Dangerous Music 2-BUS+ mixer review

Dangerous Music 2-BUS+ is a corded electric studio mixer from Dangerous Music, listed as model 2-Bus+. My read from the spec sheet is simple: this is not a casual add-on for a crowded desk. At 20.4 pounds and 22.75 x 19 x 8.75 inches, it is a serious piece of mix-room hardware that expects a permanent place in a studio layout.

Where I Think the 2-BUS+ Makes Sense

I would look at the 2-BUS+ only if the rest of the room already justifies it. A mixer in this category belongs near the center of a setup where multiple sources, stems, or hardware returns need to be organized before the final stereo path. If a studio is built around an interface, outboard gear, synths, drum machines, or other external sources, this kind of unit can make practical sense as a fixed mix hub.

The dimensions matter here. This is not something I would expect to balance beside a laptop and a two-channel interface. It needs a stable surface, rack or console-style space, and enough rear clearance for cabling. Since it is corded electric, I would plan it into the studio’s power and routing layout from the start rather than treating it as something to pull out only when needed.

The Commitment Is the Real Question

The biggest limitation I see is commitment. The 20.4-pound weight makes the Dangerous Music 2-BUS+ movable in theory, but not friendly to a portable workflow. If I were buying at this level, I would first check whether the studio has the space, cabling discipline, and day-to-day routing needs to justify a dedicated mixer of this size.

• Space: the 22.75 x 19 x 8.75 inches footprint needs a proper home, not an afterthought.
• Power: corded electric operation points to a fixed studio installation.
• Workflow: it makes the most sense when hardware routing is already part of the production process.

Who I Would Tell to Skip It

I would skip the Dangerous Music 2-BUS+ if the entire workflow is inside the computer, if the studio is based around a compact interface and headphones, or if the setup gets packed down after sessions. I also would not choose it for a small bedroom desk where space is already tight. For those users, a smaller and simpler mixer would be a more practical fit.

For a fixed studio that needs a substantial central mixer, though, the 2-BUS+ looks like the kind of product to consider seriously before building out the final mix path.