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    Ok so its time for me to get a new mixer. I use traktor and a launchpad to control the basics of traktor.

    Here are some specs i am looking at.

    1. I am looking for a gig worthy so I won't have to lug around all my gear from the studio every week.
    2. a 2 channel mixer would work but a 4 channel is ideal.
    3. no real budget in mind yet, but I do not want an expensive mixer.
    4. something light

    so far the djm 250 and the A&H xone22 are at the top of my list, aswell as a used ddm4000, Any suggestions are greatly appreciated

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    there are a lot of djm250 vs a&h22 floating around.
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22

    your ideal is a 4channel mixer so go for the ddm4000.
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    Quote Originally Posted by arsman View Post
    there are a lot of djm250 vs a&h22 floating around.
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22
    http://forum.djtechtools.com/showthr...djm250+xone+22

    your ideal is a 4channel mixer so go for the ddm4000.
    thanks , i have also added the z1 from NI to the list, granted its more a controller

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    a z1 is also recommended for a simple cheap and lightweight solution as you won't need an external soundcard if you don't have one yet.

    just a laptop and z1 and launchpad is okay.
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    Quote Originally Posted by arsman View Post
    a z1 is also recommended for a simple cheap and lightweight solution as you won't need an external soundcard if you don't have one yet.

    just a laptop and z1 and launchpad is okay.

    lol i have enough soundcards between the various mixers/interfaces i own.

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    Both the DJM 250 and Xone 22 will have better EQ and overall sound+build quality, as well as having decent Filters.
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    Quote Originally Posted by makar1 View Post
    Both the DJM 250 and Xone 22 will have better EQ and overall sound+build quality, as well as having decent Filters.
    This.

    Quote Originally Posted by calgarc View Post
    lol i have enough soundcards between the various mixers/interfaces i own.
    I was stating for a portable set up, no need to bring additional soundcard.
    in that case, go for what you feel is right and try before you buy.
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    well the local music shop will have a nice long visit from me during the day

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    I agree with makar on this one, tbh the ddm4000 has not aged well, fine for home use but i wouldn't use one live. Z1 might suit you fine, or depending on your budget, i could not recommend an x1600 high enough, despite some personal bias
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