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Pioneer DJ DDJ-400
DJ Controller with FULL Rekordbox Software
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Product Description
Pioneer DDJ-400 DJ Controller with FULL Rekordbox Software
Learning to DJ has never been easier than with the DDJ-400 2-channel DJ controller for rekordbox. Packed with features to help you comfortably develop your skills, this controller’s layout mirrors that of our flagship NXS2 set-up, with shared elements like dedicated cue buttons, Beat FX, CDJ-style looping controls and more. As a result, our advanced DJ gear will feel natural to use when you’re ready to progress.
Bundled with our professional performance software, rekordbox, its compatible Tutorial feature will help you master this controller's creative capabilities. Lightweight and portable, take the DDJ-400 with you to practice sessions or parties. You’ll soon feel at home while performing.
Tutorials
You'll have access to rekordbox's Tutorial feature. Follow along via your computer screen to learn how to use the gear and master DJ techniques.
Club-style layout
The DDJ-400's buttons and knobs are arranged in the same way as those on our professional NXS2 set-up. Develop your skills using an interface similar to that of our club-standard player, and enhance your mixes with Sound Color FX and Beat FX featuring curves taken from our DJM-900NXS2 mixer. You'll soon feel comfortable performing in DJ booths.
Beat FX
Apply professional FX that match the tempo of the track that’s currently playing by using the Beat FX feature. This will help you craft unique sets even if you’re just starting out.
djay Compatible
Compatible with djay for iOS and djay Pro for PC/Mac. You can mix stream songs from TIDAL, Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK, and SoundCloud Go+.
PC Master Out
For flexibility you can choose to hear your mix through your computer’s internal speakers or connected desktop speakers. At the same time, you can use your headphones to cue independently of the master out.
Performance features
Unlock rekordbox performance features by simply connecting the unit to your PC/Mac. And, if you subscribe to the Creative plan, use Cloud Library Sync for seamless library management across multiple devices, and easily make custom versions of tracks in Edit mode.
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Technical Specs
KEY FEATURES OF THE DDJ-400
Club-style layout
The buttons and knobs on the DDJ-400 are arranged in the same way as those on our club-standard CDJ-2000NXS2 and DJM-900NXS2 set-up.
Player sections
Get familiar with jog wheels, play/pause and cue buttons, tempo sliders, a loop section and cue/loop call buttons just like the ones on the CDJ-2000NXS2.
Mixer section
Use the trim and EQ knobs, and the headphone cue buttons, in exactly the same way as those on the DJM-900NXS2.
2. Other features
Built-in sound card (audio interface) – plug and play by simply connecting the controller to your PC/Mac using a single USB cable.
Mic input circuit – clear audio without distortion, even with high input level.
USB bus powered – no need to plug into the mains.
Grab handles on both sides – easy to carry.
Class compliant – no need to install a driver.
KEY FEATURES OF REKORDBOX VER 5.3
Tutorial feature – learn how to DJ
Follow the instructions of the Tutorial on your PC/Mac’s screen. Even if you’re a complete beginner, you can learn how to DJ. The Tutorial feature is also compatible with the DDJ-RB as of 26th June 2018.
Track Suggestion – displays tracks that match well with the one currently playing1
This feature ranks every track in your rekordbox library according to how well it matches with the one you’re currently playing, helping you choose tracks that will fit well in your set. The track displayed at the top of the track list is the most relevant one to play next. Quickly scroll through your music, making maximum use of your collection.
There are three sorting modes:
Era: tracks with a close year of release.
Mood: tracks with a similar mood.
Association: tracks sharing traits such as artist, label, etc.
1 To use this feature effectively, build up track information in your rekordbox library.
Easy sharing of mixes to social media with track titles and time stamps
Use rekordbox to record your sets and share them with the world via social media channels such as Mixcloud, YouTube and KUVO. When you upload your mix, all track titles and time stamps are automatically added by rekordbox, so listeners can check each track title while enjoying your set.
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rekordbox dj |
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Frequency Response |
20 Hz to 20 kHz |
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S/N Ratio |
103 dB (USB) |
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Total Harmonic Distortion |
0.005% |
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Input/Output Terminals |
Inputs |
MIC x 1 (1/4-inch TS jack) |
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Outputs |
MASTER x 1 (RCA x 1) PHONES x 1 (3.5-mm stereo mini jack x 1) |
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USB |
USB (Type B) x 1 |
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Maximum Dimensions (W?D?H) |
482.0 x 272.4 x 58.5 mm |
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Weight |
2.1 kg |
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Accessories |
USB cable Quick Start Guide rekordbox dj licence key card |
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Compatible OS |
Mac |
macOS High Sierra 10.13 (updated to the latest version) macOS Sierra 10.12 (updated to the latest version) OS X 10.11 (updated to the latest version) |
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Windows |
Windows 10, 8.1, 7 (the latest service pack) |
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CPU |
Intel processor CoreTM i7, i5, i3 |
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Memory |
4GB or more of RAM |
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Darren
17 December, 2019
Quality
Recently won the DDJ 400 from djkit.com. Great product & service.
Christopher
23 January, 2021
Keith
6 January, 2021
Lauren
22 July, 2020
Excellent
I bought this as a gift for my other half and he is very happy with it, arrived a lot quicker than expected too. Well worth the wait.
Russ
16 July, 2020
Amazing
Wow. What can I say about this. Have DJ'd for yrs and used CDJs and vinyl. Have been so impressed with this. The quality of pioneer. At a fantastic price.
This is ideal for anyone wanting to start DJing. Tilt just having a bit of fun.
SoulMatrix
9 May, 2023
Excellent
I purchased the DDj-400 as it was light and easy to transport when playing small dj gigs. the jog wheel is a bit stiffer than normal CDJ's but does the tick
Leighton
2 April, 2023
Kevin
30 March, 2023
Robert
11 March, 2023
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2 March, 2023
Jess
28 February, 2023
great beginner piece of kit - got me into doing live sets and a great starting point, makes it easy to upgrade.
Samuel
27 February, 2023
Great product
Does exactly what you want need for a starter deck.
Emily
31 December, 2022
Very good beginners
I'd recommend to anyone this set up for beginners
Simon
28 December, 2022
Ray
15 December, 2022
Matthew
23 July, 2022
Pioneer ddj400
Brilliant little controller takes a good thrashing used it for 3 years still works. Just upgraded to a 4 channel will definitely keep my ddj400 as a spare
Adam
6 July, 2022
Fantastic beginner controller
Started out with a DDJ-200, then got the bug and had to upgrade. This is a great bit of kit, really good fun to use and to learn with. Exceptional service from djkit.com, would highly recommend them!
Karl
23 June, 2022
DDJ400
Got these as a replacement for my old Numark controller. Absolutely monster bit of kit. Does far more than what I need it for and at a very good price. Excellent.
Ronny
16 June, 2022
Amazing
I'm a new bedroom DJ and I am beyond pleased with this purchase. I have friends who are professional DJs with much better controllers and when they've played around with the DDJ 400, they were super surprised at how many features it packed. With so many tutorials available on YouTube and online DJ courses available, I've been able to make my first few EDM sets and random people asking who the DJ was because they were so good. As a brand new beginner I have to give the credit to the ease of use. Effects, samples, almost everything I see festival DJs do and teach on their tutorials, can be replicated on the DDJ 400. So happy with it.
