I remember the first time someone asked me to run a mixing board. How on earth is anyone not supposed to be overwhelmed by all those knobs and sliders? It is actually not as hard as it seems. Any audio mixer essentially offers the same controls over and over again depending on how many channels it hold. Beyond each channel, there are some common settings that you'll find on … [Read more...] about How to Run and Use a Music Mixing Board
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Rane Seventy-Two DJ Mixer Review
We had a chance to get an in-depth look and feel of this at NAMM, so today we took the time to review the Rane Seventy-Two DJ mixer, all new for this year. We all know that Rane brand name when it comes to DJ gear -- they've been synonymous with spinning since it first became a popular hobby and profession for many. We remember watching scribble jam in the 90's and seeing that … [Read more...] about Rane Seventy-Two DJ Mixer Review
The Top 10 Best Audio Mixers for the Money
When it comes to blending some sounds together to create beautiful masterpieces for others (and yourself, of course) to enjoy, grabbing a solid audio mixer will always be a wise investment. We've seen a wide range of musician's and performers use mixers for quite a few applications: some DJ's and MC's, other musicians who perform live (who may as well be attempting to build … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Best Audio Mixers for the Money
Akai MIDIMix Portable Mixer Review
Whenever one of our favorite brands, and in this case Akai Professional come out with a new piece of gear, we have to see what it's all about. When we first saw the pictures of the new concoction, we were a bit taken back it wasn't just another MIDI keyboard or drum pad controller. Here we've got a smaller, simpler solution for mixing and controlling certain mix-like features … [Read more...] about Akai MIDIMix Portable Mixer Review
The Top 10 Best DJ Mixers in the Market
As a DJ, the obvious centerpiece of your setup is the mixer. You can have the best turntables, well-practiced set and great-quality records or playlist out there, but without a slick and full-functioning mixer, you will definitely not be able to reach your prime any time soon. Whether you're learning how to DJ or are already an existing spinner who needs to upgrade, today we … [Read more...] about The Top 10 Best DJ Mixers in the Market