A note to manufactures of dj equipment from a DJ.
I own a NS7, a 2 channel mixer a pair direct drive turntables. but every controller that has put out after the Numark NS7 lacks the size needed to dj comfotably. Peoples hands are not shrinking, but the units are for some reason I dont like having to squeeze my fingers in so tight to turn dials and push buttons that my hands literally lock up because of how awkward it is to have to keep them clenched up the whole time to mix because of lack of breathing room for my fingers.
Secondly, STOP BUILDING PLASTIC TOYS!!! I expect my equipment to be heavy duty, made of some type of metal chassis...meaning it can take a drop and possibly end up with a dent and actually still have all the ''guts'' {circuit boards} of the unit stay more intact, as opposed to having an entirely plastic unit, and having that take a fall and CRACK!!!goes your casing along with the inside stuff that makes it work. Basically if your going to build something... and want to keep making it better as u formulate new innovations to progress the technology. Please...Protect it.
Djing equipment needs tough to withstand the demands of those who use it hardcore on the daily including the constant traveling and other hazards that come with the territory. And i have many ideas and innovations myself considering the subject. But I am dumbfounded,and a bit angry as to how people want to play on turntables that don't turn. It should be mandatory to have a motor and platters that spin round and round, it gives life to the device as u can see it and the operator working together in motion. I'm sorry...but following lights that go around is not even the same ballpark, and i don't trust that way of playing never have never will & it will never be as precise or easy to see like following the markers i put on vinyl myself. So just add a button to turn platter movement off if u prefer djing on a dull lifeless unit that is basically boring to play on and boring looking that seems the same no matter if it's plugged in or not. I haven't been interested in any products that have been released, and do not plan to purchase any for these reasons. So ante up manufactures because i like djing and equipment but it's no fun if it moves to a point where y'all have lost or forgot the basic building procedure and functionality that makes sense to the people who appreciate the standards that have been set to get to this point, so we can ensure they last just as long as they move on into this newer era of technology that has the same principle no matter what point in time it is. Inspire,dream,dance and have fun with it. I am interested in a research and development position...because those are just simply standards and practices i mentioned. But I got some far out ideas....
