Pioneer DJ DJM-S11 - The 12 Things You NEED To Know - First REVIEW

[@deejaydiabolic]

Just woke up 30 minutes ago and outta nowhere, this mixer is all over my timeline...needless to say, I just pre-ordered it

[@digitaldjtips]

Awesome! Enjoy :)

[@kieronphillips2795]

How have you found it since you bought it..I'm looking at buying s11..is it worth the money @ 1800£

[@MarcusGalvan]

This thing is crazy. I’m only halfway through the video and I think it’s gonna be my favorite mixer ever

[@digitaldjtips]

Ha ha we know how you feel Marcus :)

[@iammoz]

Been DJing since starting on belt-drives 25 yrs ago.. when I started there was no guide or KZbin, and I thought you had to manually count the BPM of every track, calculate the % difference in speed, then adjust the pitch accordingly haha! But just to say huge respect Phil and glad DJ Tips is doing so well - Your vids are awesome and no pretentiousness is even better. All the best mate 👊

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks a lot David! :)

[@pcwexhaustmods]

Lol, I started djing in 96, didn't know anyone who djd and obviously no Internet to help, I used maths to try to work it out as well and really struggled, it actually took a night of lsd to figure it out and I was off djing after that 😆

[@calimangrower1590]

All the summer vacations sweating in the garage learning how to mix and scratch 😅

[@mikesterloc]

As a kid of the 80s I remember stealing money from my mum and dad to hit up the record shops. I remember the first thing I did was to physically count how many beats per minute and mark it on the corner of the sleeve. Glad I don't have to do that anymore...although I do miss the early Saturday morning train ride into the city as a 12 year old. The world was so big back then. My 12 year old wont even walk to the end of our street...

[@priyonjoni]

Great review, Phil!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks Pri!

[@MixMasterG]

Great comprehensive overview of the major functions of the S11. Love the join track functions indeed. great job Phil, thanks

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you found it useful!

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

so Pioneer have finally updated the S9.Its well laid out has a very nice screen with one or two very cool features.Much of the extra whistles and bells might be more then i need and of course there is the Pioneer tax but unlike their flagship players this thing is a well laid out well thought out good looking mixer with some killer features.The big obstacle is price but it has been that way for some time.The limited edition of this is fab

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes agree re the limited edition, shame it is not the same price though as the regular edition.

[@DJKISSchitown]

I love the limited edition model also. The price is my dilemma too. Having access to deck 3 and 4 means blends can be easier to make on the fly. This is the feature that is calling my name. Along with smooth echo!

[@DJDeei]

The smooth echo feature is really useful & a great addition all the other things are just extra things I don't use at the present time but thank you very helpful 👏👍

[@digitaldjtips]

No problem, thanks for watching!

[@johnparker8270]

Nice to see turntables getting features we as controller Djs had nearly 10 years ago with the original sx😂. Never really understood why they got rid of dual deck mode on the sx 2. It was a cool feature for 4 deck mixing.

[@digitaldjtips]

Yeah agreed re dual decks mode!

[@giancarlo4756]

i own the sx2, you can do dual deck mode by hitting both or the decks (1&3 or 2&4) at the same time.. ;p it was only the buttons that missing..

[@johnparker8270]

@ yeah someone else already pointed this out, my bad🙂

[@ebull666]

Best explanation of this mixer Ive seen Thanks !

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome

[@dj_sobia]

I was so close to get my hands on the rane 70 but i got a sign from god to wait and now I’m thankful 😂🔥🔥🔥 Can’t wait to get this dope mixer with the 12 mkII 😩♥️🔥

[@digitaldjtips]

Haha! Enjoy :)

[@erussell7006]

Wait for mine.

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

the layout is great.The pad section is nuts but in a good way.The hardware side which my thing is top notch.I doubt i will do much deep diving into the multitude of options on the screen but having the browser and wave forms right in front of you is great.

[@digitaldjtips]

There is definitely a lot to take in, and a lot of thought has gone into some of these more advanced functions.

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

the mash up function is cool.

[@digitaldjtips]

Agreed :)

[@rukusbeats576]

So stoked for this. Ordered and on the way!

[@digitaldjtips]

Nice! Enjoy :)

[@djpho]

The soundcard is 32 Bit and the Phono Preamps are improved 🙌🏻

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for adding that 13th and 14h point djpho! what do you think of the mixer overall?

[@djpho]

@@digitaldjtips Its design and functionality are amazing! I liked the fact that some of the DJM909 effects are included. I did a routine using one of those effects kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3u0houJqtqkfq8

[@digitaldjtips]

@@djpho Thanks for sharing!

[@kamzqrwa]

That’s the one which intrest me,have dj808 now and as stand alone conected to my decks play very poor.

[@ClectaSkiMusic]

Super cool unit, thanks Mr. Phil

[@digitaldjtips]

No problem!

