The hardware is expected to hit stores at the end of November –which is just in time for the holiday season. With the growing number of music heads that are interested in learning to DJ, this is an admittedly smartly-timed release from Pioneer DJ. Usable with both Mac + PC computers, plus iPhones, iPads, and Android phones and tablets.USB Bus powered – aka no need for an extra power cord.You’ll need to buy a license or subscription if you’re interested in upgrading to use Serato DJ Pro. Rekordbox and Serato compatible – with access to rekordbox and Serato DJ Lite, you can plug the FLX4 into a Mac or PC to utilize whichever software you prefer and use their respective Performance modes.Microphone audio via USB – you won’t need a separate soundcard or mixer to use a microphone when playing with the FLX4, as it mixes the mic’s output with the music.Smart CFX – also fresh to the FLX4, Smart CFX is a single-knob effects tool that applies a “combination of effects” to your output (though it’s unclear what that combination includes).Smart Fader – a new feature that adjusts the volume, BPM, and bass of your current track for you, so you’ll only need to move the fader or crossfader to bring in a new track.
Here’s a rundown of its primary abilities: The DDJ-FLX4 has a minimalist design in shades of matte and metallic grey with a pretty straightforward setup meant for beginners.
