Other common features for the two receivers is support for high-resolution file format playback, custom installation features, and 4K Ultra HD compatibility. Both receivers can be controlled via the Pioneer ControlApp and iControlAV2013 app. The 43 series can be configured as a true 7.1-channel set up or a 5.1-channel set up with the two extra channels operating a pair of speakers in the second room for dual zone capability.

The receiver supports the ability to do things like watch a movie on the main zone and listen to music from a CD in the second zone at the same time. The 70 series offers the ability to use different entertainment sources in three zones at the same time. The second zone supports two speakers while the third zone supports an additional HDMI source.

The VSX-70 has eight HDMI inputs. Each receiver also supports Mobile High Definition Link connectivity and the front HDMI inputs on the receivers double as an MHL 2.0 input for MHL equipped Android devices. The VSX-43 will sell for $525 and the VSX-70 will sell for $750. Both receivers are available at Pioneer retailers now.

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The Boost Color FX feature allows the user to change the parameter of the effect by varying the rotation speed of the integrated controller knob. The faster the knob is turned, the more the selected effect is intensified. The knob can work with any of the integrated mixer effects including effects such as filter, crush, noise, and jet.

The Sound Color FX feature also offers the same four effects providing more creative mixing options. Pioneer says that users can switch between Sound Color FX and Boost Color FX to match the music playing. The mixer also has a Beat Effect feature with 13 different types of effects that can be combined with both the Boost Color FX and Sound Color FX to create over 100 types of effects.

The DJ mixer features a 24-bit/96 kHz high-performance USB soundcard inside. That USB soundcard supports simultaneous input and output of stereo signals from up to four inputs and outputs. The mixer also has a 32-bit digital sound processor and send/return circuit parts combined with a low-jitter crystal oscillator for precise audio signals an accurate audio reproduction. The DJ mixer will be available in black or silver with both landing in June for $1199.

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All of those receivers share many of the same features. The new receivers have expanded iPhone, iPad, and iPod support allowing users to listen to their music store those devices and display album art and metadata when connected to a TV or other display source. The three top models in the range can play content from the iPad and charge the device with support for iPhone and iPod devices via cables.

One of the cables available does support the Lightning port on the iPhone 5. The high-end 1123 unit also has an interactive owner’s manual that helps users learn the functions of the receiver by automatically opening content about a specific feature on the receiver when the user presses a button and needs more detail. The 823 and 1023 receivers can also be controlled using smartphone applications.

On 823 and higher models, the receivers feature a MHL 2.0 input and the new receivers also support HTC Connect. The three top models of receivers support Apple AirPlay for wireless streaming from the iPhone or iPod. Other features of family include 4K Ultra HD Pass Through on all of the new receivers and the high-end 1123 is able upscale analog and HDMI video signals to 4K Ultra HD resolution. The new receivers will be available in March at prices ranging from $279 up to $629.

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The three navigation systems specifically feature iPhone 5 compatibility and high resolution touch screen displays ranging from 6.1 to 7-inches in size. Other features of the navigation systems include a new mapping interface with integrated real-time traffic information available. The navigation receivers also have a new graphical user interface, AppRadio Mode, integrated Bluetooth, and are SiriusXM ready.

The receivers also support HD Radio and DVD/CD/MP3 playback along with USB connectivity. The iPhone 5 connectivity for the navigation products does require the optional Pioneer CD-IH202 kit that sells for $50 and two Apple accessories including the Lightning to USB cable and the Lightning digital AV Adapter is required for the AVIC-Z150BH and AVIC-X950BH.

The AVIC-X850BT requires the optional CD-IV202NAVI kit that retails for $100, the Lightning to USB cable, and the Lightning to VGA adapter. With these accessories, the user will be able to select control iPhone 5 apps via the in-dash touchscreen display. Drivers will also be able to play and control music and video stored on the iPhone 5 on the larger Pioneer tuner screen. The AVIC-X850BT, AVIC-X950BH and AVIC-Z150BH will be available in late March with suggested retail prices of $800, $950 and $1200, respectively.

The DJ mixer also has Pioneer Pro DJ Link technology built-in. Other features include a 5.8-inch LCD multitouch panel with screen effects. The device also supports Beat Effects, and MIDI control capability. The DJ mixer can be linked using network cables with multiple Pro DJ Link enabled Pioneer CDJ players.

