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I'm not even looking nor am I beginner but I can't help myself... If I see a new DJ gear video I'm watching lol... Great content as always... Keep up the great work

Numark Mixtrack Pro FX is the best cheap controller around imo... nice jogs, nice pitch faders, good FX paddles, lots of fun to use.

My first song would definitely be Get Right by Jennifer Lopez which would transition into 1 Thing by Amerie. 100 percent sure this is exactly what would happen lol.

Went to a birthday party last weekend And the dj was packing up to leave. My friend had a speaker in there basement and I played a song and the people instantly started singing when the lyrics started. The DJ made joke saying “you tryna battle with me?” I laughed and told him “no sir, I’m not a DJ” he said “you could be. Song selection and reading the crowd are key in being a DJ.” we spoke for a while I helped him bring out his equipment and now I’m looking up dj equipment lol. So the first song I would play is the song I played that night “between me and you” by ja rule and Christina milian.

Love your layout of the info for the beginner DJs and the ecosystems… First song: sooo many to chose from… If You’re Not The One… Daniel Bedingfield… Cheers…. Thanks again…

Great video..i missed one like this on budget controllers in 2024. My first track would be Wagon Christ - Shadows...one of my favourite producers out there. ❤

Jaydee's Plastic Dreams - first track I played on a friend's Technics back in 93. An immense tune so ideal to test the FLX4.

Definitely Where You Are by John Summit. Thanks for the super informative video! I just started, know absolutely nothing, and your channel has been super helpful.

Just sold my DDJ400 a couple of days ago because I lost my job and needed the money. I'd love to have that DDJ-FLX4 and the first I would play is Don't Make Me Wait by Bomb The Bass ft. Lorraine...great throwback song! Good luck to all of us!

In my opinion the Hercules Inpulse 500 allows you to perform the jump from beginning to start your own gigs. has Microphone inputs, more pro outputs, and has the Djuced app for free that is well integrated and with a lot of updates. FLX4 for me is for begginers, but if you want to buy something that you could start working I would go for Hercules Inpulse 500.

Definitely Boom Boom Boom, Timmy and Tweekaz. To get the party jumping and shouting!! 🔥

I would have to say a mix: Intro to Jedi Mind Tricks - Design in Mailice moving into Brown paper Bag from Roni Size, then going into Robocop from Mozey, B Live then finishing off with some Chase & Status - Baddadan

Rev1 by far my favorite controller I’ve ever used.

First song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Black Coffee feat Msaki "Wish you where here"

My answer to the contest question: The first track I'd spin on my new Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 would transport me straight to the heart of an underground warehouse party. As I drop the needle on that mesmerizing Belfast beat, I can already feel the crowd pulsing as one. It's a tune that glues us all together, just like its name hints. With its hypnotic melody and driving rhythm, this track would be the perfect christening for my decks, setting the vibe for an unforgettable night. The name of this song is GLUE by Bicep 💪

First song... "It's Time" by Al-naafysh. Yup taking it back waking up the crowd right from the start.

I think right now, given the recent passing of Paul Spencer, and that I played those tracks over and over as a teenager, it would have to be Sunchyme by Dario G as the first play on the FLX4.

Another option to consider is the *USED* market. You can get some really high end gear for fractions of what they would cost new. Sometimes you can even get it near brand new. *My* *DJ* *Gear:* 1. *Roland* *202* - *159.99* - it retails for 299.99. That's almost 50% off and it was near new 2. *Traktor* *S3* - *99.99* - retails for 549.99. got it on guitar center in great condition 3. *Novation* *Twitch* - *95.99* retailed when new for 449.99 4. *Hercules* *DJ-500* - Paid retail for this one but got it on G. Center for 24 months financing. *249.99* for Serato DJ Pro (perpetual lic) *49.99* for Traktor on sale from 99.99

Good, informative video. Thank you so much for sharing the knowledge.

Don’t you worry child - not a favourite anymore but used to be my absolute tune when I was a kid :)

This video came at the right time. I've been searching for other videos highlighting beginner DJ controllers and most of the videos are about the Hercules 500 and the DDJ FLX4 but not the rest featured in this video. Thanks! First Song: Runaway or Mr. Brightside

Monocule, Joe Jury - Take Me Home will be my first song on flx4! I'm always listening to Hardstyle and get stuck in one genre, but one day I got to recognize the world has many more good things to hear and I found this track, omg it's speaking my heart, I found another aspect of my soul 😇

Love to see videos like this, really helpful when you're starting in djing, thanks! The first song I would play is Can You Feel It by Mr. Fingers

As an intro song, my first song would be 'Move Your Body - Marshall Jefferson'. To let a crowd know DJ Benji B-Side is in the HOUSE!! 😁

I have the ddj 200 and the software is amazing, but the lack of buttons makes it harder to use (looping, song select, effects etc are all in the software and not on the controller) I know I'm not gonna win, but I would play Formula by DJ Visage :)

My first choice to play on the FLX-4 would be Iniko "Jericho." As an absolute beginner I bought the DDJ-400 last year and am still really happy with it.

I played first song Numb - Elderbrook. Wow! Such an amazing song.

