Pioneer DJ DDJ-XP2 Demo & Review - Serato DJ & Rekordbox DJ Add On Controller!

Introducing the Pioneer DJ DDJ-XP2! The upgraded DDJ XP1 now works with Serato DJ as an official Serato DJ accessory. It also works with Rekordbox DJ to control both software's performance features. From hot cues to looping, FX, key shifting, keyboard mode and more! This is the ultimate performance controller to unlock the full potential of Serato or Rekordbox no matter what setup you're using. The Pioneer DDJ-XP2 price is £299 or €329 inc VAT or $299 excluding sales tax and comes bundled with the full Rekordbox DJ and DVS licence.
Timestamps:
01:39 - Serato DJ Tutorial
19:07 - Rekordbox DJ Tutorial
34:45 - Outro & Opinions
Written review: bit.ly/DDJXP2
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[@Crossfader]

Learn new DJ skills with our online DJ courses. From beginner to advanced courses, specific to various pieces of DJ hardware and software. Click here to find out more: bit.ly/learntoDJ Timestamps: 01:39 - Serato DJ Tutorial 19:07 - Rekordbox DJ Tutorial 34:45 - Outro & Opinions Written review: bit.ly/DDJXP2

[@poole19882]

Nice USB cables , where did you buy ?

[@erickadolfocancinoaguilera495]

¡Hi! ¿Pioneer DJ DDJ XP2 is compatible for mapping in the serato studio?

[@alexanderfdj]

there is a way to assign into serato different fx to pads like pad mode 2 fx inside rekordbox? Each fx have different parameters different beats length. I would need this customization as well into serato.

[@CHONK375]

You simultaneously explained the controller while subtly teaching me tricks. Bravo. (I’ll be buying this.)

[@phongon2005]

Serato is a rip off charging expansion package u can’t control that particular controller. Monopoly

[@neilhume7049]

I really just wanted to use track separation with a laptop, mixer and CDJs but this has so many options. Best money I’ve spent in a long time

[@gavinnator987]

This thing seems sweet! I'll probably pick it up as an add-on to my ddj-1000 to access more fx controls and dedicated controls for my 3rd and 4th decks!

[@LennyKMusic]

I think it's a strategic move of Pioneer so that the Serato users are able to also use Rekordbox and see how more customizable and improved it is so they can steal Serato users to start using Rekordbox instead 👍

[@resetmusicpl]

Oh I don't think any of Serato Users like go to RB.

[@DeejayWilly]

@@resetmusicpl i did . and ill never come back to serato as RB showed me how much serato is retarted

[@RadINation]

WOW finally they got on board of making equipment for 2 different software.

[@LLoyoc]

Excellent Video. This will work well with the new DDJ 1000 SRT because you will now be able to access the Serato effects. Well Done Pioneer!

[@DJKWICK954]

Serato effects are junk compared to pioneer

[@Liveyourlife32]

i love toneplay transition . this is really usefull.

[@onomeuwhubetine1875]

I like the way the effects are implemented

[@cleverlandjeter2673]

Great demo! You just made me purchase this!

[@brawlerz1299]

This thing is INSANE!!!

[@bluewiresolutions4974]

Great review Jamie. Based on your video, I purchased the XP2 controller and love it.

[@samstars9623]

I still use, SLs and I thinking about Serato and. I would certainly, love obtain something like this. I can see it will make huge difference with what I would like to do and has a lot of great features which great and great presentation by far and Thank you.

[@ashbankswav]

Thanks for always releasing the BEST DJ tip videos for the latest equipment. Anyway you guys can put out a video of how to combine the PIONEER DJ DDJ-XP2 with CDJs? I cannot find any video tutorials or instructions anywhere. However I do see Pioneers website shows the sub controller alone with the CDJs without use of your laptop!

[@hot4futureyears2come]

great controller , i have the XP1 which is my most important part of my performance style , Serato kats are going to love it. And the new transport mode is dope. want to use it next party . if my phase runs out of charge , i can charge it and continue on the xp01. thanks Jamie

[@SuperJoePardo]

Great video! Consider adding chapters to this video to help skim through easier. :)

[@patrykb9091]

I smell a DJM-S9 re-make coming :)

[@Crossfader]

Fingers crossed!

