So, I've made a couple posts like this before but still haven't found quite what I'm looking for. Before you ask, I have read the DJTT blog post on 2 channel mixers but it's a bit out of date and some new ones have come out since. I'm selling my current controller (MC6000) and getting a 2 channel mixer + audio 4 + X1 to use with my already purchased midi fighter. I believe that will be plenty of control, and I'll finally have the EQ quality of an external setup!
This is what I'm -looking for- in a mixer:
-High Quality EQ sound quality (3 band)
-High quality feeling pots/faders (crossfader doesn't mean anything to me..not a scratch DJ)
-Good LED feedback on the levels so I can get better at manually adjusting gains
-Isolator EQ (full EQ kills on all levels)
-If possible, I'd like filters but it's not necessary
So far, I've narrowed down my search to the following candidates, for which I'll list my pros + cons for each
Xone 22
Pros:
-Has a filter, amazing pot/fader quality, nice EQ curve, and good LED feedback
-price of $270
Cons:
-The dreaded filter pop/static when activating it
-Loud hiss noise coming from left channel on headphone output
DJM 250
Pros:
-dual filter
-isolator EQ
Cons:
-Slightly higher price of $350
-Some people say that pioneer EQ/sound quality isn't that good...thoughts?
-Haven't found any reviews on it, as it's brand new.
Ecler Nuo 2 or 3
Pros:
-Found a used nuo 3 for $250
-high quality sound/pots/faders
-lots of ins and outs
-Compact
Cons:
-I'm told the mid-range EQ is really wide, making the high and low EQ less important...thoughts?
-no filters
Rane TTM56
Pros:
-Rane is known for immensely high quality, even if bought 2nd hand
-I've heard the EQ curve is -really- nice on these...opinions?
Cons:
-High Price...I've found a couple used for below 500 but it's more than I was looking to spend
-no balanced XLR out
So that's all I've got to say about those mixers, and my current needs. I'm looking for some feedback guys! Whether it's an opinion on one of the units I just mentioned, or a suggestion on a -different- mixer (keep it to 2 or 3 channels please!) I wanna know what you think! Thanks!
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