# Can the DJM-S5’s physical crossfader control Crossfader FX **URL:** \ **Category:** DJ Hardware\ **Tags:** macOS, iOS\ **Created:** [November 2, 2026, 7:57am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659 "2026-11-02T07:57:57Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 6\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/f04885/32.png) [@shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/shimisho)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 7:57am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/1 "2026-11-02T07:57:57Z")
I’m considering using the Pioneer DJM-S5 with djay Pro for DVS. I would like to use the Crossfader FX feature, specifically **Tempo Blend + Fade**. If I select this effect in djay Pro, can I simply move the DJM-S5’s physical crossfader to control the effect, including automatic tempo blending? Does the DJM-S5 send its crossfader position to djay Pro via MIDI? Has anyone tested this combination? ---
**Author:** ![Michael\_Wisniewski](https://community.algoriddim.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/m/a88e4f/32.png) [@Michael\_Wisniewski](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Michael_Wisniewski)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 9:56am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/2 "2026-11-02T09:56:41Z")
The DJM-S5 is officially supported in djay Pro macOS, iOS and Windows. > **[DJ Controllers, DJ Mixers and other DJ Accessories | Algoriddim](https://www.algoriddim.com/hardware)** > > Algoriddim has partnered with world leading DJ manufacturers to create a wide range of premium DJ controllers, DJ mixers and accessories designed to perfectly integrate with Algoriddim’s award-winning DJ apps. **Notes:** There was a setting in the DJM Utilities that was literally “_Using DJ software other than Serato DJ Pro_”, but I’m not sure if it needs to be set anymore or if it just works out of the box. **DJM-S5 Setting Utility for Mac** [https://support.alphatheta.com/en-US/articles/6964439625753?product=6874435245721](https://support.alphatheta.com/en-US/articles/6964439625753?product=6874435245721) ---
**Author:** ![shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/f04885/32.png) [@shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/shimisho)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 10:14am UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/3 "2026-11-02T10:14:24Z")
@Michael_Wisniewski thank you so much for your response and i would like to know whether i can use CFX function such as tempo blend+fade in Djay pro with the crossfader on DJM-S5. ---
**Author:** ![Michael\_Wisniewski](https://community.algoriddim.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/m/a88e4f/32.png) [@Michael\_Wisniewski](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Michael_Wisniewski)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/4 "2026-11-02T12:43:37Z")
> [@shimisho](#): > > i would like to know whether i can use CFX function such as tempo blend+fade in Djay pro with the crossfader on DJM-S5. The crossfader on the DJM-S5 sends MIDI. As long as the mixer is configured correctly to send MIDI to djay Pro, the DJM-S5 crossfader will be able to control tempo blend+fade (Crossfader FX) in djay Pro. BUT - I do not know if you need to download a driver for the mixer, and turn ON the MIDI in the mixer before it will work with djay Pro.l Full MIDI Specifications for DJM-S5 (PDF): > **[DJM-S5\_MIDI\_Message\_v100\_E.pdf](https://downloads.support.alphatheta.com/software_info/dj-mixers/DJM-S5/DJM-S5_MIDI_Message_v100_E.pdf)** > > 1072.93 KB ---
**Author:** ![shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/s/f04885/32.png) [@shimisho](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/shimisho)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/5 "2026-11-02T14:18:42Z")
thanks for the detail @Michael_Wisniewski ---
**Author:** ![Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/user_avatar/community.algoriddim.com/slak_jaw/32/6517_2.png) [@Slak\_Jaw](https://community.algoriddim.com/u/Slak_Jaw)\ **Post date:** [November 2, 2026, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.algoriddim.com/t/can-the-djm-s5-s-physical-crossfader-control-crossfader-fx/43659/7 "2026-11-02T15:35:24Z")
Hi @shimisho, and thanks @Michael_Wisniewski for jumping in on this one. Yes, this works. Crossfader FX has worked with external mixers since djay 5.2, and the Tempo Blend option in external mixer mode was added in 5.5.2. To set it up: 1. Tap the dropdown next to the crossfader and turn **Crossfader FX** on. 2. Pick **Fade** , then scroll down to **Options** and turn on **Tempo Blend**. 3. Check that **Settings \> General \> Crossfader FX \> Sync Mode** is set to **Sync + Tempo Blend**. Make sure djay is updated from the App Store before you try it.