[@myinspirion]

Many thanks for your tutorials for the DJ community. But there is a big problem for all DJs when they apply for a club for the first time: How to create THE ULTIMATE letter of application for Clubs? How must it be, the ultimate application mix? What should it look like, the ultimate KZbin application video? PLEASE CREATE THIS Tutorial Video for all DJ outside there!

[@Thedog30]

Perfect so it's an extra piece of kit to sit next to my controller for new skills and mash up tracks... TAKE MY MONEY

[@josephv5856]

Thanks for all your videos! Keep up the great work!!!

[@andrewbrockway5857]

Great demo and some superb tips - thanks

[@jchanning72]

Thank-you, I really learnt a lot watching this video!

[@DjPositiveP]

Nice! Can you use the XP2 mapping for the XP1?

[@wthproduction6888]

XP2 dont have manual mapping it’s plug n play

[@CoteDivoireMakingof]

My question is, will this unlock two other decks if I have a two deck controller?

[@TheWimmse]

So If I have a DDJ1000 what new features besides the Slide fx will I have with this.?

[@Crossfader]

Not much if you already have a DDJ 1000. The slide FX as you mentioned and then convenience of being able to easily assign different modes or pads to just one pad mode. So for example you could have hot cues and FX and beat jump all on one pad mode rather than having to jump between different ones on the controller.

[@crafty_dan1362]

This looks pretty noice

[@djsammmto]

I just picked this up because the club I work at has 2 CDJ-900NXS + a DJM900NXS2 which lacked the pads I am used to on the DDJ-1000 controller and it was getting boring just cueing up the next tune. I am hoping this opens up more creative possibilities at the club.

[@mk6pot]

i’m a lil late to the party on this but i’m scrolling thru these comments because i was wondering how compatible they are with cdjs. i personally don’t own any so idk what it’s like to run rekordbox on them but if you set that up right it could bring so many possibilities

[@djsammmto]

@@mk6pot It's more about how compatible the XP2 is with your chosen software... ie. Rekordbox, Serato, or in my case Virtual DJ. The controller interacts with the software rather than the CDJs. I can say that I have used it with all three platforms and they all work well with it. My favourite thing is how you can use the effects with the touch sensitive bar. I would say that if you wanted to elevate your sets, this controller is one to consider. In Serato, I was even able to program the STEMS buttons on 8 of the 16 pads with the top 8 for hot cues in Serato. Keep in mind that this should be an add-on rather than a replacement. For the relatively low cost, it delivers a good bang for the buck.

[@hoogledesigns]

As a bedroom dj with no desire to perform to anyone other than myself I am looking into doing live mashups I am at the point of deciding weather to upgrade my controller to either pioneer cdjs or denon prime 4 but now I am thinking this add on in conjunction with my roland 202 controller would be a more viable solution for my what I eventually want to achieve plus being a lot cheaper. Thoughts ??

[@bboymac84]

hoogle designs same here because the 202 is powerful but just limited space to display its feature. That silent cue is nice though...

[@Margin-Dj]

Zabawka dla osób z upośledzonym słuchem.

[@lancefairchild8068]

Would it be possible to midi map the XP2 with Rekordbox to also have a transport mode?

[@Vinyl-Beats]

Could this be used with a DJM500, with a rekordbox interface 2

[@reignman-31x23]

I like how you said this is a serato DJ accessory which means it's going to complement what you already have set up my main question is... "can it be used as a glorified sampler" meaning to increase the amount of pads you have on your controller already or midi those out for something else and use the ddj-xp2 for all your samples. Can you do that with the ddj-xp2?

[@Soufside_Slim]

Is Jazzy Jeff and FX Fade in this machine?

[@Crossfader]

Afraid not, they're limited to the DDJ SB3.

[@pastlife13137]

Dear @crossfader can i use the XP1 with my DDJ-400 to extend my FX abilities? The ddj400 only has one FX wheel and it takes forever to change its preset. Im wondering if, buying an XP1 would be beneficial, so that i would still DJ as usual on the 400 but doing all the FX on the XP1 as it has 3 FX buttons on each deck and using the slider insted of the knob on 400? Sorry bad language

[@pastlife13137]

Someone, please respond!

