i figured the PCV275 was quite a beter box... the RM3S isn't that bad for a beginner, but it does sound like the PCV275 is worth the investment

On the I notice about the stanton EQ's, is on the negative side (which as we know, is what matters) they don't have much effect until they get to the 9 o'clock position... maybe -6db or so.. then a VERY abrupt cut! in a way, this is good, once you get used to it, but it makes a very obvious sound and its not smooth like you'd want for a good mix.

ah well. for the $200 I paid, it pretty cool. if I paid what the vestax costs for the stanton, i'd be somewhat irate though ... hehe

the lack of a cue meter IS annoying!!

-mer