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.

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.

Trying to get a mic working with rekordbox and the ddj400. It just won’t 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?

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

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.

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.
Thanks

Hi. I’m considering one of these controllers. I always dj’d with vinyls and cdjs
Couple of questions
I would need suitable laptop to store my music?
I can’t 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

Hi

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

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!

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 Algoriddim’s 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.

Upgrading from the DDJ 200 but still not overly confident , for a safety net does the DDJ 400 have transition fix (phase sync) ?

Yes it does.

Can this set up be connected to my technics turntables ?

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.

Can I use and android phone with this?

Does it have function to select which side you want coming through the head phones

Yes

Can you plug this into Andriod tablet?

No, this can only be plugged into a computer. (with a usb A to usbB cable).

What DJ softwares are compatible
And can you plug laptop in as well as phone?

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.

Can I use Virtual dj software with this controller? If so how easy is it to set up yo use it?

yes.just plug it in a go!

What comes in the box?

You get the controller, USB Cable and FULL Rekordbox DJ software (download) in the box.