I remember buying this controller about 9 months, without fears I know the controller is going to be everything, I even use this thing on outdoors with my JBL Xtreme 2 with no problems with Serato without any problems. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🥳🥳
Hey @DJ Shuffle! I was wondering how do you hook up the JBL speaker to the deck, is it bluethoot? And if it's Bluetooth, then do you experience sound delay?
@@paweldorosz3825 Only the auxiliary cable you have to plug in for your dj controller, You might have just a little tiny delay but it is worth it, You can also use the JBL charge 4 or JBL xtreme speakers 💯💯💯
he was definitely saying in the nicest way that EDM djs can't mix lol. I love him. Merge knob is a gimmick. You can do the same thing with loop/beat FX
I agree. I don't mix edm but that merge knob just spoils it for the people like James Hype who do it all themselves. It's not fair if someone can press a button that does everything for them and everyone around them thinks there is loads of skill involved.
@@jhrjake7002 thank you man, you get it. Its a bummer sometimes when a crowd doesn't actually know what's happening behind the decks when real skill is being utilized.
I just purcessed this controller and I like it, it's ideal for me I only moved up from DDJ 200 that got me hooked and this was in my price range as a small step up. I'm not into the merge effects at all or scratching so I'm pretty pleased with it. I think it's a great move from the DDJ 200.
@@gazbom5 100% right, even to practice using 4 channels software only is really good. I will probably go straight to the stand alone XDJ range after a year or so using this.
That’s what I was talking and waiting for, a real review! I was refusing to watch any other video/s talking about this unit. Thank you Phil. Have a great day. 👊🏼
Unrelated to this video but thanks for the recent livestream Phil (and for responding to some of my questions) . Really enjoyed it and appreciate the opportunity to interact and hear your opinions on things. Lets hope 2021 proves to be a better year for djing live. Thanks for all the informative videos, really appreciate the work you're doing!
Picked this up for 400 USD near mint and I couldn’t be happier. Only had 400 to spend on a dj controller and between the flx4/400/sb3/Inpulse 500 this gave me 4 channels and large good feeling jogwheels. I have been a bedroom dj for a decade I don’t see myself spending 1200 when i can spend another 600-800 for an xdj. So for that price range and the fact it now works with Rekordbox, Serrato, VDJ, Algo Djay, and Traktor makes it worth the money if you can find a good condition unit used.
The best dj controller I own is the Traktor S4 mk3, it's cheap, extremely well made and has all the features you need. I was previously a Pioneer user and unfortunately have to say that Pioneer does not have a good price-performance ratio.
Hey great review Phil, but I have to disagree with you when you say that the controller is not for Serato. When you said that I almost didn't buy it, thank God I did. I own two audio-technica's lp1240 And1 S9. I was looking for something that had the same feeling but for mobile DJs. I used to own a ns72 but that thing was just too clunky to be carrying around. So I sold it last year. But the DDJ flx six is actually perfect and light and has great jog wheels and has some really amazing features. Now as far as as the software side it works great with Serato you just have to have a knowledge of the way cerato operates and once you power it up and use it for about a week or so you will start to get used to it. Everything that's on the ns72 and all the other controllers for Serato is there but you just have to get used to the layout
merge fx sounds, sound like sound fx that one can put on the sampler. .. lol I assume one will need the sp1 or the xp2 if they are going to use the flx6 with serato software.. it's similar how they are needed for the cdj 1000 srt
I bought one. have it for 3 days i want to send back...i enjoy it but left jog wheel not working properly, and as i google, seems to be a very common problem.
as someone who moved up from the ddj 400, ive got to say, give this controller a miss folks, as good as having 4 channels, and the bigger jog wheels are, the price of this unit is only £69 less than what i paid for my DDJ 800 new, it also lacks balanced inputs and outputs which makes the audio vulnerable to ac hum, which i had issues with on my previous ddj 400, once i moved up to the ddj 800, AC hum was eliminated. Even as a hobbiest, i would totally avoid this controller folks, for a little extra the DDJ 800 is a much smarter choice, and if you really need the 4 channels, the DDJ 1000 if you want to remain in the Pioneer ecosystem.
Thanks for the video. I ended up buying this one. The only thing that I don't like about it is the lack of external inputs. The rest of the unit makes up for it.
I would prefer the 800 because of the information on the jogs (I don't bother about the CDJ jogs), and it has lots of audio inputs. But that doesn't mean that the FLX6 is a bad controller. I think many DJs will rely on the info on the jogwheels especially if they have used the 800/1000
I find the info on the jog wheels are super gimmicky. It's a tiny little screen that looks cool but I've never heard of anyone that just looks at that and not the computer. It's just not practical.
