Numark iDJ Mixing Console for iPod review

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Reviewed by: James Kim and Eliot Van Buskirk

Reviewed on: 1 March 2006

Tags: Numark, Numark iDJ Mixing Console for iPod, ports, connector, dock connector

We like:

Integrates two iPods nicely, with built-in docks and an iPod-centric interface; excellent quality; includes typical features such as equalisers, mic-in, line-in and compatibility with turntables; glowing lights

We don't like:

Lacks pitch control, a critical feature for serious mixing

CNET UK judgement:

The compact and fresh-looking Numark iDJ needs integrated pitch control to become the dream mixer for iPod owners

Full review:

If you've seen a picture of the enticing Numark iDJ Mixing Console for iPod, or run across it on a blog, you're probably as excited about it as we were -- at least until we got one in for testing. The Numark iDJ shows promise as a high-quality two-channel DJ mixer with two built-in docks designed for any Apple iPod with a dock connector (cradle adaptors included). The white and silver design with glowing blue LEDs is decidedly elegant and cool, and the mixer's features -- three-band equaliser knobs per channel, RCA and phono line-in capability and a mic jack -- make this compact mixer a treat for any iPod-lugging DJ who's imagined playing a set with two totally integrated iPods in style. Continue Reading...