Perfect Holiday Gifts for DJs!

Gift Guide: Perfect Holiday Gifts for DJs!

Spread some holiday cheer with your favorite DJ gear! From beat machines that drum out a festive pa-rum-pum-pum-pum to lights that dazzle and twinkle through every yuletide mix, we’ve got the perfect gifts to suit any DJ and any budget. In a rush? No worries! Let them be the master selector with a zZounds gift certificate that’s sure to hit all the right notes this holiday season.

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Gifts for Aspiring DJs
Pioneer DJ's REV controller hardware is a popular party mix gateway for beginner DJs and pros alike. Pioneer DJ makes a beginner-friendly DDJ-REV1 model that won't break the bank, with rekordbox DJ software included for your laptop.

More affordable options for the beginner digital DJ: AlphaTheta DDJ-FLX2, Numark Party Mix Live, and Hercules DJControl Inpulse 200 MK3. The Inpulse 200 MK3 introduces them to Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED software, and includes STEMS for creative mixing, a Beatmatch Guide for track syncing, and 8 pads with 4 modes. Learn more about portable, affordable DJ rigs in our DJing on a Dime buying guide.

Unsurprisingly, many DJs still prefer the combination of classic vinyl feel and modern electronic media access. DJ CD players and DJ digital media players allow the beginner to spin CDs or plug in a USB drive with their audio files. Complete DJ systems combine two decks and a mixer into one device that's one audio cable away from pumping up any party. The Mixstream Pro + is a standalone DJ console with a built-in speaker and touchscreen that can play music from streaming services and turn your Philips Hue smart bulbs into a light show!

For the beginner DJ that wants to spin vinyl, you'll need a turntable (or two). The Pioneer DJ PLX-500 ticks off all the major checkboxes needed to perform with vinyl, or transfer vinyl to audio files on your computer via a USB output. For something more gig-ready, the Reloop RP-8000 MK2 includes performance features rarely seen in other turntables. Avid vinyl listeners can find something special in our selection of audiophile-grade Audio-Technica and Pioneer turntables. Plus, DJs can use any of these turntables with a DVS interface to spin and scratch their digital music libraries.

DJs don't just play records -- they make them as well. Producers and DJs use drum machines, samplers, and sequencers to craft those epic tracks you hear on the dance floor. These "grooveboxes" make excellent gifts for anyone who wants to create their own beats.
Gifts for the DJ with Everything
Every DJ needs a great pair of DJ headphones. With rotating ear cups, amped-up bass, and volume to hear over the crowd, good DJ headphones are an easy upgrade to any live rig. Find more ideas in our Headphones Buying Guide.

If you're shopping for a DJ that plays gigs anywhere outside of a club, chances are, they're bringing their own lights and sound equipment.

For the DJ that wants to go beyond spinning and wants to get into live performance DJing, a mini MIDI controller is a great gift! It's an add-on to spice up pre-recorded tracks, or a way to recreate new jams on the spot. A mini MIDI controller allows you to give the crowd a little extra something.