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Ecler Nuo 4 vs DJM 800
After reading the earlier thread on the DJM 800 and its midi capabilities, I'm wondering if I'm better off with a Nuo 4. Effects are not really important to me, but I want to be able to use my 2 cdjs with Torq and, in the future, run Ableton efficiently. What do you guys recommend based on experience or word of mouth?
Thanks guys.
No expert but I was thinking about getting an Ecler (but I didn't think I would use the MIDI) but if you are going to use the MIDI, definitely save yourself the $700 and just get an Ecler Nuo 4. The DJM 800 is over kill and if you don't need the effects, it really is a waste. I've heard the Ecler is specifically made (obviously) to work with MIDI, so using programs like Torque, Traktor or Ableton, just makes sense with MIDI control. I don't think the DJM 800 has that.
I think the NUO4 is a good overall mixer for mixing MIDI programs with outside sources (like CD players/turntables). It has two MIDI channels plus the MIDI center strip, and it also has that 5th "channel" which acts as the input for your PC...so you dont have to waste a channel just for that. It's also easier to switch between normal audio and MIDI on channels 2/3.
From my understanding, the DJM-800 must be switched to ALL MIDI, or nothing...plus you would use a complete channel just for your PC audio.
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| Originally posted by Soundwerks I think the NUO4 is a good overall mixer for mixing MIDI programs with outside sources (like CD players/turntables). It has two MIDI channels plus the MIDI center strip, and it also has that 5th "channel" which acts as the input for your PC...so you dont have to waste a channel just for that. It's also easier to switch between normal audio and MIDI on channels 2/3. From my understanding, the DJM-800 must be switched to ALL MIDI, or nothing...plus you would use a complete channel just for your PC audio. |
Glad to hear you like it!
No....no rotary kit available yet 
I keep pushing ECLER to make one already! 
it seems like a bunch of you guys need clarification on the DJM800. It's designed specifically for what you're talking about. MIDI has been completely implemented into every aspect including a midi MTC and clock and nearly every control gernerates a CC and can change channels as well if your templates from midi controllers to the djm800 interfere. The ecler's are great products don't get me wrong but are somewhat limited in that it's my understanding they don't have a built in midi clock (how are you going to sync digital to analog?). Definately try before you buy! If you don't know how it works stop by a GC to give the 800 a go, and likewise look at the ecler's as the EQ's may not be to your liking (they are mid-heavy). Both have superb sound but with the 800 you get your money's worth and there's a reason why it is an industry standard mixer.
just my 2cts
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| Originally posted by SPAWNmaster it seems like a bunch of you guys need clarification on the DJM800. It's designed specifically for what you're talking about. MIDI has been completely implemented into every aspect including a midi MTC and clock and nearly every control gernerates a CC and can change channels as well if your templates from midi controllers to the djm800 interfere. The ecler's are great products don't get me wrong but are somewhat limited in that it's my understanding they don't have a built in midi clock (how are you going to sync digital to analog?). Definately try before you buy! If you don't know how it works stop by a GC to give the 800 a go, and likewise look at the ecler's as the EQ's may not be to your liking (they are mid-heavy). Both have superb sound but with the 800 you get your money's worth and there's a reason why it is an industry standard mixer. just my 2cts |
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| Originally posted by SPAWNmaster it seems like a bunch of you guys need clarification on the DJM800. It's designed specifically for what you're talking about. MIDI has been completely implemented into every aspect including a midi MTC and clock and nearly every control gernerates a CC and can change channels as well if your templates from midi controllers to the djm800 interfere. The ecler's are great products don't get me wrong but are somewhat limited in that it's my understanding they don't have a built in midi clock (how are you going to sync digital to analog?). Definately try before you buy! If you don't know how it works stop by a GC to give the 800 a go, and likewise look at the ecler's as the EQ's may not be to your liking (they are mid-heavy). Both have superb sound but with the 800 you get your money's worth and there's a reason why it is an industry standard mixer. just my 2cts |
There is a TAP button, which you tap to send out a MIDI clock signal. But no, it is not automatic...not sure if it is on the DJM.
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| Originally posted by Soundwerks The thing I dont get about the DJM is that if you want to use two channels for Traktor, and two channels for CDJ's...then youre outta luck because you would have to use an entire channel for the audio out from your PC. I dont have experience with the DJM...so maybe you can explain it. |
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