Numark Party Mix III — an entry-level DJ controller

Numark has released a compact, affordable third-generation two-channel DJ controller with plug-and-play connection.

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The new model has two touch-sensitive jog wheels for scratching and 16 pads, eight per deck, with Effect, Cue, Stems, Loop and Sampler modes. Each deck has a three-band equalizer. Built-in LEDs provide lighting, and dedicated Instrumental and Acapella buttons separate track stems.

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Other features include a Fade FX button for crossfader-triggered transition effects, filter and master gain knobs, Beat Align indicators on each deck, and an audio interface with monitor and headphone outputs. Three rear LEDs flash with the music. Sync, Play/Pause and Cue buttons and Bluetooth 4.2 are included. The USB-powered controller works with Serato DJ, Algoriddim djay and VirtualDJ. Licences are included for Serato DJ Lite, Algoriddim djay for iOS/Android and Algoriddim djay Pro for Mac/PC. Connections include a 3.5 mm left/right main output, a 3.5 mm headphone output and USB-C.

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Numark Party Mix III is available for $150.