Pioneer DJ Rekordbox Interface 2 Review

The two-channel soundcard allows DJ's to use any mixer to play Rekordbox DVS on their computer.

Author:: DJ Blaze
Updated:: Feb 12, 2018
Original:: Sep 14, 2017

Overview

The Pioneer DJ Interface 2 is a Digital Vinyl Interface that allows DJ's with any mixer to use Rekordbox DJ DVS with vinyl or CD timecode. I knew this was definitely going to come out sooner or later if Pioneer DJ wanted the Rekordbox software to be accessible to all types of users. Now DJ's don't have to shell out massive amounts of money to get a Rekordbox DJ DVS-ready mixer in order to play. The Pioneer DJ Interface 2 costs $300 in the US and the package comes bundled with the full Rekordbox DJ software, Rekordbox DVS, two Rekordbox vinyl, and RCA and USB cables to get you started. There is also a link to burn a CD or wave file for a USB stick for CD Decks. The Interface 2 can be USB powered or run on the power supply. Check out the full unboxing and review videos to see our full rundown on the Interface 2.

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Review Video & Demo

Pros

Solid Metal Build Quality
Low Latency Timecode Operation
Good Sound Quality
Comes Bundled with Rekordbox, Rekordbox DVS, 2 Vinyl

Cons

Only 2 Channels

Earlier this morning Pioneer DJ has finally announced it's Rekordbox DJ turntable and CDJ two channel USB soundcard called the Pioneer DJ Interface 2. This new device is a Digital Vinyl Interface that allows DJ's with any mixer to use Rekordbox DJ DVS with vinyl or CD timecode.

Earlier this morning Pioneer DJ has released a very quick teaser video of what looks to be like their new Rekordbox software with a lot more features. Specifically, it looks like the Rekordbox software that currently handles track preparation and library management for CDJ/DJM users will now be able to work in real time with new DJ controllers and perhaps even DVS timecode vinyl setups. Check out our thoughts and the quick teaser video inside.

Today Pioneer DJ announced a brand new iteration of their small two-channel mixer called the Pioneer DJM-250MK2. This new mixer takes on a similar compact footprint of the original we reviewed years ago with a Magvel Crossfader, Color FX Filter knobs, and a built in DVS Rekordbox ready soundcard. This mixer also comes packed with the full featured Rekordbox DJ software.

The new Pioneer DJM-250MK2 mixer takes on a similar compact footprint as the original we reviewed years ago with a newer Magvel Crossfader, Color FX Filter knobs, and a built in DVS Rekordbox ready soundcard. This mixer also comes packed with the full featured Rekordbox DJ software. The Rekordbox DVS license is also included in the box so that users can connect DJ turntables or CDJ's for use with timecode vinyl or CD's.

Early this morning Pioneer DJ announced three new products for DJ's. The first is the Pioneer DJM-450 mixer which is a compact, two-channel mixer with Beat FX, Sound Color FX, and Rekordbox DVS compatibility straight out of the box. The next is the Pioneer DDJ-WeGO4 which is an update to the WeGO lineup for beginner DJ's and comes bundled with the FULL Rekordbox DJ software. The last is the Pioneer WeDJ which is an iPad app that allows DJ's to spin using the iPad.

Now that Pioneer DJ has started making the recently reviewed PLX-1000 turntables to play vinyl, it almost seems like the DJ equipment and culture has come full circle. Pioneer has been taking us all on a trip down memory lane as they continue to release the history of the DJ and the role that particular Pioneer DJ equipment has played in it. Check out part two of this cool video series to see Pioneer's Mixers and FX and their influence on Famous DJ's performances.

Pioneer just released the DVS pack for Rekordbox DJ in their latest update. It would have been all gravy if it wasn’t for something that Pioneer does a lot and that is charging $99 for an update. That is right, it will cost an additional $99 on top of the $129 you probably had to pay to get Rekorbox DJ if you want DVS capability.