How To DJ On The DDJ-400! Absolute Beginners Guide

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Time stamps
0:00 Intro
1:40 The basics of DJing
2:48 Basics of Rekordbox
4:40 Understand BPM
5:05 Understand Key of tracks
7:37 Grid in Rekordbox
10:00 Understand your DDJ 400
23:00 Using Headphones
23:55 Understand Effects
25:45 Your First Beat Match
In this week's video, I will give you a complete beginner guide to djing on the ddj-400 and Rekordbox.
I am aware that DDJ400 is one of the most popular beginner DJ controllers, so I wanted to put together a complete guide. A "how to DJ" manual for the absolute beginners.
If you are looking for your first ten minutes on DJ decks, or if you are just playing around on the DDJ 400 and would like to understand your dj decks better, then this is the perfect guide for you!!
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@DJPhilHarris 3 жыл бұрын

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@h3941 2 жыл бұрын

Dear Phil I’m so lost on what you meant with aligning the tracks !!!

@geraldfer 2 жыл бұрын

Still cant get my mic to be heard on the stream...help please

@sierraconner175 2 жыл бұрын

This tutorial was super helpful, thank you!! Definitely subscribing

@raheemjames447 2 жыл бұрын

How you doing, DJ Phil Harris.

@djgnocchi4743 Жыл бұрын

#downtownfvmilyy

@thomaspym8645 3 жыл бұрын

I have just got the DDJ-400 great video Phil. I am 54 and just starting to learn to dj as a hobby for something to do as I had a heart attack and stroke. I have subscribed to Beatsource Link also to get music. Keep up the good work top tutor and top man

@punkbabyaser 2 жыл бұрын

this is so cool ❤️

@Onlymskeisha 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck

@MichaelKline 2 жыл бұрын

DJ'ing is so fun! I started as a hobby as well and learned so much from this video! I use Beatport Link. I love the charts and curated playlists there. always learning, getting better.

@terrywatson4133 2 жыл бұрын

I just decided to get into the DJ scene myself. I'm almost 51 and want to set up something that I can work towards when I can't do back-breaking labor anymore. How are you coming along after nine months of learning? I'm not sure how long to expect it to take to learn enough to start djing for family and friends.

@mophemewapitori3747 2 жыл бұрын

@thomas pym, I am also 50 from South Africa doing the same as you as a hobby. Let's treasure life mate

@JcDenton86 3 жыл бұрын

I'm a beginner DJ with a brand new DDJ-400 and still learning the curves, and to tell you the truth your tutorial is the best so far by far. I feel like that I've learned like 10x times more over the course of 36mins than in 10 different videos added together. Really appreciate your work!

@JcDenton86 Жыл бұрын

@DjPhilHarris. Really?

@charlietreefrog8020 2 жыл бұрын

Your style of teaching is so good - the perfect amount of information and easy for absolute noobs like me to follow along without it being condescending or too much detail :) love your work thank you so much keep it up!

@Jlind28 2 жыл бұрын

This video was perfect for me. I’m a beginner but have somewhat of an understanding of everything on the board. The rabbit holes you went down to explain everything in more detail was so helpful for understanding how and when to use certain features. Feel like I just made a huge leap from where I was at just from watching this video!

@klintthornburg3396 2 жыл бұрын

So excited to be able to find you so quickly. I sure appreciate the free DJ trainning. It not only helps an intermediate DJ like myself little tricks that are often very useful.

@sdot3358 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so informative and easy to understand compared to alot of other videos on youtube. Thank you sir! 👏🏾

@mistym00n. 2 жыл бұрын

This video helped me so much! Everything I need to start in one place! Thanks for putting this together.

@BlackMatter_BR 3 жыл бұрын

I watched several videos in my language (Brazilian Portuguese) until find your channel and really understand in a simple and objective way how to create the first effects with my DDJ-400. Very good teaching, thanks and success, your effort is noble.

@hollyannefinucane8880 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, you make everything super clear and easy to understand, thank youuu! I learnt loads from this video :)

@ryanfowler4706 2 жыл бұрын

GREAT vid Phil! still trying to move it from total beginner to simple novice and this video is exactly what I needed. Cheers mate!

