Recommended specifications
For a typical DJ setup using default Serato settings
Processor
Intel core i5 or Apple M1/M2 or higher
Storage
15GB or more of spare local disk space (SSD)
Operating System
macOS:
14 Sonoma
13 Ventura
12 Monterey
High performance specifications
For demanding tasks like low latency scratching, live streaming, mixing with three or more decks, or using Serato Video
Processor
Intel core i9 or Apple M1/M2 or higher
Storage
15GB or more of spare local disk space (SSD)
Video Memory
4GB or 14-core GPU or higher
Operating System
macOS:
14 Sonoma
13 Ventura
12 Monterey
Find out more about operating system compatibility
Read our Mac optimization guide for best performance across both recommended and high performance tiers
Recommended specifications
For a typical DJ setup using default Serato settings
Processor
6th generation Intel core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 3000 series or higherAVX required
Storage
15GB or more of spare local disk space (SSD)
Video Memory
Dynamic/shared 512MB (dedicated 1GB or higher for Serato Video)
Operating System
Windows:
11
10
High performance specifications
For demanding tasks like low latency scratching, live streaming, mixing with three or more decks, or using Serato Video
Processor
8th generation Intel core i9 or AMD Ryzen 7 5000 series or higherAVX required
Storage
15GB or more of spare local disk space (SSD)
Video Memory
Dedicated 2GB or higher
Operating System
Windows:
11
10
Find out more about operating system compatibility
Read our Windows optimization guide for best performance across both recommended and high performance tiers
FAQs
How to activate your trial
- Download and install Serato DJ Pro.
- Connect your supported Serato DJ Lite hardware and click 'Start trial'. The Serato DJ Pro free trial will last for 14 days. At the end of your trial you can either Buy or Subscribe to Serato DJ Pro.
If you have a supported Serato DJ Lite controller or compatible Club Kit hardware connected, you can try Serato DJ Pro free, for 14 days.
How do I activate my Serato free trial? ›
How to start a Serato Studio Trial
- Download and install Serato Studio via: serato.com/studio/downloads.
- Launch Serato Studio and then click the purple 'Get Started' button. ...
- Once you've signed in, you will see a 'You're good to go' page to confirm that your login has been successful and/or subscription has been activated.
If you're wanting to use a Serato DJ Lite hardware unlocked controller with Serato DJ Pro, you'll need to buy or subscribe to a Serato DJ Pro license to access all of Serato DJ Pro's features.
What's the difference between Serato DJ Pro and Lite? ›
Serato DJ lite vs Serato Dj Pro
It has many of the same features as Serato DJ Pro, but it is missing some advanced features and tools. Serato DJ Pro, on the other hand, is the full version of the software and includes all of the advanced features and tools that professional DJs need.
Which hardware unlocks Serato DJ Pro for free when plugged into the software? ›
Can I use all the unit's functions with either application? You can control each function on the unit whether you use rekordbox or Serato DJ Pro, but the operation specifications may differ depending on the application you use.
Is Serato free with Pioneer? ›
Comes with 16 velocity-sensitive performance pads to control Cue Points, Loop Rolls, Slicer, the SP-6 and the revolutionary Dual Deck mode. This hardware unlocks Serato DJ Pro for free when plugged into the software.
Where can I find the Serato product license code? ›
article. To your Serato Video license, click here to navigate to your Serato My Account page, then click on Show licenses under the Serato Video product card. NOTE: If you have purchased your Serato Video license in a bundle (for example, with Serato DJ) you may not see it listed in My Account via Serato.com.
Is Serato completely free? ›
Serato DJ Intro is a Free DJ Software download, designed for people who love music. Serato DJ Intro allows for traditional two deck mixing of digital music files from a computer.
How many computers can I put a serato sample on? ›
Serato DJ & expansion pack licenses can be activated on up to four computers.
4.2 Subscription fees are charged in advance on a monthly or annual basis (“Billing cycle”), depending on what Billing cycle you have selected in your Order or when making changes to the Subscription in your Serato Account.
Which is the best DJ software? ›
The two most used platforms among the Digital DJ Tips community are easily Rekordbox and Serato, but other names include Traktor, VirtualDJ, djay Pro, and Engine DJ, all of which we'll cover here. There are others too, though.
How to get Serato Pro for free? ›
Step one: Get the software
- Go to the Serato website.
- Register for a free account (if you don't already have one)
- Go to the Serato DJ Pro page under “Products”
- Download & install the “free trial” (ie don't select the “buy” option) – this “trial” will actually work forever for laptop-only DJing.
Serato Play is a fully-featured Expansion Pack that lets you DJ using only your laptop. You now have the option to DJ without any hardware connected and access advanced features such as EQ, FX, Filters, your other expansion packs and more.
Do I need Internet for Serato DJ Pro? ›
You'll need an internet connection to download and update Serato DJ Pro, and to add various features to the unit via firmware updates.
How do I get DJ Pro AI for free? ›
djay Pro for Windows is available as a free download on the Microsoft Store.
