Best Beginner DJ Controllers Under $300

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Choosing your first DJ controller can be tricky. Here's a full breakdown of all the entry-level controllers on the market.
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@Crossfader 7 дней назад

Comment To Win a DDJ-FLX4 - What song would you play if you won!? Watch the free lesson on the DDJ-FLX4 here: wearecrossfader.co.uk/ddj-flx4-lesson Check out he Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 Course here: app.wearecrossfader.co.uk/online-dj-courses/Pioneer-DJ-DDJ-FLX4-Course

@DevTr3nd 7 дней назад

Honestly, I would like to play a song I made a while back called "A (Hidden Memory)" by DevTrend, and I would love to create a live mashup mix with it with the ddj-flx4 :)

@sirdrake6 7 дней назад

I believe the first song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Kane Brown's One Thing Right

@razvantim07 6 дней назад

The first song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Bon Garcon's ''Freek U'', it really takes me back :)

@stevepatrick3559 6 дней назад

ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-Nulyok6SpzM.htmlsi=mkqha8vBpfy31Pyw Praxis Feat Kathy Brown - Turn Me Out. 😍

@Sergio-uy4ew 6 дней назад

I’ve thought about this a lot in preparing to get my own FLX4, but the first song(s) I would play, if I won, would be a recreation of Daft Punk’s Alive 2007 set, specifically playing around with ‘Da Funk’. Daft punk is what got me into the electronic music world and I remember as a kid watching all the videos that people recorded of the set. Even now I still go back and watch break downs and try to recreate everything in my head. Truly revolutionary

@UONeal 7 дней назад

I'm not even looking nor am I beginner but I can't help myself... If I see a new DJ gear video I'm watching lol... Great content as always... Keep up the great work

@djstuc 7 дней назад

As another 'non-beginner', I would advise you to look at one of these cheap controllers as a casual or backup device, they are incredibly fun. I managed to pick up a Numark Mixtrack Pro FX for £160 (£110 with some vouchers I had) and it's incredibly fun. You can set it up in the front room or the kitchen etc and rock a party.

@Crossfader 7 дней назад

Haha love it!

@blakey666 6 дней назад

Same here, I just like to watch these to help give people starting out advice

@djstuc 7 дней назад

Numark Mixtrack Pro FX is the best cheap controller around imo... nice jogs, nice pitch faders, good FX paddles, lots of fun to use.

@johnsuggs7828 3 дня назад

I'm looking at getting one of those. I saw the Platinum version for 149.99 in Good condition

@djstuc 3 дня назад

@@johnsuggs7828 it’s a great cheap little controller, I’ve even done a couple of gigs with it when my main unit was getting repaired.

@matthewchin6962 3 дня назад

Definitely Where You Are by John Summit. Thanks for the super informative video! I just started, know absolutely nothing, and your channel has been super helpful.

@swbez 5 дней назад

I would have to say a mix: Intro to Jedi Mind Tricks - Design in Mailice moving into Brown paper Bag from Roni Size, then going into Robocop from Mozey, B Live then finishing off with some Chase & Status - Baddadan

@nilsaguilarrosas1958 2 дня назад

Love to see videos like this, really helpful when you're starting in djing, thanks! The first song I would play is Can You Feel It by Mr. Fingers

@edwintshepomalema9416 6 дней назад

First song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Black Coffee feat Msaki "Wish you where here"

@Rxmuk 4 дня назад

I think right now, given the recent passing of Paul Spencer, and that I played those tracks over and over as a teenager, it would have to be Sunchyme by Dario G as the first play on the FLX4.

@Cienfuegos911 6 дней назад

Good, informative video. Thank you so much for sharing the knowledge.

@josephzhao5539 3 дня назад

Love the video, super informative! In terms of first song, I think I would go with Chris Lake - In the Yuma

@FlyByFrancis День назад

This video came at the right time. I've been searching for other videos highlighting beginner DJ controllers and most of the videos are about the Hercules 500 and the DDJ FLX4 but not the rest featured in this video. Thanks! First Song: Runaway or Mr. Brightside

@Fvu31 7 дней назад

Great content as always!