[@Crossfader]

Yes the XP1 can be used with the DDJ 400 :)

[@OutlandishWayZ]

Seems like Rekordbox got the best of this add controller over Serato.

[@djkamy]

Besides the pad labels, what's the difference vs XP1 ?

[@aaronbaker3027]

I use mine with virtual Dj and with a ddj flx6 , works great but need pro licence on vdj

[@cristianhdj]

I need one!

[@markusz1853]

I think this thing could it be way better if pioneer puts some more knobs or faders on, like the traktor kontrol f1

[@Crossfader]

If it had faders it could pretty much act as a standalone DJ controller rather than just an add on! That would be pretty cool to see.

[@f-elduayen]

@@Crossfader but two knobs for the volume of the effects would be fine, also you can not use the color effects.

[@leemajors1417]

Are the effects post fader?

[@tarjiband9904]

0:14 Yeah try vice versa :-D Very cool review tho thanks 🙏🏽

[@Crossfader]

haha... good spot... wasn't even intentional to try point them out... my hands obviously like to talk!

[@tarjiband9904]

​@@Crossfader Yeah you were actually looking at the logos of Serato and Rekordbox at the back of the controller. That's what tricked you :-D

[@jason2ray]

Just recently purchased the DDJ XP2 to use with my Pioneer S11 Mixer on Serato I cannot swap the Sample Banks on the XP2 using the parameter buttons on the unit as I would on the mixer. I have even tried using the Shift + Parameter button , but it doesnt work. How can I move through the sample banks on the XP2 , without having to touch the mixer or the Laptop? Please help

[@chrisschneider850]

except no play button. or pitch or stems?

[@VINALDADDY]

Great review! Does this work with virtual dj?

[@marcusgraves1070]

Hey right now I'm using dvs with a sarato mixars duo if I use the xp2 can I use rekordbox with that set up?

[@hexstaticloonatic4194]

can you assign a slicer to either a pad mode or to a single row on a user defined template?

[@stereosiddharth]

Great vid. Would the XP2 along with a djm250 /450 be a a good setup for practice? Basically without any turntables?

[@jurjanable]

This device doesn't have the change key mode like other controllers have it ?

[@juyunhsieh242]

Thanks for the review, it' awsome! BTW what was the song around 06:54? (I couldn't find it).? : )

[@tonyoshur6401]

I wonder how this DDJ-XP2 is mapped out on VDJ, especially on the new 2021 version.

[@socialwork9844]

Hello, can i know that only by DDJ XP2 controller we can play & mix the songs?

[@maisghooti1818]

Can I ask a questions pls? Are you using the Sp1 for 3rd and 4th deck? Cause I have djsx3 controller and I am looking for a handy accessory like this or XP2 maybe to play with hot cues and samples for decks 3 and 4. Your opinion is highly appreciated 😊🙏 thanks in advance

[@jurjanable]

Hi. Why I cannot play pitch and play in Serato DJ using ddj xp2 ? Please help

[@DJLickweed]

Thank you for the video! Do you know if the Silent Cue feature will be available on the new version of Serato DJ Pro without the DDJ-XP2?

[@Crossfader]

We've had a look and can't find a shortcut yet. Hopefully this feature will become available just in the software alone in the future.

[@FSwiftDJ]

I'm not impressed really It's basic update They could've done for Serato DJ pro To make the xp1 previous unit work It's just Serato DJ and Pioneer DJ being greedy abit The midi unit is effectively DDJ Xp1 ( just new lettering etc ) If you own an xp1 already then I wouldn't buy it

[@jamiec4478]

You seem like the type to still have an iPhone 6 as you hate minor updates

[@FSwiftDJ]

@@jamiec4478 lol lol your right I don't have iPhone 😄 but I'm XP1 owner and what I say is spot on in regards to XP2

[@DJbernardo1320]

Yeah , in this case , they should bring down the price of XP1 to half the price of XP2

[@joachimjohann873]

can we select two différent bank for example A on left side and B on right side with this XP2 controller?

