Pioneer PLX-1000 - Professional Direct Drive Turntable

Reimagined with cutting-edge technology while honoring its storied legacy, the Pioneer PLX-1000 stands as a pinnacle of professional turntable design. Drawing on 50 years of expertise in crafting high-end turntables, this model offers a refined blend of traditional elements and modern advancements. The PLX-1000 features a high-torque direct drive system that guarantees stable rotation and precise control, making it an essential tool for any DJ booth. It reaches 33⅓ rpm in just 0.3 seconds, reflecting a starting torque of 4.5 kg/cm or more, ensuring immediate performance readiness.

The turntable’s robust construction, including a heavy-mass, die-cast zinc chassis and reinforced lower unit, minimizes resonance and vibration, ensuring superior sound quality. Additionally, the design incorporates rubber-insulated tone arms and vibration-damping materials to reduce external noise and enhance the listening experience. With its multi-tempo control feature, users can adjust the playback speed to ±8%, ±16%, and ±50%, or revert to ±0% instantly with a simple reset button. The flexibility in connectivity, including detachable power and audio cables with pro-grade gold-plated RCA jacks, provides versatility and high-quality sound.

Key Features:

• High-Torque Direct Drive System: Provides stable rotation with rapid start-up, reaching 33⅓ rpm in just 0.3 seconds, supported by a high starting torque of 4.5 kg/cm.
• Precision Sound Design: Features a heavy-mass die-cast zinc chassis and 8mm-thick resin reinforcement to prevent resonance, along with vibration-damping materials and rubber-insulated tone arm to reduce external vibrations.
• Multi-Tempo Control: Offers flexible speed adjustments of ±8%, ±16%, and ±50%, with a convenient reset button to return to ±0%.
• Flexible Connectivity: Includes detachable power and audio cables, with pro-grade gold-plated RCA jacks ensuring low impedance and high sound quality.

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Width: 453 mm, Height: 159 mm, Depth: 353 mm

• Weight: 14.6 kg

• Turntable:

  • Drive Method: Quartz lock, servo-type, direct drive
  • Turntable Material: Aluminum die-cast, diameter: 332 mm
  • Motor: 3-phase, brushless DC motor
  • Braking System: Electronic brake
  • Rotation Speed: 33⅓ rpm, 45 rpm
  • Rotation Adjustment Range: ±8%, ±16%, ±50%
  • Wow and Flutter: 0.1% or less WRMS (JIS WTD)
  • Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 70 dB
  • Starting Torque: > 4.5 kgf・cm
  • Start Time: 0.3 sec (at 33⅓ rpm)

• Tone Arm:

  • Arm Type: Universal S-shape, gimbal-supported bearing structure, static balance type
  • Overhang: 15 mm
  • Effective Length: 230 mm
  • Tracking Error: Within 3°
  • Height Adjustment Range: 6 mm
  • Stylus Pressure Variable Range: 0-4 g (1 scale 0.1 g)
  • Proper Cartridge Weight: 2.5-12 g (includes mounting materials)

• Terminals:

  • Outputs: 1 ANALOGUE (RCA)

The PLX-1000 merges historical craftsmanship with contemporary engineering to deliver an exceptional turntable experience. Its high-torque direct drive system and robust design ensure reliable performance and high sound fidelity, making it a prime choice for professionals who demand precision and quality. Whether in the studio or live performance, the PLX-1000 provides an unparalleled turntable experience.