How To Use DJ Lights With The New Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 (Full Demo)

[@soiceyboy33]

You’re the first person I’ve seen explain this new feature in great detail. Kudos to you! The DJ world wouldn’t be the same without you.

[@digitaldjtips]

Ah, thank you 😀

[@FintanMoloney]

This is amazing stuff. Gives you the feel of having a lighting engineer in something you can easily control and customise yourself. Really impressive how far mobile gear has come along in the past few years and the fact this is as simple as one cable is really convenient.

[@digitaldjtips]

It is! This should encourage many DJs to try lighting for the first time.

[@PhilGaitan]

Thanks Phil after dickering around on the Forums--- Bamb found it with Phil!!!!

[@enprisezzz]

Unreal. This may be the tipping point for upgrading from the ddj1000. This is the only demo on this. Thank you so much!

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome Doug

[@alienjournalism]

I’m currently morphing from underground DJ hero known for mashups to middle-aged mobile DJ and looking to upgrade from my NVII…this thing is like a gift from the gods rn🤩 Thanks for sealing the deal with this vid, looking forward to the deep dive 🙌 🤘👽

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to help!

[@MrJFunk]

Phil always knows how to convince me to buy new DJ toys! Gonna try the ADJ Airstream DMX to also do uplights with this controller.

[@digitaldjtips]

Have fun!

[@THMSOfficial]

I've been in the RB-DMX1 community for a while, but this is the best thing that happened the last years. More people are going to use RB Lighting with the FLX10. So the Rekordbox Team have to invest more work into the lighting mode. 🤙

[@SupSecSquirrel]

You haven't seen the Denon + soundswitch stuff?

[@THMSOfficial]

@@SupSecSquirrel I have but I am using the RB-DMX1 and a DDJ 1000 with Rekordbox 😉

[@digitaldjtips]

Exactly - as I said near the end, the most interesting thing now is that with the RB-DMX1 actually discontinued, this is the ONLY way of using the whole Rekordbox Lighting feature - you have to assume it is the start of a new page in the chapter of all of this for Pioneer DJ.

[@lmilianl]

So basically the support goes down for all the old pioneer gear and you only can use the functions by buying new gear. Classic pioneer move 😄

[@m-stat9]

@@lmilianl aye that's why I switched to team Denon/Numark/Rane/Akai/Soundswitch ;-) SC5000 from 2017 still gets full software updates ‼

[@JoshWaller]

I’ve always found using an external programme and a DMX bridge is so much easier, and I still will use this, even after ordering the FLX-10. I think it’s a nice feature for beginner mobile DJ’s or those who don’t need too much control over lights, but with a few hot keys and a DMX bridge, you can use lightkey on Mac and get full control of all your fixtures. Truly an amazing programme.

[@digitaldjtips]

Good point - but anything that gives beginners a gateway into lighting is great, we think - most people never get that far (or use the dreaded sound-to-light!)

[@MarcAntoineRoss]

Can you use Lightkey with the FLX10? Will Lightkey detect it as a usb dmx controller?

[@sbash3003]

Wow.....things are progressing nicely for the mobile dj. I always look to make things more simple and streamlined. Carrying less gear, having less software to configure, and most importantly, less setup and tear down time is so nice. The Gigbar was a game changer due to it's simplicity, for me. This makes it even more convenient! (I've used the included pedal, freestyler, and soundswitch, but this seems pretty to be a quick solution). thanks for the demo! cheers

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome

[@easychats]

Nice one Phil. You go above and beyond. Something slightly different but keeping it simple for everyone. Thanks.

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@djchubbyc1]

Hi Phill, greetings from Sri Lanka... Iv been following your videos for a long time now and you put in to perspetive what iv been doing for the last 30 odd years... THANK YOU...

[@digitaldjtips]

You're welcome!

[@lms5608]

This is probably my favourite feature of the new flx10!

[@digitaldjtips]

It is certainly unique.

[@samipshah5559]

As usual excellent job Phil. You know how to simplify complex stuff! One question, in this video you connected only one light fixture. Is there a way to add multiple light fixtures? Say for example a gig bar and several uplights and/or additional moving heads. Can the additional DMX light fixtures work wirelessly?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, you just daisychain them with extra DMX leads. Not an expert on wireless DMX, but I guess it would work too.

[@DJCaliente305]

Phil, you are the man! Great breakdown! Question, if plugged in and using serato, will they just go with the music? Keep up the good work, cheers!

[@digitaldjtips]

They'll do nothing until you switch away from DMX, then it's up to you if you choose to set to the sound-to-music feature.

