Pioneer DDJ FLX10 FULL WALK THRU and Review

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[@DjSuspect911]

I own the FLX10...I've had it for about 3wks. now. I moved from a Numark NVII and I can definitely say I love everything the board is capable of and more. This is my first Pioneer board. Thank you for the great walkthrough.

[@djashgaldemcelekta6999]

Cheers, is it compatible with rekordbox version 5

[@ricardovalentin3701]

The legendary NVII board! Man I used to rock that board for yearsssss!!!! It’s a shame that it didn’t get the attention it deserved when it came out cause that board was best bang for the buck and especially with the dual screens! I loved how elegant and yet compact it was but yet felt spacious at the same time. Everything about it was such a good layout and format! Unfortunately as of lately they been slowly dying out since numark stop making updates for them years ago they’re starting to crash and glitch out😢

[@djla4558]

That’s a lot of stuff. My brain is gonna explode 🤯

[@DidierWolfs]

That’s marketing strategy. They bring lots of gears, so you have the choice to buy Pioneer and they gain, no matter what… 😊

[@DJMOZART100]

Great review! You could put a thousand effects on a board and we might only use 3 out of all that. Besides the crowd doesn’t care about effects they only care about the next song. We mix so fast nowadays that we don’t have time to use or need all those features. Less is so much more! Finally, if you are a experienced dj you’ll realize you don’t need all that crap. 😎

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

Used it yesterday. Its a worthy upgrade to the DDJ 1000. Great recommendation. The jogs are tight!

[@marioconey5056]

As usual... DJ Cleveland Terry on the cutting edge. I always value your reviews. Thanks for another top-notch walk thru .!!

[@NathonJones]

I'm really looking forward to this. I was getting really discouraged looking for a DDJ 1000 and the only ones I could find were upwards of about $2500. This is a reality.

[@MYL4eva]

Same bruh. I was waiting for the 1000 to be restocked back in January but ended up getting me a FLX-6 white and love it. This FLX-10 is perfect timing for you. Enjoy!

[@djdubbs313]

I got one 1300$ with the case

[@scratch1200s]

This is such a great walk through. I have used it multiple times to figure out how access several of the functions outlined here. If anyone reading this is considering a flx10, do it! It is such a dope controller. I had a 1000 srt that I sold back in September, and this is a great upgrade/replacement. That’s just my opinion.

[@dannyghost279]

Im scared it wont have all the features available on serato. Can you confirm it works well with serato? I get nervous when I see Rekordbox on the controller.

[@scratch1200s]

@@dannyghost279 I’ve had no issues with my Flx10. Everything works as it should. I’ve had mine for about a year now, and I’m happy as can be.

[@AmilcarPino]

Thank you for this fantastic review, I bought this controller today, upgrading from my loved DDJ-800 that I am selling

[@djmattames]

All of the colorful LEDs on the FLX10 make it look great in your studio!

[@dangdatdjemenence8865]

Wow pretty lights..don't make the mix..lmao..njk,..just laughing ..(Kanye song all lights ) ..js...u guys are wonderfully funny...u folks would of died with a radio shack mixer,..lol ...shits just funny to me!! But ur still right to a point,pretty lights are nice😂

[@DJAUDIO1]

Very thorough reviews. Looks exactly like the 1000SRT.

[@radientproductions9799]

basically a mk2 with cheaper platters

[@djstygmaentertainment4902]

And unfortunately labeled for Rekordbox, not Serato

[@profbx5258]

@@radientproductions9799not cheaper. At all.

[@Krycius]

Great info as always! Definitely things l like about this new Pioneer, but I'm actually glad I went with the Rane Four as of now, but would love to see you do a comparison of the two!

[@HarryLoveTV]

Please elaborate

[@djrizama]

Have you have any issues with you Rane controller? Thanks

[@Krycius]

@@djrizama not at all, works great with Serato. Have not used it with any other software.

