Pioneer DDJ-SB3 Review & DJ Jazzy Jeff Pad Scratch Demo

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The Pioneer DDJ-SB3 is the newest entry-level Serato DJ Lite controller. The DDJ-SB3 has all the features of its predecessor and adds a few more nice touches, such as new play/pause and cue buttons that are separate from the performance pads, a dedicated Loop section, FX fade pad mode, and pad scratch mode by DJ Jazzy Jeff. Watch our full review video below and be sure to read the review summary for a quick-look at the Pro's and Con's of the Pioneer DDJ-SB3.

[@Britt21]

Awesome!! Love your channel love your reviews. Been waiting for this review to come out as I just bought this mixer.

[@vazfinestdjchozin1599]

I used the ddj sb2. Styleflip has custom vinyl skins you can place your own design.. A great intro controller. The play/pause cue edition to the sb3 made it like the higher end pioneers.. thanks for the video Kareem.

[@jennifermark643]

I really love how you explain it very well and clearly bro ❤️🙏🙏🙏

[@RealDJblaze]

Thanks! I really appreciate that.

[@djbrddjbrd3875]

The ddj sb3 entry level controller without cue split function In my opinion cue split is an essential function in entry level controllers. So that you can practice studying and practice beat matcing at home without disturbing others at any time of the day, I hope the sb4 will maintain the layout of the sb3 by adding the cue split function by eliminating the scratch pad.

[@JasonNation72]

This was an excellent explanation about this product, thanks for critiquing this. My seven year old son is wanting one for Christmas and the sales rep at Guitar Center said this exact model is more user friendly than the Numark. After watching this, my doubts have been alleviated.

[@RealDJblaze]

Thank you for watching my videos!

[@storyhori]

Awesome, video I just bought a DDJ SB3 so far very helpful

[@kareemthedream6084]

Thanks!

[@williamorr6351]

THANK YOU FOR THE GOOD CONTENT

[@patheticattemptforcurtbrog924]

I love these thumbnails

[@patheticattemptforcurtbrog924]

That's a bit strange, 2 years after I still got a like from them.

[@rickquesada925]

Excellent video. Thank you.

[@kareemthedream6084]

Thanks for watching!

[@protegee2]

Thanks ... I own the Pioneer DDJ SX and the Roland 505 (which I mainly use) but decided to cop the SB3 for some travel gigs (as a carry-on quick DJ setup). I also own the Pioneer DDJ SB2 but mainly used that to teach kids to DJ. I think this is a big upgrade from the SB2 due to the dedicated play/cue buttons and auto loop section. I hated using the shift key to access the auto loop on the SB2. This one mimics my DDJ SX more than the SB2. Good review.

[@RealDJblaze]

Thank you. Yes, this is a big improvement over the last one...

[@tarikdavis4122]

i have that now..... really nice

[@kielhall8363]

Great video it’s a good learning tool great job pioneer Peace brother

[@RealDJblaze]

Thank you.

[@143DJMO2]

Wow love it.. I want it

[@gix6]

Great review! I hoping you would’ve broke off a quick mix on that to show that things potential! But that’s definitely the one I want to get to help my little guy get started. Thank you for the video.

[@RealDJblaze]

Thanks! Maybe I'll do that next time.

[@gix6]

DJBooth Pro Audio wow quick response and this is why you have the followers you do have because you’re active In your comment section. I can’t wait to see that video! my son is even excited!

[@Soufside_Slim]

Best controller on the market for a Hip Hop/R&B DJ

[@FootballJona]

I love your reviews man! Would you recommend the DDJ SB3 over the Numark Mixtrack Platinum? Is it worth taking the Numark just because of the pitch slider in case I’m just a beginner?

[@kareemthedream6084]

Sorry the late response but yea it is worth the pitch slider as a beginner. That's how you learn! Thanks for the comment 3 years ago!

[@fermd9357]

Hey y’all, I love the content; just subscribed! My Roland DJ 808 is out for repair, so I bought a DJ 202 has a backup solution. The crossfader on the 202 is not as sharp as 808. How does the Pioneer SB3 crossfader compare?

[@RealDJblaze]

All of the $300 controllers have a similar fader including the SB3...

[@rubymendez388]

I’m a beginner . So I may consider this.

