Numark Scratch Mixer Review - The best DJ mixer under $500?!?

Numark dropped this amazing 2 channel battle mixer for under $500. Find out about all it's features and what we think about the Numark Scratch Mixer!
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[@mortgageminion8109]

This mixer with 2 Audio Technica ATLP140-XP's were just over 1500.00 out the door with 2yrs of insurance. I'm very pleased at the performance of this equipment, at this price. I even threw in a coffin and a foldable stand with the money saved.

[@moonryder203]

I'm impressed! Very nice! This is what the market needs, good, low priced gear!

[@Thongr1]

@4:33 you can see phase signal shifting on side B. God damn Phase. Can't wait for the firmware. Nice vid!

[@yinkamartins]

I have to say, @Crossfader, I am glad you made this video, I was about to spend over a thousand on a controller. This just changed my mind for now!!! Lovely tutorial

[@MakingMadBeats]

I own this beauty for a few weeks now and can absolutely recommend it. Best bang for buck when it comes to a Serato DVS enabled 2-Channel Battle Mixer. Strongest contender might be the Mixars Duo MK2, which has the advantage of adjustable linefaders but has no post fader FX on the CF, Numark Scratch has, though.

[@trevorbanks3287]

Hey, hoping you can help me out... Serato doesn't give me the option of DECK SETUP in the Audio tab. DVS also doesn't seem to be enabled when plugging in. Serato DOES recognize the hardware though. Any tips would be appreciated!

[@MakingMadBeats]

@@trevorbanks3287 Which OS do you run? If you are on a Mac maybe the security options of mac OS prevent Serato working correctly.

[@trevorbanks3287]

@@MakingMadBeats I'm running mac OS Catalina 10.15.5, but I'm not getting a block notification when I open my security & privacy settings. How can I check to see if Serato functions are being blocked aside from that?

[@trevorbanks3287]

@@MakingMadBeats Actually you were right bro. Needed to allow access to microphone in privacy settings. Such a relief! Thanks for the tip!

[@MakingMadBeats]

@@trevorbanks3287 Yeah! That's the problem that is well known with mac OS "Crapalina" 😂!!! Serato has mentioned it on their website that you need to grant microphone access in order to make it work. Glad I could help you out 🤜

[@shytown2452]

I got one. I'm satisfied.

[@leemajors1417]

Can you change the effects to your own choice?

[@shytown2452]

@@leemajors1417 depends on what u mean? You can change the effects on what the mixer has to offer. Which is quite a bit. But make you're own custom effects? Kind of, but ultimately no.

[@leemajors1417]

@@shytown2452 I mean, can you change effects pad 1 (echo) to another serato effect, their echo out perhaps??

[@shytown2452]

@@leemajors1417 i haven't tried changing the effects like that yet using the pads for solely that kind of purpose because I use the toggle switch for effects instead. You can lock in the effect. Or hold the toggle for the preferred effect as long as u want.

[@Tdawg93a]

Can you use cue point 5-8 with the mixer?

[@mack460]

Got mine in the mail yesterday! Just right, not too much extra stuff I wouldn't use anyway...the mini innofader is a MONSTER!!! I am very impressed!

[@trevorbanks3287]

Hey, hoping you can help me out... Serato doesn't give me the option of DECK SETUP in the Audio tab. DVS also doesn't seem to be enabled when plugging in. Serato DOES recognize the hardware though. Any tips would be appreciated!

[@mack460]

@@trevorbanks3287 Im using mine w/VDJ Pro...theres mixer presets already there for most controllers and DVS enabled mixers...

