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Subject: Re: [AN1x-list] Behringer Stuff (was AN1x vs. Access b)

From: Philip <synth72@...>
Date: 2000-04-10

I've heard similar comments from people who've had
experience using both Mackie and Beringer products.
All the negative feedback (cheap construction,
breaking down, noise) convinced me to get a Mackie
1642 instead of a Beringer mixer. I don't know much
about their f/x units, though.

Philip

--- jondl <jondl@...> wrote:
>
>
> Peter Korsten wrote:
> >
> > jondl shared with us:
> > >
> > > I have the latest 'junk' mail flier from GC and
> I noticed the prices on
> > > ALL the Behringer Dynamic Processors, Effects
> modules (including the one
> > > you purchased), along with their mixer's are
> VERY attractive. What's up
> > > with that? Is this some new trend I've missed
> out on? Are they trying
> > > to fill the niche Alesis and Mackie seem to be
> moving away from?
> >
> > There are those who state that Behringer
> shamelessly copies Mackie
> > and other designs, at a lower price but also at a
> lower quality.
> > You might want to ask around a bit, before you
> jump on the bandwagon,
> > especially concerning what problems people have
> had with Behringer
> > desks.
> >
> > - Peter
>
> Really? I did not know that! I'm not in market for
> one - today - but
> those prices definitely catch your attention. I'm
> unclear on exactly
> what the Behringer reputation is suppose to be?! At
> one time, a few
> years ago, I thought they were promoting a more
> exclusive market image -
> at least here in the U.S. Now it seems they're
> shooting for the price
> conscious consumer.
>
>
> It will be interesting to hear what Todd has to say
> about his new plaything!
>
> Jon
>
> --
> http://www.jdlx-musique.com/
>

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