... So how well does the flagship Numark Deck fair up against it's arc-enemy Technics 1210s? Very well in my opinion, infact better!
I bought these as my first decks and am very impressed. I have used technics before in the club I work in and in my opinion the Numark TTX1 rules the roost. Many ... Read review
Advantages: Lots of features, Lots of Torque, Lots of Style Disadvantages: A bit tooooo powerful at times! People used to Technics may not like!
...how well does the flagship Numark Deck fair up against it's arc-enemy Technics 1210s? Very well in my opinion, infact better!
I bought these as my first decks and am very impressed. I have used technics before in the club I work in and in my opinion the Numark TTX1 rules the roost. Many believe the un-altered historical technology of the technics cannot be beaten, but times are changing as technology moves on and DJ's get more vigourous ... ...for ripping (through analogue using Numark CS-1 stylus) and I can vouch that the sound is indeed crystal. The target-lamps are very bright, detachable and precisioned, again for accurate RPM rates.
These decks are also ready for battle mode! The pitch fader, LCD display and buttons can moved around to suit the position for DJs going head to head! This is also beneficial with the fact you can change the pitch fader easily if it were ... more
Welcome to the future of vinyl DJing. Now you have the power of the Technics, but with MORE power and more features and a more modern look. So how well does the flagship Numark Deck fair up against it's arc-enemy Technics 1210s? Very well in my opinion, infact better!
I bought these as my first decks and am very impressed. I have used technics before in the club I work in and in my opinion the Numark TTX1 rules the roost. Many believe the un-altered historical technology of the technics cannot be beaten, but times are changing as technology moves on and DJ's get more vigourous and adventurous with their music mixing, especially the Hard Dance / Scratch DJs.
The heavy steel outer casing and amazing centre of gravity provides the most stability one needs when DJing in clubs or at home. The interchangable tone arm lets you choose which is best for your music style (straight or S-arm). The torque of the platter (3.7kg/m^2) is amazing compared to the Technics (2.2kg/m^2). But this may pose problems to DJs used to playing on Technics. No longer can u slow the record down/speed it up using the spindle (too much power!).
The extra digital features are AMAZING and make DJ'ing a lot easier and precise. Some might say you don't need as much skill to use these as it does it for you, they might be right! The pitch shifter is monitored to the nearest decimal place on the LCD monitor and the speed range is incredible. You can have as slow as 33rpm @ -50% all the way up to 78rpm @ +50% (good for cleaning records!).
The new digital features may be trivial to some DJs but theres no harm in having them! For example each deck holds its own signal processor and gives a digital output. There is a feature called Key Lock that enables you to change the speed of the record with the pitch shifter but at a locked pitch. (i.e. the singing doesn't go deeper if it's slowed down). Not only is that amazing for a built in feature, considering the processing involved, but it comes in handy if you are mixing two tracks together at completely different speeds, (as I sometimes do). However for this you need the output from the digital source (rather than analogue).
The signal processor also incorporates a BPM counter function, which is very accurate as well, apart from if your music is like mine (Drum & Bass / Hardcore) and has a BPM well over 160, in which it won't register it. lol. The processor also ensures crystal clear sound output (depending on your stylus grade), and also has normal analogue outputs if you wish to use that. I've recently been using these for ripping (through analogue using Numark CS-1 stylus) and I can vouch that the sound is indeed crystal. The target-lamps are very bright, detachable and precisioned, again for accurate RPM rates.
These decks are also ready for battle mode! The pitch fader, LCD display and buttons can moved around to suit the position for DJs going head to head! This is also beneficial with the fact you can change the pitch fader easily if it were to become faulty. The brakes are also really good on these decks, and because the platter is heavy and has so much torque it has an almost instant start-up, making queing much much easier. The torque also benefits scatch DJs as the platter is very friction resistant (given the correct slipmatts).
The only downside I can think of is the Numark slipmatts that they are provided with. The ones I got are very spondgey and grip too hard on the vinyl, and hold A LOT of static (but these are proper low-noise ones). So I recommend you get some proper low-friction slipmatts in. Another possible thing some might see as a downside is that they are REALLY heavy, but you should expect that because of the steel casing and platter. The rule of thumb is, the heavier the deck, the better it is! Be sure it wont bounce across the table either!
