There are a set of four DJ software channels to choose from, a set of color FX knobs, and a three-band EQ to enjoy. There’s also access to looping controls, eight performance pads, and some basic inputs and outputs.

We do like the dark grey matte finish and the decision to add some really sleek-looking full-sized jog wheels, but this doesn’t take away from the plastic feel of the build. Performance pads The dual Serato DJ Pro or Lite and Rekordbox compatibility is quite a positive surprise for a lot of mid-level DJs in search of versatility. The DDJ FLX6 also offers an FX strip on the right similar to other products from Pioneer’s DJM portfolio. There’s a button to support toggling between each of the different effects in Rekordbox and Serato DJ pro banks, which you can choose and access whenever you like. There’s also a button to toggle between different channel assignments too. The machine weighs around 3.8kg and comes with a 24-bit sound card, as well as a set of two full-sized jog wheels to explore. Features include:All of these solutions are stored on the front of the DDJ FLX6 unit, with no split cue available, unfortunately. For Traktor users, the DDJ-FLX6-GT brings a controller with full-sized pro jogwheels into the Traktor ecosystem for the first time ever, and so we think it will have unique appeal for some Traktor DJs who aren’t impressed with the much smaller jogwheels on the current official Traktor controllers. 2. Serato DJ Pro is, more than ever, a bargain addition This full-sized DJ controller is almost as large as the Pioneer DJ DDJ-1000, but it feels closer to the DDJ-200 in build quality. This is essentially a device built for beginners and people who don’t want to spend a small fortune on their craft.

Despite a couple of grumbles, the DDJ-FLX6 is still impressive in its own way. There are a few advanced functions that you won’t get anywhere else. Pioneer also boasts a new aesthetic for this DJ controller, but we’re not sure how much of a benefit that is at first glance.The FX select simply cycles through the effects you’ve chosen for the two engines, with up to 6 options available. Pioneer DJ has today announced the DDJ-FLX6-GT, a new version of the DDJ-FLX6 controller that replaces the current version in the company’s line-up, and that adds two more DJ platforms to those the controller already works with. The DDJ FLX6 is all about versatility, hence the decision to ensure it works with both Serato DJ Pro or Lite and Rekordbox.

Most controllers do follow an exhausting trend of only using an exclusive single-software support option. It’s nice to see more than one option on one device. We haven’t had time to properly get used to this unit here at the school yet, but once we have we’ll be happy to answer questions about it – ask in the comments! But for now, here are three first thoughts: 1. Big jogs are a winner According to Pioneer, the DDJ-FLX6 ensures you can “flex” your creative muscles with a host of new features and an easy-to-use interface. Usability/ Ease of Use The Merge FX experience is relatively easy to get used to. All you need to do is choose a pre-set and press the knob to start building your music.There’s very little to grumble about when it comes to the sound quality of this device. You’re going to get an experience very similar to most consumer DJ controllers. I mention it because an equivalent consumer four-channel controller for Serato, the Numark NS4FX, does not come with the pro version of Serato at all, making that unit bad value in comparison (plus, the NS4FX officially only works with Serato, although in practice it works fine with Virtual DJ, too). 3. The Traktor mapping may turn out to be underwhelming So as well as having a new graphite colour scheme, the DDJ-FLX6-GT adds compatibility with Virtual DJ and Traktor Pro, making it the first Traktor-compatible controller to be announced by a third party for many years. However, while existing mid-range options from Pioneer focus heavily on durability and build quality – this one is all about performance features. The controller gives any DJ an edge when it comes to performing, and is a great way to keep the crowd's attention and take them on a journey they will not forget. It has incredible versatility with four available channels and new features and has easy plug-in-and-play functionality. Other features