A beginners guide to DJ controller / mixer input & outputs!

Ratzi tells you everything you need to know about the back of your DJ controller or mixer! Including what cables go where, and what you need to get started! If you don't know, now you know!
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[@imthateddie]

Thank you for this video. I really need a simple breakdown like this.

[@theblockchaincandy]

Great video! I couldn't find anything that explains this as well as you did! Appreciate it!

[@djkit]

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[@otf.diablo]

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[@jazzandthangs]

Great video-was trying to figure out how to connect my Teac Cassette deck-to my DJ Controller thank you

[@elsiellamas8000]

Very helpful refresher. I have been out of the loop for a while old phono and cd dj. Bought a CDJ a few years back and had to transfer everything over from my old Gemini mixer. There were some connections I did not recognize for example, the combo XLR 1/4 connector. Thanks again lots of useful info.

[@djkit]

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[@JStewart-nl5tu]

I have a gemini cd decks but I don't know how to set it up just the speakers thanks I have Fenton monitor speaks thank U James

[@victorludena123]

I connected a hand-sized synth to the mic input of my mixer for a few minutes and then noticed that the right input was a line input... and it worked fine. Could I have already damaged my mic input or preamp during the few minutes I used the synth in there?

[@DJMaSoySauce]

Extremely helpful video. Thank you!

[@djkit]

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[@onassisization]

Very helpful video! You have just earned my sub and deserve more subs!

[@djkit]

Much appreciated! Thanks so much!

[@cagricelik4937]

Legend thank you

[@Ella-gb3rj]

Great video! I learned so much about the ins and outs of DJ controllers and mixers. This is definitely going to help me improve my skills. Thanks for sharing this information! #DJLifeHack #BeginnersGuide

[@djsarumawashi]

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[@davidhudson3043]

Really well explained - super simple

[@MrFac183]

Good to know

[@KeyFur_NYC]

I just got the RX3 and I am trying to figure out if I need an additional Receiver/audio mixer for the PA speakers? Im going to contact pioneer to verify but I was surprised when my Rockville SPGN128 12" Passive 1200W DJ PA Speaker ABS Lightweight Cabinet 8 Ohm showed up and there is no power cord for it. Im not sure if the RX3 can power the speakers as well or if an additional audio mixer will be required.

[@iliastak]

Does the RX3 have phantom power for mic inputs?

[@thedj5914]

Will try some of this tomorrow. Problem I have is my pioneer flx6 sound isn't coming out very clear on my Sony mhcv7d speaker!! I can't do my stuff till I figure this out xx

[@miscellaneousme4791]

Really good video and very informative. I am trying to connect my new external mixer to my set up but I don’t know how to do this. My studio set up is KRK Rokit speakers connected into my SX2 controller. I have a TRS cable. Does this connect into the master socket of my controller into the main Out L and R on my external mixer? Once I’ve connected my mic into the external mixer I am not getting any sound from the speakers when I talk.

[@web1810digital]

I had my RCA connected to the Master Ports and then connected them to my Amplifier but had no sound coming through my speakers.

[@sage_mode_]

Thanks for the great video and explanation mate. So here's my question. If I want to play just with my XDJ-RX2 without using a Rekordbox but just power source electricity cable, USB sticks and my headphones connected to the XDJ-RX2, do I need only speakers XLR or RCA and then I will be able to mix normally? Thanks in advance.

[@djkit]

Yes, exactly! You'll obviously need power to your speakers as well, but that will work, no problem!

[@sage_mode_]

Thank you mate! Appreciate that!

[@lowerclass-eq7mu]

So I've got a ddj1000, and i wish to practice some scratch with a turntable, will there be any difference if i just connect my turntable with the DDJ rather than a DJM mixer?😢

[@djkit]

@@lowerclass-eq7mu you'll find the DJM mixer probably have a more solid fader and depending on the model, more control over the curve adjustment. Other than that, no.

[@markgoldsmith6551]

You state that the difference between a phono input and a line input is that the line input is digital. This is incorrect . Both inputs are designed to take analogue signals. The difference is that the phono input from a turntable is at a much lower voltage than the input from a CD player (or other line input) Electronics inside the controller / mixer amplify the phono signal to bring it up to line level before the signal is routed further through the controller / mixer.

[@djkit]

Hey Mark, thanks for clearing that up! 🤗

[@user-fn7qp8cc8p]

Can you give advice on good Dmx cables that are balanced

[@kentfagerberg9425]

I have rca on my output. And my monitors have rca, trs and xlr.. What kind of cable is the best for this option? 🤔

[@virussdj6683]

Good teacher thanks bruh

[@djkit]

No worries! 😎

[@hanzelmcdowney9191]

thanks very helpful

[@djkit]

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[@lalitak7178]

Thank you!

