This was my very first controller I purchased back in 2016 and I still have it to this day

just bought this. i sold my traktor s4...it just wasn't for me. but DAMN! this just changed the game for me. i feel so much more comfortable with this controller + serato. smooth faders, knobs, the pads are great. the jog wheels feel very similar to CDJs. nice, sturdy build. i'm so glad i bough this ya'll,

Thank you DJ booth This is for sure one of the best how to video thank you for taking the time out or showing us what everything does. DJ trucker from Southern California 🚛 🚛

This is such a fuckin’ gem. I’m currently going through DJ history so as to further the knowledge I do not have whatsoever. Figured I’d do the best I can to understand the beginnings of this game so as to kind of discern where fundamentals are... I got this Controller here and after watching this it looks more like an instrument now, rather than lookin’ like under the hood of a car. All whom are responsible for this video just know its much appreciated, thank you so much and I look forward to coming back around to your content.

If you mention that the platters are touch sensitive, you can advice that vinyl mode never has to be off if you touch the edge of the platter to slow seek.

I just got my DDJ-SR and I'm learning how to get it all going. Thanks for the video!

damn! your review made me fall in love with this! i cant wait to buy it. i have a ddjsb and its a little to basic for me now. i need to upgrade! thanks! keep up the good work.

Thanks for this review, i've just bought a Pioneer DDJ DDJ-SR and your video have made me happy about my purchase, i think it's a really nice piece of controller!! I'm a dubstep producer, i hope this consolle will fit with my music. Bye man!

The DDJ S1 was pioneers first flagship controller with serato. It used serato itch

Thanks Bro. That was one of the best thorough and concise controller reviews I've seen yet.Thanks for you input, and keep up the good work... DJCHILL Chi-Town

Just got one of these & loving it....

Great review! Clear voice and relaxed explanation...and it seems to be honest! Thanks for this one!

Been having my eyes on this particular dj controller and feel it would be a great purchase, thanks for the review. you've really helped me a lot!

Thanks for this awesome and very detailed & professional review I was between the ddj SB and the DDJ SR and thanks to your reviews on both pioneer controller models I was able to decide on the DDJ SR for two reasons separate cue and play buttons and that this comes with the full serato not ich so an upgrade is not needed.

Detailed review! Great walk through on the DDJ SR. Nice work Kareem!

I bought one of these ddj sr but took it back and exchanged it for an ns6...You can access everything much more easily on the ns6...Plus the ns6 has fader starts if you want to quickly echo out into the next track...Reasons I took the ddj sr back was because you will have to use the "shift" button way to damn much...no fader starts...and the channel faders have to much resistance...i like them to go straight up and down in an instant...thats just my opinion...but if you want to go all crazy with digital effects...go with the ddj sr..

thanks for this review ended up getting this controller as it was in my price range and came with the full serato dj software (just moved from keyboard mixing on vdj). As a scratch beginner my problem with the unit is i'm distracted cos my eyes have to be on my laptop so its hard to get my mixer hand right but apart from that great review. THANK YOU

getting the DDJ SR can't wait costing me 300 think that's a gud deal....back soon to comment when got em....CANT WAIT....

DDJ-S1 and DDJ-T1 was the first controller from Pioneer!!!

nice review! I prefer more demo, but still very well explained and touched every button and in/output. thanks!!!

Oh yeah, i forgot to mention that i really, really wanted to keep the ddj-sr because the mpc pads or whatever they are called are great!!!! The response for hot cues, samples and all the effects work better than any equipment ive ever owned...but it wasn't enough...

I look into this controller you did a real nice intro on this pioneer ddj-sr kareem

Good review!!! I'm looking ta buy one so I'm going through loads of reviews so you've helped a lot, nice one!!!

thanks man! i was having a hard time picking between sx2 and sr

great explanation on the different features etc.

Just bought this as my first controller..thanks for the info..

just picked 1 up plug n play with algoriddim djay pro Great controller

the DDJSX2 is the one! this one is for like beginner learning basic dee jaying etc.. but it's pioneer so it's probably good gear..

I got a question for you, Kareem... I would like to know if with DDJ-SR you can load using the double press a song which is played on deck 2 to deck 1 for someone comfortable to scratch with a left or right deck ... IDK if you see what I mean

Good video, thank you for this review!!

thanks bro nice one buzzing they nearly here jus sorting out v dj now n serato too compare the two....cheers...

thanks for the video man you helped a lot!

This is the one that I NEED!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ive been djing for about a year now, but only from virtural dj and a mouse. Is this a good controller to get into djing for clubs?

Nice vid man! Definitely going to buy this one!