Harrison
25 May, 2022
Anthony
12 May, 2022
Brings back memories of the 70's & 80's
Let's get back to old days, technology has evolved with such a charge since my day.
What a fabulous piece of equipment carn't wait to get back into it.
With a reasonable price, and back up service you can not go wrong.
Chrissy
13 April, 2022
Good controller, would recommend
I bought this as my previous Denon MC3000 was getting on a bit. This controller powers off your laptop so no need for additional plugs, works great off VDJ and when bought, all the drivers are ready installed for this controller. Simple to use and good for both function and club work.
My only criticism is the mic volume function. It is at the back of the controller near the audio inputs. I think this should be moved on the next design to avoid you fiddling near your audio inputs. Other than that, great buy ant good value. 9/10
Craig
24 March, 2022
Good piece of kit 👍🏻
Starting out. Got a taste for it via an ex realised how much I missed playing on the decks 😂 so got myself this. Hooked it all turn it on works perfect. Links to everything perfect. Loads of the fun. The headphones are lush too. 👍🏻🤍👌🏻😎😶‍🌫️🤟🏻
Amar
18 February, 2022
Christopher
15 February, 2022
Fantastic
Does just the job, brilliant for mixing the odd ditty. Highly recommend for anyone starting out.
Antonn
4 February, 2022
Great
I honestly enjoy this product!!
Only thing is that my child turned up thr knob high on the headphone port anf then the headphones started whistling soo loudly.. Sorted out problem now but great unit for a compact mixing and great range
Louis
25 January, 2022
Pioneer DDJ 400
Good little controller I ve bought for a backup but plenty of clever tech in there, wish it had a booth out though.
Undisclosed Reviewer
24 January, 2022
Steven
16 January, 2022
Ross
14 January, 2022
Bargain
Great little backup controller for when my xz is not as portbale, highly recommended to djs of all levels
Lee
12 January, 2022
Oladapo
6 January, 2022
Great Service !!
You guys were awesome. Thank you. Spoke to a really cool guy on the phone also. Solid chap
Daniel
31 December, 2021
Matt
29 December, 2021
Excellent bit of kit
So far so excellent. DDJ400 + Rekordbox is magic. Highly recommended. There are so many people using these, so many tutorials on youtube etc, this all really helps especially when new to DJing.
Silvio
25 October, 2021
Chris
11 October, 2021
Great
Brilliant bit of kit, had vinyl decks in the past until around 5 years ago and thought I'd have a try with a controller, easy to use and plenty of tutorials to get me going with it. Really quick delivery and took advantage of the 0% offer on finance. Thanks djkit.com
Ryan
15 September, 2021
Fantastic product and best value around
Fantastic product and super speedy delivery. Definitely recommend
Neil
14 September, 2021
Decks
Great bit of kit with everything you need in terms of functionality with great sizing and price
Terry
18 August, 2021
Best for beginners
Real value for money good all rounder and very easy for beginners. Would highly recommend
Karen
26 July, 2021
Excellent product
My son absolutely loves it...Best buy
Would definitely recommend and super fast delivery 👍🏻
Michael
11 June, 2021
Daren
1 June, 2021
excellent
excellent service, arrived on time and very pleased with the product
Chris
28 May, 2021
Love it
Quality bit of kit. Loving getting to know all the functions. Perfect for a starter or someone getting back into djing after a time away
Paul
22 May, 2021
Bit dissapointing
Not really impressed with the design layout or Rekordbox has a whole to be honest. I might be a bit more complacent because I am used to the DDJ-SB2 which is what this deck was supposed to replace but I think after trying it out, I will just use the DDJ-400 as my back up for when my SB2's eventually give out.
Emma
14 May, 2021
John
26 April, 2021
Excellent starter package
Absolutely love the DDJ400. I am old school had technics for 15 years and CDJs when they started out etc and these are amazing to mix and record mixes on. So surprised with the quality of these highly recommended.
William
22 April, 2021
Pioneer DDJ-400
Absolutely love it and will definitely use djkit.com again. Great service from start to finish.
Saheed
21 April, 2021
Nik
18 April, 2021
Great product, great price, great service!
This DDJ is worth every single penny... the build quality is oustanding! For an entry level controller the DDJ-400 is amazing value for money and the features make it by far one of the best entry level controllers you can buy. Rekordbox is also packed with features making it a perfect package. Perfect for beginners and pro's! Rapid delivery from djkit.com.com!
Charlie
1 April, 2021
Perfect Beginner Controller
Very powerful for the price, and super easy to learn with! These got me from never mixing before to playing a club on CDJs in about 4 months - and because of the layout of this controller it was very easy to adapt to the club setup. Only ever recommend these to new or starting DJs as they're the best for it.
Matthew
31 March, 2021
Great equipment, great company.
Wanted to learn how to pick up DJing, definitely picked the perfect piece of equipment.
djkit.coms delivery process was thorough and informative. Glad I bought it through djkit.com.
Very impressed customer.
Laura
31 March, 2021
D
29 March, 2021
Amazing
Amazing controller, taken it to many sets and still brilliant.
Oliver
25 March, 2021
Excellent bit of kit
Really good and easy to set up.
Delivery was super quick, many thanks!
Jai
25 March, 2021
Perfect decks for beginners
These decks are amazing for beginners as I�ve never had a problem with the decks them self, recently upgraded to prime 4s and I still miss my DJ 400s
Patrick
5 March, 2021
Great bit of kit for the short time i had it
Well bought this not long ago got to use it about 3 time great fun and brilliant bit of kit but unfortunately i was robbed after a week of having it
Liam
5 March, 2021
Brilliant starter controller
I purchased this as my first DJ Controller and it is brilliant, great price for a very good starter controller
Kyle
3 March, 2021
Great entry level decks
These are great entry level decks, has basically every feature you need and are club like, get used to these and you�ll transition to more difficult gear so much easier.
Daniel
27 February, 2021
Very,very nice!!
Excellent controller well made as you would expect from pioneer,does everything I need and more! Would highly recommend.
Martin
26 February, 2021
Excellent entry level kit
A great piece of kit to get started on has loads of features that you will find on higher spec equipment
Undisclosed Reviewer
20 February, 2021
Chris
15 February, 2021
DJ 400 good
Was happy with this product. Does what it says on the tin.
Quite please with the features. Ya get a decent bang for your buck here.
Giuseppe
13 February, 2021
Craig
8 February, 2021
Great bit of kit
Just what I need as a hobby during lockdown
Erika
5 February, 2021
Great product for the right price
Excellent customer service, quick delivery, fantastic product. Full 5 stars!
Patrick
1 February, 2021
Top Notch gear
Highly recommend the 400 before you jump up to something bigger it really helps you build up your muscle memory for the bigger controller
keith
29 January, 2021
Reliving my youth on the controller
Absolutely love it , reliving my youth mixing the tunes up, 47 years old and feel 18 again. Will be ordering some new speakers amd a cover for it in a few weeks time
Matthew
26 January, 2021
Undisclosed Reviewer
26 January, 2021
Great to get started
Quick delivery, good product to start to learn how to DJ (which is what I'm doing). Great fun and a great price!
Fin
19 January, 2021
Jody
7 January, 2021
Ian
6 January, 2021
Awesome kit
Great controller once got to grips with rekordbox instead of serato. Great features and ideal for beginners. My 12 year old picking it up very quickly.
Samantha
4 January, 2021
Great product, speedy delivery and great communication.
