Numark 'Scratch' Mixer Review | Tips and Tricks

[@aronreichard1577]

Finally..., a good mixer for serato that isn’t a fortune!

[@chrisallisondj]

I was a vinyl hip hop/dancehall dj in the 90s, getting back in the game...bought 2 Audio Technica LP120s and the scratch, with Serato DJ Pro...I love the features and the lineup on the Scratch...easy to use and spin with! Only belly-ache that I have, as an old-schooler would be that it doesn't have the old "rack mount" design the old mixers do...I have to put 2 hardcover books under my mixer to line up with my turntables in cases. A small drawback, but I still highly recommend it!!

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

this mixer can go with you to gigs and it wont break your back or bank .Its astoundingly good value and good quality.Thousands of djs looking for a decent DVS mixer working right out of the box will flock to this.

[@elliel2k2]

ordered mine soon as I heard the news, been waiting 4 ever for something like this from Numark!!!!!!!!!!!

[@djmiyagi1950]

Exactly what I wanted in a mixer to leave setup at home with my 1200s! I almost got the DJM S3 but I'm glad I waited. This has way more for the price and the Innofader is a big plus! Great review as always Mojaxx!

[@warrensid]

LOVE this mixer! I've used it with my 1200s at many gigs.

[@techsavvyhero]

Great review! Agree on the over-niching of the name of the mixer. Looks like it's got all the essentials. Innofader a plus!

[@salvaavlas5757]

Numark is always there to break and challenge the market in a serious way, I love that ambition ! Well done!

[@thesoulrane]

Indeed. They also rocked the direct drive turntable market with the release of the NTX1000. For the price and the options available on the deck itself, the NUMARK is where it's at.

[@JacobPadlock]

I honestly agree with you on the name. I almost didn't check out the video because judging by the name I was honestly just expecting a very simple 2 channel battle mixer with no effects or anything like that.

[@djchemics]

Really Simple but effective mixer. always loved that about Numark and Bang for your Buck

[@mxp6466]

Hell yeah. $500 for what looks and sounds like a solid mixer.

[@battosaijenkins946]

@DJcityTV, hey man do you know if this will work with the Numark V7s?

[@djchemics]

@@mxp6466 yes most definitely

[@djchemics]

@@battosaijenkins946 Yes this works with the V7

[@battosaijenkins946]

@@djchemics aww hell yea I can't wait to pick one of these up! thx for info!!

[@sotoalfredo20]

The loop function has me sold.

[@marxsoundaudioservices6160]

A new mixer drops....and I can't help myself from being jealous of your He-Man and Cringer Action Figures!!! -damn I miss the worry free days of a kid, coming home from school and watching He-Man, Transformers, Thundercats, Voltron, and my most underrated 80's cartoon: Silverhawks!

[@jairoc3121able]

What, No Macross, No Speed Racer, No Star blazers?!?!?! (Love Old school cartoons!!!)

[@akinkunmicook2977]

Wow! Numark raising the bar!

[@dylanmckeown1527]

Great mixer ! just one thing does anyone by chance know how to get the MIC level up ? Finding it very quiet / less than ideal for MCing / vocals

[@seasickvision]

I've asked Pioneer DJ to create something like this. Pioneer DJ didn't listen, but apparently Numark did... I will own one...

[@trevorbanks3287]

Anyone else having issues with Serato not giving DECK SETUP options with their Scratch? And DVS also not automatically activating? Not finding answers for this issue anywhere. Please help!

[@PBLCDMND]

May I have missed the function or there isn't any... Is there a chance to control saved cue loops with the buttons?

[@jsobrino]

At the beginning of the year I was planning on grabbing a Reloop Elite as a new Serato mixer, but since it hasn't come out yet, this one is prettyyyy tempting

[@djbowlz2128]

Street price will probably closer to 400. This is an exciting new product.

[@samuels.1977]

I ordered one can't wait to get the mixer.

[@Ritefita]

I have DXMPRO w 24bit & 48k spdif for 10 years and I love it SOO much!!! NO issues (except soldering litle phono switch and loosing feets) under heavy usage. Stock crossfader still perfect, but the line faders are the same parts! Despite its low price it sounds fine in a club. Now my dream of Z2 could change.. hmm..

