The PDX 2000 Mk1, and why you should want one. A Retro-Review.
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- A look back at the Vestax PDX2000 Mk1's, and why they are the go to for scratch dj's, even to this day.
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I have 2 I bought in 2001, they are in tip top condition and they still work flawlessly
just picked up some vestax and cannot believe how good they feel. growing up in the 2000's the turntablist scene was such a hive mind, everyone picked "the right gear" pieces just because they were told those were the best. I got 2 1200's and a TTM56 and felt bad because I wasn't insanely impressed.. when I tried a pdx and a PMC 07 pro I was blown away and switched
I still have mine from 2003 and they still work like new. I kind of retired one of them due to I had them autographed by D-Styles, Ricki Rucker, Ace, and Mike Boogie when we invited them to do a show in our city back in 2005. Previously I had the PDX A2's and that's when I became a Vestax fan for their turntables. I'm not one of those "Oh I only can use Technics tables just because their Tech's". I know alot of dj's like that and I tell them to stop sounding like an old person lol. No matter what you use if it works and you can do what you do, then roll with it.
Mix master Mike was the reason I wanted the PDX
Had them since 2000 still rocking vinyl now
Vinyl addict. All that scratchen is maken me itch.
The PDX D3S Mk2's were awesome aswell, solid!!! Unfortunately I lost mine in a storage fire last year along with +3k 12"s from 80s & 90s
Oh sorry to hear that. On a lighter note, I just posted a question above about my near mint PDX-d3 because I can't find anything online.
i bought a set of these brand new in 2001 and they are still working fine this day. 100 time better than 1210s
same here, these are tanks!
Why?
Me too. Sold my techs. Kept these. Rane mixer.
Got mine in 2001 after selling my 1210mk2, never regretted it once, also glad I spent the extra £80 for the two lids and they still look new, plenty of room under the platter for 12v led strip to be piggybacked off the target light input.
I got a set of PDX-2000, they're awesome!
Small world hey
Me too. 2 pdx 2000.
Me too. Movement. O.o
Just wanted to say this was an awesome video
Sooo underrated by many! Best turntables for 4x4 music! Been used in the free party scene for years! Remember lugging my 1st pair around to many outdoor raves we put on.. Unfortunately the old bill ended up taking that pair! Around 2006 🤦🏻♂️ Found another pair in 2022 years & years later when I started vinyl pressing for a living.. Never looked back and reminded me why I loved them sooo much.. So much torque they nearly rip out of your hand lol when I hear a technics head put these decks down I just raise my eyes and think u haven’t got a clue! Technics built better we all know that & if your mixing jungle etc technics mk2 are probs the best for you but as I say 4x4 u can’t beat the vestax!! 24 years old now and mine are still performing like they did when they came out of the factory 😁 They even hold better than my pioneer rx3 controller! Hate it when people judge these when they have never even mixed on a pair! & as for the movement on the platter.. You don’t even notice it I never have until I watched this video! So can’t be that bad lol 😂
Vestax brought out several turntables before the PDX series and the 2000. Even QBert's iconic QFO deck was way before the PDX 2000. Also the main reason scratch DJs prefer Vestax over techs isn't the extra features, it's the much stronger motor resulting in higher torque. Cheers.
The qfo didn't come out before the pdx 2000 bro
I prefer the +or- 60 bpm pitch. My Tech Mk2's held me back with +or- 10 bpm and yes the motors were too slow.
Vestex for me or nothing!
Just bought one, should be arriving in a couple days :)
I also had the 1200s but for some strange reason, the platter slows down every once in a while. good thing a friend swapped his pdx to me and I have never been more than happy when I first used them 13 years ago. I kept my tables and got rid of the digital stuff like the Pioneer CDJ'S. The only turntable that comes close to the PDX is the Numark TTX in terms of torque.
Owning both technics 1200 and pdx 2000 I always preferred and cherished my pdx 2000 turntables. Simply the best!
Me too. I sold my techs. Kept the PDXs. Perfect.
I purchase mine used in 2008 from a mate who was a talented scratch DJ and had clocked up some serious miles on them. I get them serviced every 2-3 years and apart from reverse kicking in occasionally without me hitting the reverse button, they are still working well today! Absolute work-horse of a turntable. Would love to see a video showing them set up correctly and demonstrating all the functions. Nice one!
Mine in the loft for what seems like 100, years lol... I keep thinking about getting them down and buying some tunes again..
Awesome video. Waiting for the seller to get back to me. Hope to be taking a drive today.