@dj_mamute 2 дня назад

For over 1 year I have Traktor Kontrol S2MK3. It comes with powerful Traktor software that I loved so much and it gives possibility to add additional functionality thought midi mappings. The DDJ-FLX4 for sure is good stuff to be more familiar with Pioneer hardware that is club standards. The first song that I will play on DDJ-FLX4 it will be Bolth - Demons From My Past

@sabrecon 6 дней назад

Love your layout of the info for the beginner DJs and the ecosystems… First song: sooo many to chose from… If You’re Not The One… Daniel Bedingfield… Cheers…. Thanks again…

@tobi-y7862 6 дней назад

Great video..i missed one like this on budget controllers in 2024. My first track would be Wagon Christ - Shadows...one of my favourite producers out there. ❤

@johnsuggs7828 3 дня назад

Another option to consider is the *USED* market. You can get some really high end gear for fractions of what they would cost new. Sometimes you can even get it near brand new. *My* *DJ* *Gear:* 1. *Roland* *202* - *159.99* - it retails for 299.99. That's almost 50% off and it was near new 2. *Traktor* *S3* - *99.99* - retails for 549.99. got it on guitar center in great condition 3. *Novation* *Twitch* - *95.99* retailed when new for 449.99 4. *Hercules* *DJ-500* - Paid retail for this one but got it on G. Center for 24 months financing. *249.99* for Serato DJ Pro (perpetual lic) *49.99* for Traktor on sale from 99.99

@dellamaroficial 4 дня назад

The first song I would play on my FLX4 controller would be: "More Than You Know - Axwell /\ Ingrosso" But there are so many that I want to play with all my heart! It will be amazing when that day comes! 😍

@castrosounds 6 дней назад

I would play “Castro - Dale” which is my own song and my personal favorite!!!

@lutfuozanlar 6 дней назад

I played first song Numb - Elderbrook. Wow! Such an amazing song.

@gaetanseuillot4794 21 час назад

Just starting to learn to be a dj, trying to set my mind on a controller, your vids are super helpful !! The songs I wanna play the most are "Vois sur ton chemin" and "Lullaby" from Bennett, dj who's really super talented. And of course if I can win a controller I'll post some vids to show you !!

@LeonEdwards1976 3 дня назад

First song I will play on the flx4 would be: Now is the Time (Brisk Remix)

@PjeterYT 2 дня назад

I have the ddj 200 and the software is amazing, but the lack of buttons makes it harder to use (looping, song select, effects etc are all in the software and not on the controller) I know I'm not gonna win, but I would play Formula by DJ Visage :)

6 дней назад

So great to see how much love Hercules gets from you! 😄

@philipmurphy9711 4 дня назад

Brill video Jamie. Glad to see this as an intro for young people or beginners and trying to bring people into the skill hobby. Music is really important. If you are just getting into DJing then streaming is a great option for the music. My recommendation is a ddj 200 or flx4 with Djay Pro and an apple music subscription, should be able to bag a 2 to 3 months sub for free. As you said though, great intro to the pioneer ecosystem especially with rekordbox too. I have a numark mixstream pro and am dumping it because of Tidals rip off £20pm for a sub. I'm gonna get my hands on a flx4 and use my iPad with Djay pro. Would love to win your flx4 and I would play San transciso punchanella. Ive owened controllers from all manufacturers mentioned, and used to love traktor. Always go back to pioneer and Djay is becoming so powerful.

@joaquin70107 7 дней назад

Definitely Boom Boom Boom, Timmy and Tweekaz. To get the party jumping and shouting!! 🔥

@ThePobolycwm 7 дней назад

Early 90's jungle for me

@DimitrisLoizos 7 дней назад

Amazing video! Definitely answered a lot of my questions! The first song I'd play would be "Mr Brightside"!

@xlatyy 7 дней назад

Thank you for another helpful video so i can finally decide what dj set i want to buy for the start. The first song i would play: Hotel room service - Pitbull.

@kidperfectgamer 5 дней назад

Lemonade mixed with butterfly effect!

@Psyclic. 6 дней назад

I’m old and just getting back into djing. Drum and bass has been in my blood for almost 30 years so first song would be LTJ Bukem - Atlantis

@jacopomolaro7616 День назад

Don’t you worry child - not a favourite anymore but used to be my absolute tune when I was a kid :)

@mondelpollard1103 5 дней назад

If I won the Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 the first song I would play is Art of Noise - Beat Box

@catalin66ro 7 дней назад

My first song, that I actually played on the FLX4 was David Guetta & SIA - Titanium. Great stuff, guys!

