The DDJ-FLX4 integrates two new smart features to help beginner DJs start mixing—Smart Fader and Smart CFX. Smart Fader allows artists to effortlessly transition between tracks with a simple glide of the crossfader or channel faders. After sliding the fader, the DDJ-FLX4 automatically adjusts the track’s BPM, volume, bass volume and other aspects of the music to create a seamless transition into the next song. Artists can also spice up their favorite tracks with the help of Smart CFX—an effect that applies complicated combinations of effects to the music with the turn of a knob. “DJing is a truly unique artform; its ability to evoke strong emotions and create deep connections between music and people is incredibly powerful,” said Yoshinori Kataoka, President and CEO of AlphaTheta Corporation. “Pioneer DJ is dedicated to using its background and in-depth knowledge in DJ technology to develop products that make it easy for people with no experience to start mixing. I hope the DDJ-FLX4 can help people take their first steps in learning the art of mixing and to start their DJ journey.” The all-new DDJ-FLX4 DJ controller design couples a simplistic matte grey body and metallic grey mixer to provide aspiring artists a sleek, performance-intuitive first controller to start mixing on. Artists can familiarize themselves with fundamental mixing skills using the controller’s two glossy jog wheels and sampling techniques with eight performance pads on each deck. The controller employs