I've had Vestax for over 25 yrs .. now PDX -A1 Mrk2
Thank you for this video :D considering getting one
I got mine 4 pair the vestax pdx 2000 n 2 pdx mk pro i put a control mod on the vestax truntable n is more traking n less wear on your vinyl record n i got the vestax pdx mk2 battle style 90s they great truntable too no skip the first vestax that came out before the pdx 2000 n
Great video!
I also have 2 Vestex PDX bought new in 2001 also and a Rane mixer, Boss 303 sampler.
Still rocken Shure White label stylus and Pickering's too.
Cheers.
Vinyl addict.
Unbelievable decks 👌👌
nice cuts and nice review!
good video mate,big up,i use vestax and technics
I remember getting the PDX-a2's and then later upgrading the the PDX 2000 MkII they were so much better.
Really want a pair of these. Preferably the mk2s.
i guess i have them now 25years - and they run & run &run &run
I got 4 of them n 2 whit the low plater i don't have no problem at all im a more scratch DJ any trumtable will wobble if you put pressure on it n i got the 1990 vestax mk2 battle style truntable i like vestax since day one i was shock by it more better for hard scratch battle style more than the technics it hold on the scratch better but i still love my 1200 technics 😁my second choice is vestax n pioneer 1000 to me
Bought 2 in 2001 and used it for handful of times only. These have been sitting in my loft ever since. Can sell if someone genuinely interested.
Some hardcore vestax fan boys here..... every turntable was a distant second play to the 1200 mk2... industry leader for a reason...
Just because someone likes or talks highly of a product doesn't make them a "fan boy." I've owned both Technics and Vestax turntables at the same time. I used the 1200s for mobile gigs and the PDX-2000s for at home. Long story short, I liked the Vestax's better and sold the Technics. If you prefer the Technics, cool, to each their own. However, if you haven't used both, your opinion holds no value.
vestax is power eheheh mine are for service now. cant Waite to have them back
I have a Pair Boxed light to medium use. Not selling, only issue is the Feet are very week and break very easy. But am in process to modify them.
i have two ltd edition blue pdx 2000 .i bought in 2001 . best turn tables for scratching with vestax pmc 05 pro sl /pcv
These kick ass
I'm looking into these I really want a set but I don't want to miss out on the special anti skipping tonearm. What you showed appears to be it, you can be quite heavy handed freely. But some sites are saying it's the mark two that starts with the anti skipping tone arm. So a 2000 mki is that sought-after vestax scratching experience? BTW if this is the Arkive who posts beats in the table beats app you're awesome!
The best turntable apart from the PDX a2s I got first !!! Vestax is awesome 🤩 technics will never get it right because they don’t listen to the dj and one day vestax will come back to the planet 🌎
Im definitely copping but im not trying to spend no more than $600 for 2
I'm about to get a pdx3000, but have an option for a pdx a1 mkII
Still heartbreaking that Vestax co went under. Those who never experienced Vestax Dj equipment have no idea how good and innovative they were. Controller 1s anybody?
Vestex PDXs and Rane Mixers with magnetic faders for me. Tip for the top!
@@billyunair I learned how to scratch on PDX 2000 MK1s and still have them! Vestax was and will always be sick.
@@boomieboo Yes I learned on Numarks then made the jump and stayed with Vestex. Vestex has etched its name on my heart. Love PDX's for everything. Scratching, beat juggling, mixing, long blends, stabs, effects etc.
Just pulled the two out of the dust, with the Vestax PMC-06 mixstick mixer. Thing is a tank, I was big into Mix Master Mike and Qbert, reason why I got them to get into turntablism. Anyone figure out the remote socket?
I use a mini foot pedal from a Yamaha DD-10 in the remote port... just starts and stops the platter remotely.
@@londondnb Would be cool if you could use it to modulate the pitch. Pedal up is pitch down, pedal down is pitch up. Would be crazy af.
Totally possible
What cartridge would you recommend?
Mine have shure m44-7s, but they are both a bit bent.
Great review mate! Thanks for the video.
Have you heard of the PDX 2300 mk1? Is it the same tt as the pdx 2000 mk1? worse or better for scratching? thanks!
The 2300 and 2000 are exactly the same internally, the only difference is the ultrapitch control board with added pitch bend and midi ins. Everything else is identical man :)
I miss the technics tone arm lift
anyone have any idea how these or any vestax turntable are for not just scratching but more importantly mixing and riding the pitch control??
My son picked up one from Japan with a japanese plug. Does he need some kind of transformer? Cheers.
