Is there any differences between the newer Xone's being made in China and the older ones from the UK? Any different materials for parts or more importantly a difference in sound quality?

From what I've heard the factory in China was made ground up from Allen & Heath themselves, so they're still in charge of parts etc...only difference is labor.

Truth?

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Originally posted by siastyle Okay iv hurd the Album and lemmi tell you guyz.... Tiesto is gono make it back to the top again with these hits. The thing about it is that hes trying 2 bring a new style tho just like he did with Just be and it worked. they songs areunt TOO HIGHT up. but the vocals acaully are the best thing in 2007. The Track Carpe Noctum is like traffic but it hink he could of prefected the shit ouf it. but generalllyy its an amazing album...oh and Ten Seconds Before Sunrise is like Forever today TIMES 12

I don't think a company like A&H can afford to drop the quality of their products. They are famous for their sound- and build quality, so it would be a stupid move for them to lose those aspects...

I can't confirm or deny if there is a any difference though, but i would say it's highly unlikely.

Yeah, makes sense. I was just reading forums and people were talking about sound quality difference. Probably all in their head though. Pulling a bit of prejudice or racism I think...

Wonder if they could make knockoffs

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Originally posted by siastyle Okay iv hurd the Album and lemmi tell you guyz.... Tiesto is gono make it back to the top again with these hits. The thing about it is that hes trying 2 bring a new style tho just like he did with Just be and it worked. they songs areunt TOO HIGHT up. but the vocals acaully are the best thing in 2007. The Track Carpe Noctum is like traffic but it hink he could of prefected the shit ouf it. but generalllyy its an amazing album...oh and Ten Seconds Before Sunrise is like Forever today TIMES 12

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Originally posted by IpLaYWiTLiGhTs Yeah, makes sense. I was just reading forums and people were talking about sound quality difference. Probably all in their head though. Pulling a bit of prejudice or racism I think... Wonder if they could make knockoffs

Although, I haven't used a UK built version (I don't think) of the Xone:92. The one Epdarks & Myself rented, had superb sound quality (in comparison to the DJM-400). The build quality through & through on it was much better as well. The thing was built like a fuckin' tank.

As djxtension said, Allen & Heath have a real reputation they need to uphold. As sound quality & build is what they're known for.

If you can demo one, I'd suggest doing it. Let your hands & ears be the judge. Honestly though, I don't think you have anything to worry about when it comes where abouts it was made.

Good luck, and if you purchase one, enjoy it! I sure as hell miss it already.

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Nah I don't think there's a big difference. I had one of the last UK made 92's, couldn't really see any difference from the Chinese sourced version. They have the same manufacturing standards and use the same component sources.

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Originally posted by IpLaYWiTLiGhTs Is there any differences between the newer Xone's being made in China and the older ones from the UK? Any different materials for parts or more importantly a difference in sound quality? From what I've heard the factory in China was made ground up from Allen & Heath themselves, so they're still in charge of parts etc...only difference is labor. Truth?

The sound quality would be the same. The quality control might be different between the two factories, but there shouldn't be anything to worry about unless you get a brand new faulty mixer and need to send it back.