[@ClectaSkiMusic]

Good review buddy, I also like that Pad Scratch..... Dont see what the big deal is with all the hate

[@bboymac84]

ClectaSkiMusic it's from DJs who still live alone and never made it. Lol

[@koolstup]

I can’t see how the pads are going to help you learn to scratch. You need to get your hands on the jogs and work it out for yourself

[@williamjohnson9181]

Question I’m looking for a small controller that’s portable like this to use when I do my scratches on my beard on the MPC X. Will I be able to run this from the rca outs into the MPC X rca to record my cuts?

[@williamjohnson9181]

Last question will this unit work with my Serato Dj pro latest edition as I already have the Rane full size tables but that’s not portable like I’m looking for. Thanks.

[@josemorales748]

Give me a feedback between Roland DDJ 200 & SB3 what you think it's the best option for brand new people looking for have fun and start djing?

[@RealDJblaze]

They're both cool, but the Roland has the drum machine built in which is also fun to use...

[@robyrobert9806]

To the FX FADE, can you implement more types of effects? or its limited on a few just "fade" type effects? I`m comparing with the ddjRB-the PAD FX, that has a lot of cool effects to play with.

[@RealDJblaze]

There's only a few that is already set in stone...

[@robyrobert9806]

i see..:( thank you

[@Dramatello]

Pioneer DJ Pro software? Where is it? 😁

[@nickzivadinovic9750]

Does it work with serato scratch live software?

[@richardmoral8888]

I'm new here Philippines Angeles City

[@kareemthedream6084]

Cheers from NJ!

[@wahabbakare453]

Comparison between 202 & sb3

[@waveshakerofficial9446]

What does that icon on the back mean you didnt talk about (the lock with |< in it)

[@MartijnSchoeber]

Thats for a Kensington lock ;)

[@joejones9551]

Can I chop and screw with it as well record

[@seasickvision]

I have Serato DJ Pro. Will the S3 work "straight out the box" with the Pro? Or will I have to configure it?

[@RealDJblaze]

It will work straight out the box with Pro if you have it already...

[@seasickvision]

That's what I wanted to read!

[@darienms38]

Will an I-3 Intel Processor with 4GB RAM be able to keep up with this thing without delay? Thanks in advance.

[@RealDJblaze]

Yes it will.

[@zdravkozdravka4313]

Hi, Mr. DJBooth. Whitch one You recomended ? This or DDJ-RB ??

[@zdravkozdravka4313]

SB3 or RB or Numark platinum ?? Please answer

[@RealDJblaze]

The DDJ-400..

[@kensymix2055]

Hi just got mine and having a hard time to set it up I downloaded the serait Dj lite it’s not working and I tried it with a virtual Dj asking for license from amazon to purchase

[@RealDJblaze]

You might need to download the drivers for it as well.

[@kevinbrown-rm6ce]

Can you do Auto mix on the seatro dj lite and pro?

[@RealDJblaze]

It doesn't really auto-mix but it will stop the track and play the next track...

[@chinnanasmansoor8197]

Will it work with amd quad core processor 4gb ram 512 graphics

[@RealDJblaze]

Sure it will.

[@metropcs9210]

Hey bro can u tell me how how to connect 2 powered speakers to it

[@RealDJblaze]

You just need to connect cables from the Master output to the back of the speakers. The different cables and connectors you need will depend on the speakers but usually RCA to XLR would work for a controller like this.

[@Ghxstcore]

Just got mine I have no speakers or headphones I am using it on my laptop and I play the music and I can’t hear nothing

[@unanimousarts]

You need speakers, headphones, and at least a 1 Channel mixer for starters to be able to make this work.

[@geearc2448]

djBooth I have a numark mixtrack Platinum. I love the jog wheel display on it. I know i'd miss that. Thinking about grabbing this one because of the effect buttons and to practice scratching. Also wanted to try a pioneer i have only had Numark controllers. Which do you think is better out of the two.

[@RealDJblaze]

It's a toss-up between the SB3 and the DDJ-400... If you want to stay with Serato, then go with the SB3... If you don't mind switching over to Rekordbox, then go with the DDJ-400 as it comes with the full out license to the software...

[@geearc2448]

@@RealDJblaze appreciate you responding man. I guess I should have asked do you think I'm going from the new mark mixtrack Platinum to the pioneer sb3 is an upgrade? Or do you feel it's better than the Platinum?

