3 on/off effect buttons, 1 “volume” knob. Yes Effects section 1 on/off effect button, 1 “volume” knob. Pads beat loop Yes No Pads scratch No Yes Pads keyboard Yes No Pads FX fade Yes, included in Pad FX.
Decks 3 & 4 control No Yes Headphones CUE/master mix Yes No Key shift Yes No Key lock No button but can be turned on with the computer. Pioneer DDJ-400 Pioneer DDJ-SB3 Recording Yes (free) Paid option ($129). When you upload your mix, all track titles and time stamps are automatically added by rekordbox, so listeners can check each track title while enjoying your set.Differences between the Pioneer DDJ-400 vs DDJ-SB3. Use rekordbox to record your sets and share them with the world via social media channels such as Mixcloud, YouTube and KUVO. Easy sharing of mixes to social media with track titles and time stamps.To use this feature effectively, build up track information in your rekordbox library. Quickly scroll through your music, making maximum use of your collectionĮra : tracks with a close year of release.Īssociation : tracks sharing traits such as artist, label, etc. The track displayed at the top of the track list is the most relevant one to play next. This feature ranks every track in your rekordbox library according to how well it matches with the one you’re currently playing, helping you choose tracks that will fit well in your set. Track Suggestion – displays tracks that match well with the one currently playing.The Tutorial feature is also compatible with the DDJ-RB.
Even if you’re a complete beginner, you can learn how to DJ. The DDJ-400 comes bundled with a rekordbox DJ license and works with the latest version of RekordBox DJ v5.3 which includesįollow the instructions of the Tutorial on your PC/Mac’s screen.
Class compliant – OS standard driver will be automatically installed. Grab handles on both sides – easy to carry. USB bus powered – no need to plug into the mains. Mic input circuit – clear audio without distortion, even with high input level. Built-in sound card (audio interface) – plug and play by simply connecting the controller to your PC/Mac using a single USB cable. Use the trim and EQ knobs, and the headphone cue buttons, in exactly the same way as those on the DJM-900NXS2. Get familiar with jog wheels, play/pause and cue buttons, tempo sliders, a loop section and cue/loop call buttons just like the ones on the CDJ-2000NXS2 The buttons and knobs on the DDJ-400 are arranged in the same way as those on Pioneer's club-standard CDJ-2000NXS2 and DJM-900NXS2 set-up There is also the welcome addition of a large pitch fader with greater range for more precise pitch control. Other modes include Sampler, beat jump and Pad FX. Main controls have the standard features of a DJ controller with 16 performance pads with modes including Pioneer's Keyboard mode allowing you play a cue point using the pads as a keyboard.
The effects on the software are selected using a simple button, then the parameters and effects mix are controlled but standard rotary controls. The most iconic part of any DJM mixer through time has been the effects on and off button which is also found here. The mixer section is laid out more like a standalone DJM unit with the same style knobs and layouts, with the real advantage being the effects control section. With loop controls, play and cue buttons in the same positions you would normally find them. The jog wheels are raised with finger indents to resemble that of the flagship CDJ2000 NXS2 players. The layout of the DDJ-400 is intended to resemble a traditional Pioneer CDJ player and DJM mixer setup.
A great way to learn to DJ even for the complete beginner. The Pioneer DDJ-400 is compatible with the new Tutorial feature in RekordBox DJ which explains basic equipment operation step by step for efficient learning.