One advantage the 500 has over its older brother is the headphone socket, and the ability to use the device as an audio interface. Functionally, there’s no difference – it’s perhaps an annoyance, as most mixer send/return loops use jacks, including all of Pioneer’s – but at worst you’ll need some new cables or adaptors. The 500 lacks the ¼ inch jack input/output sockets found on the RMX-1000, really no loss as those were not actually balanced TRS jacks anyway. You’re also less likely to need to invest in a stand for it. With the 500, you can place it in front of your mixer, deck, or controller, and have much quicker access to the controls. With such hands-on controls, it can feel unnatural to require the unit to be placed above and behind your other kit, as the rear-mounted connections on the RMX-1000 effectively dictated. IO connectors are now on the side, a welcome improvement over the 1000. It has RCA input and output connectors on the side of the unit, with a 3-way level switch to allow it to work at a suitable level whether hooked up to a mixer’s send/return loop, the master output of a controller/mixer, or (if you can afford more than one), directly between an audio source and the mixer. The RMX-500 is a standalone effects unit designed to integrate into an existing DJ setup. PIONER DJM 500 FULLWatch an overview of the unit in this video, then read on for a full review: There is very little else on the market which offers such high quality (and easily repeatable) effects. The RMX-500 stands comfortably along the much more expensive RMX-1000, besting it in many ways, and for only half the cost. The Bottom Line: Dedicated hardware effect units for DJs are still few and far between, with Pioneer’s previous models the only ones ever likely to be found installed in booths around the world. Real-time BPM analysis is among the best on the market, but still not flawless when playing music without four-to-the-floor kicks. PIONER DJM 500 SOFTWAREThe Bad: Still a serious investment, especially if you use software has similar effects built in. Built-in audio interface and headphone socket are actually a significant improvement over the 1000. Completely ‘playable’ the hands-on control offers instant fun, with many ways to get out of trouble if it all goes pear-shaped. Connection ports on the side should help it fit into tighter setups. The Good: Smaller, lighter and cheaper than the RMX-1000. Today, guest reviewer Mojaxx takes a close look at the unit, demonstrates all the features in a video, and offers his perspective on if Pioneer’s new kit is worth picking up. Long Lasting Protection: Our skins provide the best look and protection for your gear using the highest quality material.Pioneer’s new powerful external effects unit, the RMX-500, comes in at a much lower price than the RMX-1000.To get started click on the “Create Your Own” button above! PIONER DJM 500 SKIN
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