🎵 REVIEW #3 – The Reloop Mixon 8 Pro: A Controller for Creators, Not Just DJs

By Dre — Host of LmLw Radio | Music Selector. Playlist Curator. Vibe Maker.

Let me tell you something upfront: I’m not your typical DJ.

I’m not spinning in clubs or getting wedding receptions jumping. I’m Dre, the voice and vibe behind Love Music Love Wine (LmLw) Radio — a global, online radio space where music meets wine, coffee meets soul, and every note of every track is paired with something that hits the senses just right.

I curate. I select. I storytell.

And I do it with 2 terabytes of music, crates of vinyl, multiple streaming services, and now, the Reloop Mixon 8 Procontroller sitting at the heart of my setup. After weeks of live studio broadcasts and prepping for upcoming on-location events, I can confidently say this controller is the perfect companion for music selectors, radio hosts, and playlist curators who want to elevate their shows without needing to be turntable pros.

This isn’t just a DJ tool. It’s an experience enhancer.

🔧 5 New Features I’m Loving on the Mixon 8 Pro

1. 30 x 30mm Velocity-Sensitive Performance Pads

These pads feel like magic under your fingers. They’re responsive, colorful, and can trigger everything from hot cues to loops, samples, and remix slices. I use them to chop sections of tracks and build transitions that match the energy of the wines I’m featuring.

2. Scratch Bank Support (Serato Exclusive)

Even though I’m not scratching in the traditional sense, I love using this feature to load short loops, vocal tags, and sound effects into quick slots. When I need to drop a radio ID or sponsor tag into a set, it’s instant and clean.

3. Dedicated Loop Section with Visual Length Feedback

The loop section is clear and tactile, with LEDs that show you loop length and status. I can build tension or extend instrumental breaks to share wine tasting notes, all without needing to stare at a screen.

4. Slip Mode for Smooth Transitions

This mode is low-key brilliant. It lets a track keep playing underneath while I scratch, loop, or manipulate it — then jumps back into the song as if nothing happened. Perfect for keeping the groove intact during live radio when I want to get creative but not lose the flow.

5. Time Display Toggle (Elapsed vs. Remaining)

I know it sounds simple, but being able to toggle between elapsed and remaining time per track on the controller is so useful for timing my segments, wine notes, and ad spots during live broadcasts.

🌟 5 Fresh Use Cases for Non-DJs Who Want Serious Control

1. The Behind-the-Scenes Radio Operator

I run all of my own behind-the-scenes operations on LmLw Radio: music selection, transitions, radio ads, guest voice clips — everything. With four channels, I can run a backing track, talk live, cue the next track, and slide in a radio ad from my laptop. The Mixon 8 Pro keeps it all flowing smoothly.

2. The In-Person Experience Host

Whether I’m planning SIPS & Sounds or an upcoming tasting at the wineclub, I want to keep things flexible. With the Mixon 8 Pro, I can remix tracks live, stretch intros, or isolate vocals to match the mood in the room. People don’t just hear the music — they feel it.

3. The Vibe Curator for Dinner Parties and Private Events

You don’t need to be a pro DJ to control the mood of an evening. This controller lets you manage your playlist with flair: EQ the bass for a mellow vibe, drop a loop for a toast, or blend two tracks to glide into dessert. Total vibe control.

4. The At-Home Mixer Who Wants to Learn Remixing

With djay Pro’s stem separation and the Mixon’s layout, I’ve been able to remix songs right on the fly. I can strip out drums, rebuild a track, or loop a sax solo over a new groove. I’m not a producer — but I’m starting to feel like one.

5. The Audiophile Who Wants More Than Just a Playlist

If you care about sound and selection, this controller gives you high-resolution control over how everything plays out. Adjust your mixes. Work with WAVs and FLACs. Blend streaming tracks and vinyl. It puts you in the conductor’s seat.

🔊 Why LmLw Radio Is Advocating for Controllers Like This

Because the Mixon 8 Pro gives non-DJs like me the power to build immersive experiences.

I’m not just pressing play. I’m building stories, layering energy, and guiding listeners through a tasting, a conversation, and a full sensory ride.

I can easily:

• Run 4 different audio channels live

• Blend music with radio segments

• Isolate instruments to highlight a wine note

• Remix a song live to match the energy in the room

And all of that is possible without ever calling myself a DJ. This is gear for music lovers who want to do more than listen — they want to create.

So if you’re a selector, a collector, a vibe builder, or just someone with a big digital library and bigger ideas — the Reloop Mixon 8 Pro deserves your attention.

🎧 UPCOMING SHOWS – VIBE SCHEDULE

🗓️ Tuesday, July 08 - GET Funked (Pop-up)

🕗 7–9:30 PM EST

🎵 70s & 80s Funk

🍷 Live Wine Pairing TBD (because the funk will choose it)

🎧 Host: Dre - Selector & Playlist Curator

💬 Warning: Basslines may cause spontaneous dancing.

🗓️ Saturday, July 12 - PLAY music DRINK wine

🕛 12–2 PM EST

🎵 Funk + Blues

🍷 Wine Pairing: Château Belle Assise Coureau 2022

🎧 Host: Dre - Curating the funk with every pour

🍇 Rich, smooth, and Saint‑Émilion sexy. Don’t sleep on this bottle.

🗓️ Sunday, July 13 - BEANS & BEATS Sunday

🕘 10 AM–12:30 PM EST

🎵 Soul Disco

☕ Pairing: Homebrew Café Latte w/ Oaxaca Profundo Medium Roast Beans

🎧 Host: Dre - Fully caffeinated, completely curated

⚡ Start your Sunday with cream, beats, and joy.

🍷 WINE OF THE WEEK (JUNE 30 - JULY 06)

Château Belle Assise Coureau 2022 | Saint‑Émilion Grand Cru

A Merlot & Cab Franc groove from the Right Bank of BordeauxTastes like: Plum, cherry, tobacco, cedar, violets, & spice - basically, a Curtis Mayfield bassline in a glass.Pairs with: Funk. Soul. Blues. Disco.

🎵 Because great wine deserves a legendary soundtrack.

📸 SCREENSHOT CHALLENGE:

Tag @lovemusiclovewine with #JazzIsNotDead and show us how you pour + vibe get a live shoutout on air! Full wine blog here → https://www.lovemusiclovewine.com/blog

More to come in Review #4 after we take the Mixon into a few on-location sessions. Until then — stay tuned, stay smooth, and remember: every sip hits a note.

Dre🎣

Host & Curator | LmLw Radio

🌐 lovemusiclovewine.com

📻 Where the groove meets the glass.