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Smx-401/smx-501
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| TwoPlow |
I ordered a Stanton SMX-401 Mixer, but the store was out of stock, so I can either wait a few weeks and just get the 401, or I can get the 501 for the same price.
Good idea? Seems like it. Looks like it has everything the 401 does but better. Wanted to make sure with some people that actually know something about this stuff first though. |
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| DJTJ |
| No, not a good idea. The 501 is more of a battle/scratch mixer, whereas the 401 is a house/trance mixer. If you are planning on mixing trance and end up with a battle mixer you will wish you had waited. Get the 401. |
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| DJ Tranz |
You decide for yourself, I'll list both of them and you'll just need to outweigh the features vs. benefit for yourself and choose the right mixer.
SMX401
SMX-401 The SMX-401 is the first in a new line of DJ mixers that combine superior audio quality with unprecedented value. Our product development team combined their knowledge and experience to work passionately to create a mixer with the right combination of features and revolutionary technical quality never before seen in this price class.
Whether mixing house, techno, or trance from vinyl or CDs, the SMX-401 has got all the bases covered, thanks to 3 phono inputs, 6 line inputs and 2 mic inputs with independent EQ. Each channel sports Gain control, bright input LED meters, a 3-band EQ + full Kill capability, as well as Pan knobs. A full-featured Cue section includes PFL, Cue Pan, and dual headphone outputs for tag-team mixing.
Professional DJs will immediately appreciate the SMX-401's 3-band Kill switches for channels 1 and 3, conveniently located right next to the genuine Penny & Giles crossfader. For creative mixing, the SMX-401 also offers an Effects loop with 1/4" Send and Return jacks.
Key Features:
3 phono, 6 line, 2 mic inputs
Gain, 3 band EQ w/full kill, and pan on each channel
Penny & Giles crossfader
Mic channel features 3 band EQ
Kill switches for channels 1 and 3 located near the crossfader
Effects loop w/ 1/4" send and return
Cue section features PFL, cue pan
2 headphone outputs
Balanced Master output (1/4")
Booth output
Input LED on each channel
User replaceable faders
SST™ - Superior Sound Technology
Ultra Low Noise Circuitry
No Bleed Through
Low Distortion
SMX 501
This hybrid 3-Channel, "Techno / Scratch" mixer will appeal to both Turntablist and Club/Rave DJs alike. Nowhere else can DJs find so many features included with the design of a battle mixer. The SMX-501 is a "one of a kind" mixer that combines the best of both worlds and bridges the gap between Battle & Club DJs.
3 channel scratch mixer
Assign effects loop to each individual channel, plus the mic
Custom High Quality P&G (Penny & Giles) Crossfader with VCA curve adjustment and crossfader assign
Assignable Crossfader (A, B, Bypass)
VCA Crossfader curve control and reverse
Curve control and reverse on Linefaders
Each channel features a gain control, slider Pan, and a versatile 3 band EQ with complete KILL
Balanced XLR master output (unbalanced RCA also provided)
Booth output
Rotatable 3 Position phono/line switch with flash feature
Separate channel input and master output LED meters
Headphone mute
Dual headphone outputs (1/4"/6.3mm and 1/8"/3.5mm)
Fully assignable Send/Return connections for external effects
Pre Fader Listen (PFL) of channels and effects loop with Cue Pan control
3 line, 3 phono, and 2 mic inputs
Mic channel features gain controls and a 3 band EQ
Channel fader reverse switch
Protekt Panel
User replaceable faders
OS2 compatible
Technical Specifications:
Line inputs : 2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -10 dBV /10 kOhm
Phono inputs : 2 (RCA) x 3 channels, -50 dBV / 47 kOhm
Mic input : 2 (1/4") -50 dBV /100 kOhm
Effect Return inputs: 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV / 10 kOhm
Effect Send outputs: 2 (1/4"), -10 dBV
Record output : 2 (RCA), -10 dBV / 100 Ohms
Booth output : 2 (RCA), -10 dBV / 100 Ohms
Headphone output : 1 x 1/4" (6.3mm), 1 x 1/8" (3.5mm) greater than 32 Ohm load
Master outputs : 2 (XLR Balanced/RCA unbalanced),+4 dBu balanced / -10 dBV unbalanced
Tone Control : + 9/-40 dB (Hi, Mid, Low)
Frequency Response : 20 Hz - 20 kHz, + 0.5/-2 dB
Max Gain : 14 dB
S/N Ratio: Better than 100 dB (ref: max input level)
T.H.D. : Less than 0.05% (1 kHz)
Dimensions : 14"(L)x10.25"(W)x4.75"(D) 355(L)X260(W)X120(D)mm
Weight : 9.25lbs (4.2kgs)
Good Luck! |
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