Best mixer on Reddit

188 reviews from r/Breadit, r/synthesizers, r/DJs and 18 more subreddits

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#1

KitchenAid

4.3
(27)
"KitchenAid all the way, on Thursday(my birthday) I will have had mine for 36 years."
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"You can't go wrong with Kitchenaid."
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"I love my KitchenAid. My grandma had one, my mom has one. They generally stand the test of time & I can’t imagine using anything else."
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"I am team Kitchenaid Pro Line, the 7qt with the 1/2 speed."
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"My Kitchen Aid was a huge splurge at the time, but it sits proudly on my kitchen counter and has been a worthy investment."
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"I swear by my kitchenaid stand mixer. there's so many useful attachments!"
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"Its pretty arthritis friendly! They usually can be found for a good price refurbished from kitchenaid"
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"I grabbed a 7581 refurbished direct from kitchenaid earlier this year and love it."
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"KitchenAid Commercial 8-Quart Stand Mixer KSM8990"
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"The answer starts and stops at KitchenAid. That's it."
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#2

Yamaha

4.4
(24)
"Yamaha over behringer any day."
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"I’m going Yamaha"
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"The Yamaha MG series is a classic. I'd go with that."
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"I use a couple of the different variations of those mixers and all of them are tanks."
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"I found the Yamaha the better mixer for build and sound quality"
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"This is for live sound, i have 3 yama mixers and carry a mg06 in my bag"
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"Yamaha no contest"
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"The Yamaha"
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"I adore my Yamaha as well."
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"I started using the Yamaha MG10, the model lower than the MG10X, about a year ago and I love it."
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#3

Ankarsrum

4.7
(20)
"Ankararum is so good for bread but i dont really see it used for many other things."
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"Ankarsrum. Hands down. Best mixer on the market."
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"Ankarsrum. My bread and meringues have never been better."
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"Bought an Ankarsrum and love it."
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"Ankarsrum doubtlessly."
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"Love my Ankarsrum."
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"I got an Ankarsrum a couple of years ago and love it."
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"I love my Ankarsrum mixer - not cheap but it's excellent."
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"Ankarsrum specialises in bread and it’s built to last decades."
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"Ankarsrum is the only decent mixer currently."
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#4

Kenwood

4.6
(11)
"I've had a Kenwood Chef Major for 15 years now."
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"My kenwood chef is nearly 30 years old now. Handles bread dough with ease."
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"This thing is a beast - it can handle every type of dough I've put it through."
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"I have the Kenwood chef patissier XL and it is amazing."
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"We went Kenwood and are very happy."
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"+1 for Kenwood, have used for home baking and commercially. No regrets."
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"The answer to this is nearly always Kenwood in UK/Europe."
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"A second hand Chef A901 (1978) or later would be a good option."
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"I'd recommend getting a normal Chef rather than a KMix or KitchenAid."
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"I have used a Kenwood for six or seven years now without a problem."
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#5

Mackie

4.4
(10)
"Mackie Onyx 12 upwards"
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"Mackie ProFX6v3 6-channel Mixer with USB and Effects is $162 on Amazon right now."
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"That mackie is an *outstanding* mixer all around."
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"Mackie 1402 should do it..."
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"Any Mackie mixer with your specs will do the job and for years"
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"I personally always suggest a Mackie ProFx6v3 ($140) or a Yamaha MG06X ($170) if it's just for one or two singers."
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"I have a Mackie profx10 and I find it works great plus it’s digital inputs allows you to run your laptop into a channel."
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"I’ve got a Mackie ProFX10v3, it’s great."
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"I like the Mackie Mix series. I would get a bigger one than 5 as you’ll want some expansion."
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"Old Mackie LM3204? 16 stereo lines in."
#6

