Pioneer PLX-1000High-Torque DirectDrive

Pioneer PLX-1000 High-Torque Direct Drive Professional Turntable

The Pioneer PLX-1000 is a precision-engineered, high-torque direct drive turntable designed for professional DJs and vinyl enthusiasts. With over 50 years of experience in high-end turntable manufacturing, it delivers ultra-precise audio playback and exceptional vibration damping for studio-quality sound.

Key Features

• High-torque direct drive motor with starting torque of >4.5 kg/cm for rapid start-up (0.3 seconds at 33⅓ rpm)
• Stable rotation speeds of 33⅓ and 45 rpm with quartz lock servo control
• Multi-pitch tempo control with variable ranges of ±8%, ±16%, and ±50%, plus reset button for instant speed return
• Rubber-lined, universal S-shaped tone arm with gimbal-supported bearing for improved isolation and reduced feedback
• Solid aluminium die-cast platter (332 mm diameter) for excellent vibration damping
• Professional-grade, gold-plated RCA outputs for low impedance and superior sound quality
• Interchangeable power and audio cables ideal for DJs on the move
• Electronic braking system for precise control
• Compatible with Pioneer DJM mixers for an ideal DJ setup

Specifications

Width	453 mm
Height	159 mm
Depth	353 mm
Weight	13.1 kg
Power Requirements	220-240 V / 50/60 Hz
Drive Method	Quartz lock, servo-type, direct drive
Platter	Aluminium, die-cast, 332 mm diameter
Motor	3-phase, brushless DC motor
Braking System	Electronic brake
Rotation Speed	33⅓ - 45 rpm
Rotation Adjustment Range	±8%, ±16%, ±50%
Wow and Flutter	<0.01% (measured via built-in frequency generator)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	70 dB
Starting Torque	>4.5 kg/cm
Start Time	0.3 seconds (at 33⅓ rpm)
Arm Type	Universal S-shape tone arm, gimbal-supported bearing, static balance
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)
Single Cartridge Weight	3.5-13 g
Outputs	1 Analogue (RCA)

What's in the Box

• Turntable sheet
• Slip mat and sheet
• Dust cover
• Head shell
• Balance, sub and shell weights
• Audio cable
• Ground wire