Pioneer DJM-S11 Full Review & Guide

[@Crossfader]

Read the review and learn more about the DJM S11 here: wearecrossfader.co.uk/blog/pioneer-dj-djm-s11-review-and-guide/

[@ES-zi2xv]

Dude, this was an excellent breakdown of each feature and how it works. I got my S11 in July, and this was a massive help in getting to know my gear and its potential. Thank you ! from NYC BX

[@DjMossy]

I wanted the reloop elite. But this has changed my mind. The features on this is mind blowing

[@cur15]

I just ordered one. It'll be here tomorrow. Beyond excited.

[@Crossfader]

Enjoy!

[@MonsieurArlequin]

The CDJ 3000 might have been a bit of a let down, but it seems like the S11 proves Pioneer can still innovate

[@DJSantero]

Great review, got mine arriving tomorrow, can't wait to get stuck into it!

[@Crossfader]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@jersey21212121]

I decided to give this mixer a shot since I'm still under return policy with my Rane 72 MK2. Just ordered it today I should have the Pioneer S11 in three days. Came out under 2,000 with discounts plus free shipping. Order Subtotal:$1,999.00 Shipping & Handling:$0.00 Sales Tax:$130.13 Discounts: 7%($139.93)Order Total:$1,989.20 Paid by Credit Card$1,989.20 Rane 72 MK2 I paid more because I wasn't given a 7% discount. Order Subtotal:$1,899.00 Shipping & Handling:$0.00 Sales Tax:$132.93 Order Total:$2,031.93 Paid by PayPal :$2,031.93

[@dj_hotwater1006]

So was it worth it?

[@jersey21212121]

@@dj_hotwater1006 yes I like the smooth Echo and the ability to mix 4 channels on a 2-channel mixer

[@thekidrc3]

omfg so excited for this. saw the sneak peek of it and now its got to be up there with the 72.

[@jayjaxdj]

This mixer is just insane ! just complete on everything. but i only have 1 question, how about the sound quality ? if you compared to 72, wich one is the best on sound quality ?

[@djpho]

The promo video in the official Pioneer DJ channel says is 32 Bit.

[@Crossfader]

Hey Lee, the S11 sounds amazing with both digital content (32bit DAC) and regular vinyl thanks to the great pre amps. Unfortunately with venues still being closer here in the UK, we haven't had chance to play both the S11 and 72 back to back on a bigger system. In the studio though, it feels like the S11 has more head room than the 72, not that the 72 sounds bad because it too sounds really nice!

[@jayjaxdj]

@@Crossfader cool! Thank you for the information 🙏🏻👍

[@djbobrokk723]

@@Crossfader specs says it sound as 900NXS2, is it?

[@Crossfader]

@@djbobrokk723 It uses the same DAC I believe as the 900 Nexus 2

[@patrykb9091]

Awesome video Holland! We’ve been waiting for this one I’m excited to see what kind of mixes you guys bring with this!

[@Crossfader]

Check out Loz's mix on the channel, it's amazing!

[@chessknight2287]

Thanks so much for this video! I hate to RTFM, so this made learning the new features way less painful. Only minor issue I had would be to suggest exploring the settings utility earlier on. Great jerb!

[@djtheob01]

Great review bro, I wish the S11 had a setting that allowed me to change the zero position of the filter knob from 12 O'clock to hard left, like it is on the V10 & 2000.

[@redizit]

Being a scratch dj, Ive been hoping for a record stash option, a button to take the current record, put it to the side, then access that same record by clicking back on that button, almost like a deck 3 and not from the sample bank but a quick back and forth record change out button so you can access several records quickly and easily

[@detroittrickster3327]

this does that

[@djeezyedpeopleschoice2557]

Great 👍🏾 Overview, Perfectly well said. Thank you good job 👏

[@Crossfader]

Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated!

[@arthureschner9319]

Great review! Thanks

[@djholland4235]

23:31 is SOOOOO satisfying!

[@shivaarjoonsingh8334]

Rane is piss off by now. A next upgrade to 72 Oops maybe 80 coming. Great work Pioneer.