Great review! Like he said this unit is more for a hobbyist. I have the xdj rx2 myself. Just the fx mixer alone mixing a track out for someone who actually mixes could be a huge turn off. But I mean pioneer aims to please everyone even the hobbyist. Nice deck just doesn’t hit for more of the standard djs.
And the "no" list goes on: No RGB (just blue) pads, basic sound quality, poor quality faders, very basic quality crossfader.... for $600? Thanks but no thanks, Pioneer. They should call this the DDJ-2JOGWHEELS.
Phil, i got to the point in the video where you said it you using serato forgetaboutit, I have VDJ same? You said there are far better choices for Serato, any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. I purchased your beginning DJ course and it was AWESOME!!!!
Hi Phil, unfortunately the mapping of the effects section is nonsensical in relation to serato. you can use an external midi controller and map the effects section sensibly. Unfortunately, the Pioneer controller cannot be switched to a midi mode. with the second midi controller you can use Serato fully with the Pioneer controller. Unfortunately, the merge effect function is only designed for Pioneer rekordbox!!
there anything like this for traktor ? so can use this to learn and then play using club setup ? or a good mapping for this one or is there newer one out?
I just got this controller because Sweetwater has every other Pioneer Serato controller on back order. I'm nervous after watching this since you said it's not the best for Serato but I feel like I didn't have much of a choice unless if I would have waited another 2 months to get started. Maybe I'll sell this one once the others get in stock. Thanks for the vid!
Which begs the question. If you wanted a Serato controller at 600 bucks. What should you get if you're so adamant about saying this isn't a good Serato controller and why?
Hi Phil, lets cut to the chase. Within the next hour or so i’ll be purchasing this DDJ-FLX6. I’m coming from Technics 1210s & Pioneer S9 (Serato User). The FLX6 is not a substitute for my current gear, only something for on the go as I keep getting invited to do guest mixes on radio and abroad, where space is limited and need something compact like the FLX6 to travel with. I do loads of scratching and what drew me to this controller were the Jog wheel size and price, i can do everything else manually coming from a turntable background. I’ve seen videos of people doing some really great scratch techniques on this (manually) using serato. Are you saying this controller is strictly not for serato, if so can you provide more clarity than what’s in the video. All i need to be assured is whether my cue points and effects will still work even if the lables are wrong, so I don’t have to go changing stuff back when i reconnect to my S9. Also what’s the quality of the crossfader? I know it’s not going to be SRT or S9 quality but is it still cool for routines? Please reply promptly if you can. Thanks again.
It works just fine with Serato and Rekordbox, there's no reason it'll mess your cues up it's just a midi controller. We haven't done any extensive scratching on it, I doubt you'll love the crossfader but you'll be able to make it work as a backup.
Digital DJ Tips ok since owning the FLX-6 all i had to do is update my serato to the latest version and everything worked as it should. Only downside is the volume is very low, i would consider using an external sound card or jacking it into an external mixer. As for the effects pads it’s not rocket science to work out which effects go where. Jog wheel is good, crossfader is scratch-able.
Hi all, I'm new to djing and started the beginning of the march lockdown but never looked back. I started on the DDJ 200 as I did not know if I would stick to it. I'm now in a situation where I have out growing the controller and in a dilemma of what to choose next. Should I go DDJ 400, DDJ FLX6 or jump to DDJ 800 and by a lap top. I don't want to buy the DDJ 400 to out grow that straight away to 🤔 I mix more old School house, trance and some Acid/techno more a bedroom DJ for own enjoyment
All of those controllers need a laptop. You’d probably never outgrow the DDJ-800, but if you’d rather have four physical channels, the FLX-8 is your only budget choice right now.
might be cheaper and better to get an all in one unit like the pioneer xdj-rx2 or denon prime 2, both of which are excellent for both home and mobile DJ use, as you won't then need to buy a new laptop
These are 4 “software” channels. If I use an audio interface to connect external sources (vinyl) to Rekordbox, I assume this can control those? (Mixer controls, not jog wheel controls obvs)
@@digitaldjtips cheers. Just looking for a smart solution that would allow the flexibility of having both a controller and vinyl without going in to top end gear such as the DDJ-SZ2 (or whatever the newer version is now)
@@digitaldjtips portable is not really needed. My plan is, if djing is really my thing, which I believe it is because I was really into playing drums and listen to drum and bass for 15 years, to get something affordable which is as close to the 1000 without going the full way and still have big jogs and 4 decks. I still check for numark, but it seems like rekordbox/pioneer is more my thing Is there anything from Traktor which I may overlook?