Behringer

3.7
(11)
"I love that Behringer mixer. It is absolutely loaded with features."
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"I've had it probably 10 years, maybe longer, and it's never given me a problem."
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"I have the Behringer, or one similar, and have been using it for over 10 years with no issue."
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"I got the Behringer Eurorack Pro, it has 8x Stereo in."
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"Behringer RX1602 has 16 stereo inputs and is cheap."
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"Keep the Behringer."
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"I use the same behringer model, having upgraded from its non-usb predecessor."
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"Get a Behringer Flow8"
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"The Behringer DJ Xenyx don’t sound any worse than the entry level pioneer mixers."
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"NEVER buy Behringer stuff... Well unless you'd then turn to ali express."
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#7

Hobart

5.0
(7)
"If you want to use what actual professionals use, then get a Hobart."
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"Hobart is a great brand. There's been one in every bakery I've worked at."
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"Get a medium sized Hobart and a smaller kitchenaid."
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"Where are you located? If it's in the US, I might have a good place for you to get a Hobart."
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"If you are going to sell cookies,do yourself a favour and get a good mixer and alot bigger than KitchenAid."
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"Hobart is superior to kitchenaid."
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"I've heard lots of good for Kenwood. I use a 7qt kitchenaid, 20 qt vevor and a 60qt hobart."
#8

Tascam

4.6
(7)
"I third the Tascam Model 12. It's a fantastic little mixer."
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"I personally have the Tascam Model 12 and it's an amazing piece of kit."
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"Tascam model 12 has two sub outs and two aux sends, I use them both they work great."
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"I always recommend the Tascam. They are great. Get the biggest you can afford."
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"I own Model 12 and for my use-case of up to 4 synths + bass guitar or small jam session with friends it's sufficient."
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"The Tascam Model 12 is great and very convenient, but I just want to point out that it’s also digital."
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"I would never in my right mind buy anything made by Behringer, but if you despise quality, then go for it."
#9

Bosch

4.3
(7)
"I have a Bosch that has never let me down. It’s about 25 years old and powerful as ever."
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"After burning up three stand mixers, I bought a Bosch. It's been perfect for me."
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"Get a Bosch Universal Plus or Ankarsrum stand mixer."
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"Don't rule out a Bosch mixer."
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"I would definitely recommend something like that if you’re struggling with the hand mixer."
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"Bosch is fine for most in-home bake applications."
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"The Bosch Universal mixer might be a better mixer for that size dough at a just slightly higher price."
#10

Zoom

4.8
(6)
"Save up for a Zoom Livetrak L6 and you'll have a mixer, a multitrack recorder."
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"The Zoom L6 is a nice small and portable mixer. It can also record to SD card."
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"I have one and I love it. Perfect for a small rig... priced right. Records. Sounds super clean."
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"Zoom Livetrak L6"
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"Just be patient until the Zoom L6 gets available!"
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"Zoom LiveTrak L6 does 2x Mono channels and 4x stereo channels."
#11

Culvers

6.3
(4)
"Oreo + Marshmallow Crème. You will not be disappointed. Its like adding more of the white part of the oreo. 10/10."
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"Vanilla with peanut butter cups, peanut butter sauce mixed with Oreos is my personal favorite"
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"I've been utterly addicted to chocolate with butterfinger for the better part of 10 years. It's got to be my most favorite dessert ever."
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"Try a chocolate cake, butter finger, and cookie dough in one mixer. I’m having one rn and it’s bussin"
#12

Soundcraft

4.2
(5)
"Soundcraft Ui24R. You don't think you'll need 22 physical inputs and 10 aux sends until you do."
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"I picked up a Soundcraft Ui24r a year ago and pretty glad I did."
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"I really like the Soundcraft GB2R in my synth set up."
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"I used to use Mackie and upgraded to soundcraft. Both work great but the Soundcraft has better sound."
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"I’d pick Soundcraft or Allen and Heath over either tho."
#13

Condesa

5.0
(4)
"Condesa. Love mine."
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"The sound output on the mixer is sublime to my ears."
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"Go with Condesa, as import/delivery charges on anything made in EU/UK will really jack up the price."
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"I don’t think you would be disappointed with the unit itself."
#14

Sunmix

5.0
(4)
"In my opinion, THE best mixer for bread dough is a spiral mixer. I currently own a Sunmix 10 kg spiral mixer."
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"If you want a dedicated mixer for dough look at a spiral mixer like a sunmix or famag."
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"The BEST mixer for bread dough is a spiral mixer."
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"The best solution has been two mixers: a Sunmix 10 kilogram spiral mixer, which absolutely excels at all breads."
#15

