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Serato DJ Pro
Auckland, New Zealand
What it is
Serato DJ Pro is desktop software for mixing music and performing with supported DJ hardware on macOS and Windows. It supports up to four simultaneous tracks when paired with hardware that provides four-deck playback, and deck waveforms can be arranged horizontally or vertically. Practice Mode offers a basic version without connected hardware. Serato Stems can separate vocals, melody, bass, or drums for acapellas, instrumentals, transitions, and mashups. The software includes access to more than 50 built-in effects and officially supports over 100 pieces of DJ hardware. Listed streaming integrations include Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Tidal. Recording set limitations apply when using streaming music, laptop Practice Mode, or hardware without recording capability. Digital Vinyl System use requires a Serato DJ Suite license or subscription. A free 14-day trial includes DJ Pro and all Expansions for eligible first-time users with hardware requiring a paid upgrade, without credit card details. Serato offers a free plan, while the Serato DJ Pro plan costs $11.99 a month and DJ Suite costs $14.99 a month.
For and against
For
- Works on macOS and Windows
- Supports up to four decks
- Separates vocals, melody, bass, and drums
- More than 50 built-in effects
- Supports over 100 hardware pieces
Against
- Recording is restricted in several modes
- DVS requires DJ Suite
- Desktop application only
- Four decks require compatible hardware
The verdict
Serato DJ Pro combines hardware mixing, four-deck playback, stems, effects, and streaming integrations in a desktop application. Review the recording restrictions and DVS requirement before choosing a plan.
Who it suits
It suits DJs using macOS or Windows who want hardware-based mixing, stems, effects, streaming integrations, or a practice mode. It also fits users seeking four-deck playback or DVS support.
Plans and prices
Serato DJ Pro
Includes Serato DJ Pro
Read 2 Oct 2026 · serato.com
Serato DJ Pro
Includes Serato DJ Pro
Read 2 Oct 2026 · serato.com
Serato DJ Suite
Serato DJ Pro · Serato FX · Pitch ’n Time DJ · DVS
Read 2 Oct 2026 · serato.com
Serato DJ Suite
Serato DJ Pro · Serato FX · Pitch ’n Time DJ · DVS
Read 2 Oct 2026 · serato.com
On the record
- Company
- Serato says it makes audio software and launched its first product in 1999.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Desktop platforms
- Serato DJ Pro is a desktop application, and Serato provides macOS and Windows compatibility and system requirements on its download page.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- DVS limitation
- A Serato DJ Suite license or subscription is required to use a Digital Vinyl System setup.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Effects
- The product page says Serato DJ Pro includes access to more than 50 built-in effects.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Four decks
- The software can play up to four tracks simultaneously when connected to hardware that supports four-deck playback.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Hardware compatibility
- Serato DJ Pro officially supports over 100 pieces of DJ hardware.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Practice Mode
- Practice Mode lets users continue using a basic version of Serato DJ Pro without connected hardware.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- Serato DJ Pro is professional DJ software for mixing music and performing with supported DJ hardware.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Recording limitation
- Set recording is unavailable when playing music from a streaming service, using laptop Practice Mode, or using hardware without a recording function.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Stems
- Serato Stems can isolate vocals, melody, bass, or drums to create acapellas, instrumentals, transitions, and mashups.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Streaming integrations
- Supported streaming services listed by Serato are Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify, and Tidal.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Support
- Serato says its support team responds seven days a week and is staffed by professional DJs familiar with its software.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Trial
- The free 14-day trial provides access to Serato DJ Pro and all Expansions without requiring credit card details; eligibility applies to people who have not used Serato DJ Pro before and have hardware requiring a paid upgrade.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Waveforms
- Users can view deck waveforms horizontally or vertically.serato.com · read 2 Oct 2026
