As the digital DJ market grows increasingly competitive, so does the price of controllers. Even at the recreational level, they can cost a small fortune.
With a bit of shopping savvy, however, you can find the best DJ controllers under 200 without skimping on functionality.
Check out these three excellent controllers below.
Akai APC Mini, $99
For under a hundred bucks, the APC mini offers Akai Pro quality for a fraction of the cost. The APC mini is as compact as it is economical. The USB-powered device makes it ideal for traveling musicians and producers on the go.
The APC mini gives you access to 8 assignable faders and one master fader.
The bold, three-color lighting display is icing on the cake for what is possibly the most affordable and effective Ableton controller on the market.
Akai AFX, $199
From the same family also comes the Akai AFX. While it costs double the APC mini, it also gives you several times the value. The 4-deck FX controller is multifaceted and fuses with Serato DJ for ultimate creative control over the iZotope FX.
The central rotary knob and vibrant LCD screen also make the FX controls very easy to use.
The Akai AFX is the real deal. For $199, it’s one worth capitalizing on.
Traktor Kontrol X1, $199
Competing with the Akai AFX, Traktor’s Kontrol X1 enters the ring at the same price point. The Kontrol is pretty proficient, with its backlit LED indicators and visual feedback. You can control two track decks and two Traktor FX units you choose to assign.
Felix da Housecat gave his seal of approval to the Kontrol X1 by saying, ‘When it comes to mixing old school records with new beats, it used to be impossible, but now with Traktor, I can produce on the fly. All the magic is pretty much right here.’
Conclusion
Investing in the best DJ equipment carries a steep price tag, but with the Akai APC Mini, Akai AFX and Traktor Kontrol 1, you can play at a high level on a low price.
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