[@georgeapperly6269]

Just bought this mixer and massively impressed great bit of kit. One thing I’m struggling with is - is there a way to “move” loops. On the SX2 you could make a loop and then jump that loop forward or back. Can this be done on the S11?

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

My last comment is on the smooth echo which if i had this thing would be on most of the time.

[@digitaldjtips]

Cool :)

[@ianmatthews1724]

Excellent review there mate, learnt loads there!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks Ian!

[@DocFUNKist]

Thanks Phil, I'm really hoping the Vinyl preamps have really been improved, please give us a feedback at your earliest convenience.

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes apparently they have.

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

they have

[@razzywhitehead]

I went from the djm-909 to the rane 72 over the s9 because it seemed like the better progression. Even with all the features I STILL say that 909 was my favourite mixer of all time. Now the 909 special edition of this mixer has absolutely got me buzzing! I know I can map my 72 to do most of this stuff but I’m still going to try and convince my wife that I ‘need’ this 😂

[@digitaldjtips]

Good luck!

[@jimc1499]

I got this mixer last month after having the rane 72 for 1 year just for the multi decks. If rane does a software update for 4 decks will probably use the rane 72 more. Both mixers are top of the game. Pioneer comes out more expensive though

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for sharing your experiences Jim.

[@huwwackman]

I can see some of these feature being implemented into the CDJ 3000, especially as it's processor is extremely fast now.. I knew Pioneer had the tech, they were just waiting to drop bombs.

[@digitaldjtips]

What features do you think they may bring across?

[@chadnliz2k11]

Awesome video Phil

[@digitaldjtips]

Thank you

[@djtoled]

The real question is when does the "S-10" without the touchscreen for $500 less come out?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, that is the thought in the community too! )

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Big facts cause I know they have to have one lol

[@djsickness6714]

Just dropped the S7

[@jaidentrey7517]

i guess it's kind of randomly asking but do anyone know of a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?

[@terrellbyron6593]

@Jaiden Trey try flixzone. Just google for it :)

[@jeangabriel2640]

apologies I meant DVS " it's with all the same functions your saying with original tt;s and all the effects etc with time coded vinyl ? thanks nice vid !

[@digitaldjtips]

The new Pioneer TTs are cool but not necessary for feature-packed DVS mixing if you pair them with a controller mixer like this.

[@jeangabriel2640]

your switching my mind perhaps if I really need after I got the s11 with tt;s and Time recorded vinyl vs Also getting to add the preordered Pioneer new DVS PLY tt's ? or should I still get the new pioneer dvs PLY dvd tt's all this is new to me seems like the mixer does it all?..... so again should I still keep the Pioneer DVS tts or send them back and just get some regular technic's tt's as I still have a great collection of regular vinyl! but last thing is watching this video your using usual it's and the mixer is doing everything ????? mad thanks my friend ! ty kick ass vid

[@nicholasharalambidis2884]

Which Pioneer mixer would you recommend for mixing house music? In 2023....

[@johngeorge5684]

WOW

[@bmanhemi4ever903]

I have the Rane 72 with 2 Rane 12's and I am really looking at swapping out my 72 for this mixer.

[@digitaldjtips]

Really? What is it about the 72 that makes you want to switch?

[@jeangabriel2640]

are you using regular non dvd like the new pioneer dvd decks as I already preordered the new pioneer ply cross dvd it's starting to to think its overkill

[@user-su7yd8ew7x]

How do you set the sample for cue points.

[@erussell7006]

Good job as usual Phil. Great mixer. Do you think it's worth upgrading from my SX2 (w/flip, pn't) to the S11 with a pair of Twelve Mk2's? Or what alternative turntable would you suggest?

[@digitaldjtips]

Unless you can put into words a good reason why you want to do this, no! Some of these Serato functions will come to your SX2 in time, and you already have a powerful system.

[@erussell7006]

@@digitaldjtips Thanks! It's a want, not a need.

[@SherwinBajao]

Wow 4 decks and 2 channels!

[@digitaldjtips]

Pretty cool :)

[@davidpalmer5102]

Pioneer as done it again

[@digitaldjtips]

Definitely pulled out all the stops with this one!

[@davidpalmer5102]

Wish that if they could let these tuff more affordable for us in jamaica.i really need one like now

[@digitaldjtips]

Thankfully there are a lot of choices at the lower end of the market

[@iamandynewton]

this mixer is IMPRESSIVE ! I got to say well done Pioneer. do you see a future where the pads will work on the cdj3000 without any dvs plugged in ?

[@zappers1000]

Carlo artendido posted a mix of him doing this today!

[@iamandynewton]

@@zappers1000 serato was plugged

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, HID mode for Serato when it comes will do that, maybe they already work with Rekordbox, we haven't tested that yet.

