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Pioneer Offers DJs Another Tool for Enhancing Their Music Performances with the New REMIX-STATION 500
ANAHEIM, Calif. --(Business Wire)--
NAMM Booth #5810 Hall B - Pioneer Electronics (USA) Inc.
Professional Sound and Visual Division today launched the REMIX-STATION
500, which enhances DJ performances with its ability to generate a range
of sound effects with a variety of buttons and controls, all accessible
at the user's fingertips. The REMIX-STATION
500 offers three effect sections, Rhythm FX, Scene FX and Release
FX, for simple musical arrangements and features the industry's first
"Pressure Controller" knobs, which further alter and vary the effects of
the arrangements. In addition, the system can also act as a USB
controller when used with the included VST1/AU2/RTAS3
RMX-500 Plug-in software.
Pioneer DJ REMIX-STATION 500 (Photo: Business Wire)
"The Pioneer REMIX-STATION 500 can be added to virtually any DJ rig to
give you the ability to insert a multitude of audio effects to the
tracks you're playing," said David Arevalo, director of marketing,
Professional Sound and Visual Division for Pioneer Electronics (USA)
Inc. "Another cool feature on this device, the 'Pressure Controller,'
further enhances the effects giving you more creativity on the fly, so
every performance with it is unique."
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Rhythm FX
The Rhythm FX
section of the REMIX-STATION 500 offers five audio effects, ROLL,
TRANS, ADD, REV DELAY and OFFSET, which cuts up and manipulates parts
of the music playing to produce new rhythms. The effects can be
increased and decreased with a turn of the large knob as well as
altered when the knob is pushed down, activating the pressure
controller.
The Rhythm FX section also incorporates five
Instrument buttons (KICK, SNARE, CLAP, HI HAT and CYMBAL), each
offering six different patterns of sound that can be added with a
simple touch. The unit also features a 4-Beat Sequencer with an OVER
DUB button, and when activated, enables users to record one bar of
each instrument button for more unique sound effects playback. The
OVER DUB can also be deactivated after the recording process and while
playback occurs, to then give users the ability to tap each button for
additional instrument sounds.
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Scene FX
In the Scene FX
section, users can choose from five Build Up effects and five Break
Down effects. The Build Up effects, consisting of MOD, ECHO, NOISE,
SPIRAL UP and REVERB UP, add sounds, while Break Down effects,
consisting of HPF, LPF, ZIP, SPIRAL DOWN and REVERB DOWN, cut sounds.
The large knob increases or decreases the parameters of the chosen
effect with a simple turn as well as changes the effects with a push
of the knob. Two sub-parameters knobs are also available for
additional changes to the effects being produced.
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Release FX
The system also
includes a Release FX button that eliminates the current music playing
and leaves only the sound effects when activated. Release FX can also
be used to create the opposite effect: When the button is disengaged,
all section effects are eliminated while the original music continues
to play. Three types of Release FX are available, Vinyl Brake, Echo,
and Back Spin.
Plug-in Software
Using the included REMIX-STATION 500 VST/AU/RTAS plug-in software, users
can create the same types of music production and effects while
producing on a computer. In addition, connecting the device to a
computer enables it to act as a controller for music production.
Additional Features
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QUANTIZE function enables real-time music analysis and synchronization
of effects along with the beat of the music
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AUTO BPM function automatically measures and follows the tempo of music
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Compact design for easy portability and convenience
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USB-MIDI for use as a MIDI controller
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Mountable on Pioneer's T-U101 (X-Stand)
The REMIX-STATION 500 will be available in February with a suggested
retail price of $499. For a video demonstration of the product click
here.
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Main specifications
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Inputs
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RCA × 1
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Outputs
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RCA × 1, Stereo phones jack (1/4")
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Other ports
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USB B port×1
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Sampling rate
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48 kHz
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A/D and D/A converter
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24 bit
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Frequency response
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20 Hz ~ 20 kHz
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Total harmonic distortion
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0.006 % or less
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S/N ratio
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96 dB
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External dimensions
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12" (W) × 2.6" (H) × 5.2" (D)
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Weight
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2 lbs
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1Virtual Studio Technology is a format that enables the
addition of new effects and instruments to applications for the
production of music. Audio Units is a format that enables the addition
of new effects and instruments to applications for the production of
music.
2 Audio Units is a format enabling the addition of new
effects and instruments to applications for the production of music.
3 Real Time Audio Suite is a format of audio plug-in
developed by Avid Technology.
PIONEER is a registered trademark of Pioneer Corporation. VST
is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH. The
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RTAS are registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc. or its
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Pioneer offers a complete line of professional DJ Equipment through its
Professional Sound & Visual Division. Its DJM series of mixers has
become an industry standard at clubs, studios, mobile rigs and homes
around the world, known for its high quality sound and reliability. For
more information, visit www.pioneerdjusa.com.
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