because it’s not a clone..
It’s kind of a small, phat aero without wifi.
Also, -1000 on the old-looking-hawtin doppleganger using 128kbps mp3s in the video..
I think that’s a reference to the fact that it’s kinda hybrid midi/analog, where the mixer section is analog (external mixing) even when using Traktor/VDJ, rather than MIDI.
Basically, it’s a kinda “meh” controller, where it fills a particularly niche (specifically, the mobile DJs who might need to mix off a bunch of different sources) but doesn’t excel in any one particularly category. They did say it was pretty sturdy though, all-metal construction which is always a good thing.
This is a product by a DJ equipment OEM called Hanpin. These companies have purchased and released the model with minimal changes. Pretty sure you could also find it under the Akiyama and Voxoa brands as well.
The VFD displays give it away. They’ve been using that display for years. Look at the Radius line of CD players for instance. Still, Hanpin generally makes good products, so that’s not a knock. Just wanted to explain why several companies have the same looking product.
yep there hanpin, along with older stanton and dj-tech, zomo et. al… it’s all about money.. reloop pay more so get better quality components.. Personally I like reloop! I have had a DJ3, DJ2 and contour IE.. I just though MDC worked for their marketing team.. Now I’m not so sure…