Numark NS4FX Review - The cheapest 4 channel DJ controller!

Find out everything you need to know about the Numark NS4FX 4 channel professional DJ controller. The controller works with Serato DJ Lite, Serato DJ Pro, Algoriddim DJAY and Virtual DJ. It features balanced XLR outputs and a new performance mode called fader cuts.

00:00 Intro
01:23 Key Features & Software
02:52 Deck Walkthrough
04:22 Performance Pads
07:54 Serato DJ Pro
09:31 Mixer Walkthrough
11:41 Inputs & Outputs
13:29 My Thoughts
15:11 Should You Upgrade?
15:54 NS4FX vs DDJ-FLX6
17:33 Learn To DJ

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[militarymisfit]

I own a production company and just purchased the controller. As a beginner DJ ( I'm a producer), it's easier to use if you have a background in production, but not necessary. It's user-friendly and we just recently played a music series where I was able to DJ. I had 48 hours to learn the basics by watching tutorials like this. To me, completely worth the cost.

[FernandoHenao-gdio]

Numark NS4-FX Mic Solution/Workaround:
1. Get/Buy an RCA to female XLR cable

2. Plug in the RCA to the RCA Aux - White and Red.

3. Plug the Mic to the other end of the cable: The XLR female end

4. The Mic1 / Line Button Switch -- Set it to Line.

That's it. Now you have a perfectly sounding Microphone with NO distortion.

[MekaniQ]

I WAS LOOKING FOR A 4 CHANNEL CONTROLLER, Perfect timing! 🥳
Thank you Crossfader!

[dannysvinylrainbow]

Great review sir! I wish I waited to buy this, but i had no idea it was released, so I bought the Platinum FX. Its all good because i never use 4 decks, only 2. But I really like the outputs and input, on this one, where I can attach a turntable for example. That's a really nice touch. I feel it's about $100 more than id like

Can you recommend where I can get a good case for this??? I actually want to buy one, but can’t find a reasonably priced case anywhere, so I’m sticking with my Numark Platinum FX for now.

[robactraiser]

I have a Pioneer DDJ-SB2 with Serato DJ Pro - It's fine, but I fancy a new upgrade and don't want to spend more than £500. I need balanced outputs, so the Pioneer DDJ-FLX6 is a no from me.. The Numark NS4FX seems like a good bet.. Any advice? Is it much of a step up from the DDJ-SB2? I was thinking of getting a second hand Pioneer DDJ-SX2 or SR2, but they are hard to find and I hate dealing with people when trying to buy second hand..

[muhleeshuh]

Thank you so much for posting. I liked and subscribed. I am going to buy this controller tomorrow!!!

[jsalt]

I could classify myself as a beginner as I only started playing in Dec 23. But I’m retired so I can get away with 4-6 hours of practice a day.

I really like my Mixtrack Pro FX but I need more than 2 channels to have more control over creating remixes. Sure, I could hop on over to Serato Studios to produce tracks like that but I’d rather learn how it’s done manually before I let a computer handle it 🤷🏼‍♀️

I also really like the tactile notch that “clicks” in the middle on the tempo control slider, which is absent on the Mixtrack Pro FX. It’s a great quality of life improvement that simply always me to beat match faster without taking my eyes off the screen.

Thank you Crossfader for the video. Your content is super helpful and informative. I appreciate that your advertising plugs are always short and professional! Caio ❤

[snoopykai]

Thanks Jamie another excellent review as always Really appreciate your reviews, Really Nice controller.

[victoranderson]

Can I ask you as I need to know if you can manual loop on the NUMARK NS4FX as I can't find how to do it rather than auto loop. Please Explain. Thanks in advance

[djblack_eagle]

How does this compare to the Roland 707M?

[imaniinternational]

Question.. Are there any upgrades (Firmware) for the NS4FX? Everything is lagging on my NS4FX - scratching, cue pads, sound FX all delayed!

[csababodi]

As I see on this controller, the same problem can be found on it like my Platinum FX. The selected pad function button has almost the same bright light like the others. Could you please inform about this problem the Numark? I did that, but nothing has changed... :(

[sadboolean]

Can anyone comment on the performance pads and jogs? On the mixtrack platinum fx (2 channel version) the pads are not very responsive, they require a hard press. The jogs are also heavy and not ideal for scratching, and the led marker indicator is very laggy delayed—has numark fixed this?

[djgingecoldwell]

I'd use Virtual DJ 2021, to get access to all channels and all features, however, I've got the NS6 ll, the best controller, I've ever owned, always hoped that Numark may have moved to an NS6 lll, and tided up some weak point's on the MK2. like the Microphone control, and placing a switch on it, like the NS4 had (I wore that controller out), and also put a digital Microphone that would run through too DJ software, So that you can stream and record, I use a Focusrite Scarlett for streaming my sets, maybe this feature is similar on the NS4 FX to what I'd love to see on an NS6 lll (If they ever build one)

However, I do like the look of the looping buttons on the NS4FX, I'd like to see similar on an NS6 lll, however, I bet Virtual DJ would unlock the control in the due cause, I did, unfortunately, purchase a Pioneer DDJ FLX6 (i was not impressed) as a backup controller while the NS6 ll was in for repair, however, Virtual DJ did a fantastic job of mapping all effects on the DDJ FLX6 including the big Magic Button or the "Get Out Of Jail Big Button " control.

I'm still wondering why Numark stopped the production of the NS6 ll, after such a short production run and seemed to move more toward more budget and mid-level controllers and streaming stand-alone?


Just another point to note my Numark NS6 ll cost me 500 euros in 2019, if you want one now, I've seen them online for sale now at $1500, three times their original price, I wish Numark would move back toward flagship models.

Great Review,

Best Wishes from Zakynthos Greece

[boardtopieces]

Thanks for the great review Jamie! I currently have a NS6 II so not really an upgrade for me but the paddles and dedicated loop controls (and price) make it a worthwhile purchase. You didn’t comment on the build quality; I’m going to assume it’s more like the Platinum FX than NS6 II? Thanks again

[djcvmusic]

A video with the best old cheap 4 channels controllers would be great too

[alifianalrozaqzakaria]

Im the user of Numark Axis 2 (CDJ) and Numark Matrix 2 Mixer, im the mobile DJ too. I think i need this controller because Numark give a Cheap Price but with Professional Features like Build In XLR Output, if i buy this, i dont need a converter from RCA to XLR and also its a Lightweight to bring it anywhere.

[darknessinthewhite]

If you apply an fx will it be applied for all 4 decks or the deck you are currently?