Great product, speedy delivery and great communication.
STEPHANE
2 January, 2021
Pioneer DDJ-400
Very complete product for new Dj beginner. Loads of videos
Henry
2 January, 2021
Oakley
28 December, 2020
Brilliant piece of kit. Recently upgraded from ddj200 and hell yeeeee I love the ddj400
Paul
26 December, 2020
Great service
Great service, immediate despatch and couldn't fault it.
Archie
23 December, 2020
Pioneer DDJ-400
Great piece of beginner djkit.com. Arrived quickly and safely. Great service!
Jason
21 December, 2020
John
14 December, 2020
Pioneer mixer
Very quick delivery and good price I am going to have one happy son on Christmas Day.
Thank you all at djkit.com
Ashley
13 December, 2020
Great bit of kit to learn the basics
The ddj-400 has served me well for the first year and a half of my DJ journey. Brilliant for the price considering it comes with Rekordbox. Only downside is the headphone port has come loose and the faders feel a little wobbly, but after many many hours of use! About to upgrade to the 1000 :)
Simon
13 December, 2020
Perfect place to start as a Bedroom DJ
Really good quality product for the price point. Easy to set up and plenty of tutorials either through the official site or from other users on YouTube. Would recommend to anyone starting out.
Venay
12 December, 2020
Perfection
Great for beginners, performing first set today in front of mates!
Stephen
1 December, 2020
Perfect introduction to DJing
First of all I think all of these controllers are overpriced for what they are, but saying that you have to compare this to everything else that's out there. This paired with Rekordbox is all you need to start DJing. The layout of the controls is logical and matches up well with proper CDJs and the Rekordbox software is very good.
I think if you want to get into DJing this is the best thing you could possibly buy in terms of value for money - all other options are either not as good or even more overpriced!
Maajid
27 November, 2020
Great controller for the price!
Bought the ddj 400 and no regrets, I found it really hard to choose a controller as I looked at the Numark mixtrack platinum fx as well as the Hercules inpulse 500, but as I have learned on pioneer equipment and find rekordbox intuitive im glad I chose it.
The buttons and knobs are quality and well built, the tempo fader is decent and not too small. All in all this is perfect value for money considering you get a full rekordbox licence bundled in, you can use both rekordbox 5 or 6 which ever suits your preference, (I use 6) The laptop that I use the ddj 400 on has an AMD A8 7410 quad core cpu, 8gb ram and 1tb hard drive, works perfectly.
Geo
25 November, 2020
Great starter controller!
I got this controller as part of a package with speakers and headphones. They're super easy to use and Rekordbox comes with tutorials to help. I did a lot of research before purchasing and compared to friends who have the 200's, I personally prefer these.
Jelena
24 November, 2020
Great controller
I am really enjoying it. The setup of this controller is very similar to the club standard, which makes it very helpful to build up the right body memory. Recordbox licence is included, which is also very helpful. I find it the best programme to dj and you can use the same playlists at home and in club without using multiply programs. Definitely it worth the money.
Richard
21 November, 2020
First time user
A brilliant piece of kit. My first time using this equipment, I was pleased at how easy it is to get a basic understanding of the mixer. There is more to learn in how to use all the application but still a beautiful bit of kit
Undisclosed Reviewer
19 November, 2020
Jason
17 November, 2020
Brilliant, speedy delivery and setup is very straight forward, will be online buying more gear soon - thanks djkit.com
Hugh
16 November, 2020
Great service and Great Controller
Great beginner controller for a good price, would recommend
Sarah
16 November, 2020
Step into the future.
After Djing for 21 years and leaving the hobby for a number of years, I have been intimidated by Digital Controllers for some time with using turntables for many years.
This DDJ-400 is fantastic as an introduction to digital controllers, although the platters are small they are smooth and well built, the Rekordbox software is great and all the effects, sampler and loop functions are easily used with DDJ-400. The effects section of the mixer feels familiar as the layout is similar to Pioneer DJM mixers.
Highly recommended for beginners but can also see my using this controller for a long time to come.
Undisclosed Reviewer
6 November, 2020
Great product
Got everything and more for entry level and from seeing friends mixing on cdjs, the layout is easily transferable
Charley
3 November, 2020
Undisclosed Reviewer
27 October, 2020
Katherine
23 October, 2020
Awesome!!
I bought this recently as a present for my sons birthday I wasn't even sure if it would arrive on time. From the moment i called the guys i felt at ease the team were knowledgeable about the product and were truthful as regards to delivery times.
It was delivered the next day! i couldn't believe it! It is exactly what my son wanted the sound is amazing cheers guys :)
Beimnet
8 October, 2020
andrew
7 October, 2020
Mark
6 October, 2020
DDJ 400
Love it perfect starter kits. Guys were great too.
Got great deal being interest free finance
Undisclosed Reviewer
6 October, 2020
Ddj 400
Great product. Extremely happy with it. djkit.com did a great job on service. Took a while to dispatch due to a backlog, but was warned well in advance. Would recommend!
Lauren
6 October, 2020
Love it - great to help me get started!
I bought this to fulfil a dream I'd had for a while, and while I am a complete novice, this is a great way to get started with DJing. It has everything you would need to get started and I found the Rekordbox software really helpful. The item took a while to be delivered, but this was indicated before I purchased (so I knew there were a few delays with manufacturing due to the pandemic), but when I got in contact with staff they were quick to respond and had great customer service. I even got some masks included in my order which have been great. Thanks for the great products and service - I will be back to purchase more add-ons soon :)
John
29 September, 2020
Great mixer and good value
Had to wait a while for a new shipment but was then delivered on time as scheduled
Daniel
29 September, 2020
David
26 September, 2020
Great Little mixer
This Mixer is a great little mixer and great for home and DJ's out and about
Andrew
25 September, 2020
Oscar
24 September, 2020
Matthew
24 September, 2020
Love it - eventually
Perfect for anyone starting out I love it, ordered mid August and arrived mid September but I know it wasn't all djkit.com's fault due to shortages everywhere!
Nathan
14 September, 2020
Quality product from a quality supplier.
First time ordering from djkit.com but they were quick to respond and keep me informed of the expected dispatch time and it's been a simple and easy experience. 5/5 from me. Product also arrived in perfect condition.
Kash
11 September, 2020
Awesome controller
Well pleased with the DDJ400, great little unit for practicing on so I don't have to get the full Pioneer CDJ setup out :-)
Out of stock for ages but well worth the wait
Many Thanks djkit.com
Ian
9 September, 2020
Nice controller
Really love this controller, perfect for what i need it for, im slowly learning the ropes and this controller is perfect, has alot of features on which i havent even used yet, easy to setup and works well with rekordbox. I ordered this in around July but i didnt receive it until 2 weeks ago, i completely understand that these are in high demand and to be fair djkit.com were as helpful as they could be given the current curcumstances with covid and inevitably delays were too be expected, still its better paying the right price for it compared to other online sites who were nearly doubling the price. As always djkit.com delivered but because of the delay of quite a long time, i feel i can rate 4 stars here but this is no reflection on djkit.com but more the wait.
Andrew
3 September, 2020
Perfect! Wish I had bought one sooner
Product is perfect. Clear communication on order status and delivery.
I had a problem with delivery (DPD), but that's not djkit.com's fault and DPD did their best to get it to me once they acknowledged their mistake. Usually DPD are the best!
