Numark DJ Controllers – 5 of the best

Numark DJ Controllers are massively popular and for good reason. They have a comprehensive range to choose from, possibly the biggest range on the market.

In fact if you look through the range of Numark DJ Controllers, you will find that there is something for everyone.

We’ve listed the 5 Numark DJ Controllers we think suits the market best. These are also the ones that we think are the best in their category.

Numark Party Mix

Expect to pay: R 2,017 (suggested retail) but selling online for approx. R 1 600

When it comes to Numark DJ Controllers, they have the entry-level market very well covered. Their brand new Party Mix is an awesome new unit for budding bedroom DJs who want to learn the basics of the craft. They’ve event included disco lights on the front to add some extra vibe when practicing.

Pros:

Super cheap (Under R 2K in South Africa)
Good layout
Super portable
Has all the basic features
Built in soundcard
Built in disco lights

Cons:

Disco lights may be seen as a novelty
Not much bigger than a 30cm ruler

READ: Numark Party Mix Review

Numark Mixtrack Pro3

Expect to pay: R 4,939

The Mixtrack Pro 3 is the most popular of all the Numark DJ controllers since it was first introduced. Known to give you the best bang for your buck, the Mixtrack Pro 3 is the best no-frills workhorse in the range and has an excellent feature set, the most significant one being the 100mm pitch control sliders which ensure more accurate mixing.

Pros:

Great spacing between controls
VU meters
Dedicated touchstrip per deck for FX
16 performance pads
100mm pitch control sliders
Best price per feature on the market

Cons:

Long temp sliders but very short channel sliders

READ: Numark Mixtrack Pro 3 Review

Numark Mixtrack Platinum

Expect to pay: R 5,500

The Mixtrack Pro has been a top seller in the Numark DJ controllers range for years. The Mixtrack Platinum is a slight upgrade from the Pro. There are two main new features that make it a choice for us ahead of the Pro; the Mixtrack Platinum has high resolution LCD multi-function displays on each jogwheel and it also has 4-deck capability.

Pros:

Tried and tested Mixtrack Pro with extras
LCD display on each jogwheel
Dedicated touchstrip per deck for FX
16 performance pads
100mm pitch control sliders

Cons:

LCD display is limited

READ: More info on the Mixtrack Platinum

Numark NVII

Expect to pay: R 14,660

Whilst the Party Mix and the Mixtrack Numark DJ controllers are all fantastic offerings for R 5k and under, the NVII is the best of the bunch in the mid market pro range. The NVII sports built in screens per deck – something no other brand does in this price bracket. It’s not just about the screens though; the NVII has 4 channels, XLR outputs and VU meters per channel including a host of other pro features.

Pros:

Brilliant pricing for the immense feature set
Built-in screens means almost no need to look at the laptop screen
Browse your library without using the mouse
Adaptive learning platters
100mm pitch control sliders

Cons:

No external hardware inputs
No DVS connectivity

READ: Numark NV Review

Numark NS7III

Expect to pay: R 35,286

The NS7III is the flagship in the Numark DJ controllers range. This machine is a beast, simple as that. It’s also massive and is best suited to turntablists who perform with MCs in a very professional setup. With features such as motorized platters and built in screens that include stacked parallel waveforms on central screen the NS7III includes every conceivable feature a controller could have. This is the ONLY step for vinyl purists looking to enter the world of digital.

Pros:

Three high resolution screens
Multiple external inputs via the built-in 4-channel audio mixer
Authentic vinyl records provide the feel of a professional DJ turntable
12 professional iZotope® FX built in
Built like a tank

Cons:

Big, heavy and not so portable

READ: More on the Numark NS7III

Numark DJ Controllers – 5 of the best