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The intro should 100% stay! I have always loved it! Its part of your signature

I've seen Luke perform to +400 000 people on his iPhone and the ravers of Paris were having the time of their lives during Techno Parade. It was mindblowing and legendary !!!

Just wanted to add; I think it's great that you're working and promoting this set-up. You obviously have the cash to buy a "flagship" set-up many times over, but this will allow a whole generation of aspiring dj's to get started with minimal outlay. Bravo, sir!

I love the fact that you can setup cue points on your songs through your phone, since it’s always so time consuming. It’s so convenient because next time you’re bored and waiting in line somewhere, instead of wasting time with entertainment to pass the time, you can continue to work on your craft since it’s all capable of being done at the touch of your fingertips. Glad you’re helping revolutionize this technology Laidback Luke. 🙌🏼

As a kid growing up I always wanted to start Djing but never could afford the equipment. Stuff like this is a game changer!

I absolutely love and admire how you embrace new technologies for your sets. I can relate to the "hate" you might get from the purists cause I've personally had my share of that first when I switched to CDs, and then when I started using traktor (even with vinyl timecode). It amazes me that some people still fail to understand that the gear is irrelevant at this point and what matters is that we keep the crowd happy, and the clubs packed. Thanks to you I re-discovered Denon and got myself a little Prime Go a couple of years ago. If the promoter can provide a Pioneer or a Denon set up I'll use it. If they can't I bring my traktor set up (two Kontrol D2's). And if its a small club or a smaller town where no "big" set ups are available for rent I just bring my Prime Go. And the crowd doesn't care as long as we keep delivering good music. I love to see you showcasing this newer set up too, it looks like a great option for portability and the app looks powerful too. Much love from Mexico!

I would really like to see a 2023 mixtour with usbc to usbc to connect iphone or iPad, 4 more buttons for each deck so you don't have to press shift all the time and pushed rotary mixer buttons so you toggle on/off the stems. If you are not a scratch dj, iPad and a controller with audio interface is the best solution in my opinion.

I’m enjoying the Reloop mixtour for years now. I have about 11 mixers to choose from at home. Rotary mixers, controller mixers, vintage mixers and DIY rotary mixers but the mixtour is by comfort my number 1! Some years ago I bought 2 mixtours(1 as a backup) but a year ago I sold the second one, new and still in the box. I have never had trouble with the number 1(I even used it outdoors running on a powerbank for 13hours)

I am impressed with this setup. Flexible and cheaper than traditional setups. I like you because you don't stick to a specific system but you constantly try new systems and technologies that suit you better. My opinion is that you are moving in the right direction. There will always be people who say that to be a DJ you have to play with cdjs or turntables, but they are stuck in the past. The world changes rapidly and you adapt accordingly. I always learn something new from you in each of your videos. I'm waiting for the next one! 🙂

I love this! I’ve been waiting for someone to push the boundaries. Keep these videos coming. So interesting.

Love the way you explain everything so clear, love the content!

Mindblowing Luke keep up the good work

Thanks for bringing the classic intro and outro to your vlogs :D Please keep it

Love hearing the old intro and ending, also a super cool and innovative setup, thanks for sharing!

I'm a mostly self taught DJ that took some pointers from your 'In the mind' series and fixed places I went wrong, and I've always loved your appreciation for technology. This is a cool video that even doubles as a mini tutorial. Definitely wanna check this out, at least for sake of never having to carry much when I don't have to. also "it's not about the kitchen, it's about the chef" really hits. Keep doing what you do man!

I love that "dedicated dad" thing. Your kid has to be sooo proud!

Good on for you doing what you do Luke! Pioneer to the industry. ❤

Yay! He's using the Reloop Mixtour!

Well you’ve convinced & inspired me Luke! Just purchased the Mixtour & the software. Looking forward to learning. Thank you

Bless up! Nice item Luke, love it.

I have used traktor for many years and decided to buy the traktor z1, x2 and f1 controllers, have a digital setup, then I bought the traktor s8 where it reminded me that it was going to be the future of djing, the reloop mixtour with djay pro makes me remember even that, if I were to go from one software to another I would move with djay pro, now I am more familiar and together with your video it makes me still feel on point, many colleagues tell me that they would not feel comfortable without jogwheels but if they don't try and don't leave their comfort zone they will never know, a lot of respect for you Laidback Luke I have been following you for years and you are an inspiration

So great to see those old intro & outro! Please keep on doing them

this is very interesting , thank you

Many THANKS for these explanations ! MIXTOUR is such a BEAST under a shy look !