Thanks djkit.com. I'll be in touch for more kit when I've proven myself capable
Michael
3 September, 2020
Paul
27 August, 2020
What a piece of Kit!!! :) Amazing
Just started out DJing at home. Both DDJ and reckordbox easy to use. DDJ is sturdy, nothing flimsy on it. Great purchase. NO latency .
Perry
27 August, 2020
Awesome
For an entry level controller, this is superb. I'm using it with Beatport Link and works well.
Karl
27 August, 2020
Ddj400 , excellent piece of kit,
Excellent piece of kit, excellent value for money, top device from djkit.com,
Matthew
27 August, 2020
Miles
27 August, 2020
Jordan
27 August, 2020
Best purchase
Took a while to come but when they came back in stock it was delivered next day.
I've not stopped using them since I got them.
Krum
26 August, 2020
Aiden
26 August, 2020
Very good entry level controller! DJing is an overwhelming task to learn, but the DDJ 400 makes learning simpler!
Jamie
23 August, 2020
Pioneer DDJ 400
Really good for money easy to set up and use. Ideal for first time djs
Andy
21 August, 2020
The Pioneer DDJ-400 set up is great, and surprisingly easy to use for such a novice.
Great product, and great customer care provide by djkit.com.com from initial purchase guidance, to technical assistance upon receipt of goods.I would highly recommend the Pioneer DDJ-400 and using djkit.com.com in all future purchases.
Isaac
21 August, 2020
Pioneer DDJ - 400
Honestly the best purchase I have done, I upgraded from some old decks and now I'm on brand new pioneer DDJ-400, it works amazingly well and I'm very pleased to have bought them from djkit.com!
Phil
15 August, 2020
DDJ-400 Great little piece of kit
Was undecided for ages about the DDJ400 or whether to spend abit more! But can safely say if your a beginner who is looking to start off DJ'ing at home or just wanna have fun with creating you own mixes then this is a great piece of kit for the price. Like alot of review it is what it says and nothing else though you will have to download rekordbox 5 instead of 6 as the license will not work and you will have to sign up for a subscription.
Plus another note many thanks to djkit.com.com, great staff and keep you updated with your order. If your worried about ordering and not getting it for ages then send them a quick email and they should give you the heads up when they're expecting a delivery as they have quite afew on back orders
Cheers all 😁
Undisclosed Reviewer
6 August, 2020
James
4 August, 2020
Love them
These are my first decks and I'm loving them so far
James
31 July, 2020
Great entry level controller
I bought this controller after watching multiple YouTube videos on the best controller for beginner DJs and this came up as the ideal choice. I have not been disappointed with the features and controls available on this deck. This has been a great purchase for me and has a similar layout to some of the bigger pioneer decks should I wish to progress. Delivery was prompt after restocking of the item so can't fault djkit.com and would recommend to others.
Sebastian
30 July, 2020
Undisclosed Reviewer
29 July, 2020
Steve
29 July, 2020
Ddj 400
Great deck for a beginner full of features and gizmos !
Michael
29 July, 2020
Bought in lockdown to learn basics of mixing
Bought in lockdown to learn basics of mixing. Easy to get a hold of. Worth every penny. Great product.
Josie
29 July, 2020
Perfect for learners
Really impressed with the DDJ-400 so far. Has plenty of excellent features to get your started, but with not too much to get overwhelmed. Quality feels very good, also nicely portable. The dials are slightly on the small side but with smaller hands that's not much of an issue at all. The tempo slide is also helpfully large when compared to other beginner models. The fact that it also comes with a full license of Rekordbox is huge! Highly recommend this product to anyone looking to get into DJing.
John
28 July, 2020
Great controller
a great controller and fast delivery just before they sold out
Undisclosed Reviewer
9 July, 2020
No problem & excellent
I had no problem with this item, works perfectly ! No problem with the seller also, excellent communication !
Jacob
9 July, 2020
Sam
23 June, 2020
Superb quality
Very happy with my purchase! The quality is superb and is easy to setup and use. I would recommend a dust cover if you're leaving it setup like me.
Stephen
19 June, 2020
Excellent
Excellent bit of kit. Accompanying software is easy to use. djkit.com were quick to supply the equipment and it was delivered securely. I am very happy mixing and blending. Not sure if my neighbours are loving the loud beats.
Shaun
11 June, 2020
Fantastic bit of Kit
Had just over a month now to get to grips with this Controller and all I can say is Wow. What an awesome bit of Kit. Not owned any DJ equipment since I sold my Soundlab decks and vinyl back in the late 90's which I regretted terribly a few years later. Anyway, it took me twenty years to get back into dj'ing and I am so glad I bought this Pioneer controller. I am still learning all it has to offer along with Rekordbox DJ (which is included) but so far so good. Delivery took a while due to lockdown but actually came a couple of weeks earlier than was on the website. Five stars for me!
Matthew
11 June, 2020
Buy these decks
When I started DJing the controllers at this price point were pretty basic. This one is as close to DJing using a mixer and cdi's as possible without actually having them.
Pioneer have smashed it and great service form djkit.com as always!
Daniel
4 June, 2020
Fantastic beginner decks!
For what it is, these decks have been brilliant for a beginner learning to mix. Ordered at the start of quarantine, and have spent loads of free time practicing on them. Can't really ask for more from a cheap laptop only controller, great until you hit the point you need more channels (which is where I am now as I would like to do mashup sets). djkit.com.com were excellent, shipped very quickly too. Couldn't be more happy with my purchase!
Adrian
28 May, 2020
Dj400
Great piece of kit and also comes in at an affordable price. Would definitely recommend this controller. Very happy with my purchase!
David
25 May, 2020
Love it
I've got to say, this is a cracking piece of kit for the money. I'd not mixed any tunes since I sold my 1210 mark 2s several years ago. Well I've got the bug again and the ddj 400 is giving me endless pleasure, especially during lockdown. If you're thinking of getting an entry level controller, I would definitely recommend the ddj 400. I'm definitely the best DJ in our household now.........maybe.
Shivani
20 May, 2020
Great for beginners
Great for beginners and getting to grip with djing especially due to rekordbox which is what clubs use
Max
15 May, 2020
Spot on!
Spot on, great for someone who doesn't want to spend a lot of money l, does everything you need them to do!
Matt
9 May, 2020
Retired from the Mobile dj game a few years ago but got the bug again during Lockdown, opted for the DDJ 400 after seeing great reviews, only had it a week so still getting used to the controller and Rekordbox but very impressed with it so far, previously I had only used CDs so I'm new to the digital world but this controller makes life so much easier, highly recommended
Katie
5 May, 2020
Great
Great starter controller, and great communication from djkit.com, thank you!
Paul
5 May, 2020
Excellent Value for Money
For an entry level controller this is excellent value for money. Minor issue with over sensitive tempo sliders (but you quickly learn to work with this). All in all a quality piece of kit for the price
Dom
4 May, 2020
Perfect for beginners
Wonderful piece of kit. had it for a few days and its so much fun. customer service was excellent too :)
Richard
4 May, 2020
Excellent piece of kit
Had to wait a little while for the DDJ-400 to come back into stock, but once it was it was despatched and delivered quickly.
It's an excellent entry level controller. Whilst I've been playing now for a good while I didnt have a lot of spare cash to buy a new controller and importantly I wanted something I could get the most out of. This really fits the bill. The packaged software is excellent, the controller itself very well made, intuitive and responsive.