[@djjoman]

good question even me i want to know

[@Taelre]

I’m unsure but it’s unlikely, as controllers with a view of 16 samples have only ever been able to play 1 bank of samples, as currently there’s no view on Serato to show 16

[@WrecktheDJ]

Question. Does xp2 can be use without the controller. Just opening the Serato dj pro app to preprae hot cues etc…

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

the xp1 can do Record Box and to some degree VDJ

[@rickburns7752]

I have the xp2 and rekordbox ddj 1000. I was wondering how I change a pad mode on the xp2 without it also changing on the 1000. For example change the first pad mode on xp2 to samples without changing the first pad mode on the 1000 which is hot cues.

[@lokdeng]

Yesss!!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥 but ima broke boi

[@jurjanable]

Hi. Why I cannot activate Pad Mode no 5 for pitch play mode? When i hold Shift and press Pad Mode 1 nothing happens. But if I hold Shift and press twice the Pad Mode 1 the 16 pads becomes all white and when I press the pads nothing happens. Is there something wrong with the device or? Please help. Thank you.

[@waynevelzis8162]

So i think he mentioned it but can you assign your own sounds for the buttons like samples from song writing cds / beats and fx?

[@ddarhe]

thanks for the vid! ddj xp2 has no out of the box sequencer support? im looking for a drum/launchpad to combine with my ddj1000, any good suggestions?

[@garyusinger]

This question is coming from way out in left field, and to be honest, not sure I would even want to do it. But can you load up the Rekordbox that comes with the XP-2 and when using the Roland 707M with Serato can I also use the XP-2 with Rekordbox. I am pretty sure that I can't run Rekordbox through the 707M, but could I run it if I used an audio interface directly from the SP-2? Or if I had a controller that ran both Serato and Rekordbox could I run one on half of the controller and the other on the other half? I told you it was a weird question. I will be busy enough with just Serato and the 707M especially since I am wanting to use my MPC Live unit and also Ableton Live. Just thought it might be nice to see what Rekordbox was all about.

[@LennyKMusic]

So basically for Recordbox, there is no difference or improvement from XP1?

[@huwwackman]

Hi. Can this be used standalone with CDJ NXS 2? Or need to hook up to laptop. Also if i set up all cue points, samples etc in rekordbox then export to usb for CDj will it pick up all the settings, loops samples without the lappy? Any info would be great. Thanks

[@seasickvision]

I saw this coming...

[@DJYagga]

Will the XP2 be bundled with a Rekordbox DVS license as the XP1 was +Crossfader ?

[@edwardvandervelde2716]

Dig your channel! Thank you for all the valuable information. Can you use this unit with a Mac book air which only has 2 usb-c outputs? I would be purchasing an aftermarket dongle that would be having 2 usb inputs on it. Do you know if this would cause any input output or buffering issues?

[@capturedbyquinn]

*should* work but depends on the dongle. Powered / unpowered may make a difference but not sure as I still have USB A. It does work through a powered hub for me though.

[@edwardvandervelde2716]

@@capturedbyquinn U will give it a go, thank you!

[@capturedbyquinn]

@@edwardvandervelde2716 you're welcome - good luck and enjoy. Highly recommended piece of kit!

[@djrichent97]

Ok Jamie I have the Rane twelves Connected to a DJM-s9 that’s set 1...then I have the DDJ-1000 set 2 so basically Serato and rekordbox I have both softwares on my Mac Pro. My question is can I use this with both software on one cpu with serato and rekordbox open for a set ?

[@fabiodellapace8677]

hi Jamie, this controller have the same functions as the NI Kontrol F1 .... ??? Tnks

[@mczegledi7362]

Can you get away with a DJM-900NXS2, XP2, Laptop setup? Or is there some sort of pioneer move, like nah-uh u need at least 2 CDJs to make it work? If it works, imagine, you get the full club sound plus more control minus the jog wheel, which isn't really necessary since you can program pads to nudge, tempo and grid adjust.

[@plexq]

I wondering about the pad modes and how they interplay with the controller pad modes; if I change the pad on this unit, does it also change the pad mode on the controller, or can I have Hot Cue on the controller, and loop mode on the XP2, so I can have fast access to both the controller function and the modes on this?