Wow. Thx LL. Love the into & outro. ,,

This is such an excellent example that you don't need a million dollar controller or dj decks to be considered a pro level dj .. At the end of the day its all about playing good music that counts , and if your set up is as portable as this its such a great advantage...Not to long ago djs where only spinning records with no cue points ,no fx . no music selection at this level .. This would be considered a miracle not to long ago... The future looks bright for the new generation of djs and this videos is a great example of what's to come ..Great video Luke 👍

I used the Traktor Z1 for a while with the Traktor DJ iPhone app. It was solid. I had a lot of fun with it.

I used it on a tablet and it works like money! Highly recommend it if you want to have a minimal console and create a set on a plane trip, you can!

Wow, an amzing setup. Well, if it fits your style than why not. Thank you Luke for always sharing.

I really think djay Pro is going to increase in use. DJing off of your phone or tablet is going to be much more common especially since the app works so well with a lot of other DJ hardware.

This is amazing! I know know what I'm going to do for my Ceremony setup.

I love this video and its thoughtful explanation, which totally matches my feelings and I'm sure many others too. Thank you to Laidback Luke for putting this out. I'm sure it'll encourage new DJs to stick with what works for them, without feeling like they gotta conform to the old school Pioneer DJM900 and CDJs. Like a lot of people, I started out DJing with just an MP3 player and Virtual DJ - CDJs and Pioneers were totally unfamiliar to me. Even though over time there was pressure to switch to CDJs, they seemed outdated. So I went with the Reloop Mixtour instead for a more modern setup. Just unplug the RCAs from the mixer and you're good to go. For anyone commenting that the Mixtour only has 2 decks - Virtual DJ has four decks on software.

Thank you so much …. Been waiting for this a long time … I thought native will do this … amazing

I learned how to dj from this app. Before I could buy a “proper” controller this app taught me the fundamentals. And those fundamentals translated into producing. It’s so cool to me to see it being used in a festival setting. The gear is just a tool to accomplish a task. How creative you get with what you have is what will always set you apart. I believe that everything you need is within reach. You just need to look for it and know how to look differently at it.

Me myself switched from Traktor to DJay Pro AI some months ago. Since it also was my back up system I also have the Mixtour for a couple of years now already, actually shortly after it was released in early 2016 always loved the vision of an ultra portable yet powerful set up. Thing is I think the Mixtour has become a little bit outdated, cause it doesn‘t portray all the new amazing possebilites the app has to offer. Most of all I’m missing ways to control FXs and the presence of performance pads. So I had high hopes that Reloop was able to provide this with the Buddy and/or the Ready. What can I say…as much as I love the layout of those controllers I was shocked what a poor sound quality these controllers have. The Mixtour still sounds powerful and awesome und comparison after all these years. No competition! Ican only hope that with you on their team now, Reloop will take a new shot on releasing an ultra portable controller for all the key features of Djay Pro AI with professional sound quality and outputs.

Hats off for dropping this content. It is refreshing to hear someone so prolific to talk about this and to be using it at the level you do. It is a totally legit setup and I have been using the djay Pro for a long time and when it updated to the djay Pro AI it got even better. I have used the app with a Numark DJ2GO 2 loads of times and it is smooth and great to use. I also have a Prime 4 and would be happy to play out on either set up. Keep up the good work ✨💪✨

I LOVE the innovation and idea of this. Have been using my phone for the odd song request that I may not have, for years. BUT - I really have trouble depending on a phone or wifi connection for an entire night. Being in a major city, there's always always always, the chance of interference and signal drop. A phone with high capacity storage and tunes pre-loaded on it would work.

Already loving Djay pro. Nice to see, that it’s always about ‘the cook’ not about the kitchen, although I surely will miss platters to scratch, so I bring my reloop beatpad 2, which is a simular setup like in this video, only with platters😉. Love your video’s. Keep it up!

Proud of you!

I was septic and at the end of your video I'm convince you are absolutely right. No comparaison With the price of Equipment today ease and simple all in one whaow Reeloop are in the game impressive.

The type of DJ you are can define the tools you need and what you don't need. Like a tradesperson, you only take the tools you need and tools you don't need you can leave them behind. That way you can travel lighter and still get the job done. As they say 'Horses for courses'. 😀

Intro is nice and i really appreciate your demeanor!

Great video and thanks for doing this! I worked my way up from the original Pioneer SB to a mixer and TTs and now I'm working my way back to more portable gear. I've used DJay Pro in the past and have always been intrigued by the Reloop Mixtour. I'm past the point of needing to impress my peers with cool kit and this looks like an awesome portable setup. Thanks again for all the insight and encouragement to think outside the box! 👊

Keep the intro, love it!