Well worth your money.
Bendeguz
4 May, 2020
Ed
29 April, 2020
Brilliant set of decks but..
Lot of fun working out what does what and trying to teach myself the basics! The only thing I am disappointed about is that I haven't been able to activate the key to Rekordbox and they have moved to a paying licence for version 6 - so the attraction of buying decks with a licence key is somewhat lost - unless you can help me resolve? I'd definitely recommend the decks to anyone though.
Nigel
28 April, 2020
Joe
16 April, 2020
Great controller to get back in the game with after some time out and it works great with Rekordbox. Better than expected!
Undisclosed Reviewer
10 April, 2020
i love this controller
came next day , the ddj400 is one of best , and the price is great
Undisclosed Reviewer
9 April, 2020
Perfect for the beginner DJ
Brand new to this, but does everything you need for a beginner for sure. Not too complicated and a great starting point. For me, it's for home use only! It's small and light and easy to pack away when not needed. Great bit of kit!
Undisclosed Reviewer
7 April, 2020
Josh
30 March, 2020
Amazing!
As an old Skool DJ - its nice to be back spinning again.
Undisclosed Reviewer
23 March, 2020
Ddj 400
Absolutely brilliant easy to set up even better to use
Harry
19 March, 2020
Great beginner decks
Been playing with these for a few months and I'm still not bored, some great features to give new djs a challenge
Keeley
16 March, 2020
Loves it!!
I bought it for an 18yr old and he keeps thanking me for it saying it's the best present ever. Even his younger brother is on it practicing.
Money well spent for sure.
Stuart
2 March, 2020
Josh
24 February, 2020
Duncan
21 February, 2020
A great upgrade
A great bit of kit, used to have a very old Citronic mixer so decided to treat myself, even though the DDJ-400 is intended for newbies, it's packed with features, and has the look and feel of a piece of much more expensive kit, combined with a licence for Rekordbox dJ it's amazing value for money, BUY ONE.
Mark
14 February, 2020
I love djkit ❤️
I ❤️ this product and djkit.com.com is the best 🔥
Undisclosed Reviewer
7 February, 2020
Awsome controller
Guys at shop really helpful
quick delivery
defo will use again
110%
Jonathan
24 January, 2020
Great controller for a bedroom DJ like myself to hone your basic DJ skills on Works great with Rekordbox included at time of sale
krzysztof
2 January, 2020
Justin
2 January, 2020
Fantastic entry level controller
Great controller. Has enough functionality to feel like a more expensive piece of kit than it is. Robustly constructed and the layout feels more like a set of CDJs with a mixer than a controller.
Also Really impressed with the service from djkit.com. First time I've used them but I will certainly be using them again. Swift , efficient and helpful
Josh
1 January, 2020
Fast delivery and great price
Delivery was quick and good sale price overall good product
Austen
1 January, 2020
Super fast delivery and great aftercare.
These guys are awesome, item came out on time at a great price. Even chucked in a free set of phono leads and available twice on the phone for after sales supper. Absolutely 10 out of 10.
Scott
28 December, 2019
Awesome controller
Ive finally bitten the bullet and moved to digital and this little controller is great Superb pairing it with Rekordbox too Cant wait to get stuck in with it
Undisclosed Reviewer
20 December, 2019
Awesome service
Fantastic piece of kit for a first controller great price and the service fron djkit.com was amazing
Stephen
16 December, 2019
Great starter controller
Perfect for starter DJ simple controller with enough bells and whistles to make your sets interesting
Nathan
28 November, 2019
Alison
19 November, 2019
Nick
16 November, 2019
Excellent controller
Great variety of features for the money. Easy to use with a little practice for familiarisation. Comes with Rekordbox Software included in the price, but can also be used with VirtualDJ software. Now comes with a free DJC-B Case, which is great if you are buying now, or annoying if you bought it before the offer - guess which camp I am in. Excellent value for money.
Brad
8 November, 2019
Nice step up from WeGo
A great step in the right direction for equipment that will give me some familiarity of the more expensive professional gear.
Anthony
5 November, 2019
Rio
4 November, 2019
Sam
2 November, 2019
Perfect for home setup
Used to have turntables years ago and wanted a new set up to use at home without breaking the bank. This is perfect. Loads of features. djkit.com delivery service was great too.
Ben
1 November, 2019
Great bit of kit!
Once I got this up and running it's turned out to be a great bit of kit! The license that comes with it is good aswell really like the rekord box software. Highly recommended!!
Sam
1 November, 2019
Great product
So far I've really enjoyed the Pioneer DDJ-400, it's a great bit of kit for the price. Loads of fun and really impressed with the quality. I spent quite a bit of time researching and I'm really happy with my choice. Great service from djkit.com also.
Ryan
1 November, 2019
Ryan evans
First dj gear I've ever got. Super fun to use and amazing tutorials through rekord box
Steven
29 October, 2019
Excellent controller for the price
Great product, perfect for beginners and more experienced DJs. If I could change anything it would be the ability to have 2 extra outputs to add CDJs other than that extremely good
Jamie
19 October, 2019
Great starter kit.
Excellent piece of kit. User friendly, great tutorials and superb headphones.
Alistair
11 October, 2019
A great controller!!
I purchased this controller as a replacement for my Pioneer DDJ RR. I wanted something more compact with fewer buttons etc. It really ticks all the boxes with everything one needs and more. Well worth buying. Pioneer, outstanding and top of the game.
Pedro Paulo
5 October, 2019
Good start for beginners
Great for beginners taught me everything I needed to know to prepare for cdjs
Helen
1 October, 2019
Mikee Power
30 September, 2019
Great for starter DJs
Bought this for portability and convenience Works perfectly and is built quite solid While it can do a lot it obviously isnt as in depth as other controllers or standalone decks This is perfect for bedroom DJs who cant afford the expensive equipment but if you useare used to the higherstandard equipment youll find it lacks a lot of performance features
Undisclosed Reviewer
24 September, 2019
Great piece of kit
Bought this with Pioneer monitor speakers and headphones. All works a charm!
Mark
17 September, 2019
Absolutely love my DDJ400
For just shy of 250 quid the little 400 is amazing Really easy to use and compact and lightweight Only used for bedroom djing but am confident that this little beast is more than capable of satisfying a large venue
Dean
17 September, 2019
Perfec! Fast delivery, great product.
All round great little DJ controller, reliable and resilient. Would recommend
Adam
9 August, 2019
A brilliant piece of kit!
Worth every damn penny. My old mixer was a Numark Mix-track Pro 1 and this is a massive step up! I would totally recommend this!
Neal
6 August, 2019
Lysander
25 July, 2019
Incredible
Perfect condition, came exactly on time. This controller is the perfect one to learn how to DJ on and then when you become more advanced and move on to more complex controllers, you will be familiar with the Pioneer CDJ look.
Richard
15 July, 2019
Awesome.
I bought this controller to upgrade from a different make, and it was the best decision I have ever made. It's nearly the same as the proper stuff in clubs and it's very easy to use. The Rekordbox software they give with it is a very nice program and it's quite easy to use too.
In overall, 100% recommend to anyone who is thinking about buying one of these. You won't regret it.
alan
10 July, 2019
smashing piece of kit
brilliant controller... was in 2 minds about this and the rb3 and definitely made the right decision.....light yet the quality you expect from pioneer. 2 thumbs up
Undisclosed Reviewer
10 July, 2019
Great product, spot on
VERY FAST DELIVERY, A WEBSITE YOU CAN TRUST.
