To use this feature via the performance modes, simply tap the pad option. This will immediately trigger an auto loop.

The modes include Hot Cue, Auto Loop, Touch FX, Sampler, Slicer, Bounce Loop, Neural Mix and Looper. With the exclusion of slicer, which requires further setting up on the iPad, these functions all work well. The integration with Algoriddim Djay’s display however could heavily be improved upon.Flexible powering options: connect a regular USB power supply, power bank or laptop (optional USB power supply available as accessory) Incl. USB cable, RCA cable and instruction manual *An internet connection and a Tidal Premium or HiFi subscription, Soundcloud Go+ subscription is required. The mixer comes with several large FX paddles that can be used to control some effects. It’s not much, but it’s definitely something and even is reminiscent of some of those higher-end scratch mixers out there.

We’ll go over the performance pads a bit later, but for now, it’s safe to know that they feel surprisingly good considering the amount of space they have, as well as the overall cost. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced DJ, the Reloop Buddy offers you full control over your mixes thanks to powerful features including the intuitive pad section consisting of 8 performance modes (hot cue, auto loop, touch FX, sampler, slicer, bounce loop, Neural Mix™, looper), dedicated loop controls, a flexible effect section with FX paddles (hold & toggle), and responsive jog wheels for precise mixing and scratching. NEURAL MIX™ This “slices” the current eight beats and spreads them across the pads, and lets you play from the start of each beat by tapping its corresponding slicer pad.

Build Quality

It’s fun! Everything you need is here, and paired with an iPad, you have a very portable and pretty powerful DJ system.