So overall, the Numark TTX1s are top dog for professional DJs and they look the part with that glowing blue LCD display. If you have trained up on Technics, bear in mind that these may take some getting used to. It's like driving a new BMW after a Ford Fiesta.
Advantages: Great Torque, s-shaped arm, key lock, neon lights!!! Disadvantages: Not as user friendly as the Technics
...needed a change because whilst Numark were adding loads of extra features, torque and style to their range each year, Technics stayed where they always have been as the reliable choice for any pro DJ.
Lets start with all the features that the Numarks have:
- Direct drive ultra high torque open motor ( 3.7 kgf-cm Peak) - Straight and S-shaped tone arms included - Solid core steel top, rubber base - Interchangeable pitch fader and button cartridges ... ...audio connections - Removable target light w/ super bright white LED - Blue illuminated display w/ 10, 20 and 50% pitch range, 33-45-78 RPM, reverse, adjustable brake and start-up times - Digital out, line output, key lock
- Straight or "S" shaped tone arm
- Solid di-cast aluminium chasis with rubberised base
- Digital display for pitch and BPM
- Variable pitch fader range 8 / 10 / 20 / 50 %
- Quartz lock
- Key control (line and digital output ...
thefeature 23.02.2004 (24.02.2004)
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...decks from a pair of Numark TT1650s....and wow what a decision!!
The first thing that hits you about these decks is their weight - they are heavy beasts. This certainally makes them feels the part. It might make moving them around a little more difficult, but its a small price to pay. The weight helps to keep them really stable a gives your vinyl a secure base to play on. The weight is mainly due to two reasons, firstly the steel casing which makes ... ...the highest torque I've come across. The higher the torque (for those of you that don't know) the higher the force needed to stop the platter (the circular base you put the vinyl on) from turning. This is important when mixing since you are always touching the record, and don't want the base below to stop turning each time you do.
This is probably the best feature with the decks, and may take some getting used to if, like me, you are used to a pair ...
03bintls 14.09.2007
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Advantages: Loads of Features, very versatile, robust, reliable. Disadvantages: BPM lacks accuracy. spindle too short
...a pair of the new Numark TTX1's. At the time I new it was a risk but after almost two years of use I have never been more pleased with my decision. I will not bore you with the details of all the features you can find these in any other review you read. All I need to say is that they are robust, reliable simple to use and adaptable (the ability to swap the pitch slider with the buttons is pretty cool as is the choice of S-shaped or strait tone arm). ... ...started. I think Numark have taken turntable design into the 21st century with the TTX1's they are really trying to take DJ's to the next level. I am not good enough to appreciate everything the TTX1's have to offer but if you want to come up with new styles and sound and push the boundaries of what can be mixed together these are the tools you will need.
PS. Make sure you have a mixer with line in if you wan't to use all the features. ...
scrabblite 31.10.2006
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Advantages: THE POWER, THE FEATURES, THE BLUE DIGITAL DISPLAY Disadvantages: NO DUST COVER
What can I say well in a word I would say there GRRRRREAT if you're looking to start DJing or are a veteran club spinner if you haven't tried the TTX1 then your missing out. the torque is amazing the start up is quick from just pressing one of the two large start/stop button or from holding the vinyl in your hand ready to drop your next track into the mix. If you own a set of 1210's or any other turn table and you really really like them then DON'T ... ...old decks for a set of these. packed with loads of features like a BPM counter(works well but eh), platter speed (33, 45, 78), interchangeable tone arms (straight for scratch DJ and curved for good beat mixing), the digital display lets you see your pitch levels that are accurate to 1 decimal point so no more guessing on where to set your pitch (makes it easy for recording just write down the pitch level once you've got your beat mixed perfectly) ...
k_jones 10.08.2005
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Product details
Long Name
TTX USB Turntable, TTX1 Turntable
Type
DJ Turntable
Manufacturer
Numark
Arm Action
Manual
Drive
Direct
Mechanism Type
Quartz Speed Control
Size in mm
370 mm
Manufacturer's product description
The TTX USB turntable boasts a super-high torque motor, moveable pitch control, and easily interchangeable S or Straight tone-arms. We can confidently say that this is one of the few tables that actually outperforms the infamous 1200 in torque, technology, and features.