[@michaelegert1284]

Just sick what this new pioneer controller can do. Realy strong💪

[@TheDjgenius]

This looks like a great upgrade from my DDJ SX2

[@ShoeBoxMoses]

Soo good!! Just loaded up teh gig bar 2 and can't wait to get the gig bar move as the next purhase. . . . soo good

[@digitaldjtips]

Glad to have inspired you!

[@music4shane]

This is very exciting. I can't wait to play around with it. Thank you for your videos.

[@digitaldjtips]

You are so welcome!

[@mrovers1973]

Thanx, looks great but…. How easy is it to set limitations for example for your movingheads. Every place I play I need to set the limits so they are not filling up lights behind me instead of the dance floor….

[@digitaldjtips]

We haven't gone any deeper with Rekordbox Lighting at this stage.

[@LEVIJmusic]

I use Rekordbox w/ DDJ-1000 right now. Should I get the DDJ-FLX10 with RB Lighting or Should buy a DDJ-1000 SRT move to Serato and use SoundSwitch? I'm a mobile DJ and need to step up my DMX lighting.

[@digitaldjtips]

If it were me in your position I’d go the FLX10 route

[@LEVIJmusic]

@@digitaldjtips Thank you for answering!!🙏🙏

[@sauropetrolati6048]

Good morning and congratulations for the video, I'm using a translator who doesn't speak English. I would like to know how to configure the lights on the LSX10 via the manual where the channels and everything else are listed but not knowing the brand of the lights Thank you and good day

[@andrewking6604]

thanks for the info. When I tick the box it just means I have to hold in a hot cue button to keep it playing and when I let go the song stops. What I’m interested in is when I play a track to a certain point and press pause I want it to stutter like a cdj does so I can use the jog wheel to get exactly my cue point.

[@digitaldjtips]

Ah right! No, not possible on controllers

[@erikem5753]

Lovely video! I have a question. Have exactly the same equipment. But the moving heads only shows color, no gobo effects. Is that a setting somewhere?

[@larryfoy9444]

It's amazing how the times have changed, this is pretty cool so seeing how the lights go to a sing but how do they work while your mixing? Like would you have to change the manually, do you have to pre program them or will they go automatically on their own while you're mixing?

[@digitaldjtips]

They will work automatically

[@karl.alkbrenner]

Totally awesome. Thanks a lot for this Video ❤

[@digitaldjtips]

My pleasure 😊

[@stnation5895]

Awesome video Phil, can I use a wireless transmitter to the first light? Then use dmx cable to next lights? Or will it only use dmx cord. You rock sir. Thank you. Big fan of you guys!

[@digitaldjtips]

Wireless DMX should work although I am no expert

[@PhilipDuePedersen]

Awesome, wonder if it will be supported by Serato (sometime)

[@digitaldjtips]

They'd have to add a whole lighting mode, but never say never!

[@antoniolockhart21]

I set up my fixtures but I have 16 Both Lighting IR-4. When I look at the options in the left, it gives me Par Light 1-4. I'm not sure how that works. I have 16 lights with 4 options. Is there any information you can give me? Thanks and great video.

[@jpgemelomix4118]

Wooowwwww is amazing, thanks for that video, I’m a mobile dj 🎧 and that software is perfect 👍, good job my friend

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for watching

[@jpgemelomix4118]

Do me a favor please I’m trying to use dmx lighting mode in my flx10 but the program doesn’t recognize the beam 275 moving headlights 😢I don’t know which one of the fixtures I have to take , thanks

[@jamesalan7041]

Now this is dope Does this cost money like sound switch software or does it come with recordbox

[@digitaldjtips]

It is part of Rekordbox.

[@robsmillie3647]

Awesome as always, thank you!

[@digitaldjtips]

My pleasure!

[@TheChugzee]

Awesome vid as alway. Is there a deep dive video with this set up. Would be helpful to get a look at its full capability

[@TheChugzee]

Aslo, is a 5 pin lead needed or is 3 pins enough,?

[@digitaldjtips]

There is a deeper dive, inside the Rekordbox 6 Made Easy course.

[@sahilrazakhan9044]

You are good dj Sir

[@digitaldjtips]

So nice

[@m-stat9]

The DMX port is convenient! But Rekordbox Lighting is still lacluster compared to SoundSwitch. And I miss a standalone solution without laptop, maybe in future? Btw great video Phil. Would love to see more LJ related content on your channel!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for sharing! Yes, this is by Pioneer DJ's own admission not an all-singing, all-dancing solution - more for dabblers and "one-person bands" at this stage. We did think it was cool though!

