Pioneer PLX500 (Black) is rated
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Pioneer PLX500 (Black)
Direct Drive DJ Turntable
£349
The perfect starter mixing deck, the Pioneer PLX500 has everything you need for a seamless performance.
Direct drive for ultimate control
Like all the best DJ decks, the Pioneer PLX500 features fast-acting direct drive. The 3-phase, brushless DC motor with electronic brake gives fast, effortless control - making your mixes smoother than ever. Combined with the sturdy aluminium platter, robust cartridge, slip-mat and pitch control, you've everything you need from a deck for seamless mixing.
S-shaped tonearm with full adjustment, including VTA
Robust and practical, the PLX500's tonearm is the ideal match for the deck. The classic S-shape is tried and tested and favoured by many for mixing use. Just like you'd hope for from a professional deck, the PLX500's tonearm features a detachable headshell for swift cartridge replacement. It also has accurate weight adjustment plus the crucial VTA height adjustment - letting you use thicker slip-mats and deeper cartridges without upsetting the balance.
USB output for recording to your computer
Featuring a B-type USB you can connect up a PC or Mac. From here it's easy to convert the tracks into digital files - letting you playback your treasured vinyls any place you choose. Combine with software such as Pioneer's own rekordbox and you can also incorporate vinyl into a software based mixing system.
Line level output - simply add active speakers or your choice of amp
Thanks to the Pioneer's built-in phono stage (MM only), it's easy to connect this deck up. Choose from active speakers for desk-top monitoring or any choice of amp or mini system - if it has an AUX input then this DJ deck will plug and play.
Get into the groove with the Pioneer PLX500.
Click here for link to our blog review
Direct drive for ultimate control
Like all the best DJ decks, the Pioneer PLX500 features fast-acting direct drive. The 3-phase, brushless DC motor with electronic brake gives fast, effortless control - making your mixes smoother than ever. Combined with the sturdy aluminium platter, robust cartridge, slip-mat and pitch control, you've everything you need from a deck for seamless mixing.
S-shaped tonearm with full adjustment, including VTA
Robust and practical, the PLX500's tonearm is the ideal match for the deck. The classic S-shape is tried and tested and favoured by many for mixing use. Just like you'd hope for from a professional deck, the PLX500's tonearm features a detachable headshell for swift cartridge replacement. It also has accurate weight adjustment plus the crucial VTA height adjustment - letting you use thicker slip-mats and deeper cartridges without upsetting the balance.
USB output for recording to your computer
Featuring a B-type USB you can connect up a PC or Mac. From here it's easy to convert the tracks into digital files - letting you playback your treasured vinyls any place you choose. Combine with software such as Pioneer's own rekordbox and you can also incorporate vinyl into a software based mixing system.
Line level output - simply add active speakers or your choice of amp
Thanks to the Pioneer's built-in phono stage (MM only), it's easy to connect this deck up. Choose from active speakers for desk-top monitoring or any choice of amp or mini system - if it has an AUX input then this DJ deck will plug and play.
Get into the groove with the Pioneer PLX500.
Click here for link to our blog review
Connectivity
USB Output
Yes - PC and Mac
General
Manufacturer's Warranty
2 years
Audio
Pitch Control
Yes
Features
Auto/Manual
Manual
Belt Drive/Direct Drive
Direct Drive
Built In Phono Stage
Yes
Speeds
33/45/78
Energy Consumption
Power Consumption - Normal Use (W)
11
Dimensions
Dimensions WxHxD (mm)
450 x 368 x 159
Weight
Weight (KG)
10.7
Accessories
Cartridge Included
PN-X05 - MM
Replacement Stylus Code
PN-X05
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Rated 5 out of
5
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William McLeish from
was easy to set up. and sound is good.
bought the amp. and record deck with good advice from the staff. and Iam very happy with my Amp and deck. and have no problem using the store again for my future buys for my hi fi etc.
Date published: 2022-11-30
Rated 5 out of
5
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Anonymous from
Pioneer PLX500 turntable
Well made feels and looks like it should be 3 times the price
Easy out the box set up
Staff at the local store are always on hand to help too
Date published: 2022-11-20
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Clifffy500 from
Really good sound, easy to use and set up
Bought a week ago so pleased with product very happy, price was very good
Date published: 2022-10-06
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Suttcliffe from
Sturdy, nice design + features i didn't expect
Nice solid build, feels expensive, has a vinyl sleeve holder in the plastic case which is nice and you can play 78 if thats your thing. A rising tone arm is also a nice touch ands the deck speeds up very quickly, downside i found (could just be me) is that the slipmat isnt all that especially when recording to PC (i used my rubber mat) as i got less feedback and static. The cartridge does it's job but i changed mine to a Numark CS-1 for better quality.
Overall very pleased and a definate improvment over my Kam Pro 150 belt drives
Date published: 2022-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
by
Dj stoney from
Sounds crisp, looks great ,what’s not to like
Very happy with my decks …good for either djing or just listening to your personal collection
Date published: 2022-09-24
Rated 5 out of
5
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Shaneduncs from
Great features and easy to set up.
Cheers Richer Sounds for your help with this turntable. I bought it for my daughters birthday and she absolutely loves it, it looks and sounds great and was a breeze to get the tone arm and anti skate set up, would highly recommend!
Date published: 2022-08-01
Rated 5 out of
5
by
AlanPorsche911 from
New turntable at long last
Have wanted a new turntable for at least 6 months. Been to hi fi shop but wasnt impressed as all the turntables looked very basic. Always wanted one with a strobe light and spotted the Pioneer PLX500 on the Richer Sounds website. Ordering was so easy and arrived the next day. Forgotten how crisp vinyl records sound.Strongly recommended
Date published: 2022-07-10
Rated 5 out of
5
by
LIsaM from
Fantastic Deck & Great Service!
We have been pondering for months which deck to buy our ‘vinyl’ enthusiast daughter for her 21st birthday.
Loved the look of the Pioneer but wasn’t so keen on the price, until we spotted the deal on Richer Sounds.
Brilliant service by Richer Sounds as was delivered 2 days before the estimated delivery date.
My daughter loves the deck, it’s very retro but stylish, just what she wanted.
Date published: 2022-07-05


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