S4 or denon mc6000
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March 1, 2012 at 7:57 pm #15983
Rick
ParticipantI had the same dilemma. This has been asked a number of times but the answer, as ever is down to personal choice. You need to research online as to which one YOU think will fit your workflow best.
They are both top end flagship devices and they are both highly capable units which will serve any DJ well.
The Denon is slightly smaller (some say too small) and therefore can feel a little cramped (to some).Although this makes it a lot more portable than the S4.
The S4 is larger (some say too large for a controller that is supposed to be portable) but is well laid out and does not feel cramped.
The Denon does not come with full software so will need to be upgraded to get the best out of it (at more cost)
The S4 comes with full software and is made by the same manufacturer as the software so is 100% compatible straight out of the box.If you can, call in to a DJ / music store and get “hands on”.
I was tempted by the Denon, but after months of debating which one to go for, I chose the S4.
Personal choice. Plenty of others have gone through the same decision and I bet its evenly split between the two truthfully.Whichever you buy you will not be disappointed.
March 1, 2012 at 8:21 pm #1003167Papa Bear
MemberI have become a complete Denon fanboy, since I bought my Denon setup around christmas.
Build quality is better IMHO because it is fashioned of metal and feels really heavy duty.
But, agreeingly, the spaces between knobs and buttons sometimes seem a bit tight-
try them is the best I can suggest. You already have narrowed your choice down on those two so when you feel you’re in a good mood go and hit it!
(or, when you’re from germany or europe, order them at thomann.de or other onlineshops you know take back returns easy, and try them two weeks at home!)If you have questions about the Denon, feel free to ask; though, I gotta admit, DJ Hessler is a real Denon expert 6itch 😉 who knows what he’s talking about 😀
March 1, 2012 at 8:43 pm #15987ParticipantPapa Bear, post: 16060, member: 966 wrote: I have become a complete Denon fanboy, since I bought my Denon setup around christmas.
Build quality is better IMHO because it is fashioned of metal and feels really heavy duty.
But, agreeingly, the spaces between knobs and buttons sometimes seem a bit tight-
try them is the best I can suggest. You already have narrowed your choice down on those two so when you feel you’re in a good mood go and hit it!
(or, when you’re from germany or europe, order them at thomann.de or other onlineshops you know take back returns easy, and try them two weeks at home!)If you have questions about the Denon, feel free to ask; though, I gotta admit, DJ Hessler is a real Denon expert 6itch 😉 who knows what he’s talking about 😀
I have Denon gear and can’t deny they make quality products. I’m sure the latest gear is no exception as well. The S4 is a great product as well, even though its not a metal chassis. If you were to abuse both controllers the same way (eg not put them in padded bags to protect them when transported and just throw them around instead of placing them down), then the Denon gear would undoubtedly outlast the S4. The thing to remember is that if you look after your gear it will be fine.
We know the differences between the controllers (as the question has been asked and answered loads of times). As a new DJ, I doubt you would be bothered that the S4 does not have booth out and is larger and cannot run without a PC. As I see it the S4 is excellent for most applications you would encounter, however if you need more flexibility then the the choice would be the Denon.March 1, 2012 at 8:53 pm #15990MemberRB75, post: 16062, member: 85 wrote: …its not a metal chassis. If you were to abuse both controllers the same way (eg not put them in padded bags to protect them when transported and just throw them around instead of placing them down), then the Denon gear would undoubtedly outlast the S4. The thing to remember is that if you look after your gear it will be fine.
As a new DJ, I doubt you would be bothered that the S4 does not have booth out and is larger and cannot run without a PC. As I see it the S4 is excellent for most applications you would encounter, however if you need more flexibility then the the choice would be the Denon.Yeah, but I just like the feel of the metal and the build quality, you know, gives me a nice feeling everytimee I switch it on.
The features comparison, I also agree, can be looked up all over the internet, especially those two (and together with the Vestax VCI-400) will have been compared all over the web.He should download the Phil’s controller guide … btw, Phil, if you read this, why not post a download link somewhere here in the forum for all the newies who have not come to get the facebook action? 😉
March 1, 2012 at 10:19 pm #15993Andri95
MemberHey, great response guys, thanks 😀 A friend told me I should buy th numark ns6, what do you think about it compared to the other models ?
March 2, 2012 at 6:32 am #16017Pär Hessler
ParticipantAndri95, post: 16068, member: 1610 wrote: Hey, great response guys, thanks 😀 A friend told me I should buy th numark ns6, what do you think about it compared to the other models ?
The Numark NS6 is a NO GO if you think about using it with Traktor!
It is an ITCH controller and the layout is for ITCH and therefore not so good for Traktor!
But if you think of using it with ITCH it is qualitywise between Denon MC6000 and NI S4
or in other words a very good controller!About MC6000 vs S4
Native Instruments is a software company that makes Traktor
They have been making hardware for a very few years.
Denon is a hardware company that has made hardware for over 100years!
That is one of the reasons that the Denon MC6000 has IMO a significant better quality
in hardware sound and feel. The s4 is a great unit but the MC6000 is made of better hardware.
And yes you will have to upgrade the software but in sweden if you get an MC6000 + upgrade
you still have money left if you compare to the price of the S4.http://www.denondjforums.com/denonforums/viewtopic.php?f=55&t=13519
And ofcause you need to go to a store and test wich one suets you the best.
However you choce you will get a great unit, all three is in the top segment IMOMarch 3, 2012 at 12:14 am #16054Paul Hill
Participantwell im sick off agreeing with dj hessler but again he’s spot on.denon does it everytime.but im a serato junkie with t.tables so i can use it has a standalone mixer as well as a pc bit of kit.don’t think this has been emphasised enough.if your lappy goes tits up the denon has a plan b as long as you have the leads and hardware.eg turntables or a denon dn5000 cdj
plus denon are doing a special offer atm.buy the unit and get 1 of these free.a great offer.
see link:below for denon promo:
March 3, 2012 at 9:39 am #16071Participantvineoak, post: 16129, member: 1029 wrote: well im sick off agreeing with dj hessler but again he’s spot on.denon does it everytime.but im a serato junkie with t.tables so i can use it has a standalone mixer as well as a pc bit of kit.don’t think this has been emphasised enough.if your lappy goes tits up the denon has a plan b as long as you have the leads and hardware.eg turntables or a denon dn5000 cdj
plus denon are doing a special offer atm.buy the unit and get 1 of these free.a great offer.
see link:below for denon promo:
Ha Ha. Such a shame I didn’t get one with mine!!
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