First song I will play on the flx4 would be: Now is the Time (Brisk Remix)

I would play “Castro - Dale” which is my own song and my personal favorite!!!

For over 1 year I have Traktor Kontrol S2MK3. It comes with powerful Traktor software that I loved so much and it gives possibility to add additional functionality thought midi mappings. The DDJ-FLX4 for sure is good stuff to be more familiar with Pioneer hardware that is club standards. The first song that I will play on DDJ-FLX4 it will be Bolth - Demons From My Past

Had a DJ controller a few years back and tried for about 6 months but didn't believe I was 'artistic' enough to make something out of it......but now a year or so later I've got the bug again and would love to win. The first song I would play on it is Darude - Sandstorm. Good luck all.

Brill video Jamie. Glad to see this as an intro for young people or beginners and trying to bring people into the skill hobby. Music is really important. If you are just getting into DJing then streaming is a great option for the music. My recommendation is a ddj 200 or flx4 with Djay Pro and an apple music subscription, should be able to bag a 2 to 3 months sub for free. As you said though, great intro to the pioneer ecosystem especially with rekordbox too. I have a numark mixstream pro and am dumping it because of Tidals rip off £20pm for a sub. I'm gonna get my hands on a flx4 and use my iPad with Djay pro. Would love to win your flx4 and I would play San transciso punchanella. Ive owened controllers from all manufacturers mentioned, and used to love traktor. Always go back to pioneer and Djay is becoming so powerful.

First song would probably be Sunshine of Your Wub by Yookie because my son loves that song.

If I won the Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 the first song I would play is Art of Noise - Beat Box

First thing that comes in my mind that i would play with the FLX4 is Sihlouette by Goldroom 🔥 just always brings that nice beach party vibe 👌

The rev 1 I would play PUMP THAT BASE! That was a scratch battle song in the 80’s!

I would play my own tune "Never Leave" since it has a great opening sound scape! I'm getting back into DJing after selling all of my gear years ago and would love to win this bit of kit

I am not that much into trance these days, but I'd play Lustral - Everytime (Nalin And Kane Mix) back from 1999 as a tribute to my love for electronic music. That track got me so hard back then so I switched to listening and enjoying electronic genres exclusively. I used to make my own techno and dnb tracks but I've never had a chance to try DJing. Thanks for the vid!

The first song I would play on my FLX4 controller would be: "More Than You Know - Axwell /\ Ingrosso" But there are so many that I want to play with all my heart! It will be amazing when that day comes! 😍

I think theFirst song I would play on the DDJ FLX4 would be Fatboy Slim "Role Model", sounds really great.

Wise choices presented here, great video. The first song I'd play on this controller would be Freed From Desire by Gala

Love the video, super informative! In terms of first song, I think I would go with Chris Lake - In the Yuma

Cannot believe you didn't look at the Roland 202 absolute quality bit of kit looks like your marketing for Pioneer have had both the 202 wins hands down and has a Roland drum machine built in.

Early 90's jungle for me

First song at the moment would be „Vandalist“ by Noga Erez. Can’t go wrong with a nice Busta Rhymes sample.

My first Song to be played on the controller would be Chris Kirk - Eternity. A Great Start for a fine Psytrance Set

I'd probably play Busta Rhymes Put ya hands where my eye can see" on the *FLX4* *Numark* *Party* *mix* doesn't have a shift button so the controls are limited to what you get. There's no secondary functions available. At least not from the controller. *Pioneer* *DDJ-200* doesn't have a dedicated effects section or a track browser The *Hercules* *Inpulse* *300* is what I would recommend for under 200.00 dollar USD *Reloop* *Buddy* - is a over *300* controller. Only 2 band EQ The *FLX4* is probably going to be the most wanted on this list. Works with Rekordbox and Serato and is basically a newer fresher faced version of the classic and super popular DDJ-400

I’m old and just getting back into djing. Drum and bass has been in my blood for almost 30 years so first song would be LTJ Bukem - Atlantis

Love me - Bladerunner I really love this song because the jungle beat with vocal is very magical and the bassline is sooo good!

If I would win, I would play lots of tracks on it but I would start with Henry Krinkle - Stay, just to make people confortable to the rythm and then slowly I would raise the bpm and the energy of the venue

I would play "Different Side" by Michael Bibi. Winning this would be so epic! Such a great video! Thank you for the information. I just started learning to produce and mix music and I was currently looking at buying the DDJ-FLX6 or the DDJ-FLX4. Glad to hear the good feedback from you.

i will play million dollar bay on the DDJ FLX4 , that will be my 1st track, good jam!

I wish this video was around when I bought my first controller, the Traktor Kontrol S3! I did like it, but might have gone with a Pioneer unit given the insights from this review. That said, I now have an XDJ-XZ! Also: my intro song would be Manifest by Coco and Breezy. Thanks again for all the great info!

The DDJ-FLX4 controller would be great to have. The first song I would break it in with is Street Player (Remastered) version by a group called Chicago.

Lemonade mixed with butterfly effect!

