Just received my new laptop to discover this issue. I was pretty much in a bit of panic mode until I found this video. Definitely a relief. Thank you for sharing this.
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely, glad it helped!
@Johnny-pq5vq4 жыл бұрын
I was pissed for a moment, but your vid calmed me down. Many blessings to you!
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Johnny, glad it helped!
@aliyahd49954 жыл бұрын
Right to the point.. couldn't ask for better
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help!
@ericsandie7405 Жыл бұрын
Great info on connections to new mac to hardware. thanx.
@hnenoska53154 жыл бұрын
Finally a good valuable video thanks!
@anthonyhall8467 Жыл бұрын
I’m following
@jackedkerouac44143 жыл бұрын
Glad I watched. Getting a macbook air tomorrow so now I can fire it up with my controller. Thanks
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@dj_9iron4 жыл бұрын
Ddjt coming through again... Lol.... Jus got my new airmac.... Now I know how to use my controller with it.... Thanks again 👍 9️⃣
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@ashleystyles68886 жыл бұрын
I got myself... minirig system with sub, dj2go2, took delivery of a surface pro today. Awesome little setup. I fly to Ibiza tomorrow. Might post a video of me djing on a Beach. MacBook? Pah! ;)
@digitaldjtips6 жыл бұрын
Nice! 🌴
@producciones3djangel3249 ай бұрын
Thank you !!!!
@chaisaxsoul3 жыл бұрын
thank you
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
You're welcome!
@krisbowen9558 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Very helpful
@mikeydeks4 жыл бұрын
Don’t use adapters they’ll cause a usb failure and freeze up your computer (MacBook with Touch Bar) get the last option. Direct cable with no adapters
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Can't say I've had that issue but a direct cable is your best bet
@CarlosAguilar-dj4ph4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the helpful video!
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
You're welcome Carlos
@elisvlog52004 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much you helping a lot
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@xPerry23x3 жыл бұрын
you are the man
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
Too kind :)
@JSim_mo5 жыл бұрын
Amazing video. Nice one.
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome James.
@johnnyrubio47982 жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊 for the tips it really helped
@digitaldjtips2 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
@Geegeeranks5 жыл бұрын
Thanks great video mate
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Cheers :)
@paddywright64064 жыл бұрын
Life Saver !
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Glad to help Paddy!
@paddywright64064 жыл бұрын
@@digitaldjtips Just purchased the DDj 200 yesterday. Any tips for getting started !
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Have a read through our book "Rock The Dancefloor!" first, it'll cover everything you need to know. You can grab a free PDF copy here: djtips.co/join :)
@soriolcontent10 ай бұрын
what would you recommend for a laptop with just two usb c cables, one is used for charging, so how would I connect my controller and my external hard drive?
@davva3605 жыл бұрын
Have you tried using a usb c hub? Just wondering as I am thinking of going that route to use a controller with an ipad. I believe the DDJ400 would work.
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
No we haven't, let us know if you gfind out anything davva360.
@michaeltruscelli4241 Жыл бұрын
my new mac will not recognize the old numark platinum controller. I am connecting USB B to C - Just will not see the controller like usual. Any ideas?
@Bohemedude9610 ай бұрын
how much party do you run a year ?
@DJROYALTYMUSIC5 жыл бұрын
This why you are the best
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it useful!
@RaffiQueer6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!
@digitaldjtips6 жыл бұрын
No problem Raffi!
@trancepower12056 жыл бұрын
Hey guys ill be eventually buying a Mac, ive got CDJ 2000's will i have the same problem with those?
@scottbaily60813 жыл бұрын
Great video, but how to I charge, have DJ controller AND send video out for DJ sessions? Any thoughts? I'm using Serato DJ and Serato Video
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
If you do not have enough USB ports, you'll need to use a USB hub, preferably a powered one. You'll also need a USB-C to HDMI adaptor for the video out.
@EricArbour-3 жыл бұрын
Hi Phil, I just bought a new Macbook Pro 2021. Like you already know there's only 2 USB Spot. But because I am always DJJing with also a External Drive, i miss one USB port on the Mac. I tried one multiple block port (usb B to C) for one but it doesn't work for the Controler (Numark Platinum FX). One for the controller, one for the external drive and one for the power. Did you ever or someone of your staff used a multiple block port that work properly ? thanks and advance !
