11 Ways To Connect DJ Controller to Speakers

[@jeffandthejarretts]

10 year Full time Solo acoustic musician that’s starting to DJ on the side and this video taught me a lot I didn’t know. Thanks!

[@luisrobles1666]

This video was very well put together! Learned so much! Great info, straight to the point, easy to understand, thank you!!!!

[@DJMaSoySauce]

Thank you very much for the very detailed and thorough explanation. This video was extremely helpful!

[@steveng8775]

WOW Thanks for the amazing get to the point video Fixing 2 problems I had .I’m now using my controller n speakers as my hi fi 👍🏿👍🏿👌

[@MsDiamoness]

This is Excellent!!! Thank you

[@brycekeuris]

You sound a lot like Chris Bumstead hahaha

[@Cherwins-]

Real

[@theneil101]

Connecting Bodybuilding to djing is skilful.

[@adamstokes8029]

insane production quality nice video

[@memotrillo]

Nice, clear as water and thanks 👍🏻

[@TurquoiseFilms]

this is so helpful! thank you! I have a dj controller with only RCA out. do I just need RCA to XLR to go into a active speaker? I don't need an audio mixer?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Get a mixer, balance to balance connection is much better (1) and (2) it will sound better and louder than if you went to use converters. Behringers are affordable and they double as mixers for live streaming.

[@TheKiurby]

Quick questions I have a dj controller Numark that has an rca output. I want to use two speakers one having rca :in and out" and the other only allow aux 3.5 "in and out". How would I go about having the controller set to both? Great video!

[@LaplacianFourier]

Bro be exposing fake ass RCAs outchea! Thanks bro! 💪

[@Baztation]

May I ask which one would sound better between cable RCA to TS or RCA to XLR? cause my ddj flex 4 only have rca out but i want to best quality out of KRK monitor...Thank youu

[@HoIicxX]

What did you find? I'm buying the Thump Go 8 from Mackie but it only has XLR inputs and i have the flx4

[@DJWouk]

Use an interface

[@jasonvictor1798]

This is super helpful but what are your thoughts on RCA to HDMI? I have a DDJ-400 and want to connect it to my vizio 5.1 soundbar which uses HDMI

[@dynamicchange473]

Hi, thanks for this very helpful. I do have a question please. My speakers has just the RCA output at the back and I really want my connection to be balance. I have intension of purchasing the Markie PROFX6v3 Mixer but was wondering how to connect it to my RCA speakers as there are no XLR output at the back of my speakers. The intended purpose is to have the speakers at least 10 metres from my controller. Your prompt response will be highly appreciated. Thanks.

[@groovault]

man this video is amazing!

[@Nightghost197]

Very informative and useful video! Thanks!

[@Wasaasa1]

an active speaker has two inputs at the back, do I have to use both inputs or just a single output?

[@spyrosballas1735]

Great video! Can I put unbalanced signal to Line1 and 2 from a DDJ FLX4 (Rca to xlr) and take balanced signal from XLR main outs with the ProFX6v3?

[@SKILSPLIT]

My controller(Ddj400) only has RCA OUTPUT what should be the best way to connect RCA to xlr port to the amplifier

[@user-yt6ix1kc4v]

You can get a cable that is rca to xlr. Just look up rca to xlr cable

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

@@user-yt6ix1kc4vAs the video stated it's not the best connection, you are down -10 DB. What he should do is RCA to DI Box to Speakers. But as he said, at that point the cost of getting one of those, you would be better off getting a Mixer with USB. Behringer Xenyx 802 USB gives you 8 channels, USB input for live streaming. DI Box doesn't offer any of that but as he also said, may eventually benefit you if you say in this business long enough. I'd still get the mixer first, these controllers especially those using USB 2.0 are working with 2.5 volts of power. FLX4 is using USB 3 which is 5 volts, a hotter signal but still RCA; I'd still use an external mixer.

[@BDKProd]

If my mixer already have XLR should I buy DI Box ? Or is it only for RCA cables to invert them into balanced so the feets can be longer ?

[@kettnercreative]

Only to balance RCA. If you have XLR, you're good.

[@lorenzodeluca102]

question, if I want to connect two speakers via rca/xlr from my controller that does not have xlr.. how would I connect two speakers?

[@Miguelc271086]

I know serato can split stems and assign to buttons and all… can we assign each instrument section to different outputs? Even if we use an audio interface to have 8 or 10 outputs? This would enable us to assign instruments to different speakers. Creating 3D audio. For live events

[@tristansprague7109]

I have a set of passive mackie 410 subwoofers I’m trying to use with my set of passive Behringer speakers. What kind of audio mixer do I need? Also how would I direct low end to the sub and mids/ highs to the speakers? Is that what a crossover is for? I feel very lost lol please help I should also note that I’m using cdj1000s

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

You need an amplifier or a powered mixer. Powered Mixers are heavy, heavy, heavy because they do all the mixing plus provide power for speakers. I'd sell the passives and get powered speakers if you are a mobile DJ. Otherwise, Powered Mixers usually have crossovers in them.

