Behringer FLOW 8 vs Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer

Behringer FLOW 8 vs Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer compared — specs, features, and which one to buy for your setup. See the full breakdown on CreatorConfig.

Behringer FLOW 8
Behringer
Behringer FLOW 8
$279
Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer
Denon
Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer
$299

The Ruling

Behringer FLOW 8 or Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer? Get the Behringer FLOW 8, narrowly.

The Behringer FLOW 8 wins Channels — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $20.

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At a Glance

Where each one actually leads

Every axis is scored out of 10 from the catalog specs below. The scores are relative to the products on this page, so a 10 means “best of these”, not “perfect”, and two identical columns mean the catalog genuinely cannot separate them. Axes the catalog holds no figure for on both sides are left off entirely rather than guessed at.

CategoryBehringer FLOW 8Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer
Audio Resolution10/1010/10
Channels10/105/10
Value10/109.3/10

The Split

What each one wins

Behringer FLOW 8

Digital streaming mixer with app control, scene recall, and USB audio connectivity.

On paper the Behringer FLOW 8 takes XLR inputs (4, +2). It concedes nothing measurable on the sheet. It is the cheaper of the two, by $20.00.

Leads on

  • XLR Inputs +2
    4
    2

    More XLR inputs mean you can connect more microphones at once.

Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer

Creator mixer built to manage microphones, monitoring, and multi-source audio control for streaming or production.

It gives up XLR inputs to the Behringer FLOW 8. That costs $20.00 more than the Behringer FLOW 8.

Leads on

  • Nothing on the spec sheet goes this one’s way.

Where they’re identical

These 3 specs are the same on both of them, so none of it is part of the decision.

  • Sample Rate 48kHz
  • Bit Depth 24-bit
  • Phantom Power Yes

The Record

22 specs, grouped by area

Full specification comparison of Behringer FLOW 8 and Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer, grouped by area.
Specification
Behringer
Behringer FLOW 8
Denon
Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer
Audio ResolutionEven
Sample Rate48kHz48kHz
Max Sample Rateno datano data
Bit Depth24-bit24-bit
PreampsNot enough data
Preamp Gainno datano data
ChannelsBehringer FLOW 8
XLR Inputs✓ 42
XLR Outputsno datano data
MonitoringNot enough data
Headphone Outputsno datano data
RoutingNot enough data
Fadersno datano data
Aux Sends2no data
Bus Outputsno datano data
USB Audio Channels10no data
Creator FeaturesNot enough data
Onboard EffectsYesno data
Sound Padsno datano data
BluetoothYesno data
Records to SD CardNono data
ConnectivityNot enough data
TRS Outputsno datano data
Connection Typeusb-c, xlr, trsxlr, trs, usb-c
PowerNot enough data
Phantom PowerYesYes
BuildNot enough data
Dimensionsno datano data
Weightno datano data
CompatibilityNot enough data
Operating Systemno datawindows, macos
Other specsNot enough data
Controlsno datano data

A group is won by whoever takes more of its rows outright. Specs the catalog cannot rank are shown but never decide a group.

Bottom Line

Who each one is for

The Behringer FLOW 8 is the pick on the specs the catalog holds, but “better on paper” and “right for you” are different questions. Each case below names what the product is actually good at and who that suits.

Our pick
Best ValueMost ConnectivityBest for Multi-mic

At $279.00, the Behringer FLOW 8 is the most affordable option in this comparison. It leads in XLR inputs (4). Offers the most spec advantages per dollar in this comparison.

  • + More XLR inputs (4 vs 2)

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ You need 4 XLR inputs for recording multiple sources
  • ✓ Budget is your top priority — $20.00 less than the priciest option
  • ✓ You want EQ and compression handled on the desk, not in software
  • ✓ You want phone audio and call-ins in the mix wirelessly

Best for value-focused buyers, complex setup builders, multi-person podcasts.

The alternative
Easiest Setup

At $299.00, the Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer is the most expensive option and doesn't clearly outspec the cheaper alternatives. It trades raw specs for a simpler, more focused experience. Fewer ports and inputs — plug in and go.

  • × Fewer XLR inputs (2 vs 4)
  • × Most expensive at $299.00

Also worth knowing

  • ✓ Your workflow matches its specific feature set

Look elsewhere if

  • × You're on a tight budget — save $20.00 with a cheaper option
  • × You plan to record multiple microphones simultaneously

Best for beginners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Behringer FLOW 8 and Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer?

The largest gap is XLR inputs, where the Behringer FLOW 8 leads — 4 against 2. Across the catalog's specification sheet the two differ on 1 spec. They match on 3 specs, including sample rate, bit depth and phantom power. Two audio mixers from Behringer and Denon, each taking a different approach to channel count and routing flexibility.

Which is better for streaming, Behringer FLOW 8 or Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer?

Get the Behringer FLOW 8, narrowly. The Behringer FLOW 8 wins Channels — but only just, and the rest of the chart is close. It is also the cheaper of the two, by $20.

What do the Behringer FLOW 8 and Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer have in common?

Both share 3 specifications in the catalog, including sample rate (48kHz), bit depth (24-bit) and phantom power (Yes). None of those is a reason to pick one over the other.

Is the Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer worth the extra $20 over the Behringer FLOW 8?

The Denon DN-300MKII DJ Mixer costs $299.00 against $279.00, a difference of $20. On the catalog's specifications it does not lead the Behringer FLOW 8 anywhere, so the premium buys brand, build or something the catalog does not record. Whether that is worth it depends on which of those you would actually use.

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