[@badslipmats]

Z2 is the daddy but it was discontinued, meaning no real support from now on from NI. Z2 really is the daddy tho

[@Ritefita]

@@badslipmats looked like daddy, yeah. But everyone on sale is almost new and already broken. wtf

[@badslipmats]

@@Ritefita exactly why I would advice to go with a product that isn’t discontinued yet

[@ianskar]

Upgraded to an Innofader PNP2 bus was disappointed to find out that the faceplate hole for the fader stem was not wide enough to accommodate a full size fader. My fader stem is now hitting metal on the sides and cut in adjustments pretty much have to be tuned for more dead space...I hate it!

[@DJFiBa]

great short but informative review, mate! just bought the DJM S3 and now I find out about this... been using numark for ages... guess I'll switch to the 'scratch' immediately xD

[@neffectmusic8484]

Mic volume leaves a lot to be desired. Any tips on fixing that would be a huge help.

[@BrusselsVinyl]

Hey ! Will you make a review of the Numark turntable NTX1000 ? cheers

[@emb-music3133]

hey, you can map a play button like in a Z2 if you use only one MK2??

[@andinbriwel1092]

Thanks, Mojaxx! At first glance, I only have one wish for this mixer - I wish the phono/line switch was on top, not on the back, because I currently use that on my vestax mixer to swtich between a turntable and a drum machine plugged into the line input on the left side, and on the right side it switches between the turntable and an iphone input. It's probably not that big of a deal, but that would be the first thing to get me annoyed with it. Otherwise, I want it now.

[@nicolivegames378]

the mixer and software can control 1000 mk3 pioneer cdj with cd serato control?

[@hunterman448]

Does the filter works with vinyl mixers like plx-500s?

[@aldwinmacapagal]

Is the Fader in this Mixer "Numark Scratch" sends MIDI? Thank you

[@proverbialwhatever]

Great review as always Mojaxx. Numark are a brand I've had a good relationship with in terms of the hardware that I have bought from them,however the rest of the scope of their lineup has been pretty confusing for me as a consumer. They seem to have positioned themselves after a few years of trying to cover almost every financial point of beginner DJing to semi pro DJing , however without much focus on any of the major stops in between. I think your criticism of the branding is spot-on: I think that they are trying to directly reach a target audience, rather than building a brand identity for themselves within said audience, which in terms of consumer confidence can be just as important, in my opinion.

[@jonathanvillalobos7994]

I like the hatch underneath.plus I need a new mixer.👍

[@vinylselektaz6475]

Can this sample without software in stand alone ?

[@DJTechnoboom]

does it work with virtual DJ?

[@alexanderfdj]

Hy I would like to ask you if I have already unlock DVS mode with REKORDBOX 6, this mixer will recognize my dvs vinyls through USB?

[@djBlindFaith]

Can it be used with the Rane Twelves?

[@David-ib8ek]

Cool review as always. Cheers!

[@johnsokolowski3201]

So this would work good with my pair of Numark NDX500 just hook up to my Mac and ready to go, I don't do any scratching just mainly mixing

[@MichaelRoehr]

I know it might seem silly (since it’s not using the DVS), but a 2 channel mixer like this + two TWELVES is very tempting to me as an alternate rig.

[@djshockafrica4330]

Thank you Mojaxx, very helpful. I love this point you said about having options other than controllers 6:25. I didn't expect a mixer to be this affordable, it's a decent one too

[@mework1871]

Do I need a mwm Phase Essen­tial or denon dj ds1 to make my 1210 turntables work with Serato DJ? Can I just plug this mixer into the laptop and go?

[@2119rocky]

Mojax thanks for the great video, Would I need a USB hub using this mixer with 2 Rane 12 decks Thanks

[@kevinmurray3954]

Can you use rca splitters and have phono and line signals plugged in at the same time? Would be a good work-around for the single inputs

[@simonjewell8013]

Yo man. Are the buttons useable as punch buttons within settings. If not is there a decent scratch mixer with punch buttons? Easy

[@spectralknights2]

They should bring back the solid X5 mixer chassis built like a tank

[@leemajors1417]

When paired with the Pioneer DDJ XP2, will the XP2 effects be post fader?

