Which is better for scratching?

The DDJ-REV7. Its motorized jogs and DJM-S style layout are built for scratching and open-format mixing. The FLX10's jogs are mechanical.

Which is better for mash-ups?

The DDJ-FLX10. Track Separation isolates vocals, drums and instruments on the fly, and Part Instant Doubles moves a part to another deck.

Is the DDJ-REV7 worth the extra money?

Only if you scratch or play open-format. Otherwise the FLX10 gives you two more channels and stem tools for about $406 less.

Does the DDJ-FLX10 work with Serato?

Yes. It runs rekordbox and Serato DJ Pro, and it ships with a voucher for the Serato Pitch 'n Time DJ Expansion Pack.

How many channels do I need?

Two is enough for straight mixing. Pick the FLX10's four channels if you layer tracks, use stems, or run multiple decks.

Which has better effects?

Both have onboard effects. The FLX10 adds FX Part Select, which applies effects to a chosen stem.

Pioneer DDJ-FLX10 vs Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV7

Buy the DDJ-FLX10 if you want four channels and stem control for mash-ups and multi-deck sets; it costs less, at $1,729.00 as of October 31 versus $2,135.00 for the DDJ-REV7 as of October 28. Buy the DDJ-REV7 if you scratch or play open-format and want motorized jogs and a battle-style layout. The FLX10 is the better value for most shoppers; the REV7 is the specialist tool.

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