Hello, i'll do a detailed answer:
I will still need some sort of mixer if only to plug a mic into.
You can use a controller, the Vfx Control for example.
http://www.mixvibes.com/content/vfx-control-0Then you say that I can use samples with this software... Does it have a different screen or a partial screen like virtual DJ where one can tweak the sample's parameters and such?
In Vfx, there are two screens for you deck A and B, and in the middle there is a monitor screen that shows you what is broadcasted out.
Other questions: Is the software stable?
The software is very stable!
If the program crashes does it take the controller with it until the program restarts?
When the program crashes, you have to restart the software, and your back mixing again.
Can I run a second room with it (booth control)?
What do you mean by second room?
There are other mixers with all the capabilities that I need and will operate regardless of a software hiccup, and although the video effects and transitions have my mouth watering, Mixvibes price on the software alone is way above what the competition is charging for their complete solution.
Actually the Vfx software is a reasonnable priced solution compared to other software on the market. If you think about it this way, this software is really great, it will allow you to do great vjing sets, if you decide to buy it, you will be using the same software as Tiesto!
Keep in mind that I'm not knocking the program, I want this program, and I'm trying to iron out where it fits in with what I want to do. Thanks for your help
You're right, i would do the same if i were you. Hope all my answers will help you out in your decision making process!