[@stevenharris7862]

Great video and guidance thanks mate. Just wandering what lights you are using and how you managed to get them all plugged into one cable to go into the controller ?🎶🎶🎶

[@digitaldjtips]

It is the Chauvet Gigbar

[@djsmuru]

Does the light show includes gobo changing on moving heads? I think it was lacking that on the RB-DMX1 and wanted to know if it’s the same for this controller. Thanks for the great review.

[@eduardosalinas2247]

Can the Flx10 do this with the American DJ Dotz TPar System?

[@kieranhiggs2456]

This is awesome. Can this dmx lighting support feature also work with Serato? Or only on rekordbox? Cheers.

[@digitaldjtips]

Only Rekordbox.

[@allentastic]

Cool vid! I wish you would’ve used some crazier music to see how it handles it though

[@digitaldjtips]

Next time

[@coscelebrations]

Would this controller also work with Serato and a Wolfmix?

[@P4JJP]

Great video! Can the pad mode mapping be used with an XP2, potentially allowing another person to control lights? Also, on a slightly different subject: does the flx-10 usb C connections charge/power the laptop? ❤

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, it can be used from any Midi controller including the XP2, as it is all mappable. And I don't "*think* it charges the laptop, but I am not sure.

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

That’s brilliant - I wonder if Jmaz has been added

[@digitaldjtips]

No idea on that!

[@DJTHRILLER]

What! That’s so cool 😮

[@xhuntdawgx2869]

Do you need a Dmx controller still? I can’t get my ADJ VPar Pak to work with my FLX 10. Help please

[@anthonyg8435]

Curious, what if you can't find your lights listed. For example I have 2 wall wash light bars from Amazon. Pretty cool but it's a cheap Chinese brand. How would that work with the ddj-flex10?

[@stuungar3390]

Wow, just wow! Does VDJ have a similar light set up? If not, I'm going to Rekordbox

[@digitaldjtips]

No, although you can use SoundSwitch with Virtual DJ.

[@stuungar3390]

@Digital DJ Tips - thanks for replying, I think the VDJ scouts will have watched your video, and are now on the case. Brilliant bit of thinking by Rekordbox

[@DJ_PHILCO79]

Does virtual dj offer something similar to this type of features

[@digitaldjtips]

I don't think so but you can use SoundSwitch with Virtual DJ that is similar to this

[@luftspiel]

Great Video 👍 is it possible to select the action area of a Moving Head?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, you can

[@revakna]

What about the moving heads? Is there a way to set up the tilt and pan?

[@eugenesemuhins8325]

Do I need a special DMX cable or any XLR will be good?

[@digitaldjtips]

No expert, but we used an XLR!

[@rigoceja9874]

Phil, great video! I jusy bought two 150W Moving Heads, I use serato, will that effect dj lighting? I have a DDJ-FLX 10 as well, forgot to mention. Will I need to buy a dmx controller?

[@digitaldjtips]

You can only control lighting directly from the FLX10 with Rekordbox.

[@rigoceja9874]

@@digitaldjtips Got it, I'm not a reKordbox user. Do you happen to have an overall rekordbox user guide?

[@DJLEOdamadprofessor]

So I used rbdmx at time to control a lot of lights! I like the idea however the shows should be alittle more dynamic especially with the gig bars/versaflex they should commit some resource to specific setting for those as so many DJ’s use the gig bars! For me they just weren’t dynamic enough! Also the moving head position and limit is not intuitive I just want my lights to stay in front not behind and trying to set that is rediculous! It is a great idea and the legitimate main reason why I’ll be buying the flx10!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks for the detailed feedback, we'll keep a tab on how this develops - it does appear that Pioneer DJ is serious about Rekordbox Lighting, so let's see!

[@TastySanchez]

What happens if you cant find your lighting setup in rekordbox. Does that the feature is useless or can you manually map it?

[@KenRick2010]

Awesome light show 😎

[@digitaldjtips]

It sure is

[@DJEli253]

Nice! Thanks for that. Is this dmx lighting compatible with VDJ yet?

[@digitaldjtips]

Not as of now

[@DJEli253]

@@digitaldjtips bummer. Thanks.

[@kenoba]

What if we have different brands of lights? Lets say adj pocket pro for moving head, and somr other spotlights?

[@digitaldjtips]

you should be able to get them all working ok

[@seanchipudhla8565]

Thanks phil, what if my light isnt on the list

[@DJ007PACE]

Great video. 🎉

[@digitaldjtips]

Thank you!