[@BDKProd]

I can play at home just from my DJ mixer without any audio mixer extra to it right?

[@kettnercreative]

You can yes.

[@teodornae6644]

The video is amazing ! Is that the Numark platinum FX ?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Yes the standard FX is RCA out only.

[@JoanRuiz510]

What’s the best way to connect if you just have 1x speaker?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

What type of single speaker? You mean one of those Bluetooth Partybox style speakers or a small Bluetooth speaker?

[@KatazuiOfficial]

Given that if I DJ in mono and using two speakers, would it be alright to plug one of the XLR's to a PA mixer and still achieve the same amount of sound when using two XLR's?

[@user-yt6ix1kc4v]

If you use two speakers you should be using stereo because not only will the sound be unbalanced, it will sound lower. Once you disconnect the xlr from one of the speakers it won’t do much difference since you are already in mono.

[@djwright201]

Is it okay to connect the XLR output(s) from a DJ controller to the XLR input(s) of an external audio mixer? Or are the XLR inputs on an external mixer strictly for microphone use? I get confused, because some mixers (such as the new Mackie ProFX6v3+) have combination jacks that are labeled as "Mic/Line" while other mixers (such as the Allen & Heath Zedi 10) have XLR inputs labeled "Mic" and there's a separate line input placed underneath it.

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Yes that is exactly what you do. The Mic input is also labeled (LINE). It will work that way nothing special about it.

[@WWJWD1]

Can an audio mixer also balance my cable like a di box if I’m running RCA cables to it or do I need both?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

One or the other is fine. I would lean towards a mixer as he stated it only helps and expands your setup. If your computer/controller decides it wants to shut down or reboot, you can easily plug in an external source and keep going. These are facts of life being a mobile DJ. If you do any weddings you'll need at least one mic if not two and the outputs of an external mixer are superior to those but a few controllers like the DJ-707 from Roland.

[@Nicsiq]

Thank you!

[@evanseklecki6841]

I have a Hercules impulse 200, and I’m doing my first outdoor set a month from now. I’m trying to figure out which speakers are compatible with that controller. Any suggestions help

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Behringer 502USB is more than enough ($90). RCA into the mixer, TRS out to XLR to powered speakers.

[@Noway-pq5yn]

I’ve just bought the Denon Prime 4+ controller, what is the best way to connect to a pair of Rokit 8 studio monitors? Sorry if the question is a little stupid but I’m new to powered speaker setups. Thank you if you can help.

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Prime 2/4 have XLR out. Use XLR

[@joosyrei]

Is it possible to go from 1 dj controller, for example a DDJ flex 4 with RCA into another dj controller like an XDJ RX2 which would be inputted into either the AUX RCA or the Master RCA and from the XDJ RX2 it will go to the speakers via XLR master output?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

No it will be the same -10 DB from the controller, it's unbalanced. Use a external mixer with FLX4, you go RCA into the mixer and then TRS or XLR out to your powered speakers (unless you are using JBL Partyboxes). It will sound a ton better and louder with less gain.

[@karatematsgamefun]

I have 2 jbl party 1000 (input RCA or aux, output RCA) and 2 jbl party encore (input aux) How would you connect these to a dj controller (or external audio mixer) Kind regards

[@kettnercreative]

I would just use an RCA cable.

[@4194Lyfe]

If I connect my controller (RCA) to a mixer, then the mixer TRS to TRS speakers, will that help minimize the static and buzzing?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Yes, a short run of RCA will not have any buzzing anyway. The buzzing is the limited range of the MIC input on budget controllers. If you are DJ'ing outdoors, always go TRS to TRS or TRS to XLR. The external mixer will bump up the signal of the controller, you're setup will be much louder and bass heavy than a DJ without an external controller. If you are trying to be a mobile DJ, it's a wise investment.

[@nervtv8502]

how about my flx4 I want speaker plus monitor speaker on my side while playing ? Flx4 have only RCA no XLR Thanks

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Get an external mixer. Use the booth output on the mixer to use for your monitor. RCA into the mixer. If you are live streaming with the FLX 4, use the mic input on the controller, just be careful.

[@luccameyer7633]

I do not have a booth output on my dj controller, how do i use a mixer to get both booth and main outputs at a club with this issue? And what kind of mixer?

[@johngembka7052]

Use AUX output on mixer or monitor output on mixer. Some mixers also booth or control room output.