Yet again a great video. I'm looking for a decent 4 channel, serato controller that won't break the bank. This isn't it obviously, current have an Inpulse 500 love it and would love a 4 channel version if Hercules read comments with a price point of about £5-600 with external outputs. Its a big ask but that would be my peefect controller. Thanks for the video Phil. 👍
@@digitaldjtips $199 for Serato dj pro (I guess they are trying to keep the bottom line down but I'd rather it was factored into the unit) & no aux inputs on channels is a big no from me.
About time your Review-ish of this Controller is up. Thought you were waiting till they released the FLX7 before you reviewed it :) ( I know your unit was stuck in Customs i am just being Sarcastic)
So what would you rather recommend around the same price range if using serato ? Been djing for 7 years now definitely time to upgrade from my ddjsb2 lol
Hi Phil, I have same controller. But when I play from it sound like bass is very low and hi is very high. When I play with monitor sound good. But when I play with my JBL gig speakers that happen. May I know the reason. Thanks.
I been looking at this controller for few days. Only now find out that with no input I can't add my decks to it, although it has 4 channels, strange. What would be closest to this that has 2 inputs for vinyls. Thanks Cheers
Can you think of any other controller which maybe in stock.... Due to global chip shortages can't seem to get a ddj800 so really tempted to purchase this or something similar for same price as ddj800 or less
3:42 i think would it be better instead of that giant jog wheel have a bigger pitch and also something that is missing in the effect section is the dowel for select the channels You want to applied the effect on that bottom that they put there is just not as practical and also they deleted the pad fx2 i think i would had rather have the pad fx2 than the merge fx or the scratch pad fx. Other than that would it be an amazing controller.
No, you can't because the Merge knob is doing an awful lot at once. You could get close on any DJ gear, especially with a bit of mapping, but not exactly.
Hi there, I am an aspiring DJ and feel that I could do with moving up from the ddj 400 I would like to move up to the 800 or 1000 but I am having trouble with finding ones that are in stock, is it worthwhile me buying this controller as it's slightly cheaper than the 800 and 1000?
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Im a beginner and my question is how can i use the jogwheels for beatmatching? I dont want to touch the jogwheels on top for beatmatch, i want to use these rims for beatmatching like i ve seen it on a cdj. when i touch jogwheel like this, nothing happens on flx 6..... ty for help.
It should work... make sure you don't have sync engaged. Also maybe you have master tempo turned on, so you can't hear the "pitch bend" of the audio, even though it is working.
For me, the mixer section has four channels, completely pointless, if you can't connect anything from the outside, such as turntables. And I thought that Pioneer did something right for a really reasonable price, but in this variant it's nothing special. You just have four audio files active in serato, you can do it from separate channels, and on two channels you just have to switch. That's all the difference.
Can anyone recommend a dj controller that you can also use with turntables? My son is after a controller but would like it to have this feature so I can pull all the old vinyl out for him.
as someone who has to use a behringer u-control UCA202 for recording mixes, will i even be able to do that on these if there's no "REC OUT" on the back ?
What would be comparable to this that works well with Serato and has the bigger jog wheels? I'm using a older DDJ SB 2 now and am thinking about upgrading to a slightly bigger and more feature full controller without breaking the bank.
Is it class compliant for plug-n-play with M1? Also, reports are Rekordbox DJ is working fine on M1. The MergeFX will be good for quick mixing too... not for every transition, but utilized sporadically between normal or regular transitions, cuts, drops, mixes, etc. The jog-cutter should sound better as long as the sample is longer.
@@ScroDiddly those two controllers are 4 channel mixers and both are budget ones, I own S3 but i moved to NI fron RB and can;t help to wonder if I made right decision and I would very much like for Phill to compare these two
Quick question here mate, is it worth switching from my DDJ-SR2 to the DDJ-FLX6? not that there's anything wrong with my favorite DDJ-SR2, but I am just looking for bigger jog , but feel that there is a lot of downside on this nice looking DDJ-FLX6..
That's a tough question, because I wouldn't buy another mid-range controller if I already had the SR2 which is already a great bit of kit - I'd go for the DDJ-1000 so it really feels like an upgrade
It looks like this one is made for Djs that just cant get the hang of effects. I forsee this going down in price soon. I guess there is a small market for this controller though. Beginners would gravitate towards this in quarantine.
I remember buying this controller about 9 months, without fears I know the controller is going to be everything, I even use this thing on outdoors with my JBL Xtreme 2 with no problems with Serato without any problems. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🥳🥳
Glad it worked out for you :)
Hey @DJ Shuffle! I was wondering how do you hook up the JBL speaker to the deck, is it bluethoot? And if it's Bluetooth, then do you experience sound delay?