Graeme
25 June, 2019
What a great piece of Equipment
Wow got to say this has to be the best controller for any beginners of becoming a DJ with a great smooth touch well done Pioneer Dj 128077128077128077
Curtis
18 June, 2019
Samantha
11 June, 2019
James
7 June, 2019
Extremely happy .
Purchasing my DDJ-400 from djkit.com was a good move quick reliable delivery time product turned up a I will be making future purchases from no where other than djkit.com ... Thanks very much ... One very happy customer .
Undisclosed Reviewer
6 June, 2019
Brilliant Product
Now i've got this it does everything I need it to do into the future. I can now get rid of my old equipment which was gathering dust for many years. excellent service from djkit.com,
Daniel Hulme
3 June, 2019
Excellent product
Only had these a few days and finding them so easy to use and easy to learn for someone new to DJing If you are looking for a set of decks that are very reasonably priced check these out you wont be disappointed
Connor
28 May, 2019
Colin
19 May, 2019
Easy to use. Top bit of kit
After not dj'ing for about 20 years I thought I would treat myself to this. Very easy to use (even all the toys that 1210's didn't have) has reignited my love. Would highly recommend.
Lisa
20 April, 2019
I love the product
Easy to install and set up, I love playing around on it and mixing my music. I've purchased a separate hard drive so I can add more tunes
Daniel
19 April, 2019
Great Product
Great product and fun to use. Light and compact but I'm not 100 % happy with the pitch control. Not as accurate as I expected.
Gary
19 April, 2019
Its been a few months before reviewing this DDJ as wanted to do an honest reviewrnThis is a superb controller and after using it constantly the controller works as it should plenty of effects for demanding DJs rnalthough the microphone input only has volume control adjusted from the back of the unitrnThis could be slightly better designed as you cannot add or remove bass treble depending on the microphone used but that said its definitely worth the money it does what is says and Im very impressed and pleased with it
Gareth
19 April, 2019
Quality setup for the bedroom
Love this and use it my garage to get som on the fly mixes Top pioneer quality with some pro layout feartures
Ian
16 April, 2019
DDJ-400
Everything the aspiring DJ needs to make a start if you want to get that party rocking or just put a few mixes together for your mates. djkit.com were professional, polite, prompt and efficient. Well earned 5 stars.
Kate
11 April, 2019
Marc
9 April, 2019
Great product!
Excellent product and great customer service!
Jon
8 April, 2019
Great Service
Great customer service and very thorough from order through to delivery. Would definitely buy from these guys again..
Sergiy
5 April, 2019
Fast Delivery, Perfect Product!
Ordered at 2pm and had these delivered by 12pm the next day no issue. The product was as described and is exactly what I wanted. Will be using djkit.com for any future needs!
Osanda
15 March, 2019
Really Good!
Best controller for the price! Got everything I needed.
Tom
12 March, 2019
Perfect
Great set of decks from Pioneer.
Perfect service from djkit.com. My order came first class. Absolutely no nonsense. Cheaper than Amazon as well. Will definitely be using the site again.
gary
12 March, 2019
Ddj 400
Great value for money! The brand the quality.the whole package and five star service as well!
Luke
7 March, 2019
An awesome product, a great price, a great intro to DJing
I can't knock this product. With a reasonably strudy build, a great range of function, sweet software, simple setup, different audio options and even a built in tutorial, this may just be the place you want to start off
Edward
2 March, 2019
Awesome! Just buy it!
I used to DJ with Numark CD decks before selling the rig and hadn't used a DJ controller before. Wow, it has moved on so much! You can do so much so easy. This is a fantastic bit of kit for beginners, bedroom DJs or as a backup for gigs. The build quality is excellent for the price. The only thing I would change is more resistance on the crossfader. Hours of fun and very easy to learn both the controller and software.
David B
21 February, 2019
Excellent
Fast delivery, great service, great product, will buy again from djkit.com.com!
James
21 February, 2019
Bargain
Super easy to set up love the rekordbox software and the decks are great for everything I need Pioneer are basically giving this away
Cameron
18 February, 2019
Ian
16 February, 2019
Great piece of kit
Bought it for my son to learn to DJ but can see myself stealing it from time to time to play with it myself. Great option if you've got an all digital collection and only need the two channels.
Joseph
3 February, 2019
Harminder
22 January, 2019
Paul
21 January, 2019
Pioneer ddj 400
Great piece of kit for anybody wanting to get in to dj'ing. I'm an old school vinyl dj and I wanted my first controller and this think is absolutely brilliant for the price!!!!
Steven
20 January, 2019
JULIE
19 January, 2019
Brill
Absolutely brilliant fast delivery service and product exactly as described.
Ross
16 January, 2019
New to digital
Have only ever mixed on vinyl in the past. Now I've got my head around the software and effects this is a really great piece of kit. Can't recommend it enough.
Sean
14 January, 2019
Sean E
Absolutely brilliant, come real quick, took ME a whilr to set up but once done, haven’t stopped using it!
Undisclosed Reviewer
11 January, 2019
Everything you need to smash a set up.
Got this controller to tide me over until I can afford cdjs and I'm very impressed. The build quality is as you would expect from pioneer and it has a surprising amount of features for the cost. I would recommend it to anyone.
Ashley
10 January, 2019
Amazing
Absolutely outstanding customer service from djkit.com. The staff Where so friendly on my first visit to the store.
Being a complete newbie to becoming a DJ this mixer is incredible for the money you get the licence key for rekordbox included in the very small price and you also have videos that pop up to help you set it up and begging to learn what the buttons on the controller do.
The quality of this controller is 2nd to none feels quality and sturdy and the general look of it mirrors the looks and feel of higher end pioneer controllers/mixers
I would deffo recommend this if your wanting to learn how to become a DJ and I will go no where else for my equipment other than djkit.com.
Amazing all round controller and company top class people
Max
7 January, 2019
The perfect entry level controller, more powerful than its price would have you believe.
Thomas
3 January, 2019
For the boy
Bought for my boy to hook into my equipment for an easy access into playing records...very pleased with simple set up, have realised I could quite easily play out on it....might start to borrow it!
Vernon
3 January, 2019
Ddj 400
Great Xmas present and very easy to use. Great service from supplier and received extremely quickly given it was close to Xmas.
Iain
2 January, 2019
My son loves this desk.
Still learning to use it but has kept him busy and he loves it.
Mark
2 January, 2019
Pioneer DDJ 400 + bag
Fantastic product, great piece of kit for my daughter for her DJing, plus an excellent delivery service.
Nathan
1 January, 2019
Superb but of kit... 🙂
Whilst the DDJ-400 lacks the total feature set of the DDJ-1000 and XDJ-RR, its still a great controller. Unlike the XDJ-RR, it can only be used with a laptop or desktop PC, as it doesn't have USB inputs. You can't run a set of turntables or other line inputs into it either. So, if this doesn't matter to you, get one and enjoy!
Ivan
1 January, 2019
Simon
24 December, 2018
Great bit of kit and very prompt drlivery
Great bit of kit and very prompt drlivery
John
19 December, 2018
Brilliant bit of kit
Amazing kit for an entry level controller, I feel almost mean to consider it "entry level" . Button layout closely mimics CDJs, jogwheel feels sturdy and built well. Nice finish overall on the top of the controller. Quality exceeds the price and Pioneer have done it once again.
