Pioneer DDJ 200 Review (+ Detailed Walkthrough)

The brand new DDJ 200 smart controller is the most affordable and smallest controller from Pioneer DJ. Today DJ Holland takes a look the controller, the applications it works with and the various performance features onboard!
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[@realericsoulfly]

Best review about the DDJ 200 on YT. It helps me a lot. THX Mate.

[@Crossfader]

23 July 2019 Update! Pioneer DJ WeDJ for android has now been updated to work with the DDJ 200! Update your app in the Play Store today and let us know your thoughts!

[@MediaEasier]

seems cant access Spotify through WeDJ for android, unless you know how to?

[@MBungz]

@@MediaEasier Download Djay.

[@MediaEasier]

@@MBungz thanks man but Djay don't seem to work with DDJ 200, needs a midi device

[@MrMiD.Life.Crisis]

Why is yours so reactive and mine takes seconds for anything to happen?

[@Samuel_Jamieson]

I would D love to know if the app works with ddj400

[@WhySoBroke]

Thank you sooooo much! Perfect tutorial!

[@stevellaustin]

Good video. I was skeptical but it got it for it small size to carry around the house to use with my iPad. It actually works well on Web DJ(for iPhone) Speaking of WebDJ, I am using the iPhone version on my iPad and it seems to work well. You expand full screen so it looks it was made for you iPad.

[@_zippomusic]

Thanks for this bro, I now know how to use it, thanks so much

[@yBeegaman]

Got the ddj200 for 40$ and I feel like im really getting the hang of Djing, this tutorial's made me understand the machine alot!

[@ElGordo4454]

How do you add music? Can you use Spotify?

Huh, this is actually a good practice piece for digital DJing, or for letting your kid try out DJing if he/she thinks it's their thing! Large tempo faders = good practice for pitch riding!

[@Crossfader]

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[@junglelove9389]

I have a DDJ RZ plugged into studio monitors and a couple drum machines & synths. Needless to say I have cables running all over the place. So I've absolutely had it with having to unplug all my gear to take it into the backyard for a BBQ or to a family event at my relatives or homies house. I mainly use my gear for recording podcasts for mixcloud or making tunes and mash ups. A few days ago I bought a powered speaker tower on wheels because unplugging my monitors has gotten tiresome. This speaker tower combined with this little guy is exactly what I was looking for. Now I can leave the flagship (DDJ-RZ) in the studio plugged into all my gear but have a cool little mobile rig for BBQs and wot not. Thumbs up from me. 👍👍 Obviously not trying to rock a proper venue with this gear but perfect for lil family and friend events such as BBQ's, birthdays, lil backyard weddings, mini raves (if you party like we then you already know what I mean) or just hanging with the homies. Dope! I'm getting mine this weekend! Boom!

[@arielus]

Awesome review, very thorough. Loved it Great controller for just playing out at home without spending a small fortune :)

[@MultiMonjas]

How to use this for virtual dj

[@morpheus-transformyourdrea4171]

Superb review

[@maddenfootballtalk6544]

Like what's fkd is you need a subscription to use your controller, certain aspects are prohibited from using unless you are paying to use all the features.. like I paid for this I should be able to use it without any bs subscription ugh

[@ChrisRulewski]

Thanks for the vid! What is your opinion between the 200 and the Wego4?

[@StoneCut]

Good review.

[@Myles989]

As a novice, can I set this up to my PC/Mac and use the apps recommend for the phone?

[@stevemcdonald1164]

Really great tutorial can I use pioneer bluetooth speakers and bluetooth headphones with this?

[@ipodtutorials77]

Hey guys. My bose speaker has a delay when exporting audio, is there any way I can manipulate and fix this delay on the Djay app?

[@thestylishapex782]

Great review!

[@Crossfader]

Thank you!

[@jamesgilmour128]

Pair it up with an xp1 and could be an ideal compact setup 😎

[@lustforlow-end6022]

Nifty bit of kit!

[@TrueFakeNews]

Do i have to use the Notebook to Switch between the Pad effects? Or can i press a Button in the Controller?

[@jackedkerouac4414]

So glad I watched this. What I thought was a defect turned out to be a split cable mistake. Whew lol

[@leondgtv4769]

Thanks a lot - this video helped. Could you make a tutorial on how to actually use beatport link with the ddj 200. I can't seem to find the actual charts and the same goes for soundcloud.

[@vannahgraceful4079]

Just got my DDJ 200 yesterday

[@gabrieldupuy8962]

I saw the part « files » instead of using SoundCloud can I use sounds that I have downloaded from on my computer with my iPhone ?

[@lukejones9497]

i am a complete beginner and was looking at some decks. stuck between the ddj 200 or the inpulse 200, any recommendations?