Allen & Heath

4.8
(4)
"Allen & Heath"
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"At that price point I’d go for the zed 10"
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"I would recommand a Allen&heath Zone:92"
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"Take a look at the Allen and Heath Zedi10fx. A bit more than those but worth it."
#16

Preethi

4.7
(3)
"Using it since 2 years. Works perfectly."
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"Best value for money, excellent quality."
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"Preethi is very popular. Its indian brand made specifically for export markets."
#17

Nutrimill

4.0
(3)
"I am about to buy a Nutrimill Artiste probably by Christmas."
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"Consider a Nutrimill Artiste."
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"I have a Nutrimill Artiste. I do mostly breads and my Artiste handles them well with no issue."
#18

Vitamix

5.0
(2)
"Vitamix. Stupidly expensive but worth it."
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"This is probably the best."
#19

Famag

5.0
(2)
"I have the Famag IM-8 Spiral Dough Mixer. I absolutely love this machine."
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"I love my Famag. It is pricy, but it transformed my bread-making."
#20

Wilfa

5.0
(1)
"Take a look at the Wilfa Probaker. It can deal with 5kg of dough a batch easily, kneads like a much more expensive mixer and is built really well."
#21

Cuisinart

5.0
(1)
"It’s amazing!!! I’m not a huge baker. But I use it to make mashed potatoes and things."
#22

KitchenAid KSM5

5.0
(1)
"I have a kitchenaid ksm5 which is middle of the range."
#23

Viking

5.0
(1)
"My dad went on bought a Viking stand mixer and that thing never died and is still going strong probably 30 years now."
#24

Hamilton Beach

5.0
(1)
"I'm currently using the Hamilton Beach JMG and I'm in love with it!"
#25

12XU

5.0
(1)
"I love mine and it’s crystal clear and silent"
#26

PreSonus

5.0
(1)
"PreSonus studiolive 16.0.2 USB"
#27

RCF

5.0
(1)
"Look into them, I love mine and it has been great for everything I've used it for."
#28

Ninja

5.0
(1)
"I use the Foodi (smoothie maker and nutrient extractor) for most of my chutneys and dals."
#29

Ecler

5.0
(1)
"I can vouch for the ecler warm2 as a really nice little home mixer and IMO it’s great value."
#30

Pleasant Hill Grain

4.0
(1)
"I’d look at what Pleasant Hill Grain has. They have a lovely range of machines IMO."
#31

George Home

4.0
(1)
"Asda do one, cost me 60 quid, I use it mainly for bread making."
#32

Aldi

4.0
(1)
"Aldi sell a dupe every year for about £60."
#33

Samson

4.0
(1)
"This looks good Samson PL2404. 12 stereo channels, 3 aux sends etc."
#34

ART

4.0
(1)
"Not expensive. That is probably the closest you're going to get for a small setup."
#35

Roland

4.0
(1)
"Great otherwise."
#36

Alto

4.0
(1)
"I run it on an alto live 2404."
#37

Oster

4.0
(1)
"I've made great bread for years with mine."
#38

1010music

4.0
(1)
"I use a 1010 bluebox. 12 channels."
#39

SSL

4.0
(1)
"Ssl big six."
#40

Moukey

4.0
(1)
"The Moukey line mixers are good as submixers."
#41

Bosch Universal Mixer

4.0
(1)
"They're strong and should be in the price range."
#42

Zed

4.0
(1)
"Zed i10."
#43

Preeti

4.0
(1)
"Get Preeti mixer with the 3 jars. The gasket starts to leak in a few years but the mixie is powerful."
#44

Arturia

4.0
(1)
"Arturia makes some pretty cool audio interfaces that double as a digital mixer"
#45

Vidiem

4.0
(1)
"I use vidiem Eva niro Vidiem Eva Nero Mixer Grinder 650."
#46

General

2.0
(1)
"I do not recommend any mixers below $200."

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