DDJ-FLX4 vs. The Best Beginner DJ Gear

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Hook - 00:00
Intro - 00:15
Long Term Review - 01:10
Strengths and Weaknesses - 09:10
Conclusion - 12:50
FLX4 vs REV1, 400, Inpulse 500, Platinum FX - 13:19
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[djcarlo]

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[funxiobolic]

I used to have the DDJ-200, which was a fun way to start DJ'ing, but it really lacked a lot of features, and required me to use keyboard + mouse a lot to control Rekordbox. I recently got the FLX4 and it's so awesome! I feel that it has all the features I need as a hobbyist DJ, and it'll probably take years before I'll upgrade.

[waynetrinklein]

As a beginner dj, I found that the FLX4 was perfect for getting off the ground and getting comfortable with learning to dj and scratch. I know most people think of the smart crossfader as a gimmick, but I found it can come in very handy for learning how a perfectly mixed track sounds like. I don't use it all the time as it feels more rewarding to mix more hands on, but for difficult transitions, I'll use it to help give me a guideline on how to mix more smoothly, and that's been very helpful. Great video review :)

[Olppa]

After using the smart fader for the first time it feels like cheating. It works though and the crowd won't think you're a worse dj for using it.

[daza]

I’m loving my Flx4, had it for a month now and it’s perfect for a level entry controller. Will probably upgrade in a year or so. I did experience the shutting down issue in the first week, but it’s been ok since then. I did experience the issue you mentioned with Searto and not all features working, so I stuck with rekordbox, which is fine. Keep you the good work and videos 👍🏻

[krispoe]

I have it for a month now and I absolutely love it. The only "problem" I can relate to is that finish on the jog wheels (and i don't even scratch). It is a bit weird. But overall very pleasant product, def an improvement compared to the DDJ-400. My favorite thing about it are the volume faders. Those just feel premium quality. EQ knobs are also decent... Even with eyes closed you could feel it's a pioneer product.

[prodefebeats]

I’m a resident dj and I’m loving my flx4. I dj for 5-6 hrs on a day and the smart fader is just saving me from memorising each transition for 250 songs.

[godnattpunpun]

Will be getting this for my birthday next week :) Long-time raver here but absolutely new to dj´ing and im so stoked to learn!

[karelpraetkp]

Thank you for being so honest when it comes to reviewing products.

[djgiorgosn]

I feel like that every time pioneer releases something, it's always a step before perfection

[toxicwaste]

I just have to say Carlo thank you. Your videos have helped me grow as a DJ and because thx to your videos I landed a gig in Austria

[djsike_music]

Hey Carlo! You might not remember me but i have been sticking around your chnnel since 2019! I am so happy to say that I am playing my first show very soon, I just wanted to thank you for letting me learn how to DJ. First I was a DJ and then I was a music producer, you started all of this, and I really appriciate that. My best regards, DJ SIKe.

[mikeywisniewski]

Good point about the USB-C cable . I'll probably glue a cable grip/clip onto the FLX4 to keep the cable secure.

[sagelyden]

I have this controller… bought it like three weeks ago and it’s my first time ever djing after getting into techno a bit over a year ago. It’s been amazing for me… lots of things on it i don’t know how to use yet and with the bare minimum it’s been treating me really well. Also the usbc is really convenient! I considered getting a ddj400 at first but went for this one. I’ve been really enjoying myself. Watching this video gave me anxiety that I made the wrong choice but at the end i know that it’s phenomenal for beginner djs. Your videos are great! My best advise to people getting started is to try to contact experienced djs and ask them for advise, show them a recorded mix and they’ll give you some good pointers. Also tell them some of the things you’re doing if they can’t actually watch you play. I was making a lot of tiny mistakes that when someone pointed them out to me it really helped me improve. I always really try to study what djs are doing because the small things that experienced players do really make a big difference and usually aren’t super hard to incorporate into your habits. Cheers

[ChristianFusillero]

Different DJs have different opinions in reviewing products, and the way you review the DDJ-FLX4 was so detailed, although there are more negative feedbacks than positive feedbacks. Keep up the good work!! Might get the FLX4 someday

[Gontie]

Two comments on the Inpulse 500, Effects section can be remapped with using the mic high/low buttons and using the manual loop-in-out to setup the right beat effect section.

I've had one mapping for using the Mix high/low buttons and one mapping using the Aux and Aux filter depending on the needs, so the effect section can be "fixed".

But important thing to say to the very great Inpulse 500, output is very low, so usually a Audio mixer will be required ;)

[gtvwill]

Got a hercules 500 in white with a omni turntable on deck 3. Fun times :) Build quality of the hercules rocks.

[carlosdanli]

I just got mine last week. I love it!!

I'm more of a beginner bedroom DJist, a hobbyist that wants to learn the craft. I've always wanted learn it, not as a profession but for my love for EDM and song mixing since I was 20.

Now at over 40 yrs old, I'm finally trying to learn it. I had bought the DDJ 200, but my Samsung updated and so I could no longer use WeDJ. Though, I started using DJay for Android afterwards and the 200, I felt I needed am upgrade since I couldn't use the pads for FX; which kinda defeats the whole purpose of having a controller.

So I gave the 200 to my nephew (he has an older Android that I knew was not going to have the updates like mine), and I bought the Flx4.

As a beginner DJ, I'm loving it even more than the 200, which I loved, up until the time WeDJ no longer worked with it.

The smart fader is a nice feature. Fundamentals still apply (timing, eq-ing, and whether or not to use it, or to just echo out).

I can't wait for Rekordbox to be fully functional with Android OS. I love being a minimalist, and I use my phone for nearly anything. Suits me just fine for what I want to get out of it for now.

[househeadspeakz]

I'm glad I was able to upgrade to the DDJ 800 some time ago. I was going to get the FLX4 as a backup controller but I have changed my mind since. Don't get me wrong. I like what Pioneer did with the FLX4 and even with the little bumps you pointed out I say feel it's the entry-level controller DJs will love to own to start their journey. Great video. I enjoyed your insight.

[campfred]

About the USB-C cable issue!
I noticed myself that cable quality varies ALOT. Both in specifications (power, data transfer, features...) and also physical connector quality.
I had a USB-C cable for example that came with a display monitor that would not have a strong retention once connected to my laptop and could be knocked off by moving the laptop a bit while the thunderbolt cable I got that's made by Apple can drag the monitor around on my desk. (I don't specifically endorse Apple's cables, it just happened to be what was given to me at work.)
Note that it can also be controller's port too! I remember Pixel phones (don't remember the generation) had that issue too either on Day 1 or over time with use.
So...yeah, I share your opinion on that even though it can be much better without ditching the USB-C connection at all just because of that varying quality in manufacturing at the moment.