Since our mission is to provide you with the best creator tools and resources to grow your career, we’ve partnered with Serato, Virtual DJ and DEX 3 to bring streaming to DJ applications. Today we’re adding Pioneer DJ to the list, giving you another way to level-up your workflow and find more music for your next set.
Or your first set. Even if you’re new to DJing, Pioneer DJ’s easy-to-use WeDJ app simplifies things so that anyone (👋) can start mixing SoundCloud’s millions of tracks within their DJ app using a SoundCloud Go+ subscription. Here’s how:
The controller is packaged with Pioneer DJ's WeDJ software for iPhone and a rekordbox dj dongle for using rekordbox dj on a Mac or Windows computer. The Pioneer DDJ-200 is USB bus powered and ships with a USB cable and a split audio cable, which allows you to monitor the cue outputs of your device while sending the main out to speakers. Develop your DJ skills. Find out how to set up the controller and software, play tracks, and express yourself by putting your own spin on the music. Become a master of the DDJ-200 and WeDJ with this tutorial series. The Pioneer DDJ-200 is the latest entry-level smart DJ controller with compatibility with Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices. The two-channel controller features a jog wheel, tempo slider, cue and play/pause buttons, beat sync, and eight performance pads per deck. FREE 5-Day Class for DDJ-200 & WeDJ APP! Pioneer DJ is partnering with renowned DJ HAPA, founder of the educational DJ platform: The DJ Coach. This will deliver aspiring and beginner DJ's a comprehensive, 5-day WeDJ tutorial course at no charge. To begin, each person must: 1. Click this DDJ-200 5-Day WeDJ. Start DJing with the easy-to-use DDJ-200 smart DJ controller from Pioneer DJ. Lightweight and compact with a pro-style layout, it'll help you learn to mix and, if you want to, develop DJing from a hobby into something more. Put your own twist on the music as you mix.
- On iOS, download and log in to WeDJ to use on the go, or connect the app with Pioneer DJ’s DDJ-200 controller.
- Enable SoundCloud within the app and sign in to your account (you need to be a SoundCloud Go+ subscriber).
- Restart your WeDJ app to pull in tracks from your SoundCloud playlists, and to search, mix and stream from SoundCloud’s catalog of official releases, emerging creator content, and everything in between – directly from the app, in real time.
In addition to accessing this growing list of DJ integrations, SoundCloud Go+ gives you offline and ad-free listening to SoundCloud’s entire catalog and the ability to stream in high quality audio. If you haven’t upgraded yet, that’s okay. There are a few different (and discounted) ways* to get SoundCloud Go+:
- Looking for the best value for DJs? Get our premium creator subscription Pro Unlimited and then add SoundCloud Go+ for half the cost; this option gives you industry-leading creator tools to grow your career, plus the ability to mix with select DJ apps.
- Are you a college or university student? Get SoundCloud Go+ for 50% off here.
- Just want to keep it simple? You can purchase a standalone subscription here.
We’ll be rolling out integrations with other leading DJ applications later this year, so stay tuned. If you’re a label or distributor that doesn’t have a deal with us yet and would like to be involved in partnerships like this one, reach out to licensing@soundcloud.com.
*Note, offers cannot be combined.
Enter the world of DJing with the DDJ-200, our new smartphone and iPhone compatible smart DJ controller. The DDJ-200 makes it easy to start DJing with the help of the Tutorial feature in our app, WeDJ™ for iPhone (ver. 2.0), which you can download for free from the App Store.
For over 25 years we've been making DJ equipment, software, professional audio gear, and music production tools that have been used by everyone from bedroom DJs to global stars. Now, the DDJ-200 offers anyone – regardless of their musical or technical knowledge – an intuitive way to make the leap into mixing music. Designed with beginners and hobbyists in mind, the smart DJ controller is compatible with a variety of music streaming apps and offers access to features that demystify many aspects of the craft. You can use the DDJ-200 to mix tracks at home or on the go and take your first steps as an artist.
Connect the DDJ-200 to your iPhone and mix songs from your iTunes via our app, WeDJ. Or connect the software to SoundCloud Go+ and Beatport’s new Beatport LINK streaming service to access huge online sources of music. Download Algoriddim’s djay iOS/Android app and you can mix tracks from Spotify (Premium account required), or download MWM SAS’s edjing Mix iOS/Android app and access content from and Deezer. Find more information about iOS/Android app compatibility and music streaming support below.
The layout of the buttons and dials on the DDJ-200 inherits the style of our professional DJ equipment to make it simple for you to get hands-on and find all the controls you need to perform. To help you get to grips with DJing as quickly as possible, we’ve added the Tutorial and Transition FX features to WeDJ for iPhone, both of which are popular with beginners.
The smart DJ controller is compatible with WeDJ for iPhone straight out of the box. Also, to use the record box dj, you just need to connect your PC/Mac with the DDJ-200 – there is no need to enter a license key to get advantage of our professional performance app.
