I use Djay Pro with this DDJ-SB. Great little entry controller love it.

Had the DDJ-SB up until about a month or so ago, great controller for any new beginners. Even if you have been DJ'ing for a little while now, still a fun controller. But if you know most of your effects and what not, you will want to upgrade from the Serato Intro like TLM said to the full version of Serato DJ. I personally had fun with it, but did return it after a bit. Just ordered a Numark Ns7, getting those spinning platters (vinyl). On it's way in the mail now, can't wait to get it. Gonna start learning some scratching thanks to TLM's video's. Tried learning scratching on the SB, just didn't work out. Good review TLM!

YAY! i have this controller and want to learn about the in depth features! thanks TLM!!!

Thanks a lot! I planed to buy an entry level controller and this one semmed to be perfect for me (budget). I was waiting for your analyse, expecially about scratching. Continue this way, your videos are amazing!

Thanks for the review. Was checking out the virtual dj and now want to try out some decent entry level controller. This may be my first if not; still doing more research.

Thank you for sharing all this game playboy! Liked and subscribed and I will be watching all of your videos before purchasing my Pioneer controller tomorrow

This man is a teacher, may God bless you more.

Thanks man this really helps me understand my first controller a lot so thanks and keep up the good work

I am considering the SB for my smaller venues... I really don't want to transport my turntables to those smaller gigs, so I am highly considering this controller. Obviously, there are hundreds of others I can consider. so far, the SB is on the top of my list.

Excellent review. Very informative and balanced. Thank you!

Can't think of a better review video than this. 👍

this is my second controller and it is amazing value for what you get!

I’ve had the SB for 3 months now (my first controller) and I’m having a the lot of fun with it, but I have an SX2 on order - more on that in a minute. I went ahead and got the full version of Serato after the 14 day trial, running Windows 7 on both my laptop and desktop using a portable hard drive for music. Zero problems so far. My unit was up to date when I got it, but if you’re having problems you might want to check the firmware level. There’s only a couple of things I would change: XLR outputs would be nice since that seems to be the standard (easily remedied with a patch cable); the mic and headphone jacks really should be in the front. BTW, the FX bank has one level control for each deck - you can activate multiple FX’s, but they’ll all be controlled by one knob. Oh, and get a Decksaver cover designed for this model - they fit perfectly. I would guess that you can access 90% or more of Serato features either through the deck or the screen, so you’re not limited in that respect. However, I can see the advantage to having direct access to them on the deck, so reason #1 for upgrading to the SX. Reason #2: I would really like to have access to the ‘Slice’ function, which isn’t available with the SB. I never thought I would have use for more than two decks, but I’ve already seen situations where a larger ‘staging area’ would really help, hence reason #3 to upgrade. I was going to advise buying more controller when you start out, but I really can’t. I like the Pioneer / Serato model, but I wouldn't have known that without the hands-on experience. So do your research, get an SB, and when you’re ready to upgrade, the controllers will have even more features than today. As djTLM says: “Peace Out”.

Although I already have the big brother which is the DDJ-SX, with the full version of DJ - I found this to be great for cameo gigs and very small get togethers instead of hauling the DDJ-SX inside the flight case or my 1200s with the mixer. It is also great in size for the value to bring to practice when you go on vacation, in fact I bought this on board a cruise ship and jacked it into the ship's club mixer without messing up the resident DJ as to which he thanked and respected me for that. BTW you said in the video that you were getting a hum in your monitors and to eliminate that is to put the MIC gain all the way down when you have no MIC connected this solved the problem for me. Before the mic gain was turned down I was hearing a hissing/humming sound which sounds like TAPE HISS on yesterday's cassette tape decks without the Dolby NR on. Hope that helps you and everyone else!

definitely getting this for my first set

This is the exacly controller that i've wanted to buy and you just read my mind doing a review haha

Do u know how long I been waiting on your review on the pioneer sb!!!! Thx breds

Can you make a review of the new DDJ-SB2 ? I really like your reviews very helpful and defined.

Got this and the sb3 gold edition both my favourites

thank you so, much for your tutorial! great Job!

I bough one 3 weeks ago brand new...I just can't seem to get the microphone to work...is there a specific cable for the mic that I have to get?

do you need an audio interface with this if you are going to be playing the output through separate speakers?

Great review!! The only question left is - does it still feel like your mixing on pioneer gear? With the platter movement and pitch faders ?

Hello brother a question as I can configure serato to scratch with pioneer sb , thank you very much for your tutorials

Great review, thanks a lot

Hi, i own a DDJ-SB and im very happy with it, my only considerations are, as you said, the pitch fader is a little short and the balance of the controller isnt perfect, but i have a doubt: how can i double or cut in half my loops? is that possible? thanks!

