Deeper Connection: Introducing the gold-colored HDJ-X5BT-N headphones

Deeper Connection: Introducing the gold-colored HDJ-X5BT-N headphones

Over-ear DJ headphones withBluetooth^® wireless technology

Multifunctional, for the booth and on the go

(Torrance, CA) September 12, 2019: Stand out from the crowd – in the club and wherever you go – with the new gold-colored version of our HDJ-X5BT headphones. With Bluetooth^® wireless technology and a wired connection, these over-ear cans are ideal for DJing in the club and monitoringtracks on the move, and are now available in four colors: HDJ-X5BT-K (metallicblack), HDJ-X5BT-R (metallic red), HDJ-X5BT-W (gloss white) and the new HDJ-X5BT-N (gold).

Now, more than ever, DJs need equipment that’s flexible and helps them to practice, prepare and perform anytime, anywhere. Thanks to their Bluetoothconnectivity the HDJ-X5BT headphones make it easy to monitor music in any situation, whether you’re at home or on the move. And when you connect the included cable you can use them for DJing in the club. Whether you go wireless or not, these headphones offer outstanding audio quality, durability, and functionality.

The HDJ-X5BT-N headphoneswill be available from September 2019 at an MAP of $149. Watch the original introduction videoor find out more about the new gold-colored version.

KEY FEATURES OF THEHDJ-X5BT-N HEADPHONES

1. Wireless technology for monitoring music anywhere you go

With easy set-up, you can simply power up the HDJ-X5BT headphones and pair them with your Bluetoothdevice – such as a smartphone or PC/Mac – then start monitoring tracks.Athree-hour charge gives you up to approximately 20 hours of playback. Thanks to the built-in microphone, you can talk hands-free on calls when the headphones are connected to your phone^*1.

2. Well-balanced, dynamic sound

Hear every detail in your tracks whether you’re mixing in the booth or monitoring music at home. High-resolution, well-balanced tuning and bass reflex chambers in the housings allow the airflow to deliver an excellent bass response and sound insulation. The high-quality Qualcomm^®aptX™ audio codec is supported as well as AAC and SBC for high-quality sound, even when listening wirelessly.

3. Lasting durability

Take your cans on the road with confidence. The HDJ-X series headphones are rigorously tested and each model has cleared the US Military Standard MIL-STD-810G Shock test^*2as well as our own demanding stress testing to ensure they can handle severe conditions and heavy use.

4. Flexible functionality for comfortable DJing

When you want to immerse yourself in a mix, connect the included 1.2m coiled cable to automatically disable Bluetoothand all other buttons.The HDJ-X5BTheadphones are comfortable to use no matter how you wear them, thanks to the housing design, swivel mechanism and flexible headband inherited from the predecessors in the HDJ-X series.

5. Other features

• Comfortable ear pads

Wear your headphones in comfort for long sets. We carefully selected material that’s soft to the touch and provides cushioning, and we even paid attention to the positioning of the stitching to maximize its comfort.

• Foldable, easy-to-carry design
• Four colors available

Choose from metallic black (HDJ-X5BT-K), metallic red (HDJ-X5BT-R),gloss white (HDJ-X5BT-W)or gold (HDJ-X5BT-N) versions to match the style of your gear and your look.

• Original unique sounds for each beep when connectingviaBluetooth, powering and pairing, etc.

^{*1 You can use these headphones for phone calls if the Bluetooth-compatible phone (cellular phone, smartphone, etc.) is compatible with the HSP or HFP Bluetooth profile.}

^{*2 MIL-STD-810G METHOD 516.7 SHOCK compliant.}

HDJ-X5BT-N specifications

^{*3 Transmission distances are a guideline. Transmission distance may change depending on the surrounding environment.}

^{*4 Sometimes less depending on the conditions of use.}

* Disclaimer: specifications and price are subject to change.

* The Bluetooth^®word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by the BluetoothSIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Pioneer DJ Corporation is under license.

* Qualcomm^®aptX is a product of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd.

* Qualcomm is a trademark of Qualcomm Incorporated, registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission.

* aptX is a trademark of Qualcomm Technologies International, Ltd., registered in the United States and other countries, used with permission.

* The names of companies, product names and technology names mentioned herein are the trademarks of their respective owners.

About Pioneer DJ

Pioneer DJ Americas, Inc. is the subsidiary of Pioneer DJ Corporation responsible for sales and marketing in North, Central, and South America. For more than 20 years, Pioneer DJ has been a market leader in the design and production of innovative DJ equipment and software. The company works closely with DJs and clubs to deliver next generation products that inspire and shape the global dance music community and has recently launched a new range of musical instruments for production and live performances. Its portfolio includes brands such as TORAIZ, Pioneer Professional Audio and Pioneer DJ Radio, as well as social platforms KUVO and DJsounds. Pioneer DJ Corporation is a privately held company headquartered in Yokohama, Japan. The company is led by President and CEO Akio Moriwaki and Executive Vice President Yoshinori Kataoka.

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