what is a good make of cd decks and mixer that aren't that expnsive?

[quiffgirl]

[AlBags]

Denon in my book.
If you buy cheap, you will probably get noise, microphony, and rapid obselescence.

[mandimoo]

gemini

[jaydj]

Over the years i have used many brands and would say the the best make is pioneer
second i would say Denon
third Vestax

[romko]

You get what you pay for. I'd go for a decent brand, as mentioned above, used if need be, as at least spares and service info will be available. the cheap stuff is built porly and has no service backup - throwaway.