@fpeezdoo9859 6 дней назад

I am not that much into trance these days, but I'd play Lustral - Everytime (Nalin And Kane Mix) back from 1999 as a tribute to my love for electronic music. That track got me so hard back then so I switched to listening and enjoying electronic genres exclusively. I used to make my own techno and dnb tracks but I've never had a chance to try DJing. Thanks for the vid!

@BenDiGedigMusic 5 дней назад

First song would have to be the 12" version of Let's Go Crazy by Prince, always gets the party started, and because the intro has no beat, it can be faded in whatever the warm-up DJ's been playing :D

@CarlosEMVeiga 7 дней назад

In my opinion the Hercules Inpulse 500 allows you to perform the jump from beginning to start your own gigs. has Microphone inputs, more pro outputs, and has the Djuced app for free that is well integrated and with a lot of updates. FLX4 for me is for begginers, but if you want to buy something that you could start working I would go for Hercules Inpulse 500.

@ShawnBrimer 5 дней назад

Not a beginner, but always love new gear! First thing I would be is Foo Fighter's "Rope" (Deadmau5 Mix).

@thistooshallpass5425 2 дня назад

Great review! 🙏First track I’d play on the FLX 4 is, A Homeboy, A Hippie & A Funki Dredd - Total Confusion (Heavenly mix) ❤

@clubtonberry 6 дней назад

One crucial thing you missed about the Numark mixtrack platinum FX is that it is 4 decks, not 2. That sold me back when I wanted a beginner controller. I'm now a Traktor Kontrol S4 user and while yes the software isn't updated much, I still think the feel of NI's controllers trumps all the others for me, personally.

@jayibanez6969 5 дней назад

First thing that comes in my mind that i would play with the FLX4 is Sihlouette by Goldroom 🔥 just always brings that nice beach party vibe 👌

@bluesky988 6 дней назад

First song I'd play on the FLX4 would be She's Gone, Dance On by Disclosure. I love that song at the minute ❤

@TobiášKovařík-p8y 6 дней назад

TIDAL WAVE - Sub Focus,Alpines Great content! Thank you for helping me start

@rafaelsender367 4 дня назад

Would love that FLX-4!! First song I'd play would definitely be Ferarri, and piece of your heart. Basic I know, but I would love to DJ at clubs and bars for college students since I'm one myself!

@MStyle-oj3xo 7 дней назад

I would play one of my own mashups. Great video guys Thank you 🙏

@1989dchang День назад

Awesome video. I'd play Go Back - John Summit, Subfocus, Julia Church

@benji.B-side 7 дней назад

As an intro song, my first song would be 'Move Your Body - Marshall Jefferson'. To let a crowd know DJ Benji B-Side is in the HOUSE!! 😁

@Wild_D 5 дней назад

FLX4 is solid. Some pros travel with it to work in the hotel on tour. I see it as something I will always use

@AdamVarga-vb5td 6 дней назад

Love me - Bladerunner I really love this song because the jungle beat with vocal is very magical and the bassline is sooo good!

@NarisBe 2 дня назад

Loved the video! Need an upgrade, so for the first song, I think I would go with "ARGY - Tataki" 👌

@krisinic 5 дней назад

Great video!! First song I would play on the FLX4 would be "You and I - Medina, deadmau5 remix" 👌

@RBergamo06 6 дней назад

Love it ! Thanks so much ! I would play a Push up remix from Sleezy Stereo !!

@lucashuezo4 2 дня назад

First song would probably be Sunshine of Your Wub by Yookie because my son loves that song.

@riddellvuewalker8915 День назад

1st song I would play “ hey DJ would you play that song” oldie but a goodie😎

@djneinemo1168 6 дней назад

Just sold my DDJ400 a couple of days ago because I lost my job and needed the money. I'd love to have that DDJ-FLX4 and the first I would play is Don't Make Me Wait by Bomb The Bass ft. Lorraine...great throwback song! Good luck to all of us!