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
You need a powered USB hub, or you could consider the Reloop Stnad Hub - expensive, but cool! www.reloop.com/reloop-stand-hub
@tr40914 жыл бұрын
So I’ve got the ddj-200, does it connect to a MacBook Air or not? Because I’ve got one wire powering the controller going into the usb of it then one other slot that has a padlock sign next to it with ‘k’ inside of it. What usb goes from the MacBook to the controller?
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
The DDJ-200 connects to a laptop with a single USB cable, that's all you need
@christinatorrez37294 жыл бұрын
did you figure out how to connect the ddj 200 to the 2020 MacBook Air?
@superswitchtv23036 жыл бұрын
Hello, random question please: I have just purchased the macbook pro 2017 with touch bar and I have the complete rane 72 and 12 setups like you do back there... waiting 4 d laptop to get to me but I really am worried cus I was in a hurry wen I ordered and what is being sent to me is a 250gb space. Now I do want to use it alone for djing, nothing else. But I just want to know, if since u have had yours, is it better overall that the older mac laptops? Even tho my old one has more storage and I don't know much about high sierra OS and all... and also thanks for this video.
@digitaldjtips6 жыл бұрын
SSD drives like on your new Mac are better, also long as you can keep your collection nice and lean (which is best anyway, in our view) you'll be fine.
@djBroRay6 жыл бұрын
i have the 72 and 12 combo.. what a mission it was to get it going with my 2018 6 core bought 2 non powered hubs and got software disconnects and digit sound tracks when played..... i bought a Caldigit TS3 powered hub... everything is fine... you can also buy an 1tb ssd and put it in a usb 3.1 enclosure...
@Fran-pg2wy4 жыл бұрын
Hi buddy. I just bought a new 2020 MacBook air to DJ on but it comes with 2 x USB c ports... But I need 3 x USB ports. Charger, harddrive, controller. Do you please have a solution for this or a recommendation for a good usb hub??
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
As long as it is a powered USB hub, any should do.
@Fran-pg2wy4 жыл бұрын
@@digitaldjtips oh damn powered??? I just got a non powered one this morning.. Was this a terrible idea?
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
Try it, and if you have no problems, it isn't a bad idea!
@rickyrivera53013 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a new macbook pro 2020. I have all the correct wires for running a traktor X1 controller as well as traktor pro 3. Nothing, software wise, is working now. Any help?
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
Perhaps to do with the operating system you're on, check out the NI forums to see if anyone else is having issues
@amayita808mami4 жыл бұрын
Hello Everyone! I have a question. I currently have the same issue. My laptop has a Usb-c port, but my controller connects through a Usb-a port. I have a hub that allows me to connect Usb-a wires without any problems. However, when I connect my controller to the hub, and my controller to my speakers, no audio is played. Reading through Pioneer's FAQ's, I read that the controller I have, is incompatible with hubs. My question is, will buying an adapter resolve this issue, or is an adapter also considered a "hub?" Nice video btw! Thank you.
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
I'd recommend you just get the correct lead so no need to use hubs, adaptors at all. That will almost certainly work fine.
@amayita808mami4 жыл бұрын
Digital DJ Tips awesome, thank you !
@arababe245 жыл бұрын
Hoping you can help me out here: I own an Mid 2012 MacBook air that I do everything on; because I'm a podcast producer for my job, I also use Reaper (DAW) on this laptop all the time. Works greaT, no issues. But now, I am learning how to DJ and about to buy the pioneer DDJ 400 controller, which is USB powered so I am wondering since my laptop is already 7 yrs. old and used heavily for audio editing, will it be able to hand being used for DJing? Obviously, I would never be running the Reaper DAW at the same time as I'd be using the controller with Rekordbox software, but I'm just wondering your expert opinion on this- can it power the pioneer ddi 400 controller, and not overheat? Im on a budget so hoping to not have to buy a new laptop till next year when I can save up....Thanks in advance!
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Should be fine.
@arababe245 жыл бұрын
@@digitaldjtips TY much! Cheers.
@tonnyofficial63165 жыл бұрын
I want to ask, do you use the Rekordbox software to use a MacBook laptop? what if we use a windows 7 lectop, is it SUPPORT with the DDJ-400 controller?
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Rekordbox works on both Windows and Mac, not sure about Windows 7. Check on the Rekordbox technical page on the Pioneer DJ website to be sure.
@kunad22945 жыл бұрын
I der mr dj , I have a question could I use a chromebook laptop with a core m3 or m5 like a pioneer ddj400 there recommendation are core i3 i5 i7 ?
