There are a few differences between the two, for example, the Pioneer is equipped with their new ‘filter fade’ function which helps to ensure smooth transitions between tracks when using the crossfader. There are also subtle differences in the way the two controllers are laid out; on the Numark the performance pads are situated above the jog wheels, on the Pioneer, they’re below; The mixer section is also subtly different, the Pioneer has a rotary master level where the Mixtrack has a, more traditional, linear fader.