[@billykatsoulakis8258]

Finally an answer to the Rane Four. I like it its very intuitive way to use the fx on the stems. I'm sure pioneer will update their stems to work better in the future. Great video bud.

[@djtomt1200]

DDJ-1000 replacement. Looks like they developed it for Rekordbox first and then gave it to Serato to map. Regardless, definitely more robust than the 1000. Workflow implementation is pretty cool for stems being a relatively new thing.

[@1gltch]

the slip roll on the vocals is next level ❤

[@brandonsealey4511]

Still would go with the Race 4 over this...and I wanted a 1000-SRT forever. It's the effects for me....not a fan of the wheel, button select system. I want to be able to have control over more than one channel/one effect with the FX select. (Ie: Reverb with Echo). Though I still love the mechanical jogs - minor gripe is why they changed the outside of the jogs to look like the cheaper FLX-6 instead of actual CDJ's?

[@anthonyince8220]

I must say that I am overwhelmed, but in a good way with all these tracks and all these possibilities it's a blessing

[@kudamah]

Speaking as a VDJ user who uses the 1000 & 800, all the new features - except the split ( which is now added in their early access) were already there. FX on a specific stem is something i've been doing over 2 yrs now. If i didn't own a 1000 i would hv considered this fasho, but as of now.... i'm good. I also do believe that vdj would find a way to make use to that DMX xlr output.

[@officialdjdetox]

Well said. VDJ user here too and they will definitely eat that DMX output up.

[@kudamah]

@@officialdjdetox Facts... VDJ got all the bases covered.

[@soiceyboy33]

I was a HUGE fan of Pioneer....until the Rane 4 came out. The paddle FX are much better, as well as the implementation of the one button stem split feature. Also, the Oled screens above the pads are a game changer. I can't see myself using another controller without it

[@TheFunkloft]

Worthless when you are a Rekordbox user.

[@Gatsby808]

Cliffhanger! Rane Four & FLX 10 might need a Versus 😂

[@allanharding]

Great review! I'm patiently waiting for mine and i think I've watched this video a couple times to get familiar with everything. Thank you

[@john7587]

I just received my Rane Four yesterday! Any comparison with FLX 10 and the Rane 4?

[@ashleyfox1250]

I have been looking at the flex for a couple months now and hoping it goes on sale for the holiday weekend but I'm thinking that's not going to happen. Your video was very informative Thank you very much!!

[@djerniegh5703]

got mine yesterday, super happy!

[@sillsation4986]

i bought the flx 10 and love it amazing board highly recommend

[@alanboiii]

Just sold my ddj 1000 last week, this dropping is perfect timing 😂

[@reggiebrown3599]

Thanks Cleveland. I just got mine today!!! Great Break Down on this!! I bought the XZ over the summer....Too BIG!!! Used it 3 times> I gotta get rid of it. Also you put a stamp on the JetPack. I gotta get that too!! Much Love 100!!!

[@aaronthedj12]

Great job and appreciate your time. Really like this ... for mobile, this should be the go to.

[@MrDry2009]

Really well made and informative video. Thank you!!

[@ilove21media30]

Aye champ, GREAT REVIEW. Detailed. I appreciate the feedback.

[@neosean9984]

Awesome video man. Thank you!

[@freshtodeath88]

I have been waiting for this one!!

[@foxylooksbyvirginia]

i had to subscribe after watching some of your reviews video's. Love love and apreciate you

[@ClevelandTerry]

Welcome aboard!

[@michelosmusic]

Nice and honest review, loved it!

[@newtonkaiga3887]

Thanks for the review! This seems like a great board from Pioneer judging from what you shared!

[@anthonyince8220]

Thanks for help me keep a positive outlook and yes, good things to come to those who wait I feel truly blessed with what is at my disposal?

[@LLoyoc]

Can already see the advantages of mix point link. Dope! Great Review as usual!

