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Numark Mixtrack Pro

The Numark Mixtrack Pro is functionally identical to the :ref:`Numark Mixtrack <numark-mixtrack>`, but includes a built-in USB audio interface.

This model has been discontinued and was succeeded by the :ref:`Numark Mixtrack Pro 3 <numark-mixtrack-pro-3>`.

.. versionadded:: 1.8.2

.. versionchanged:: 2.5.x

Overview

The Mixtrack Pro combines traditional two-deck controls with an integrated sound card for main and headphone outputs.

It is compatible with Mixxx and supports plug-and-play operation on most systems.

Audio Interface

Typical configuration in Mixxx:

  • Channels 1–2: Master output (stereo)
  • Channels 3–4: Headphones (cue/PFL) (stereo)

Mapping Description

Numark Mixtrack Pro (schematic view)

Numark Mixtrack Pro (schematic view)

  1. :hwlabel:`USB`: Sends and receives control information between the controller and the computer.

  2. :hwlabel:`TREBLE`: Adjusts the high-frequency range of the channel.

  3. :hwlabel:`MID`: Adjusts the mid-frequency range.

    Advanced alternative mapping available at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  4. :hwlabel:`BASS`: Adjusts the low-frequency range.

  5. :hwlabel:`CUE` (round button): "PFL". Sends pre-fader audio to the cue channel for headphone monitoring.

    Advanced alternative mapping available at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  6. :hwlabel:`CUE GAIN`: Adjusts the cue channel volume.

  7. :hwlabel:`CUE MIX`: Blends cue and master signals in the headphone output.

    Turn fully left to hear only the cue signal; fully right to hear only the master mix.

  8. :hwlabel:`BROWSE`: Turn and press. Turn the knob to scroll through tracks in the library.

    • In File mode (see 9), press to load the highlighted track into the first stopped deck.
    • In Folder mode (see 9), scroll library, press to unfold item.

  9. :hwlabel:`BACK`: Toggles the browse knob between folder navigation and track list modes (indicated by the FOLDER or FILE LEDs).

  10. :hwlabel:`LOAD A` / :hwlabel:`LOAD B`: Loads the selected track into Deck 1 (A) or Deck 2 (B).

May be works only if the deck is stopped depending by :menuselection:`Preferences --> Deck --> Loading a track, when deck is playing`.
Resets rate/pitch to 0% on load (regardless of slider position).*

  1. :hwlabel:`A GAIN` / :hwlabel:`B GAIN` fader: Adjusts the channel volume.

  2. :hwlabel:`MASTER GAIN` fader: Controls the overall output volume.

  3. CROSSFADER: Blends audio between Decks 1 and 2.

  4. JOG WHEEL:

    • While stopped: scrubs through the track.
    • With :hwlabel:`SCRATCH` mode on: the top surface scratches (supports backspin); the edge nudges rate.
    • With :hwlabel:`SCRATCH` mode off: nudges rate while playing.

    Advanced alternative mapping available at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  5. :hwlabel:`SCRATCH`: Toggles Scratch Mode (LED on when active).

  6. :hwlabel:`PLAY / PAUSE`: Starts or pauses playback.

    LED on = playing; LED off = stopped.

    Advanced alternative mapping available at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  7. :hwlabel:`STUTTER`: Repositions the BeatGrid for better synchronization.

    LED blinks at each beat of the grid.

  8. :hwlabel:`CUE` (rectangular button):

    • When paused: sets the cue point.
    • When playing: returns to the cue point and pauses.

    Hold to play from the cue point temporarily; releasing returns to the cue point.

    If :hwlabel:`PLAY` is pressed before releasing, playback continues.

    LED blinks on beats during the last 30 seconds of the track.

    Avoid setting cue points too close to the end of the track.

  9. :hwlabel:`SYNC`: Matches tempo and phase to the other deck.

    If the other deck is stopped, only tempo is synced (not phase).

    LED acts as peak indicator.

    :hwlabel:`SHIFT` (24) + :hwlabel:`SYNC` : resets pitch to 0%.

  10. RATE FADER: Controls playback speed.

    LED lights near 0%.

