AlphaTheta Corporation has unleashed the Pioneer DJ XDJ-AZ, a groundbreaking 4-deck all-in-one DJ system that redefines the standards for professional DJ performance. Building upon the legacy of its predecessor, the Pioneer Dj Xdj-xz Digital Dj System, the XDJ-AZ elevates the all-in-one DJ experience to unprecedented heights, incorporating club-standard layout, cutting-edge features, and unparalleled usability.
Designed as a permanent fixture for premier venues like clubs, expansive event spaces, and professional studios, the XDJ-AZ is also the ideal companion for DJs who demand top-tier equipment on the go. This single, powerful unit provides a comprehensive performance environment, empowering DJs to push their creative boundaries and deliver electrifying sets in any setting.
Experience seamless control and intuitive performance with the XDJ-AZ, which meticulously mirrors the layout and feel of the flagship CDJ-3000 multi player and DJM-A9 mixer. Integrated Wi-Fi® unlocks access to brand-new music and expansive cloud-based libraries, allowing DJs to play the freshest tracks and utilize up-to-the-minute performance data, including Hot Cues, anytime, anywhere. Furthermore, compatibility with Beatport Streaming expands your musical horizons, offering direct access to a vast catalog of tracks. Combined with versatile multi-device support, the XDJ-AZ offers DJs unparalleled flexibility in music source selection.
With advanced 4-deck playback, the XDJ-AZ empowers DJs to create richer, more dynamic mixes and explore new sonic territories. The expansive 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen revolutionizes track selection and menu navigation, providing intuitive and rapid control. A built-in transmitter facilitates effortless syncing with the HDJ-F10 SonicLink-compatible professional DJ headphones via an ultra-low-latency wireless connection. Furthermore, the XDJ-AZ boasts enhanced sound quality compared to previous models. By seamlessly blending the latest technology with an intuitively designed layout, the XDJ-AZ represents the future of all-in-one DJ systems.
Club-Standard Feel and Unrivaled Control: A DJ’s Dream
The XDJ-AZ is engineered to provide an intuitive and immersive DJ experience, inheriting the layout and tactile feel of Pioneer DJ’s flagship CDJ-3000 and DJM-A9 units. Performing on the XDJ-AZ feels like an extension of your creativity, enabling a deeper connection with your music and audience. The full-size jog wheels, identical to those on the CDJ-3000, offer incredibly smooth and responsive pitch bending and scratching capabilities. The mixer section mirrors the intuitive layout of the DJM-A9, with meticulously placed controls to maximize playability and workflow. User-friendly buttons for assigning Beat FX empower DJs to inject their unique sonic signature into every performance. Mastering the XDJ-AZ translates directly to confidence and proficiency with industry-standard club equipment, ensuring you are always ready to perform at your peak in any professional environment.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 01 Club-standard DJ experience
Wireless Freedom and Expansive Media Support: Adapt to Any DJ Style
The XDJ-AZ breaks barriers with its built-in Wi-Fi® and comprehensive media compatibility, adapting to diverse DJ workflows and preferences.
rekordbox CloudDirectPlay Compatibility: Your Cloud Library at Your Fingertips
Access your entire rekordbox cloud library directly from the XDJ-AZ via CloudDirectPlay. Retrieve the latest versions of your playlists and performance data, including Hot Cue information, and even update your library directly from the unit. This streamlined integration ensures a seamless and efficient DJ experience, allowing for complete preparation directly from your all-in-one system.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 02-01 rekordbox CloudDirectPlay
StreamingDirectPlay Compatibility: Dive into Beatport’s Vast Music Universe
With integrated support for Beatport Streaming, the StreamingDirectPlay feature unlocks direct access to Beatport’s extensive dance music catalog and curated genre-specific playlists. The XDJ-AZ provides essential analysis data, including waveform, BPM, and beat grid information, enabling seamless integration of new and diverse music into your sets.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 02-02 Beatport Streaming
Unmatched Device and DJ Application Compatibility: Versatility Redefined
Beyond USB drive playback, the XDJ-AZ offers extensive connectivity options. DJs can connect their PC/Mac or mobile devices for software control. For DJs seeking to incorporate external instruments, the XDJ-AZ supports audio input from devices such as turntables and samplers. A USB Type-C port facilitates seamless connection to PC/Mac for rekordbox Performance mode or Serato DJ Pro control, eliminating the need for paid subscription plans for either software. Leveraging Wi-Fi® connectivity for rekordbox Link Export allows for convenient access to tracks from your PC/Mac or mobile device wirelessly.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature Comparison Chart Device Compatibility