That connectivity allows the devices to share a single SD card with music files or USB storage. The device can also interface with up to two laptops that are running the Pioneer rekordbox music management software to allow two DJs to switch between performances. The DJM-2000nexus has excellent sound quality with an audio circuit clock using a highly stable crystal oscillator, and it uses noise reduction circuitry.

The mixer also has an integrated peak limiter to keep audio playing at maximum output while limiting distortion and preventing damage to the mixer. The mixer also has a Live Sampler allowing sound from microphone or master output to be recorded directly to the mixer and then sent out to a supported CDJ device for scratching or sampling. The DJM-2000nexus will be available in November for $2999.

The event lasted four days, and pioneer has now announced the winners of the contest. The competition lasted three days continuously, and Pioneer says that nine new apps were created to work with the platform. The apps range from software designed to read Facebook postings and tweets to drivers to car maintenance apps that monitored and measured tire pressure and looked for air leaks.

The contest had three Categories that included safe in-vehicle use of social networking services through voice recognition and text-to-speech, geo-tagged automotive related location-based services, and apps that incorporated technology, products, or services on display at the 2012 SEMA show. The app that won in the social networking category was called Tiles. The app automatically aggregated social media content by taking into account the current time, location, and social activity of the user among other things.

The location-based services app is called CarTourin’. This at is a sightseeing application using location-based services to guide users along a series of tour destinations. The app that showcased technology on display at the show was called CAMBUDDY Drive. This app allows users to control the new GoPro HERO3 camera from inside the car and overlay the recorded video with real-time performance data using the PLX Kiwi 2 and sensors integrated into the iPhone.

We talked about the Pioneer AppRadio back in June of 2011. The Hackathon event will last 69 hours and will kick off on Tuesday, October 30 and end on Friday, November 2. Pioneer has a pool of prizes worth over $50,000 in cash, and merchandise. Prizes will be awarded to the best apps developed in three different categories during the four-day event.

Pioneer is still looking for participants in the contest from developers of all types. The company is calling on developers to create native, backend, and front-end software and user interface designers to participate. Pioneer is focusing on three categories for app development during the contest.

The app categories include voice interface, social networking automotive applications, location-based services applications, and a SEMA Member automotive accessory application. That last category is intended for the development of concepts that incorporate one or more SEMA exhibitors technology, products, or services into the system. The contest will conclude with the judging of apps submitted the morning of Friday, November 2.

Pioneer used larger jog wheels to allow the DJ more precise mixing and scratching, and the controller has multiple inputs for expandability and four-channel mixing capability. The DJ controller features Dual Decks allowing two tracks to be controlled at the same time to allow for scratching or recalling hot cues on both tracks as if they were performed on a single track. The controller also features Slip Mode.

That mode allows a song to be played silently during a performance loop, scratch, or hot cue and resumes audible playback of the song when the other operation ends. The controller also supports multiple FX mode and single FX mode. Other functions for the controller include the ability to set up to eight hot cue points for each deck and a vertical waveform display for tempo synchronization.

The controller has a number of other features and ships with the Serato DJ software. The DDJ-SX has dual CD and phono/line inputs for external devices and two inputs for microphones. It also features two master outputs with XLR and RCA capability. The controller will ship in November at an MSRP of $1199.

The new CDJ player also supports compatibility with Pioneer’s rekordbox App for the iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch. The device offers functions such as Beat Sync, Wave Zoom, and Slip. The new DJ player is able utilize music from multiple sources, including hard drives, flash drives, and SD memory cards. The new Wi-Fi connectivity allows the device to access music on a portable device such as an iPhone or an iPad.

This is the first time that a Pioneer CDJ device has been able to access music wirelessly on portable devices via Wi-Fi. When the smartphone is running the rekordbox app, the DJ can create playlists, cue/loop points, beat location settings, waveform analysis, and more right on the mobile device. Wireless functionality also supports Mac computers using the software.

The CDJ-2000nexus player has a full-color 6.1-inch LCD panel with a resolution of 480 x 234. The screen can be used to display song title and album art along with detailed track information. The display will also show Wave data for each song and the new Wave Sync function allows five different magnification levels for wave data. The device will be available in September an MSRP of $2399.

The controller ships with Virtual DJ Limited Edition DJ software. That software allows the user to perform with music stored on a Windows PC or a Mac. The DJ controller is available with five different body colors including white, black, red, green, and violet. The device has multicolored LED backlighting on the jog wheel and the user interface of the DJ software included can be color customize to match the DJ controller.