[@KhrisRoyal]

Same, I DJ and play sax and sometimes I have to sacrifice playing the horn to get the next track loaded. This is going to make that so much easier

[@MrDJMikieMike]

My buddy DJ Tylerr picked it up and absolutely loves it!!!

[@davidbalan6571]

Instrumental music that's I liked to play DDJ - 1000srt , DDJ- FLX10 , DDJ - FLX6 , DDJ - REV7 and also DJ - PLX500 and DJ - PLX1000 professional turntables .

[@DJDONRAFA]

Great Review!!!! Thank you CT!!!!!!!

[@stnation5895]

Amazing info bro. I'm a part time dj. This thing is crazy.. I was up grading to a flx6. But I think this one is better.

[@DJ.GoatRide]

I just got my 6 and now I'm like 🤦🏼‍♂️ mannnn

[@DJBennyswift]

A lot to take into consideration on Serato or Rekordbox, I guess I would make a decision soon as I was waiting for this to come out. Hhhhmmmm I’m going to have to give myself some time whether FLX-10 or Rane Four. Thank you always CT!

[@DJBennyswift]

Well, I decided on the FLX10 and I’m really digging it and here getting acquainted with it. I’m on Serato but also looking to check out Rekordbox.

[@creta84]

Excellent!!! thanks. Seems like a Wonderfull boar. One of the things that I found was that they never added a stop time knob.

[@andrzejsitkiewicz8180]

Rekordbox is so powerful that stems don't matter just think about backup/restore library with cue points,excellent graphic and waveform

[@iMenixy]

😮 Pioneer is officially a lone survivor pioneer with this FLEX 10 😊 i bet this controller will set the standard for Legendary DJs. 😱🤑 Prion Jo ni good job sir 🤯 thank you 🙏🏼🥵😁🥰

[@darolddgrant]

Thanks for another amazing review Cleveland. I'm still debating whether or not to buy the FLX10. I currently own the REV7 and the Rane 4, and I'm loyal to Serato. Decisions, decisions.

[@prezthedj]

I really like all the features on the RANE4. I just don’t like the fact that I can’t increase the weight on the jog wheels. Has that been an issue for you? I think it’s going to be between the RANE 4 in this FLX 10. Right now I have a DDJ-SZ so it’s time to upgrade.

[@bfastier]

Great review CT 👊🏼

[@1period]

Looks legit, decent 1000 hardware upgrade (1000 owner), but not compelling considering the software update. Rb library of course remains top but Serato STEMS use (currently s5 x rane 12s) makes it worth it. The game is changing tho! 2024 is going to be awesome

[@djjohnsimmons]

Nice review! Props to the albums on the wall! Stro Elliott, Kaytra, Stevie…👍🏾

[@KhrisRoyal]

Just got mine on Friday and I used on a gig that night. Having stem control totally changes the way I mix. Question, does it fit in hard cases made for the 1000?

[@djml_]

Looks awesome! This will sound crazy and this is probably just me, but the changes to the beat jump buttons is a deal breaker. I use 32/16 beat jumps a lot in my work flow, and not sure if it’s midi mappable, but these changes wouldn’t fly for me. This review was excellent, thanks CT!

[@profbx5258]

You can map it

[@miyagithedj]

@@profbx5258 you shouldn't have to is the point. not intuitive

[@Dark4real84]

Cleveland, Respect my brotha, you do a great job. Very informative and insightful. Keep up the great content. I would like your opinion on something… Would you as a DJ prefer the SJ11 and (2) CDJ 3000’s or the DDJ FLX10 or REV 7? This is for a second mobile dj set up, I have the DJM-A9 and (2) CDJ-3000. Maybe a controller would be best to have options, would the DDJ FLX10 be the best buy since it uses both dj softwares or role with a SJ11 and CDJ’s?

[@jameliaowens3056]

I keep getting a unexpected error on the record box. Anybody know how to fix it?