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Factz! It’s all you need to get the job done simplicity is key

[@davidw1218]

Played around with this mixer the other day and I was Truly impressed!!! First off that cross fade is really nice and right next to the set I was playing around with was a set with the same Numark Scratch with an innofader pro2 crossfade! So one was butter and the other was butter on ice!!!!! That's just the crossfader, there is a lot of other feature's that are SICK! Than I started playing around with the pads, using them as cue points and I was very impressed. I use a Rane TTM56S so when ever I want to hit a cue point I have to use the lap top. I am yet to use the effects but that is the reason I started liking this mixer!! So far I give it a 10, but I will rate it again after I pick one up!!!!a

[@Underdog_Basketball]

I'm finally upgrading from my analog Rane 56 too and am looking into this mixer so your comment is hella helpful! Thank you! I'm really liking what I'm seeing so far. Just need something simple, has DVS, and the basic fx. Most Important part though is the Innofader. I got a Stanton STX and you're right, it's butter on ice! I didn't think you could get any better than the stock fader on the Rane but I'm wrong!

[@dmsp7378]

What about latency when scratching vinyl with this mixer? Is the response time as good as reloop elite or pioneer djm?

[@Crossfader]

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[@FrOsTyBeArKiD]

If I was just starting out, this is what I would get. This is such a good value and, if you want to upgrade, a ddj xp2 would be perfect for this and give you nearly everything you'd ever need for a long long time.

[@atypical_blk_guy]

Would you still recommend the numark scratch and xp2 over a pre-owned s9 or s7? I currently have a Rane One but want to get a battle setup for my house.

[@khall7576]

I have this mixer. The only thing is no effects without serato so you're forced into serato. Other than that it is a beast the crossfader is solid. Peace!

[@maxmoradj]

very nice mixer/controller and it's already supported plug & play by Virtualdj 2018

[@djbond555]

Thank you very much for your efforts….all the best and good luck

[@djrottweiler3632]

That mixers looks like it bring lots of good features for that size and the price it’s perfect for us dj with a low budget, I like it. I would definitely get it try it and rock it. I really think numark did something good with this incorporating SERATO in it. Keep it up👍

[@djrottweiler3632]

Looks good. Sounds good. And for sure. Has good features, numark has done. Something great with this mixer. Can’t wait to get my hands on it. Keep it up. Numark. 👍👍. Good and well explain video. 👌

[@djfingersflores]

Just got mine today, so far its really nice and easy to use. Not too many extra bells and whistles that i'll never use. My only complaint is the mic pre amps. I have to turn the volume up full blast to get any sound from my mic. Is anyone else having this problem with VERY low mic volume.?

[@RonaldRaiden]

Does it work well with a regular vinyl? I've heard that these kinds of tables can have issues with the level, I have line level turntables so it shouldn't be a problem I think

[@djfingersflores]

@@RonaldRaiden Yeah it works fine with regular vinyl. The effect won't work with the vinyl but the filter knob will. Overall I'm happy with my purchase, nice Lil Mixer. Peace!

[@Dubb1000]

If you are thinking of buying this and upgrading the crossfader to the Innofader Pro 2, BEWARE! the plate that houses the mediocre Mini Innofader is too small to house the wider big brother the Innofader Pro 2. I literally spent about 3 hours bending the metal housing plate, until I finally got it to house the Inno Pro 2, and secure it to the mixer itself. I'm not sure if there will be a metal housing plate that will allow you to install the Inno Pro 2 with ease, but this is the only solution I have to offer for now.

[@patrickdanaher5378]

We are working on an adapter for the Numark Scratch and Reloop Elite. Both require the fader to sit directly under the faceplate to get the stem through enough. Give us a month. Email me [e-mail] and let get you on the list for that bracket!

[@illyam689]

@@patrickdanaher5378 is this available now? :)

[@RonaldRaiden]

I compared these faders and it looks like you actually downgraded by doing that. The mini is on par with the pro 3, however, it doesn't have an LED among other things

[@charleswrigley9488]

Wished this came out few years ago would of been better than me buying the mixars cut two reloop module controllers and denon ds1 interface. Could saved couple of hundred pounds to put towards better turntables. Plus it reduces clutter behind the mixer with having tge ds1 interface there 🙄

[@charleswrigley9488]

@Chance S it is fun mixer for the price

[@Jesse_James_Dj]

@12:45 - DJ.EXE Has stopped working 😂

[@TaiwanBrown]

lol!!!

[@earljaxfl]

Great review I’ll definitely be picking one of these up

[@djmysticalone321]

2024 still good

[@jubby1975]

What about compared to traktors z2?..would it be price?..if so it wouldn't be much difference?