This controller is designed to be easy for beginners to learn and has multiple features. Features include Jog FX to bind multiple effects to the jog wheel. Pulse Control provides visual prompts with a variety of colored lights on the jog wheels with lights for mix pulse, launch pulse, and FX pulse.

The device gets power from the USB connection on a computer so it doesn’t need an external power supply. It features integrated audio ports allowing for high quality input and output of different sounds. The controller also features an integrated soundcard for extended music storage and portability. The design for the controller makes it physically small and weighs less than 4 pounds. Pioneer will launch the controller in September at an MSRP of $399.

The coolest of the features in the 2013 lineup start with the DEH-2500UI and DEH-150MP models. Both of these models offer a single disc CD player and customizable multi-color illumination for controls and buttons. That feature is nice because it allows you to match the colors of the radio to the color of the lights inside your vehicle. Pioneer lights the areas on and around the buttons and volume knobs to make it easier for you to adjust settings in the dark.

Both of those higher-end receiver models are Made for iPhone certified with integrated iPhone and iPod connectivity allowing the user to access and play music from your iTunes library from the radio’s front panel controls. The radio can also charge the iPhone using a charging cable. The two higher-end models also include USB connectivity supporting music stored on flash drives and the USB port is located on the front of the radio.

The FH-X700BT and DEH-X6500BT both support Bluetooth for hands-free calling and music streaming. They support pairing with iPhones back to the 3GS version, and the systems support voice control via Bluetooth. Various 2013 versions of these in-car radios also support Android devices via the USB connection. All of the 2013 models other than the DEH-P150M support music and streaming audio apps from USB connected iPhones or iPods. These radios are all surprisingly inexpensive as well with availability across the board set for August at MSRPs ranging from $70-$150.

The system also supports USB devices and computers using the included DJ software. The XDJ-Aero is also able to create its own wireless access point when Wi-Fi isn’t available allowing connectivity with portable devices. That means if you’re playing somewhere where there is no external Wi-Fi network, you can still connect to your digital music on your smartphone.

The DJ system can identify up to four separate devices as sources for music playback. The included software is called rekordbox. The DJ system has audio ports for connecting other sources, including pioneer CJ players, and the system can be used as a standalone two-channel mixer. Pioneer includes multiple jog controls, audio effects, and other features into the system.

Features of the XDJ-Aero include a Jog Drum for manipulating samples. Sample Launch has four integrated sounds such as scratch, horn, siren, and laser. The Beat Effect adds four additional sound effects including Trans, Flanger, Echo, and Roll. The final main feature is a Sound Color Filter. The XDJ-Aero will launch this month at an MSRP of $1399.

To refresh your memory, the Pioneer BDP-140 Blu-ray Player supports the latest and greatest high-quality formats including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio for crisp movie viewing, and Super Audio CD (SACD) for music playback. Furthermore, the BDP-140 has the ability to upconvert standard definition sources to 1080p resolution for all the full-HD displays out there. The BDP-140 also offers 3D video output with the most up-to-date HDMI 1.4a spec.

Last but not least, Pioneer’s completely free iControlAV2 App turns various smartphones and tablets into remote controls for the BDP-140. When your Blu-ray player is connected via Ethernet to a wireless router, the app enables users to have basic functions over the player. The iControlAV2 app is available for the iPad, iPhone, iPod touch and for select Android devices. Get your BDP-140 now at Pioneer’s own website.

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This device also has DNLA 1.5, vTuner Internet Radio, and built-in wi-fi connectivity. You’ll be able to see all the action on the integrated 2.5-inch color LCD screen and the whole system is made to work with the free Apple Remote app for ultra-simple control. You can sync your DLNA-certified PCs and hard-drives to work with Music Tap to wirelessly stream music that way, and vTuner Internet Radio will give you access to thousands of internet-base radio stations from all around the world.

There’s another function in here that you can use in collaboration with another free app from the iTunes App Store, that being Air Jam, which when installed on each of your Apple devices allows up to four of them to be connected via Bluetooth to your Music Tap. With this setup you’ll be able to make a group playlist to play on your Music Tap – party time! Have a peek at this video to see what this whole thing is really about, then pick it up from Pioneer for $399.00 instantly.

The device also has eight different inputs and XLR balanced outputs. Other features for the device include a sound color filter, which is a manual filter function on each channel of the device that is enabled with a large knob and can be adjusted to the tune and the DJs tastes. The filter allows the mixing of fader and EQ effects.

