Serato DJ Pro

What Serato DJ Pro is

Serato DJ Pro is desktop software for mixing music and performing with supported DJ hardware on macOS and Windows. Users can view deck waveforms horizontally or vertically, and Practice Mode offers a basic version without connected hardware. With hardware that supports four-deck playback, the software can play up to four tracks at once. Serato Stems can isolate vocals, melody, bass, or drums for making acapellas, instrumentals, transitions, and mashups. The product includes access to more than 50 built-in effects and officially supports over 100 pieces of DJ hardware. Listed streaming services are Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Tidal. Set recording is unavailable when playing from a streaming service, in laptop Practice Mode, or with hardware that lacks a recording function. A Digital Vinyl System setup requires a Serato DJ Suite license or subscription. Serato DJ Pro costs $11.99 a month. Eligible users can get a free 14-day trial with access to DJ Pro and all Expansions, without providing credit card details; eligibility is limited to people who have not used DJ Pro before and have hardware requiring a paid upgrade.

Who it suits

Serato DJ Pro suits DJs using supported hardware on macOS or Windows who want tools for mixing, four-deck playback, and stem separation. Its Practice Mode also offers a basic version for use without connected hardware.

Limits

Practice Mode is a basic version without connected hardware. Set recording is unavailable when playing from a streaming service, in laptop Practice Mode, or with hardware that lacks a recording function. DVS requires a Serato DJ Suite license or subscription.

Getting started

1. Visit https://serato.com/dj/pro.
2. Use the desktop app on macOS or Windows.
3. Connect supported DJ hardware, or use the basic Practice Mode without hardware.
4. Choose the Serato DJ Pro plan at $11.99 a month or DJ Suite at $14.99 a month.
5. Check eligibility for the free 14-day trial if you have not used DJ Pro before and have hardware requiring a paid upgrade.

Verdict

Serato DJ Pro brings mixing, effects, and stem separation together for supported desktop setups. Check the recording restrictions and DVS requirement against your intended setup before choosing a plan.