Large Touchscreen for Intuitive Control: Navigate and Perform with Ease
The expansive 10.1-inch capacitive touchscreen on the XDJ-AZ transforms control and information access. Displaying up to 13 tracks simultaneously – a significant increase from the XDJ-XZ – the screen enhances music library visibility and track selection speed. Advanced features like Playlist Bank, Touch Preview, and Touch Cue streamline workflow and performance. Playlist Bank enables rapid access to up to 4 pre-registered playlists. Touch Preview allows for track previews directly from playlists without loading, and Touch Cue enables previewing upcoming track sections currently playing on deck. Simultaneous display of Performance Pad and Beat FX settings provides instant visual feedback, ensuring DJs have all critical information at their fingertips.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 03-01 Large Touchscreen Control
Standalone 4-Deck Playback: Unleash Your Creative Potential
The XDJ-AZ’s standalone 4-deck playback capability opens up a world of creative possibilities. DJs can layer sounds, create dynamic live mashups, perform back-to-back sets, and prepare tracks for seamless transitions. The XDJ-AZ integrates seamlessly with CDJs via PRO DJ LINK™ compatibility, synchronizing beat and on-air information across all players for unified control.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 04-01 Standalone 4-Deck Playback
SonicLink Wireless Monitoring: Uninterrupted Performance Freedom
Experience ultra-low-latency wireless monitoring with the integrated SonicLink transmitter, designed for use with the HDJ-F10 professional DJ headphones. One-button pairing simplifies setup, providing DJs with freedom of movement within the booth or stage without cable restrictions. AlphaTheta’s proprietary SonicLink technology transmits audio 20 times faster than standard Bluetooth® SBC codec, eliminating perceptible latency between control inputs and audio output.
XDJ-AZ Key Feature 05 SonicLink Wireless Monitoring
Professional, Club-Ready Audio Quality: Engineered for Sonic Excellence
The XDJ-AZ represents a significant leap in audio fidelity compared to the pioneer dj xdj-xz digital dj system. Incorporating a high-performance 32-bit D/A converter from ESS Technology, the XDJ-AZ delivers exceptionally clear and dynamic audio, optimized for large venues and demanding club environments. A dedicated 3-Band Master EQ allows for precise output sound shaping to match venue acoustics. A dedicated mixer settings button provides quick on-screen access to mixer status and adjustments.
Other Features:
- Dynamic Playability with Large Performance Pads
- Seamless DJ Transitions with 3 USB Inputs (2 top-loading, 1 laptop connection)
- Gate Cue mode for nuanced Hot Cue Performance
- rekordbox Performance mode unlock (no license required)
- Link Export compatibility for rekordbox Mac/Windows and iOS/Android
- Serato DJ Pro compatibility (no license required, coming December 2024)
- AlphaTheta Care extended warranty service
Specifications:
| Maximum Dimensions (W × D × H) | 895 × 504.1 × 133.4 mm / 35.24” × 19.85” × 5.25” |
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| Main unit weight | 13.5 kg / 29.8 lbs. |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (USB) |
| S/N ratio | 115 dB (USB) |
| Total harmonic distortion | 0.0018 % (USB) |
| Accessories | Power cord Quick Start Guide Precautions for use Warranty (for some regions) |
| Compatible software | rekordbox for Mac/Windows rekordbox for iOS/Android Serato DJ Pro (Coming December 2024) |
Terminals:
| Inputs | LINE / PHONO × 2 (RCA) MIC × 2 (XLR & 1/4” TRS jack) |
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| Outputs | MASTER × 2 (XLR × 1, RCA × 1) BOOTH × 1 (1/4” TRS jack) PHONES × 2 (1/4” stereo jack × 1, 3.5 mm stereo mini jack × 1) |
| USB | USB Type-A × 2 USB Type-C × 1 |
| Others | LAN port (100BASE-TX) × 1 |
Wireless LAN:
| Supported standards | IEEE 802.11 a / b / g / n / ac |
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| Frequency band used | 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz |
Bluetooth:
| Wireless system | Bluetooth ver. 5.3 |
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| Compatible codecs | SBC, AAC |
SonicLink:
| Frequency band used | 2.4 GHz |
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Performance Control:
| Channels | 4 |
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| Deck Control | 4 (USB Storage Device) 4 (DJ Software Control) |
| Jog Wheel | 206 mm |
| Jog Feeling | ✓ |
| Sound Color FX | ・DUB ECHO ・NOISE ・SWEEP ・FILTER ・SPACE ・CRUSH |
| Beat FX | ・DELAY ・ECHO ・PING PONG ・SPIRAL ・REVERB ・TRANS ・FILTER ・TRIPLET FILTER ・FLANGER ・PHASER ・ROLL ・TRIPLET ROLL ・HELIX ・MOBIUS |
Visit the official rekordbox website for software specifications: rekordbox.com
Visit the official Serato website for Serato DJ Pro specifications: serato.com/dj/pro