[@willvargas4477]

Would of been nice if pioneer had there own Rane 12 to go with that mixer.

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, agreed!

[@jasondjaybaron1389]

@phasedj haha

[@KwagGarsa]

Does it work in HID mode with Phase?

[@jersey21212121]

I need to know how to activate slicer without Loop? I hold the shift button and slicer at the same time. I'm trying to play each bar without looping when in slicer mode. I notice the mixer says (Slicer Loop) how about slicer with No Loop that's what I'm trying to do.

[@phinds1]

OMG! I've got a DJM-909 and this is the obvious successor to it. Wish I could afford it but I can't so I'll keep my 909.LOL

[@digitaldjtips]

Yeah! Definitely a lot of 909 heritage here, especially in the special 909 edition!

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

theres a limited edition of this mixer that you will like

[@phinds1]

@@DanielleKingdjdinosaur yeah,, I saw it! That price though,,,,, out of my budget but maybe one day!!

[@DJKISSchitown]

I used to want a 909 and seeing this makes me want to take the leap. If only I had the funds now.

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

@@DJKISSchitown time to start saving

[@Nutzo247]

This is a BEAST... But does this unlock or work with RekordBox?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, it does - both.

[@chrisrobinson753]

Can anybody explain to me how I can change the tempo on the parameter?

[@djbitran]

Hi, the fader on DJM S11 invert side 1 to 2 normally but the fader pre listen not change together. in my S9 when i will gonna make the same movement it change together. Somebody know what can be ?

[@EntreCeleb]

Do you think pioneer will come out with a replacement to the S11 (like a S13) since it’s been 3 years?

[@digitaldjtips]

Not any time soon

[@MrBobDigits]

Hey Phil! If I wanted to spin both house music and some scratching, is this mixer worth it? Or should I consider the 900 instead? I don’t like that there are not 4 dedicated channels but like the pad mode on the mixer for turntables

[@digitaldjtips]

You identify a definite point of difference. If you mainly want to mix, with a bit of scratching, and need those extra channels (most people truthfully don't), the 900 is the better bet - but you're right that having the controller (eg pad) functions is a definite plus for the S-series mixers.

[@KwagGarsa]

Using Serato, can the screen on the mixer be used instead of the laptop screen? I.E. Laptop running Serato whilst it's lid is closed.

[@digitaldjtips]

No, although it is designed to save you having to look at the laptop too much.

[@KwagGarsa]

@@digitaldjtips Pity. Thanks.

[@MrAirplane1]

Love my new Pioneer DJ DJM-s11 mixer but when I hooked my pioneer PLX-1000 turntables to the mixer I can’t control the decks on my Mac Laptop the music plays but can’t scratch or control the decks what do I need to do do I need to get a software update

[@digitaldjtips]

Are you in Internal mode? If so you need to switch to Relative or Absolute mode.

[@konman9424]

What the model of MacBook Pro is recommended for using this mixer for long periods of time? I have a 15 model

[@digitaldjtips]

Should be fine

[@SherwinBajao]

Will any of these software features be enabled in older controllers and mixers?

[@digitaldjtips]

Not sure, that'd be up to Serato. I suspect some may be.

[@jayneural]

Anyone can confirm if it’s USB Class Compliant Audio and MIDI ?

[@tallras1]

Question Phil, how does the touch screen transfer tonthe Serato software, is it on the laptop as well, or simply on the mixer?

[@digitaldjtips]

The laptop shows the usual Serato waveforms, and if you choose to have Serato display its waveform vertically, then yes - the waveforms on the laptop appear similar to those on the mixer.

[@AndersBakfeldt]

I suppose everything on the ddj xp2 is included somehow on the S11? No need to get the XP2?

[@digitaldjtips]

No, but quite a lot is.

[@timpell]

Dual Deck Control isn't really new! That feature has been available on the DDJ-SX1/2/3 controllers.

[@digitaldjtips]

That's true, but it's the first time in a standalone mixer.

[@anthonym808]

Does this mean I can use 2 cdjs as “dual layered” ?4 decks with 2 cdjs ? I know there will be some time before this works with Serato. Thanks Phil !

[@digitaldjtips]

In theory, but as you say, not with Serato any time soon.

[@ethandelafontaine]

just buy denon if you want to do that

[@giancarlo4756]

Hey Phil, will the scratch bank available to other dj hardware such as the seventy?

[@digitaldjtips]

We assume so at some point

[@giancarlo4756]

@@digitaldjtips yeah let's hope that it does, really great to have that options in the rane hardware...

[@gscorpion100]

What's the difference between the S-11 and the S-11 SE?

[@digitaldjtips]

Just the paint job.

[@user-su7yd8ew7x]

Is it safe to run Rane MK II with the DJM S-11.

[@digitaldjtips]

Safe? Yeah it's safe.

