Mixon 8 Pro - review

It’s pretty easy: Reloop Mixon 8 Pro - How to update the Firmware? Did You Know? (Tutorial) - YouTube

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The Shift + Tap doesn’t seem to be toggling between Neural Mix and Effects Mode. I have engaged the effects but can’t seem to get the Neural Mix to engage. I’m using the new Mixon 8 w/ a new Ipad Pro

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Does anyone know if the Mixon 8 supposed to charge the ipad or mac?

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@ed-dj I can confirm that the Mixon 8 Pro charges the iPad or iPhone when connected to the USB-C jack on the unit. Not sure about Mac, but I’m pretty sure I recall someone at Reloop saying the USB-C provides enough power to charge a MacBook as well. Just make sure you’re using a high quality USB-C to C cable that’s capable of power delivery.

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@Bryan_Swan yeah, contrary to what the manual says, this is not how it was implemented for djay. There is no toggle mode between FX and Neural Mix in the current firmware version. I ended up remapping the 3 FX knobs so they control Neural Mix EQs. Then I moved the FX W/D to a Shift layer. Not as nice as having a proper toggle mode like with the Performance Pads.

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I reached out to Reloop about the mapping issues and they confirmed that they are aware of the issues and should be fixed with a DJay update coming soon.

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Reloop just released a firmware update along with djay 4.1.9

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It has finally landed in my country. Going to pick it up this week.

@Slak_Jaw and others, can you please post some comments on the audio quality? I found exactly zero reviews online saying anything meaningful on the topic.

I’m especially interested in a comparison with the Mixon 4 if that’s possible, as I was a bit underwhelmed with the audio interface(s) (e.g buzzing on the headphone, sharp mids) in that one.

@Mister_Tuur I’m afraid I can’t provide much in the way of side-by-side audio quality comparison since I only have a Reloop Ready available to me at the moment. Quality is definitely better than the Ready, but that’s not saying much as the audio quality on the Ready is certainly not spectacular.

Having said that, I’m very happy with the Mixon 8 sound quality. No headphone buzzing or sharp highs on my unit at least. Output level is clean and loud to my ears.

Cheers mate. Much appreciated!

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Hi there!

I’m looking to purchase the Mixon 8 Pro as an upgrade for my Reloop Beatpad2 (which I have loved). Can anyone tell me if the Recording function works in the software with Mixon 8 Pro? I’m asking as it does not work with my Pioneer DDJ-SX3.

Cheers Mark

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@Mark_Fuller yes, the recording function in djay Pro AI works with the Mixon 8 Pro. I could be wrong, but I’m pretty sure the recording function in djay is 100% independent of the connected hardware.

Please note, however, that internal recording in djay is disabled when using streaming services due to licensing restrictions. If you want to record your set while using tracks from streaming services you’ll need to use an external recording device.

Thanks @Slak_Jaw. Great to know as it does not work with my Pioneer DDJ-SX3 and displays “External Mixer” when plugged in. That’s not the case with my Beatpad2 that is 100% supported.

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Quick question
Is there a way to actually use the mic (1 or 2) without switching the switch to the mic? If that’s not an option then it’s a problem…kind of defeats the whole purpose of having 4 channels and not being able to use them at the same time you use the mic.
I really hope there is a work around on this :frowning:

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I believe the mics do only get routed to channels. On the plus side though you have more control. I only use one mic so doesn’t effect me as much as still leaves 3 channels.

Mixon 8 is so good, you’ll love it :heart_eyes:

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@athanlive when the Mic switches are turned On the audio is routed through Channel 3 or Channel 4. When the switches are Off, these channels work as normal. The Mic’s are not routed directly to the Master.

Well, you do have 4 channels. And they are switchable over a wide range of inputs.

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Personally, I rarely use a Mic these days. However, back when I did, I preferred this setup because it provides more control over the audio signal without having to add more controls to the hardware. EQing and FX for example. In my workflow, there was never a time where I was mixing 4 decks and needed to use the Mic at the same time. Although, I imagine there are some people who do this.