[@Crossfader]

No you can have separate modes on each for example hot cues on the controller and slicer on the XP2 for example. It won't change the mode on the controller as you change it on the XP2.

[@rubenregal4849]

@@Crossfader is the ddj-sp1 or xp2 better for Serato? And why?

[@huwwackman]

Can this be used with a NXS 2 CDJ via USB please or only for DVS?

[@Waxley]

Samples are blank on mine do you have to load them manually anyone know please (rekordbox)

[@GUILLERMOGARCIA-rd5sb]

Hi!! If i own a DDJ400 and i get one of these, can i actually play on 4 decks? Thanks for your video!

[@Zeus-sb9vj]

Hi Crossfader. Please, help me. Rekordbox have keyboard pad mode, serato have pitch play pad mode. But rekordbox have key shift pad mode, serato doesn't heve this function, or this is possible pad function on serato like key shift pad mode on rekordbox?

[@jamiealite]

If I were to buy RB DMX Will the xp2 be able to control my lights as well

[@Jdmonumental]

Question... can the DDJ-PX2 be used in tandem with the XDJ-RX2? I’m assuming yes. But furthermore, can it be used with the XDJ-RX2 in its stand alone form? If it can, that thing is 110% being added to my set up. But, I can’t seem to find the answer to that anywhere and would greatly appreciate if you all could help me out!

[@damelos4039]

Not sure how much value this adds if you have a DDJ-SX3. Also, I was hoping this would be more along the lines of a less expensive version of the RMX-1000. Doesn't look like it.

[@deejaysavvas4098]

Does it work with serato lite ?

[@djspyb2936]

I just bought the Ddj xp2, but I don’t know how to the USER PERFORMANCE MODE works on Serato. How can I mape the 16 slot with my drum kits

[@FlawlessDJs]

Hello Jamie, quick question…can the XP2 access the Serato scratch bank feature?

[@damionmensah1477]

Looks like the ddj1000 does most of this just less pads?

[@madscientist06]

Great video. What is the name of the song used in the video?

[@BanzNongrum]

Sir virtual DJ 2020 review🙌🙌🙌

[@trugroovin6307]

Excuse me...I need to get my lab coat!

[@DJ-BDZO.224]

C’est possible avec Xp1 reckorbox???

[@beneltham932]

If I have the XP1 I’m guessing there are no real benefits to upgrading to this, as everything seems the same apart from the Serato integration?

[@DjPositiveP]

I wonder if we can use the XP2 mapping on the XP1 on Serato!?

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

looks like

[@ps5nosofa]

@@Nogi-aka-DJNugz Would be nice

[@blessedbygod6256]

Can this be used with the Pioneer XDJ RX-3?

[@garyusinger]

Maybe a separate mixer that has all of my stuff coming into it?

[@alexanderfdj]

How can I make available all the 16 pads in sampler mode on SERATO? now they are available only 8 in one pad mode :( I want it like in REKORDBOX, maschine or mpc to play on all 16 pads and color them as I want. SERATO is a bit limited here as I tried to remap but they wont color the pads only trigger the bottom down pads..:( I want all the pads to make use of them.

[@praveenshm]

I have sp1 and i dont want to sell it So my question is in any way i can use 8 pads in sp1?

[@Kevr0]

If you connect this to a CDJ 3000 Setup, can you directly control key shifting without a laptop? Maybe make a video demonstrating this with a DJM 900 nxs 2 and CDJ 3000s

[@Crossfader]

The CDJ-3000 can key shift, apologies for the confusion with our last comment!

[@vivienhongliu]

1. What's the name of the song you were sampling in this video? 2. I have the Denon Prime 4, can I connect this XP2 with it?

[@CarlGontheBeat]

Can you still use it if you already paid for a full license of Serato and you do not have any other hardware?

[@jaybizm6562]

Hey! Can the Xps2 open 4 tracks on a 2 channel controller or mixer?

[@StuartBeesoon]

Can i use this with the denon prime 4 for sampler?

[@oscarchank]

how to change fx bate in serato?

[@zac1653]

Is there a way to use serato flip with the parameter buttons? I know they work on other machines but haven't figured it out for the xp2