[@fatherandson23]

BEST REVIEW EVER!!!

[@kemikarl]

Hi I finally buy this! Is awesome! The only thing is that only see bars to next cue on serato when its about 3 bars to next cue. More than 3/4 bars (im not sure) cant see the countdown. Its possible to change that? Thanks!!!

[@Dukava_Offical]

Is the waveform available and operational without the connection of a laptop. In other words standalone to the mixer and whatever sounds are coming through the mixer?

[@krolkoolmarek7074]

The echo on crossfader is interesting

[@keystosuccess_]

looks great!

[@mattleymusic3496]

This looks pretty dope!

[@adriancollazo5145]

is there an FX frequency selector on the S11 like on the DJM-900? I like adding echo only on the highs.

[@DJ_BIGWOO]

Where can i get those transparent vinyl and slip mats bro

[@djimomusic]

@Crossfader are you able to browse outside of a crate with the touchscreen? I am only able to scroll up and down crates until I click the crate using my mouse on my computer only then do the contents become available to the browse button on the mixer.

[@djnando7293]

Pioneer needs to rehire their “creativity manager”. This looks exactly like the 72. And the new CDJ looks the same just minor upgrades

[@dannygonzales7923]

THX FOR ALL THE INFO WOW I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW CAN I USE MY RANE 12s TO CONTROL REKORDBOX WITH THIS MIXER PLEASE LMK ONCE AGAIN THANK YOU FOR THE FIRST LOOK

[@Crossfader]

The Rane 12 MK2 could be used with the DVS control signal being used to control Rekordbox. You couldn't plug the original Rane 12 into RB with a USB though, that wouldn't work!

[@hot4futureyears2come]

So many to choose from. I guess the mash up mode. And the ducking echo. I have the 909. And it seems it took some stuff from that mixer and s9. And brought it to another level.

[@Crossfader]

Mash up mode is insane to be fair!

[@michaelart.212]

i'd like to know if the 3/4 channels screen mix mode can be transfer in 2 additionals real CDJ or turntable or switch easily

[@detroittrickster3327]

its similar to the denon sc6000 dual layer mode

[@djkarlthomas]

For a battle DJ this looks pretty insane to be fair. I can't say my pockets are that deep though unfortunately!

[@marcg9373]

Channel fader are magnetic or still the old analog ones?

[@chrisvonderforst2653]

i think analog

[@jersey21212121]

I have a Pioneer S11 how can I activate slicer mode without the looping something like a slicer roll

[@dieanderewahrheit167]

Thanks for the vide. WHERE IS CUE LOOP HIDDEN?

[@johnkiz9310]

Que loop? You mean just loop? I believe there's a big ass button above the pads that reads "saved loop".

[@OgDj2024]

All I can say is WOW!!

[@AndersBakfeldt]

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

[@kielhall8363]

Pioneer an Rane are moving the new tech forward

[@Nogi-aka-DJNugz]

Great video - as a rekordbox user do you recommend this kit?

[@KwagGarsa]

Using Serato and Phase, can you use the screen on the mixer as the main screen and close the laptop?

[@johnkiz9310]

I can confirm... As long as you set up phase first, and make sure your laptop doesn't go into sleep mode when shut, you can use this mixer strictly buy using the screen on the mixer. You would have to get used to it since it will be slightly harder to navigate, but this mixer was created to keep your eyes away from the laptop as much as possible and keep them looking down one the decks and mixer.

[@Rtist1929]

The FXs on my S11 isn’t working. I updated the firmware to 1.02 and i cant use the beat fx or software fx. Any ideas of whats going on??

[@kevinkurtz8820]

what are the crossfader lag settings people are using on this for scratching? 0? 1?

[@junyah1976]

is this better than the reload elite...aside from the scratch bank?

[@taylord2729]

I still like my S9 way more than my 72.... the magvel is king IMO I was hoping they would come out with an updated new mixer. Now if NI will follow suit and put out a new mixer as well. Loved the Z2 ! I miss Traktor

[@ambesa1]

The s7 channel faders are soldered to the board making it impossible to repair. My channel fader broke within 10 months of knowing. Smh

[@djbryio6631]

Hi there ..! How can I factory reset my mixer ?