Thank you for your video, I just have one question: Can't I map the Headphones Level and Headphone Mix (because I leave them at the normal settings), to be a gain for Deck 1, and a gain for Deck 2?

I was learning on CDJ 900/2000N in friends studio and need something to play at home on budget. So I'm getting DDJ-SB next week. Hope those CDJs didn't spoiled me up :D.

@djTLMtv

9 жыл бұрын

planco It will feel a bit different, but you can still have a lot of fun with that SB!

Great video!

hi djTLMtv i need your help with my ddj sb i download serato dj intro evrythings work but when i wanna do some beatmatch using my headset i cant hear a track one in the time

Grabbed one of these over the summer to play with. I use Mixxx DJ instead of Serato.

Thank you, very helpful!

Do you ever get feedback from controllers? I just got the ddj sb2, and I'm getting feedback and a beep that goes with the flashing of the cue and play buttons on the controller. I was wondering if you had any experience with this.?

Will these controllers also work on virtual DJ, also will i need to map every single button and assign it a command.

i read that the jogwheels get stuck after anywhere between a few hours to a week and the controller has to be sent back for replacement... and even those get stuck. theres even videos on youtube showing this can anyone confirm this?

I use this with Traktor Pro, love it.

Can you recommend a pair of speakers for the pioneer DDJ-SB? I want something that isn't going to break the bank, but is still quality????

Which audio interface are you using? I didn't want to use the sound card that comes with the controller. i wanted speaker options. please let me know when you get the chance

Can i use this with virtual dj? Or do i have to buy serato software in order to use the controller? Plz reply

good review

Good review..

Sometimes in the middle of mixing the headphone volume is just suddenly decrease and i barely can hear the music. Is this a common issue?

Hello, could anyone answer me whether i can map this controller to my scratch VST in FL so that i can use the jogs to scratch and sample in my track? Thanks!

can you tell me what kind of interface and how to concted from to... thanks

At 4:13 do anybody know how to use sampler 1-8? I figured out how to use the 1st 4 and switch banks but I don't know what to push to activate 5-8 sampler keys. Please help.

guys please help what kind of cable do i need buy to connect to more than 2 speakers?

great controller but is there anyway to get the headphone volume louder?

when dj tlm effortlessly starts scratching... my life and pride as a dj went away LMAO

Do you think that buying the full version would be worth it? If i were to just use this controller?

Dude that scratch near the end...teach me your ways lol.

Hey men... this is what im looking for, i'm new to djing and all these stuff... What app do you use? to make the music?

Hey Man, nice review, I got the Sb2 (very similar) a few slight upgrades but i also noticed mine has that humming buzz that you talked about when plugged into the Output section and also mine is unstable too- i also had to put more rubber underneath... must be a factory thing, my head phone jacks now also giving trouble.

I have the DDJ SB but its now having power problem....the power comes and go.....like in 4 seconds can someone help me pliss

would this be your first choice in the entry level controller arena?

Thanks for this sir :) I learned a lot of this video. Actually this is the first controller that I want to buy. But I dont have a lot of money to buy hahahaha post more videos and inspired all dj's :)

Yo! good review, liked it. I was looking into buying this controller and I was wandering how this works with VDJ ( I owned a DDj Wego with VDJ pro )? is this better than than the wego? also I do get that sound from my controller, can a noise reduction cable fix the sound? thanks and keep it up brother!!

which one is better Numark Mixtrack pro3 or Pioneer DDJ-SB ?

Just went to order mine today... I used to be on turntables before, I hope I can get used to the controller.

I wonder is this controller compatible with Korg Kaossilator Pro?

why did you plug the controller into your audio interface?

WHATS THE MUSIC YOUR USING WHILE DEMONSTRATING THE SB?

I also have the humming noise, but it can be reduced by turning the mic level down. Doesn't go away totally though.

is this good for the person starting dj as his career

Hi I need help on to how to download this on my computer

I like the Size of the pioneer sb and the numark mixtrack pro 2 because when u have quick easy gigs u can go light, and not have to carry my heavy NS7. But not sure which one to get 😞.

@djTLMtv

10 жыл бұрын

Comparison video is coming! (SB vs Mixtrack Pro 2)

@DJTrinivibes4U

10 жыл бұрын

Again as I said , u the boss !!! Thx

@DJTrinivibes4U

10 жыл бұрын

Thx for that ***** I am leaning towards the mixtrack pro 2.

trying to get my feet wet in the DJ game and I will purchase this to start. thanks for the vid!

can you use this with djay 2 on ipad?

Do you need ti buy serato dj intro?

can you use songs from your iOS device?

