Xlr Microphone
2011
The PMC280 – The Professional DJ Mixer From Vestax
The Vestax PMC280 is a professional 4-Channel DJ mixer that includes 16 effects with adjustable parameters. With the in-build DSP effects unit the PMC280 is suited to a variety of DJ styles. With a sampling rate of 24-bit 96kHz the PMC280 also has that all important facet in the mixing world – immediate response.
The Vestax PMC280 has a variety of input and output options through the rear interface. With regards to output – the PMC280 contains two available options for master output, two sets of RCA outputs and one set of XLR outputs. Two separate microphone inputs are controlled by programming one or two channels on the top of the mixer. Located at channels 1 & 4 are the Phono inputs that allow two turntables to be connected. The Vestax PMC280 has six line inputs in total – one line input on channels 1 and 4 and two inputs on channels 2 and 3. The line input on channel 4 can also be modified to be USB compatible in an optional upgrade.
Located on the top of the mixer is the full effects-control layout of the Vestax PMC 280. The PMC 280 has 16 individual effects each with two separate parameters for extra control and diversity. The light-up tap effector allows the DJ to control the rhythm of the effect and helps with sound shaping. The cue area for track selection is located above the headphone jack, the channel cues are all available to the far right of the mixer and a fifth cue button for the effector tap is also included. Each channel has a full EQ setup with trim knobs at the top and a backlit display for sound monitoring.
With minimal colour used for indicators, knobs and buttons against a mirrored black finish, the Vestax PMC280 is a stylishly sleek in appearance. This colour scheme actually makes it easier to DJ in dark areas due to the light-up options and placement of all instruments. The Vestax PMC280 is easy to transport due to its compact nature.
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