@@paweldorosz3825 Only the auxiliary cable you have to plug in for your dj controller, You might have just a little tiny delay but it is worth it, You can also use the JBL charge 4 or JBL xtreme speakers 💯💯💯
he was definitely saying in the nicest way that EDM djs can't mix lol. I love him. Merge knob is a gimmick. You can do the same thing with loop/beat FX
brought some heat
@@antonioaugusto646 shhh haha
I agree. I don't mix edm but that merge knob just spoils it for the people like James Hype who do it all themselves. It's not fair if someone can press a button that does everything for them and everyone around them thinks there is loads of skill involved.
@@jhrjake7002 thank you man, you get it. Its a bummer sometimes when a crowd doesn't actually know what's happening behind the decks when real skill is being utilized.
exactly bro
I just purcessed this controller and I like it, it's ideal for me I only moved up from DDJ 200 that got me hooked and this was in my price range as a small step up. I'm not into the merge effects at all or scratching so I'm pretty pleased with it. I think it's a great move from the DDJ 200.
Glad you're enjoying it!
@@gazbom5 100% right, even to practice using 4 channels software only is really good. I will probably go straight to the stand alone XDJ range after a year or so using this.
is it serato compactible ?
Get the ddj-1000 so much better👌🏻
@@gazbom5 same
That’s what I was talking and waiting for, a real review! I was refusing to watch any other video/s talking about this unit. Thank you Phil. Have a great day. 👊🏼
Glad this helped you
I ordered a ddj 1000 today, I hope I made the right decision :)
Great controller, you'll not be disappointed
You did...
Hell yes. The 1000 makes this FLX6 look like a complete pile of plastic junk.
@@djrxmx I was thinking exactly the same thing! 100%!
I ordered mine February last year, best move I've ever made!
Unrelated to this video but thanks for the recent livestream Phil (and for responding to some of my questions) . Really enjoyed it and appreciate the opportunity to interact and hear your opinions on things. Lets hope 2021 proves to be a better year for djing live. Thanks for all the informative videos, really appreciate the work you're doing!
You’re welcome Sam
Just a great review. Great breakdown of the ups and downs of this controller. Class act
Thanks Bob!
@@digitaldjtips how do i trigger the master tempo of ddj flx6 in serato dj ?
Picked this up for 400 USD near mint and I couldn’t be happier. Only had 400 to spend on a dj controller and between the flx4/400/sb3/Inpulse 500 this gave me 4 channels and large good feeling jogwheels. I have been a bedroom dj for a decade I don’t see myself spending 1200 when i can spend another 600-800 for an xdj. So for that price range and the fact it now works with Rekordbox, Serrato, VDJ, Algo Djay, and Traktor makes it worth the money if you can find a good condition unit used.
Enjoy it
Just bought flx6 today and i love it♥️🙌💯
Glad to hear it!
Probably the most honest reviews on TH-cam. Subscribed and thank you!!!
Glad to help!
The best dj controller I own is the Traktor S4 mk3, it's cheap, extremely well made and has all the features you need. I was previously a Pioneer user and unfortunately have to say that Pioneer does not have a good price-performance ratio.
Glad you're enjoying the S4!
Thanks for the review man! I was going to buy it only for serato but you saved me! Lol thanks I’ll keep looking.
Roland DJ707M 👍
Wow, this is by går the most concrete video about this controller 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Glad you enjoyed it :)
Love each other and help each other!
Everything else is waste of time.
Thanks for the great video and prey for me I don't have money even for ddj200
Thanks for watching :)
Ownwd a ddj200 unit back in 2014, moved up to a 400 in 2020 and now in 2022 I've finally upgraded to the FLX6 and i think its pretty great.
dId he just say its not For Serato when you can literally use both Serato or R BOX
@@djmontecarlotv well no i didn't say that. But the guy in the video said its not recommended for serato
@@daniel-san836 yes that's what I meant "he" meaning the guy in the video. you can perform with both serato and rbox
Pioneer should have named this controller 'The BIG Knob'
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Lol!