Hi bro,1st of all...thanx for your awesome revieuws,u're for sure one of the best in business...(you should do more dj controllers)...you explain very well,though i'm not English spoken...I can understand all u said... Cheers bro.. ;)

@rasheedabaksh1689

6 жыл бұрын

gixxerboy555 hi I need help onto how to download this on my laptop

please is there any means i could use the ddj-sb with four decks either on virtual dj or serato dj. i really do enjoy mixing on 4 decks. thanks.

@djTLMtv

9 жыл бұрын

Female DJ Frizzie I don't think so

I know that this is an older video but figured i'd share. The hum from the unit is because the microphone volume isn't turned all the way down. I had the same problem.

please can pionner ddj sb work with dj vertual i need a answer help me

hey just got my ddj _sb and its not installing on my mac....

Help Help Help!!!!!!! Overall wich controller would be better ddj -sb or the ddj wego3

Very good review:-)

@djTLMtv

9 жыл бұрын

Nigel Frederick Thanks!

Thanks it helped me much;)

Can you use this with traktor?

Heeeey guys... Im stuck between the new Mixtrack pro 3 or the DDj-SB which one do you think is a better buy? Cheers

@noaharreola2986

9 жыл бұрын

Ddj sb 2

Can it be used with SSL?

good shit bro

can you use virtual dj pro.

reverse faider does it have the botton

how i can set samper on my DDJ-SB with serato dj

pioneer ddj wego 3 ,ddj sb or the rellop beatmix 2 can't really decide i like the beatmatching light featur on the wego and that i can controll djay for ipad with the wego also that i can mix tracks from spotify with it just kind of missing the drum pad and some features plus it's very small and kind of looks like a toy

I'm having problems for the sounds of come out the speaker

I had a question, i want to buy this but before i do will this work on traktor pro 2 software on my laptop? Or the serato software is the best?

@djTLMtv

9 жыл бұрын

Heet Joshi Serato and Traktor are both good. It's a midi controller so there are probably custum Traktor mapping files for this unit, but I haven't looked yet. Try the DJTechTools forum

@HeetJoshiofficial

9 жыл бұрын

Ok man thanks alot!

@DishantPandya

9 жыл бұрын

It will work on both

does this work with traktor?

how about Numark Mix Track 3 ?

honestly i have used this controller before but ive used it with serato intro and with virtual dj 8 all tho i will say this in my opinion and my point of view like you said in the video that you will have to look at your screen more thats not true if you know your music you just need to know at what part of the song you start to mix... oh by the way DJ TLM I would to see a video of you mixing but with out scratching using the the Rane rotary mixer with out using the crossfader

Does it have autoloop?

what size is the rca

The DDJ-SB is a good and quite complete entry model for its price. I'd definitely recommend this controller to anyone who just started DJing and definitely when you're not sure if you want to continue doing it. The only downside to this is that it's an entry level model; it's a fun toy but nowhere near to professional gear. If you're looking for an affordable controller with a more professional feel i'd recommend checking out some of the Reloop controllers, they are waaaaay cheaper for what you get. And if you don't give a damn about the price and you just want something that you'll never have to replace, with awesome features and an outstanding build quality: buy a DDJ-SX. I'm loving the shit out of that thing.

Small beep from monitors, it's troubles with ground in you electrical equipment or laptop.

If your desktop does not have a disc input, can we still get serato DJ Intro for free. Like on their website or something?

@bencullen9648

9 жыл бұрын

Yes ddj serato dj intro is free to download without buying a controller

@djTLMtv

9 жыл бұрын

Crab Reaper Yup, get it from the Serato website

Please please help me :( I have ddj sb and i already downloaded the serato dj intro, the applications opened and i select a music then load then i click the play button but it doesnt work. No sounds music :( please help me.

@stevix8043

8 жыл бұрын

Go to config/settings and set your audio output

This is my 1st controller and I'm getting started. I purchased two 15" Rockville speakers off of amazon for about $450 and I'm tryna decide on the microphones. Cordless or not and the headphones. Any suggestions?

@CJ_Walks

8 жыл бұрын

+Dj Mack depends on how much you have to spend, i would go with a corded mic either way though

@cmack5215

8 жыл бұрын

+Carson Juliot thanx Carson. I went with a corded Mic 2 start. It sounds good

can some one tell me the name of the intro song ? :D

I have this controller. I like it.

@djtruedomination

8 жыл бұрын

Stellar Tr4p You need a laptop for this controller.

Does anybody know where I could download a pro version of Serato DJ for a MacBook Air..? Literally can't find a torrent anywhere for it.

@volcanic3104

8 жыл бұрын

+Liam Thomas Kickasstorrents