[@MakingMadBeats]

After owning this mixer since release there are some gripes I have with it. I read that line faders are soldered to the mainboard of the mixer which means that they can' t be replaced once they break. The effects in Serato can' t be edited and then saved as a personal preset chain. Everytime you close and reopen Serato DJ the changes are overwritten by the Numark Scratch because of it' s fixed layout on the mixer itself. I wish that Numark would have used a mticolour led for the pads since they only light up in red. I use colour coding for my cue points and I' d wish that the mixer would reflect that.

[@DjTecniq]

Does it have access to fx for analog playback?

[@elmasVIVO]

Do you need control vynil to be able to use your vynil turntables with it ?

[@Underdog_Basketball]

Can the pads be mapped to work with STEMS? Thank you for this video! It was extremely helpful.

[@dj_saint]

I wonder that as well

[@k6six]

i don't see why not, I've got it mapped and working with Traktor. NExt time I'm on it will see if it can be done in serato

[@marcobisconti4572]

Excellent review

[@DJDAMIAN72]

I'm thinking of picking up this Numark Scratch or the Mixars Duo to replace my Traktor Z2, because the DVS system in my damn mixer only works when it wants to since I got it a couple of years ago, so I hardly use it but also because I prefer the Serato software that's on my Pioneer DDJ-SR controller, so I need a cool Serato mixer like the Numark or Mixars! I really wish I had that Pioneer DDJ-MS9, Rane 72 or Reloop Elite but the DJ thing is just a hobby and not my profession so I'm not trying to spend almost 2Gs on a DJ mixer but I'm willing to spend $500-$1000 on my cool hobby! :)

[@traxonwax]

My $1200 Pioneer controller doesn’t come with DVS licenses. Since I don’t use vinyl, it isn’t a big deal but if a sub $500 mixer comes with DVS activation, why can’t mine? Lol As for the mixer, I love that it has an IEC power in vs a external power brick. The XLR outs are quite nice and a combo XLR/TRS mic in is pretty sweet.

[@Dj_Jwoo]

How are you using the phase controllers with it? Are there enough inputs on the back for turntables and the controllers?

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Just get a powered usb hub to use the phase with it!

[@f3niks]

Great video. Thank you.

[@johnsokolowski3201]

Hi I just got 2 Numark NDX500 and im looking at getting this mixer, Im just going to be using for just mixing tracks and playing files off the Mac, no scratching will this work alright for what Im looking to do

[@DjTecniq]

How’s the analog sound quality on the Phono preamp?

[@StayOnIt]

It's so so, i have kw153s and its no where near peaking it at max vol.

[@Antoz1103]

Are those all Serato Effects? or they also work on Vinyl without Serato hooked up? I mean the Sound is great. I did not really notice any difference to my DJM 800 i owned. I listened ur video with my Creative Soundcard and Beyerdynamics DT990 Pro´s Thx if u answer

[@mackyhowy8581]

Yes ye, i'm oooold school. What are those on the turntables? They look like vinyl records but not really since I didn't see a the needle on either of the discs? Link please! Do I even need my vinyl library if I got something like that? I'm talking about the records... or what appears to be a record.. Thanks

[@RefugeetheDJ]

excellent value for money without a doubt!

[@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!

[@trevorbanks3287]

FIXED: When running mac OS Catalina, make sure your security & privacy settings allow Serato to have access to your microphone, and any other feature it might need for that matter. Simple solution that can drive you crazy... However, it still doesn't give me the DECK SETUP option, but it does recognize and allow me to calibrate my turntable decks like normal when in the Audio tab.

[@romeroflores7576]

Q: ❓🤔I have Klispsh 15-Rpm active speakers that have only copper stranded wire attachments...2 turntables... where would i connect the stranded wires on this dj mixer❓thx

[@SabinoDTmusic]

What about reloop rmx60 for the same price or only 50 more?