[@jparppimenta1020]

djay pro is free with controller? thank you for support

[@renedjenkins]

Question, when using with Rekordbox does the Rekordbox software record the mix in Stereo to the computer like in normal use with the DDJ 1000 or other controllers? I would assume so because its recording the internal mix but I would like confirmation. I'm interested in this controller for when I'm traveling. I travel a lot in my job. I own a DDJ 1000 and I was going buy a DDJ 400 to take with me on trips but this controller may be sufficient and easier to pack in a carry on. If anything nice to have as a device for making cue points test mixes etc. I'm most interested in practicing mixing techniques and deep diving into Rekordbox software. But I do like the idea of DDJ 400 being closer to DDJ 1000 in design and features. I used to be a professional DJ that was strictly vinyl. I recently got back into DJing as my main hobby. Thoughts?

[@djholland4235]

Almost 100% certain it does as it's recording the files internally, shall investigate for you though :)

[@djclevy9241]

Did you say you need a dongle to connect up to rekordbox ? A already have a ddj 1000 hooked up to rekordbox just now

[@Samuel_Jamieson]

Would this app work with the ddj 400 controller on Android galaxy tab s7+5g ? Nice review!

[@carolinegallear5792]

Hi thanks for this I’ve got this controller and I like to use it on rekordbox - can you explain to me please in simple terms how to add the sampler sounds to the performance pad as I could not really see and you went through that quite fast ..... thanks

[@manzbatulan8011]

DDJ 200 can work on Serato DJ?? just asking pls respect

[@AlanBrayk]

Is the output to the speakers stereo or mono?

[@attila1899]

Hi. Can I connect a headphones and have a stereo output for master and monitoring headphone ? Or I must by some external card ? Thx

[@thefaulkness]

With the cables they send it can only play in mono but you can get around that with a soundcard

[@denishfernando8496]

Best video ❤️❤️

[@damnride6771]

Recently bought DDJ 200 and the jogwheel only does pitch bend. My unit does not allow me to do basic scratch. What did I miss?

[@david.7845]

Hi.I’m about to purchase this DDJ-200 ..got s MacBook Air i5 (2015) what software do you recommend? Just want to record some mixes..will rekordbox do the trick? Or shall I buy a license for Traktor Pro 3? (89 gbp aprox)

[@TheGazzavicd]

So if I connect heads phones can I her a track ready to mix in or not?

[@aaronalexander00]

Do you know if you absolutely have to use Rekordbox with this equipment? I have Djay app on my MacBook Pro and I like it a lot because it integrates with Spotify. Any idea if I can just use Djay app instead?

[@anthonyphidel7690]

BC BuzZ you can use DJAY app & Spotify through it. Asked myself same question

[@tonyy.8852]

It looks cute

[@gt4033133]

Hey greetings from Miami I love this controller then there is an action that I'm not very sure how it works maybe you can explain it to me in the auto mix when I use the software I can select the left or right screen and the blending automatically does it every time that I touch that option on the screen in the software but when I do it in the controller if it wants to move the fader to the left to the right The mixed ring does not work simply what makes it cut and and start the other song Without mixing them is there any option so that I can use the controller and I can move the slider and thus do the automix let me know thank you

[@raheemjefferson5848]

I'm thinking about buying this today I've read a few negative reviews about how it connects to Android do you know anything about that before I buy

[@angkelkulafu6332]

Where do we get some beat sounds for mixing? Thanks

[@micheleparisi4700]

Utilizzando la micro usb per convertire e sdoppiare per l’uscita cuffia e master, come si carica lo smartphone o tablet? Non puo lavorare solo con la batteria per tante ore… fatemi sapere grazie.

[@RawRapz]

what cable do i need if i want to connect a android

[@olivernoel5150]

How you make deck 3 and 4 play on the 4deck horizonal ?

[@viktorragnemar9018]

Can you use the Djay Pro 2 on the laptop with the DDJ 200?

[@viktorragnemar9018]

Bought one, and yes you can!

[@sarahxameliaable]

Can anyone tell me if you can access settings for the crossfader? For some reason as soon as I move the crossfader over it almost immediately cuts the track out?

[@karlowston1580]

Hi do u know why if I’m using split cable my crossfader and volume stops working

[@aaronthornhill8474]

I really need help. Everything is set up correctly, phone settings correct yet I can’t get any sound through my speakers when using the WeDJ app. The speakers are working fine, I can play my music from my phone library through the speakers so that isn’t the issue. I really don’t know what to do

[@DannyMoreComedy]

I slagged this off no end when I got it as I had a galaxy s8+ & the bluetooth wont connect yet until July. But after begrudgingly plugging it into my laptop its awesome. Not at all toy like. I got this cos it's been 10yrs since my last vinal decks. When this is android compatible it will be ideal for carrying about & some mini rigs. Well built & well priced.

