The Pioneer DVJ-X1 is groundbreaking product that allows users to manipulate and playback synchronized digital audio and video in a way that will revolutionize the DJ industry. By imitating the form and functionality of Pioneer's digital CD turntables like the CDJ-1000MK2, Pioneer is making it simple for digital DJs to adapt to the new product.

DVJs will be able to use the DVJ-X1 to manipulate DVD visuals in exactly the same way as they would music. So realtime digital video scratches, loops and instant cues are all possible with the DVJ-X1, while the video and audio streams always stay in perfect sync, even when they're being reversed and pitched.

This innovative product could very well produce a new breed of entertainer - the DVJ. By combining the skills of a DJ and VJ, you can enjoy the ultimate dance experience. Forward thinking clubs will surely want to take advantage of this audio-visual entertainment concept.

The DVJ-X1 brings together existing A/V technologies into a single unit that interfaces with currently available software and hardware to introduce a completely new form of entertainment. This unique unit satisfies the needs of digital DJs to please their dance-floor audiences with today's newest technology.

The remarkable DVJ-X1 also establishes a platform for dance music labels keen to market their releases, in an arena where there are few opportunities to showcase promotional videos.

The DVJ-X1 offers onboard memory capacity as well as a SD Card slot (similar to the CDJ-1000MK2) for even greater flexibility in performance. This allows for A/V loops and cue points to be stored, either onboard or on a removable memory card. A memory card that is bundled with the DVJ-X1 can store up to 500 loop or cue points. During playback, the saved cue and loop points can be searched, selected and previewed using an external preview monitor. An emergency loop feature makes the DVJ-X1 even more user-friendly with a one-touch solution that automatically loops four beats seamlessly, in line with the beats-per-minute to allow a DVJ extra time to mix from one track to another. The DVJ-X1 is only 25 percent larger than the CDJ-1000MK2, making is fairly simple to replace the CD unit with the revolutionary new DVD replacement in the DJ booth. Pioneer will offer a video switcher to interface with the Fader Start function of many professional audio mixers.

Other exciting features include "hot cue points" that can then be recalled by hitting either of the A, B or C buttons. This function can also be used like a mini sampler adding amazing versatility to a video show. Instant reverse is controlled by using a flickable switch. With no loss of tempo or pitch, it can be used immediately within any track without having to stop or start. Reverse can also be used with the Hot Cue and the Loop Sampler providing endless combinations and effects. A quick and simple way to set a loop while a track is playing. Once the loop is set, it can then be looped continuously or until the ReLoop / Exit button is pressed. When released, the track continues playing without any pause. The loop can be re-trigged at any time by hitting the ReLoop button The DVJ-X1 has a memory feature that lets you store Wave data and Cue and Loop points with a thumbnail image* (thumnail for DVD memory points only). The data can be stored on a removable SD memory crd or the player's internal memory. The removable SD card can also be used in any DVJ-X1, so once you've stored your favorite cue and loop points you can take them with you. (A 16MB SD card is supplied with the player which will hold 500 memory points.)