[@RealDJblaze]

@@geearc2448 No, I think they are both on the same level... Not much more you can do with one that you can't do with the other. Best to save up for something next-level instead...

[@ghostavam2515]

Help me! Would you get a DDJ sb3 or wego4?

[@RealDJblaze]

DDJ-SB3... It has a more familiar style control layout...

[@williamorr6351]

A BRO CAN YOU USE VIRTUAL DJ WITH THIS CONTROLLER AND CAN YOU USE JBL PARTYBOX SPEAKERS FOR THIS BOARD

[@kareemthedream6084]

Yes you can.

[@pushmotivation-__asher1335]

How does the mic output sound?

[@RealDJblaze]

It's OK, but not great...

[@Eroicer108]

Does the sb3 work with djay?

[@RealDJblaze]

I don't think so...

[@Eroicer108]

DJBooth Pro Audio oh.

[@soentertainmentdjs2316]

Yes it will. Check out djay pro website

[@djjah4307]

Can i dj at a party with the ddj sb3

[@RealDJblaze]

Sure you can!

[@Chris-mf7gb]

@@RealDJblaze can I use 2 split rca from the master out to two powered dj speakers?

[@RealDJblaze]

@@Chris-mf7gb You won't need to do that. You can just use one RCA (L or R) into one speaker and the other into the other speaker...

[@Chris-mf7gb]

@@RealDJblaze appreciate that sir

[@stevenhammerle]

Will it work with virtual dj?

[@RealDJblaze]

Yes it will!

[@djmanicheick648]

je veux acheter un contrôleur c'est combien

[@geebabyone]

Does it work with Mac mini not laptop?

[@RealDJblaze]

I don't think so...

[@geebabyone]

Brother can you record mixes with the sb3? Like the Djssr I used to own ❤

[@geebabyone]

Sorry 😅I deleted your reply by mistake DjBlaze a few seconds ago

[@kareemthedream6084]

@@geebabyone Yes, there is a record button in serato.

[@geebabyone]

can you use the smallest MacBook air with it, i don’t really want to spend a lot of money

[@DjMiki28]

Can i download this pad scratch for my mixon4?

[@RealDJblaze]

No you cannot...

[@nicolash.9222]

I like his haircut, but eyebrows too thick ahah. Whats his watch btw though ? And thanks for the review, will receive mine today hopefully.

[@RealDJblaze]

LOL! I cut my own hair and my eyebrows are All Natural! The watch is an AP. Thanks for watching and good luck with the controller.

[@ericwachiramuriithi5346]

i already have SB2,SB3 doesnt work with my serato pro software

[@crooshj9051]

Upgrade it to the latest version on the serato website

[@djovaflowdifinest2090]

Eric Wachira Muriithi yow did you upgrade as yet

[@jonathanvillalobos7994]

Why can't pioneer sell a decent priced mixer for the same price point?

[@RealDJblaze]

I wish! lol

[@seasickvision]

Me too... But I guess you're paying for quality also...

[@jonathanvillalobos7994]

+djseasickbaby Yeah,but isn't all pioneer products good quality?let's be honest,you know they can make a good quality mixer for a decent price.just like this controller,they just don't want to.its all about money.(greed) oh well,whatta you gonna do?

[@irandixon78]

DJBooth Pro Audio What's the next level model up from the DDJ-SB?

[@irandixon78]

DJBooth Pro Audio Sorry I meant Pioneer DDJ-SB3?

[@matthewclarke5814]

Just wanted to let everyone

[@EXSENTRIX]

I really wish the companies would start advertising these as children's beginner controllers. These are not for adults. I ordered one a couple weeks ago without seeing one in person....MAN I'M SO PISSED OFF! LOL

[@spstoms6723]

so sad LMAOOOOO

[@realcandycrab]

Can you Giveaway that to me?

[@matthewclarke5814]

💻Music Mllcx DJ Donald 200021

[@psilostatic3172]

Not good controller it dosent work with recordbox

[@psilostatic3172]

CHARLES 13X sb3 only for serato i tried asking people but

[@psilostatic3172]

CHARLES 13X yeah but for the people who already use sb3 need a mapping or something for recordbox

[@shashankmongrel]

That is not scratching, thats is playing a childs toy