    Soft-takeover prevents sudden jumps when hardware/software values differ.

  11. :hwlabel:`PITCH BEND` (– / +): Operation depends on :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  12. :hwlabel:`KEYLOCK`: preserve key (pitch) on playback speed changes.

  13. HOT CUE BUTTONS (1-3):

    Printed as :hwlabel:`EQ KILL`: :hwlabel:`BASS`, :hwlabel:`MID`, :hwlabel:`TREBLE`.

    • Unlit: press to assign a hot cue at the current position.
    • Lit: press to jump to the stored cue point.

    :hwlabel:`SHIFT` (24) + HOTCUE: clears the hot cue.

  14. :hwlabel:`SHIFT`: also printed as :hwlabel:`DELETE`, :hwlabel:`VIEW`, :hwlabel:`TICK`.

    • Enables secondary button functions (LED on).
    • Deactivates automatically after one use.

    Combinations:

    Advanced Alternative Mapping is avaible at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  15. :hwlabel:`EFFECT`: Toggle current FX on the current channel.

    Advanced Alternative Mapping is avaible at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  16. EFFECT :hwlabel:`SELECT`: Turn to scroll through enabled effects, in Mixxx :menuselection:`Preferences --> Effects --> Visible effects`, and load on-the-fly.

    • Press to reset to default the Quick Effect Super knob.
    • On the left deck: press, hold, and turn to adjust the Waveform Zoom.

  17. LEFT EFFECT :hwlabel:`CONTROL`: Adjusts the MetaKnob.

    RIGHT EFFECT :hwlabel:`CONTROL`: Adjusts Mix (dry/wet) knob for FX.

  18. MODE: Switches between :hwlabel:`AUTO` Loop and :hwlabel:`MANUAL` Loop modes.

    Auto Loop Mode (LED off):

    Manual Mode (LED on):

    :hwlabel:`SHIFT` (24) + MODE: toggles Quantize (recommended for manual looping).

    Panic or clear: :hwlabel:`SHIFT` (24) + :hwlabel:`RELOOP`: clears loop (loop_remove).

    Advanced alternative mapping available at :ref:`mapping-settings`.

  19. :hwlabel:`OUTPUT 1`: See :ref:`audio-interface`.

  20. :hwlabel:`OUTPUT 2`: See :ref:`audio-interface`.

  21. :hwlabel:`HEADPHONES`: See :ref:`audio-interface`.

  22. :hwlabel:`MIC GAIN`: Controls the microphone level sent to the main mix.

  23. :hwlabel:`MIC THROUGH`: See :ref:`audio-interface`.

Mapping Settings

Check in Mixxx: :menuselection:`Preferences --> Controllers --> MixTrack Pro --> Mapping Settings`.

The following advanced or alternative mappings are available:

  • Play/Pause performs Brake and Soft Start when “SCRATCH LED” is on. Requires Mixxx ≥ 2.6.

  • Edit Loop by Touch-Wheel: If Scratch LED is off and a loop is active, touching the wheel top, then rotate forward for starting the editing of Loop-IN or rotate backward for Loop-OUT point.

  • PITCH BEND buttons: follow options available.

    • Rate temp up/down: fine temporarily adjusts playback speed (press and hold).
    • Beat jump (Default): beat jump, value by Mixxx. Hold + Wheel for fast moving on track.
    • Pitch-Key up/down: changes key of track.

  • Quick Effect Super knob on MID knob: Enables the Quick-Effect super knob (Filter by default) on the MID knob when this modifier is active.

    Options:

    • None (disabled)
    • CUE (PFL) (default)
    • SHIFT (VIEW / TICK / DELETE)
    • EFFECT

  • Scratch Sensibility: default 600.

Known Problems

  • The pitch faders on the controller have a very short run, making high-range (+/–10%) adjustments less precise. A ±8% range is recommended.
  • Knobs and sliders may need to be moved after Mixxx startup to synchronize hardware and software positions.

Compatibility

  • Works on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
  • USB Audio Class compliant (no driver required on macOS or Linux).
  • Tested with Mixxx 2.5, 2.6 and later.

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