@@djrxmx the Big Blue Knob
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Hey great review Phil, but I have to disagree with you when you say that the controller is not for Serato. When you said that I almost didn't buy it, thank God I did. I own two audio-technica's lp1240 And1 S9. I was looking for something that had the same feeling but for mobile DJs. I used to own a ns72 but that thing was just too clunky to be carrying around. So I sold it last year. But the DDJ flx six is actually perfect and light and has great jog wheels and has some really amazing features. Now as far as as the software side it works great with Serato you just have to have a knowledge of the way cerato operates and once you power it up and use it for about a week or so you will start to get used to it. Everything that's on the ns72 and all the other controllers for Serato is there but you just have to get used to the layout
Cool, glad it works for you. My point is the USP features only work with properly with Rekordbox.
i just got mine yesterday and i love it so far just have some fun thats all
Awesome, glad to hear it
This was a GREAT video which helped me. Love it!! Thank you kindly!
No problem!
merge fx sounds, sound like sound fx that one can put on the sampler. .. lol
I assume one will need the sp1 or the xp2 if they are going to use the flx6 with serato software.. it's similar how they are needed for the cdj 1000 srt
Pioneer lost me when you said this isn't for Serato. Like your classes, I learn from your honest, strait-forward reviews.
Glad to help!
Completely agree with your points. Aux in and 4 channels is a no-brainer. Sorely missed.
Thanks Moth.
I bought one. have it for 3 days i want to send back...i enjoy it but left jog wheel not working properly, and as i google, seems to be a very common problem.
Sorry to hear that
as someone who moved up from the ddj 400, ive got to say, give this controller a miss folks, as good as having 4 channels, and the bigger jog wheels are, the price of this unit is only £69 less than what i paid for my DDJ 800 new, it also lacks balanced inputs and outputs which makes the audio vulnerable to ac hum, which i had issues with on my previous ddj 400, once i moved up to the ddj 800, AC hum was eliminated. Even as a hobbiest, i would totally avoid this controller folks, for a little extra the DDJ 800 is a much smarter choice, and if you really need the 4 channels, the DDJ 1000 if you want to remain in the Pioneer ecosystem.
Thanks for weighing in Allan
About £260 difference in price, not everyone would go further than that over this one
Hmmm 2 channel vs 4 channel. The dfj 1000 is 2 x the price
Thanks for the video. I ended up buying this one. The only thing that I don't like about it is the lack of external inputs. The rest of the unit makes up for it.
Yes it would have been a nice addition
I would prefer the 800 because of the information on the jogs (I don't bother about the CDJ jogs), and it has lots of audio inputs. But that doesn't mean that the FLX6 is a bad controller. I think many DJs will rely on the info on the jogwheels especially if they have used the 800/1000
Good point Christian!
I find the info on the jog wheels are super gimmicky. It's a tiny little screen that looks cool but I've never heard of anyone that just looks at that and not the computer. It's just not practical.
@@lachie4017 bpm on jog is kinda cool, info on computer is so small u better be sober
And the Merge FX can be used with any other controller as it's just a software function in the latest RB version.
True
Best review yet
i plan to buy this to practice playing until i master it i will buy the XZ set, I don't know what you think
Glad I watched! Wanted decent platters but aux phono/line input. Not gimmicks. Reminds me of the numark 90s mixer with the 3 sound samples!
Lol I remember those :)
Great review. Thank you so much!
Glad to help :)
Great review! Like he said this unit is more for a hobbyist. I have the xdj rx2 myself. Just the fx mixer alone mixing a track out for someone who actually mixes could be a huge turn off. But I mean pioneer aims to please everyone even the hobbyist. Nice deck just doesn’t hit for more of the standard djs.
Yeah that’s fair.
no dB meters too, pretty much essential in my book
Great review. I almost bought this but I’m a Serrato user. Changed my mine lol.
Haha okay cool :) Hope you find a controller you like!
And the "no" list goes on: No RGB (just blue) pads, basic sound quality, poor quality faders, very basic quality crossfader.... for $600? Thanks but no thanks, Pioneer.
They should call this the DDJ-2JOGWHEELS.
Thanks for weighing in Michalis
Me and my uncle started a DJ Gig on the 31st this month, and yes I'm happy to take my DDJ flx6 on the go gigs 💯💯💯
Nice one :)
I use mine to play raves bruh
Phil, i got to the point in the video where you said it you using serato forgetaboutit, I have VDJ same? You said there are far better choices for Serato, any recommendations would be greatly appreciated. I purchased your beginning DJ course and it was AWESOME!!!!
The replacement, GRV6, is a great choice nowadays
Thanks for the review! What would you recommend at this pp or under for Serato?
The SB3 is a great option at a budget price range :)
Hi Phil, unfortunately the mapping of the effects section is nonsensical in relation to serato. you can use an external midi controller and map the effects section sensibly. Unfortunately, the Pioneer controller cannot be switched to a midi mode. with the second midi controller you can use Serato fully with the Pioneer controller. Unfortunately, the merge effect function is only designed for Pioneer rekordbox!!