So far so good, comes with a full license key for Rekordbox. Anyone looking to get into mixing as a hobby or more consider this model! Mine also came with a free flight case as part of the deal. Lifesavers!
Sarah
19 December, 2018
Kevin
18 December, 2018
Awsome.
Bought this as a transition from turntables. To be honest I researched everything on the market and chose this. Wow was I not disappointed it does everything and more for a budget controller. Rekordbox is easy to navigate and I was playing tracks, messing about within the hour!! djkit.com was also brilliant, a problem with stock levels was immeadiately brought to my attention via phone call. The ddj400 was still only a day late after estimated delivery day. The bag is also very handy to keep it safe. Happy mixing.😁
Ed
15 December, 2018
Great bit of kit, perfect for any starter
A++ very nice bit of kit
Georgia
14 December, 2018
Very good!
I purchased this item for my boyfriends birthday. Delivery was fast, payment was easy and the product itself is brilliant.
Jason
12 December, 2018
5 stars
Delivered to me ealier than expected.
Easy to figure out being my first controller. Record mixes then ten minutes later its on mixcloud.
Absolutely love it and never a beat out of sync haha happy days.
Nice free carry case too.
Cant fault the product or the company
10/10 djkit.com & DDJ400
Chad
12 December, 2018
I love DDJ -400 DJ Controller
great Arm room it's not to small it's great I get others to buy from you guys
Hassan
19 November, 2018
first time buyer
its a great product for someone wanting to get into djing and really helps cover all aspects of it so you can just jump right in
Edward
14 November, 2018
Amazing kit and service
As a bedroom DJ, this is ideal! Has all the features you can want and more. Really good quality and the software is flawless.
I was a bit disappointed when the bag didn't show up, but Jim at customer services reassured me and has sorted it all out and more.
10/10 on product
10/10 on customer service
0/10 on sleep because all I want to do is mix.
I hate buying things online, however, know you have the full backing of the company with any problems that may occur. Brilliant, the only company I will use and recommend from here on out.
Undisclosed Reviewer
8 November, 2018
Brilliant
Great piece of kit, great price and brilliant to use and create
Tracey
4 November, 2018
Pete
3 November, 2018
Vicki
20 October, 2018
*****Awesome*****
Controller is slick and is packed full of features, that i have no clue how to use, but will get there.
Delivery service was spot on.
Thanks to all at djkit.com and i will definitely be going nowhere else for future purchases.
:):):):):)
Nathan
15 October, 2018
Great starter controller
I’ve recently got back into DJ’ing after having 1210’s and vinyl in the 90’s, this controller is an amazing bit of kit, comes with great tutorials on how to set up and use rekordbox as well, I’ve only really scratched the surface of what it’s capable of, so I’m looking forward to seeing what else it can do, awesome communication and service from djkit.com also!
Philip
12 October, 2018
Just get it - it's brilliant!!!
I used to own a pair of CDJ1000's before kids and always had intentions of getting a decent set of CDJ's once again when able to ... I've been looking at the various XDJ's for ages thinking they were the way to go as they replicated my old 1000's (the RB and SB3 didn't feel similar enough). Then the DDJ400 popped up - the price is amazing completed to the XDJ's and I liked the look. I was hesitant about going all digital initially but - WOW...this controller is awesome!!
I've had this a few weeks now and am loving it. The controller is solid and feels great to use. Everything clicks and sounds as it should on Pioneer gear. Rokordbox is amazing - the things it can do are pretty mind-blowing compared to beat-matching back in the day. I am so happy that I went DDJ400 as it is brilliant!!
The DDJ400 has given me a great return to mixing and it's opened up a whole new experience with the various fx etc. via Rekordbox. It's brilliant - really good fun!!
Fully recommend!!
Sean
11 October, 2018
Great Product
It arrived in no time and the advice from sales was great.
It arrived packaged well and my son is loving his new hobby.
Thanks Guys
steven
6 October, 2018
My Review
sound quality on this is very good also comes with record box . What I miss from last controller was the digital screens on jog wheels. and the longer pitch control I find it harder to match the bpms they most of the time slight out but this is no big deal just use the nudge platter is it worth a buy answer is yes
Robert
4 October, 2018
Mark
18 September, 2018
great controler
great controller for first timers or experienced dj's would recommend this to everyone looking for a new controller
Undisclosed Reviewer
17 September, 2018
Pioneer DDJ-400
Having previously had the DDJ Ergo I am happy with the move over to the DDJ-400. Rekordbox is so clever and let’s amateur DJs jump aboard the mixing ship. The effect pads are different class and my only criticism is the size of them. Still coming to terms with the jog wheel sensitivity and the FX selection functions but time will tell on these.
Niamh
11 September, 2018
Easy to use but still with extensive functions
Bought this as my first kit as I love music and wanted to get into playing some in my free time using the DDJ. Went for this based on reviews and I’m really pleased with my purchase. It is very easy to set up/use, but has all the functions and seems to replicate the more expensive versions for a smaller price tag.
Undisclosed Reviewer
11 September, 2018
Very tidy piece for equipment
Very solid. Lots of fun to use and can even take a normal headphone jack which is a bonus!
Chloe
8 September, 2018
Mixer
I love this product it is easy to use and the sound quality it amazing I would recommend this product as a start for the mixing
Tom
7 September, 2018
Jagatpreet
4 September, 2018
Cannot Fault!
For the money. A fantastic bit of kit. Functional and lightweight. Wouldn't use for gigs personally as I think it's more of a home bit of kit.
If you've used Cdjs or the bigger Ddjs then the controls will feel much lighter so you have to adjust slightly.
Cannot fault otherwise. Would throughly recommend!
Undisclosed Reviewer
4 September, 2018
Danny
14 August, 2018
Ddj-400 is worth buying
This is great I am just starting to learn to dj and what a thing to learn on so easy to use and has everything I need
Undisclosed Reviewer
13 August, 2018
Amazing product.
This is perfect for someone who wants the feel of Pioneer CDJs and a DJM mixer at home. I previously had the traktor kontrol s8 and have had way more fun with this at a third of the price.
Nick
2 August, 2018
Handy bit of kit
Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned professional, this compact controller is a great choice. For me, I’m out and about a lot and needed a second controller to keep with me - something that was small, lightweight and packed all of the features Rekordbox offered, so this being USB powered means I only need to plug it into my laptop and I’m off - no hunting round for sockets. Plus if I want to hook it up to a sound system, it’s a simple RCA cable into an amp/ spare channel on a mixer and again, I’m ready to go.
If you’re wanting loads of extra buttons and knobs or extra channels, there are plenty of other (more expensive) controllers out there for you, but if you’re looking for a tidy little unit that will get you up-and-running in seconds and still give you the ability to get creative with your mixes, this is for you.
Michael
24 July, 2018
Just what I needed
Used for bedroom and small venues where I don’t carry my flight case.
colin
21 July, 2018
Lovely piece of kit.
Awesome piece of kit. I bought it to teach the missus, and she loves it.
veron
19 July, 2018
nice one
very surprised to see this little toy what can do
I've used s4 with traktor and was good but decided to go with pioneer and record box and till now not bad not bad at all
James
18 July, 2018
Bought this as my first controller and can't fault it one bit. Ideal for someone like me just starting to learn the basics.