Yesssss the old intro is awesome!

THIS IS AWESOME! Thanks so much for sharing your setup, I been playing on djay pro AI for a few years now and I really like the idea of holding shift and pitching up and down with cue/play. Would love to see something like watching you talk through a set as you do it. Thanks for all you do.

Love that the old intro is back!

I have been using jogless setup for a long time. Previously just using X1 and any mixer with an audio interface. And when Traktor released in iOS I used it as my backup or lightweight setup. Watching setups being used in big stages like Luke really shows there is a huge possibility that innovation like these will gain acceptance. If we give other brands or platform a try, we might find something useful.

Hi, I use the Mixtour together with my iPad as a backup system for 4 years now. Works great and has never let me down! I programmed the fx knob to be my tempo of the track....

I'm a mobile did and this would make an excellent back up system. I don't know if I could make it my main system LOL. But it looks amazing. Thank you for sharing this with us Luke!

Keep your intro! Love it. Missed it.

LETSSSS GOOO THE INTROOOO IS BACK🔥🔥🔥I really missed it hahahaha thanks Luke for reading the comments and considering them!

I've been following Laidback Luke in and out for years and if this guy says something is good it's good.

You are awesome!

Love this app! It's how I started learning like way back in 2018/19, back when you could stream Spotify on it. It's great!

This is pretty awesome, I was conditioned to want a big dj rig because it looks "cool", But I have all my music in my phone. With everything accessible from there, it makes sense to do it from there! Thanks for this video. Props for chasing new things!

Love the intro. You should keep it

Yessss finally!!! 😍😍😍

I like the intro. It's very personal and personable. I think this setup is really cool. I'd absolutely love to play around with it. I think the whole micro mobile DJ concept is very fun and having this or something similar would be very fun. I also like the looks of the Mixstream Pro Go, the DJControl Starlight and other super-compact options. I love my Prime 4 and I'm drooling over the Rane Four but miniaturization will never not be awesome.

good infomercial. Fun reloop promo.

I have my Mixtur for 5 years now, when it cost 180 euros, used it with Djaypro and my Ipad when I'm like in holidays or visiting friends so I can play just with a portable speakers or in wherever system and start a party just in minutes! Also use it for tiny gigs! The build quality is superb, works perfect! I really recommend the mixtour!

Luke to the highest bidder

Love the small setup. Can’t help thinking about a four channel mixtour though, would love something like that.

Nice work. I have the Traktor equivalents but they don't have all the features in one unit. Still use a DDJ1000 w Rekordbox but I'm using sync out of laziness and just like the ability to pay attention to other attributes... Blending, effects and other overlays. Glad to see sync based options being supported by the pros. Cheers

Omg the pic with deadmau5 and Steve lmaooo 😂

I opened up for you on Aug 4 at Noto Houston and was impressed when you were setting it up right next to me. Lol Good stuff ! 🤙

I’m playing my next festival on that. I’m sold

jij blijft altijd een voorsprong op de rest!!! 🙏🏻🙌🏻👐🏻🧘🏻‍♂️😎

Keep it!!!

Glad the “dedicated dad” part is back! I missed it!

Please keep the intro 🤣 much love from Madrid! 🙋🏽‍♂️

Seems like this is where the industry will go eventually and it's really a reduction in the barrier to entry as well but as a beginner it seems like a steep learning curve so I'll wait on it.But thanks for sharing! Truly interesting.

Definitely keep the intro! I was missing it

I follow you many years,and i can say you"re pioneer in industry! :)

I have started using an Akai AMX that I found used for $40 and was amazed how quickly I stopped missing the features of my larger controllers. It doesn't have cue points like the newer Mixtour but my laptop has a touch screen and I am currently programing a cheap midi controller to handle that. One advantage of the AMX that I hope they add to a version of the Mixtour is RCA inputs for running DVS when I do want decks (though now with HID over USB that isn't a must). Anyway, thanks for bringing attention to these small mixers. The phone connectivity has some advantages I wouldn't have thought of. I may have to look into a Mixtour if for nothing else than to have a powerful and intuitive backup system.