@melmac4129 2 жыл бұрын

This is such a helpful video, packed with all the right info I was confused on, and explained clearly, but not dumbed down to a demeaning sort of way. Definitely saving this vid and subscribing. Thank you for all of this and keep up the great work! :)

@esteepoichot2796 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video, I’ve had the DDJ 400 as my first deck for a few months now and you explained everything so well! Some of the things I had been struggling to understand were made crystal clear. So thank you so much for your hard work, I’ll become a regular on your channel.

@Jamminn555 3 жыл бұрын

Man, such a great teaching style, Phil. Easy to follow and entertaining. Thanks so much for all of your videos!!

@shaaaggy100 3 жыл бұрын

If been djing for 30plus years Phil.....but I still found myself watching this ALL the way through......obviously I didn't learn anything but your learning technique for noobs is fantastic. Well done mate.......not sure we have the same view on memory ques though. 👍✌🙌🙌🙌🙌

@sakky29 2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, complete beginner and this makes a lot of sense, waiting for my DDJ 400 to arrive and will give this a go!

@laynee7630 2 жыл бұрын

This has to be the best beginners tutorial on KZfaq. I've learned so much. Thanks

@jakecan68 3 жыл бұрын

bro, you're an amazing instructor! thank you.. all the best from Istanbul.

@smokensqueal1 2 жыл бұрын

This is great!! I just jumped on to doing this for fun/hobby. Got the controller and played with it a little then watched this video and with in a short time I feel a lot more comfortable. I am very excited to start to put things together. Thanks!

@aridorfman2822 2 жыл бұрын

Loved the video. So helpful. All the little in-depth side topics you went off on really helped to put a better understanding to the main topic you were talking about. So don't feel sorry for them! Thanks so much.

@davidburner6233 3 жыл бұрын

Loving this guide..... So many take it for granted that everyone has a knowledge....I know a bit..... but this is perfect for an absolute beginner.... well done !!!!!!!!!

@DJDoolie 2 жыл бұрын

After a 2 year Covid break I finally have my first gig again in a couple of weeks on my new DDJ-400 and I'm a bit rusty and turned more into an Ableton studio DJ than a real-live one but your tutorial was a good fresh start to discover what I can do with the 400. You're a great tutor! Thanks a million :)

@luisa6620 Жыл бұрын

Hey big props for you. I´ve watched a lot of videos here but I´ve liked yours the most cause you have such a chilled and calm way of talking. Really learned a lot cause youre explaining everything on point. Makes it easy to understand. So Thanks for that!

@bsuli76 2 жыл бұрын

"There's four beats to a bar - this is ALWAYS the case" This made my day :) That said, this video is one of the bests out there to explain DJ'ing - well done!

@clemensbokkerink Жыл бұрын

Got the FLX4 last week and couldn’t find a good free tutorial, this one really helped me. Thank you for making this video really helped me out and i like the way of teaching. The mumbling to explain the equalizer had me laughing. The video is still really useful after a year also for beginner with the new DDJ FLX4!

@AnthonyAragon Жыл бұрын

Phenomenal!! This is exactly what I needed to know to feel comfortable that I can learn how to DJ!!I'm sure I could have stumbled my way through it and now I can fast track my learnings!! Thank you so much, will be making my purchase of the DDJ-400 shortly!! Thank you!!

@p0wertiger 3 жыл бұрын

I got a DDJ-SB3 a year ago and I've spent most of my time listening to music and learning it :D I guess that's the part which takes most of your time - know your music and prepare it beforehand

@BennyVibes Жыл бұрын

Just got myself a DDJ400 to DJ at weddings after I finish singing and this is by far the best and most helpful video I've found so far. You got a new sub, thanks man.

@djsingh6874 2 жыл бұрын

definitely a good intro to mixing! much appreciate for putting this tutorial together!

@zzestty 5 ай бұрын

Hands down the best beginner tutorial out there. Really appreciate the simplicity and theory behind mixing. Also the rabbit hole discussions were awesome. Instant sub.