[@thedjnitenurse]

Nice video Dude 👍 Very helpful! I'm getting one cheers I'm gonna post some oldSkzool mixes soon ☺️👍 take care Dude 👊

[@hanshornbek4024]

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

[@jimmysteves2913]

no

[@dmsp7378]

What about latency when scratching vinyl with this mixer? Is the response time as good as reloop elite or pioneer djm? Thanks

[@KOTO_XD]

we need it in Mexico :(

[@2119rocky]

How does this compare to the Mixars mixer

[@icecoldjohnnyy]

My mixars doesn’t work with Serato anymore after a year. Getting distorted sound. Only works with vinyl now. Plus mixars shut down so can’t do anything to get a new one. Stick with pioneer , Rane or this one for budget!

[@gracegenie7684]

@@icecoldjohnnyy Mixars shut down? Do you have a link or something? I'm asking cause I'm interested in buying a Mixars Duo.

[@Rickky007]

How’s the sound quality using vinyl only??

[@Bigheadedwon]

I don't have another mixer to compare it to, but it sounds pretty good to me. My setup, this mixer + Reloop RP8000Mk2 with a Ortofon Concorde Scratch cart and Fluid Audio FX50 studio monitors. I have only 5 actual vinyl records, but they all sound nice. Considering it's a $500 unit I'm very impressed. Also sounds crystal clear and can get ear-shattering loud with my Pioneer HDJ-X10 headphones.

[@Rickky007]

@@Bigheadedwon thanks for the info 👍🏻

[@sergiozalasar8347]

I got this mixer a couple of years ago and mostly works fine but I cannot get the pads to produce/play any captured sound in cue, sample or roll modes. The buttons do light up but that's it. I'm using Serato DJ Pro 3.0.4. Any suggestions for what the issue could be? I'm using a Dell Latitude 7490 laptop with specs as follows: Processor Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-8350U CPU @ 1.70GHz 1.90 GHz Installed RAM 8.00 GB (7.88 GB usable) System type 64-bit operating system, x64-based processor. Thanks in advance for any recommendations.

[@OgDj2024]

I understand there’s some sort of prize, the new mark mixer?

[@tajl.3961]

Thank you. I have this mixer. It's cool. Needed some tutorial on how it worked though.

[@570films]

Just the information I need...Outstanding post. What are those square pieces on your records? Thanks mate.

[@lukyluk5355]

I believe they're from the brand Phase, they essentially enable you to use DVS without even having to have a needle on there.

[@Ziggy_v2]

Over the years I've purchased many Numark products - for the price it's a decent product. However, I'm usually disappointed with the sound quality including the bleeding of sound.

[@Greece360]

I would like to know if all those features on the mixer like the echo sound and the pads work in phono mode or do they only work when it’s in line? Basically can I use the effects when I’m using real vinyls without any software?

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Photo Precise .. I heard you can not use the effects while playing real vinyl I just read somewhere in a past comment someone said it!

[@MakingMadBeats]

You can' t use Seratos FX on real vinyl. I own this mixer and it' s not possible. Reloop Elite has this feature, though.

[@georgies9138]

Wondering how it sounds with regular vinyl

[@marcio1563]

Can i use the on board effects wuthout the software?

[@djmajo]

no

[@biggn8578]

Nice...i just ordered mine

[@PietroCRF]

Two question So there is no post fader FX ? Does the FX work on Phone-line?

[@alex.gallega]

What do you think between this mixer and Traktor Kontrol Z2?

[@MakingMadBeats]

Mainly depends on the DJ Software you want to use I guess. Hardwarewise: Z2 has Innofaders on all faders as far as I know. The Numark Scratch has only the Crossfader as an Innofader. I own the Numark Scratch and to me it is a no frills mixer. I mean a couple of years ago you just got a Rane SL Serato Box for the price of this Mixer! For under 500 bucks you get a 2 channel analog mixer with 3band EQ, analog filters, an Innofader Crossfader plus a soundcard and everything ready for Plug and Play with Serato DJ via DVS! It' s a steal, imho. As far as Traktor Pro. NI has recently been sold to an investor and Traktor hasn' t seen that much development in the last couple of years. NI hasn' t released a new Traktor Mixer since the Z2, all they came out with was new Controllers. The Z2 was released back in 2012, so I guess that says it all.

