Allen & Heath Xone:24 2+1 Channel Analogue DJ Mixer

Xone:24 2+1 Channel Analogue DJ Mixer The Allen & Heath Xone:24 is a compact 2+1 channel all-analogue DJ mixer designed for DJs who prioritize professional sound quality and hands-on control within smaller setups. It distills the essential tools found in Allen & Heath's flagship Xone mixers into an accessible, no-compromise package for home setups, mobile rigs, or small venues. This design is celebrated for delivering the characteristic clarity, warmth, and punch that defines the Xone sound. Key audio components include: RIAA Preamps: The mixer features a pair of high-gain, low-noise RIAA preamps, ensuring faithful reproduction of vinyl sources. This is critical for turntable users. Matched Inputs: The matched Phono/Line inputs allow for seamless switching between vinyl turntables and digital media players without compromising the crucial gain structure. Analogue Summing: The carefully tuned, pure analogue summing delivers a deep, powerful low end and open, detailed highs, giving mixes a professional, full-bodied sonic quality that is a hallmark of analogue mixers. Legendary Xone Filter and EQ The Xone:24 incorporates the most iconic creative tool from the Xone family: the Xone:VCF (Voltage Controlled Filter). Filter System: This legendary filter design, inspired by the flagship mixers, allows for creative and precise sound shaping. It offers both low-pass and high-pass modes, along with a frequency sweep control. Resonance Control: The filter includes the renowned mild-to-wild resonance control, enabling expressive effects and dramatic transitions. 3-Band Isolator EQ: Each channel features a 3-band isolator EQ, which provides precise control for sculpting the mix, allowing DJs to perform anything from subtle adjustments to aggressive, creative transitions like bass swaps. Performance and Durability The mixer is built to perform reliably with features chosen for their smooth operation and longevity: Mini InnoFADER Crossfader: The Xone:24 is equipped with the Mini innoFADER crossfader, which is highly trusted by DJs worldwide for its smooth response and exceptional durability. Master Insert FX Loop: For DJs who want to use external effects, the mixer introduces a dedicated Master Insert FX loop. This feature offers easy integration with effects hardware via rear-panel send/return connections, making it simple to incorporate popular stompboxes or rack effects into the mix. Professional Features: The mixer is rounded out with professional touches, including responsive RGB chromatic channel meters, backlit switches, and a comprehensive I/O section, ensuring reliable performance in any environment. Compact Design: The Xone:24 is built for smaller spaces, home setups, or mobile rigs, providing club-grade sound and tools in an easily manageable size. Why We Love It Our DJ Gear Experts recommend the Allen & Heath Xone:24 for its pure analogue audio path, delivering superior warmth and punch. The iconic Xone VCF Filter (LPF/HPF) with adjustable resonance provides expressive mixing tools. Paired with a robust build and the smooth Mini InnoFADER crossfader, it's a compact, professional mixer focused on sound quality and hands-on control. Features: All-Analogue Signal Path: Meticulously engineered analogue circuitry for the classic Xone clarity, warmth, and punch. Legendary Xone:VCF Filter: Features the iconic Voltage Controlled Filter with both Low-Pass and High-Pass modes, frequency sweep, and famous mild-to-wild resonance control. 3-Band Isolator EQ: Provides precise, creative control for frequency sculpting on each channel. Mini InnoFADER Crossfader: Equipped with the high-quality Mini innoFADER for smooth, durable, and reliable crossfading. 2+2 Stereo Channels: Two main stereo channels plus two auxiliary stereo returns, offering 4-channel input capability. Master Insert FX Loop: Dedicated rear-panel send/return connections for easy, seamless integration with external effects hardware. High-Quality RIAA Preamps: Low-noise, high-gain preamps ensure faithful and professional reproduction of vinyl sources. Comprehensive Monitoring: Features backlit switches, responsive RGB chromatic channel meters, and latching/non-latching Cue modes. Professional Outputs: Includes Main Mix outputs on balanced XLRs, plus separate booth and record outputs. Matched Phono/Line Inputs: Allows seamless switching between vinyl turntables and digital media players without compromising gain structure.