Tom
17 July, 2018
Excellent
Perfect for learning the basics and come with a Rekordbox license too!
Lee
12 July, 2018
Pioneer DDJ-400 - Awesome!
This is a great controller for anyone learning to DJ, would highly recommend. Easy to set up, quick delivery, good price.
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i have a samsung tab 8 ultra, can i use this instead of pc/laptop for rekordbox. if so what cable would i need?
brownki asked 1 year ago
Can you install rekordbox onto the tab? If you can and it works then I would assume you would need a usb to whatever the connection on the tab is?
Check rekordbox and check the software requirements
russdunne
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Can you use a reloop tape 2 with this controller or not because of only one master output.
rossdaley26 asked 1 year ago
With only one output you would need to output from this device to another device to split the sound e.g. another mixer or audio interface. Otherwise, the simplest way is to use the DJ software to record. Most, if not all, have the ability to record your mix in the software itself (rekordbox, serato, traktor). However, keep in mind if you are using a streaming service for your music within the software (Beatport link, Tidal etc) you may not be able to activate the recording. Apparently there is a way around this (which I have not attempted as I don't need to with my controller) which is detailed here https://www.digitaldjtips.com/2020/10/how-to-bypass-serato-dj-pro-music-streaming-service-recording-limitation/. Hope this helps.
davidedwardsjnr
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does the package with the headphones and speakers come with all the cables required?
jsvs asked 1 year ago
Yes it does
keelyscarter
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Do you need a WiFi signal / internet connection to unlock this each time you use it?
I'll be DJ'ing at a festival in a field where there is no WiFi or phone signal. I'm concerned that RecordBox might need to be authorised each time the controller is connected to my iPad.
Thank you.
mradamwalton asked 1 year ago
Nope. I've taken mine outside with laptop to DJ with and it works fine. No internet connection required to unlock the software.
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Is this compatible with macOS Mojave 10.14.6 with macOS Big Sur?
angela.ramsden asked 1 year ago
Hello,
Rekordbox the software which the controller uses is comparable on both of them operating systems. I hope this answers your question.
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Hi, I'm looking to buy the ddj400 for a youth/dj group. you describe the rekordbox software as FULL and that it's version 5.3, could you tell me if that's the Free, Core or Creative package, how many different devices can use the software and whether this can be transferred between devices as necessary.
cmdmj5 asked 2 years ago
As of 17/04/2021 the current version of Rekordbox is 6.5.1 and is free to download from their website. Included with the controller is a "key" for Rekordbox, however, this key is no longer required for Rekordbox and instead the "premium" features are unlocked by the controller itself. (AKA Hardware Unlock).
For a complete list of which controllers offer the hardware unlock and what features they unlock see here: https://rekordbox.com/en/support/link/
You should have no issue using the controller with multiple devices.
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Trying to get a mic working with rekordbox and the ddj400. It just wont recognise one is plugged in and seems to be a common problem with this controller. Are there any special settings I need to change or do you know if this is a bug?
jon asked 2 years ago
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Questions:
1. If I want to record a set, presumably I can do this through separate recording software running on my PC?
2. Is this device compatible with live streaming a set, i.e. on Twitch?
3. Just checking ... can loop intros/outros ... and the loop lenght is fully adjustable?
Thanks
alexrichardson35 asked 2 years ago
1. The Rekordbox software you get with the controller ( which you download from pioneer) allows you to record upto 3 hrs in the software itself. You can select other routes if you have an external sound card if you prefer via the rca output on the controller.
2.yes see answer 1.
3.yes , loops can be selected in 2 ways. 1 via the manual loop at the top left of either plate or 2 providing your tracks have been properly analysed (which sometimes means going in and manually selecting your first beat point) you can select auto loops via the beat loop function and using the pads at the bottom of each plate.
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I have recently sold a ddj 200 and upgraded to a ddj 400, its currently on back order, my question is will the ddj 200 just work for the new person ive sold it too if they install rekordbox 6 on their laptop and will it unlock perf mode for them?
Also on the ddj 400, when i do receive it and plug into my existing rekordbox 6, will that just unlock perf mode, will i have to change anything in the mypage section.
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house1992 asked 2 years ago
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Hi. Im considering one of these controllers. I always djd with vinyls and cdjs
Couple of questions
I would need suitable laptop to store my music?
I cant run this through a hard drive or usb. I can also run an iPad with music on it ? And also Spotify premium
It mentions a licence for rekordbox. If I install on a
Laptop then change the laptop. Do I need to buy another licence?
Sorry for the question
russdunne asked 3 years ago
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The best way to use this controller is with either a laptop or tablet using digital music libraries. . The controller comes with a free licence to use Rekord box software. If you intend to use an IPad or tablet , you will need specialised USB adaptors to power and communicate with the controller. The laptop will is the standard USB port.
Finally , the Rekord box software will integrate with Spotify , Apple Music and other music streaming services
Hope this helps
Justin
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Hi Chaps,
Do all the relevant cables and wires come for this mixer? All will I need to Order separately? If so can I be pointed in the direction of the correct wires please
And can I connect my phone to mixer?
Thanks!
connor94ward asked 3 years ago
Hey Connor
It comes with what you need to get started. A USB cable to link to your PC/Macbook, power cable and a copy of rekordbox DJ (with a license for you to install it).
That would mean you'd be using your PC/Macbook speakers for the output audio and your headphones for the pre-mix.
If you wanted to pump the music elsewhere, e.g. through some active speakers, you would need to buy the cable separately.
As for your iPhone (or iPad), you can use Algoriddims djay app for iOS and djay Pro for PC/Mac which all link to Spotify Premium, so you can play and mix any track from Spotify. The app and Spotify are an extra cost though.
I hope that helps.
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Upgrading from the DDJ 200 but still not overly confident , for a safety net does the DDJ 400 have transition fix (phase sync) ?
georgec16 asked 3 years ago
Yes it does.
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Can this set up be connected to my technics turntables ?
zonicstyle asked 3 years ago
Not really, no. It designed to connect to your laptop / MacBook by USB and is then a controller for mixing your virtual software decks. The only other input is a phone for a microphone, which in theory you could put a turntable through, but you cannot use any of the features with the mic input (so you couldn't crossfade to it, for example). If you want to use your desks as well as your laptop, you'd need to look at the DDJ-800 but that is quite a jump in money, unfortunately.
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Can I use and android phone with this?
danielhawthorn81 asked 3 years ago
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Does it have function to select which side you want coming through the head phones
Ryandavidblake94 asked 3 years ago
Yes
jonathan.fry89
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Can you plug this into Andriod tablet?
Ashhill110 asked 3 years ago
No, this can only be plugged into a computer. (with a usb A to usbB cable).
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What DJ softwares are compatible
And can you plug laptop in as well as phone?
Ashhill110 asked 3 years ago
You get Pioneer Rekordbox FULL software with the DDJ-400 and also you can now use djay software for use on your Tablet or Smartphone which allows you to stream with Spotify. Yes you can plug into a laptop and use either softwares as well.
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Can I use Virtual dj software with this controller? If so how easy is it to set up yo use it?
shalljonx asked 4 years ago
yes.just plug it in a go!
garyperry3
answered 4 years ago
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What comes in the box?
harviechaperlin asked 4 years ago
You get the controller, USB Cable and FULL Rekordbox DJ software (download) in the box.
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