I've been co-running a house/boogie/disco night for a few months exclusively using the radius 2 version of this mixer and we've been loving every moment with it. I'm pumped that they've made a 4 channel version and glad you guys got a review up so more people can find out about these awesome mixers!
Honestly both are excellent and I'd be happy with either one. The Lucia is fatter sounding because of the fact that it's hand wired and not ic based. It also has full eq per channel and that fancy wooden case. The downside with the Lucia (in comparison to the radius) is that it costs about $800-900 more than the radius (and you also have to account for shipping from Australia). The radius also has split cueing which comes in handy for me from time to time, and even though it's ic based still has loads of warmth and headroom. The single high pass per channel is also a pleasure to use on the radius. In the end both are excellent mixers. My personal recommendation: If you have a large budget and want the best sounding mixer possible then go for anything that Condesa makes. On the other hand, if you're like me and want an excellent sounding and highly portable mixer (throw it in a backpack) to take out with you for weekly gigs then I'd recommend the radius.
ordered a radius 2 ! thanks for the info , I heard that condesa was very open and the clarity was amazing, one person also said that there was a distinct EQ curve, that the colour was very distinct, I went for the Radius based on its transparency, and customer service
"Great review looks you have the ultimate Potts mixer" Just curious, but are there any other kind? I've never seen a stepped ladder control in any mixer before. I can't imagine what something like that would cost.
I look forward to your reviews and all. But, I wish you take time out to put into your reviews, some sound examples. I like to hear the sweep of the filters and the eq. I know it's youtube, but I like to listen for warmth of the track coming thru the channel and if the master is at the point of clipping. Is there any distortion. Some mixers and I purchase many of them. Has a problem of dropping off warmth and clarity, the louder you push the mixers. Same as the review on the technics 1200GR. I miss the part where you move the pitch and the deck wobble. But , if you showned the vinyl on the platter and backspinned the platter with needle on the vinyl. We all would seen the problem with the feet.
Whats the deal with the send return? I am very keen on this mixer and would hope to use it with an external FX like RMX 1000 . Can you explain a bit more what the problem of using this is? Thank you
I presume it's possible to use it with a RE-20 Space Echo with the send/return function? Should the dial be on pre or Aux? Or is it just left on pre with the pre button to turn the effect on and off? thanks!
I would love a review of the Can Electric Taula 4. I’m in the market for a high end rotary and I can’t find much in terms of sound quality on this mixer. Features are pretty much exactly what I want.
Hi MOjaxx - you mention the summing, really good point, how would you compare the pure summing between this and the RANE MP2015? I'm trying to decide and I'm after a sense of how creamily two tracks sit with one another -= what do you think?
you missed a feature! I see a (Cue) and (Master) above the meters... I assume when you hit the split function the meters show you the two different volumes. thoughts?
MojaxxVDJ this mixer is awesome! I use my rane mp2015 in a very similar way.. although i wish my rane had individual aux send volume that would be sweet! I have a boss re-20 and a TC Electronic Hall Of Fame reverb connected in series to my mp2015's fx send. Both pedals have their own dry wet so i use them to control the fx and put the fx send on fully wet from the submix. Its tedious getting the gain staging right!
You mention a DJ when you’re talking about playing the eq Joe somebody?! Who is he? I want to find some videos of him so I can see what you’re talking about. Ta 😊
This is a lovely review, however if you have a 1620, a carmen and a radius in the same room, yak less and demo more.. I know its youtube, but a picture paints a thousand words. Great review anyway, cheers.
This is the first time I see a review of a rotary mixer being only familiar with fader mixers. Can someone tell me what the upsides are of a rotary or are they only preferred by people who like oldschool and analogue gear?
Pierre Verbakel It's kind of two-fold. Firstly, rotary faders do encourage a very smooth mixing style, perfect for long blends of house or disco, that kind of stuff. And then companies that build rotaries are also often companies who use high quality analogue components to create products with lovely warm sound. It's interesting to note that some of the big rotary guys, like Morales and Vega, have moved to the PlayDifferently Model 1 recently. That has the same philosophy about sound (and is designed by the same guy who designed the Radius), but has faders instead of rotaries. So it's mainly about sound, but kinda crosses over with rotary controls. If that makes sense.
bias69 If you're playing house, or disco, or any genre which is all about smooth, long blends, using a rotary is a joy. They aren't to everyone's taste, but they definitely offer a different way to play, which many people love.
