PLX-500
PioneerReleased Jul 1, 2017 · Analysis updated Feb 23, 2026
Digitize your vinyl collection with this turntable's USB output and enjoy its premium build and sound quality. The Pioneer PLX-500 scores 78/100 based on 3 expert reviews in the turntables category. Coverage includes reviews from Musicradar, Longlivevinyl, and Digitaldjtips.
Critic Score
What's this?based on 3 expert reviews
Low confidence · only 3 reviews
Critics are split: our scores run from 65 (Digitaldjtips) to 85 (Musicradar) — a 20-point spread.
Average of 3 publication reviews, each normalized to a 0–100 scale. How we score
Pros
- USB vinyl digitization(3)
- Premium build quality(2)
- Good value(2)
- Good sound quality(2)
- Includes accessories(2)
Cons
No cons extracted yet
3 Publication Reviews
AI summary of this review
The Pioneer DJ PLX-500 is a great budget turntable that performs well for mixing and scratching, offering solid build quality and features at under £300.
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The Pioneer PLX-500 is a solid direct-drive turntable that offers excellent sound quality and robust construction at an attractive price point.
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AI summary of this review
The Pioneer DJ PLX-500 is an entry-level turntable meant for ripping vinyl and home use, but its plastic construction and lower motor torque make it unsuitable for gigging DJs.
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