DDJ-SB3

Legacy

DJ Controller · Released 2018

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Entry-level two-channel Serato controller with eight performance pads per deck, built-in audio and USB bus power.

Overview

Mixer channels: 2
Built-in audio interface: Yes
Operation mode: Computer / mobile
Controller layout: Club / standard
Jog / platter type: Capacitive-touch
Master output class: Unbalanced
Standalone playback: No
Standalone mixer: No

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Specifications

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Software & operation

Official software support

Serato DJ

Official support: Yes
Hardware unlock: Yes (Lite)

Serato DJ Lite is free; Pro is an optional paid upgrade.

VirtualDJ

Official support: Yes (paid license required)
Hardware unlock: -

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Official support: Yes
Hardware unlock: -

Legacy controller: official support may be limited to older software versions and operating systems.

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Operation mode: Computer / mobile
Standalone playback: No
Built-in audio interface: Yes

Decks & mixer

Mixer channels: 2
Deck control: 2
Physical deck sections: 2
Controller layout: Club / standard
Standalone mixer: No
DVS: No
Channel gain / trim knobs: Yes
EQ bands per channel: 3
Per-channel filter: Yes
User-replaceable crossfader: No
Hardware crossfader curve: No

Connections

Master output: 2 × RCA (unbalanced)
Master output class: Unbalanced
Booth output: None
Headphones: 1 × 3.5 mm stereo
Microphone inputs: 1 × 6.35 mm TS
Line / phono inputs: None
Aux input: None
Computer USB: 1 × USB-B
Dual-computer support: No
DMX output: No
Built-in speakers: No

Jog wheels & transport

Jog / platter type: Capacitive-touch
Jog / platter diameter: 128 mm
Jog display: No
Jog display technology: No display
Feel / tension adjustment: No
Tempo fader length: 60 mm

Performance & FX

Pads per deck: 8
Velocity-sensitive pads: No
Pad backlighting: Single-color
Dedicated stems controls: No
Hardware FX: No
FX controls: Knobs / buttons
Extra features: Pad Scratch
FX Fade

Display & media

Main display: No display
Touchscreen technology: No touchscreen
Media / storage: None
Network / wireless: None

Size & power

Width: 482.6 mm
Depth: 272.4 mm
Height: 58.5 mm
Weight: 2.1 kg
Power source: USB bus-powered

Audio specifications

Audio resolution (bit): 24
Sample rate (kHz): 44.1
Frequency response: 20 Hz–20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio (dB): 103
Master out THD (USB, %): 0.005
Audio note: USB path; S/N at rated output, A-weighted. D/A converter 24-bit; Pioneer doesn't specify the A/D or USB audio interface bit depth.

Notable included items

Notable included items: USB cable

Manual & support

User manual ↗ Support & downloads ↗

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