Numark NS6 Review by UniqueSquared - PRESS PLAY

Numark NS6 Demo with DJ Danny M - PRESS PLAY

Numark NS6 Demo - PRESS PLAY

• Built-in 4 Channel DJ Mixer that works with or without the computer
• Inputs for 4 line, 2 turntables, 2 microphones
• Serato’s Itch 4 Deck DJ software included
• Built-in professional 24-bit audio interface with balanced XLR outputs
• Touch sensitive illuminated wheels with 3600 ticks of resolution per rotation
• Strip Search with track position indicator
• Channel assignable effects controls
• Mouse-less library navigation with view options
• Deck Controls include: Key Lock, Pitch Control, Manual and Instant Looping, Hot Cues and Beat grid
• NS6’s uses standard MIDI protocols enabling DJs to use it with a variety of MIDI software

• High-quality full-range headphones designed for DJs
• Swivel design allowing DJs the flexibility to monitor house audio and cue audition
• Breathable protein-leather padding that remains comfortable during extended use
• Large 50 mm driver, neodynium magnet and voice coil for optimal frequency response
• Balanced detachable headphone cable with ¹⁄₈" adapter for use with MP3 players
• Professional build and modern design matched with superior sound
• Includes case to protect and store headphones, cable and adaptor
• 1/4-inch connector with 1/8-inch adaptor included for use with virtually any DJ gear

NS6 is a 4-channel Digital DJ controller with complete built-in mixer and four decks of software control. NS6 is the first truly pro-grade DJ controller and standalone 4-channel mixer with effects. Simply put, there has never been this much versatility and control available for professional DJs. NS6's easy-to-use dual-platter system has been designed in collaboration with Serato to deliver powerful breakthrough performance to DJs of all kinds.

NS6 borrows from the popular designs of Numark's award-winning NS7FX and V7 controllers and delivers substantial new features including the most responsive, high-resolution touch-activated platters ever produced in a DJ product. The wheels on NS6 deliver 3600 ticks of resolution per rotation; when combined with NS6’s automatically adjusted platter sensitivity the result is ultra-precise, high definition turntable control.

In addition to high quality control functionality, NS6 contains a fully functional four-channel digital mixer that can be used with or without the computer, making NS6 perhaps the most versatile DJ controller and mixer combination in the world.

Numark introduced Strip Search virtual needle drop technology to the DJ world with NS7. NS6 takes this one step further by adding position indicators that allow you to always know track position, giving one less reason to need to look at the screen. Bi-Color LEDs also surround each wheel, providing both an indication of the Deck in control and also a Deck’s playback status. Effects can be instantly accessed by channel.

The simple and intuitive design of NS6 includes favorites like mouseless Serato library navigation, Key Lock, complete Pitch Control, manual and instant Looping and Hot Cues. New features have been added including direct access to beat grid controls and beat skip, which allows you to juggle the track inline with the beat so that it never loses sync.

NS6 includes a professional 24-bit audio interface to guarantee pristine audio quality from the computer. A full array of inputs and outputs are present, including XLR outputs, Headphone out, two mic inputs, two phono inputs, four line-level inputs, and USB to connect the system to a Mac or PC.

NS6 comes with Serato’s ITCH DJ software and tightly integrates with ITCH thanks to close collaboration between Serato and Numark. NS6 also employs the proven, cutting-edge control technology invented by Numark in NS7, in which turntable and control information are communicated between the hardware and software at more than ten times standard MIDI resolution. This massive data stream creates the rock-solid, latency-free control for which DJs worldwide have hailed NS7. Because NS6’s communication is based upon MIDI, you can use it with a variety of MIDI software.

Sam Gribben, General Manager at Serato says, “The Serato and Numark partnership has already produced the very successful NS7, NSFX and V7. We’re proud to be releasing the NS6, a controller which provides a DJing experience unlike any other. 4 decks, FX and amazing sound - it’s going to be massive”. We couldn't agree more.

RED WAVE headphones were designed with the entire DJ experience in mind. Their superior sound, eye-catching looks and comfortable design make RED WAVE headphones the clear choice of professional DJs.

RED WAVE headphones are designed specifically for the professional DJ. They employ a comfortable, closed–cup design for great isolation from outside noise. RED WAVE’s large, 50mm neodymium drivers produce clean, powerful output. Designed by DJs for DJs, these headphones have a convenient, swiveling design on one cup so they're easy to wear one-sided between the ear and shoulder. The ear cups also have breathable protein-leather for DJs to remain comfortable during prolonged use.

RED WAVE’s sleek, modern design ensure they look as good as they sound. RED WAVE headphones also come with a gold-plated 1/” adapter to quickly plug into MP3 players, and carrying case for quick and convenient transport.

• Integrated "one to one" hardware to software mapping for instant control and minimum setup time.
• Interoperable with Scratch LIve crates, loops and cue points, and support for iTunes™.
• Clean and simple software user interface with emphasis on hardware controller to display information.
• Auto Tempo Matching and Beat Sync.
• Optimal Gain and BPM Calculation
• Serato's unique color waveforms for easy identification of sound.
• Set and store Cue-points.
• Manual and Auto Loop activation.
• Music Library management tools for backup and restore.
• Exclusive Access to Fresh Promotional Music with Whitelabel.net
• Input and Mix recording capability.
• AIFF, WAV, MP3 and AAC audio file support
• No Charge Upgrades that constantly add new features and improvements

Serato has agreements with respected manufacturers to deliver complete ITCH systems that are quality controlled to deliver the finest performance possible. ITCH partners work closely with Serato to build hardware from the ground up that is optimized for performance with ITCH.

ITCH is a project that has engineers from a variety of companies working together and striving for the same goals. The two way relationship in engineering has resulted in features of the Serato ITCH software being customized specifically to the ITCH hardware.