The CDJ-800MK2 retained the same key design themes of its big brother, the CDJ-1000mk2, and has a strong installed base, especially in the club and bar sector and among bedroom DJs and enthusiasts. Its revisions have also been influenced by consultation with the DJ community and many of the new features on the CDJ-1000MK3 are carried through into the CDJ-800MK2.

The CDJ-800MK2 has a stylish new silver metallic finish and metallic JOG buttons and also includes full MP3 compatibility; tracks can be operated in the same way as CDs as the deck is equipped with ‘Folder Search’, and in ‘Text Mode’ the artist name, track title and file name are shown on the display.

New improved Jogwheel

The JOG wheel retains the non-slip metallic finish of the CDJ-1000mk3 and the subtle silver trim on the wheel, as well as the same features on the On JOG Display (brighter, larger cue point and 45˚ marks).

The feel of the JOG wheel is tweaked to mirror that of the CDJ-1000MK2. The track data display is of a higher resolution (multicolour and fluorescent) and the address data has been extended to include the complete track. Resume play is also included alongside the backlighting of the re-loop button. In addition, it’s now possible to make short beat loops on the CDJ-800MK2 due to the inclusion of an AUTO BEAT LOOP command: by pushing the loop-in button, DJs can create a one-per-eight BEAT LOOP.

Digital Connectivity

With digital connectivity, the CDJ-800MK2 can be at the centre of a full digital environment, providing a deck that offers the core professional features that have made Pioneer the mark by which other tabletop CD systems are measured.