Mixers

A unique problem-solver from Roland combines line mixing, sample rate conversion and a USB audio interface in a single rack space.

Roland's entry into the market for mid-priced digital mixers introduces some interesting innovations, including the separation of the control surface from the inputs and the processing rack. Hugh Robjohns puts it to the test.

The first of Roland's eagerly awaited digital mixers, the VM3100 is an obvious spin-off from the mixer section of Roland's VS1680 digital multitracker. But it still packs a lot of functionality into a tiny space — and the basic version is the cheapest digital mixer yet!

This DJ mixer boasts powerful effects and BPM-driven MIDI control software. Wearing the Trousers, Paul Farrer finds out more...