[@dantecelle]

I have two 1/4 on the back of my DJ controller. I need a cable to go to my powered monitor. The monitor has one 1/4" female input and one XLR female input. There is also "link output" male XLR connection.. The monitor is for my "Booth Speaker". I hope you can get me the right cable... 🤞

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

You can use either. Depending on how deep you want to get into this, I would pick XLR because so many setups that you will plug into for live events, weddings, corporate events will use an external mixer. As he said they have spare cables everywhere, can loan you some to extend your speakers further out if need be.

[@braydenhunt3041]

Question. Does a mixer act as a di box and turn my rca signal into a full xlr quality signal?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Yes

[@jaredbaronner5354]

The Radial ProAV2 has the right and left xlr outputs. The way I have my setup now, my first speaker connects to the other wirelessly. Do I need to run the "left xlr' output to my left speaker and the "right xlr" out to my right speaker? Or can I daisy chain them with one xlr cable coming from the Radial ProAV2?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

To get stereo out of those, you need to use one for the left side and one for the right side, XLR out from the controller (left) to the left speaker, XLR out from the controller to the right speaker (XLR). Forget the daisy chain unless you are adding more speakers to the left or right.

[@dibarondj8790]

Can you help? I’m using pioneer controller to Mackie woofer with RCA as my controller only takes those. But theN TRS from woofer to monitor L&R but I’m getting a loud noise with balanced cable 🤷🏽‍♂️ what am I doing wrong 😢

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

I don't understand what you're doing? Do you have an external mixer in-between the controller and your speakers? Why would you only have a woofer (sub)?

[@Grewsome6ixEnt]

My rekordbox software is compatible with the JBL speaker but not with many others. Does anybody know a good set of speakers including loudspeakers, that are compatible with rekordbox software, pioneer dj?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

If you are talking about connecting via Bluetooth, that is outside the scope of this video. However I just Google'ed it and got my answer not sure how you didn't get one. You can connect your FLX 4 which I am assuming you have or DDJ-400 to any Bluetooth speaker even if the preset is not listed.

[@KronenProd]

Can i use my dj console into audio interface and into my yamahas that are connected with audio interface,only with usb cable thar console gives me?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

what?

[@mbf6160]

I have a XLR female to rca running from my 15 inch mackey thump to my controller its plugged in the mix out port but now I don't have any sound is this because it doesn't work as a option

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Nobody knows what you did as you didn't explain it well enough. Could be all sorts of things. You could have your audio settings wrong on your controller for all we know. Do not run XLR to RCA. Run RCA from the controller (or TRS or XLR if it has those) to an external mixer and then to your speakers.

[@Layal_Melodies]

Super well explained! If we have any questions, can we send you an email? Thank you

[@kingpaco87]

I am looking for an audio interface that will help me set up the preset to improve the sound quality of my voice.

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Any external mixer or Focusrite can do that. Practice projecting your voice as well.

[@chantallylace]

Thanks so much for your help!

[@DjA.Sauce5]

Question so with the pioneer Rev 1 it only has RCA in the back I can’t use long wires? Does that mean speakers must stay at close range?

[@kettnercreative]

You can use long cables if you wish, but you risk static/interference. I would never perform at a live event with RCA connecting your DJ Controller to speakers. Eventually, you'll need to find a way to balance your signal (DI Box or Audio Mixer).

[@kaxiaz]

Can i connect to blue tooth speakers?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Yes via Bluetooth or 3.5mm

[@floydb9100]

What kind of numark controller is that? Thank you

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Numark Mixtrack Platinum FX

[@TheRealBarryR]

Can anyone help with my question? I have a D class amplifier (2*50+100w) that has a aux (3.5mm) input. Can i use the booth (or master) RCA output of the controller to the aux input of amplifier? (With the adapter cable) *Asking because RCA usually is used only for signal,not power transfer, but not always...

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

The amp is providing the power, the controller is just providing the signal. It will work.

[@morin1997]

Is it possible to use RCA to 3.5mm audio jack..?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Sure, like into a JBL Partybox or similar Bluetooth speaker?

[@MrPhilemon1980]

Hello, I have 2 questions. I bought the Numark Mixstream Pro. This has 2 RCA unbalanced outputs and 2 balanced XLR outputs. I have 1 powered speaker, the Electro Voice ZLX 15BT. When I connect the controller and speaker with the RCA (controller) and jack (speaker) this sounds louder then a connection with an XLR cable (controller) and line 1 (speaker). How is this possible?? The connection with XLR sounds a little bit muted. The speaker also has 2 XLR line inputs. Should I use 2 XLR cables , 1 XLR cable left (controller) to line 1 (speaker) and 1 XLR right (controller) to line 2 (speaker)? Or is just 1 cable enough (from left or right (controller) to line 1? Many greetings from Belgium, Philippe

[@RM08909]

Hello there! :) How did u solve it ? I'm having similar complications 😅

[@tierrapurauy]

Me too, any solution bro?