[@jersey21212121]

opinion which looks better with the Rane 12s mkii Pioneer S11 regular or SE?

[@digitaldjtips]

They're both doing a pretty good job in the looks department :)

[@blessmanombo8355]

S11 looks bonkus with 12's

[@jersey21212121]

@@digitaldjtips okay I ordered the regular S11 I think that's going to look better with my setup. It would have been nice if they would have kept the painted stripes below the crossfader sampler & Cue just like the SE

[@blaquerain79]

What kind of laptop stand is that?

[@digitaldjtips]

djtips.co/stand

[@WazzyTV]

is this Wirth upgrading from pioneer s9

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes!

[@DanielHernandez-cu6ll]

Does anybody know if I can pair serato with cdj 3000 and pioneer s11?

[@digitaldjtips]

CDJ-3000s are not Serato compatible yet but it is coming. You could use them as DVS decks though.

[@JKtheDJDJJK]

How do I adjust the microphone echo?

[@digitaldjtips]

www.manualslib.com/manual/2048694/Pioneer-Dj-Djm-S11.html?page=48 :)

[@JKtheDJDJJK]

@@digitaldjtips Thank you...it was literally right in front off my face...lolol

[@christopherwright4344]

Did Pioneer remove the sampler FX?

[@digitaldjtips]

No! Sampler FX shares the same button as the smooth echo. To activate it, hold shift and click smooth echo. It will blink and the sampler FX will be on. Having sampler FX set to master will only give you half intensity. Allocating it to A instead will give you more intensity.

[@christopherwright4344]

@@digitaldjtips awesome! Thanks!

[@zanetorkington4877]

Can you dj innit without a laptop?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes you can but it's much better paired with a laptop, it becomes just a bog standard mixer without it

[@playlistshift]

Ducking echo makes analogue digital. I'm searching for the thing in shops. Nope. Reviewer with the elite supply. Hours! Gives me a chance to wish for the budget. I still want to not need a laptop. Hot off the presses.

[@subkulturebeats]

Do you need Serato SL4 to use the 4 tracks or does SL2 work?

[@djfredgarde702]

Not necessarity it has DVS for both Serato DJ & Rekordbox

[@digitaldjtips]

You need SL4.

[@kielhall8363]

Pioneer is trying to catch RANE

[@mv8897]

This one blew all rane mixers away imo...the king is back!!

[@dj_sobia]

@@mv8897 exactly 😂😂😂😂😂

[@kielhall8363]

For now the future is near don’t think Rane is sleeping no no there watching

[@SherwinBajao]

The 14 things you NEED to know. lol

[@digitaldjtips]

12 ;)

[@SherwinBajao]

@@digitaldjtips bonus tips don't count? Lol

[@DJAngusTV]

No doubt this mixer is amazing...But to me its just overkill and complex.. Also we heard Pioneer say they made the CDJ 3000 basic because they did not want to confuse DJs with the unnecessary standard features available on all other DJ equipment and for that you pay more - But get this, with less standard features??? Okay if you say so Pioneer... Then how do you explain the overkill on this mixer? Just marketing I'd say...

[@digitaldjtips]

It is not complicated at all on the surface. It is actually a very simple mixer, by design - because it is aimed at performance / battle / scratch DJs who need to instinctively use mixers without a learning curve or complications. But those very same people also want to be able to differentiate themselves from the pack, so it has a HUGE array of extras that can be mastered, manipulated and dipped into as and when the DJ requires. This is a specialised mixer for a specialised use case - it is not meant for general DJing.

[@DJAngusTV]

@@digitaldjtips I suppose you are right... Just a little time spent on it would help to get one familiar with its workings.

[@DeejayWilly]

pioneer is combining both cdjs and controllers worlds together and its a nice idea but made a complete mess > cdj 3000 is a joke and the djm s11 is a downgrade

[@digitaldjtips]

I am not sure most CDJ-2000 users or DJM-S9 users would agree with you on either of those points...

[@DeejayWilly]

@@digitaldjtips for the price and features that the cdj 3000 and s11 offers there are much cheaper alternatives. For instance denon 6000 or even the older 5000.in my opinion what both of then can offer me as a dj more than ddjsz or rzx

[@blessmanombo8355]

Hahaha u got jokes what mixer is better than a s11

[@DeejayWilly]

@@blessmanombo8355 dont be a blind follower or slave to a brand djm 2000 and s9 is way better than the s11

[@deebee388]

£1800 tho wtf

[@digitaldjtips]

Similar price to the old one

[@MrAirplane1]

Love the new pioneer DJDJMS 11 mixer but when I hook my two pioneer turntables up to the mixer I can’t get the decks to turn the music play the deck stern but I can’t get them to scratch nothing with the turntables what do I do

[@digitaldjtips]

Try switching to Relative or Absolute mode.