Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 Review: Best DJ Controller Over $1000?

00:00 | Introduction
04:17 | Layout & Features
08:32 | FX Demo
10:50 | Ports & Connections
11:59 | Lighting Demo (DMX)
12:40 | Track Separation (Stems)
16:37 | Rekordbox vs. Serato & Virtual DJ
19:36 | Final Thoughts

It features new Track Separation technology which focuses on three track elements: vocals, drums, and other instruments. You might be used to hearing the word “Stems” for these separated track elements, but Pioneer refers to them as Parts. Since Serato has four stem elements, it will combine melody and bass into the “Instruments” Part when using this controller. For each Part, you can mute or adjust the volume, apply FX, or send to a new deck from exactly the same point.

The on-jog displays are improved over the DDJ-1000, with 4 new display modes showing different types of waveform information:

• Deck Info Mode: shows information about the deck and the overall waveform.
• Waveform Mode: shows zoomed waveforms for both decks, and will be in tri-band color when using rekordbox
• Artwork Display: shows track artwork for what’s playing
• DJ Logo Display: shows your own logo or image which can be uploaded to the device using the Image Transfer Tool.

The FLX10 introduces Mix Point Link, a feature which automatically plays the next track exactly when you specify. Pioneer says this enables you to create slick musical progression in your sets by linking mix points in tracks so the next song kicks in at the perfect moment. You might set the next track to start from the beginning of its melody when the vocal of the current song ends, ensuring a seamless transition without a sound clash.

The onboard DMX output lets you directly control lighting equipment without a separate interface or software. Just connect DMX-compatible lighting equipment to the controller and use rekordbox to create custom lighting effects, or set the software to automatically adapt the color and movement of the lights to progress with the music.

The Magvel Fader has been upgraded for improved precision. It's been moved to a 4-sensor system, which allows you to make the tiniest volume adjustments, no matter how small the crossfader movement.

It also features multi-colored jog rings, which indicate which Parts are playing on that deck.

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[PassionateDJ]

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[BassRebels]

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[dppopov]

By far - the best review of the controller that I found on YT!

[diskjokk]

This is one of the better reviews I've seen on the FLX10. Really nicely done. I'm one of those guys who sold my DDJ 1000 to help offset the cost to upgrade to the FLX10 and am just loving the new kit! Great review! Thank you!

[househeadspeakz]

I do agree as far as the track separation feature, Rekordbox is behind but not for long. I feel with a few adjustments will be as good as the other software that has the feature if not better. The one thing Rekordbox did is allow the track separation to be available for their other controllers. I have it for my DDJ 800. I do hope that Pioneer comes out with a 2 channel version of the FLX10. That will be cool.

[LuismedinaDJ]

I love what you did with the DMX lighting, well done!

[Josh-pnqb]

Great review thanks! Bought this today at the dj hookup!

[DJHEV]

Very detailed & informative.
I appreciate the time effort & energy you’ve placed in this video.

I’m in the market to upgrade my DDJ400.

[DjCamme]

I'm a Wedding Dj, im actually thinking about take this flx10 or the rane four. About 5 years I'm a rekordbox player because my ddj rx support only rekordbox but I'm on valuation to change on serato, I'd appreciate it in the past. I don't know what's the best choice for me, i use a lot stems and loops basically

[djmistatsoez]

Since the merge with serato & pioneer changed my mind about getting the ddjflx10. I will get one now i use to have the ddj1000. I know both serato and rekordbox.

[jasonmarkbaxter]

awesome review, I ordered the unit couple of weeks back and are really looking forward to start working with it. I mainly have DJ'ed on 1210's and dipped my toes with Pioneer DDJ400 / Rekordbox and was looking to upgrade tot he DDJ1000 and then the FLX10 dropped , win win in my view. I am sure STEMS will get better in RB and the DMX is a cool feature

[djAXCESSmusic]

FLX10 is so dope. It’s my goto controller now for events.

[soundsbykar]

i'm pretty happy with the 1000, having mapped stem toggles on it, but i'll have to admit the FX section on the FLX10 is enticing. won't be buying it now, but i will upgrade in the farther future. might try Part ISO a little more with the 1000, i think it is underrated but a little trickier to get clean transitions without the EQ's. planning to use the filters to help clean it up

[seanscam]

Thanks for the great review. Do you think the jog wheels feel more like a CDJ2000nxs2 or a CDJ 3000?

[MadelnMachines]

Is the layout intuitive for virtual dj? I’d like to see a small review of it with VDJ as there isn’t one yet. Do the screens work the same? Is serato very intuitive apart from mislabelling pads? I really want to get familiar with pioneer gear for obvious reasons but their stems are unusable at the moment and their beatgridding is poor.

[sinansalman]

What you recommend with regards to the Flx 10 vs a denon 4 prime plus for a dj who is upgrading from a beginner 2 channel controller. Gread videos by the way !!!

[djdrewthomas]

After 1200's, I went to the SX, then the SX2, and now the FLX10. Having no experience with CDJ+DJM style rigs, it's been a bit of a learning curve. Overall, I like it.

I have a license to VDJ Pro, but only use Serato for several years now. Debated on FLX10 vs Rane, but decided to stay with Pioneer.

Good review of the controller. I just subscribed to your channel. 🙂

[multikultihochzeitsmusik]

Better to use Serato or Rekordbox with the flx 10 ?

[WazzyTV]

whats the platters compared to the ddj 1000

[snypherable]

Hi, can FLX 10 (or DJ controllers in general) be tilted and used? Will to jogwheels go out of balance? If they can be used tilted, what's the tilt limit? Tilting could save some space on my desk.