I'm turning in my A&H DB4 for a DJM 900, (Talk me out of it, or thumbs up)

[den1213]

I'm prepared to pull the switch on my beloved A&H DB4. Although this is a GREAT mixer, I really think it is overkill to my specific needs. I'm looking for pro's and con's on switching from an Allen and Heath DB4 Mixer for a Pioneer DJM 900. Specifically, am I missing out on anything going for the DJM 900?

(if anyone is interested in the purchase of a A&H DB4 PM my box)

[xs2man]

Personally I cant see the advantage of switching from a db to aa djm 900. You will gain send return, but there is a workaround for this on the db anyway.

You will get pioneer fx, but as these are nowhere near the quality of the db fx, I would count this as a con.

The djm is an industry standard mixer, but it is only a 4 chan mixer. If you have ever played on a djm, then it will be very easy.

There is a reason that John Digweed, Pete Tong and Sasha and company pick the db4 (mostly it because of the quality). Just like there is a reason avici, zabiela etc. Pick the djm (mostly they are paid by pioneer).

Moreover, unless you find someone to do a swap, it is a move that will likely cost you money. I certainly wouldn't pay for that downgrade.

[DJNR]

The only reasons I can think of for why you would switch is if you really want a standard layout and send receive.

On a side note, if you decide to trade, I have a 900 I would think about trading

[contra]

You say the db4 is too much mixer for you? Here's a little lesson to live by. I'd rather have too much than not enough.

[Blueprint]

I'd do it, but hey, i like the 900.

[den1213]

So far it seems the A&H should be a keeper

--Better sound quality
--Better sound effects
--Loss in value (money turnaround in trade in)
--More is better than less
--A&H is a Mixer first company

As far as the DJM 900

--Gain and return. What specifically is the advantage here? Why would I use this function?
--Industry standard.

I will add, I have added the CDJ Nexus with my setup. With the Nexus used as a sound device, would there be a difference in comparison with the sound of the DB4?

[Era 7]

send/return enables you to use an external FX device like a kaoss pad, EFX-1000 etc.. like the others said, there is no way i would give a DB4 for a DJM-900.

[DJNR]

The only points I disagree with on the "pro" list are:
1. Better sound quality. I do agree that the effects sound better, but I'm almost 100% sure that the actual sound quality is the same between the two mixers. DJ Penguin here on the forums has good reasoning for why.
2. Better re-sale. While the DB4 is better than the DJM 900, I don't know how many DJs actually know what the mixer is worth or are willing to pay for something more expensive than an industry standard 900. I know the worth of a DB4, but I'm just playing devils advocate.

[hoff]

If you're going to downgrade and you like the DB4, why not go to a DB2? You'll already be familiar with the feel, features and fx, but you'll get some money back too.

[punky]

You say the db4 is too much mixer for you? Here's a little lesson to live by. I'd rather have too much than not enough.

Quoted for truth.

The only reason I can think of to switch a DB4 for a DJM-900 is if you wanted to make money renting it out. I'm sure there's a lot more demand for the Pioneer than the DB4.