Well it’s really good to see a well known djay using not only the Reloop kit but also and particularly djay,,,I’ve been using it since it came out ,,,just retired my 8 year old Reloop beat pad 2,and managed to get a total bargain on the Reloop mixon 4 which is the upgrade to the beatpad2 ,,,,,yes in fact I used djay without a controller for around 3 years and was totally able to use it at parties and the occasional gig,,,,,,anyway for anyone who’s interested ,djay has actually taught me how to mix ,especiall as I’ve used it everywhere from at home but also travelling train, plane and coach have all been used with a pair of headphones and internet connection and just diving in and not worrying what it sounds like so that when I do a proper play out I’ve learnt techniques that can be used whilst totally love ,, intakes aswell lol,

keep that cool intro. ouh and its nice for new people to, like a quick introduction.

I've seen your set from Tomorrowland Winter. I think this setup could be a gamechanger. I was verry, verry sceptic about this "simple" setup, but WHOW! real nice! The only thing is, that I would miss a couple of direct buttons. The Filter an EQ, are the same knobs in another combination. I like to have it as different knobs. and I think, I would use it with a bigger tablet in place of my phone. In my small studio, I've got a pair of Turntables from Reloop, (RP7000 & RP7000MK2) I like them very much. I don't want to change them for SL1200's. Reloop is not the cheap version of a "OEM Technics".

Thank you, LBL for the channel and all you do for dance music/producers/dj's. One thing that stands out to me the most in this video is that not only are you showing that the system can be more simplified and compact yet powerful but the other point you're making is that the barrier to entry is becoming lower and lower and almost non-existent. I used to want to buy CDJs but realized I would probably never get that much money unless I hit the lotto. I was always set on a Traktor or a Pioneer controller but now I can just use my phone and a mixer. That's incredible. Where do you think DJ Software/Music Streaming will go? I have Apple Music. I see you can use Tidal but don't want to switch streaming services. Do you think apple may collab with or buy a DJ software company or perhaps create their own at some point? I know they are in the production space with Logic and GarageBand but would love to see them offering DJ software or at least their music streaming to a DJ company.

I'm using an AKAI AMX with a small laptop... first I missed some kind of platters, coming from vinyl... but now it's the ultimate portable setup... the AMX even has EQ touch knobs to program many functions when in touch mode...

Luke, thank you for taking the time to share this content with us. I tried this setup a long time ago when Spotify was a cloud music option inside the djay app, it was the greatest solution around, there was no need to carry any music at all! When Spotify was no longer an option I stopped using it. The app has potential but it also has some drawbacks, you won't have any luck playing anything if you have events where cell phone signal or wifi are an issue (venues made of metal or concrete, ranch homes, huge events in a dessert, just to name a few real world examples). The only way I see myself using this setup again is if I can plug in my external 4TB drive filled with music. The app requires an internet connection otherwise it's completely useless!

Richie Hawtin was doing the DJing off iPad with Traktor a few years back too. Now he uses them a bunch in tandem with laptops and other analog stuff (depending if he's doing Plastikman or not)

With the controller is pretty good now. I like it 👍🏻

we did enjoy that and keep on saying that as your intro videos...

thanks for bringing the intro back after the convo at marquee 😅

Bought a mixtour on the strength of your previous teaser vids. Thanks for showing how you have programmed the midi on the mixtour - I’ll be making those immediately. (I didn’t think to add nudge functionality like you have , I was going to use pads on my sp404.. DOH!!!) Brilliant video Keep the intro too ;)

Best intro best real dj 🫡

Truly missed that intro Luke!

Wow! I remember that controller! I still want it. it's as mobile as it gets! I love my Prime Go and Roland 707m for some of the same reasons you are using this setup but I still have platters. Great video

Amazing video Luke! Love seeing how after all these years you keep pushing forward! I love the intro and think you should keep it ! Reminds me that there’s more to life than just wanting to be “Superstar DJs” (: Have you seen or thought about @Reloop RMP Scratch MK2 ? Not sure on the size but should give you platters without being super huge and should just work w your set up. ⅃,,,,L L’s Up! Stay safe traveling and get yourself a Starbucks Chai Tea !

Good that you mentioned Traktor. Even before I owned Serato, and once mp3s became a viable DJ format, I was using Traktor with a similar controller from M-Audio. So that idea is old. It worked but the hands on jog/turntable control was a sacrifice. Like you said, you can't exactly scratch with that and I remember thinking, touch screen control would be a potential solution. The new idea here is the phone and what DJAY app unlocks! It has a capability of doing DVS. The AI stems stuff is a game changer. And the mobile preparation use case is HUGE. I am not a professional DJ, which means I spend my hours sitting at a computer doing a job - away from my DJ gear. Even just being able to listen to the exact same library that I use to DJ would be good, without needing to sync anything. You definitely got me thinking..