@NoExperienceRequired 6 дней назад

I wish this video was around when I bought my first controller, the Traktor Kontrol S3! I did like it, but might have gone with a Pioneer unit given the insights from this review. That said, I now have an XDJ-XZ! Also: my intro song would be Manifest by Coco and Breezy. Thanks again for all the great info!

@richbanks911 2 дня назад

I'd play 'Figh the Power' by Public Enemy

@ebselectronics 7 дней назад

I would definitely play Kernkraft 400 x Mau P - Drugs from Amsterdam as an acapella on the FLX 4! Great video also!

@t_leite 6 дней назад

Great content as usual, my first choice would be Kings of Tomorrow - Finally

@stroxicvn 5 дней назад

Monocule, Joe Jury - Take Me Home will be my first song on flx4! I'm always listening to Hardstyle and get stuck in one genre, but one day I got to recognize the world has many more good things to hear and I found this track, omg it's speaking my heart, I found another aspect of my soul 😇

@atnguyenkhoathanh583 6 дней назад

I’m gonna play Contrast by Alignment definitely, so inviting! Good luck to everyone, too!

@Parker307 6 дней назад

This is a helpful video, thanks. First song Vaporspace - Gravitational Arch Of 10

@garyallen1473 6 дней назад

My first choice to play on the FLX-4 would be Iniko "Jericho." As an absolute beginner I bought the DDJ-400 last year and am still really happy with it.

@cowboylebop 6 дней назад

Working on some DnB mixing, so definitely playing some Sub Focus!

@filipvranes4552 6 дней назад

First track I would play is Simon Doty - Thinkin. Dope remix of a timeless classic!

@justaright2421 5 дней назад

The DDJ-FLX4 controller would be great to have. The first song I would break it in with is Street Player (Remastered) version by a group called Chicago.

@Tarwegeit 4 дня назад

Great video. First song I will play is Joey Beltram - Energy Flash

@bryanisimo 4 дня назад

I think theFirst song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Fatboy Slim "Role Model", sounds really great.

@arnaudfeisthauer6638 2 дня назад

Wise choices presented here, great video. The first song I'd play on this controller would be Freed From Desire by Gala

@thecoastalelite2074 6 дней назад

Thanks, Jamie! Highly informative. I’ve been debating btwn the FLX-4 or 200 as a more portable option for my XZ, which is cumbersome for outdoor use. Anyways, first track: “Bobbie and Whitney” by Kraak n’ Smaak

@AnthoRock27 6 дней назад

Such an amazing controller! I would play "In My Arms" - Purple Disco Machine.

@mattmclean8768 5 дней назад

Great advice guide. My first track would be the recently released track: Delirious by Leftwing: Kody & Raphi. Its high energy, got a throw back stab thrown in and soulful lyrics. 👍

@UnsungHero47 6 дней назад

First track would be Camelphat & Elderbrook - Cola. I don't know, its dark melodic vibe gets me every time....

@stone01e 7 дней назад

I'd definitely play organize by Asake. Afrobeats/amapiano is such a vibe!!

@lmatthewsmusic 5 дней назад

Loved the video! I am using Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 200 for a few years now, and I've been learning more and more and now I feel limited by my gear. Sometimes at parties I find myself using my touchpad to help me do some transitions or using effects... I've been thinking to buy a new controller before going to the "Big Leagues" type of gear and I am currently undecised between Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500 (i'll probably buy this one) and DDJ FLX 4. That's someting that I need to consider. But I wouldn't mind receiving the DDJ-FLX4 from you :p so the song that I would play first would be "Shaboozey - A Bar Song (Tipsy) [Alesso Remix]" that has been on my mind the last couple of days! :D

@houseofshannon834 6 дней назад

"Nobody badder than weeeeeeeeeeee!" Thanks for the content Crossfader!!

@Aufdemholzweg756 6 дней назад

I play "Everbody get down" from jay Lumen, i love techno and this tune is a banger 🎉

@williamfunch-hansen6623 7 дней назад

I have a flx4 but im looking to upgrade it. i have been looking at the flx10 because it has the same layout as the flx4 just with alot more features and its a club style layout so i might be more comfortable in a club when have gigs. But i have been looking at the rane four aswell and i like it, but i dosnt have mechanical jogwheels, and the layout is a bit different. i have also looked at the new rane performer, but im not really a scratch dj, so i dont think i need the moving platters. what do you think? rane four or flx10? or something completly else.

