Roland DJ-505 Serato DJ Pro Controller with TR Drum Machine

The Roland DJ-505 is a 2-channel, 4-deck DJ controller made for dedicated use with Serato DJ Pro control software and includes a built-in TR drum machine which combines the advanced performance controls of Serato with the legendary sounds and sequencing capabilities of Roland’s 606, 707, 808, and 909 drum machines. This super-advanced DJ controller is perfect for DJs who are looking to boost their live performances with the unparalleled flexibility to remix, produce and DJ with an exciting approach to music performances.

The DJ-505 offers the tools to move beyond simply mixing tracks to producing beats and rhythms on-the-fly that’ll synchronise perfectly to your Serato DJ songs, this allows you to create unique transitions, live remixes, beef up tracks, or create your own original songs on-the-fly. The digital DJ controller is supplied with the complete Serato Tool Kit and is highly-portable thanks to the compact design and advanced feature set which makes it more than ideal for mobile applications, club performances, live performances, and production purposes. 

A built-in 24-bit/48kHz audio interface provides you with Roland’s high-quality sound with master and booth outputs that faithfully reproduce your audio sources with a crystal clear and compelling sound. There are balanced XLR outputs lets you connect directly to a professional PA system with ease as well as set up a booth monitor via the booth outputs and separate 1/4-inch and 1/8-inch headphone jacks. A ¼-inch TRS microphone input lets you add vocals and external instruments to your performances while dedicated controls give you quick and smooth operation of triggering Hot Cues, Loops, TR sounds, sequencer patterns, and samples as well as switch between four Serato decks with the Deck Select button.

The DJ-505 is fitted with large, low-latency platters which are super-responsive and offer lag-free performances that gives you the same style of scratches as can be executed on turntables while the illuminated outer rings give you instant visual feedback regarding the playback time of your tracks. The jog wheels feature a brushed aluminium top plate that gives you a sleek and professional finish and offers a great feel as well as robust durability.

Thanks to the addition of Roland’s patented Analogue Circuit Behaviour technology the DJ-505’s integrated drum machine faithfully recreates the classic, authentic sound of Roland’s most popular drum machines, the TR-606, 707, 808, and 909. These drum machines have spawned entire genres from hip-hop, and rap to house, techno and electro and are some of the most influential drum sounds ever to grace music. The 505 DJ controller allows you to recreate the original sound and character of the classic machines and provides you with the capabilities to program and create exciting rhythms and tracks using the same sounds as the world’s foremost musical icons. You can even finely tune your TR drum sounds and samples thanks to the controls for volume, attack, decay, and tune as well as easily build sequences using the famous step-based TR-S pad interface.

A rich set of features combined with deep integration with Serato DJ Pro software gives you new creative possibilities enabling you to remix, produce and perform all from one compact unit. The 16 step sequencer lets you quickly program drum patterns using authentic TR drum sounds or samples from the Serato Sampler which will then perfectly synchronise to your tracks allowing you to create seamless transitions, live remixes, and beef up your original tracks. An Instant-Record mode lets you record on-the-fly, real-time sampler sequences or make use of the Serato Sampler’s advanced abilities to layer and sync multiple audio tracks and loops within the eight sampler slots. A MIDI output lets you precisely synchronise external MIDI devices and instruments to the TR sequencer.

With the ability to create entirely new musical and rhythmic elements on-the-fly, the DJ-505 allows you to transform your musical dynamics and energy of your performance. You can add a booming kick drum to your tracks or even program a beat alongside an acapella making it ultra-easy and intuitive to blend various musical elements to your records. The DJ-505 is lightweight and super-robust with road-ready durability and combines the best hardware performance controls with sound quality unlike anything else in its class with unparalleled possibilities for DJs to get creative with.