Mixon 4 vs Pioneer DDJ SX

Frankly, I had the DDJ-SX and while it’s a nice controller, I don’t like the way the mics are implemented, making it less than stellar for mobile gigs, imho. My new MCX8000 is much better that way, like the MC6000 was when it came out.

Also the SX has no way of attaching your iPad (if you are using the iOS version of DJay Pro).

The Mixon is clearly made as more of a hybrid unit and definitely made to work with Djay, working with both tablets and regular laptops. It too lacks a good way of integrating the mic, although if you set the mic volume correctly and use a mic with an on/off switch, you’d probably have more fun with that than with the SX.
Also the jogs on the Mixon are typically reloop, which mean low. This is a personal choice, so be sure to try it before you buy it. Personally I like the higher jogs, but I know co-moderator Terry has used Reloop for many many years.

Another difference between the two is that the Mixon is not a standalone mixer. This can be solved by adding a small PA mixer (like the Yamaha MG06 or even the AG03), which would also take (better) care of your mic needs.

You know already I will tell you it’s a highly personal choice.

Based on price, options and full commitment to Algoriddim, the Mixon would probably be my choice, with the addition of a small PA mixer. I could drop the PA mixer doing my house stuff privately and just add it for my gigs on the road. The slot holds both regular and pro iPads if I am not mistaken, so that’s a bonus as it will let you charge your iPad while playing. If you are using a Mac-based version of DJay Pro, then that is not a concern of course. But always good to have the option of just heading out with your controller and iPad for a small party somewhere.

If you go here: https://melodics.com/supported-devices, you will see the Mixon 4 under the Reloop listings.

I’ll stick with my “advise” to go for the Mixon 4 unless you have pressing reasons to go SX2 (regular SX no longer available new).

Motivation?
* The option of hooking up your iPad (there are 30-pin to lightning adapters)
* Price difference between SX (You said SR in your reply but that is a 2-channel controller which isn’t what you are looking for I think) by a large margin (here in Holland about 1.000 for the SX vs 650 for the Mixon 4)
* Yamaha MG06X (about 100 here) adds two perfectly good mic channels with two band EQ and reverb (great for those wanting to sing a song at weddings) and the option for your controller AND a backup device to connect as well, with high end output connections.
* While DJay may support all Pioneer units now, the Mixon 4 was designed with DJay in mind (like your iDJ Pro – which I had and loved), which would give me more confidence in the actual integration.

So, the rest is up to you. Good luck with your decision.

Thanks! It’s what we are here for.

Thanks again.

Q1: There are mixers in all price ranges. I have had several Yamaha’s and I know some of our readers have the AG- or MG series mixers as well and are very content with them. It will do the job perfectly well. Good build quality, good sound. I wouldn’t say it’s over-qualified perse. Perhaps that 1 or 2 extra channels, but that would not be a worry to me.

Q2: No idea what happened to the question LOL

Q3: Mixer means that, mixer. An interface is a sound card, which it is not (at least not in the MG06, it IS also a sound card in the AG06). And yes, it would have a rotary button as opposed to a fader, but can be done. The line inputs do not have EQ, so any EQ effects your friend would have to do in his iPad software. Both mixers have their strengths.

Q4: Adding guitar/cello and such, it would tempt me to go AG06, but you’d have no volume control over the aux (iPhone/iPad) input, meaning and volume controlling would have to be done on the iDevice. You would be getting the computer connection (recording! and playback), a more instrument-friendly mixer and the option of setting some effects on the mic/instrument channels.

Q5: I’d stick with my MG06 recommendation, with an AG06 as a solid alternative. Choice depends a bit on budget (AG is about 25% more expensive) and what you intend to use it for most.

Q6: We are not talking about an interface. Your primary tool would be your Mixon. The Yamaha is an addition to give you backup, (better) mic options and better (balanced) outputs. So no, unless you want to go modular (with separate decks and a separate DJ mixer), there is no reason to not continue on the path you are on.