The device has eight inputs with patch for four DJ multi-player and analog turntable inputs, three AUX inputs, and a mic input. The mixer can also act as a pre-amp for PCs and other gear. The mixer is compatible with 48 kHz/24-bit digital processing and supports fader start play functionality. It also has peak level meters, and can be rack mounted. A black version will launch in December for $399 and a white version will land in January for $399.

Both of the players also have DLNA 1.5 support, vTuner internet radio, Pioneer AirJam for iOS support, and 2.5-inch color LCDs. The systems can show the album art and song details on the 2.5-inch screen and will show the album art and content on connected TVs or monitors as well. The wireless connection lets the players hook to the user’s iTunes catalog and Pandora, iHeartRadio, and more online services.

The iPod docks on both of the Music Tap players pop out for clean looks when not needed. They each have 2-channel digital amps with dual full range drivers and passive radiators. The Elite branded version has audio tuned by TAD director of speaker engineering. The Elite model also has integrated Bluetooth. Both of these systems will ship in October with the standard version at $399 and the Elite at $479.

The features include wireless capability when used with the optional AS-WL300 adapter. The ability to stream from Pandora, YouTube, and NetFlix. They also have the ability to play audio and video from USB and DLNA sources. The players all support 1080p images and 3D video output with HDMI 1.4a. The three models can also upconvert video to 1080p with reduced image noise. They also support 36-bit deep color.

On the audio front, the trio supports DTS-HD Master Audio, Dolby TrueHD and Super Audio CD. The Elite models take that a bit further with a Precision Quartz Lock System for jitter-free sound from DVDs and Blu-rays. The Elite models also have the new Sound Retriever Link and Stream Smoother Link features that help detect audio and video it rate and send the commands to compatible Pioneer receivers to active those features. The 53FD also has an extra HDMI output and a Marvell Qdeo video processor. The players are now available.

The show has a slew of customized Pioneer CDJ-2000 digital music players that were used as the canvas for the art. The art show is set up to benefit the VH1 Save The Music Foundation. Artists include BT, Bob Haro, George Thompson, Jesse Graves, Joe Hahn, Man One, Ritzy Periwinkle, ROSTARR, Steve Aoki, The Crystal Method, Tommy Lee & DJ Aero as well as Victor “Marka27″
Quiñonez.

The art ranges from 80′s style splatter paint to my personal favorite, the LEGO version. The LEGO version has all the buttons and scratch wheel replaced with LEGO bricks and plates and it is really cool. I also like the turntable with the small keyboard at the bottom and the dual guitar necks on the sides. Check out the source to see all the custom gear.

The AppRadio supports the iPhone and iPod touch and will mirror some content from your phone to the screen on the radio. The AppRadio works with the iPhone contacts, calendar, photos, and provides hands free calling with Bluetooth integration. The device will also support Google maps. The catch is that some functions will only work when the car is park and the brake is engaged.

The list of apps that will display on the 6.1-inch capacitive touchscreen include MotionX-GPS Drive, Inrix, Traffic Rdio, Pandora, and the iPod music library. The device is offered now for $399 in Best Buy, Amazon, and other places. This is really cool, but I don’t like the parked only functionality for some processes. If my kid in the front seat wants to watch a flick the radio should support it.

The earphones have an IPX7 protection rating and can be immersed in water up to 1 meter deep. Inside the earphones is a filter that has a mesh layer and a rubber ring along with a stainless steel plate for a solid inner base. The ear holder portion of the design is round to help keep the earphones in place when you are moving around.

Pioneer ships the earphones with four sizes of soft rubber tips for a customized fit. The drivers inside the earphones are 9mm units with a playback frequency of 10Hz to 20KHz with an impedance of 16 ohms. The plug is a 3.5mm unit so they earphones will work with just about any smartphone and media player. The price is $59.99 and it’s not clear when these earphones will be available to purchase.

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The DJM-T1 is a complete solution with a hybrid mixer, a controller, and an audio interface in one unit. Pioneer designed the new mixer to support and be ready to use the new features of the Traktor Duo 2 software right out of the box. The mixer can be used without a computer if the turntables stop working and the mixer has controls for the six FXs that are included in the software and for crossover adjustments as well.

