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I went and bought a Novation 61 SL, and it's pretty cool.... But the thing is that there's a learning curve involved with the use of this too. so if you're already knee deep in learning other stuff, get something simple. I've had this for months, and barely utilized it because it was too complicated to worry about until recently, when I've had a chance to put some time into getting in tune with it.
Furthermore, it's meant to be a main control surface, so for it to be of use in that role, it's got to be RIGHT in front of you, and the center of your attention. precisely between you and the screen and the speakers. If you have to look to your right or left to get at your knobs and faders, you wont use it. I don't.
If you can get your setup right, and if you've got the time and stamina to learn it right as you get it, then it's worth it. Otherwise, get el-cheapo keyboard with little-to-no functionality. Functionality is only good if you USE it.
To it's credit, however, when I am able to focus on it, the Novation shines. I tried out mapping it to Traktor. It works great. Every control is assigned. the only problem is that all the buttons pots and faders are packed together and look the same, with only the programmable LCD reading off their functionality. Most the time, unfortunately, my focus is on my compy screen. Too far away from my controller.
PRO TIP! Check craigslist or ebay . I bought mine for half price.
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A 37 is well within your price range. I seem to remember that mine was only 400-500 on 
