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I originally started out with that same Numark package and yes, it isn't all it is cracked up to be. If you are a total noob, the set will work fine until you master the fundamentals and understand the basics of dj'ing. However, you will need to upgrade. Someone else mentioned about the gear lasting for a year, and that is pretty damn accurate. I upgraded my Numark set a good year after I bought it primarily due to feeling limited on what I could do and also feeling like I had outgrown the equipment. This could vary, of course, but expect an upgrade period like this if you happen to get very much into the dj'ing activity. I can now say I'm the proud owner of a set of Technics and a Vestax mixer and I have yet to feel limited after a year now of owning them too.
If you still want to get the Battlepak, I'd advise you to invest in some decent headphones right off the bat because the ones included are complete shit and won't do any justice. The mixer is your very basic two-channel unit with only two eq knobs. You will be able to work with mixing somewhat, but hardly on a creative level. Look into upgrading your mixer second, as it will start to feel limiting pretty quick. The tables are ok. They are made of plastic and the torque is quite low, so it won't take much pressure to stop the platter. They worked for me then, but now I can't stand them after now owning better tables. The pitch control feels loose and there is some noticeable fluctuation in pitch when beatmatching. Also, the plastic base and parts make the tables seem very cheap and almost childish, like Fisher Price toys. There are no dust covers and the slipmats are the standard felt/velour type. The tone arm is not as intricate as other tables and can't be adjusted too much. As far as the needles go, not much to say here as they will do the job fine.
All in all, the Battlepak is alright and did the job for me, but regardless, I can't recommend it. The reason I say this is because after having used better gear, the whole pack seems too "toyish" and plasticy to be used for dj applications. Not to metion, the design of the tables are absolutely ugly and the two on/off buttons are not needed. I see your other choice is the Stanton package. I have no experience with this or with Stanton tables, but I seriously wanted one of their packages when I first started rather than the Numark set. My parents, however, wouldn't spring for the extra money for a Stanton set. IMO, the Stanton tables look better and more durable than the Numark ones and even at entry-level equipment, I consider Stanton ahead of Numark. Maybe someone else can give you a heads up on your other choice.
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