Serato Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB2 Controller for DJs
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About this product
The Pioneer DDJ-SB2 is a 2-channel controller optimized for Serato DJ. It features 16 RGB backlit pads, 2 decks, and a built-in sound card and mixer. Inputs include mic, line, and phono, with outputs via RCA and 6.35mm. Effects include filter, flanger, delay, loop/sampler, and pitch shifting. USB powered, with 24-bit/44.1 kHz audio. Made in Japan. Priced at $230.00.
Our take
The DDJ-SB2 is a classic Serato controller, and at $230 it's a great deal. You get 16 RGB pads, a built-in sound card, and plenty of I/O: mic, line, phono, and RCA outputs. The effects are solid—filter, flanger, delay. The build is typical Pioneer: sturdy and reliable. My only complaint is the 44.1 kHz max sampling rate, which feels dated. But for bedroom DJs and beginners, it's a fantastic entry point. USB powered means no extra wall wart, and the software integration is seamless.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 16 RGB backlit performance pads
- Built-in sound card and mixer
- Works seamlessly with Serato DJ
- USB powered, plug and play
Cons
- 44.1 kHz maximum sampling rate
- No standalone mode
Specifications
- Number of Mic Inputs 1
- Color Black
- Input/Output Ports MIDI (DIN) In, Digital RCA/Coaxial (S/PDIF) Out, Analog RCA/Coaxial Out, USB In, USB Out, 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS/TS In, 6.35 mm (1/4") TRS/TS Out
- Number of Phono Inputs 1
- MPN DDJSB2
- Number of Line Inputs 2
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- Rack Unit Height
- 1U
- Effect/Enhancement
- Pitch Shifting/Harmonizing, Flanger, Filter, Loop/Sampler, Delay
- Brand
- Pioneer
- Form Factor
- Tabletop
- Maximum Sampling Rate
- 24 Bit (44.1 kHz)
- Type
- Double Deck Controller
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Number of Channels
- 2
- Model
- DDJ-SB2
- Number of Pads
- 16
- Features
- Built-in Effects, Software Included, USB Interface, Portable, Built-in Mixer, Jog Wheel Illumination, Built-in Phono Preamp, Pitch Control, RGB Backlit Buttons, Built-in Sound Card, Autoloop, USB Powered, Tempo Control, 3-Band Equalizer, Plug and Play, LED Light(s), Auto BPM Function
- Frequency Response
- 20 - 20000 Hz
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Number of Decks
- 2