[@Tdawg93a]

Can you use cue point 5-8 with the mixer?

[@ajohnstitch]

I think they double up with shift button held

[@Tdawg93a]

@@ajohnstitch interesting. Thanks. Would be nice to know for sure before buying though

[@DJTechnoboom]

which sounds better this mixer or the Traktor Z2?

[@unikvibe4281]

can you midi map some serato function like bit fraction for fx on the paddle for example?

[@Jt_473]

How do I access and program the pads for sample in Serato dj pro?? I have already downloaded some from loopmaster

[@2119rocky]

Thanks for the video, Would I need a USB hub if would use this mixer with 2 Rane 12 decks

[@2119rocky]

matteos2008 ok thanks

[@MakingMadBeats]

@@2119rocky Make sure it' s a powered hub, though.

[@yannickbol8123]

Can i use all my hotcues because you only got 4 Pads available?

[@taniachesnokova704]

Hi guys! I'm in the very beginning of my djing journey and was wondering if this mixer would be good for DVS with one turntable and a laptop?

[@tjridez6331]

yeah id like to know this too

[@atypical_blk_guy]

The mixer unlocks DVS so one table and the mixer with your laptop should be fine.

[@zozialstudio833]

I'm a regular subscriber, please tell me the cheapest way (really cheap) on how i can connect my cdj 1000mk3 to laptop

[@TheDjtony24]

There is any way the i can use hotstarts and samplers like separate ???

[@mework1871]

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

[@MakingMadBeats]

You just need this mixer, because it already has a Serato DJ Soundcard built in. You get the full version of Serato DJ Pro with the mixer. You would need to buy a set of Serato control vinyl because they are not included with the mixer. Then you can use it with your turntables. I have this mixer and a set of Technics 1200MK2s.

[@mework1871]

@@MakingMadBeats I figured it out in the end. I bought a Numark Scratch which unlocks Serato Pro. And the Serato vinyl to go on my 1210s. Sorted!

[@nicolivegames378]

the mixer and software can control 1000 mk3 pioneer cdj???

[@OgDj2024]

Can you record vinyl into the software??

[@C.Ellis_BMI]

💯 presentation!

[@bablubora5874]

Which mixer sound better xone 23 and this

[@seguraograve6453]

Does the effects on Djms9 are mixer effects or serato effects as well?

[@doclaquanhta79]

DJM s3 and Numark Scratch DJM which one better ?

[@lexdiggy]

I was thinking about ponying up the money for the S9 now that the S11 is out, but this still seems like a better option to finally upgrade my technics setup from the 57SL and say my final good bye to scratch live. I just wish there were 8 pads on each channel like on my Pioneer SX2 Controller.

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Scratch live will always be an old reliable I still keep it on my laptop just Incase I feel like breaking out my 57SL and do a gig or something it just works!

[@hot4futureyears2come]

Dope mixer. i can see this ,mixer selling a lot this year

[@rubenromerofoto]

Are you using PHASE to control the vinyles? they?

[@kingrobsky]

Can anybody confirm if the effects also work when playing with analog vinyl, or only with serato...

[@mework1871]

I think its only Serato for most of the things. Apart from reverb, echo, simple loops. The 6 middle buttons are built into the mixer, the pads are for Serato. The clever stuff will be in Serato, although im no expert

[@jadesimeon7171]

Serato only

[@matthewhull5720]

So if I purchased this mixer, I wouldn't need to purchase the Serato software seperately it's pre programmed?

[@noodlespooner]

Correct. It will unlock serato dj pro... but you don't get a license, you just get to use it while it's connected.

[@kaneda4102]

Numark are cheap for a reason- give it 12 months and all the switches buttons and faders are knackered

[@brandoncarr2306]

CAN you sye this with scratch live?

[@stevebennett7071]

What's the tune playing in the video?

[@praveenshm]

This works with Rekordbox or traktor?

[@dcmopar6913]

can u run the mixer on scratch live

[@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

[@MakingMadBeats]

Serato get' s fully unkocked. I have this mixer and recently played on a friends Pioneer S9.