[@_cr8ive_]

Fantastic...🫡🫡🫡🔥🔥🔥🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@digitaldjtips]

Thanks 🤗

[@PichettoFratame]

Amazing demo! Makes me really interested in the FLX10. If I don't wanna buy one (looks like it's the only one right now with direct DMX support) is there anything else I can buy to interface Rekordbox with DMX? (besides RB-DMX1) And same question for Serato DJ Pro, if I don't get a Soundswitch is there anything else one can get? I'm completely new in the DMX area

[@digitaldjtips]

No, you need the FLX10 for DMX with Rekordbox.

[@PichettoFratame]

@@digitaldjtips so that’s the only option for DMX with rekordbox right now?

[@Sander2k]

Can you show the "Deck Select: Dual" mode? Can I manipulate channel 1+3 at the same time with the jogweel? If that is the case, it might be finally possible to use Sxratch Visualizer on a controller (without DVS, dont know if other controllers can do that as well). With a Serato/Rekordbox timecode signal on channel 3 + the scratch sound on channel 1. Cannot wait to give it a try on my own!

[@adriano6k]

Just like you recommended the Minirig speaker as a small compact speaker for DJ controllers, do you have a recommendation for mini light(s) thatll work with the DDJ FLX10?

[@digitaldjtips]

The ones we use are a good all-rounder, the Chauvet DJ Gig Bar

[@stefaanhoste5654]

How many fixtures can you connect / are controlabel wiht it?

[@stnation5895]

Are you going to do a video on the lighting with the ddjflx 10?

[@digitaldjtips]

Not sure I understand, that is what this is?

[@stnation5895]

@@digitaldjtips to go over in more detail the lighting in the unit...lol

[@louguzzo4977]

That is cool

[@IamTHEbestHUNTER]

what if i have 2 light bars? how to connect them?

[@Africansoundboy]

Does the same tutorial/guidelines work for Serato DJ?

[@digitaldjtips]

No

[@stnation5895]

I have the same computer screen and it's missing the auto button on the light section. I only have Manuel button. I'm also using chav wash fx hex lights and they do nothing but flash red. Even with strobe off. My rings on jog wheel don't glow any colors when stems is pushed. Last thing any idea on why when I load a new song with the scroll know it starts to play. Sometimes it loads and don't play.. any help would be great. Thanks

[@andrewking6604]

I'm new to controller djing and wondering if you can help? first is how to get the stutter pause on the flx10, AND, if i have older lights id there a way to get them to work even though they aren't listed in the rekordbox library?

[@digitaldjtips]

Under Controller > Deck in your Rekordbox preferences, scroll down to "HOT CUE" and tick the box where it says, "During Pause, GATE playback is applied". Yes, light can be programmed manually, in theory at least. Not done it though.

[@DJsteviesteve301]

What is that little controller to the right of the FLX10? Is that something that is required for this to work?

[@digitaldjtips]

Just our studio production gear

[@djadammorgan]

I run my lighting wirelessly (Chauvet movers, uplighting, and washes) Am I still able to plug my D Fi hub into the FLX10 and use it that way?

[@digitaldjtips]

I don't know the answer to that I am afraid, but I would guess there is a way.

[@randalwilkins7757]

Can I factory reset my ddj flx10 and how?

[@freshkisimotheshow]

Does it only works with Rekorbox and not SERATO DJ?

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes, only with Rekordbox.

[@captainchaos1360]

when you said plugged it into there …. where is there ? is that a separate bit of hardware or did it come with the lights ?

[@digitaldjtips]

You plug your DMX lights directly into the FLX10

[@djstevetexasusa]

didn't see the question below, but does the DMX light only works with Rekordbox? What about Serato?

[@digitaldjtips]

Only with Rekordbox

[@ulrichstocker3514]

Is that also working with the DDJ400, or is it only working with the FLX?

[@digitaldjtips]

Only FLX10 has the socket.

[@robertschnobert9090]

Thank you! 🌈

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re welcome 😊

[@bennettproductions711]

Do you think they will ever make this compatible with Serato? I don’t really want to make the switch to Rekordbox but will consider if they don’t

[@digitaldjtips]

Don't think so, no.

[@TerrapinCreations666]

I’m guessing this isn’t possible in Serato?

[@digitaldjtips]

You’re correct

[@nosyncro]

Can you connect it directly to the light console or you need DMX like the one in the video?

[@digitaldjtips]

not sure what you're asking, we connected our lights directly to the unit (no separate controller)

[@Harrypm3]

I did all of the steps you have shown above and I'm not getting anything. I cannot see and analyzing of sons or anything what am I doing wrong?

[@digitaldjtips]

not sure from what you've told us

[@janklaasen1014]

So I have a pioneer XZ. I also have DMX lights that are just hooked up to a DMX Controller. I have a XZ but I use 4 decks so I always use rekordbox when playing the XZ. MY question. Is it possible? to achieve all that you have shown in this video. With the XZ? And if the answer is yes. How do I do that?