[@furryrug5998]

This looks pretty interesting😙 hopefully some of these features get ported over to new nexus mixer in near future

[@Crossfader]

We certainly hope so!

[@kleankut1231]

Do the effects work when using vinyl records? Or only dvs? I'd like to use my vinyl library

[@johnkiz9310]

It has software AND hardware effects.

[@naimehsofia582]

What driver do I need to download to use this?

[@DJDOG-zakkgamer6423]

Does this mixer and functions work with Denon sc6000’s ?

[@detroittrickster3327]

in hid mode

[@kemikarl]

Hi! Very nice review! I need to know if is possible to see bars to next cue point in screen ...using RekordBox? Using Serato???Thanks! The answer depends I buy it.

[@Crossfader]

You can have either bars or beats counting down show at the top of the waveform!

[@kemikarl]

@@Crossfader Ok. Thanks for the answer!. But for example in my xdj-xz you can do this with rekordbox but not with Serato. ...

[@Crossfader]

@@kemikarl Works with both Serato and RB on the S11 :)

[@kemikarl]

@@Crossfader Excelent!

[@gddfgfdg1346]

I like you man I hop you speak about cdj 2000 Nexus 2 Sam time song cutting I hope ❤️

[@RussUmp24]

I like it a lot but why don’t they just make a 4 channel version?

[@Palios33]

Battle

[@RussUmp24]

@@Palios33 Super Battle

[@Palios33]

@@RussUmp24 battle royal

[@djcamreeve]

So, i’m assuming the rane 12’s can be connected to it.. can the Djm-s11 map to Virtual DJ?

[@Crossfader]

Rane 12's work fine. We haven't tried it with virtual DJ, although we are sure it will work with some mapping, just won't get the screen functionality until VDJ natively support the mixer

[@chuckanthanio]

DJM-S11 works natively with Virtual DJ 2021.

[@Palios33]

No one talks about quantize or analog playback. What's your thoughts on those topics?

[@Crossfader]

In terms on analogue playback, the phono preamps sound great! There's no hardware button for quantize but as you'd expect once turned on inside the software it works just fine.

[@Palios33]

@@Crossfader thanks! Very nice review

[@BobbyBriscoeBeats]

This or the Rane 72 mk2 - opinions?

[@freshaquatics3652]

That's the 3K question xD

[@BobbyBriscoeBeats]

@@freshaquatics3652 I'm a huge rane fanboy, but I'm really leaning towards the pioneer

[@deebee388]

I just got one today and the firmware wont install just says error cant even use it, can anyone tell wtf i can do to get it going

[@jayneural]

Is the S11 Class compliant audio/midi or not ?

[@anttiskate]

Important question and none of these reviewers have bothered to ask Pioneer... I suspect not, as Pioneer is intent on a walled garden approach to DJing.

[@jayneural]

@@anttiskate It is ! Pioneer PM confirmed that to me ! Guess what ? I just already bought it !

[@lacarambole2]

the problems with the "intuitive pads for kekordbox dj or serato" is the S9 is for serato only when sh'is out.

[@vincestyles1030]

Does anyone know how the mic channel sounds?

[@therealdjnu2071]

4 tracks at the same time!!! No need for 4 decks... this is great... does it do what the X-pad did for Reverb on the DJM900nxs1?? Woooooshhhh. I swear the 900 had the warmest, loudest sounds! This with phase.. deadly combo. RIP dicer.. the dicer was perfect position for intimate mixing. But 10 pads way betta!

[@DJZZM69]

Yes

[@joematrix71]

when will it be available at the store?

[@Crossfader]

Check your local store, our local retailers have them available immediately

[@michaelsantiag3156]

how do get my pioneer plx1000 to work with pioneer dj djm s-7

[@johnkiz9310]

I don't have a PLX, but if it's anything like any other turntable, plugging it in should do the job 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@outsidethefink5063]

This looks brilliant, but in my opinion, it's geared toward Serato Dj's and not Rekordbox Dj's...

