Used DJM-800 or New DJM-900 NXS ?

[Shishdisma]

Well I have the DB4 so I can't speak too well to the DB2 on this, but what exactly is crippled about the EQ modes? I thought they functioned the same on the DB2 as the DB4. Anyway I spent $2100 on my DB4 so shop around if you do go that route.

The EQ modes are a global setting in the menu rather than a per-channel switch. Not only do you have to use the screen to switch between them, you can't really blend between them with the matrix.

[djproben]

The EQ modes are a global setting in the menu rather than a per-channel switch. Not only do you have to use the screen to switch between them, you can't really blend between them with the matrix.

Makes sense. Personally wouldn't be an issue for me - I use filter mixing all the time these days - but that's definitely a limitation compared to the DB4.

[Northrider23]

If going pioneer consider the refurbished products. I think a 900 nexus = $1200 with some minor warranty. Look it up on their site.

[bassgoesmeow]

all of their top end mixer/cdjs are sold out (refurbished). been out for weeks. i check everyday, maybe 30-50 times a day. im a freak. a super freak. super freaky.

[MaxOne]

The fx on a db4 might be more subtle but I'm not mad into fx anyway.

Also you might get really masterful on using the db4 fx but you'll almost never be able to use that skill in a club because you will never find a db4 in a club.

IMO better to master what the djm900 fx offers because that can be replicated in a club.

Also if I was mad into fx I'd want a rmx1000 so i could bring that with me to clubs and the db4 doesn't have send return even.

It's all just opinions at the end of the day but mine is that a DJM 900 is the most relevant mixer to own for pro / aspiring club djs at home

[Audeo]

I say DJM900NXS. Industry standard, quantized FX, Traktor Scratch certified and awesome built-in soundcard.

[MaxOne]

OP let us know what u go for

[drenkel]

OP let us know what u go for

I ordered the 900. I'll post up an opinion when it gets here.

If it was a personal mixer I may have went to check out the db4 you guys talk about, seems like a lot of people giving it great reviews.

Fact of the matter is that any DJ we bring in should have experience with the pioneer mixers. I wouldn't get a mixer that people might not be familiar with because it might limit what they would do while working.

In addition the pro link on the nexus looks really cool. Tight integration with our cdjs and rekordbox software. Reads the bpms from the cdjs and quantize the effects without tapping. That's a win in my book.

Thanks for the opinions guys.

[Bassline Brine]

^^^ really interested in your choice there.

I'm currently debating buying a nicer mixer at the moment because I find that I have more of a need of one. It'd be nice to practice on at home, and then I've also been bringing my 1200's out to more shows recently.

Currently I'm looking at the Xone 92, DJM-800 or DJM-900. I don't use Traktor, so the soundcard is pretty moot for me. I'd think about the rane 68, but it almost seems like complete overkill and something completely different than what people are used to using in clubs. It's still a thought on my mind though.

Did you go with the 900 just because it's the Pioneer and most people are familiar with them? And once you get it, let us know how you like it. I've spun on all sorts of mixers at this point (can't stand rotary mixers- but that's a totally different story) and it's tough deciding what to get.

I don't use many FX myself (at all) but it just might be partially because I don't have a mixer with them, and I haven't had enough time on a fancy mixer to fuck about with them and get to use them correctly. It's one of those things I don't feel comfortable using out unless I've had hours to mess about with it at home, one reason I'm leaning toward the Pioneer offerings.

Not to derail the thread, but would love to hear some input.

[Shishdisma]

^^^ really interested in your choice there.

I'm currently debating buying a nicer mixer at the moment because I find that I have more of a need of one. It'd be nice to practice on at home, and then I've also been bringing my 1200's out to more shows recently.

Currently I'm looking at the Xone 92, DJM-800 or DJM-900. I don't use Traktor, so the soundcard is pretty moot for me. I'd think about the rane 68, but it almost seems like complete overkill and something completely different than what people are used to using in clubs. It's still a thought on my mind though.

Did you go with the 900 just because it's the Pioneer and most people are familiar with them? And once you get it, let us know how you like it. I've spun on all sorts of mixers at this point (can't stand rotary mixers- but that's a totally different story) and it's tough deciding what to get.

I don't use many FX myself (at all) but it just might be partially because I don't have a mixer with them, and I haven't had enough time on a fancy mixer to fuck about with them and get to use them correctly. It's one of those things I don't feel comfortable using out unless I've had hours to mess about with it at home, one reason I'm leaning toward the Pioneer offerings.

Not to derail the thread, but would love to hear some input.

Do you scratch and/or use SSL?

If yes -> Sixty-One/Two

If no -> DJM-850