Buying a used Mixer: XONE 22 VS Pioneer DJM 250 VS ???
Hey all,
This is my first thread, so if I’m breaking any rules/conventions, feel more than free to correct me! Now, on to the matter at hand..
I’m looking to buy a 2 channel mixer. As for now, I mainly want one to hook up my turntable>>mixer>>yamaha HS8 monitors. However, ultimately (soon), I plan on buying a 2nd turntable so it should also be well-suited for mixing. Some points of attention..
-No preference for anything particular, although balanced (XLR) outputs are a must (to connect directly into my active speakers)
-Budget is €200 max - I’d like to go for something inbetween the 120-200ish range, and I’d prefer to go used
-I mainly listen to electronic stuff, techno, house, etcetera, if it makes a difference
-Willing to go and actually prefer used
-Models I’m currently looking at:
–A&H XONE 22 (Currently looking at a used one for €150)
–A&H XONE 23 (arguably, It’ll cost me a little over €200)
–Pioneer DJM 250
-I’m using vinyl, if it makes a difference
-I’d prefer a simple unit, so no fancy effects etcetera.. Just something with the basic features that’ll do the job
-Bedroom mixing, for now haha
I’ve had both the Xone 22 and the DJM 250. I prefer the DJM because of the flaws of the 22. There is a filter pop with the xone 22 but the filters are arguably better than the DJM. Also the headphone cue system is better articulated in the DJM.
Quote Originally Posted by Kwal View Post
Do you prefer your DJM250 over the Xone22?
I think after it’s all said and done, Yes…
I got the 250 for 184 with free 3 day shipping (Pcnation). Although it lacks a booth out and the filters aren’t as nice as the xone’s…It doesn’t have the filter pop the xone has and I dont have to open it to switch the outputs from phono to line. ALSO the headphone cue system is much better sorted out. The xone’s layout also felt a bit “tight” to me.
Speaking from experience?
Could you elaborate? I’ve posted this thread on various fora and there seems to be a general consensus in that the Ecler is a real proper unit. However, it’s also a little above my price range (new €300, can’t seem to find any used ones).. I’m also currently looking at a used XONE 22 for €150.
What’s wisdom?
I was going to buy a AH xone22 then at the last minute I got a pioneer djm 800. the thing to know is that the xone 22 is made from the same parts as there super expensive mixers. I think the pioneer djm 250 has a digital converter so its CD quality. they both have balanced XLR. honestly I would go with the djm 250 unless you want a FX send and return. these mixers compete with each other. the djm 250 has a lot of auxiliary inputs though. any way when I first herd my djm 800 I was so happy with it.
Also, a little edit: Are the differences between these that noteworthy or will I be pretty much settled with any of these?
The XONE 22 seems a little out of favour here yet I’m currently looking at a used one for €150 and I feel like jumping on it. Should I do it or is it worth it to wait a little longer and see what pops up?
Buying a used Mixer: XONE 22 VS Pioneer DJM 250 VS ???
I had a djm250. It’s alright for its price bracket. Filters per channel is a touch. The feel and sound quality of the 22 will probs be better tho.
Also I think if you’re playing vinyl keep it all analogue and go with the xone. Should sound lovely as same spec as a xone 92 in terms of audio quality I believe. The djm250 doesn’t sound anywhere near as good as the djm900 that I have now… Pioneer don’t even claim it will
Personally, quirks aside, I say quirks, not flaws as yes there is a slight pop on the filter, though I’d say I rarely notice it, seems more noticeable when you have wild button pressed, which i never do, lack of on/off switch, easily sorted with a an extension that has switches on.
The Xone:22, it is a fantastic sounding little mixer, the eq’s hands down beat pioneer, the phono pre amps sound brilliant, and personally I can’t stand the little pioneer, well actually all pioneer gear.