[@hanshornbek4024]

Can you use the FX with real vinyl using through mode in serato?

[@mixlexic]

Hello I am currently using the Reloop Kut with a pair on Novation Dicers, Would this mixer be an upgrade at all?

[@MartinWeiss1255]

Should I get the DJM 250MK2 or spend the 250 more on this for the effects? I plan on mixing edm and house. Thanks

[@jhsmith1183]

This and the mixars duo is now the same price. Which one would you go with? I'm thinking the mixars the only minus I see is no post fader effects on the crossfader

[@alexandrelacerda75]

Please talk about the Numark DM1975A

[@Bigheadedwon]

Is there a button you can press while pressing the pads that will make them trigger cue's 5-8? This + 2 PT01 Scratch's would be an awesome way for me to jump into vinyl without dropping too much $$$$. Would love if it can somehow access all 8 pads in Serato.

[@kacperdatichopo5587]

No

[@ScratchECon]

@@kacperdatichopo5587 Do you think or do you know? I wouldn't be surprised if 5-8 are accessible by using SHIFT

[@kacperdatichopo5587]

@@ScratchECon Saw 4-5vids bout tht mixer and no one mentioned 5-8 cue, guess why

[@kierancollins6883]

I'm looking to get a good all in one scratch mixer. Is the sound quality on phono much better than a Vestax PMC 05. Just for listening to vinyl?

[@MarlonEmmen]

Is the Denon Prime 4 full review still coming?

[@funkmachine1984]

marlonemmen im itching to see that review too! I got my prime 4 yesterday, it’s a seriously tasty bit of kit

[@MarlonEmmen]

@@funkmachine1984 same here

[@Mojaxx]

Decided to wait until the full release firmware etc, then things like the new Serato version and this came along... It'll be out in the next few weeks.

[@MakingMadBeats]

All FX post Fader and Crossfader, thx Numark! I was looking @ the Mixars Duo MK2 but this has no CF post fader function, right?

[@turkeyjerkey111]

I have a pt01 that I use with serato sample, should I get another one and this mixer for my first dj setup?

[@DJZensei]

That would work! I own a scratch and I love it. But I would save up and get a better turntable.

[@turkeyjerkey111]

@@DJZensei I'm gonna upgrade, any suggestions?

[@DJZensei]

I would look into the audio technica lp1240. That's the best bang for buck. Reloop Rp-8000's, Reloop RP-7000's, Pioneer PLX-1000, Stanton ST-150's, Mixars, Audio Technica LP1240's, all have the same hanpin motors. The Denon turntable was engineered from the ground up so that turntable doesn't have a hanpin motor and also the new technics turntables. I see a lot of DJs that could get down on those 7" portables but give them a 12" record and some of them can't scratch as well with a 12" record. I been scratching on and off since 1994. I worked at a burger King and saved all my money to get my first kit.

[@DaveDomenicano]

Hi Is post fade fx on channels faders and crossfader? Thanks

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

It's all post upfaders and crossfader.

[@DjSmoothNY]

I haven't purchased a new mixer since forever. I use a vestax 2 channel mixer with an innoFADER Pro which I put in in 2011 and still going, lol.

[@CeDubble]

😂😂😂 I saw one at the pawn shop! I’m snatching it up on Monday… even though I just got the Scratch and the NS611… I’m still getting that old school Vastex

[@DjSmoothNY]

@@CeDubble Its a great mixer. Throw an innofader in it and your good for its life. That's what I did. Painted it all black and ppl always ask me what it is.

[@djdeuce1200]

Can you use Scratch Live with this mixer??

[@qlarock3411]

I'm still broke to get TT57 serato mixer but this yeah I'll try get my hands on it

[@anthonygato407]

dudes doing a rotary knob channel modification on this mixer. its on youtube.