[@djholland4235]

Can use it with edjing and algoriddim djay on android for the time being :)

[@DannyMoreComedy]

@@djholland4235 cannot get mine to connect at all with either

[@djholland4235]

@@DannyMoreComedy On Algoriddim you have to use the USB cable rather than bluetooth. Edjing mix worked for me by clicking into the settings and scroll down to Connect to the DDJ 200. Both of these tested working on a Samsung Galaxy S9

[@DannyMoreComedy]

@@djholland4235 it keeps aging me to put a passkey/number on the ddj via bluetooth no idea why. I'll get it working eventually via bluetooth

[@djholland4235]

@@DannyMoreComedy I didn't pair the unit to my phone first. Leave that bit and just let the app handle the pairing, it worked perfectly for me. Hope this helps :)

[@lightspeedentertainment3466]

Hello!, Can you use the xp1 with a laptop and the ddj 200? For keyboard mode and access to deck 3 and 4?

[@Crossfader]

Yeah, the XP1 is just another controller so both can be plugged in to control Rekordbox.

[@jonathansoffer5191]

do you get the somecloud + or one of the other feachers when you get the controller if not how you play music on it for free ??

[@kelvingozon]

The connect to laptop is the greatest feature of it you can almost use all the rekordbox features.

[@patrickgarstang]

Can I use this with serato on a laptop??

[@Max-pq9ut]

is there any softwares that work with ddji 200 in where I can use spotify

[@deltahomicide9300]

All of a sudden I can't monitor between decks A & B and can't cut out the sound from one or the other. How do I fix this?

[@fujiwarachika2187]

Does this still hold up in 2023? I am learning how to DJ and have limited budget, so this seems like a pretty good option for the price, unless there is something better in the same price range For now the only DJ hardware I have used are the CDJ-200s, how is the DDJ-200 in comparison?

[@alexr3609]

I just got one recently honestly it’s pretty good to start learning off with. Easy to set up & you can take it anywhere

[@jparppimenta1020]

thank you

[@hot4futureyears2come]

IT IS REALLY COOL. YOU CAN USE THIS WITH REKORDBOX. I have the xp1 so this with that will perfect small portable set up . i will look at one used in a couple of months

[@pdawes0215]

Does this controller work with Serato

[@joannsinar7319]

Help can you use this just with laptop?

[@calebholford8503]

does it come with the usb type b?

[@birdpersonmusic1323]

how does yours work with rekordbox? mine doesn't...

[@jedrich728]

Can this be used with a Macbook, and not an iPhone or iPad? I have djay pro and wonder if it's compatible

[@Borcio10]

Joshua Edrich sure, you can plug it to the mac and download rekordbox for example, it turns itself into performance mode automatically when it recognizes ddj200 connected

[@garysummerville7750]

What Android tablet can connect to the ddj 200 no luck for so far.

[@justibe_213]

Hi I'm using android and I don't have that little icon to choose my music like you mentioned in 5:17 🙃 help plz

[@simoncross7728]

I cant work out where to import new music for the wedj app. Im using djay because i can use my playlist from soundcloud, however there is no master tempo on the app. Is there either a) a way to import songs on the wedj OR b) where iis the master tempo on the djay app, without engaging sync?

[@Crossfader]

Master tempo is the little music note icon next to the faders in Djay :) There's an add tracks button at the bottom left when you're in the select song window in WeDJ. Hope this helps!

[@DJDLS]

been waiting for someone to show the ddj200 with rekordbox and i think you are first! :) cheers and thanks! i will get one to use as backup for my ddj1000 and use it also for maybe prep mode adding hot cues/cue points, making playlists and testing mixes...all while sitting down or in bed! lol! now i just have to remap browse and load tracks to buttons i dont know which ones yet :)

[@Genius_as4]

when i went to use my sample how can i upload it in wedj app ?

[@kidcasual1981]

How can I connect 2 speakers?? With one jack for 1 speakers ?

[@Cassinhodc]

AHHHH.. agora eu viro DJ de verdade!!!!

[@19_dedgorl]

help. i am using android and it won't let me connect my phone with my controller.

[@DJ.BLYSS420]

What is the video dj app used

[@peterpurcell2922]

What is a good beginner speaker to go with something like this?