What are those light up tone arms or cartridges, I like em
Still got mine,had to replace the feet on them.l recently.
Wish is better only for scratching, this one vs pdx 2000mk2?, saludos..
What are they like to mix on is the torque strong like Stanton or technics
I loved everything about my PDX, but the platter wobbled incredibly. The smallest touch on my platter made the needle bounce. Made scratching very difficult. I remember trying to email people to get it fixed but never got a clear answer as to why it jumped so much or if I could get it repaired. It was brand new, also, not used.
Sounds like it wasn't set up correctly. Tracking and needle force are key. Plenty of CZcams video on advanced turntable set up.
Hi, going to look at a PDX3000 tomorrow. It doesn’t look like it in the best condition and also it doesn’t come with a needle. Could you give me any advice on what I should look for when I a checking it out has I ain’t got a clue!!!
👌 🍻
I have a PDX-d3 which looks completely different, dark grey compressed fibre body. More square and slightly different functions, more of a club turntable as it has an S-shaped tone arm. I'm keen to sell in near-mint condition but have no idea of price. Very rare I'm starting to think? Anybody know about this turntable? Love from Oz
i have a pdx 2000 mk1.
When i turn off the quartz lock the pitch goes slower and i have to move the ultra pitch so i can get the default pitch speed.
What can cause this?
any idea?
Interesting stuff on the history side of things. Lol was that tune from the old COD guys that used to hide around map?
Cheers bro :) The tune at the end? I produced that man :D
@@arkive3757 nah the one at 5:40, brought back some cod memories lol czcams.com/video/Ooh52QOAZgk/video.html
Ah OK, it's just on one the scratch loppers I use, really like it, lol
Great video but Vestax were making incredible turntables for DJs long before the 2000s came to market.
I sold my PDX2000 mk2 about a decade ago when I needed cash and deeply regret it.
Does the PDX have digital pitch fader or analogue?
Ahw shit, that first track you were scratching over, somebody ANYBODY if you know the record please drop a reply with the name! We used to rhyme over that instrumental for hours back in the day and I cant remember the name of it, totally unlocked a forgotten memory. Dope tables btw
HI! How high do you keep the arm height, and how much weight do you give to the needle to keep them so steady?
I own 14 No Joke lol and 2 Pdx 3000 new in box never been used :)
I have a PDX-A2. Vestax was the only company that made a comparable turntable to Technics.
Just dragged my last remaining PDX out the loft and the power transformer has blown. I checked your video about the fuses but alas, there was scorching on the tracks of the PCB for the transformer. Any ideas where I can get that replacement part? Thanks dude, your videos have been helpful especially when I was taking the thing apart :)
I have the PDX2000 MKII Pro
I've seen them pop up on ebay occasionally mate, but none for a while. Best bet is probably grabbing an old broken 2k mk1 or 2300 and cannibalising it for parts as they are the same transformer. Unfortunately they are quite specialised, if memory serves they are multitapped primary, will dual secondary, 1 is 30v center tapped, and the other is 5v.
@@arkive3757 thanks dude. I actually found one on eBay the other week. Got it posted all the way from Italy to the UK, only for the same thing to happen. The lower X2 tracks on the transformer burned out within 2 seconds and I could smell the burning. So it looks like there are bigger problems with the deck that I'm not able to fix 😬 wish I knew more about electronics. Suppose I would have to take it to a shop somewhere but might cost ££. I was really looking forward to have a working deck again. I've got a working Rane TTM56 in the loft 😁
@@Clownstyle1982 You on insta? if you are, hmu on there, @arkivedj, send me pics of the boards and the damage, I should be able to help you man :)
@@arkive3757 Someone came through and fixed my turntable.. stoked. Even upgraded it to a PDX3000 (which had built in midi support)
Just got a pair. Like them, but don't love them like the 1200's. They do feel kinda plastic like. When you put pressure on the platter, it does slow down when scratching. They're not terrible, certainly not like the Gemini's of yore, but not 1200's. You have to be very light handed on the platter. The cueing is actually better than the Technics though, cuz they really don't skip. Just the pressure on the platter has to be real light or it'll slow down on you. Bare in mind I had been using 1200's for over 15 years. Gonna have to work on my finesse, I suppose.
Yea, I'd take 1200s over pdxs for mixing, but for scratching there is nothing that competes with them really
Different strokes for different folks. Vestax blew my mates 1200's out the water when I got them for scratching. The motor is certainly stronger
Is it possible to switch from 100 AC or would a transformer be needed for US use?