[@kappacino91]

Can you scroll Serato Library on mixer?

[@MakingMadBeats]

Yes by holding shift on the mixer and then use the loop encoder to scrool through your library. Click the loop encoder to load the track to your deck.

[@sig310]

This is crazy for the price! Wish they made this like 2 years ago but doesn't matter..I'm still most likely gonna cop since I don't have the 72 or the Poineer

[@turntablistreggie1159]

word

[@campingrocks3]

Not sure if this is a dumb question... but does fx like echo and delay work with traditional vinyl. I just had a Pioneer DJM 250 stolen from my car and this may be the replacement.

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

The Filter knob works on with or without Serato but the echo, delay, flanger, reverb, version echo, and phaser effects are all software effects and require Serato to work.

[@MrAlpunx]

@@djmarkthemagnificent what about the pads...Do you have to have Serato plugged in to use them

[@MrAlpunx]

@@mellison1970 good looking out..be spinning vinyl mainly , prob go with something else.

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

@@MrAlpunx Yes, they are linked to Serato's cue, sample, and roll functions. They won't work with vinyl. The Filter knob is the only FX that will work with vinyl (and no Serato).

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

I would probably look at Numark's M6 (it's 4 channel) since you're more vinyl over digital. I have that mixer for when I do all vinyl sets and don't want a million buttons on the mixer I can't use. I used the Numark Scratch for digital stuff but recently upgraded to the S7 for the bigger paddles and 16 pads.

[@chadlincoln3821]

Does serato get fully unlocked or is it only for use with scratch? If I buy this, can I take this serato version to a venue that has an s9 and be compatible? Just making sure it's not proprietary to numark scratch only mixer

[@DJWildstyle7997]

Only unlocks SDJ Pro and DVS license with this specific mixer.

[@chadlincoln3821]

Just got it installed. Great mixer for the price

[@DJWildstyle7997]

@@chadlincoln3821 for sure I love it

[@Scott-sm7kx]

@djcitytv Thank you for posting great reviews. I'm looking to match 2x Reloop 7000 MK2's with this mixer. Do you believe that will be a nice combo? I'm an old rave/vinyl DJ from the 90's looking to get new gear to play again. Use to use 1200's but had to part with them many years ago. I heard that grounding wires are hard to tighten on the back of this mixer and tend to fall out, causing feedback/hum - Did you experience that at all? Is there grounding wires for the Reloop 7000 MK2's? Thanks man!!

[@paulomuniz5560]

Hello, I'm from Amazonas / Brazil, congratulations on the video, buying this mixer, just buy Serato timecodes ?? Is the Serato software license included?

[@Bigheadedwon]

I wanted a Reloop Elite, but for like $400 less than the price of one of those I just picked up a Reloop RP8000 MK2 + one of these. These are a hellova deal.

[@alekzzisrec]

Does fx works without serato like filter knobs ??

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

Filter knobs work sans Serato but no other Fx work without it.

[@djcm-djmovila3740]

Good ! Does it have any Traktor mapping?

[@prym8one455]

Good day sir, is this good on the Dell Laptops or only good on macbooks? hoping for your kind answer, thank you

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

I run mine on an HP laptop (Win 10 Pro) and Macbook Pro and have had no problems with neither. Make sure the PC/Mac is purely for DJ'ing and uninstall any unneeded programs to keep things running smooth.

[@roseworthy]

it this still a good mixer when used without serato? I mostly just need an analog mixer

[@supastardjfrosty]

All the effects (except filter) are software. No analog echo. Part of why they can charge so little.

[@gracegenie7684]

I was rooting for a Mixars Duo but I really like this mixer and was thinking in using it together with a Reloop Neon instead but I have an issue with the fact that there's only one switchable entrance for Line In and Phono. I really like your reviews and find them really honest and to the point so I was wondering what you would say about that. I know it's been a year now but maybe you have 5 minutes to share your thoughts on that, it would be extremely helpful. Still looking for a Duo with the Innofader in second hand though. Cheers!