Can you Please make a full review on the pioneer dd.-sx2. Im going to buy it and i really want a very detailed review. Thats would be awesome.

just bought this i cant wait to use it

Thanks! I think I'm going to get the SR. It's the cheapest and it seems the best option for me.

The first major DJ controller that I started DJing with a laptop

Hey man, you have AWESOME reviews. I love the in-depth detail. Much appreciation especially since I live in China. Anyways, I've seen all the reviews but I want a personal opinion. I am looking at grabbing either this DDJ SR, the Denon MC4000, or the Gemini G2V. I only need 2 channel, serato compatible, levels, rugged construction, hi/lo filter knob, 3EQ knobs, loops, etc.... What are your thoughts? The pioneer is pretty, but that small pitch slider is limiting... the Gemini is ugly, but seems to have all the features, but Gemini isn't my first choice when I DJ. It seems like the Denon is about perfect, especially the price tag. I use a controller here at a club that doesn't have gear.... I have 2 residencies, one provides 4 CDJ2000 nexus/DJM 800 setup.. the other one, nothing. Kinda crappy so I want a good controller since I am using a really bad Chinese made one at the club that doesn't have decks. Thanks for your input! Also, I like the SR because of it's cross-compatibility with my CDJ's.. It's almost like playing on CDJ's. I like the big platters.. In addition are any of the 3 used as standalone? Or do they all need computer? -Caleb

I'm totaly goin to buy is it looks awesome

I really like your vids dude They are very informative I wanna get me a DJ DDJ SR for Christmas It's only 500$ on amazon

Thanks dude learnt a lot from you :)

I have the DDJ SR

helpful video. I' ve just bought one today:)

Got it, but I'm not getting any sound through my headphones. The settings menu in the SERATO DJ main screen won't let me change the cue mix, setting. What am I doing wrong???

Can you please do a comparison video on several mid-range controllers available? Like Pionner DDJ SR vs Numark NV vs Traktor Kontrol S4 etc? Thanks in advance...

Just some questions from a rookie DJ that just got a SR and has no idea how to use it: What is Ch 1/2 and Master levels?What is the difference between the Hot cue and the Cue? What does the parameter do? Lastly, how would you recommend a beginner like me learn how to use this Controller and learn how to mix in general? Any good websites,youtube channels, books, etc?

hi kareem. i am looking at purchasing pionner ddj sr or ddj sx. i noticed that the sr has some more pad effects than the sx does. which one would be the better buy.

very good review especially because I'm debating between Pioneer DDJ SR or Gemini CDMP 7000. Any inputs?

Excelent explanation and review. Thanks

How Do You Cue Up Saved Manual Loops In The Song? Please Let Me Know....Great Video Man...

How the ddj sr to the amp and then the ddjsr to the laptop for audio using xlr? because that how i have mine thanks a lot for this video and the information

Very good review of the controller, I have had this controller for quite some time now and i am still confused to exactly how the tap/hold button works on within the pad-plus sequential button(s)... anyone explain on how to use this function exactly?

Very impressive review bro ! I just got this beautiful machine 😍 2021 but is cool 😎

WOW good review material right there. Thanks

Thanks for the review. Question: It has a 2 channel mixer, but you can control 4 decks.... can the 4 decks play audio simultaneously?

Good review Kareen Julien !!!! I just copped this after watching your video. I am an old school DJ who ONLY spun wax and never dug CD's because of how easy they skipped, I had a CDJ but never really used it. My question is does this have a record feature and I will be able to hook up my tech 1200s too right?

Great video guys

Great review. I'm picking one up . Gotta love amazon prime

for some reason I can't seem to use the board. If I drag the song in and everything is on and selected the song won't load onto the board and none of the effects or anything, I can't use or mix manually, I already tried updating on Serato but it didn't work, PLEASE HELP

I love it and I brought I can’t until it comes in the mail and I brought serato dj pro on my windows laptop and I brought a Mac book air laptop you used it on your Mac book

I have this control and I just got a microphone I plugged in the microphone to the controller but the controller has volume and also the box of the microphone the receiver it also has a volume so how do I control the volume for both

Hello Kareem. Thanks for the review. Regarding external devices, Can I mix songs from an external Source (e.g. CDJ). If not, in which situation is it worth really having an external device?

Thank you very much for all your videos. Liked, subscribed, shared...

THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!!!!

Nice review, shame it does not have independend psu input.I have one question.How does controller show loop or effect shorter than 1 beat?, does it have a dot or some marking lit up when going shorter than 1 beat?

