Controller… still can't decide

What software are you most comfortable with? I would start there and make list of what controllers work with the software you like the most and has jog wheels, then try to narrow it down to 2-3 choices. Then, if you still can’t decide, post again with the 2-3 you have narrowed it down to.

By the way, if you have a S8; then I’m guessing you are using Traktor. If you are, why not go to the S4. It’s similar enough to the S8 that you probably won’t notice too much of a difference, you get the jog wheels you want and you don’t have to change software.

If you want to switch to Serato, then your choices multiply. There’s a few posts on the forums about the Denon MC6000MK2. You may want to take closer look at it. It has 4 channel mixer, jog wheels, is still portable and has plenty of functionality. Plus it retails for around £400 – £500.

If you want to scratch, don’t get a controller that’s not made for Traktor and use it with Traktor. The jogs just aren’t as tight. I use a DDJ-SR with Traktor but scratching is waaay better on Serato DJ or the new Rekordbox DJ. The S4 doesn’t have these problems. I’m not saying Native Instruments broke it on purpose, but they probably did.