Everything you need to start DJing - in one box, ready to plug in and play. Bundle includes: AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2, Pioneer DJ DM-40D, Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1.
Every DJ starts somewhere. The DJ Startup 1 bundle is built for that first step - pairing a genuine, streaming-ready DJ controller with a proper pair of monitor speakers and durable DJ headphones, so you can go from unboxing to your first mix in an afternoon. No guesswork, no hunting for the right cables, no “what else do I need?” spiral. Just the three things that matter, chosen to work together.
It’s aimed at complete beginners, gift-buyers who want to get it right first time, and anyone who’s been practising on a phone screen and is ready for real gear they won’t outgrow in a month.
Our verdict: the most sensible way to start. Three well-matched pieces from Pioneer DJ and AlphaTheta that connect out of the box and grow with you as your skills do.
What’s in the bundle
| AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 - 2-channel DJ controller |
| Pioneer DJ DM-40D - 4″ active monitors (pair) |
| Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1 - DJ headphones |
Why this bundle works together
A DJ setup is only as good as the way the pieces talk to each other - and this is where the Startup 1 earns its name.
The DDJ-FLX2 is the brain: it holds your music (from your phone, tablet or laptop, or streamed straight from Tidal, Beatport and more) and gives you jog wheels, faders and pads to actually mix with. The DM-40D monitors are how you and the room hear the master mix out loud, and the HDJ-CUE1 headphones are how you cue up the next track before the crowd hears it. Controller, speakers, headphones - the three-legged stool every DJ setup stands on.
The clever part is that it all connects with no extra shopping. The HDJ-CUE1’s 3.5mm plug drops straight into the FLX2’s headphone socket, and the DM-40D ships with the 3.5mm-to-RCA cable you need to reach the controller’s master output. That’s the full signal path covered in the box - a genuine rarity at this price, and one less thing to get wrong on day one.
It’s also a setup that won’t hold you back. The DM-40D’s switchable Production mode means the day you start making your own tracks, your speakers are ready. The CUE1 uses the same drivers as Pioneer’s step-up HDJ-X5. And the skills you build on the FLX2 transfer directly to bigger AlphaTheta and Pioneer DJ gear - right up to club-standard CDJs.
Get started in 3 steps
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Connect your music. Plug the DDJ-FLX2 into your laptop, phone or tablet with the supplied USB-C cable - it powers the controller too, so there’s no separate adapter. Open rekordbox or Serato DJ Lite (both free) and load your library or a streaming service.
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Hook up the speakers. Run the DM-40D’s included cable from the controller’s master output to the monitors. Set the rear switch to DJ mode for that club-style low end.
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Plug in and cue up. Connect the HDJ-CUE1 to the controller’s headphone socket, and you’re ready to beatmatch, blend and mix.
The gear, piece by piece
AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 - the controller
The heart of the setup. A compact 2-channel controller with an intuitive, uncluttered layout designed specifically for people learning to mix. It runs from a smartphone, tablet or computer, powers over a single USB-C cable, and works with rekordbox, Serato DJ Lite and djay Pro - plus direct streaming from Tidal, Beatport, Beatsource, SoundCloud and Apple Music, so you can mix millions of tracks without filling your hard drive. A built-in soundcard handles clean output to your speakers and headphones.
View the full AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2 product
Pioneer DJ DM-40D - the monitors
A pair of 4-inch active desktop monitors that punch well above their size, driven by an efficient Class-D amplifier. The standout is a switchable DJ / Production mode: DJ mode adds club-style bass and energy for performing, while Production mode flattens the response for accurate mixdowns when you start making music. DECO diffusers widen the sweet spot so your mixes translate, and front-panel volume and headphone controls keep everything within reach.
View the full Pioneer DJ DM-40D product
Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1 - the headphones
Pro-style DJ headphones that borrow the acclaimed HDJ-X5’s drivers, tuned to emphasise the bass and kick you need to hear when beatmatching. The ear cups swivel a full 90° for easy one-ear monitoring, the coiled cable stays tidy but stretches when you move, and the whole thing is built to survive real use - metal headband sliders, a detachable bayonet cable and Pioneer’s in-house durability testing. Optional colour packs let you make them your own.
View the full Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1 product
Full specifications
AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2
| Type |
2-channel DJ controller |
| Software |
rekordbox, Serato DJ Lite, djay Pro |
| Streaming |
Tidal, Beatport, Beatsource, SoundCloud Go+/DJ, Apple Music |
| Connectivity |
USB-C, Bluetooth MIDI |
| Outputs |
Master (3.5mm stereo mini), Headphones (3.5mm stereo mini) |
| Frequency response |
20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| S/N ratio |
102 dB |
| Power |
USB bus power (DC 5 V, 500 mA) |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) |
383.2 × 208 × 48.2 mm |
| Weight |
1.2 kg |
Pioneer DJ DM-40D (pair)
| Type |
2-way active desktop monitor |
| Amplifier |
Class-D with DSP, 19 W + 19 W (4 Ω) |
| Woofer |
4″ fibreglass cone |
| Tweeter |
¾″ soft dome |
| Modes |
Switchable DJ / Production |
| Inputs |
RCA (unbalanced), 3.5mm stereo mini-jack |
| Outputs |
3.5mm headphone (front panel) |
| Enclosure |
Bass reflex (front-firing) |
| In the box |
Master + slave speakers, power cord, 3.5mm-to-RCA cable, speaker cable |
Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1
| Type |
On-ear, dynamic, closed-back (wired) |
| Drivers |
Same as HDJ-X5, tuned for low-frequency response |
| Ear cups |
90° swivel for one-ear monitoring |
| Cable |
Detachable coiled cable, bayonet connector, L-type 3.5mm plug |
| Headband |
Cushioned with extra-strong metal sliders |
| Finish |
Dark Silver (optional HC-CP08 colour packs available separately) |
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to buy any extra cables or adapters?
No. This bundle is designed to connect out of the box - the headphones plug straight into the controller, and the monitors include the cable needed to reach the controller’s master output.
Do I need a laptop?
Not necessarily. The DDJ-FLX2 works with a smartphone or tablet as well as a computer, so you can start with the device you already own.
What software do I get?
The controller works with rekordbox and Serato DJ Lite, both free to download. You can also stream tracks directly from services like Tidal, Beatport and SoundCloud rather than storing files locally.
Will this setup grow with me?
Yes. The DM-40D’s Production mode is ready for when you start making your own music, and the mixing skills you learn on the FLX2 carry directly over to larger AlphaTheta and Pioneer DJ controllers and club CDJs.
Is it loud enough for a party?
The DM-40D monitors are ideal for practising, bedroom mixing and small rooms. For larger parties you’d add a dedicated PA speaker - but as a learning and home setup, they’re perfectly matched.
Are the monitors sold as one speaker or a pair?
Always a pair. One speaker holds the amplifier and inputs (the master) and powers the second via the included speaker cable.
Do the headphones include a 6.3mm adapter?
No - the HDJ-CUE1 uses a 3.5mm plug, which is exactly what the DDJ-FLX2’s headphone socket takes, so none is needed for this setup.
Why buy from DJKIT
- 0% finance available - spread the cost of your first setup
- Free next-day delivery on this bundle
- Genuine, brand-authorised stock from Pioneer DJ and AlphaTheta
- Expert support from a team that actually DJs - before and after you buy
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