The black CDJ-850 Performance Multi Player by Pioneer is a CD/USB audio deck capable of playing WAV, AIFF, MP3, and AAC files. The bright and detailed display assists in fast music identification and selection. The CDJ-850 has a front loading CD drive, which can read manufactured audio CDs as well as CD-R/RW's. External storage devices, such as flash drives, connect to the type A USB port on the top panel. The CDJ can utilize these sources without any assistance from a computer. One touch tempo-sensing looping functions make the CDJ-850 excellent for very involved DJ sets. Instead of spending time tweaking the loop, you can be one step ahead in your mix. The CDJ-850 can also transmit MIDI signal from its back panel type B USB connection, which allows control of third party DJ software from a laptop. The built-in HID technology often eliminates the need for a control disc. The CDJ-850 has a professional-level feature set suitable for all DJs, including helpful tools for beginners.
Key Features
Includes rekordbox Software
- The CDJ-850 includes rekordbox, a music management program that catalogs your music library. rekordbox analyzes and prepares files to be used with CDJ turntables.
Compatible with Various File Formats
- The CDJ-850 can play MP3, AAC, WAV and AIFF files.
USB Port
- Located on top of the CDJ-850, a USB port enables connection to an external storage device, minimizing the need for a laptop.
Tag List
- During a set, songs can be tagged to later create playlists. Up to 1,000 can be added to a single tag list.
Advanced Auto Beat Loop
- 1, 2, 4, and 8 beat loops can be instantly created with the push of a button. The CDJ-850 automatically senses the track's tempo to provide an exact loop time.
Rich Display For Quick And Easy Music Selection
- The CDJ-850 clearly displays a track's title, artist and BPM to make music selection easy. A single rotary selector allows you to navigate files and folders quickly. A waveform display shows the user a dynamics overview for the entire song at once, enabling a DJ to predict the flow and adapt it to fit the set.
Software Compatibility
- The CDJ-850 is compatible with third-party DJ software, allowing it to be used as an audio interface. HID technology enables easy, precise control of Digital Vinyl Systems without time-coded discs.
Specifications
| Program |
rekordbox Music File Management Software |
| Mac Compatibility |
OS X 10.4.6 or later Intel Core Duo 1.83 GHz or faster |
| Windows Compatibility |
XP / Vista / 7 Intel Pentium 4 2 GHz or faster |
| Additional System Requirements |
1 GB RAM or more 250 MB hard drive space or more CD-ROM drive 1024 x 768 display or better |
| Compatible Recordable Media |
Music CDs, CD-R/RW, USB devices e.g. flash memory/HDD, etc |
| Compatible Formats |
MP3, AAC, WAV, AIFF |
| Compatible External Storage |
USB devices with FAT16, FAT32, or HFS+ file systems |
| Frequency Range |
4 Hz to 20 kHz |
| S/N Ratio |
115 dB or higher (JEITA) |
| THD |
0.003% (JEITA) |
| USB Ports |
1 x USB type A 1 x USB type B |
| Audio Output Terminals |
2 x RCA phono (1 x L/R) |
| Other Connectors |
1 x 1/8" TRS stereo - Control Out |
| Output Voltage |
2.0V |
| Power Supply |
100VAC, 60 Hz |
| Power Consumption |
21W |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
12.01 x 14.35 x 4.15" (305 x 364 x 105 mm) |
| Weight |
7.3 lb (3.3 kg) |