It’s probably not as comprehensive as other DAWs, but it is suitable for a dude like me coming over from DJing. I sometimes DJ with FL Studio, make mashups, and even complete sets in FL only using automation clips. You’ll be able to use the pads as drums pads or piano roll, and the various knobs for modulation and control mapping like tempo fader (tempo in FL), volume, mixer-master volume, etc. To use a DJ controller with FL studio, you’ll need to connect it and map it first. If you use a DAW like this for producing, they will have more beneficial effects that are more suitable than you have available on your controller. It sure is fun when you’re a producer turned into a DJ or a DJ who wants to be a producer like I was. DJ software like Virtual DJ and Serato are built for using 2/4 decks and mixers, whereas FL Studio (a DAW built for producing, and in some instances live performing with ‘performance mode’) isn’t meant to be used with DJ Controllers.īut although FL Studio is not precisely for DJing, it is certainly possible to use a DJ controller with it.