Roland DJ-202 Serato DJ Controller Review

Check out Roland's new entry-level DJ, the DJ-202.

Author:: DJ Blaze
Publish date:: Sep 25, 2017

Overview

Roland has included the new entry level DJ controller to its lineup called the Roland DJ-202 which includes a standalone TR drum machine and sequencer along with a full Serato DJ Intro package at an affordable pricepoint and small footprint and form factor. The Roland DJ-202 has the built-in TR drum sequencer, a MIDI output, MIC input, Performance Pads, 4-decks of control, and separate filters and gain controls with LED level indicators at the low $350 entry-level market. Check out our full in-depth review video and review summary below to see our thoughts on this new controller.

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Review Video & Demo

Pros

Built In Standalone Roland TR Drum Sequencer & MIDI OUT
Separate Gain & Bi-Pass Filter Controls
2 or 4 Deck Capable
Separate Performance Pads & Transport Controls
Advanced features ready for Serato DJ Upgrade

Cons

Small Pitch/Tempo Sliders
Low Headphone Output
No Additional AUX Inputs or Booth Outputs

Check out our review video of the Roland DJ-505 Controller.

Roland continues to march forward with their DJ range lineup that now includes the new DJ-505 which is a trimmed down 2-channel version of the DJ-808 we reviewed earlier this year and a DJ-202 which is an entry level Serato DJ Intro compact/affordable controller.

Check out the Roland DJ-202 & Roland DJ-505 Comparison Video

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