[@simonjewell8013]

Is there punch in and punch out buttons on this mixer? If any decent scratch mixers have punch in and out please list them. Cheers

[@Crossfader]

Hey Simon, sadly I can't think of a modern mixer than still has the punch in feature! Sorry about that!

[@MrMarius2000]

I cant seem to find anything about how it works standalone? How would it perform without serato in a pinch?

[@jungle-wav1322]

Marius Groth very average mixer, but amazing for the price. It’s faders are decent enough and the eq is better than expected! I think it’ll work in a pinch, but there are cheaper and better alternatives if you’re not using Serato, as this is designed for it.

[@jjp2751]

A bit confused, so would I still need to purchase Serato Pro and a DVS license if I buy this mixer?

[@georgegogos1637]

JJP no

[@DjPhaseFour]

Which bits work when mixing analog? I'm assuming the filters do but the effects don't.

[@DjTecniq]

Dj Phase Four curious of this myself. I think just filter since the fx are software based.

[@bigshotscustomaudio8053]

Do you have top have an interface for the connections to get the tables to work with the computer

[@KevIn-qc4dr]

The Mixer is the interface. Simply connect the supplies USB cable, and download drivers if you're on a PC.

[@Silverhilt]

this is the one for me!

[@gregc7699]

can i use the paddles and the effects when it's not in serato mode?

[@Crossfader]

Sadly not

[@gregc7699]

@@Crossfader I brought and I'm so dissapointed wish i hadn't that's pathetic not allowing that not a good move on Numarks half would of been perfect otherwise

[@Crossfader]

​@@gregc7699 The effects are built into Serato rather than the mixer. The controls are just MIDI buttons that tell Serato what to do. At this price point you'd struggle to find any mixer with built in effects as complex as this. The only effects in the hardware are the filters. It's a shame but at this price it's to be expected!

[@gregc7699]

@@Crossfader Yea I guess your right, great video BTW

[@RawUndergroundMusic]

Is there a button for instant doubles?

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Raw Underground Music .. yup

[@greatness3928]

I just bought this I have a hp computer how do I set it up to use

[@bigviel3298]

You get two turntables and connect them to it.

[@AmbientWanderer]

What do the Phono premaps sounds like on this when playing Vinyl?

[@KevIn-qc4dr]

They Sound great! Better than any Pioneer mixer. These are comparable to Rane.

[@AmbientWanderer]

@@KevIn-qc4dr Thanks for your answer, but i already bought an Allen & Heath Xone 22 mixer.

[@KevIn-qc4dr]

@@AmbientWanderer You have the best. :)

[@biggn8578]

What labtop should i go with using this mixer

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

nathaniel williams .. personally what ever you are comfortable with but I would go with a MacBook Pro!

[@djmaker1234]

Nice

[@bsuaveee]

BRING BACK THE NUMARK X6!!!!!

[@djfirststyle0898]

Hello gays I have this mixer. I dont cruv fader in serato help me please

[@rogue66v]

I hope the nxt version will be rekordbox compatible

[@flyvernon7]

Anyone know that beat? Please!

[@scorpioone3932]

Do you need a computer system to work this mixer or do all the settings on thos mixer work just with the decks without the computer system if that makes sence lol

[@MakingMadBeats]

You can use it as an analog mixer. The EQs and the filter are analog but you cann' t use the rest of the features in this mixer (effects, cue points and so on) since they are all included in Serato DJ Pro, the software this mixer was designed for. You then need a computer to access those features. FX only work when playing digital but not on regular vinyl.

[@scorpioone3932]

@@MakingMadBeats cool thank you for the help much appreciated 🙏 😊 . Looks like a fantastic tool and something different to use I may invest in this soon as effects and sounds it can bring is amazing. Thanks again

[@MakingMadBeats]

@@scorpioone3932 You' re welcome 😎✌️

[@WaltJ3]

I had to sacrifice and scrape up my pennies to save up for the DJMS9, if this had been released 6 months earlier - I would own it

[@hi_im_fido]

Its worth imo