The Alpha Theta’s new decks have you sorted, completely transforming how DJs access, browse and perform. Building on the CDJ-3000’s solid reliability, the new iteration pushes things forward with cloud connectivity, streaming support and enhanced performance features.
Catch up on all the latest features here.
This isn’t just an upgrade – the “X” actually means something: transformation in media evolution, expanded connectivity across devices and platforms, and reliability and sound quality that genuinely surpasses what came before.
Here’s the big change: the CDJ-3000X brings the decks into the streaming age with full cloud storage and music streaming service support. Built-in Wi-Fi does all the work, without LAN cables turning your booth into a mess. This makes setup considerably easier wherever you’re playing. It’s flexible enough to work with whatever your usual workflow is, too.
NFC connectivity on the front panel is super simple. Hold your phone running the latest rekordbox for iOS or Android over the reader, and you’re in. That’s it. With just a CDJ-3000X and your phone, you can tap into your entire music library from anywhere and get straight into your set.
Full rekordbox for Mac/Windows Performance mode unlock comes included with no licence needed, while USB-HID control supports Serato DJ Pro (although you’ll need Hardware Unlock or a licence for that). Native integration with Beatport Streaming and TIDAL (licences needed for those too) means your entire music world can live in one place. The advancements in online and storage media support make DJ performances more flexible than they’ve ever been, opening up new creative possibilities across different styles.
The Global Tag List is where everything comes together. You can grab tracks from your USB, cloud storage or streaming services and chuck them all into a single playlist. Tagged tracks from online sources start downloading straight away to keep load times minimal, while comprehensive track caching means once a track loads, the whole file sits in the player’s memory. Your USB could fall out, the internet could drop out, and your track will still play right to the end. Proper peace of mind.
The CDJ-3000X makes browsing, selecting and managing tracks way more intuitive. The 10.1-inch high-resolution capacitive touchscreen lets you see up to 16 tracks at once. Better visibility and smoother control mean you’ll find what you’re after quickly. Reduced loading times for rekordbox CloudDirectPlay means browsing music that’s stored online feels just as snappy as going through USB drives.
For the first time on a CDJ, you can edit playlists directly from the unit by reordering tracks. Changes sync automatically across all your devices when using Cloud Library Sync. Rapid searching has become easier, too – you can copy track info and paste it straight into the search bar for quick results.
There’s a new USB Type-C port for faster integration with modern devices and computers, while the aluminium top panel brings the premium finish and durability you’d expect from professional gear.
The new Hot Cue workflow helps you analyse track structure in real time and perform more on the fly. Touch Cue lets you listen to any waveform point through your headphones by pressing on the display, with the option to set Hot Cues from wherever you’re monitoring. Smart Cue automatically overwrites the current cue point with a called-up Hot Cue’s position and colour for smoother cueing, while Gate Cue only plays sound while you’re holding down a Hot Cue button. This opens up possibilities for tone play and all sorts of performance techniques.
You can really depend on the CDJ-3000X more than any CDJ that’s come before. It’s built for exceptional reliability, even in demanding environments. The rebuilt play and cue buttons handle energetic use and withstand over 500,000 additional presses compared to the previous model. That’s a hell of a lot of double drops. The jog wheel has a boost too, with an expanded tension adjustment range that allows you to dial in exactly the feel you’re after, whether you’re scratching hard or delicately nudging the pitch.
The CDJ-3000X is all about immersion. Its dynamic audio faithfully reproduces every nuance of the original track and enhances the energy of whatever genre is in your set. Alpha-Theta’s previous model was on the high-quality end of sound design, and the CDJ-3000 takes it to the next level.
A new high-performance digital-to-analog converter made by ESS Technology delivers a better signal-to-noise, resulting in clearer and more refined sound reproduction. The newly designed power supply unit reduces unwanted noise and pumps up low-frequency power, delivering punchy bass and warm tones that won’t tire your ears even during long sessions. You get powerful and high-resolution sound that balances punch with clarity.
Sound tuning was refined through on-site testing, with input from professional sound engineers, ensuring exceptional audio performance whether you’re playing intimate basement venues or massive outdoor festivals.
Born from Pioneer Corporation, AlphaTheta is the team behind Pioneer DJ – a brand that’s been central to DJ culture for over 30 years. AlphaTheta continues that legacy, driven by the same people, passion and commitment to innovation, engineering excellence, and the power music has to connect and unite people. AlphaTheta is home to a growing ecosystem of products that support creativity and self-expression. The CDJ-3000X sits under the AlphaTheta brand to reflect this mission: engaging music lovers and creators with intuitive tools that make DJing more creative than ever.
The CDJ-3000X represents a fundamental shift in how DJs will work moving forward. By integrating cloud storage, streaming services and wireless connectivity into the booth, AlphaTheta has created a player that acknowledges how people actually consume music now while maintaining that tactile, immediate experience that defines great DJing.
Check out the CDJ-300X here. Head to Jands for local enquiries.