[@mothlastname2413]

Peter Purcell it the blackweb part speaker ( they sell it an Walmart and online) is really good for volume and has an aux input for if the Bluetooth battery dies also pretty light and easy to cary

[@psilocybinting6103]

Does it just connect wirelessly to my phone or do I need some kind of connector? Tia

[@mariusnichiteanu9674]

Wireless

[@markgoff6269]

You have to subscribe to we dj i use deezer on my phone you have to buy an aux lead mimi headphone socket to miniheadphone socket its a great bit of kit had mine 2 years now

[@meynt]

Do you have to have a paid subscription to djay to use this controller?

[@AdvancedReplays]

meynt Yes

[@seasickbaby]

Does the 'preview' audio work on the software with the ddj 200?

[@raesplace]

yes it does

[@paveldoslakoski727]

I have a samsung what do i need which plug to use

[@DJShuffle07]

If I get this controller, can this works well with the portable powerful battery while out on the go?

[@djholland4235]

Yep, works fine with any USB power bank as long as the output is 5v and 500mA

[@DJShuffle07]

Thank you @@djholland4235 I really do appreciate it, all I wanted to do is DJ on the go 💯💯💯💯💯

[@djholland4235]

@@DJShuffle07 It's a fantastic choice for portable DJing!

[@muhammadfarid5414]

I'm need to get Pioneer DDJ 200 first😅 I'm first time download .WeDJ. But track song not support WeDJ + DDJ 200 to support

[@benledwaba1753]

Evening DJ I'm struggling to connect my machine I'm here at Kempton Park please can you help me to connect it

[@aryasuryawanrio7212]

Apk ddj 200 problem bro in 2022.. U have a solutions?

[@rdot980]

The DDJ 400 comes with a license for performance mode.

[@rarf2142]

The DDJ 200 also. So what do you mean

[@ellieeudave2962]

What's the cable that you have connected in the back of the controller?

[@AishaCharles678]

USB dj cable u can get of amazon

[@tienquang476]

Does it have Gain ? How can we change the volumn with it?

[@Crossfader]

The WeDJ will automatically set gain, you can adjust the trim under the XY effects pad to the left hand side if you want to change it.

[@SharpFitnessLook]

this is great if you were just using your phone an line in...to mixer

[@solomondimension]

No input lag?

[@hudaa8969]

the website that i’m looking to order this on claims you can access a premium spotify membership? is this correct

[@carmenbywater1534]

I think you already need to have paid for it, it doesn’t come with it

[@Gabbyxmonks]

No

[@stephenr80]

I dont know how to listen to the mix only with the headset, before i send it to the live sound, i tried it yesterday for the first time and didnt manage, how is that done?

[@bayleyleggett9387]

Have you figured out how to do this yet? I am still trying to figure it out

[@joel3077]

Does anyone recommend buying this never DJ’d in my life but really interested in starting any help would be appreciated

[@codywright8510]

I have a dj friend with 20 years experience, he recommends either this or the DDJ 400.

[@joel3077]

Cody Wright thank you

[@Steve_Van777]

I can’t seem to get it to work with my Bluetooth speakers. It’s either through the speakers or headphones. I’ve tried it with split audio on and off. Can’t seem to get it right 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@eliseopau]

I have tried with small wireless speaker and it works.

[@FrancescoPico]

anyone have an idea how to get your rekordbox playlists to your iphone to use it in the wedj app?

[@DJaySplitSecond]

Don’t think that works, you will have to use your laptop I think

[@DcFelixxx]

Hello, is there a way to activate the transition fx button with recordbox?

[@ktsuxx]

The transition fx button only works though the app and not through laptop

[@jamietheyido75]

Cant it be remapped?

[@juniortailo8853]

Are we able to connect spotify or soundcloud with android/samsung devices ???

[@soulg77]

How does this controller compare to the Hercules DJ Inpulse 300/200?

[@stevenroberts8054]

Size is greater than the Inpulse 200 but lower than the 300, main issue, is the lack of gain and sound card on the Pioneer than limit a lot the possibility. Main advantage, is the streaming capabilities, even if the Inpulse 200 and 300 are now supported on DJAY Pro MAC and Windows.

[@danja357]

Nice vid. I just have a few questions. I'm thinking about getting the ddj 200 but i have an Android phone with my library full of music. Do you think it a good idea to getting the ddj 200? How is the edjing app what are some of the issues?

[@prestonhenn9109]

Hey I have an Android phone and the only way to connect the ddj200 is to use the wedj app that will work🙂

[@akiyyahtravis]

When I try and upload songs from iTunes in the app it says file type can’t be played . Anybody know how this can be fixed ?

[@krystalvega2535]

I have the same question. I cannot figure it out.

[@XTC95]

Maybe try converting them to 320kb mp3

[@lucygreenaway5220]

Can’t connect to soundcloud without this app anymore plz help