Numark DM950USB 2-Channel DJ Mixer with USB

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Gain control on inputs. Replaceable crossfader. Slider cuing.

The DM950USB is an affordable 2-channel mixer with 2 USB audio ports built into the mixer. USB technology allows audio files to be transferred to and from your computer. Mix your computers music files with vinyl, CD, DVD or a microphone. Incorporate MP3, WMA, WAV, and other digital music files in the mix from any USB-equipped PC or Mac. Two USB ports are included so you can take advantage of the multiple sound card feature found in most DJ mixing software. Record your mix at the same time as you play back. The DM950USB from Numark is the perfect way to easily get into the modern world of computer music while still using a traditional mixing platform.

Features:
Gain control on inputs

Replaceable crossfader

Slider cuing

Inputs for 2 line, 2 phono, 2 USB, 1 mic

2 USB input/output channels for playing MP3 (or other audio) files from a computer or for recording your performance to a computer

USB cables included

No software drivers needed with Windows XP or Mac OS X

Works with almost any Windows or Mac audio recording or playback software

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 401-658-3131

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. (15 ratings)
Submitted February 5, 2007 by a customer from yahoo.com

"fun cheap toy."

Overall: 3 out of 5 stars
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does the job, just don't get your hopes up on pristine sound quality.
Sound
using the USB functions, and playinf with Traktor, there is noticable "noise" in the AD-DA converters. if the bitrate is low on an MP3 file, it is almost unplayable.
Features
bought it to integrate 2 turntables and a laptopset-up. it does the job, but now I'm looking for a better audio interface, and just use a better quality 4 channel mixer. the eq's are pretty average. no mid's... the crossfader is ok, but not anything special.
Ease of Use
straight forward. BIG PROBLEM... there's no meters! how are you suposed to know how much gain to use? this is a problem. also the volume difference between Line and phono and usb inputs is HUGE. not the smoothest mixes.
Quality
it's been on the road with me from Costa Rica to Mexico to Hawaii, it si metal and built pretty tough, however, like I said, the D-A converters are noisy, so maybe that is due to bouncing around.
Value
it frikin' cheap. just as a back-up mixer it's cheap, let alone the USB capabilities.
Manufacturer Support
n-a
The Wow Factor
cool little mixer, but more toy than pro, unfortunately. I'm gonna check out the new Berringher USB deck for $150.

Musical Background:

professional musician

Musical Style:

Funk Soul Electro Remix Dance
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