9 years ago, I bought my first DJ controller: a small Hercules DJ Control Instinct. It had only the bare necessities, which are extremely similar to what you have here plus two tiny platters. This video demonstrates perfectly the big problem with this controller, that ultimately pushed me to something larger: You don't have enough buttons. every control on your deck has 2, 3, maybe even 4 different functions depending on which other modulator button you press or hold. I could never get used to this, it held me back immensely. It prevented me from doing tight tricks that required access to both Hot Cues and Loop Buttons. It meant I couldn't use the gain knob as I had to remap it to a pitchbend. Half of my EQ was remapped to other functions. It was a wonderful device to get started in the art of DJing, and to fire up a hunger for more, but I could never do any more complex things with it. To this day, my Pioneer SB2, a controller with 4 virtual decks and only 2 channels, holds me back significantly because of the hindered access to the faders on the secondary decks, so I simply do not use them. If you can manage to maintain the same complexity and quality of your unscripted livesets, you have my highest respect. Though I find it hard to believe anyone could reduce their control interface to such a tiny fraction without simplifying their mixing style. I see the benefits of having the DJ software on your phone instead of a laptop or the deck itself, but I don't see the broader scene moving to controllers that are THIS simply anytime soon.

I could never go away from decks, I love PLAYING on decks, I find it satisfying, I don't know why.

This is really cool! Thank you for this informed tutorial! I definitely have to purchase this. I am a mobile DJ-Vocalist (singer) playing events, bars, weddings, etc. And easy transport is my thing as it's just me alone setting up...I currently use the Pioneer DJ WEGO4 w/a tablet due to it's easy transport and I actually like it a lot but for more basic mixing & FX obviously due to my genres. NO ONE has ever said, "hey get off that stage, your controller isn't big enough!" I see so much hate on my device online etc...but for ME it does the JOB and gets me PAIDDD either way. My favorite quote I live by is ...."ITS NOT WHAT YOU DO, ITS HOW YOU DO IT" and that certainly goes for the entertainment industry...it's ABOUT THE MUSIC. THE VIBE. AND CAN YOU KEEP IT GOING? Personally, I think it's more of a "look cool" factor in other genres like EDM, etc. to have this enormous equipment to look "busy" on stage.. thankfully, I don't need the extra help of that fortunately. NOBODY in my audience cares about equipment. They just want to DAAAAAANCE people or have a great time 😊 🤗 I've even had DJ's from other places in the world that have come up to me after my sets giving me praise for my work....and yes, from my "toy-like" device 😅 so thank youuuuuu. It's nice to see other DJ's shed light on these awesome new-age devices.

Kudos for this approach Luke. I can imagine playing techno on this as transitions are longer, you have time to play with the device a bit. But mixing edm on this is higher level as I guess you need to do everything faster. Video got me thinking a lot, yet i know there are folks who reject this way of djing right away. Very interesting topic indeed....

I've played on Reloop Contour(interface edition) until i've messed up with AC adapter and plugged it in 12v one instead of 6v. Then i moved to ZOMO MC1000 (production date is 2011, bought new never opened for 99 euro in 2016) and it fit all of my needs, of course all of mine tracks is perfectly warped and i've set all the needed cue points in Traktor, i do not need a pitch fader and jogs for many years, All i need is 2/4 channel mixer. So, Reloop has been made the solid stuff before. Still waiting for Contour successor :) Couple weeks ago i've played on the CDJs first time in 10+ years, it was kinda scary bc i never touched rekordbox-based Pio players, the only thing i found missing is large laptop screen for better tracks search. So, hardware price doesn't matter anything, everything is rely only on your music taste and creativity.

What's happening luke? Of course, i like what you are doing and THANK YOU! For sharing your innovation with the rest of us. Change is inevitable people ; as Luke is demonstrating here. Like it or not we either adapt or stay behind. Cell phone DJ ing is an interesting concept and it simplifies our job as DJ's ; as a demonstrated by luke. Thanks brother Luke and keep on Rocking !!!!

🤩much luv for this one ☝️ I’m a musician bass player and this set up is perfect for me 👍👍👍🔥🔥🤓

@LL 1) yes, keep the intro! 2) if programming a few buttons blows your mind, you should take a look at what guys like Ean Golden were doing with Traktor back in the day… 3) the best chef can make an awesome and tasty meal with a scout knife, a wooden spoon and a dirty kitchen… dJay pro has some serious chops.

DJ DARQNYT3, DJ, Producer, Wing Chun Enthusiast, Best Granddad Ever! Yea, keep the intro Luke!!!