The Next Beat SX1 DJ Controller by Tiësto, USB-C Wired

I’ve always wanted to learn how to DJ and this little device is perfect for beginners! Tbh it’s a little annoying that it does require you to register an account and go through all these extra steps to get the software necessary to use this but once you do, the software is really easy and intuitive since it matches the board. It starts out with a simple beginner’s layout but you can change it once you’re familiar with the basics to add more advanced features. One thing I super like about the software is also that it comes with a set of video tutorials so you don’t have to be combing YouTube to try to figure out how to use it. The videos are pretty short so if you forget one thing, it’s easy to search for the one feature and get a refresher. Overall, this is super fun and easy to use! Oh also it plugs in directly to your laptop and you can hook up speakers to it directly or just through your laptop. However, it does only take wired output and doesn’t connect via Bluetooth for better or worse. Also this is very small and very lightweight so very easy to bring around! I really think this is perfect for beginners and I’d recommend it to anyone looking to learn how to DJ!

Still learning but seems like a good bit so far

This is a really great item for someone trying to get into DJing. It has a lot of great attributes, but isn’t so overwhelming that it will discourage you from trying. The quality is very well-made, fairly easy to use once you read up on everything and have a fair understanding afterwards, and I feel like the value for money is pretty fair for the quality of this item, especially with a famous DJs name attached to it. My husband is a big fan of Tiesto so he was pretty excited when I received this. Our kids love learning also so this was a lot of fun for them to try out and learn from. I feel like it’s compatible with a variety of ages that want to learn how to DJ.

This is a pretty good DJ controller for someone who is curious and just getting started. You get a good sized controller with bigger wheels which helps get tracks aligned, and there are the essentials buttons and faders you need to get started with DJing. I do wish this controller worked with more softwares, I had trouble getting it to register with anything other than the software it came with. However it did work well there, and within an hour of playing around I was able to start playing with fading songs in and out and beat matching. This is just a controller, so you will also need a laptop or desktop in order to get music to play. I think there are more versatile controllers out there that are a little cheaper, but this one does look nice and is an all in one kit. The controller is also pretty lightweight, so once you learn it it is easy to take it to a house party if you really want to set the mood.

This controller is a fun way to get into DJing without feeling overwhelmed. The layout makes sense, and the controls are easy to learn while still giving enough features to grow with. The jog wheels, mixer section, and effects make it feel more like real gear than a toy. It’s compact enough to move around easily, which is nice if you don’t want a large setup taking over a room. Sound quality has been good, and the included software adds a lot of value for beginners. A really enjoyable piece of gear for learning, practicing, and casual mixing.