The Roland DJ-505 is a two-channel, four-deck Serato DJ Pro controller with an integrated TR-S drum machine and 16-step sequencer. It features dedicated hardware controls for sequencing classic Roland drum sounds, a standalone mixer mode, balanced XLR outputs, and Serato DVS upgrade readiness for turntable integration.

TR-S Drum Machine & Standalone Mixer

The DJ-505 embeds a fully-editable TR-S drum machine section directly into the controller surface. Drum kits from the TR-808, TR-909, TR-606, and TR-707 are recreated using Roland's ACB (Analog Circuit Behavior) technology, each with 8 instruments: Bass Drum, Snare Drum, Closed Hat, Open Hat, Tom, Rim, Clap, and Ride. Dedicated faders let you shape sounds in real time with Level, Attack, Decay, and Tune controls. The 16-step sequencer adds Nudge, Step-roll, and Instrument/Sample Mute features for live performance improvisation.

Eight pad controls per deck support Hot Cue, Roll, Slicer, TR, Pattern, and Sampler modes. The mixer section works standalone without a computer, accepting turntables or CDJs via the phono/line inputs. Balanced XLR master outputs connect directly to professional PA systems, and a separate booth output with independent volume lets you monitor independently. The included Serato Tool Kit voucher unlocks Pitch 'n Time DJ, Serato Flip, and all Serato DJ FX packs.

Specifications

• Channels: 2 (4 decks)
• Software: Serato DJ Pro (included unlock)
• Audio: 24-bit/48 kHz, frequency response 20 Hz to 22 kHz
• Drum Machine: TR-S with TR-808, TR-909, TR-606, TR-707 kits (ACB)
• Sequencer: 16 steps with Nudge, Step-roll, Inst/Sample Mute
• Pads: 8 performance pads per deck
• Inputs: 2x stereo RCA (Line/Phono), 1/4" microphone
• Outputs: Balanced XLR master, RCA master, TRS balanced booth, 1/4" and 1/8" headphones
• Other Connections: USB Type-B, MIDI Out, Phono Ground terminal
• Standalone Mixer: Yes
• DVS Ready: Yes (with Serato DVS upgrade)
• Power: AC adaptor (2,000 mA)
• Dimensions: 530 x 402 x 73 mm (20-7/8" x 15-7/8" x 2-7/8")
• Weight: 3.5 kg (7 lbs 12 oz)

In the Box

• Roland DJ-505
• AC Adaptor with power cord
• USB cable
• Serato Tool Kit voucher
• Startup Guide