As we say in the review, this is not for us a good Serato controller.
That is my dream to have a pioneer controller 🙏
there anything like this for traktor ? so can use this to learn and then play using club setup ? or a good mapping for this one or is there newer one out?
There is a Traktor mapping for this
I just got this controller because Sweetwater has every other Pioneer Serato controller on back order. I'm nervous after watching this since you said it's not the best for Serato but I feel like I didn't have much of a choice unless if I would have waited another 2 months to get started. Maybe I'll sell this one once the others get in stock. Thanks for the vid!
Good luck with it Brittney
So how do I get the microphone to work on this is if it's got a microphone I can't use?
Which begs the question. If you wanted a Serato controller at 600 bucks. What should you get if you're so adamant about saying this isn't a good Serato controller and why?
There aren’t very many, which is why it is a shame that this isn’t better. Probably Numark NS6II.
Thank you, you saved me money that's for sure!
No problem!
I just got one and love it!
Big value for money. I got myself the DDJ SX3 some months back and when I saw this come out I instantly regretted buying the SX3.
Wow this video is awesome. Thank you.
No problem!
Thanks Phil for info my mind is made up that I will get the ddj-1000 as always you and your teams videos very informative
Enjoy the DDJ-1000!
So after 2 years.. Is it still better to use record box instead of serato for this controller?
Useful, what is a good cheap Serato controller?
Well said..it's alright for the amateur !!
Nothing wrong with that per se but worth knowing before buying 😀
The rca outputs shouldn't be much of a problem as long as you have an external mixer/mixing board right?
They're only a problem when you want to run long, balanced cables.
Great review that i needed, im in the looks for my first dj controller and i was going for this one. im going more for techno, deep house vibes.
Nice one Richard, this is a good option
Reconsider your choice. Save some money by going with the DDJ400, or save (up) some more and pick the 800/1000. Muuuuch more professional!
Don't buy this. Buy the DDJ-800
so to be clear, you could not plug a turn table into this and have a hybrid setup across 3 faders?
No
Hi Phil, lets cut to the chase. Within the next hour or so i’ll be purchasing this DDJ-FLX6. I’m coming from Technics 1210s & Pioneer S9 (Serato User). The FLX6 is not a substitute for my current gear, only something for on the go as I keep getting invited to do guest mixes on radio and abroad, where space is limited and need something compact like the FLX6 to travel with. I do loads of scratching and what drew me to this controller were the Jog wheel size and price, i can do everything else manually coming from a turntable background.
I’ve seen videos of people doing some really great scratch techniques on this (manually) using serato.
Are you saying this controller is strictly not for serato, if so can you provide more clarity than what’s in the video. All i need to be assured is whether my cue points and effects will still work even if the lables are wrong, so I don’t have to go changing stuff back when i reconnect to my S9. Also what’s the quality of the crossfader? I know it’s not going to be SRT or S9 quality but is it still cool for routines?
Please reply promptly if you can. Thanks again.
It works just fine with Serato and Rekordbox, there's no reason it'll mess your cues up it's just a midi controller. We haven't done any extensive scratching on it, I doubt you'll love the crossfader but you'll be able to make it work as a backup.
Digital DJ Tips ok since owning the FLX-6 all i had to do is update my serato to the latest version and everything worked as it should. Only downside is the volume is very low, i would consider using an external sound card or jacking it into an external mixer.
As for the effects pads it’s not rocket science to work out which effects go where. Jog wheel is good, crossfader is scratch-able.
@@tunefitune135 Why would you not just spend a bit more and buy the DDJ-800 instead? or maybe even a Serato alternative..
Hi all, I'm new to djing and started the beginning of the march lockdown but never looked back. I started on the DDJ 200 as I did not know if I would stick to it. I'm now in a situation where I have out growing the controller and in a dilemma of what to choose next. Should I go DDJ 400, DDJ FLX6 or jump to DDJ 800 and by a lap top. I don't want to buy the DDJ 400 to out grow that straight away to 🤔 I mix more old School house, trance and some Acid/techno more a bedroom DJ for own enjoyment
All of those controllers need a laptop. You’d probably never outgrow the DDJ-800, but if you’d rather have four physical channels, the FLX-8 is your only budget choice right now.
might be cheaper and better to get an all in one unit like the pioneer xdj-rx2 or denon prime 2, both of which are excellent for both home and mobile DJ use, as you won't then need to buy a new laptop
This review was super helpful thanks!
No problem!