[@brettwhitelock6762]

Great review!! Always enjoy your video. I've noticed all your decks are pretty customized. Who does them for you? As I'm wanting to custom mine. Thanks

[@JMJC1]

So could I buy the mixer, install the free pro software on laptop and plug USB in without using an interface box?

[@DJWildstyle7997]

Late reply but yes plug and play via USB unlocks SDJ Pro and DVS license.

[@ffernandez16]

Nice solid mixer

[@andrewrivas2631]

Post Crossfader Serato effects for under $500?! This mixer is in a league of its own with the S3 and Mixars Duo only having post fader effects on the upfaders. would have loved to see a usb hub on it but this is already a bargain and the go to Serato mixer on a budget

[@MakingMadBeats]

You are so damn right. Missing Post Crossfader FX is what kept me from buying the Mixars Duo.

[@djlatu]

Holy shit! Just spent 1800 on an S9 after holding off for 2 years only because there wasn't a cheaper alternative. FML

[@sonboogie]

🤣😭 I almost did the same but now I have $1300 for more carts and monitors 😛

[@djimma5080]

Reloop elite is cheaper and sounds way better

[@djxcel23]

Compared to the mixars 2 channel mixer... which 1

[@DjTecniq]

Edward Hines Numark has built in fx. Mixars does not. This one wins👍🏼

[@itimmy101]

S.erato C.lear R.eliable A.ffordable T.ech savvy C.ompact H.ot new item! 😁

[@edgee7612]

S.tupidass fuck ^

[@itimmy101]

@@edgee7612 ⬅️ more like special Ed 🤪⬆️

[@jasonhardy142]

L ol'😆

[@junglist1soldier]

You can adjust beat parameter from the mixer.

[@djmistax]

Excellent review, this mixer is a nice alternative to the Rane 72 or the Pioneer S9. I'm liking this Numark 'Scratch' even more than my Traktor Kontrol Z2 and the price is sweet.

[@bennydigital8184]

Looks great! Any vinyl EFX at all?

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

Just the Filter knob works with vinyl.

[@hot4futureyears2come]

nice mixer. great price point

[@chadnliz2k11]

How do you start play of a track?

[@billygrctv6698]

its not a controller, is a dvs ready mixer. although you can use the cue buttons.

[@chadnliz2k11]

@@billygrctv6698 I know, I use a DDJ SX3 and have a Numark M6 as a emergency line mixer, just wondering if you hooked up a laptop how one could play the track. I guess launch with mouse.

[@jairoc3121able]

Anyone know, what it takes, to trigger "Instant Doubles"? That's my Fav battle move Super easy with the Z2 but looks like it may take a lil more, with the scratch (Ya... The name is kinda Corny...)

[@djmarkthemagnificent]

Hold the Shift button and double-press the Loop knob. The selected track in your library will be loaded to both decks.

[@tommynationofficial]

Good review, thanks guys.

[@gilboogie]

only 2 rca inputs?

[@djmiyagi1950]

Do you really need more than 2 with a scratch mixer?

[@adamjones6568]

Mojaxx, any thoughts on the numark ntx 1000?

[@toorude4735]

The min used in Numark Scratch is the older non adjustable minis with not the best cut in. Numark could have used the newer ones but they were saving money.

[@ianskar]

Could it be replaced with the Innofader Pro 2?

[@toorude4735]

@@ianskar noo just ut pnp-2

[@MySoundboy]

you have sold me already on this mixer , Im going to get one

[@RadINation]

Love it, cant wait for to get one.

[@pistoffperson]

Brilliant mixer

[@rogue66v]

i hope this becomes rekordbox compatible soon

[@toorude4735]

The min used in Numark Scratch is the older non adjustable minis with not the best cut in. Numark could have used the newer ones but they were saving money. Soo Sad ...

[@DJTechnoboom]

good review thanks

[@dosboy71]

Just got this to replace my DJM-600. I generally like it but the mic output is practically non existent.

[@djpsychlone5833]

Well....im sold!!

[@olayinkaomotayo3002]

I will buy my own soon

[@thomasmatthews80]

Great review as ever. Interesting option, and def think an option and agree with you re the name. Awesome stuff. Take care