The RMX-100 has been reborn – AlphaTheta welcomes next-gen effects processor RMX-IGNITE

Back in 2012, the release of the RMX-100 quickly left its mark on the DJ scene. Its ability to shape sound and process effects in real time was a game changer, amounting to a top-class reputation as a favourite amongst DJs and producers across the globe. Now, the effects unit has been reimagined for the next generation of DJs: enter the RMX-IGNITE.

Designed by AlphaTheta, the RMX-IGNITE breathes new life into the original RMX-100 unit. Loaded with a slew of new effects, an enhanced sampler section, 3-Band FX, the RMX-IGNITE is set to let your creativity run wild – and, thanks to its array of clear, large knobs and levers, its an intuitive way of physically ‘feeling out’ and producing a cracking live track.

The RMX-IGNITE is preloaded with 20 samples, which can all be processed live without the need for any computers or DAWs. If you’re keen to load on more samples, you can do so with the unit’s Sample Manager software, which allows you to load samples via a USB drive.

The PRO DJ LINK network also allows you to synch samples to your unit remotely, as well as allowing you to synch your BPM to your arsenal of other DJ gear.

In terms of your samples, each can be easily loaded to four trigger pad buttons, which can be played individually or layered to your tastes. Samples can also be tweaked via a Sampler Colour FX knob, which can add a pinch of character, with options ranging from Echo and Swing to Space and Delay.

There’s also a slew of Sample Roll triggers to adjust the rhythmic and timing intervals of your samples. The unit also has a new Groove Roll feature, which can also add a little extra spice to your samples.

In terms of the effects on offer, there are six unique Lever FX to play with: Echo, Juggle, Reverb, Reverse, Solo and Stretch. Then, the Lever FX section allows you to flick between your set effects via its three unique levers.

There are also six Isolate FX abilities, which can be applied to your low, mid and high frequencies. There’s Drive, Ducker, Echo, Filter, Rhythm and Tape Reverb options, which should allow room for plenty of experimentation.

In terms of the RMX-IGNITE’s 3-Band FX section, there are two types of effects available to play with: Lever FX and Isolate FX. Either can be applied to your high, mid and low frequency bands, as well as easily being able to combine with the six effect types on offer.

You can apply each to the high, mid, and low frequency bands independently, and freely combine up to 6 types of effects. With sub-parameter knobs for tonal adjustment, you can shape track progressions and deliver rich, expressive performances.

Elsewhere, the RMX-IGNITE also has a Release Echo, which can be triggered with the push of a very large, glowing button. It allows you to reset your sound smoothly, with an echo tail leading you back to your baseline original track.

In terms of connectivity, the unit supports digital send/return connections with the DJM-A9 and DJM-V10 mixers. This can be done via a single USB cable to the MULTI I/O terminal. The unit is also kitted out with the latest DSP and high-grade audio converters, which AlphaTheta assures will provide “professional-level” sound quality thanks to the unit’s 96 kHz/64-bit DSP processing.

The RMX-IGNITE is available now for £1,039, which includes 3 months of Loopcloud.