Sound is affected by distortion or clipping. Why?

If the volume level is too high, the sound may be affected by distortion or clipping.
Play a track and follow these steps:

1. Check the channel level indicator on the DJM-S5.
Adjust the level with the [TRIM] knob so the channel level indicator lights up around [0] dB (so the red doesn't light up) at the loudest part of the track.
2. Check the master level indicator on the DJM-S5.
With the channel fader at the top, adjust the level with the [MASTER LEVEL] knob so the master level indicator lights up around [0] dB (so the red doesn't light up) at the loudest part of the track.
3. Turn off the KEY LOCK function by turning off the KEY LOCK button in Serato DJ Pro.

If sound skipping, sound cutting, or noise occurs, see [Troubleshooting_Serato DJ Pro] > "Sound skips, cuts, or is affected by noise. Why is this happening?".

You can read the Instruction Manual [here].