These are 4 “software” channels. If I use an audio interface to connect external sources (vinyl) to Rekordbox, I assume this can control those? (Mixer controls, not jog wheel controls obvs)
No idea, sounds a bit convoluted but may work - would need to think it through and test it ourselves! It really is not designed for that though.
@@digitaldjtips cheers. Just looking for a smart solution that would allow the flexibility of having both a controller and vinyl without going in to top end gear such as the DDJ-SZ2 (or whatever the newer version is now)
Just have seen a serato academy DJ explaining every feature on serato software with no big issues
Cool, don't let us put you off it then.
I plan this to be my first controller, would you recommend it?
Ddj 400 feels pretty weird now when this thing is out.
Sure it'll be great as a first controller, the DDJ-400 is excellent though for the price, more portable as well if that's something you care about
@@digitaldjtips portable is not really needed. My plan is, if djing is really my thing, which I believe it is because I was really into playing drums and listen to drum and bass for 15 years, to get something affordable which is as close to the 1000 without going the full way and still have big jogs and 4 decks.
I still check for numark, but it seems like rekordbox/pioneer is more my thing
Is there anything from Traktor which I may overlook?
Cool sounds like the FLX6 is right for you
Yet again a great video. I'm looking for a decent 4 channel, serato controller that won't break the bank. This isn't it obviously, current have an Inpulse 500 love it and would love a 4 channel version if Hercules read comments with a price point of about £5-600 with external outputs. Its a big ask but that would be my peefect controller. Thanks for the video Phil. 👍
Look at Numark NS4FX
@@digitaldjtips $199 for Serato dj pro (I guess they are trying to keep the bottom line down but I'd rather it was factored into the unit) & no aux inputs on channels is a big no from me.
About time your Review-ish of this Controller is up.
Thought you were waiting till they released the FLX7 before you reviewed it :)
( I know your unit was stuck in Customs i am just being Sarcastic)
Our written review is live now too :)
So what would you rather recommend around the same price range if using serato ? Been djing for 7 years now definitely time to upgrade from my ddjsb2 lol
DDJ1000SRT, it costs more though.
Pls suggest which controller for beginners
Hi Phil, I have same controller. But when I play from it sound like bass is very low and hi is very high. When I play with monitor sound good. But when I play with my JBL gig speakers that happen. May I know the reason. Thanks.
No idea, sorry!
I been looking at this controller for few days. Only now find out that with no input I can't add my decks to it, although it has 4 channels, strange.
What would be closest to this that has 2 inputs for vinyls.
Thanks
Cheers
DDJ-1000
Thank you so much i almost bought one of these today.
What stopped you?
@@digitaldjtips you said "it's not compatible with Sarato".
Can you think of any other controller which maybe in stock.... Due to global chip shortages can't seem to get a ddj800 so really tempted to purchase this or something similar for same price as ddj800 or less
whats the best 4 channel controller to use with serato?
3:42 i think would it be better instead of that giant jog wheel have a bigger pitch and also something that is missing in the effect section is the dowel for select the channels You want to applied the effect on that bottom that they put there is just not as practical and also they deleted the pad fx2 i think i would had rather have the pad fx2 than the merge fx or the scratch pad fx. Other than that would it be an amazing controller.
some good ideas there Justino!
Hello, thanks for your channel. In your opinion, what's best 4 channel unit for Serato?
DDJ-1000SRT
i have the DDJ-1000 & DDJ-XP1 tandem, but I’d like to see them come out with an DDJ-XP3 with MergeFX encoders, instead of a DDJ-600.
Interesting idea!
PLEASE HELP! I still can’t connect my iPhone to Relortbox on Mac, WiFi connect issues! I’ve looked everywhere? My iPad can connect thought
Can you simulate the Merge FX on a cheaper controller like the DDJ-400? Would you use pads for that type of thing?
No, you can't because the Merge knob is doing an awful lot at once. You could get close on any DJ gear, especially with a bit of mapping, but not exactly.
Hi there, I am an aspiring DJ and feel that I could do with moving up from the ddj 400 I would like to move up to the 800 or 1000 but I am having trouble with finding ones that are in stock, is it worthwhile me buying this controller as it's slightly cheaper than the 800 and 1000?
If it were me I will wait for one of those
Looking to buy this controller for mixing at uni. Do XLR adapter cables exist that i cld plug into these if a club needed it? Great review btw.
Yes they do
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how do you start the kontroller ? i did just buy it , enyone with installation tutorial , from scratch to mixing
Sorry, not sure what you're asking here. Follow the instructions on the card in the box.
Hey mate good information.Was wondering what laptop stand that is and where can I buy .