The mixer supports the Sample Decks feature that allows the DJ to open two scratch decks and load up to four loops or samples in each. The device has a USB soundcard inside and it can be used for scratching with CDJs or turntables. The soundcard will allow the recording of sets to a computer using a cable and the device uses a 24-bit DA converter for clarity. The mixer also has enhanced fader operability and durability. Pricing and availability are unknown at this time.

The earphones get power for the active noise cancellation features with a single AAA battery. That one battery can power the headphones for 120 hours of music. The noise cancellation feature can also be turned off or bypassed when the battery is dead.

Pioneer ships the headphones with an in-flight plug adapter, interchangeable ear tips in four sizes, and a carry pouch. The cord is 4.6-feet long and the earphones sell for $99. You can order them right now and Pioneer promises that they cancel up to 90% of external sounds.

The receiver also has an optional WiFi receiver for wireless connectivity. The receiver is also designed to work with the iPad, iPhone, and iPod as well with an included USB video cable for the device so no dock is needed. The Apple gadgets will also charge while they are docked. The system allows you to listen to music from your iPhone and view the album art on your TV and it can steam other content from your device like YouTube and more.

The Apple gear can also be used as a remote control for the receiver with an app that is available for download. The VSX-1021 supports Bluetooth streaming as well for any smartphone or device with Bluetooth connectivity. Other features include Internet Radio and lots more. The receiver has five HDMI 1.4a inputs and can upscale to 1080p via HDMI.

The T1 is a 4-channel deck controller with six effects and recording. It has an effect area that looks just like the software interface for effects for easy use. The dual jog wheels are 115mm and the controller has Needle Search. The features include a design for laptop integration, optimized audio circuit, and plug and play USB connectivity. The T1 sells for £899.

The DDJ-S1 is a controller for Serato Itch software and is made for connectivity to pro PA gear and has a mic input for talking over tracks. The device is designed to tightly integrate into the software for playing music directly from a computer. It has alphabetic search and slip mode tech. Other features include various inputs and outputs with balanced XLR mode and more, it will sell for £1099.

Other than the shiny gold tone of the headphones, they are functionally the same as the black HDJ-1000 headphones. They feature fully enclosed dynamic stereo drivers that are 50mm dome type. The frequency range of the speakers is 5Hz to 30kHz and the impendence is 36 ohms.

The maximum input power is 3500mA and the sound output level is 107dB/m. The headphones have a 3.5mm headphone plug and come with a 3P mini plus adapter that is gold plated and screws in. The headphones weigh 9.52 ounces and have a 1.2m long connection cord that can be extended to 3 meters. The gold and black versions of the headphones will ship in December for $209.

The DJ08 speakers are bi-amplified 2-way powered speakers with 2.5cm soft dome tweeters. The woofer of the speakers is an 8-inch unit and they have a frequency range of 43Hz to 26kHz. The speakers offer XLR x 1 and TRS x 1 balanced inputs and dual RCA inputs for unbalanced use.

The DJ08 speakers measure 9.84″ x 15.39″ x 14.61″ and weigh 59.52 pounds per pair. The DJ05 speakers have the same specifications and vary in the frequency characteristics, woofer size and weight only. The DJ05 speakers have a range of 50Hz to 25kHz and measure 7.28″ x 11.85″ x 10.16″ with a weight of 29.54 pounds per pair. The woofer is a 5-inch unit in the DJ05 system. Availability for both is set for January with the DJ08 selling for $1199 per pair and the DJ05 selling for $899 per pair.

The VSX-30 and VSX-31 are prices at $550 and $650 respectively and have iPhone and iPod touch control with Bluetooth streaming audio capability with an optional adapter. The receivers also support HDMI 1.4a for 3D content. The high-end SC-37 receiver sells for $2200.

The receiver has a Home Media Gallery feature that lets the user access photos and music files from a computer on a local network and it supports satellite radio and Rhapsody. The VSX-32 has the same features as the other VSX receivers and adds Marvell Qdeo video processing technology.

The two turntables are the CDJ-2000 and the CDJ-900 that are designed to work with digital files and allow the DJ to perform without needing a laptop. The turntables feature Pioneer rekordbox music management software.

Other features of the turntables include Pro DJ Link, Needle Search, USB, and SD connectivity. The SD card function is limited to the CDJ-2000, which also has a CD/DVD capability. Both devices support MP3, AAC, WAV, and AIFF audio files from CD and USB devices. The CDJ-2000 will ship in November for $2,150 and the CDJ-900 will ship in December for $1,600.