[@Crossfader]

It is but thats to be expected as most battle DJ's mainly use Serato as their software of choice. Having the ability to use RB or even map the mixer to Traktor is nice though!

[@vinylselektaz6475]

Can this work as a mixer without a computer?

[@johnkiz9310]

All mixers work as a mixer without a computer. Are you okay, buddy?

[@johngeorge5684]

Love

[@xsm5525]

what's with the multi coloured flashing light buttons? is this for adults or 5 year olds? looks like a toy.

[@user-su7yd8ew7x]

Does it had horns

[@johnkiz9310]

It had horns and it had gunshots!

[@fryorker1306]

That scratch above the right pads is killing me!

[@kingof9x]

That's just where the two pieces of the faceplate meet up. Scratching happens with one hand on the record.😉

[@marknarain6617]

4 CHANNEL S11 AND CAL IT DJM S 4 OR V 4

[@johngeorge5684]

WOW

[@carlosrios3708]

DJM-S72 😂 looks good

[@RefugeetheDJ]

Haha rane-s70 looked good too

[@DjOsmanPC]

Lamento decirles que Rane ya tenía ese tipo de mixer hace tiempo , lo siento Pioneer llegaste un poco tarde

[@djpho]

Me parece que este mixer es la continuación del legendario DJM-909, el cual fue primero que el que mencionas.

[@DjOsmanPC]

@@djpho el waveform lo añadió Rane y que Pioneer lo ponga es casi lo mismo , la única diferencia seria que Pioneer permita que con este mixer se desbloquee Rekordbox en modo creative al menos ahí existiría un beneficio, por lo demás tiene gran similitud a lo que presento Rane , no se le ha añadido nada nuevo , ni la opción de poner 2 USB o un al menos para que cuando la pc falle ya ahí con el USB te puedas salvar , al menos eso sería una novedad

[@djpho]

@@DjOsmanPC Respetable opinión, pero personalmente me quedo con este mixer.

[@encan2]

cool

[@___v___7024]

😎😎😎😎

[@callumlincoln93]

Unreal at beaverworks oktoberfest Holland

[@djholland4235]

Thank you mate!

Nice Rane 72 wanna be. Rane support is second to none, and build quality massively better than any Pioneer flimsy product. Pioneer are infamous for so many build issues. Spend the $300 more for a innovator and standard Rane 72 or 70. Not worth the similar price to a 72 for a tinny sound quality and a for a 'cool' effect maybe not built into the 72. That monitor section is simply not up to par either. Was there a comparison to the top dog 72 in this video? I didn't see one. If you feel the Rane is too expensive, ask your local music supplier if they have a DEMO unit for sale. You don't need a 72MKII..as you can do 99% the same things on the older 72.

[@glen.s9860]

Why don't all the DJ companys who are making the hardware, supplied the unit without any opperating system of software, so when a DJ perchase a DJ unit he/she can choose what software they choose to use I think Mobile phone should be like this. Having a deadecated unit is like lock into a contract, they may find they sell more unit

[@johnkiz9310]

🤦🏼‍♂️

[@halcyondaystunes]

CDJ3000s were an afterthought by Pioneer DJ compared to this beast.

[@djxcape2557]

Watch Pri yon Joni’s review with the CDJ3000. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3bCd3Rpndijd5I

[@essadikabdo2890]

Me acan xdj aym from morocoo

[@djtitoluv]

Lol 2 years later and still not available anywhere

[@johnkiz9310]

Bullshit. Had no problem getting mine a year and a half ago and my buddy just got one like 6 months ago. I don't know where you're trying to go with this.

[@djtitoluv]

@@johnkiz9310 has anyone told you today you freaking rock 🤘🏽🤣

[@jonmanuelreyes7588]

It is clear Pioneer is following Rane, but we know Rane 72 is far way too better than S11. Like I said, Pioneer is dead, could not even catch up with the SC600M.