[@williamwills1951]

I want to connect my vm70 to my ddj200 but how the hell do I do that? No rca on dj200

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

USB into your PC/Mac from the DDJ-200, then connect an external mixer with USB to your Mac or PC. You can add a virtual audio cable to your Mac in the settings. For a PC you need to download a virtual audio cable which is free (Google it), this will give you headphones using the internal audio device in your computer and the external mixer will give you outputs to powered speakers or an amp and then speakers. Or you do the smart thing, sell the DDJ-200 and upgrade or if you like the size of the 200, get the FLX2 which is the replacement for the DDJ-200 anyway.

[@ItzDiirty]

I have the ddj flx4 and have the krk 5 g4 with the s8.4 sub. Would I need an audio interface from the dj controller to run the sub and speakers I get told I do and I get told I don’t

[@BiByBa]

I have the same set up. If I’m not misunderstood (I’m still trying to figure this out myself) you don’t need to have audio interface/DI box/mixer but you will want to use one because the flx4 only has rca outputs which causes unbalanced audio. You want to run your rca into one of these devices so that it turns it into a balanced signal.

[@alettertosanta]

I have the same setup, but the krks don't have a switch that will convert the mic level (coming from the DI) to a line level (going into a speaker). How would I feed the KRK's a balanced input if I'm using an unbalanced controller

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

KRK 5's have RCA (unbalanced) TRS and XLR (balanced). Use an RCA to RCA cable. The sub is daisy chained from the other speakers to get its signal don't worry about that.

[@nickdezwart07]

I can’t get sound out of my Partybox 100 from my DDJ flx4 I have the right cable what do I do?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

What do you have your Rekordbox audio settings on?

[@raymondgonzalez9095]

I need help. How to connect from Dj controller to a BOSE T 1 Tone match to a active speaker. Do I need to change mover? I got RCA output in my controller and I use RCA cable to one TS 1/4 , but the signal is very low. I a don’t know what i am doing wrong.

[@kettnercreative]

We touched on it in this video. RCA outputs are quiet (~14dB less volume than XLR or TRS), if you want to get "more volume", it's best to connect to an audio mixer before connecting to your speaker, this will give you the ability to turn it up more before getting to your speakers.

[@raymondgonzalez9095]

@@kettnercreative I did connect it to my Bose Tone match mixer but I still don’t get the best out of it. That’s the reason that makes me think tif I need another type of mixer?

[@raymondgonzalez9095]

Thank you for taking the time to answer my question.

[@maxpower259]

@@raymondgonzalez9095 Try calling bose. They can help you!

[@djrevcb]

🤘👍

[@LearnWithBrendanSchaub]

Can I connect dj controller to my car stereo speakers with using a solar panel and a walkman cassette player to record my mixes. I have a mixer that I often use at work, could this mixer also be used too play music? I know it's great with cement mixing

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

I hope this isn't a joke. You would use RCA (from the controller) to 3.5 inch into your car stereo as most OE and aftermarket setups have that. The solar panel should be connected to some sort of generator like a Westinghouse 200s, you would plug your laptop into that and finally why would you need to record into a cassette? This isn't the 1980's anymore; use any kind of digital audio recorder. Some are aimed at DJ's and aren't that expensive.

[@jimmytapafini5378]

How about Bluetooth speakers to the controller?

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

RCA to 3.5mm

[@heartsongdjs]

great content, but the constant zoom in and out get's very distracting.

[@levijahmel4701]

I connected my ns4fx to my vonyx subwoofer using rca cables and can’t hear anything

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

What are your audio settings inside Serato?

[@kizombapower]

its not balanced. just because its TRS doesn't automatically means its balanced. TRS are used in balanced connections, but not exclusively. It can just be a stereo unbalanced cable.

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

TRS balanced have three rings, unbalanced two rings.

[@bymac3976]

@@AnthonyThomas-o4l you've missed the point. being TRS doesn't mean it has a balanced signal. many stereo cables have TRS, and are unbalanced. the SIGNAL passing thru a cable can be balanced or not. Just the type of connector used doesn't make a cable balanced or not.

[@Miguelc271086]

Try rca to xlr then turn phantom power on and watch your gear burn and explode

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Who does that... You?

[@fabiocosta1083]

where is your accent from? the US? but where?

[@kettnercreative]

Western Canada

[@manimaransounds]

Only shows his face only

[@AnthonyThomas-o4l]

Is that a problem?