I've been co-running a house/boogie/disco night for a few months exclusively using the radius 2 version of this mixer and we've been loving every moment with it. I'm pumped that they've made a 4 channel version and glad you guys got a review up so more people can find out about these awesome mixers!
any opinions in comparisons to a condesa lucia?
Honestly both are excellent and I'd be happy with either one. The Lucia is fatter sounding because of the fact that it's hand wired and not ic based. It also has full eq per channel and that fancy wooden case. The downside with the Lucia (in comparison to the radius) is that it costs about $800-900 more than the radius (and you also have to account for shipping from Australia). The radius also has split cueing which comes in handy for me from time to time, and even though it's ic based still has loads of warmth and headroom. The single high pass per channel is also a pleasure to use on the radius. In the end both are excellent mixers. My personal recommendation: If you have a large budget and want the best sounding mixer possible then go for anything that Condesa makes. On the other hand, if you're like me and want an excellent sounding and highly portable mixer (throw it in a backpack) to take out with you for weekly gigs then I'd recommend the radius.
ordered a radius 2 ! thanks for the info , I heard that condesa was very open and the clarity was amazing, one person also said that there was a distinct EQ curve, that the colour was very distinct, I went for the Radius based on its transparency, and customer service
Really digging the boutique rotary mixer reviews. Please review more, maybe the varia instruments next!
I would like to view professional review for Alpha Recording System tabletop mixers too
Would love to see a review on the Bozak AR-4
DJBizio yes that will be great still pass 2 year and no one done it
just saw that thing, Im really into the simple design and the big knobs!
Such a tease with that denon player to the left
Gir0wnes Soooooooon ;)
It is perfect. Will pull the trigger soon.
Rotary’s just look so nice
Great review looks you have the ultimate Potts mixer
"Great review looks you have the ultimate Potts mixer"
Just curious, but are there any other kind? I've never seen a stepped ladder control in any mixer before. I can't imagine what something like that would cost.
You are the best reviewer in the entire world of dance
I love these mixers, I still got a Vestax PMC-25 kicking around which I love. Although it's not exactly a Rotary but close enough.
Heathcliff I always loved that you could swap the line faders for rotaries on the 25. A classic mixer, that one!
THAT URIE MIXER!!!!!! AWESOME!!!
nice one again Mo!
DJ CITY UK LAB ROCKS!
Please do new Bozak 4 channel mixer as well. :)
Hi !! Thank you, nice review :) ! Please review the Omnitronic TRM 202 MK3 !
Yes! 402!
I look forward to your reviews and all. But, I wish you take time out to put into your reviews, some sound examples. I like to hear the sweep of the filters and the eq. I know it's youtube, but I like to listen for warmth of the track coming thru the channel and if the master is at the point of clipping. Is there any distortion. Some mixers and I purchase many of them. Has a problem of dropping off warmth and clarity, the louder you push the mixers.
Same as the review on the technics 1200GR. I miss the part where you move the pitch and the deck wobble. But , if you showned the vinyl on the platter and backspinned the platter with needle on the vinyl. We all would seen the problem with the feet.
Whats the deal with the send return? I am very keen on this mixer and would hope to use it with an external FX like RMX 1000 . Can you explain a bit more what the problem of using this is?
Thank you
I presume it's possible to use it with a RE-20 Space Echo with the send/return function? Should the dial be on pre or Aux? Or is it just left on pre with the pre button to turn the effect on and off? thanks!
Condesa 😍
I would love a review of the Can Electric Taula 4. I’m in the market for a high end rotary and I can’t find much in terms of sound quality on this mixer.
Features are pretty much exactly what I want.
As good as the Taula looks, it is huge compared to other similar mixers. Not necessarily a problem but worth considering if portability is important.
Daniel Rivera go with the condesa lucia or bozak ar-4
Hi MOjaxx - you mention the summing, really good point, how would you compare the pure summing between this and the RANE MP2015? I'm trying to decide and I'm after a sense of how creamily two tracks sit with one another -= what do you think?
Tom Miskin which mixer did you go with in the end and why?
you missed a feature! I see a (Cue) and (Master) above the meters... I assume when you hit the split function the meters show you the two different volumes. thoughts?
Kyle Ward I did mention that when I talked about the meters... ;)
But I did forget to say the FX loop can be switched between pre and post fader on each channel though...