KEY FEATURES OF THE DDJ-200 and WeDJ for iPhone
Multi-app compatibility and support for music streaming services
Connect the DDJ-200 to your smartphone, tablet or PC/Mac, choose your favorite from a number of compatible DJ apps such as WeDJ, MWM SAS’s edjing Mix and Algoriddim’s djay and control tracks stored on your device. Some streaming services are supported too, so you can discover music from numerous genres in vast online catalogs. Even better, when connected to the DDJ-200, you can enjoy free use of all the features in rekordbox dj and WeDJ for iPhone that normally incur in-app billing.*1, 2
DDJ-200 compatible DJ apps and their corresponding devices and streaming services*3
Application | Supported devices | Compatible streaming service |
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WeDJ for iPhone | iPhone | Beatport LINK SoundCloud Go+*4 |
rekordbox | PC/Mac | Beatport LINK SoundCloud Go+*4 (Both Available Fall 2019) |
djay | iPhone, iPad | Spotify |
edjing Mix | iPhone, iPad, Android | Deezer |
WeDJ for Android*5 | Android | NA |
A list of countries where above noted applications are available can be found here (as of May 10, 2019).
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Tutorial and Pop-Hint features to help beginners enjoy DJing
Combine the DDJ-200 with WeDJ for iPhone to use the Tutorial feature which summarizes the basics of DJing. Find out how to connect the controller to your devices, and how to use various features and effects, and pick up tips on performance techniques.
WeDJ for iPhone also offers the Pop-Hint feature that explains the functions of buttons without switching screens. If you’ve never handled DJ hardware before, these features will help you get up and running, and performing, in no time.
Transition FX – easily perform professional sounding mixes with various styles
The DDJ-200 can reproduce various patterns of DJ mixes between tracks for people with no experience behind the decks. Activate the Transition FX feature in WeDJ, choose from 11 patterns*7 and simply slide the crossfader to switch from one track to the next via a professional-standard transition.
Phrase Sync – world’s first feature on a controller*8 for easy, natural switches between tracks
Our phrase analysis algorithms will analyze the composition of your tracks and detect phrases. When you tap the dedicated buttons in WeDJ for iPhone, Phrase Sync uses the information from this analysis to align the start and end positions of the phrases in two tracks so you can be sure it will sound natural when you switch between them. The DDJ-200 is the world’s first DJ controller to offer this kind of feature.
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Compact, lightweight body for DJing anytime, anywhere
Take the DDJ-200 wherever you want, thanks to its lightweight and slim body. There’s no need to carry speakers because you can play sound from the built-in speaker of your smartphone, tablet, or PC/Mac. And the DJ controller can be powered via a power bank*9, so you don’t even need to stay close to an outlet.
Split output for DJ performances
Use split cables to separate the audio output of your smartphone, tablet, or PC/Mac into master and monitor outputs. This enables you to check audio via your headphones, e.g., cueing the next track, while the crowd hears the master sound playing through the speakers.
*1 When the DDJ-200 is not connected to the smartphone/tablet/PC/Mac, using paid features of WeDJ for iPhone will incur in-app billing.
*2 To use rekordbox dj when the DDJ-200 is not connected, license key activation is required.
*3 It is the responsibility of Beatport LINK, Deezer, djay, edjing Mix, SoundCloud Go+, and Spotify users to read terms of use and follow copyright protection laws, rules, and regulations, as well as international treaties designated in the country, where the service is being used. *4 A list of countries where SoundCloud Go+ is available can be found here (as of May 7, 2019).
*5 WeDJ for Android is scheduled to become compatible with the DDJ-200 via an update in late July 2019.
*6 & 8 The first DJ controller in the DJ controller market (according to research conducted by Pioneer DJ Corporation, May 7, 2019).
*7 Use of some FX incurs in-app billing.
*9 Power bank not included. Power banks are external units that can be recharged and carried with smartphones, tablets, and other devices.
DDJ-200 specifications
USB | USB (Type B) x 1 |
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Power Supply | USB Bus Powered |
Power ConsumptionDC 5V | 500mA |
Bluetooth | Bluetooth 4.2 (Low Energy) |
Maximum Dimensions (WxDxH) | 378.0 × 208.0 × 48.2 mm |
Weight | 1.2 kg / 2.6 lb |
Accessories | USB cable, Split cable, Warranty (for some regions), Quick Start Guide (WeDJ/rekordbox); Quick Start Guide (djay), Quick Start Guide (edjing Mix) |
WeDJ for iPhone system requirements
Compatible OS (iOS) | iOS 12, 11, 10 |
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iPhone | iPhone XR,iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone X, iPhone 8,iPhone 8 Plus,iPhone 7,iPhone 7 Plus,iPhone SE,iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus, iPhone 6,iPhone 6 Plus, iPhone 5s, iPod touch (6th generation) |
rekordbox system requirements
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Mac | macOS Mojave 10.14 (Updated to the latest version), mac OS High Sierra 10.13 (Updated to the latest version), mac OS Sierra 10.12 (Updated to the latest version) |
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Windows | Windows® 10, 8.1, 7 (latest service pack) |
CPU | Intel® processor Core™ i7, i5 and i3 |
Memory | 4GB or more of RAM |
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* Use the latest editions of WeDJ for iPhone, rekordbox, and Algoriddim’s djay and edjing Mix.