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Yep you can get the Terminal Mix bundled with full-fat Serato DJ. I haven’t seen better (non-spinning) platters for scratching.

I’m looking at creating a little studio space, but floor stands aren’t really feasible due to the space, which is why I asked the question. Got some pads to go underneath the speakers so will try and rig up some shelves. Can probably get hold of some Soborthane feet which should do the trick.

Thanks for your help.

Is it really a bad idea to place monitors on the desk (using foam pads)?

Get in touch with 2twenty2 (i’m assuming you’re in the UK) – http://www.2twenty2.com/index.php?p=contactus

Can’t really say much about the 4Trak as I’ve never used one but the Terminal Mix is a very sturdy 4 channel controller, which works great with Traktor or VDJ (a skin is available). The jogwheels are excellent, particularly if you’re learning to scratch. It’s bus powered meaning no additional PSU (if that’s a plus?), you can plug in 1 extra sound source (line/phono), but it can’t be used as a standalone mixer like the Numark. It also opens you up to the world of Serato which will give you tighter jogwheel control.

The master knob is analogue i.e. it only controls the volume of the soundcard.

The mic is most likely routed straight to the master output and therefore has no interaction with the software. Recording internally means that it doesn’t pick up the mic signal. Some controllers allow you to route the mic through the software (usually a switch next to the input). If yours does, you need to route it through deck C or D as a live input.