James Hype On How To Mix With Four Decks, Hot Cues, Looping & EQs | How I DJ, Powered By Pioneer DJ

James Hype is the latest artist in the return of our How I DJ series, powered by Pioneer DJ. In this episode, he shares DJ tips and techniques including mixing on four decks, creative use of EQ, loop and cue points, using in-ear headphones for monitoring and more.
Timeline
0:00 Intro
0:56 How to mix with four decks
2:13 Hot cues
6:25 Looping
11:09 Mixer section
15:22 In-ear monitoring
16:41 Outro
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Learned so much in this one! Loving this series!

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Hey Carlo big fan

[@theworldthroughmyeyes26]

James is a legend, bit like yourself carlos

[@dirgangga]

love from indonesia

[@rizlagold]

I learned a few things from your videos. Thanks for the effort!

[@calebeperazza7527]

This video made me change my mind about James Hype. Despite not liking the genres he normally plays, the guy is undoubtedly skilled. And I was under the impression he was a jerk, but he seems to be quite a normal guy. #respect

[@AK69dj]

Same! The way he does sometimes sort of looks like he has this superhero complex, but tbh after watching this my mind is also changed, and his skill level is out of this world, so yeah maybe he deserves a little bit superstar status :P

[@d-nodnb6487]

James Hype is one of the most humblest guys ive meet, hes come so far! LETS GO HYPE FAM!

[@chrisb5839]

Deffo! I thought he was American! 😂

[@craigparry282]

He is down to Earth and has got skills. He works very hard. I purchased the Digital Dj Tips course and he is very open with sharing so many things he's learnt. His style might not be for all dj's but he does instill confidence for using and know your way around the decks.

[@JamesHype]

Thanks! I am truly grateful to be here!

[@swackymusic]

Finally!!!! The master has exposed himself!!!

[@JamesHype]

That's what she said

[@keendnb]

@@JamesHype 🤣

[@nujaxx_]

@@JamesHype lmfao

[@lilchulochulito]

@@JamesHype loooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool

[@_spooks_dadeejay]

IM dead

[@saifadte1]

Dj mag award should be given to this guy.

[@jayjaxdj]

True !

[@2011r6]

Imagine a world where awards were given to people who actually meet the criteria for said award.

[@DJ-qu6cb]

How is this man not much bigger, humble and great mixing and remixing skills

[@stanyon]

Cuz the musics cheese af

[@Isa-qh3ue]

He destroys great tracks but like he says at The beginning of the video

[@coryclark3784]

This didn’t age well. James hype is poppin of. 2 sets at EDC this May. And #1 song rn

[@ignatemilian2716]

@@coryclark3784 Hell yeah

[@e1han03]

@@stanyon Spotify charts say otherwise...

[@samwicks5058]

The music and style is really not my cup of tea, but huge respect for James after watching this. He’s clearly worked very hard to get to where he is and I dread to think the hours that man must spend setting cues and loops in rekordbox.

[@Merlijn83]

Same.

[@mars437]

Totally agree! James has a special talent to do what he does on the decks. I personally would hate to have to prepare my sets as much as he does, but I understand that kind of preparation is needed for his style of DJing.

[@sginrummy88]

James does a lottttt of prep work. He doesnt improv his sets at all, and thats okay. hes amazing at what he does.

[@Harte105]

Absolute legend. Genuinely down to earth guy. Proper northerner. Class act

[@JamesHype]

haha up north crew

[@navymikeh]

Yes brother

[@PlethoTechno]

A five hour gig and he said he showed up with like 40 tracks. I love that. I have a whole new respect for him. I knew he was good but he is also very normal and humble.

[@leax_stone]

I tought I was the only DJ using the "mono split" haha Now there is someone I can relate to ! What a legend

[@SU4STE]

In my opinion the best DJ in these days. Most of the DJs only focus in produce music but he has a great technique.