[@Bmwx1Steve]

This is great! Just got my Flx 10! Is there a table of contents or place you can go to practice some of the ideas you have shown in this video.

[@innis2gbor]

I'm sorry but all the reviews I have watched I'm still not convinced on what my mind is set on which is the Rane 4

[@ClevelandTerry]

Nothing wrong with that.

[@DjBrianProductions]

Looks great. Thanks for video. So question is FLX10 or Rane four?

[@beaujenks3849]

Same question.

[@VictorMarinez-s9p]

your video was very informative appreciate it I made a decision to buy this mixer Dj Just Kash

[@eclipsemusic13cadomusic2]

Virtual DJ full support is coming soon. It will be really interesting to hear their stems separation on the Flex10.

[@ClevelandTerry]

VDJ stems is going to sound on the flx10 like it does on every other controller.

[@MrMctalent]

Did they say by when

[@eclipsemusic13cadomusic2]

@@MrMctalent end of April, but most likely early May

[@vishharidat6478]

Would this be a good upgrade coming from a DDJ-400 in 2024? (Spilt water on mine)

[@ls4life544]

Yess, Recordbox finally added something similar to Trackor fade-in cue/fade-out cue. Also they are finally getting into sterms. Just because this controller work with both Serato and Rekordbox, I will rather get this than the Rev7. Plus DDJ-1000 audio board is defective.

[@lamarquaford6828]

Just got mine and ca t figure out how the hell to get it to play tracks. I'm getting error messages when I load a song. 1 says "download error" or "in use" help

[@VatoLoco47]

Odd choice of not having the pitch fader centre lock, my only concern with it

[@jurjanable]

thank you for this video, very nice. By the way which DJ can explain more about Link Point Mix ? It can be also use in Serato? I appreciate.

[@archieologic]

Thanks for the review! I appreciate it. I literally just bought a DDJ 1000 after having and using the 400 for a year. You mentioned the FLX10 is about an inch (or so) deeper. I am guessing that was to accommodate for the DMX port as well as the stems buttons. Probably a dumb question, but are the jog wheels the same size as the 1000? I guess looking at it from the top, because of that extra depth, the wheels look slightly smaller. I imagine someone thought the same thing. I'm looking forward to the future of the FLX controllers.

[@djdrewthomas]

I saw a review on another channel that said the jog wheels are the same size (and similar construction) as the 1000.

[@djcal623]

Once again Terry you knocked it out of the park. You and MOJO! Gives me a lot to think about. I've had my 1000 for a few years now and absolutely love it(replaced my ssz) So I already have rekord box program on my computer would I also have to add serato with a whole new library?

[@MYL4eva]

The labeling on the FLX-10 is geared towards Rekordbox. "If" you wanted to convert to Serato, I'd recommend a program called Lexicon. That's what I used to go from Serato to Rekordbox a few months ago. It even keeps your cue points intact. 💪🏽

[@Hello-userr]

Virtual DJ build 7533 support Pioneer FLX10

[@rockindaveyc]

Great info as always! I think Pioneer should ship this with button labels that correspond with Serato. And DAMN that booth level is too close to the master!! I'll have to put tape over the master once set as I use my monitor up/down all night....or gonna be some blown amps 😂

[@glenmontpiankhi]

Thanks again great reviews. How about the soundcard? Was it upgraded and to what level?

[@p0wertiger]

The first thing that comes to my mind when I saw Mix Point is Serato Flip. I know this is completely missed since Flip only works inside same track and deals with different idea. They could at least map Serato Flip to these buttons in Serato :P

[@cjbronxny1]

My first experience was M-Audio then once I got my DDJ SX I never looked back.

[@BarelyLegitBeats]

Rane Four all day. Better sound, better build, better stem work flow, IEC cable, OLED screens to label the pads... I'm really not sure what this does better.

