Numark Mixtrack Pro II
by Diego Romero
Mixing music with the Numark
Mixtrack Pro has always been fun. The Numark Mixtrack Pro II is a
DJ turntable USB device. I bought the Numark turntable last year for Christmas
time, and I ordered from Amazon for $200.00. It came on a medium box with a USB
cable, Serato DJ software, user guide, safety and warranty manual. It was great music equipment to add to my home music studio. Before buying the Numark
Mixtrack Pro II, I was undecided which
turntable to buy, so I made a research on DJ equipment. I found out the Numark
had the best customer reviews and best ratings by professional DJs. The price
was affordable, and I specially liked its features.
Professional DJs have described the
Numark as one of the best turntable of 2013.
According
to Chris Roman, Numark Product Manager, "When
we first released Mixtrack Pro, there was nothing else like it—it set the bar
and gave DJs and aspiring DJs everywhere truly professional capabilities,"
"Mixtrack Pro II is the next step of that evolution the bar just got even
higher." (Numark.com) These kind of reviews made me feel more secure to
buy the Numark Mixtrack Pro II.
Numark Mixtrack Pro II was affordable for my budget. For $200.00
buying this turntable was worth it. Different brands were cheaper, but the
quality of Numark Mixtrack Pro II was better. There
are better turntables with higher quality sound, but I could not afford it. I did
not need the most expensive turntable in the market because I am just a beginner
player.
What I enjoy the most of this turntable
are its features. According to Numark.com, “It features a streamlined design
and as expanded layout of professional controls, including 16 backlit
multifunction drum pads”. (Numark.com) It comes in two colors, silver and black. The Numark Mixtrack Pro II comes
with an interesting software called Serato DJ. I downloaded this software for
free on SeratoDJ.com. The feature of this music software is to keep the
music organize by artist name and music genres. With this software the Numark Mixtrac Pro can function
correctly. I was able to spend more time interacting with my music and less
time staring at the computer screen. Internet connection is not necessary to use
the software nor the turntable. Another feature of the Numark are “headphone
inputs.” With this option, I can hear the songs I am mixing on my headphones
while the Numark is playing a different song.
Learning how to setup the Numark
turntable was really easy. First, I
connected it to my computer via USB. Second, I registered my product on
numark.com. “Registering the product ensures that the Numark company can keep
up to date with new product developments. Also, provides the customers with
world class technical support”. Third, I placed the Numark Mixtrac Pro II on a flat stable surface. I made sure all
devices were turned off, and all the controls were in zero. Then, I connected
my microphone into the mic input, and I connected the turntable to my external
Marshall amplifier.
Numark
Mixtrack Pro II is easy
to setup with Windows computers. Numark Mixtrac Pro works with PC; however, the
computers must to have USB ports. Windows 7, 8, and 10 can read Serato DJ
software. I have also installed this software on a Linux operating system, and
it worked great. The same steps can be made on a Mac computer. Personally, I
use a Mac computer and I have always enjoyed the experience of mixing music
with this device.
The pros
and cons of Numark Mixtrack Pro II: This device is
ideal for a beginner DJ. It's perfect for creating an MP3 collection for small
parties. I think this turntable gives me more control over the recording
process. The price is cheaper than an old-school turntable. However, classic
turntables can create a more realistic sounds when scratching vinyl discs.
After
buying the Numark Mixtrack Pro II, I could not stop playing it. In my free time, I try to
learn how to use new effects and create new sounds. I like to create new loops
and add strange noises over the songs. Last year, I was invited to play music
for my friend’s harvest party. For this
party I mixed music using the Numark turntable. Most of the music I played at
the party was pop music and country. My friend Mark really enjoyed having music
at his party. He said that in his previous years he did not have a person
playing music in the background. He appreciated that I took my Numark Mixtrack
Pro II equipment
that day.
Finally,
I like the
Numark Mixtrack Pro II
because is the most user friendly controller on the market while still offering
a high quality sound. Having the Numark
Mixtrack Pro II make
me enjoy mixing, scratching, and experimenting music in a fun way. I can play
music at my friends and family parties.
Also, I have so much fun mixing music with this instrument, and in the
future I would like to use it for weddings,
and other small venues. I would recommend this
product to anyone who wants to mix and produce music. Learning how to mix music with the
Numark Mixtrack Pro II and Serato DJ gave me the experience
to understand the concept of mixing music like a professional DJ.
Numark professional DJ equipment. In
Music Brands Cumberland, RI USA,
14 July. 2015. Web.
Date of access:
5 November. 2015.
