DJkidMT setup

[djkidmt]

evolution of my personal dj experience. Started with ableton and needed something more hands on and eventually spiralled to vinyl and DVS.

[djkidmt]

Xone 4d
Electrovoice Live X PA

[djkidmt]

Got some Numark tt200 decks

[djkidmt]

Had to get Technics. The numarks drift way way too much.

[djkidmt]

[djkidmt]

Replaced the 4d and 1200's with a Rane 56s, Audio4Dj, MF Pro Beat Masher

[djkidmt]

needed a more efficient midi controller as i hate touching and staring at my computer when i play shows. the DJM-T1 is a very under-rated mixer you literally do not have to ever look at your computer. as with all pioneer stuff it lacks the warm soulful sound of Allen & Heath equipment. the DJM-t1 is way to practical is worth the minor loss in sound quality.

[jezalenko]

The DJM-T1 is a very under-rated mixer you literally do not have to ever look at your computer.

I dont think any-one ever said that, the main criticism of the mixer was that it was over-priced.

However, as you've gone and bought one, do you think it's worth the cash? i think most people thought that an X1 plus conventional scratch mixer was better value....

[djkidmt]

its def worth the cash and you can get them under 1200 pretty easy

[jezalenko]

Fair nuff, however in Australia where I am, you'd be looking at $1700 for the DJM-T1. The maths is looking pretty average as you can build a similiar set-up with:

Mixer - (A&H Xone 22) - $450
Software control (Kontrol X1) - $250
Software & soundcard - (TSP2) - $700
Total: $1400

Pioneer DJM-T1 - $1700
TSP2 upgrade - $300
Total: $2000

(note: all prices in AUD)

I guess you pay for convenience though, as the DJM-T1 is an all in one, where as the alternative is moduluar - which is a pain to set up in a hurry, however the modular set-up means you can take it into a club.

Pros and cons to both I guess, as long as you're happy with what you've got. Personally though, I'd spend the leftover $600 in music or more gear!