1st song I would play “ hey DJ would you play that song” oldie but a goodie😎

Great advice guide. My first track would be the recently released track: Delirious by Leftwing: Kody & Raphi. Its high energy, got a throw back stab thrown in and soulful lyrics. 👍

First song I'd play on that FLX4 is what I'd play on any deck: Sunshine by Dance Nation in the Axmo remix! 🔥

One crucial thing you missed about the Numark mixtrack platinum FX is that it is 4 decks, not 2. That sold me back when I wanted a beginner controller. I'm now a Traktor Kontrol S4 user and while yes the software isn't updated much, I still think the feel of NI's controllers trumps all the others for me, personally.

Just starting to learn to be a dj, trying to set my mind on a controller, your vids are super helpful !! The songs I wanna play the most are "Vois sur ton chemin" and "Lullaby" from Bennett, dj who's really super talented. And of course if I can win a controller I'll post some vids to show you !!

Would have to go for Get Out James! - Kolter, such a banger!

Thanks for the great video! First track would have to be: Artificial Intelligence - Desperado XD

Awesome video. I'd play Go Back - John Summit, Subfocus, Julia Church

First song on the DDJ-FLX4 would be a mix of Summertime in the LBC.

the first song I would play on the pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 would be JULIETOTA - Latin Mafia, thank you for the video.

I'd be playing Access by DJ Tim & DJ Misjah first. That tune is indelibly linked to a summer of festivals and warehouse parties for me. Banger.

The ddj flx4 looks like a good allrounder. The song I'd play first is Enigma by Keeno.

Iam was using around 1 year the flx4 witch was actually very helpfull for me but if someone hase a bit talent and big motivated to being dj upgraded as soon as they can cuze even if this little beast is a good controller you will feel jus not enough very shortly!

First song would have to be the 12" version of Let's Go Crazy by Prince, always gets the party started, and because the intro has no beat, it can be faded in whatever the warm-up DJ's been playing :D

FLX4 is solid. Some pros travel with it to work in the hotel on tour. I see it as something I will always use

I would play probably Thomas Schumacher - tainted schall I love that song it's an all time classic ❤

My first song, that I actually played on the FLX4 was David Guetta & SIA - Titanium. Great stuff, guys!

"Nobody badder than weeeeeeeeeeee!" Thanks for the content Crossfader!!

Would love that FLX-4!! First song I'd play would definitely be Ferarri, and piece of your heart. Basic I know, but I would love to DJ at clubs and bars for college students since I'm one myself!

I’m gonna play Contrast by Alignment definitely, so inviting! Good luck to everyone, too!

My first song would be : John Summit - Go Back. Great video guys!🎛

Not a beginner, but always love new gear! First thing I would be is Foo Fighter's "Rope" (Deadmau5 Mix).

Feels like it needs a classic to kick things off: Donna Summer - I Feel Love

Thank you for another helpful video so i can finally decide what dj set i want to buy for the start. The first song i would play: Hotel room service - Pitbull.

The first song I would play would be Sientelo by Camo & Krooked. Absolutely insane 🔥

I'd play 'Figh the Power' by Public Enemy

My first song would be „The Rapture Pt. III“ by &ME and Black Coffee. Would absolutely love that

First song, definitely Summertime Blues - Chris Lake

A young DJ from South Africa and the first song I will play will probably be the biggest AMA piano song, which will be mnike by Tyler icu so please pick me a really really appreciated love from South Africa 🔥🤙

Hi people, the first song I would mix would be Mary on a cross [Ghost], with Veridis Quo [Daft Punk] :)

Love the honesty, always educational and helpful, my first track at the moment would be ELASTIC-Isabella Lovestory extended remix - ZDBT and then maybe some hard EDM/Techno

I would play the track that defined the moment I wanted to be a DJ , New Order - Blue Monday B-side The Beach

First song I'd play on the FLX4 would be She's Gone, Dance On by Disclosure. I love that song at the minute ❤

The pioneer FLX 4, works with every mixing software, same as club layout and fairly cheap. If u can find used DDJ 400s get those if you’re really on a budget. Just use whatever speaker and headphones u have, on whatever laptop/phone/tablet. Just mix, learn the basics and if u like mixing and passionate about it as a hobby, then upgrade.

So great to see how much love Hercules gets from you! 😄

My first song would probably be « Ye - Burna Boy » simple choice but I found it to be an amazing intro song for Afrobeats mixes (which is the genre I mix most of the time)

I still have my Denon MC2000 controller and it's hands down the best controller for the entry-level price range to this day.

Definitely the one that introduced me to EDM genre i.e. the only way is up by Martin Garrix

Hmm, first track huh, Better Off Alone probably, such a fun song

First track I would play is Simon Doty - Thinkin. Dope remix of a timeless classic!

I'd go for a song I made myself! Probably "Neon Path" and then mix it with "Drugs from Amsterdam" by Mau P, I think those two fit together well.

First song would definitely be a blend between Sean Paul's Get Busy Acap and Work by Rihanna instrumental version!

Can see myself playing Beachball, Nalin & Kane, Yeah, let's go to the beach!

I'm new to DJ and J-POP nerd, but first song that fascinated to DJ world was Avicii-Waiting for love! So that might be my first song to play!