Using the (Community v2.0.1) or the macOS Serato native workaround , you can continue to rock gigs with this 13-year-old beast. Just remember to disable driver enforcement on Windows, never use a USB hub, and stick to 44.1 kHz.
Because this package was compiled before the launch of Windows 11, you must use the following installation roadmap to bypass operating system blocks: Pioneer DJ DDJ-S1 - Serato DJ Hardware pioneer ddj s1 driver new
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Whether you need to manually install a driver depends entirely on your operating system: : The never use a USB hub