Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB3 DJ Controller
Product Highlights
- Serato DJ Lite Software Included
- Supports Serato Flip Function
- Large Aluminum-Plated Jog Wheels
- Eight Performance Pads per Deck
- iZotope-Powered Effects
- 2-Channel Mixer
- Deck Control: 4 Decks
- Slip Mode for Smoother Transitions
- Needle Search Pad
- Adjustable Crossfader Curve
Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB3 2-deck Serato DJ Controller
2-/4-deck Digital DJ Controller for Serato DJ with Onboard Audio Interface, Built-in Filtering, and Serato DJ Lite Software
A Revolution in Portable DJ Performance
The next product in Pioneer DJ’s popular DDJ-SB series, the DDJ-SB3 offers even more portable digital DJing power than ever. This comprehensive yet portable option offers full 4-deck controls, on-jog displays, and tried-and-true mix functions such as Filter Fade and Pad Trans, the latter of which lets you cut the volume in time with the BPM when you trigger the performance pads. But that’s just the beginning. The DDJ-SB3 includes breakthroughs such as Pioneer’s Pad Scratch and FX FADE functions, which open up entirely new creative avenues when you perform with Serato DJ.
Built for Serato DJ: the choice of serious digital DJs
These days, you can’t get into digital DJing without picking up on the buzz surrounding Serato DJ, and Serato DJ Lite lets you get your hands on this amazing system for free when you pick up a Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SB3. Whether you’re emulating traditional turntable DJing or taking advantage of the extreme flexibility of your high-tech DJ controller, Serato DJ provides you with the best in-the-box DJing experience you could ask for. A few of the things that have drawn many of the DJs here at Sweetwater to Serato DJ include its customizable layout and comprehensive toolset. In other words, you can tweak the layout to fit your style, and there’s no shortage of tricks you can pull off with Serato DJ.
Pull off scratch effects, without knowing how to scratch
This may sound crazy, but Pioneer loaded up the DDJ-SB3 with an amazing, innovative function called Pad Scratch, and it might just change the way you DJ. With Pad Scratch, you can seamlessly pull off eight different professional scratch techniques by simply hitting the performance pads. These scratch techniques were actually performed by the legendary DJ Jazzy Jeff — so you know they’re going to be good. Whether you use them on their own or in combination with other effects and transition effects, you’ll find endless uses for Pad Scratch.
FX Fade makes transitions even smoother
When the DDJ-SB2 came out, Sweetwater DJs were seriously impressed by its Filter Fade and Pad Trans functions. These made transitions smoother and provided dynamic ducking when using the performance pads — cool stuff! With the DDJ-SB3, it gets even better. Now you get even smoother mixing, thanks to the FX Fade feature. This feature lets you automatically cut track volume as you apply one of eight effects patterns. Talk about an easy way to bring up the quality of your transitions!
Key Features
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Intuitive layoutAll of the features were designed to be where you need them, when you need them. The layout inherits elements from our DDJ-S series with jog wheels, Performance Pads, play and cue buttons, independent Auto Loop buttons and all knobs and fader positions arranged in an easy-to-reach way that mimics professional gear. |
Pad ScratchAdd scratch effects to cued and currently playing songs without a turntable thanks to Pad Scratch. This new effect lets you reproduce, and create patterns from, eight of hip hop legend DJ Jazzy Jeff’s different scratch recordings. As the speed automatically matches the BPM, you won’t need to worry about breaking rhythm. |
Smooth transitionsWhether you’re an experienced DJ or beginner, mixing is seamless with the FX Fade feature. By reducing the volume and applying FX at the same time, FX Fade smoothly blends tracks – even those from clashing genres. Choose eight combinations of the following four FX patterns – high pass filter, low pass filter, loop playback and back spin. |
Durable DesignThe DDJ-SB3 is constructed from premium materials and audio circuitry. Its robust build ensures durability, while the distinctive styling and aluminium jog wheel deliver a professional feel. |
Features
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Portable designTake this controller with you wherever you go thanks to the easy grab handles and lightweight design. Simply connect the USB cable to begin playing. |
On-board Serato sound cardSimply connect to your PC/Mac via USB to get plug-and-play control of Serato DJ Lite, no need for an external sound card. |
Paid upgrade to Serato DJ ProPurchase Serato DJ Pro for control of dedicated buttons for FX, along with advanced features such as Beat Jump, Slip mode, 8 Hot Cues and 8 Sample buttons. Simply connect your PC/Mac and start playing. |
Clear audioThe mic input circuit produces clear audio without distortion to ensure crystal-clear sound even at high input levels. |
Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB3 Digital DJ Controller Features:
- A compact yet full-featured DJ controller that’s perfect for mobile Serato DJ rigs
- 2-deck layout accommodates full 4-deck mixing for advanced performance
- Large jog wheels and intuitively laid out controls keep your workflow clean
- Rubber pads provide transport control, sampler access, cue triggers, and more
- Instantly pull off DJ-style scratch techniques via Pad Scratch
- Onboard filters and Filter Fade functions provide advanced mix options
- Pad Trans and FX Fade functions provide additional smooth mixing effects
- Built-in sound card includes all of the audio connections you need
- Includes a free download of Serato DJ Lite
Pioneer DJ DDJ-SB3 Specs
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| Package Weight | 6.9 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 23.0 x 13.0 x 5.0″ |
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