Best DJ Gear For Beginners 2026

Choosing your first DJ setup can feel overwhelming. Controllers, standalones, club gear… everyone online has a loud opinion, and it’s hard to know what actually matters when you’re just starting.

In this video I break down everything in a simple, practical way. You’ll learn the real differences between controllers, standalone systems, and club gear, how each one feels to mix on, and which setups make the most sense depending on your goals and budget.

I also cover software (Rekordbox, Serato, Engine DJ, VirtualDJ), stems, sound cards, and what actually changes as you move up in price. By the end, you’ll know exactly what to buy and why, without getting overwhelmed.

If you’re doing my course, watch to the end. I’ll show you the cleanest, easiest setup to learn on, especially if you’re starting from scratch.

CHAPTERS
0:00 Controllers vs Standalone vs Club Gear
1:35 DJ Software
2:14 Stems
3:31 What Changes as You Move Up in Price
5:15 Sound Cards Explained
6:30 Best DJ Controllers
10:05 Best Standalone Systems
14:41 Club Gear
16:14 The Best Simple Setup for My Course
18:06 Speakers and Headphones
19:20 Final Thoughts (and my gear recommendations)


If you want to learn to DJ with a clear path from beginner to club-ready, here’s my full training:
https://www.clubreadydjschool.com/clu...