Small cheap mixer for multiple stereo sources

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I'm setting up an office workspace around my computer to be used for musical transcription. The computer (20" iMac) will be running Sibelius. Next to it is a keyboard controller feeding a Kurzweil PC2R, which sits on top of a CD player. I'm looking for a small mixer that can handle 3 stereo sources so that I can hear all three sources at the same time while working on transcriptions. I don't want to spend much money (as everything else in the room has squeezed the budget pretty good), but just want something that works...sound quality doesn't have to be great, but it would be nice if it were not annoyingly bad (all the good gear is in the downstairs studio, so when I want to listen, I'll go there).

One other thing that would be a plus is ability to do some rudimentary EQ. I've got a set of fairly cheap computer speakers with a sub that sound fine for most applications, but sound too boomy for jazz recordings because of the sub. If I could EQ out some low frequencies (again, CHEAPLY :D) from the CD source, that would be an added bonus. Any/all advice welcome. Thanks in advance! :)
 
Mackie 1202, Yamaha MG series, Alesis or Behringer small mixers. I personally would go with the Mackie 1202 or the small Yamaha MG.
 
mackies kick ass....quiet as heel and cheap.Im using a 5 year old 1202 that still sounds awesome.
 
I have a Yamaha 12/4 and it's good. You can get the 10/2 for $99
 
Bull**** said:
I have a Yamaha 12/4 and it's good. You can get the 10/2 for $99
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Thanks, that was exactly what I was looking for! Low cut filters, the right # of channels, and made by Yamaha - I just ordered mine from 8th Street. I had been looking at the Behringer 1202 clone, but for $20 more I'd much rather have the Yammy.
 
i'm very happy with my behringer UB1204 for what it does but i guess for a little extra i'd go for the yamaha range if i had my time again. i bought a bit before the mg range came out. :(
 
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