Here you go: geni.us/Hm2vgMc :)
What is the best 4 channel controller for Serato for under USD 1000 ?
We like the Roland DJ707M
@@digitaldjtips Thanks. Do you prefer FLX6 or DDJ SX3?
Where can i found the MERGE FX SETTINGS, anyway?
What would be the best affordable controller to be used with serato for mixing drum n bass?
Genre doesn't matter. the Numark Mixtrack Pro FX or Mixtrack Platinum FX are affordable, and great.
Im a beginner and my question is how can i use the jogwheels for beatmatching? I dont want to touch the jogwheels on top for beatmatch, i want to use these rims for beatmatching like i ve seen it on a cdj. when i touch jogwheel like this, nothing happens on flx 6..... ty for help.
It should work... make sure you don't have sync engaged. Also maybe you have master tempo turned on, so you can't hear the "pitch bend" of the audio, even though it is working.
@@digitaldjtips Ahh :D Now i Know :D :D Bye Bye Sync Button :D TY :D
Hi do u have by chance nurmak ns7ii
For me, the mixer section has four channels, completely pointless, if you can't connect anything from the outside, such as turntables.
And I thought that Pioneer did something right for a really reasonable price, but in this variant it's nothing special. You just have four audio files active in serato, you can do it from separate channels, and on two channels you just have to switch. That's all the difference.
Sounds like it's not for you this one Dave
Are you able to give us update about connecting it to djay app ?
We'll see what we can do :)
Can anyone recommend a dj controller that you can also use with turntables? My son is after a controller but would like it to have this feature so I can pull all the old vinyl out for him.
There are lots. DDJ1000 is a popular one.
I have the SB2 and was looking to upgrade. Now I’m sad you said it’s not for Serato which is what I use.
It is not the best for Serato but it still works with it. I’d save for the Ddj-1000srt if I were you
Do you recommend a controller with the club size jog wheels that is better suited for Serato with a similar price range?
There aren't any with these jogs in the same price range that works with Serato so no!
Thank you for your reviews!!
You're very welcome :)
as someone who has to use a behringer u-control UCA202 for recording mixes, will i even be able to do that on these if there's no "REC OUT" on the back ?
Not directly you’d need a small additional mixer ideally
@@digitaldjtips is that even possible mate ?
What would be comparable to this that works well with Serato and has the bigger jog wheels? I'm using a older DDJ SB 2 now and am thinking about upgrading to a slightly bigger and more feature full controller without breaking the bank.
DDJ-1000SRT
Not interested in purchasing this because I’m about to buy the XZ but was just wondering do these have mechanical jogs?
No, they're capacitive
Can u midi map merge affect button to just use regular effects
Don’t think so but not sure
Is it class compliant for plug-n-play with M1? Also, reports are Rekordbox DJ is working fine on M1.
The MergeFX will be good for quick mixing too... not for every transition, but utilized sporadically between normal or regular transitions, cuts, drops, mixes, etc. The jog-cutter should sound better as long as the sample is longer.
We haven’t done any M1 testing at all yet
I buy this for recordbox definely
Great review, Im wondering if you could do a comparison of flx6 and kontrol s3
Thanks for the suggestion, we'll see what we can do :)
Those are not very comparable in my eyes. Not that one is better than the other. Just very different types.
@@ScroDiddly those two controllers are 4 channel mixers and both are budget ones, I own S3 but i moved to NI fron RB and can;t help to wonder if I made right decision and I would very much like for Phill to compare these two
1 thing that i didn't hear mention was the build quality of this thing. Any good or a waste?
Same build quality as DDJ-400
What 4 channel controller would you recommend for serato instead?
Probably the DDJ-1000SRT, but more expensive though.
Quick question here mate, is it worth switching from my DDJ-SR2 to the DDJ-FLX6? not that there's anything wrong with my favorite DDJ-SR2, but I am just looking for bigger jog , but feel that there is a lot of downside on this nice looking DDJ-FLX6..
Personally no I don't think it's worth it for the sake of a bigger jogwheel
@@digitaldjtips Great tip there, but what you recommend for a bit bigger jogs and deck layer, without going overboard on the price range?.. Thanks 👍
That's a tough question, because I wouldn't buy another mid-range controller if I already had the SR2 which is already a great bit of kit - I'd go for the DDJ-1000 so it really feels like an upgrade
It looks like this one is made for Djs that just cant get the hang of effects. I forsee this going down in price soon. I guess there is a small market for this controller though. Beginners would gravitate towards this in quarantine.
Yeah it's definitely aimed at the beginner to mid-tier market, casual users
just ordered one... edm 4 life :D
Have fun!