[@DJOptimusFunk]

Dual software support (vs Serato only), mechanical jogs with adjustable tension/feel, and I guess some could say the familiar club style Pioneer layout. I'd be interested in hearing the difference in sound quality between the FLX10 and Rane Four. I think the sound will be the real deciding factor here.

[@BarelyLegitBeats]

@Optimus Funk Good point about the tension adjust, but I think people are basically either Serato or RB (rather than needing both) and it sounds like for stems at least Serato is miles ahead in quality. Sound quality will be a big factor, but we know already that the Rane has it nailed on here. I worry if the Pioneer soundcard has improved enough since the 1000 which was garbage.

[@djrizama]

This or Rane Four for Serato dj?

[@Jordan_long]

It would be nice to have the option for the user, to swap out the black pad for the white ones.

[@ratbone2001]

Man CT you are great at getting my money to these companies......

[@toddmann2432]

It's dope. I'm gonna go with the Rev 5. It's battle style. I don't need all that info on the jog wheels because I like to look up while I DJ lol

[@katothestar]

Thanks for this! Using a DDJ1000 still on Rekordbox 5.x. my friend just bought the FLX10. Will Rekordbox 5.x work on FLX10, or do I need to install 6 or 7 to use his FLX10?

[@marcoramos5923]

DJ CT , HELLO THERE !! HEY, I JUST CAME ACROSS YOUR VIDEO ON THE REVIEW ON THE PIONEER DDJ FLX10 I LOVE YOUR REVIEW. BUT I HAVE A QUESTION ? I ALSO CHECK OUT THE PIONEER REV 5 REVIEW TOO I WANT TO UPGREAT MY CONTROLLER. I'LL KNOW BOTH CONTROLLERS ARE DIFFERENT!! ON YOUR OWN WORDS WISH CONTROLLER YOU'LL RECOMMEND ME FOR A MOBILE DJ ? THANKS CT 🎧

[@randaus_claudio_randone]

Hi, I'm Claudio from Italy, congratulations for your videos which are always very clear and inspiring, I wanted to ask you if you tried scratching on the pioneer flx10 and if you were happy with the jogwheels? because I bought it recently and the jogwheels have a sensitivity problem for scratching, in practice I am forced to apply more pressure than is needed to prevent the jogwheels from continuing to move forward and therefore making me lose the right point of the sample which I use for scratching. If I keep the pressure on the jogwheel too light, it doesn't stop when I would like to stop it or simply bring the sample back to the right point. I'll start by saying that I have always used pioneer without any problems and the last controller I used was the flx6 with which I was able to scratch perfectly without any problem... do you know if there are any tips or utilities that allow you to set the pressure on the jogwheels correctly? Thanks for your attention, Claudio.

[@DjTecniq]

All i want to know is the phono preamp still shit like the 1000?

[@DjTecniq]

Nvm…according to mojaxx review it has been changed.

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

Mojaxx said it was better

[@TheSethGZ]

Definitely on the fence on if I want this or the rane 4

[@djdrewthomas]

My SX2 is becoming glitchy and need to replace it. Have been waiting for a 1000SRT to become available. May go this direction instead. Great review. 💪😎

[@djdubbs313]

Got a ddj 100 for cell

[@djdrewthomas]

@@djdubbs313 thank you, but my FLX10 arrived last week 🤗

[@goober21359]

Hi , thanks for the great review. I own both the OG 1000 and the SRT , does the FLX 10 sound better? Cheers :)

[@MrInternationalSound]

The ddj 1000 RB was an incredible contoller the SRT version was a money grab cheap version. Flx10 looks like they put the RB1000 quality of a build w serato compatibility. Gonna purchase CT is the best at reviews

[@jeffreydookwah7056]

Pretty soon you're going to have to be a rocket scientist to operate these controllers. I can imagine the price

[@djgcue]

I'm hoping STEMS is added on the hardware for the next DJM S11

[@ClevelandTerry]

