Pioneer DJ DDJ-200 Smart DJ Controller, Black

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Two mixer channels are enough for many people and most of the time are certainly enough for beginner DJs however if you want to start off by building a future proof and extensible setup you might want to consider getting a 4-channel DJ controller from the slightly higher price point such as the DDJ-1000 or the DDJ-SZ. DJ Software integration. What does this mean for you? With the DDJ-200 you will have to connect your speakers directly to your laptop/smartphone because this controller does not have its own audio connector outputs. A long time favourite amongst the mobile DJ community, Algoriddim’s fantastic DJay application (read our review here) is probably best known for its Spotify streaming integration. With Pioneer DJ not releasing the WeDJ on iPad yet, Algoriddim Djay will become the leading contender for using an iPad with the DDJ 200. A set up we enjoy due to the larger screen and magnetic stands currently available.

Pioneer DJ DDJ-200 First Look - DJ with Spotify and Beatport Pioneer DJ DDJ-200 First Look - DJ with Spotify and Beatport

Bringing together performance features from Rekordbox DJ with brand new streaming options from Beatport Link and SoundCloud, the WeDJ application works seamlessly with the DDJ 200. Within a couple of presses, you are connected, and the inbuilt tutorials are fantastic for beginners. The app features new advanced phrase sync and transition effect mode, which massively automate the mixing process. These won’t be for everyone and only sound good if used in the right situation. However, it’s bound to be a feature that beginners will love to play with. More advanced performance features such as slip and slicer are all included but activated via the screen of the phone. Algoriddim has done a fantastic job of mapping the controller to work flawlessly straight away. Even the crossfader activates a filter as you sweep across when you select the transition FX. Note you will have to choose the split output in the settings to activate the cue buttons, but this makes complete sense as you wouldn’t be able to cue without the output enabled. These features get a DJ’s feet wet into manual mixing, but they don’t train the DJ on how to do it.There is also quite a large difference in weight where the DDJ-200 weighs around 4 pounds (1.8 kg) and the DDJ-400 around 7 pounds (3 kg). There is also a considerable difference in size. The WeDJ application compliments the DDJ 200 perfectly, and we wouldn’t be surprised if Pioneer doesn’t enable more controllers to use it in the future given its advanced performance features. With Native Instruments releasing a mobile version of Traktor soon, Pioneer has set a high standard at this price point. The ability to use the DDJ 200 with other applications, allowing for numerous streaming options is a great move. It enables the DDJ 200 to suit almost anybody without forcing them to change streaming platforms. You get a rekordbox dj licence key bundled with this controller. Simply activate your licence key for the DJ software, connect the controller and start DJing.

Pioneer DDJ-200 - Bluetooth entry-level controller for DJ

Higher-end controllers support multiple inputs from several players to integrate additional vinyl players and other devices. If you have the extra cash to shell out, then turntables & a versatile DJ controller can work together. Advanced models include 4-channels or more and come with all the bells and whistles proficient DJs want to make their mix masterful. The controller comes with a headphone splitter that starts from your phone or laptop and splits to your headphones and speaker, both using 3.5mm outs. You can’t, therefore, connect to a pair of speakers without a mixer, or a 3.5mm to RCA cable.What Equipment Do You Really Need To DJ? – Gear Recommendations Both devices feature only 2 mixer channels. The DDJ-400 on the other hand features a sound card and an RCA output and you will be able to connect your speakers directly to the unit using appropriate cables. DDJ-200 & DDJ-400 output sections