Pioneer DDJ-ERGO DJ Controller Announced

Pioneer has finally let the cat out the bag on their newest DJ controller that they've been teasing everyone about. Introducing the new Pioneer DDJ-ERGO Digital DJ controller. This new DJ controller is geared more towards the DJ's who don't want to spend crazy amounts of money to get into the world of DJ-ing, or for those who need an extra or spare setup to accompany them on trips or light parties. The DDJ-ERGO will come bundled with the Virtual DJ LE software and is fully MIDI-mappable to other DJ software on the market. Check inside for the full press release and demo video.

Author:: DJ Blaze
Updated:: Feb 12, 2018
Original:: Oct 3, 2011

Pioneer has finally let the cat out the bag on their newest DJ controller that they've been teasing everyone about. Introducing the new Pioneer DDJ-ERGO Digital DJ controller. This new DJ controller is geared more towards the DJ's who don't want to spend crazy amounts of money to get into the world of DJ-ing, or for those who need an extra or spare setup to accompany them on trips or light parties. The DDJ-ERGO will come bundled with the Virtual DJ LE software and is fully MIDI-mappable to other DJ software on the market. The layout is very welcoming and the ergonomics look tight with a nice smooth finish. The suggested retail on the DDJ-ERGO is only $699 so I expect the street price to be around $600. Check back for more updates and for the FULL VIDEO REVIEW as soon as they become available!

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Pioneer DJ is steadily rolling out brand new products that work in perfect harmony with the new Serato DJ Software. Last week they unveiled the new Pioneer DJM-900SRT and the DDJ-SP1 that will work with the new Serato DJ 1.5.0 update and today they announced the new DDJ-SR which is a 2-channel Digital DJ controller that also controls the Serato DJ software. The Pioneer DDJ-SR is essentially a trimmed down two-deck version of the DDJ-SX which controls four decks of Serato DJ. The new DDJ-SR is more compact than the DDJ-SX and adds a new PAD PLUS button that gives the 16-performance pads even more function.

The new Serato DJ software (which is basically the new replacement software for Serato Itch) now provides a true upgrade path for people who are using the low-level Serato DJ Intro software with their Digital DJ Controllers. Serato DJ Intro software has a limited number of DJ functions, but DJ that own the Numark Mixtrack, Denon MC2000, or the Pioneer DDJ-ERGO now have the option to upgrade to the full Serato DJ version with much more control over the playback options and lots more features at your fingertips.

The Pioneer DDJ-ERGO which was just released worldwide, is now fully compatible with the newest Rane DJ software called Serato Intro. The DDJ-ERGO comes bundled with a special edition of Virtual DJ, but now Serato intro will work flawlessly with DDJ-ERGO, giving DJ's another reason to invest in the newest Pioneer Controller. The Serato DJ Intro software is expected to be available as a free download in sometime during December. You must have the latest version of the DDJ-ERGO-V software installed to use Serato DJ Intro. Check the full press release inside.

Pioneer has just announced the third iteration in their entry level DJ controller called the Pioneer DDJ-WeGO3. Long ago, we reviewed the original DDJ-WeGO and it was a great controller for any new DJ and it had versatility to work with different software. The DDJ-WeGO3 continues where the original left off with a new sleeker design, stronger construction, and an included iOS lightning cable that also charges the iOS device while in use.

Pioneer DJ is really busy announcing new products lately! This time Pioneer announces the new DDJ-SP1 USB MIDI controller that is designed to work in conjunction with the new Serato DJ 1.5.0 software so users can trigger new effects and samples with the 16 velocity-sensitive performance pads, buttons, and knobs in a nice compact package.

Our good friends over at SonicElectronix.com sent us a Brand new Pioneer DDJ-ERGO Digital DJ controller for a full HD-Video review that we will drop shortly. Right now we have the unit in the lab and we are putting it through all of our tests so we can give you (the reader/watchter) a full rundown review video so you can make an informed decision regarding your DJ controller purchase. Watch our unboxing and first impressions video in the meantime so you can get a preview of what's to come.

Just a few short weeks ago, the folks at Serato released the new Serato DJ Software upgrade packages for the Numark Mixtrack, the Denon MC2000, and the Pioneer DDJ-Ergo. Users of these controllers can now upgrade from the bare-bones Serato DJ Intro to the full-featured Serato DJ for the cool price of $199. Serato has now released three new videos that shows each of these controllers in action with the Serato DJ software to show potential users some of the new features that come with the upgrade. Check out the videos after the jump.

Just yesterday Denon DJ announced that they were producing a new all-in-one DJ controller aimed at the entry-level or beginner DJ market who may not want to spend an arm and a leg on this new-found hobby. Pioneer DJ has also jumped on the entry-level DJ controller bandwagon with their own announcement earlier today of the all-new DDJ-WeGO. This new all-in-one Digital DJ Controller is clearly aimed at beginners with five-color combinations to choose from, a limited number of controls, and a low price. Check out the video, press release, and more breakdown from yours truly after the jump.