00:32 - Introduction to Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV1 02:12 - The supplied Serato DJ Lite software 02:56 - The decks 04:33 - The mixer 05:15 - The effects 06:25 - The performance pads 09:49 - Serato DJ Lite vs Serato DJ Pro 10:55 - The metering 11:24 - Drawbacks? 12:05 - Why this is a step forward 13:24 - Further resources
I'm just starting down this rabbit hole and this has been the controller I've been learning on. While it's "meant for" scratch and battle style DJs, it feels super versatile for learning the basics and mixing any style. The Serato Pro upgrade is definitely a need if you feel you're going to keep at it, but it's been worth every cent so far. The build quality is top notch, it feels very solid. I've not had any trouble with the workflow in Serato at all. It's pretty easy to just start playing right away with a single click, which makes it easy for me to focus on practicing the art and getting better. It's definitely worth looking into as a starter controller to get in to DJing and mixing!
do you usually use it bro . do it last until now ?? , do you have any issue with it , i found online that there are people met alot of issue with this one make me so confuse
I started on Technics SL1200 MK5's and I love this Rev-1 controller so far. Awesome and the portability is a relief from carrying heavy turntables!!!!!
I just got me one of these! I got it for a steal of a deal! $140! I'm literally brand new to DJing and so far I don't know a damn thing that I'm doing! haha. But thanks for the layout discussion. Very helpful. I've been producing music for a couple of years now and thought it might be a good idea to start learning how to DJ as well!
one thing I have spotted is that on the SB3, you had a vinyl button which it's secondary function was to enable slip mode if you had Serato pro. This is missing on the rev1. Also the FX fade has been replaced by the Auto loop also titled the same as the autoloop button, which just fires up preselected loops. of course Pad Scratch is now tracking. Also the 'slicer' function is missing as well as it now triggers the scratch bank. - perhaps thats my only gripe but then you can do it all manually
Love this new controller, although not really for my EDM skillset, but still love the features and drive for availability for scratch DJs that the industry is leaning towards too now! Also can just see Twitter exploding about that Tracking mode. Really cool piece of tech for me, but some are going to HATE that lol!
i got one of these to replace my sb3.... i was not really impressed by it at all i thought it was kind of dull and boring, but have to say after using it for a year, its a real nice controller to mix on , the jog wheels are excellent, and the layout is very spacious, not crammed.
Awesome review thank you for posting! I am waiting for some thing in this price range that has motorized wheels. I can dream LOL, or at least lights that look like they're spinning. Pioneer should've had some spinning lights on the wheels to mimic a real turntable
Great review as always. I've been djing for a long time and i'm old school, more blending than scratching. Started using controller and serato about six months ago with the Numark MIXTRACK Platinum FX but since this Pioneer dropped, i've been eying it cause of the clean layout. Though i'm not much into scratching, will this controller be about the same as the Numark MIXTRACK Platinum FX or a step above other than the layout?
Thanks a lot for this review! Just stumbled upon it 😁! Coming from vinyl and an analog mixer, currently looking for nice little entry DJ controller capable to do scratches (before going big with the Rane One 😉). So my question is, can you adjust the Crossfader curve, i.e. does it open quick enough (what is essential for scratching)? Cheers Marcel
I have the Pioneer Rev1 with Serato Pro on a MSI gaming laptop When using stems i realize after a while the software freezes. Does anyone else experience this? What can be done to avoid this? I often closed unused programs with task manager
Hello Phil, Thank u very much for your video, really usefull. It's been quite a few years since i was dj-ing and lokking to start again, but it looks like things have changed (feeling old now 😅). I was just wondering how and if i can use headphones to listen to one deck as the other one is playing on the speakers. I have a laptop with Windows 10 to use with the Pioneer DDJ-Rev1. Kind regards, Kris.
I’ve had quite a lot of controllers and equipment in my time yet the trim just doesn’t feel right on this one like it’s very off . Having to set it around 10 or channels redline and, noticed the jazzy Jeff demo it was redlining too with his serato trims around 10 ish , it just doesn’t feel right
@@digitaldjtips thanks for the response , that’s good to know , might have a go at scratching, something I’ve always wanted to do . Had to sell my sc live 4 as needed to move home and was gutted so picking one of these up cheap , doesn’t compare but it’ll do for now
@@justino9042 The ddj-rev7 costs $2000 and has much more functions as the rev1. In comparison to the $250 for the ddj-rev1 the current price for the numark mixtrack pro fx is $230.
@@justino9042 you misunderstood on something for sure. There were 2 different controllers from pioneer, one expensive another cheaper entry level. This one is cheaper one.
If they have updated the SB range wondering if they will update the SR range them because if they have made a budget RV1 price of £250 the RV7 is very expensive in middle one would be good
Software aside, which would you say is better to learn on this or the ddj 400? Thanks in advance . And my dream controller right now is the rane one, its just so beautiful to me lol. But taking software out just actual hardware which in your opinion is easier to learn the basics on.?
@@digitaldjtips thanks so much for the reply. Means alot. Guess I'm not sure what direction. I figured I learn the basics first and from there it will be easier to grasp other layouts. Thanks a million
Most entry level controllers are pretty similar, if you're happy with the REV1, go for it. Bear in mind that it is Serato though, not Rekordbox, which is more the club standard system.
the controller is hardware locked unless you subscribe to monthly plan of rekordbox or serrate pro, waste of money unless you willing to use it only with serato lite or virtual dj. It funny how all reviews & guides fail to mention that. Save your money unless for xdj series that will include full version of rekordbox instead of waisting on subscription for a controller you purchased.
To clarify: 1. This is not a Rekordbox controller, if you want Rekordbox, buying a Rekordbox controller will give you a good version of the software without a subscription. Do not buy this controller for Rekordbox 2. You do not need to subscribe to Serato, they have a "buy outright" option too, just like Virtual DJ (same price, $299). 3.Yes, we do mention that this only comes with the lite software, we are well aware of that. Why would we hide that fact? Indeed we recently did an investigation on the price of DJ software: www.digitaldjtips.com/2022/05/is-dj-software-becoming-too-expensive/
Hate that layout.. Clumsy.. So much more risk of brushing the jog when pressing buttons.. Absolutely hate it. Also 4 decks are on the sb3... Some slight better things than sb3 but not a real upgrade for me. Those pads are awful... They should have thrown serato pro.. That would be a huge pull and proper value rather than pioneer just going sideways.
The layout on this is a bloody nightmare. Button placement it terrible. Pads are clicky and horrible, the transform paddles are too sticky to be used seriously. It's a bit of a disaster.
@@digitaldjtips True, but the main reason they arranged their tables like that is to avoid bumping the tonearm. If there is no tonearm why put the pitch on top?
@@mbolez people are just used to adjusting it there. this is to help you prepare so if you enter the area deciding to do a red bull battle comp then thats how it would be laid out.