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[@CreatorsDanceCenter]

Helpful. Thanks :)

[@ramirez368]

What if you need to go to a Mixer NOT directly to the speakers.....???

[@raphaelspaid6216]

im trying to figure out if theres a way to "launch" , "play" or "start" two different tracks simultaneously ?

[@Layal_Melodies]

thank you for explaining all of this. Remember that little fork looking cable that's used to reduce the "hum", do we have to use it? If yes, I didn't really understand where the other end goes. Thank you :)

[@djkit]

Yes, we would recommend that you use it if you turntable has one! If it doesn't that would probably mean that it's been pre grounded. You will find under the turntable where the red & white cables are, you screw the other end of the fork in there.

[@-coplife-gta587]

Thanks man

[@tombosanquet6307]

Super helpful

[@djkit]

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[@FindYourFree]

great video

[@djkit]

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[@Littlebetofeverythng]

Thank YOU!!!

[@djkit]

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[@antonioalcaraz6820]

Hello! How about the send and receiver section on a mixer like the denon?

[@retoburkhalter4851]

Correction: both phone and line inputs are ANALOGUE. But the phono input has a built-in pre-amp. On this controller, there is NO digital (SPDIF) input available!

[@itxofficial8281]

There was also a tiny mistake, or better yet, missed opportunity at the beginning, where he explains entry-level controllers only offering unbalanced RCA outs. He then goes on to explain that if you want a cheaper controller to plug into a PA system, you'll need a RCA to XLR cable. That's not entirely wrong, but it will sound extremely thin and there will also be a lot of hum/static noise. If you want to eliminate this and make your signal sound stronger, there's this handy little tool called a DI box. It will convert an unbalanced source into a balanced (XLR) output, while also completely eliminating any static noise. If you're just starting out and don't want to spend a fortune, there are active dual DI boxes out there for as low as $25, i.e. the Behringer DI20.

[@seankavanagh5320]

Hi, great vid. Is it possible to connect XLR out to the House speakers and then the RCA out to an extra powered speaker that I bring along? I have been using the Booth line out for this extra powered speaker, but I've noticed recently that when I connect the Booth audio cables to the powered speaker, the House speakers begin to buzz with interference. So annoying. Any help appreciated. House speakers not the best. Hence why I'm bringing along the 2k watt powered to boost the sound.

[@whatagwaanja2]

Have u figured it out? I would like to know Also

[@kennswan9059]

how does it effect the system or signal if u have two different connections... female XLR to a RCA or to TRs ( the single connection) .. thx for the info

[@djkit]

Are you asking about two master outs at the same time? Or a cable with one connection one end, and a different one at the other?

[@1313ernieb]

For streaming devices what input do I use for best sound quality? Dual rca in booth input or aux input thanks

[@djkit]

Whichever is a balanced is always a good bet!

[@willievaughn6474]

Awesome

[@djkit]

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[@michaelkellum9771]

Could you do a controller to computer to a mixer

[@djkit]

Do you mean connecting a computer to a separate mixer?

[@rachenthomas2178]

Should we use powered speakers or normal speakers for this system output?

[@djkit]

For the RX3? We would always recommend powered speakers these days, as passive are a bit old fashioned now!

[@6unholy6nephilim6]

Can a rca to xlr cable connect to pioneer vm speaker series on the pioneer flx4 dj controller?

[@djkit]

Absolutely, yes! You can get pretty much any combo of audio cables!

[@Tra1710]

How do you connect an entry level controller with an rca output to "TWO" 3.5 input speakers?

[@djkit]

You can use a pair of single RCA - 3.5 cables!

[@chrisbrunt5962]

What wires did u use to extend your speakers so that they are far away. My connector(RCA) isn’t more than 3m but I need the speakers far away from the controller like your set up

[@djkit]

I just use longer cables! You can get RCA cables that are longer than 3m!

[@josephbusuttil3030]

If you have a Power Amplifier that has a lot of beef then go normal or ( Passive ) Speakers. Of course the Speakers have to be powerful beefy speakers too, they will almost literally blow you away.

[@Randys_Rc_life]

i have a master 2 option i have the ddj-sx3 and i was wondering how do i enable it?

[@djkit]

Both of the Master outputs don't need enabling, they are controlled by the Master Out volume on your controller!

[@stephenjones8156]

Quickest way to bugger up a lead is to unplug by pulling the cable. Always use the metal / plastic bit.

[@djkit]

A very sensible comment, thank you!

[@BiohazardX9]

Edit: with regards to USB - thats a USB 2.0 A to USB 2.0 B. Do not get USB 3 versions as those don't fit!

[@hugostiglitz8684]

Dude looks like Claptone without mask lmao

[@djkit]

😂😂😂 🐦

[@FurkanTopal]

this was a good video but not enough

[@FurkanTopal]

the cables should've been shown where to be connected