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Allen & Heath Xone 96 (or previous 92 model) mixers are very popular in the techno world.

Pioneer DJMs have dozens of FX combinations to aid with fast/fancy transitions, whereas techno/trance (and similar) genres that rely on long smooth blends like the extra EQ channel and filters.

I don't know any hip-hop DJs that use Xones?

The Xones are also analogue vs digital Pioneer mixers which also plays a part in audio quality, especially if the source is analogue (vinyl, rack modules, etc).

I'm happy with my Pioneer DJM-750mk2... but also happy to exchange a kidney for Xone:96 :-)

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HÖR use A&H mixers when people play vinyl on their YouTube channel. It’s very noticeable, especially for the proggy stuff!

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DJs who use rotary mixers are great to watch. They're like precision surgeons gently blending EQs while also handling vinyl. Impressive stuff to me!