MojaxxVDJ oops! I missed it then 🤣
MojaxxVDJ this mixer is awesome! I use my rane mp2015 in a very similar way.. although i wish my rane had individual aux send volume that would be sweet! I have a boss re-20 and a TC Electronic Hall Of Fame reverb connected in series to my mp2015's fx send. Both pedals have their own dry wet so i use them to control the fx and put the fx send on fully wet from the submix. Its tedious getting the gain staging right!
Love the style! I need the silver halo piece that is in the middle of the knobs. Where can I get some to put on a mixer that I am currently restoring?
i see that SC5000 Prime chillin there tho...
who has the best sound quality? MasterSounds or Condesa?
DJ ViLLY Berlin condensa
MasterSounds.
MasterSounds.
@@ResizeFilms are you sure what you saying mastersound is a nice entry level
You need to be smoking a pipe and maybe some tweed tshirts. Keep up the great reviews!
atom recruitment Haha love it. Next rotary review, it's on.
Dope!!
thank you
A rotary for the rest of us.
Not my style, but im always interested in anything connected to DJing..... :)
You mention a DJ when you’re talking about playing the eq Joe somebody?! Who is he? I want to find some videos of him so I can see what you’re talking about. Ta 😊
Joe Clausell. The undisputed King of the Isolator
No cue-prgm blend control?
Reticuli No. The Radius Valve mixers have.
Since when was Leeds in the north east?
Dougie Whitelock It's on my way south from Newcastle, so I've always thought of it as east. Guess it's not really, now I think about it...
In conclusion: I suck at geography
MasterSounds come from Hebden Bridge. Not Leeds. He’s now got a workshop based in Stockport too. Proper Aladdin’s cave of audio awesomeness 👍
This is a lovely review, however if you have a 1620, a carmen and a radius in the same room, yak less and demo more.. I know its youtube, but a picture paints a thousand words. Great review anyway, cheers.
Now that's a beautiful lady right there!!! Totally love it!!!
Monster mixer, Top
This is the first time I see a review of a rotary mixer being only familiar with fader mixers. Can someone tell me what the upsides are of a rotary or are they only preferred by people who like oldschool and analogue gear?
Pierre Verbakel It's kind of two-fold. Firstly, rotary faders do encourage a very smooth mixing style, perfect for long blends of house or disco, that kind of stuff. And then companies that build rotaries are also often companies who use high quality analogue components to create products with lovely warm sound.
It's interesting to note that some of the big rotary guys, like Morales and Vega, have moved to the PlayDifferently Model 1 recently. That has the same philosophy about sound (and is designed by the same guy who designed the Radius), but has faders instead of rotaries.
So it's mainly about sound, but kinda crosses over with rotary controls. If that makes sense.
Learning analogue is difficult but this combines old school with modern.. it can do much more than the average mixer I think!
I’m Andy R-J’s daughter, also DJ and I’m still waiting for my radius ..... Christmas maybe 😂 (if you are reading this dad hint hint)
Haha wow. You could have bought my Radius 4 Premium.
DJ Dave B why would I buy my own dads mixer? lol
6k $ ????
If only they did a slide mixer
haha xone 92
If you search for a small 4 channel analog mixer with all the basics you need, the Rolls MX 42 is perfect for you
Melea Jacobi Quite a handy bit of kit, but most DJs are going to need some form of cue system ;)
MojaxxVDJ Yeah i know, but hey no power supply needed and it fits in your pocket, everything has pros and cons^^
top
Can anyone recommend some proper XLR leads for this?
Can't go wrong with Mogami studio gold cables or Canare cable with Neutrik connectors.
No cue mix is a deal breaker for some people.
There is Split Cue on the mixer.
What do you mean by Cue Mix?
Looks like you can select all sources at the same time in the headphones.
Chris Argueta KM6S Cue mix allows you to hear both sources adjustable to your own desire.
There is a split cue
Rachel R-J Yes we know !
Amateurs 🙄
I would like to purchase this mixer. Can you send me info on how to purchase.
MP2015 is the best fuck the rest 🤤
High end = $$$$$ this we know 😂
Is there any reason to use rotary mixer other than roleplaying Larry Levan?
bias69 If you're playing house, or disco, or any genre which is all about smooth, long blends, using a rotary is a joy. They aren't to everyone's taste, but they definitely offer a different way to play, which many people love.
I love rotary mixers just not a fan of the people who fawn over them
Condessa is the way.
Sorry mastersounds.
Id rather buy a omnitronic if i did not have the Cash for a carmen
see also instagram.com/p/BvZcqg_Fae5/