fi^®, DJs can connect to the internet without a LAN cable, streamlining setup in any environment. Furthermore, the front panel also features an NFC touchpoint, allowing instant access to online media simply by holding a smartphone over the reader. 

Major advancements in core performance aspects include usability, playability, and sound quality. Enjoy smoother, more intuitive browsing on the new 10.1-inch high-resolution capacitive touchscreen. This offers better visibility and usability, and controls the jog wheel more precisely. DJs can count on the rebuilt play and cue buttons to bring extra durability for years to come. Finally, with a new high-performance DAC and redeveloped power supply, DJs can enjoy powerful and high-resolution sound.

CDJ-3000X KEY FEATURES

Explore new creative possibilities with the groundbreaking advancements in online and storage media support offered by the CDJ-3000X, which enable DJ performances to be more flexible than ever. The player fully supports playback from cloud storage and music streaming services, enhancing every stage of the workflow – from track preparation to playing live. Built-in Wi-Fi enables wireless internet access without the need for LAN cables, helping DJs set up quickly and smoothly in any environment.

On the front panel, an NFC touchpoint allows DJs to instantly access online music by simply holding their smartphone – running the latest version of rekordbox for iOS/Android – over the reader. With just a CDJ-3000X and a phone, DJs can access their music library from anywhere in the world and start their set right away. The player is also equipped with a USB Type-C port for connecting to a USB storage device or PC/Mac – enabling faster, seamless integration with the latest devices and computers.

*DJs need a subscription to the rekordbox Creative or Professional plan, or Cloud Option, to use rekordbox CloudDirectPlay.*Music streaming services may not be available in some countries or regions. Find out more here.

Enhanced browsing experience: Go beyond the next track

Browse, select, and manage tracks more intuitively on the CDJ-3000X. The 10.1-inch high-resolution capacitive touchscreen now displays up to 16 tracks in the browse screen. With better visibility and smooth control, DJs can find and play tracks quicker. For rapid searching, DJs can now copy track information and paste it straight into the search bar. And for the first time on a CDJ, DJs can edit playlists by reordering the tracks directly from the unit.^*1 Even better, if using Cloud Library Sync, any changes made will automatically be synced across all devices.

Manage tracks from various media sources, all in one playlist, with Global Tag List. DJs can tag tracks from their USB device, cloud storage locations, and streaming services, so they all appear in a single list. Those from online sources will start downloading as soon as they are tagged, minimizing load times to help make performances smoother. Plus, the time it takes for track information to display when using rekordbox CloudDirectPlay has been significantly reduced. Even when browsing music stored online, it feels just as smooth as with USB drives.^*1 More playlist editing features, such as track addition and movement between playlists, are planned for future updates.

Enhanced Hot Cue features for quicker preparation and more creativity

Dive into a new Hot Cue workflow, helping analyze the structure of tracks in real time and perform more spontaneously. The CDJ-3000X includes the Touch Cue feature, which lets DJs listen to any point in a track through their headphones. It also introduces the option to set Hot Cues from the point they’re monitoring. For smoother cueing, turn on Smart Cue ^*2. Gate Cue is available too, where sound plays only while DJs hold down a Hot Cue button – opening up new creative possibilities for tone play and other performance techniques.

^*2 To use Smart Cue, DJs will need to enable Overwrite Current Cue with Hot Cue in the utility settings, in advance.

Evolved reliability and usability: Ready for any stage

DJs can depend on the CDJ-3000X more than any CDJ before. It’s built to deliver exceptional reliability, even in the most demanding professional environments. The play and cue buttons have been rebuilt to handle the most energetic use. Meaning, they can withstand over 500,000 additional presses compared to the previous model.

Whether DJs want to scratch dynamically or delicately bend the pitch, they can control the music more precisely. Thanks to the expanded range of jog wheel tension adjustment. If one accidentally disconnects their USB drive or if the internet connection is briefly interrupted, the whole file is cached to the player’s memory. In effect, it will play right to the end, no matter what happens. 

Refined sound performance for powerful electronic music experiences

Immerse the crowd in detailed, dynamic audio that faithfully reproduces every nuance of the original track and enhances the energy of dance music. The CDJ-3000X takes sound quality to the next level. With a new high-performance digital-to-analog converter by ESS Technology, the CDJ-3000X achieves a better S/N ratio than the previous model.

A newly designed power supply unit reduces unwanted noise and enhances low-frequency power. This change delivers punchy bass and a warm tone that won’t tire the ears. The sound tuning of the CDJ-3000X was refined through on-site testing in various club environments and developed with input from professional sound engineers. In effect, it ensures exceptional audio performance in any setting, from intimate venues to large-scale outdoor festivals.

AlphaTheta

Born from Pioneer Corporation, AlphaTheta is the team behind Pioneer DJ. A brand that’s been central to DJ culture for over 30 years. Today, AlphaTheta continues the legacy, fueled by the same people, passion, and commitment to innovation and engineering excellence. It showcases the power music has to connect and unite people everywhere. AlphaTheta is home to a growing ecosystem of products that support creativity and self-expression. The CDJ-3000X sits under the AlphaTheta brand to reflect this expanded mission. In short, its mission is to engage music lovers and creators with intuitive, inspiring tools that make DJing more creative than ever.