ROLAND ANNOUNCES DJ-505 and DJ-202 DJ CONTROLLERS Roland ’ s DJ Controller Lineup Expands with Two All-New Models
ROLAND ANNOUNCES DJ-505 and DJ-202 DJ CONTROLLERS Roland ’ s DJ Controller Lineup Expands with Two All-New Models
Roland announces the DJ-505 and DJ-202 , two new DJ controllers for Serato DJ . Equipped with features derived from the popular DJ-808 DJ Controller , the DJ-505 and DJ- 202 offer onboard Roland TR drum sounds , dual low-latency platters , Serato DJ integration , vocal FX , and more . With the newly expanded DJ-series lineup , DJs and music producers can now choose from three Roland DJ controller models to suit the needs of different setups .
Released to wide acclaim in 2016 , the DJ-808 DJ Controller is a state-of-the-art creative tool with a four-channel mixer , built-in drum sequencing , vocal processing , and the deepest Serato DJ integration available . Like the flagship model , the streamlined DJ-505 and compact DJ-202 are inspiring instruments with impressive flexibility to DJ , remix , and produce , empowering exciting new approaches to music performance .
The DJ-505 is a two-channel , four-deck Serato DJ controller that comes with the complete Serato Tool Kit . With its portable design , pro-grade build , and advanced feature set , the DJ-505 is ideal for mobile applications , club DJing , live performance , and music production .
Two large , low-latency platters on the DJ-505 provide responsive , lag-free performance for turntable-style scratches , while eight pads with 13 modes offer dedicated controls for Serato DJ . Also included are built-in drum kits from Roland ’ s classic TR-808 and TR-909 drum machines , and each kit contains eight sounds that can be played on the performance pads and triggered from the onboard TR-S sequencer . The sequencer has a dedicated TR-style interface , and TR drum sounds and Serato samples can be adjusted in real time using panel knobs . The DJ-505 ’ s mixer is Serato DVS Upgrade Ready , and can be used standalone with multi-players or turntables connected to the line and phono inputs .
The DJ-202 is a forward-thinking Serato DJ Intro controller that gives DJs the features and layout of a full-size pro controller in a rugged mobile unit . Its lightweight design and easy-grab handles provide convenient portability for all types of events , including house parties , club rocking , beat battles , and more .
Like the DJ-505 , the DJ-202 includes two low-latency platters , a built-in drum machine with TR-808 and TR-909 sounds , and eight dedicated pads . A 16-step sequencer accessible via the performance pads controls Serato DJ Intro ’ s sampler for onthe-fly beat creation .
Both the DJ-505 and DJ-202 function as USB audio / MIDI interfaces with 24-bit / 48 kHz fidelity and high-resolution digital-to-analog converters . Each model also includes a MIDI
output for controlling and syncing external devices , and a ¼-inch mic input with gate , hi-pass , reverb , and echo FX .
To learn more about the DJ-505 and DJ-202 DJ Controllers , visit www . roland . co . in .
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