DJ Paul Oakenfold FLABBERGASTED At Paris Hilton's 'Top 5 DJ' Claim

World class DJ Paul Oakenfold not only scoffs at Paris Hilton's claim she's one of the top 5 DJs in the world ... he can't believe she had the audacity to say it!

Oakenfold -- who many consider the godfather of electronic music -- was in disbelief that anyone -- including Paris -- would put herself at the top of the heap.

But top 5 is subjective -- Fact is Paris IS in demand. She performs all over the world including Ibiza -- and we're told she makes up to $350,000 an hour.

So, we gotta ask ...