With so much gear available, choosing your first DJ set-up can be overwhelming. In this guide, we run through five complete DJ systems we recommend at Digital DJ Tips for 2026 – from entry-level kit under $500 to professional set-ups costing over four figures.
We also cover both laptop-based controllers and standalone systems, so whether you want to DJ with your computer or go laptop-free, there’s a set-up here that’ll work for you. Each recommendation includes the DJ gear, speakers, and headphones you’ll need to get started.
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⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
02:24 Pioneer DJ DDJ-FLX4 (Entry-level laptop set-up)
03:18 Numark Mixstream Pro Plus/Go (Entry-level standalone)
05:18 Rane One MkII (Pro-level laptop set-up)
07:40 Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3 (Pro-level standalone)
09:32 AlphaTheta XDJ-AZ (Money no object)
12:15 Final thoughts and extra resources
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