@christiankirchhoff1564 6 дней назад

My first Song to be played on the controller would be Chris Kirk - Eternity. A Great Start for a fine Psytrance Set

@hikarata9809 5 дней назад

i will play million dollar bay on the DDJ FLX4 , that will be my 1st track, good jam!

@Ruby_Mullz 6 дней назад

The pioneer FLX 4, works with every mixing software, same as club layout and fairly cheap. If u can find used DDJ 400s get those if you’re really on a budget. Just use whatever speaker and headphones u have, on whatever laptop/phone/tablet. Just mix, learn the basics and if u like mixing and passionate about it as a hobby, then upgrade.

@viktorsarain8671 6 дней назад

First song, definitely Summertime Blues - Chris Lake

@jim_bocho 6 дней назад

First song at the moment would be „Vandalist“ by Noga Erez. Can’t go wrong with a nice Busta Rhymes sample.

@talen9672 6 дней назад

I think I would play “not so bad” because it’s the intro of my current set that I play when booked

@ShredBarbiee 4 дня назад

I would play "Different Side" by Michael Bibi. Winning this would be so epic! Such a great video! Thank you for the information. I just started learning to produce and mix music and I was currently looking at buying the DDJ-FLX6 or the DDJ-FLX4. Glad to hear the good feedback from you.

@jamisonfriauf 4 дня назад

Shake It by Wuki! What a banger. I would love that FLX-4

@martinfowler9240 6 дней назад

Cannot believe you didn't look at the Roland 202 absolute quality bit of kit looks like your marketing for Pioneer have had both the 202 wins hands down and has a Roland drum machine built in.

@mak3035 3 дня назад

Thanks for the great video! First track would have to be: Artificial Intelligence - Desperado XD

@almazovmaximizer2032 7 дней назад

Cool video, thanks 👍

@Crossfader 7 дней назад

Our Pleasure!

@pvdk 6 дней назад

I don't know really what song to play. I have a bunch of good records on disk ;-) Great video. I hope to get lucky LOL

@niallbailie1086 7 дней назад

I'd try emulating Joe Lobels, In Ha Mood to just wanna rock (bubbling remix) transition. Such a clean transition, and the fx panel on the flx4 would enable me to add that tittle bit of extra spice. Thanks guys :)

@flyrebeltv 6 дней назад

Which one is best for streaming online??

@LedManville 6 дней назад

My first song would be: Piston Damp - Something In Me (Technomancer Remix) :D Great video!!!

@pabloluna4409 День назад

The Weekend by Anti Up for sure!

@damianrichards78 6 дней назад

Can see myself playing Beachball, Nalin & Kane, Yeah, let's go to the beach!

@isakernir 6 дней назад

Love the honesty, always educational and helpful, my first track at the moment would be ELASTIC-Isabella Lovestory extended remix - ZDBT and then maybe some hard EDM/Techno

@johnsuggs7828 3 дня назад

I'd probably play Busta Rhymes Put ya hands where my eye can see" on the *FLX4* *Numark* *Party* *mix* doesn't have a shift button so the controls are limited to what you get. There's no secondary functions available. At least not from the controller. *Pioneer* *DDJ-200* doesn't have a dedicated effects section or a track browser The *Hercules* *Inpulse* *300* is what I would recommend for under 200.00 dollar USD *Reloop* *Buddy* - is a over *300* controller. Only 2 band EQ The *FLX4* is probably going to be the most wanted on this list. Works with Rekordbox and Serato and is basically a newer fresher faced version of the classic and super popular DDJ-400

@rileygale_ 7 дней назад

I'm new to DJ and J-POP nerd, but first song that fascinated to DJ world was Avicii-Waiting for love! So that might be my first song to play!

@Foas 5 дней назад

Hmm, first track huh, Better Off Alone probably, such a fun song

@h0ltib0y17 4 дня назад

The first song I would play would be Sientelo by Camo & Krooked. Absolutely insane 🔥

@jmberhold 3 дня назад

I like the video. I would play Hey Ya if I had the FLX4. I noticed you didn't touch the Roland DJ-202, which is in that pricerange. Is Roland not recommended?

@Crossfader 2 дня назад

we don't *not* recommend it, its just that none of us have enough experience with it to give it a fair go :)