@cindy-wz9cf 3 жыл бұрын

ahh thank you so much for this video it really helped me a lot. Ive had my ddi 400 for about 4 weeks now, I have been mixing a bit but also didn't really know what I was doing. You gave me loads of insight. I appreciate it

@zachjones7031 Жыл бұрын

Just ordered a DDJ-400. Watching this video on repeat while I wait for it to arrive. Awesome video.

@psychozirkus 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice class... I just bought the DDJ400S and your videos is helping a lot how to play...!!! Thank you very much!

@jwold11 2 жыл бұрын

I was a early 2000s vinyl dj and left the craft behind because digital started taking over and it was very overwhelming thinking of having to put in the amount of time learning all over again. Your videos really make it easier and way less overwhelming!

@jakobalbrecht7 Жыл бұрын

Damn that’s a shame. Many great vinyl DJs are still around and rocking the clubs…

@mikewagner7041 3 жыл бұрын

This would probably be my first set of decks. Have a friend who's willing to teach me the ways of the force. Glad I found this video, this is what I needed more in depth stuff when learning. Lots of other channels just ramble through it. You're great at what you do, DJ and teaching. I'm doing my best to follow along.

@smokecloud73 Жыл бұрын

Do you get the leads from laptop to decks with the decks. Or do u have to buy them

@steveharrison9780 Жыл бұрын

@@smokecloud73 they come with them

@n8mogan Ай бұрын

Sir, this video helped me seal my decision on buying a DDJ-400. Thank you for an enlightening lesson on basics. I’m super excited to experiment. Much appreciated Phil! ❤

@DanjunaDJ 3 жыл бұрын

Mate this is amazing and perfect for me. I am exactly the perfect person this is meant for and this was very well done. I will be watching it again and checking out your others. Thank you

@ryanbarker3729 6 ай бұрын

Brilliant tutorial. Watched a few and this is by far the best one. Can’t wait to get started now

@emilykoepke4797 3 жыл бұрын

wow wow wow! this video helped me sooo much!!! exactly what I needed rn!! it was super fun and easy to understand! thank you so much!!

@nazarnykoliak4987 8 күн бұрын

I was able to play my first set for my friend birthday party just in a first week after I bought my controller, all because of your tutorial, thank you so much for your work and explanation !!!!

@meshachrozario3925 2 жыл бұрын

This have never watched an entire KZfaq video without fast forwarding... but this video made me watch the entire thing.. and I totally understand this whole video. I'm going to get me a DDJ 400 and try this out, i want to be a DJ.. Thank you so much.

@millersadventure 2 жыл бұрын

Man this is an excellent video. so well put together even the muffling of your voice, haha. I was a dj for 10 years and had 1210's cdj 500's and 1000's all antiques now. I'm just getting back into things and this has been a fantastic refresher and clarified for me that i need to start with the ddj400 because its the nice inbetween the pro stuff and the old equipment i had. fantastic video i got so much out of it , lots of clarity on the new features that i can create cue's and looking forward to getting back to the clubs.

@jasonstefanowicz4283 3 жыл бұрын

Good informative video Phil. I have had the DDJ-400 for just over a year now, it's a really good beginner controller.

@glen.s9860 6 ай бұрын

Phill , I have watch a lot of tutorial video on here and I have got to give it to you. YOU ARE THE BEST OF THEM ALL

@hiphophippi2646 2 жыл бұрын

Ive watched this video at least 8 or 9 times.... and still learn something new each time... Thank you.

@leroywright6464 2 жыл бұрын

So glad I have found this tutorial it`s been a massive help. kudos to you fella.

@jas_a98 Жыл бұрын

This was absolutely fantastic. You're such a good teacher. 11/10

@hasanbaaqeil42 2 жыл бұрын

well done .. clear and cristal flow and instructions..thanks Phil you are awesome.. you teach me much more than a paid introductory course

@traumaticzz_gaming 10 ай бұрын

I like it im looking forward to getting my equipment thanks for the help I'll be sure to check out the rest 👍

@illegalLettuce Жыл бұрын

Total beginner here and I just bought the ddj flx4! The blending part at the end of your video was exactly what I needed to learn. Thank you!!!

