Mixer/controller thoughts and input requested
Mixer/controller thoughts and input requested Posted on: 16.02.2013 by Iraida Linihan Currently do mainly mobile gigs. Parties, wedding etc. I need to upgrade my mixer or add a controller, here is where I was hoping for some input, thoughts and suggestions. I run two laptops for each gig. Both carry the exact same music on them. No CDJ's, do hook the iPhone up every once in a while when I need to download something or stream it. Laptop 1 I use for cocktails, dinner music etc. I use OTSAV, so no midi, no fancy tricks etc. It runs song to song, like clockwork. I know Traktor has 'cruise' mode, but it just isn't as simple and sure proof. Laptop 2 runs traktor. I use it during the 'party' time of the evening s for 80% of what I do. I use internal mixing, using keyboard shortcuts of the mouse. I have been torn between upgrading to a new and better mixer, or moving over to a controller. I had an S4 for a couple of weeks, but hated the mic and the auxillary input for the second computer. Anybody have any thoughts? Current throw around items were: NI Kontrol Z2 Behringer Nox606 Denon x1600 Very different mixers, I know. | |
| Latoria Kavulich 18.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by sdrthedj
lots of video reviews of both these mixers around, check a few out before making your investment. |
| Nana Mohs 17.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by sdrthedj
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| Iraida Linihan 16.02.2013 | Currently do mainly mobile gigs. Parties, wedding etc. I need to upgrade my mixer or add a controller, here is where I was hoping for some input, thoughts and suggestions. I run two laptops for each gig. Both carry the exact same music on them. No CDJ's, do hook the iPhone up every once in a while when I need to download something or stream it. Laptop 1 I use for cocktails, dinner music etc. I use OTSAV, so no midi, no fancy tricks etc. It runs song to song, like clockwork. I know Traktor has 'cruise' mode, but it just isn't as simple and sure proof. Laptop 2 runs traktor. I use it during the 'party' time of the evening s for 80% of what I do. I use internal mixing, using keyboard shortcuts of the mouse. I have been torn between upgrading to a new and better mixer, or moving over to a controller. I had an S4 for a couple of weeks, but hated the mic and the auxillary input for the second computer. Anybody have any thoughts? Current throw around items were: NI Kontrol Z2 Behringer Nox606 Denon x1600 Very different mixers, I know. |
| Iraida Linihan 20.02.2013 | Thanks for the feedback everyone. I have been trying to read as many reviews as possible on all available options. Sound quality is obviously one of the biggest issues. I do like that the Denon has dual mic inputs. It sure does make life easier |
| Latoria Kavulich 18.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by sdrthedj
lots of video reviews of both these mixers around, check a few out before making your investment. |
| Barton Rigazio 17.02.2013 | Z2, it's a real mixer and controller in one! :-) |
| Nana Mohs 17.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by sdrthedj
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| Iraida Linihan 17.02.2013 | Can I use the Denon to mix externally in Traktor? |
| Latoria Kavulich 16.02.2013 | Both the Z2 and X1600 have a lot of midi implementation and soundcards. Of those two i would go for the X1600 ( i have one) as you can mix internally as you mention and route audio in to the same channel etc. |
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