Thank u for this useful review!

i just got this mixer.. CountryRapTune Dj's Comin Soon!!! dope video also!

hey I was curious that I have a hard time mixing different genres and beat matching without the sync button with the Traktor S2 and I wanted to know if the Pioneer DDj-Sr would have more versatile abilities compared to the traktor S2 in mixing

Im a beginner . I was wondering which one you recommend DDJ SB or DDJ SR?? And what kind of set up I need? I just want to play music like in small parties or my room lol . Great review of both controllers! Id appreciate your help!

Are there any decent home party dj speakers under £100 as a pair? Or under $170

good job, very helpful....thanks !!

please djBooth...i need your help with the installing the serato pionner ddj sr to a windows 8.Maybe you have a tutorial how to install pionner ddj sr for windows 8???????Thanks

Hi there- I’ve been going into utilities mode to change the jog wheel colors. You press the top three fx buttons on the right to change colors. The first two work fine but fx3 does not work as it should. It should change colors according to my beat points but instead it just stays a pale blue…do you have any idea why?

Hey Kareem, i got tio say your videos are very helpful. I'm looking to go more manual so that i can have more fun playing the music i love. This is a great help and if possible if you haven't done it already give a review of Pioneer's DDj RX? I'm still making a decision between the Pioneer DDJ SR, Traktor S4 and Numark NV. I looking for standalone abilities but open to other options. Any help is appreciated and God Kareem.

I have a problem.when I cross over to each song the track is always higher than the other.how can I correct that? Help ya’ll

how do you connect these to amps if there isn't a master output in the back? is there a cable for these types of mixers?

While using this mini controller I had deck 1# playing system would freeze when trying to load or play song on deck #2. Any input?

Really informative! thanks so much :D

I have a question can you plug wireless microphones on this controller? And how do you connect it to the amp and into the laptop? Thanks

Can you connect two Pioneer CDJ 350 in back of the Pioneer ddj SR or is their only one connections in the back over all it's really nice & really good lay for a controller

im a starter to being a dj, do u tink the ddj sr is a gr8 choice

Hey DJbooth DJ's! I have a very specific question for you to solve for a situation I'm in at the moment. I have a pair of powered Bose speakers which I would like to have on my table, pointing towards me. These can be plugged in via RCA on the DDJ-SR (into Master 2), and would not be an issue. However, I would also like to plug in an amplifier (which supplies power to other unpowered speakers) into another Master output, so that the same output is coming through both the amplifier speakers, and the Bose speakers. I have 2 questions: 1. Does the DDJ-SR simultaneously output music out of both Master 1 and Master 2 outputs? So that I can have music coming through both my pair of powered speakers, and music coming through an amplifier with unpowered speakers? 2. My amplifier only supports RCA inputs. Master 1, however, only seems to have a balanced TRS output. Are there any balanced TRS to RCA cables available? Thank you for your help, and I hope this makes sense! Awesome video :)

Thanks dj Booth.

Is there any way to change the resistance of the the jog wheel? I have the Vestax VCI-300 and I found it easier to scratch when i increase the resistance of the jog wheel

Hi, I just bought one of these. Having problems... I have TRS Cables plugged into the master output of the deck going straight into the back of my KRK rockit 5 monitors. Sound only comes out when i play out of itunes and youtube. When I play tracks in serato no sound comes out. I am running Mavericks, and i have my in and outs as Pioneer etc.. Help would be appreciated thanks.

Thanks for the vid! Which would you recommend over Numark NS6 vs Pioneer DDj-SR?

i don't like the placement of master volume, you can mistakenly use this as the browser nob. And the browser nob should have led around it coz its hard to see in dark place.

are you using PC or MAC? I just picked up a MBP Retina w/ Mavericks 10.9 and wanted to see what was a compatible dj controller.

hey how is the quality of the mic input and how reliable is it? I've had trouble in the past with Numark and Denon "all in one" units where the mic input distorts or echos, and I do a lo of MC work when I DJ parties. Right now I use a Numark NS7 and have to use a separate mixer to run my mics. Any info would help.

Great video very detailed.

Hey Karim, Can i connect a violin 1/4" inch plug to this controller and play and mix a song along with the violin sound? Thanks bro, Great review I love my controller

Hey Kareem, people are worried that this controller won't play loudly since it is USB powered. Can you comment on this?

Yo how can I use it as a 4 channel mixer like on Serato DJ I press the deck mode to 4 but the sound doesn't come out what do I do?

I just got one but I'm having trouble with the effects buttons they are not working correctly I'm using vdj

It’s been 5 years and still don’t know what “TAP HOLD” button does

awesome! is there a way to dry/wet the effects of the trans, slicer in pad plus mode? I guess that's in the software? #seratodj

your sideburns are lit

Hello could you help me with a problema I'm having, so I connect my mp3 on the aux in on the back but the sound won't come out, what could I be doing wrong?