@stuey1987ify Жыл бұрын

I've just bought the FLX4 too, can't wait to get onto that because it has more stuff for me to play with than the Party mix I started on

@namiraofthehunt2606 2 жыл бұрын

I just picked up my own DDJ400 and this video was wicked helpful!!

@ashkanrmp7442 2 жыл бұрын

Got my dj400 set , couple month ago andohil have been the only youtuber i kept following because he knows how to keep it sinple and nice!i i even bought hos dj course and I had no regret!! I learnt alot from this guy

@BennyLars 2 жыл бұрын

Oh mate the way you explain this is incredible. Thank you so much

@davefromcave8202 4 күн бұрын

Thanks man, I am looking at getting the DDJ 400 and will definitely sign up for your course. I just went from knowing absolutely nothing to knowing a little bit in this one video

@camerontarran1643 Жыл бұрын

hey mate, just wanted to drop a quick thank-you! Really appreciate your clear and concise teaching. Really helped, you've gained a sub !

@sriharsha5036 3 жыл бұрын

I got my DDJ-400 end of last year after watching your tutorials! Much love Phil!

@alexis.1833 2 жыл бұрын

OMG... Thanks you so much!! This is soooo well explain, you deserve so much more!! Keep up man!

@djarons 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Phil as always ! Already got myself a DDJ-400 and practicing !

@jemmadobbs7494 2 жыл бұрын

Such a good guide!! Really helped me out. Cheers Phil!

@giridhardj8183 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot for this video... My controller is coming in a week. This will surely help me a lot ❤️

@saumgames874 5 ай бұрын

thank you very much for this info it's amazing, just got my DDJ 400 :-)

@CameronDowd 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’ve watched a few of your videos and find them very easy to follow and understand.

@jibbyjabby7499 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic. Had mine a few weeks and didn't understand what some of the buttons did. Very clear thanks. 👍

@twinmagic5544 2 жыл бұрын

U tha man Phil, this vid is of great help & I can’t wait to apply ur advice & tips

@mihayek 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot! you're so clear explaining everything!

@pablogarcia2019 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, the headphone and cueing part was so helpful. You rock sir

@sabotefred7764 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you master I have learned something from your previous episode and DJ is one of my hobbies the is that I love mixing songs alot

@candeezymarie9827 2 жыл бұрын

I started watching tutorials on this DDJ because I want to start making mixes. Not going to lie this made me realize I can do this! Thank you!

@riyaadosman1086 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Phil. Your teaching skill is just great. I have a 400 but I have been mixing the second track far to early. The 16 bar allowance in the intro and outro of each track is a huge help to get the mixing right. Great tutorial ! Thanks man.

@indaco7014 3 жыл бұрын

great video man, thank u so much! u did such an amazing job

@kk671kk 2 жыл бұрын

Your tutorial helped me out a lot, thank you Phil!

@emmashaye 3 ай бұрын

this is the BEST video i have seen on this! thank you so much!

@gwt15 Жыл бұрын

Hey Phil it was a fun learning experience with you, i recently treated myself with DDJ-400, I simply enjoyed your beginners session, looking forward to chk out more, highly appreciated your help & support man....Bless Bliss...😇🙏😇

@Vengapat 2 жыл бұрын

this video was so helpful i cannot thank you enough

@bazb3892 2 жыл бұрын

Spot on Video - clear concise communicated perfectly !!! I don't usually subscribe but I am going to and look through the rest of vids.

@falcon81701 2 жыл бұрын

Its amazing how capable this little controller is. Years ago I had a Zone 92 with CDJ1000’s and this little thing gives you so much more for creativity. Still miss the Analogue Filters on the Zone 92 😿

@crosshair21. Жыл бұрын

I have been looking for a video like this for a while - Great explanation of what is happening and where to start

@marcmaillet7449 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a DDJ-400, Phil. Your intro was extremely useful to me. Thank you very much !