It’s already there

[@jemappelleol2519]

i miss the feature to switch deck 4 to sampler like on FLX 6.. because i like to put effects on my samplers sometimes

[@AS-ep4xl]

Hello, is there a way to speed up and slow down the play/stop tempo? What i mean is: On a CDJ it is the "Vinyl speed adjust" knob

[@DJ.EddyBru]

Ordered a gold Rev7. Then the opus quad dropped. Canceled and ordered an opus quad. Banks started doing weird stuff, decided to cancel and order a budget friendly rane 4……..this drops with built in DMX outputs….I’m so confused this year. Maybe I’ll just run my sx3 til I die 😂

[@mixministermike]

Serato 3.0.4 dropped today with improved stems algorithm

[@pierredelux2319]

😂 exactly vs the other board lol! Is the mic preamp better than the 1000srt? And sound quality? Improvement? If not im going rane!

[@zamomix]

I just setup mine, and the Beat FX display is off. There is no way for me to turn it on. Did yours turn on by default?

[@planet8356]

So I use a MacBook Air with Ventura 13.3 but I keep getting a error reading MIDI message. Do you have any idea what could be the problem? Do I have to have stems on my Serato already maybe?

[@soultrainny]

Good afternoon I am having problems with my flx 10 my music do not sync with the beat I hit the button and nothing happens any help

[@dancantelmo2100]

Hi Cleveland Terry and Community - I have a question hoping someone can answer for me. Please excuse the long explanation as I am detailing what I am trying to accomplish: First, thank you for all your content. I am in the market for a 4 channel controller, which as been difficult for me. I am upgrading from a DDJ - Rev 1. I’ve literally tried every 4 channel controller on the market, starting with the Rane 4. However, none worked for me and I see that the FLX10 or the MIxon 8 Pro (has the paddles same as DDJ Rev-1-I can live without the paddles if needed) may be an option for me. My question is the “Auto Loop” button. As you can see on the Rev 1, there is an Autoloop button at the top of the controller on both sides. The button is excellent at catching the bar as soon as you press it and then chosing 4,8,16 - etc. The DDJ FLX10 does not have this button. There are 2 buttons, one to start the loop and another on where to end the loop. Difficult for me because the first button to start the loop does not always catch the beginning of a bar. \My question is, can an Autoloop button be mapped to the performance pad on the FLX10? If not, maybe the Mixon 8 Pro (which you just did an excellent review on) may be the way to go for me. Any help appreciated!

[@ClevelandTerry]

That button with the 4 on it is the automatic loop.

[@anthonyince8220]

I guess good things do come to those who wait unfortunately for me when are updated to 6.7 and enable track separation in the extension it will not initialise everytime I try to reopen rekordbox it keeps crashing it's been like that since yesterday please help me the stems light is at the end of the tunnel unfortunately it won't initialise and I can't open it thank you for your help

[@chriswerner6557]

Can you help on a tough decision on a Serato software Controller. Pioneer Flex 10 or Rane 4. I want to get into scratching in my DJ sets, I'm a beginner. Please help a fellow DJ out. What one do you recommend in your honest opinion. Thanks Terry C.

[@JulianRasch-g6v]

hi question, im djing on a ddj 400 for a year now and like it would u rather upgrade to an ddj800 or has the flx10 better value? DDJ 800 costs around 929 Euros and the FLX 1619 Euros

[@Camerinocam]

A board, board, board, board is the word

[@djdingle247]

Did you mention a sample button for air horns and DJ Tags for Serato?

[@jayseente2339]

Well y'all... using this same DDJ FLX10 layout. Possibly an all new Pioneer REV 7 "ULTI-MAX PRO" 4 channel coming with moving platters!!! GAME OVER!!! PRAYING that day comes. PLEASE PIONEER. MAKE IT HAPPEN!!

[@ClevelandTerry]

It’s not going to happen

[@CJ-gp9yh]

Great review, but how does it stack up against the Denon Prime Go?? Just kidding haha!