Well since you like the CDJ look and feel and you want to be “artistic in mixing” , then I suggest that a 4 channel mixer would suit you better than a 2 and give you separate EQ’s for C & D decks whether you’re using them as sample or track decks. This will give you some added flexibility and control, especially if you’re doing mashups etc (which I’m guessing you are). From everything you have said I’d say the controller for you is the DDJ-T1.
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