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Pioneer RMX-1000 is one-stop DJ device

Chris Davies, Mar 16th 2012 Discuss [0]

Pioneer has revealed its latest double-punch hardware/software combo for budding digital DJs, with the new RMX-1000 controller that also doubles as an effects and sampling station. Operating as a tactile USB controller for Pioneer's VST and AU DJ software, and as a standalone effects/sampler system when you're out of your studio, there are multiple preset effects banks that can be user-programmed or loaded up with celebrity DJ configurations. Read The Full Story

Pioneer N-30 and N-50 Elite Networked Audio Players revealed

Chris Burns, Jan 4th 2012 Discuss [1]

It would seem that Pioneer has a few surprises before the big events next week, today revealing their line of networking devices will expand with two new Elite branded audio players by the name of N-30 and N-50. Both of these players will be equipped right out of the box with AirPlay and DLNA 1.5 wireless technologies, with vTuner Internet radio as well as both Android and iPhone control apps in tow. Your lovely 2.5-inch full-color LCD display will be showing off all the action right up front as your whole room is filled with explosive sound. Read The Full Story

Pioneer BDP-140 3D Blu-ray Player now available

Paul Fang, Nov 16th 2011 Discuss [0]

Remember Pioneer's announcement of their trio of 3D Blu-ray players back in September? Well, the entry-level BDP-140 is now available for purchase on Pioneer's own website for a manufacturer's suggested retail pricing of $299.99. This latest 3D Blu-ray player from Pioneer includes the ability for audio and video streaming from Pandora, YouTube, and Netflix, as well as having the option to play audio and video from USB and DLNA sources. Now, thanks to Pioneer, you can watch your movies in Blu-ray high-definition AND in 3D. Read The Full Story

Pioneer X-SMC3-S Music Tap Airplay music player revealed

Chris Burns, Nov 16th 2011 Discuss [1]

This week the folks at Pioneer have simultaneously revealed and put up for sale their newest stereo system which works with a Airplay on your iPhone, iPod Touch, or iPad! It's a sleek and fashionable looking device that can sit on your desk and look impressive while you choose to play the music from anywhere in your home or office wirelessly or through its slide-out dock. The dock of course only works with your handheld devices, your iPad will have to sit to the side if you're working it that way. Could this finally be your ultimate iPod player of choice? Read The Full Story

Pioneer reveals Zypr as free, open alternative to Siri

Rue Liu, Nov 7th 2011 Discuss [2]

Pioneer launched a free platform today called Zypr that will offer intelligent voice-controlled assistance features similar to Apple's Siri. Whereas Siri is currently limited to only the iPhone 4S and will likely still remain limited to iOS over time, Zypr isn't limited to only one mobile operating system and can be used on smartphones, tablets, and other consumer electronic devices, including in-vehicle entertainment systems, smart TVs, and more. Read The Full Story

Pioneer unveils Steez portable entertainment gear

Shane McGlaun, Oct 20th 2011 Discuss [0]

Pioneer has announced a new line of consumer audio gear that is aimed at the dance community called Steez. The line of gear is aimed at the user that likes to have dance battles. Yeah I am serious. There are several products in the new line and they can all be used with a free PC software app that lets the user change the music tempo, set choreographed cue points, create smart playlists, and more. Read The Full Story

Pioneer DDJ-ERGO-V DJ controller makes your mix flashy

Chris Davies, Sep 29th 2011 Discuss [24]

Pioneer continues to polish its virtual DJ controller line-up, with the latest DDJ-ERGO-V model packing so many LEDs you could probably outshine a half dozen glitterballs. Hooking up to your PC or Mac via a single USB connection, the DDJ-ERGO-V offers a pair of 115mm controllers, an integrated audio interface, the ability to control up to four decks from one unit, and various blinking light patterns to show you how well you're doing on your mixing, beat matching and more. Read The Full Story

Pioneer unveils S-DJ05 Active Reference Speakers

Rue Liu, Sep 12th 2011 Discuss [5]

Pioneer has just unleashed a new pair of active reference speakers for its Pioneer DJ lineup called the S-DJ05. The compact speakers produce excellent sound quality with a larger than normal listening area thanks to its curved waveguide enclosure. The speakers are suitable for both everyday and professional use, such as for those wanting to DJ or produce music. Read The Full Story

Pioneer BCS-717 414 313 and 212 Blu-ray Cinema Systems Make you want to Adopt

Chris Burns, Aug 22nd 2011 Discuss [5]

While Blu-ray has been out for quite a while now, we're still seeing businesses across the board continue to release videos on both the newest high quality medium AND the slightly older and lower quality plain ol' DVD format. Believe it or not, there are quite a few people on the planet still having yet to switch over to the Blu-ray world for more than a couple of reasons - the continued production of DVDs being one of them. What Pioneer is doing here today is making quite a grand swipe at making us want to switch over with four, count them, FOUR new 5.1 Blu-ray home cinema systems. Read The Full Story

Pioneer S-MM301 and S-MM751RU speakers have your desk and bag covered

Chris Davies, Jul 8th 2011 Discuss [0]

Pioneer has outed its latest speakers, the the S-MM301 and S-MM751RU are both intended for computer users rather than those looking for something to blow their faces off during an action movie. The S-MM751RU is a 2.1 set pushing 10W to each angular satellite speaker and 20W to the subwoofer, and comes with a nifty little remote "puck" that not only controls volume and playback but includes an SD card reader and line-in audio input. Read The Full Story

Pioneer Elite VSX receivers pack AirPlay, DLNA streaming, more

Chris Davies, Jun 8th 2011 Discuss [0]

Pioneer has revealed its latest batch of Elite receivers, throwing in Apple AirPlay support along with the company's own Air Jam collaborative playlist system, which allows multiple devices to contribute tracks to a single playlist. The Pioneer VSX-40, VSX-50, VSX-51, VSX-52 and VSX-53 offer seven channels of up to 110W each, have DLNA streaming media support (on all but the VSX-40), and support external zones for multi-room playback. Read The Full Story

Pioneer Officially Unveils AppRadio, Mirrors iPhone Or iPod In Your Car

Rue Liu, May 25th 2011 Discuss [1]

Pioneer has just officially unveiled today a new in-car system called the AppRadio. We first heard about it last month when some details on the device along with an image of the interface leaked. But now details on this first-of-its-kind car audio system have been confirmed and it looks to work tightly with your iPhone and iPod. Read The Full Story