It’s easy to take DJing too seriously. For some, it’s life itself and most probably their mortgage too. For them, DJing is an art, a craft, and should be spoken of only in the most reverential of terms. That’s fine of course, but it strikes me we seem to be forgetting a key element, and that’s fun. And for beginners looking to start somewhere, there is no better place to start than a cheap and simple controller that has the essential element of fun built right in.
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NUMARK IS THE LIFE OF THE PARTY WITH NEW PARTY MIX DJ CONTROLLER
Leading DJ manufacturer introduces easy-to-use—yet full-featured—DJ controller specially made for aspiring DJs
Ash Vale, UK (January 6, 2016)—Numark (numark.com), the world’s leading innovator of DJ solutions, today announced the introduction of their Party Mix DJ controller, a full-featured controller especially tailored to making it fun and easy for aspiring DJs to spin and party like a pro. With its full- sized chassis complete with dual scratch platters and slider controls, Party Mix delivers a genuine DJ experience for enthusiasts at any level of proficiency. Aspiring DJs will able to seamlessly use their iTunes collection in the included software. No extra setup is required. Just plug, load and play—it’s that simple.
The industry-standard Virtual DJ LE software is included, so players can mix their music and customise their performance exactly as they want. There are eight colour-coded pads with multiple modes, including looping and sampling, as part of the standard DJ feature set that also includes master and cueing audio outputs. The backlit Sync controls make mixing easy and there’s a ¼-inch headphone jack so the DJ can monitor everything that’s happening. Plus, Party Mix has a built-in light show that gives any occasion that perfect party atmosphere. This is a simple plug-and-play controller that everyone will feel comfortable with right away.
Party Mix features:
- Party DJ Control System with audio outputs
- Simple plug and play
- Virtual DJ LE software included
- Built-in light show creates party atmosphere
- Cool effects and multiple pad modes with looping and sampling
- Sync buttons for easy mixing control
- ¼-inch headphone jack to preview for cueing
“DJ’ing has become the fun activity that everyone wants to be a part of. The DJ is at the center of the action, making everything happen, creating the excitement,” said Chris Roman, Senior Product Manager for Numark. “With Party Mix, anyone can be the DJ. It looks, feels and operates like a professional controller, but with Party Mix and its included light show, anyone can be the star tonight.”
Party Mix will be available in Q2 2016 and will ship with an MSRP of £69.99
See Party Mix at CES 2016, ION Audio, booth #11640, located in Central Hall. For more information, visit www.numark.com.
FUN. PURE UNADULTERATED FUN.
Yes I know it’s never going to be seen in a booth, nor will professionals take it seriously. But for a great many beginners, this is going to hit the spot perfectly. For 70 quid, you get a basic 2 channel controller and a light show. I’ve seen a video — it definitely is fun. Imagine a bedroom, with said beginner fist pumping for their imaginary crowd… the light show really helps to set the tone.
I say beginner, because that’s clearly the target market. But there’s enough on this to rock any party. And now it has lights.
[quote]It’s easy to take DJing too seriously. For some, it’s life itself and most probably their mortgage too. For them, DJing is an art, a craft, and should be spoken of only in the most reverential of terms. That’s fine of course, but it strikes me we seem to be forgetting a key element, and that’s fun. And for beginners looking to start somewhere, there is no better place to start than a cheap and simple controller that has the essential element of fun built right in.[/quote]
my only complaint to this is the lenght of the paragraph because it doesn’t make it suitable for a visible tattoo. XP
Hats off Mark.
Just get a tattoo that says “Serious Dj”.
I agree, my main job is forklift operator, and so many people seem to think if I try anything else for fun and enjoy it, I am wasting time.
Yet that same person can spend 6hours a day on Facebook?
Someone asked me if I wanted to be a Dj, of course I would, but that’s not why I love making and mixing and learning music. For me I always need a creative outlet, I must make or change or manipulate, it’s just how I am.
I wish I had that controller when I started.
Seriously I prefer be funny person like serious dj. :V
Very cute, would like to try it out.
The feature
“Built-in light show creates party atmosphere” is an awesome idea :D
You can really see a bleed through from companies in the inMusic group with this. Personally, my eye sees a lot of Akai and M-Audio influences in this unit.
Back to the old skool, in a way.
Some of the all-in-one disco consoles from the vinyl days (70s/80s) had spot lamps in the front. I know the one I built for a school woodwork project did!
Hot price. This will be a big seller in its price bracket.
Wow – when you compare the price to what a Numark Omni was 5 years ago
Right? I know I’m getting old when I see this price and think how lucky kids have it these days.
I’m going to recommend one of these to a friend that’s trying to ride my coat tails & become a DJ.