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BEGINNER MIXERS

5 of the Best Beginner DJ Mixers

21 May · Not sure where to start? These are the best beginner DJ mixers on the market for all kinds of DJs - and for all budgets.

Allen & Heath SQ Plus: 3 Updated Models with More Processing Power

19 May · The Allen & Heath SQ Plus series brings three new models, the SQ5+, SQ6+, and SQ7+, with feature enhancements like RackUltra FX and DEEP processing.

Thomann Live Days 2026: Hand-Picked Live Deals and the Best Offers

14 May · The Thomann Live Days 2026 come with serious Live Deals: up to 50% off mixers, PA, mics and more. Our personal best-of of the highlights worth checking out.

Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra and Ultra Solo: Expanded Processing Power

07 Apr · The Allen & Heath Avantis Ultra series mixers offer 12- and 24-fader options with RackUltra FX and an increased number of bus channels.

MIXING VINYL

Mixing Vinyl in 2026: Everything You Need to Get Started

26 Mar · Ready to start mixing vinyl? Here are the turntables, cartridges and mixers you need to spin records.

Thomann Spring Sale 2026: Live and DJ Deals – Mixers, Speakers, Mics, and More

18 Mar · Thomann Spring Sale 2026 features big deals on live sound and DJ gear. Save on mixers, PA speakers, microphones, controllers, and more.

BEST BATTLE MIXERS

5 of the Best Battle Mixers for 2026

12 Mar · Scratch DJs need a special kind of DJ mixer. In the market for a new one - or your first? These are the best battle mixers on the market today.

Techno Legends Use This Gear: Charlotte de Witte — Acid Pressure and Peak-Time Precision

26 Feb · Charlotte de Witte drives her peak-time sound with a 909, a 303, and razor-sharp control over build-ups and tension.

BEST DJ SETUPS

5 of the Best DJ Setups for 2026

29 Jan · What’s the best DJ setup? Why, the one that fits you perfectly. Here are 5 example DJ rigs for everyone from the total beginner to the club king.

SSL SiX ALTERNATIVES

The Best SSL SiX Alternatives for your Studio Setup

22 Jan · An analogue mixer is still a practical solution for a home studio, so here are some of the best SSL SiX alternatives for music production.

ANALOG MIXERS

The Best Compact Analog Mixers for your Studio

05 Jan · Running out of inputs on your interface? We're checking out the best compact analog mixers for expanding your music production setup.

MIDI CONTROLLERS FOR DJs

5 of the Best MIDI Controllers for DJs: Extra Control, Additional Power

04 Dec 2025 · Looking for extra control over effects and parameters? Augment your rig with the best MIDI controllers for DJs.

Best PA and Live Deals for Thomann Cyberweek 2025 – Update!

28 Nov 2025 · It's Thomann’s Cyberweek sale! We’ve combed through the lists to find the best PA and live deals for your next concert, party, or event. Black Friday update!

Best DJ Deals for Thomann Cyberweek 2025

21 Nov 2025 · It's Cyberweek at Thomann with loads of awesome DJ deals! Discover the best offers for DJs and content creators here.

Allen & Heath Xone:24C and Xone:24 – Get the Incredible Xone Sound for Less

14 Oct 2025 · Allen & Heath updates its entry-level DJ mixer pair to the Xone:24C and Xone:2, with the C getting USB audio in.

DJING WITH LIVE

DJing With Ableton Live: Is it Still Fun?

09 Oct 2025 · Many producers swear by the DAW for their music but how about DJing with Ableton Live? For some, it may be the perfect DJ software.

Allen & Heath Xone:K3: The MIDI DJ Controller Gets A Refresh

07 Oct 2025 · Velocity-sensitive knobs and endless push encoders bring Allen & Heath’s hybrid DJ controller Xone:K3 up to speed.

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DJ MIXERS LIVE

5 of the Best DJ Mixers for Live Performance

25 Sep 2025 · Performance-ready with built-in EQ and filters, these are the best DJ mixers for live performance.

Algoriddim Djay Pro 5.3 Update is a Blast!

Algoriddim djay Pro 5.4.3 Update Brings Spotify to the Booth

24 Sep 2025 · Mix millions of tracks, playlists, and edits directly in Algoriddim djay Pro 5.4.3 with full Spotify integration. The update is now available!

4-CHANNEL MIXERS

5 of the Best 4-Channel Fader Mixers: Still the Heart of the Club

28 Aug 2025 · Get hands on with these four-channel fader mixers, the best ones on the market today.

Live and DJ Deals at Thomann Music Days 2025: Save up to 45%!

02 Jul 2025 · DJ deals for Technics and live offers for Allen & Heath, LD Systems, Behringer, and more! Check out these deals at Thomann Music Days!

HOME RECORDING

How To Set Up A Home Recording Studio For Beginners

11 Jun 2025 · You have songs you want to record, but you don't know where to start? We're looking at how to set up a home recording studio for beginners.