Essential Information About the Numark Scratch Mixer
- 2-channel 24-bit battle mixer designed for intensive scratching, featuring a metal chassis and ultra-precise InnoFader crossfader.
- Serato-ready: Serato DJ Pro and DVS license included to control your turntables and CD/media players.
- Instant effects control via 6 shortcuts and dual toggle-style levers typical of high-end mixers.
- Professional connectivity with balanced XLR outputs, high-pass/low-pass filter per channel, and dedicated Master/Booth monitoring.
A Numark Battle Mixer Built for Competition
With the "Scratch," Numark delivers a compact mixer that follows the line of accessible battle mixers without compromising reliability. Its InnoFader crossfader, robust construction, and dedicated controls for effects and loops make it a benchmark in its category for modern turntablism.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for beginner to advanced scratch DJs, the Numark Scratch excels in battles, showcases, and technical sets. It fits equally well in clubs, mobile DJ setups, or fixed installations thanks to its pro outputs and immediate workflow, perfectly suited for fast routines and sharp cuts.
Features and Innovations
The Scratch offers 8 performance pads per channel (Cues, Rolls, Samples), direct access to automatic looping, and a hardware high-pass/low-pass filter to shape sound both analog and digital. On the effects side, six dedicated buttons control Serato FX, armed via two toggle levers for expressive fills. Included are Serato DJ Pro and the DVS expansion, enabling control of turntables and players, while the pro connectivity (XLR, RCA, 6.35/3.5 mm headphone jacks, Combo mic input) secures all configurations.
Technical Specifications
Mixing and Performance
- InnoFader crossfader with reverse and slope controls (cut curve adjustment)
- 8 performance pads with Cues, Rolls, and Samples modes
- 6 direct access buttons for software effects with dual activation levers and effect level potentiometer
- Dedicated buttons for instant loop control
- High-pass / low-pass filter potentiometers
Audio and Conversion
- Audio quality: 24-bit / 48 kHz
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 108 dB
Audio Connectivity
- RCA Phono/Line inputs
- Combo XLR/Jack mic input with level and tone controls
- Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA Master outputs
- Unbalanced RCA Booth output
- 6.35 mm and 3.5 mm headphone outputs
Software and Compatibility
- Included: Serato DJ Pro and DVS license
- Compatible with Serato NoiseMap control CDs and vinyl (sold separately)
- 2-month subscription to SoundSwitch lighting control software included
- Prime Loops sample pack included
Ports, Dimensions, and Weight
- USB 2.0 port
- Dimensions: 304 x 245 x 104 mm
- Weight: 2.69 kg