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Mackie DXF-6 is all we need; effects built in, plenty of channels and only about $189

I luuuurve my DFX6! See the other thread in the Tech section....everyone Disses it....

I just found this on ebay:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... EL:US:1123

I know a few here like the Yamaha mixer, so i figured I post this here. It's a good price for a new one.

I bought from this guy before and everything was ok.

Just FYI for whom it might be from interest.

Is the extra $100 worth it for the Yamaha compression or should it be put towards a separate compressor?

- Jonn

We put compressors on two of our systems (for the screamers), and I hate them. I unplug them regularly, because they change the sound coming through the mics very dramatically, in general.

birdofsong @ Sun Jan 10, 2010 3:02 pm wrote:

We put compressors on two of our systems (for the screamers), and I hate them. I unplug them regularly, because they change the sound coming through the mics very dramatically, in general.

Your problem is either 1) really, really cheap compressors; or 2) user error.

I'm betting it's #2, as I use pretty cheap Behringer MDX2600/MDX4600s for bands on vocals and instrument channels. Yes, if I apply 20dB of gain reduction, it does start to sound harsh; but you probably shouldn't be doing that.

If you don't learn how to use a tool correctly, it's not going to give you good results.

Author:	huskysglare [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 4:38 pm ]
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Hi, I need help finding a good karaoke mixer. I have the DA-5800RX by vocal pro, but it pretty much sucks. I also looked at the vocopro DA 10x Pro, i heard it's pretty good. do you guys know anything about these mixers? Please share with me one of your favorite mixers. Thanks guys, K

Author:	c. staley [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 6:34 pm ]
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Mackie DXF-6 is all we need; effects built in, plenty of channels and only about $189

Author:	rogerniner [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 6:58 pm ]
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c. staley @ Fri Jan 08, 2010 6:34 pm wrote: Mackie DXF-6 is all we need; effects built in, plenty of channels and only about $189 Agreed, plus they are drunk proof. Had one with a whole beer spilt in the mixer, still works perfectly!

Author:	Wiggly Dave [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 7:01 pm ]
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Author:	Wiggly Dave [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 7:02 pm ]
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I luuuurve my DFX6! See the other thread in the Tech section....everyone Disses it....

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Author:	lyquiddye [ Fri Jan 08, 2010 7:28 pm ]
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I use a Yamaha MG 16/4 there is a newer similar one avail it don't know it's exact model #

Author:	Lonman [ Sat Jan 09, 2010 2:45 am ]
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Wiggly Dave @ Fri Jan 08, 2010 8:02 pm wrote: I luuuurve my DFX6! See the other thread in the Tech section....everyone Disses it.... Well not everyone 'disses' it. The DFX series is a good little board, does not have their best preamps in the channel circuitry, so not as quiet as they could be, but i'd take it any day over any Behringer model - meven if they paid me to endorse! The Mackie ProFX might be what you are confusing with the dissing as it's USB recording capability is supposedly very noisy.,

Author:	tovmod [ Sat Jan 09, 2010 6:15 am ]
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see if this helps. it's a fantastic deal! Sevarin @ Sat Dec 12, 2009 12:10 pm wrote: I just found this on ebay: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?Vi ... EL:US:1123 I know a few here like the Yamaha mixer, so i figured I post this here. It's a good price for a new one. I bought from this guy before and everything was ok. Just FYI for whom it might be from interest.

Author:	huskysglare [ Sat Jan 09, 2010 10:47 am ]
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What about the ProFx8? is that a good choice? I heard that the USB makes some sort of noise, but i think the latest is from a diff manufacturer and may have solved the problem. The latest ProFX8 is on pre-order and is released at the end of the month. What do you guys think? How does that compares to the yamaha? http://www.americanmusical.com/Item--i- ... dium=feed&

Author:	classickaraoke [ Sun Jan 10, 2010 8:35 am ]
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I'm comparing the Mackie (which looks very nice) to the Yamaha MG124CX. I don't really need all the inputs on the Yamaha but it does have built in compression. Is the extra $100 worth it for the Yamaha compression or should it be put towards a separate compressor? - Jonn

Author:	Moonrider [ Sun Jan 10, 2010 10:54 am ]
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classickaraoke @ Sun Jan 10, 2010 11:35 am wrote: Is the extra $100 worth it for the Yamaha compression or should it be put towards a separate compressor? - Jonn I personally opt for the external unit. 99 bucks will get you an Alesis 3630 dual channel rack unit, which is far more versatile than the one knob channel compressors on the Yamaha.

Author:	birdofsong [ Sun Jan 10, 2010 12:02 pm ]
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We put compressors on two of our systems (for the screamers), and I hate them. I unplug them regularly, because they change the sound coming through the mics very dramatically, in general. Unless you have a daily problem with screamers, and you're not manning your controls most of the time to keep someone from blowing out your speakers, I'd skip the built-in compressor. birdofsong

Author:	jeffsw6 [ Sun Jan 10, 2010 12:27 pm ]
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birdofsong @ Sun Jan 10, 2010 3:02 pm wrote: We put compressors on two of our systems (for the screamers), and I hate them. I unplug them regularly, because they change the sound coming through the mics very dramatically, in general. Your problem is either 1) really, really cheap compressors; or 2) user error. I'm betting it's #2, as I use pretty cheap Behringer MDX2600/MDX4600s for bands on vocals and instrument channels. Yes, if I apply 20dB of gain reduction, it does start to sound harsh; but you probably shouldn't be doing that. If you don't learn how to use a tool correctly, it's not going to give you good results.

Author:	hometownkj [ Mon Jan 11, 2010 4:32 am ]
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I have great results with my Mackie CFX ... a little spendy, but a workhorse.

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Author:	letitrip [ Mon Jan 11, 2010 6:50 am ]
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jeffsw6 @ Sun Jan 10, 2010 2:27 pm wrote: birdofsong @ Sun Jan 10, 2010 3:02 pm wrote: We put compressors on two of our systems (for the screamers), and I hate them. I unplug them regularly, because they change the sound coming through the mics very dramatically, in general. Your problem is either 1) really, really cheap compressors; or 2) user error. I'm betting it's #2, as I use pretty cheap Behringer MDX2600/MDX4600s for bands on vocals and instrument channels. Yes, if I apply 20dB of gain reduction, it does start to sound harsh; but you probably shouldn't be doing that. If you don't learn how to use a tool correctly, it's not going to give you good results. Unfortunately I've got to second Jeff on this one, I too believe it is user error. Compressors are your best friend when used correctly (There's a reason you'll find stacks of them in any pro touring rig). However, when not used properly they become your worst nightmare. I'd suggest reading up on them and their use and trying them again.