Pioneer DDJ-SB Limited Red DJ Controller 2-Channel DDJSB DDJ-SB-R Beginner JP
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About this product
The Pioneer DDJ-SB Limited Red DJ Controller is a 2-channel double deck controller with 16 pads, designed for Serato DJ software. It features USB power, a microphone input, phono input, and line input. Effects include filter and loop/sampler. The controller offers a frequency response of 20-20000 Hz and 24-bit/44.1 kHz sampling. Made in Japan, this limited red edition is suitable for beginner to intermediate DJs.
Our take
The Pioneer DDJ-SB in red is a great-looking controller that feels more solid than the Hercules options. With 16 pads, you can trigger samples and cues easily, and the build quality is reassuring. The USB power is convenient, and it integrates nicely with Serato. The limited red color is a nice touch—it stands out. My main gripes: the mic input is usable but lacks an EQ, and the price at $409.09 is steep for a beginner controller, though you get Pioneer reliability. The jog wheels are decent but not as smooth as higher-end models. For $400, it's a nice step up from budget kits, but if you're on a tight budget, you might want to start cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Solid build quality from Pioneer
- 16 pads for cue points and samples
- USB powered, simple setup
- Limited red color is eye-catching
- Works well with Serato DJ software
Cons
- Mic input lacks dedicated EQ
- Price is high for a beginner controller
- Jog wheels not as smooth as pro models
Specifications
- Number of Mic Inputs 1
- Custom Bundle No
- Color Red
- Number of Phono Inputs 1
- Input/Output Ports USB, 6.35mm (1/4in.) Trs/TS in, 6.35mm (1/4in.) Trs/TS Out
- MPN DDJ-SB-R
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- Number of Line Inputs
- 1
- Effect/Enhancement
- Filter, Loop/Sampler
- Rack Unit Height
- 1U
- Modified Item
- No
- California Prop 65 Warning
- NA
- 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-SB-R
- Number of Pads
- 16
- Features
- USB Powered
- Frequency Response
- 20 - 20000 Hz
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Number of Decks
- 2
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- UPC
- 0884938241809