@matthiasbalkarran1431 Жыл бұрын

Where do you buy one

@OmarMonroe-vx8lu 9 ай бұрын

thank you Phil, i'm still learning to use the controllers, I have the RANE4 and many moons ago, we just use to mix with turntables, I'm basically a beginner again

@dogwalk3 Жыл бұрын

picked up a couple hints and i wouldn't have figured out on my own. thanks for this!

@ste7193 3 жыл бұрын

When you mixed that in I fist bumped the sky!! Thanks. Great show.

@ewanenkumberamsey1711 Жыл бұрын

I follow your beginner DJ lesson, and i really enjoy it, thank u so much

@ryanperrault8174 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for making this...I make music but have been thinking of starting to DJ as well..I think it will help my production. Awesome video.

@consumervouchers Жыл бұрын

What an awesome group of guys.......I've been dj'ing off and on for more than 35 years. I feel comfortable saying my age here.....lol 61 and counting .......fortunately.....more about that later. I still have most of my equipment from all the years of technology changes with hardware and software. Still got a pair of Pioneer 1200 turntables and stacks of records in the basement. When cd's hit around 1986 or so I bought a unit to plug in to my setup just for the slow jams and jazz sets as you could not beat match because there was no speed control and no pro dj cd players until years later. My first mixable dj players were Pioneer CDJ 100's. A few years later I returned the turntables and went full time cd's as I started to not on purchase more cd's but started burning my own compilation cd's......that was an awesome time in a boys life LOL. Sold the cdj 100's when I purchase Pioneer DMP 555's around 2002. Pioneer priced them at $1300 each....heck no I didn't pay that. I was on a Pioneer forum way back then and there was a conversation about them being liquidated by a local music store chain here in the Atlanta area Guitar Center for the tune of $300 each. I contacted the 3 stores and bought what they had. So I had 10 before the word got out. I sat on them a few months and then started putting them on Ebay and kept a pair for myself which I still have today in pristine condition like most of my equipment.....now that controllers have been the rage a few years now and I have back issues from hauling crates of records over the years.....I'm just starting to get a little itch in my scratch to do some mixing.....after a major vehicel accident and then a blood clot a month or so afterwards, I'm lucky to be alive........I ran across this channel and am glad I did because a lot of you guys are mature like me 🙂. I didn't mean to get long winded but.....am wising all you guys new to dj'ing and the vets much success. Music gives me life. #carryon

@neonpop80 2 жыл бұрын

Hello friend, thank you so much for this tutorial. It was excellent, to the point and clear. Amazing amazing much thanks!

@kriscendo19 3 жыл бұрын

Loved it. Thanks Phil!! Your the best

@alexr3679 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, can't wait to go home and practice!

@radiateyoga 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this wonderful instructional. Loved it so much!

@sreevinvinod500 7 ай бұрын

Hi Phil, your teaching is simple and the best 🎉❤ Thank you 🙏

@lTSAPANDA Жыл бұрын

got me the ddj400 a month ago. This video helped me so much!! Gretts from Germany!

@matthewjernigan8041 3 ай бұрын

Super helpful - great coaching style!

@joey.b5478 3 жыл бұрын

Best dj channel on KZfaq i swear🤘🏻🤘🏻

@marklewisham3088 2 жыл бұрын

Been looking at getting started with the ddj400. Been looking at different videos, now found this and subcibed so hopefully just get to learn from theses videos, otherwise Very confusing.. Thanks for the information...

@carljoggerst9443 2 жыл бұрын

Best overview tutorial of the ddj-400. Thanks!

@Gandhi9000 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic video & such simplified teaching…. I just subscribed to your channel @DJ Phil ❤

@terrydennis22 2 жыл бұрын

I know you posted this last year but this was great. Thanks Phil!

@b.hornetiii.6771 2 жыл бұрын

I make my own music for years and I was looking something "fast, simple and to the point" controller with max. "creative" options "on the fly" to spice up my songs a little ... This DDJ- 400 looks like you can't go wrong and the software also looks intuitive without too much "everything" flashing around you, so you can work fast without losing yourself between mixing and searhing like crazy this and that function - focusing max. on the creative aspect. Great video! Subscribed.