[@RefugeetheDJ]

Have you used the S11 or do you own one?

[@jonmanuelreyes7588]

@@RefugeetheDJ the book has been judged son, the world is fed up being scammed by pioneer for years. And we know the curtains are closing fast on the die hard pioneer worshipers.... the party is over.

[@RefugeetheDJ]

@@jonmanuelreyes7588 if you that’s what you reckon and you still didn’t answer my question, have you used it or do you own one? You’ve judged the book by its cover so NO the book has not been judged SON! Funnily enough i still only see Pioneer at clubs and still it remains club standard... the party is still rocking hard.

[@jonmanuelreyes7588]

@@RefugeetheDJ dream on die hard fan, writting is on the wall, trust me no need to explain how u think anything from pioneer is relevant these days no matter how u defend it. The end is near and perhaps this year is the final year. Say goodbye to tomorrowlands and ultras and clubs.

[@RefugeetheDJ]

@@jonmanuelreyes7588 yet again you didn’t answer the question therefore you’re full of sh!7 haha i speak facts and you’re just hating on something you haven’t even used. They will remain club standard whether you like it or not hater! You cant explain anything because you don’t know what you’re talking about. You must be one of those bedroom djs so maybe stay in your cave son.

[@Zeus-sb9vj]

No pro dj link...disappointed! prewiev function on cdj 3000 for what? this mixer doesn' have pro dj link? we have 2020, pioneerdj wake up, wake up...! Pioneerdj give you always half functions, next half reserves, will be available for next decade because is sly, disappointed. pioneer was good 20 years ago, for now going down!

[@Crossfader]

This isn't really aimed to be used with a CDJ though. I know it's written on the USB hub (thats mainly because Pioneer won't advertise a competitors product) but most users will be using DVS or a Rane Twelve with this mixer rather than a CDJ.

[@Zeus-sb9vj]

@@Crossfader It does not matter. It's absolutely not matter. We have 2020. We need multifunction on one unit and technology for THIS TIME, but pioneerdj is sly, everytime is sly. For example new cdj3000, where is dual layer, where is pads, where is analysis tracks - this is mad if you can't read no analysis track - THIS IS MOST IMPORTANT , where is second knob for brake, pioneerdj is sly and greedy. Everytime sell old technology with just small piece in + and nothing more. This is not just only my sentence. Prewiev function on cdj3000 for what, if you can't use on brand new mixer pioneerdj, this is useless function, for now pro dj link should be standard in pioneerdj stuff, and i can't use this function on this mixer. Best Regards.

[@dj-peterofficial2753]

@@Zeus-sb9vj Wow! It sounds like it should be easy as f**k to send Pioneer Dj out the door. It's a free market so you should just do everything Pioneer don't and you'll take over the market in no time. Really looking forward to what you're gonna release that outperforms everything Pioneer has in their lineup, to a lower price of course. Low on money? Can't be a problem as you seem to have everything figured out to how satisfy every DJ now and in the future. With a concept like that the investors will be fighting to support you. Convert your complaining in to action and make a better world.

[@Zeus-sb9vj]

@@dj-peterofficial2753 The price is no problem. Problem is...why old technology is no standard for us, today, now. Pro dj link was just in old nxs2 and now in v10, why isn't s11. Maybe i wanna use cdj3000 and s11...and prewiev...where is link... If you doing new feature...going this line. I'm normal customer and i'm disappointed. And one more question...maybe you tell me...why if you use no analysis stick on cdj3000, this unit no reat tracks or no give you waveform. Maybe this is no important for you, but for me and others dj's is very important.

[@kitkatcomeonnow]

@@Zeus-sb9vj surely this is the equivalent of being upset your bicycle wheels won’t work with your car? Are they not designed for use with vinyl players and DVS?

[@Koopakid917543]

It's pretty cool but there are so many useless features that nobody will ever use. If they wanted it to be a 4 channel mixer, add 2 more faders. The fact that it's only in the screen is absolutely ridiculous. Definitely seems like an after thought

[@Jesse_James_Dj]

::Bites Knuckles::