[@digitaldjtips]

You'd need the DMX-1 Rekordbox control box but they don't make them any more.

[@janklaasen1014]

@@digitaldjtips How thoughtful of them. Thanks for your reply. I am seriously considering selling the XZ and going for a Prime 4. I use 4 decks and a sampler. And Denon did not have a sampler. So I hook up My laptop on the XZ. But Denon does have a sampler. And their DMX control is great. I do really like the PAD FX which is really unique to Rekordbox. I really love how you can customize them and use them a lot.

[@DINU_R]

Can we use the lights even with ddj-flx4?

[@digitaldjtips]

no

[@josep7831]

How do this work on serato,I want to be ready for when I buy some lights for my ddj flx10

[@digitaldjtips]

It doesn't

[@josep7831]

@@digitaldjtipswhat do i need to put lights with it to make it work

[@EJSVARZ]

Can the light grid be turned off?

[@stnation5895]

I put on one chavet flex 2 wash light and I don't have an auto. It's just a manual button. Also it makes me switch to the deck I'm playing on . That could be because it's just one light for practice.

[@digitaldjtips]

We have no idea - this was literally our first ever experience with Rekordbox Lighting.

[@TheCrisolayvar]

Im also having the same problem and e mailed the RB guys if im missing some firmware updates

[@mikkjomusic]

Is it possible to controll a fog machine aswell?

[@digitaldjtips]

Probably not, but not sure

[@HappySoxx_Tevin]

Hi, can you use disco lights without a dmx controller?

[@digitaldjtips]

Most have a "sound to light" function, so yes.

[@HappySoxx_Tevin]

@@digitaldjtips so what does make them work, such as programs/ software etc. And how do I connect them? Also what type of entry level brands would you recommend (for SA users). Can you kindly illustrate how you would connect them to DJ controllers without dmx controllers.

[@marcodurazo2623]

Amazing!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@spibu6207]

Do I need a dmx controller or could I just connect my lighting system directly into the flx10 and control it with rekordbox?

[@digitaldjtips]

Connect directly.

[@vjice_]

@@digitaldjtips what if you at a show djing can you connect to the main dmx the one thats in control of all the lights or you need plug direct to the lights😭

[@Ghazkul666]

Can you make this work with DDJ-FLX4? If you pay for pioneer rekordbox

[@digitaldjtips]

Yes but I don't think you'll be able to get the pads to work without manually Midi mapping them.

[@vosahloj]

Great demonstration! I will definitely wait with the controller upgrade until FLX10 is available. BTW, I am no able to recognise the controller on the left of FLX10. What model is it?

[@digitaldjtips]

Rane Four

[@1antwiboat1]

Does the control have grouping fixtures?

[@digitaldjtips]

We haven't had time to look any deeper at Rekordbox Lighting at this stage

[@sandsmarc]

What if your fixtures are more professional and don’t have a profile available. Can you build your own fixture profile? I’m sure low level Chauvet DJ and ADJ Fixtures will be included, but there are millions of other stage lights that I’m sure won’t be included in the basic pre-built profiles offered by Pioneer. I need to be able to build my own for these fixtures. Is it possible?

[@digitaldjtips]

I am pretty sure you can do so, but we haven't had time to dig any deeper yet - this was our very first experience with Rekordbox Lighting.

[@Fuerstdragoon]

is there no possibility to use the function with serato? maybe with an other software? don't want to switch to recordbox only because of this feature....

[@digitaldjtips]

Similar is possible with an app called SoundSwitch with Serato

[@Fuerstdragoon]

@@digitaldjtips is it right I got only a trial version for recordbox with ddj flx10?

[@Fuerstdragoon]

@@digitaldjtips do I need the hardware too or only the software from SoundSwitch? Cause the flx10 have a DMX out...

[@Mdnesseptx]

Is this available for Serato as well?

[@digitaldjtips]

No

[@Dannyfr33sh]

can you do this with serato or other software if i use serato?

[@digitaldjtips]

You can achieve similar with a piece of software called SoundSwitch when using Serato.

[@simranpal8517]

Can you do one video with sreato

[@digitaldjtips]

Lighting doesn't work with Serato

[@FENDEL_PR]

Does this work for controller DDJ - 1000?

[@digitaldjtips]

No, the DDJ-FLX10 is the only controller with the built-in DMX lead. BUT... if you can find a (discontinued) RB-DMX1 box, it could.

[@IanDeVos]

Nice!

[@digitaldjtips]

Thank you! Cheers!