Roland · Updated June 2026
Roland DJ-202: price, specs & release date
Roland DJ-202, released 2017-11. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: roland.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Roland DJ-202 is listed at $299 on roland.com as of 2026-06-27, #5 cheapest of 18 DJ controllers (median $674); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 1/100 pay-blind standing, #18 of 18 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
- Best for Solid, tactile jog wheels and light-but-sturdy chassis; On-board Roland 808/909/707 drum machines with sequencing and vocal FX.
- Skip if Performance pads feel cheap, especially given the on-board drum machines is a dealbreaker.
Is the Roland DJ-202 a good buy?
At $299, the Roland DJ-202 is #5 cheapest of the 18 DJ controllers we track, where the median is $674. On the spec sheet, its channels of 2 is the lowest of the 18, and its pads per deck of 8 is at the median of the 18. By release date, it is the oldest of the 17 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our dataNo independent lab has measured this product yet. 1 outlet has it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Roland DJ-202
Only one whitelisted tester (MusicRadar) covers this exact model, in a roundup verdict with no measured lab data. MusicRadar calls it a great, surprisingly well-featured four-deck Serato controller, praised for sturdy jog wheels and on-board Roland 808/909/707 drum machines, but flags cheap-feeling performance pads and lock-in to Serato DJ.
Based on 1 review · 2026-05-13
Tested by MusicRadar
Consistently praised
- Solid, tactile jog wheels and light-but-sturdy chassis
- On-board Roland 808/909/707 drum machines with sequencing and vocal FX
- Serato integration is peerless for the price; excels as a four-deck Serato controller
Commonly flagged
- Performance pads feel cheap, especially given the on-board drum machines
- Designed specifically for Serato DJ; won't play nice with other software without serious MIDI mapping
- Feature-cramming means lots of screenless menuing and a learning curve
Where reviewers disagree Single-source: only one whitelisted tester (MusicRadar) with real review prose for this exact model survived verification, so no cross-source agreement or conflict can be established.
The sources (1)
This is a great Serato DJ controller, and surprisingly well-featured too
The chassis is light but sturdy, and the jog wheels are similarly supportive-feeling – commendable even, especially against cheaper-feeling jog wheels at a similar price.
It's a small shame that the performance pads feel on the cheaper side, though, particularly when there are drum machines on board; MPC pads these are not, to say the least.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $299 Launch MSRP (USD); current street price ~$255-$299 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Roland |
| Released | 2017-11 |
| Channels | 2 |
| Jog wheel size (in) | ~5.9 in (~150 mm) |
| Pads per deck | 8 |
| Standalone | No |
| Built in soundcard | Yes |
| Audio outputs | 1x RCA master (L/R), 1x 1/4" headphones, 1x MIDI OUT |
| Software bundle | Serato DJ Lite (Serato DJ Pro upgrade-ready) |
| Deck control | 4 decks (2-channel mixer with 4-deck switching) |
Source: roland.com (verified 2026-06-20) · corroborated by djtechtools.com. Announced 14 August 2017, on sale November 2017, $299 launch MSRP confirmed by Roland press release and DJ TechTools launch article. Jog wheels ~150 mm (~5.9 in), NON-motorized touch jogs (a stray source calling them 'motorized' is incorrect). 8 velocity-sensitive RGB pads per deck, 24-bit/48kHz soundcard, RCA master + 1/4" headphones + MIDI OUT, plus TR-606/707/808/909 drum machine confirmed from Roland specs.
Is the Roland DJ-202 worth it vs cheaper DJ controllers?
Roland DJ-202 against its closest cheaper and pricier DJ controllers on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 18 ranked
| Product | Price | Channels | Jog wheel size (in) | Pads per deck | Standalone | Built in soundcard |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roland DJ-202 this | $299 | 2 | ~5.9 in (~150 mm) | 8 | No | Yes |
| Pioneer DDJ-REV1 | $279 | 2 | 6.06 in (154 mm) | 8 | No | Yes |
| Pioneer DDJ-FLX4 | $329 | 2 | 4.39 in (111.6 mm) | 8 | No | Yes |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Roland DJ-202?
Only one whitelisted tester (MusicRadar) covers this exact model, in a roundup verdict with no measured lab data. MusicRadar calls it a great, surprisingly well-featured four-deck Serato controller, praised for sturdy jog wheels and on-board Roland 808/909/707 drum machines, but flags cheap-feeling performance pads and lock-in to Serato DJ. Praised: Solid, tactile jog wheels and light-but-sturdy chassis; On-board Roland 808/909/707 drum machines with sequencing and vocal FX; Serato integration is peerless for the price; excels as a four-deck Serato controller. Flagged: Performance pads feel cheap, especially given the on-board drum machines; Designed specifically for Serato DJ; won't play nice with other software without serious MIDI mapping; Feature-cramming means lots of screenless menuing and a learning curve. (From 1 tester review.)
How much does the Roland DJ-202 cost?
The Roland DJ-202 has a US price of $299 (Launch MSRP (USD); current street price ~$255-$299), as of 2026-06-20.
How does the Roland DJ-202 compare on price?
At $299, the Roland DJ-202 is #5 cheapest of the 18 DJ controllers we track, where the median is $674.
When was the Roland DJ-202 released?
The Roland DJ-202 was released 2017-11.
What are the Roland DJ-202's key specs?
Roland DJ-202 (Roland): channels 2, jog wheel size in ~5.9 in (~150 mm), pads per deck 8, standalone No, built in soundcard Yes. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-20.
Price of record: $299 at roland.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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