The schematic does show that the transformer has multiple primary taps for 230v, 120v and 100v, however I haven't looked at mine too see if they actually have those taps or it's just for illustration
@@arkive3757 yeah I mean Vestax probably wanted their turntables to be distributed worldwide hence the primary taps you mention...i really want to know if I bought a pdx 2000 which originally came 100v and i wanted to use for US AC would i be able to "switch" the AC or if the only option is getting a transformer...
@@inmune593 Gimme a few hours, I'll crack one of mine open and look for you man :)
@@inmune593 Alright, I just had a poke inside mine, the transformer has multiple inputs, and the PCB has holes to put jumpers into to change it, so theoretically itt's easily doable. There is an AC line filter before the transformer, but I can't find a datasheet to see it's tolerances, and you would have to swap out the fuses too. If you need any pictures, hit me up on insta or fb, @arkivedj, and I can send you pics of mine and shots from the service manual :)
@@arkive3757 thank you so much I really appreciate it man! 🙏
Swear by these technics are more sturdy but not a patch on these to mix on had 2 pairs sold in past 2 year ago 400 a deck regretted it and managed to get some mk 1s pristine il never part with them they'd need to be prised from my dieing arms
You forgot the first vestax pdx a2s battle style is made in japan made out of wood the Chassis DJ Qbert n DJ mix master mike n DJ short kuts was using those turntable it was the first vertical turntable in the world at the time man those turntable are great for scratching strong motor but the motor is different from the pdx 2000 but is a pretty good turntable n u could use it just to listing to music cuz they made out of wood so you don't get hummm sound that cool you could see video of DJ Qbert n mix master Mike n other DJ using the pdx a2x vestax they make different style you could use it as audio file too if you not into scratch mix just got to get use to them for scratch oh mix music just got to be careful cuz they made out of wood they could break oh scratch easy check it out on youtube n I got the pdx 5000 those are good too n the vestax d3 too they all from the 90s they only make so much n other more n a belt drive one for audio file that torn arm those other turntable I mention are supention skip free but was more for turntable practice make your scratch better with real vinyl record it hold on to any cartridge that was made for scratch like the old school staton 500 AL it will not skip with those at all once it break in n once you use those OG cartridge Needle stanton 500AL on the technics it will skip like crazy with real vinyl record is the test I did with different cartridge n they have a s shape arm too some 90s vestax got them n they don't skip either like pdx 5000 n the pdx A2s they made a s shape arm too no skip the technology of the ASTS anti skipping torn arm system they are classic turntable now if they take care of them good now they pretty cheap so buy them now before they disappear is good to have a pair no matter what people will always go back to the old classic 1200 technics now they made better cartridge Needle than the 80s n 90s ortofon took over I like the new cartridge that came out last years the VNL those sound good not to crazy loud just perfect sound no skip once they break in I use number 3 for scratch real vinyl record n the 2 for the laptop sorato 1 just to listen to your classic is all depends your equipment set up my sound nice with those cartridge VNL cuz Shure m 447 stop making needle cartridge ortorfon came out with the VNL it is a dope cartridge don't skip either with real viny sound better than the m447 shure to me that be using those for about 16 years but ortorfon took over all types of cartridge you want
Make sure you get the Made In Japan versions.
vestax turntables started with the PDT 4000 not the PDX range
Bought a pair for 150 4 weeks ago omg amazing decks I been mixing sins 1999 if you had a pair of these then you was a snoby dj.
Better than 1210s and will be like a classic car one day. worth a fortune.
'super oem' ? what is that?
The torque is good?, cheers amigo..
The most torquey turntable ever. Very powerful
@@boldswede thanks, I'll keep in mind, I just bouht a numark ttx ( motor variable) second hand, saludos amigo
@@boldswede is the torque vestax pdx2000 the same as the other vestax models (3000, 2000mk2, etc)?, cheers..
All I can concentrate on is that beard!
its the table i mean cmon
The movement on the platter is enough to put me off...
Way too ugly a table for me...
Too ugly?.... You choose your turntables on looks rather than getting the most out of them and progressing with your craft?
@@londondnb no I choose a table I like the looks of and has the best design. That's a pretty dumb comment...
@@FaderFlosser I didn't mean any disrespect... But to dismiss a piece of equipment based on aesthetics is a bit short sighted... I usually spin on the PDX-2000 but I have recently purchased a new Reloop turntable. Hate the way it looks, it's like a breeze block with flashing lights... but it has opened up my creativity as a dj..