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Go for the highest processor you can budget for :)
@kunad22945 жыл бұрын
thank you very much , so in other words a core m7 could be use keep up the good work .
@kunad22945 жыл бұрын
thank you.
@rickysavage93286 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't recommend those little black adapters, they have disconnected during sets on their own. But one time I actually had someone catch their arm on the cable while dancing and bent the port haha
@digitaldjtips6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Ricky, sorry that was your experience with 'em!
@georgetyronejr.29255 жыл бұрын
Will a gaming labtop work with dj software?
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Yes it will
@alexbonilla67354 жыл бұрын
For some reason my brothers macbook(2014) the controller doesn’t want to connect to Laptop, just says error failed to connect audio . And doesn’t tell me how to fix it which is getting me really annoyed . Can anyone link a video to help or let me know a way to fix this promblem?
@digitaldjtips4 жыл бұрын
That is a strange one, have you tried a different cable?
@matthewhagon28495 жыл бұрын
Are the adaptors more likely to cause the connection to drop as opposed to the USB B to C cable?
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Yes, you're better off with a dedicated cable.
@quicksno3 жыл бұрын
I just bought a new macbook air to use with my djm450. However when I open rekordbox or traktor on my macbook under audio preferences the software only sees the macbook. I had to buy an adapter for the connection, but I'm stuck now. I have the mixer input selector switches to computer. Any ideas? Note: I started a ticket with rekordbox
@parks3563 жыл бұрын
I have the exact same problem let me know if you find any way to fix it
@donyealcollier59833 жыл бұрын
Can’t get my Dj Sb3 connect Can you help me out
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
Not without a whole lot more information
@TheAudioarchitect2 жыл бұрын
Phil - when using a dedicated USB-B to USB-C cable the lights on my controller do not turn on (hot cues, volume levels, etc). Any idea why that would be?
@digitaldjtips2 жыл бұрын
No, not heard of that before. Have you tried a different cable?
@tezkatepuka5 жыл бұрын
Are all the plugins in the back?
@charlottestephenson9315 жыл бұрын
Hey wondering if anyone can help... I just bought a new Mac book air and bought the Apple USB to usb c adapter. When I plug it in the controller gets power but serato no longer automatically pops up like it used to on my old Mac and this is the only way I can activate serato? Have tried restarting no luck
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Hey Charlotte! Might be a compatibility issue with the USB C adapter. I suggest sending a support ticket to Serato detailing the problem :)
@TheRunningCameraMan6 жыл бұрын
i have a usb b to usb c lead with 2 usb b's in it but the problem is that I can't power up my dj controller with my pc... the controller has no external power so the only way I can dj is with the power of my pc. that doesn't work now... any tips to fix this???
@digitaldjtips6 жыл бұрын
Ask the manufacturer, as this should work fine. Try another USB port on your computer, too.
@TheRunningCameraMan6 жыл бұрын
Digital DJ Tips I bought a new usb b to usb c cabel thnx for the tip this is working Really nice👍🏼
@erickguerrero16223 жыл бұрын
Will a Mac book air 2015 handle ddj 400
@digitaldjtips3 жыл бұрын
Check the specs and compare it to the specs listed on the Rekordbox website
@musickitchen47837 ай бұрын
tryed to connect traktor kontrol s4 mk1 to new mac m1 and it doesnt work anymore. NI useless
@skovbowden81135 жыл бұрын
Hi there, are there any wifi-interference troubles with the Chromacables from Techtools? Thanks !!
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
We've not had any problems with them :)
@zingdj6 жыл бұрын
pls link for this cable!?
@D0CT0RS0UL6 жыл бұрын
hi mate, here we go store.djtechtools.com/products/chroma-cables-usb-c
@zingdj6 жыл бұрын
D0CT0RS0UL Thanx mate:)
@michaelsalva79885 жыл бұрын
How can you record wats coming out the controller into macbook?
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Hit "record" in your DJ software :)
@superswitchtv23036 жыл бұрын
*than
@highfrequency14835 жыл бұрын
I just want to know what Laptop is good for making music and Djing
@digitaldjtips5 жыл бұрын
Any modern laptop with 16GB or RAM and a 500GB+ SSD hard drive will cope with most things.
@kereamohau6 жыл бұрын
The real reason why I don't care for the new macbooks
@Thewphimisms6 жыл бұрын
Funny people will spend 2500+ on a new MacBook and don't know the solution to this problem is buying a 19.99 USB adapter. 😔