[@jonathanchia9167]

pity he cant scratch. laidback luke has been doing this for 10 years ever since hes first pioneer dj sound show. The tricks shown here are already done before, just that pity he cant scratch. Also speaking of best DJs. this is the king of djs, masterclass kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZKchpuXisqDo5o

[@silviutudorescu8114]

It's insane the amount of work this guy puts in to prep his sets. Takes a lot of time to prepare each of the tracks in rekordbox and then deliver on stage, mad respect!

[@noblesoul9120]

Fun fact: James wasn't in the top 100 for DJ Mag this year. Like how bro. He's one of the only producer DJ's that actually makes it on the top 10 list for me as far as skill based DJ's in my opinion.

[@CARS_NI123]

ikr

[@CARS_NI123]

ikr

[@cvanley]

Yep Crazy

[@fitz_nz]

It's because the Top 100 DJ list is a popularity contest and has nothing to do with mixing skill unfortunately

[@CARS_NI123]

@@fitz_nz ikr thats right

[@axollner6722]

Its not that complicated, its all about a good musical ear and being well preparated. I think James Hype is one of the best DJs because he's making that work before every set!

[@francescog53550]

Ok so basically he’s like 20 seconds into the mix and he’s already playing all 4 decks... Monstrous!

[@CARS_NI123]

ikr

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[@paolom.6011]

And I haven't seen him touch the sliders whatsoever, so he's using technology to beatmatch for him or using the same bpms.

[@francescog53550]

@@paolom.6011 He only uses quantize, no sync in sight

[@stephensiddal5639]

@@francescog53550 of course he uses sync

[@Tikkawrap]

I have never seen anyone manipulate so much music in such a short space of time ,absolutly tremendous 👏

[@thomasmclaughlin22]

That is next level. My brain is fried trying to keep up with how he’s was doing that

[@dominicwiffin4392]

This was a great interview and tutorial. More I watch James Hype versus some other DJs the more I like. So much planning, practice and creativity. Smooth transitions are great but with the new DJ tools available I love to see the creative stuff! Keep smashing it man 👌🏻

[@bigc6099]

I never get bored watching this guy play. He’s class 👌🏻

[@kristofersarelind4458]

So I have been watching dj videos and gears and production like non stop for a month now, first now I noticed James , hats of man, I was just getting this overwhelmed feeling and now the fish is back in the water. Just awesome thanks for inspiring me back-on-track.

[@marjot87]

This setup costs more than my car 🤣

[@DJ-qu6cb]

about 2.5 per deck not sure bout the mixer

[@cosmicbaggy9637]

One deck is worth more than my car...

[@luqueymartinez5260]

He's actually really good at explaining 😂

[@electronomist]

What he says about learning from open format djing... its all about reading the crowd and learning from that. Was the hardest part of djing live learning. Love this video

[@Froggin87]

I love hearing more in depth about James hype so awesome!

[@samwicks5058]

The music and style is really not my cup of tea, but huge respect for James after watching this. He’s clearly worked very hard to get to where he is and I dread to think the hours that man must spend setting cues and loops in record box.

[@Hamiltron]

He's really good explaining everything. Seems like a chill guy

[@MrFartPants]

Fair play to James. Wasn’t expecting him to be such a tidy guy. Not my style but he is clearly highly skilled. Changed my mind about him after watching this. Deserves all his success and wish him all the best

[@thilla9317]

Enjoyed watching the actual mix the 2nd time round more watching for all the little things James was talking about here!

[@fromaroundthewizzle]

I’ve been around house music and DJing since 1989 and i must say i have a whole new love for the art since following james hype,so refreshing to see the mad skills and the way he remixes on the fly,who does this.

[@JamesHype]

Thanks mate! This is amazing

[@r3versalmusic444]

James Hype is an incredibly talented artist. Very informative! Keep it moving JH!

[@Encrypted_user_]

Wicked!! Love James. Just discovered him a few weeks ago on a Pioneer DJ episode during lock down. 🥳

[@bernardlemay8563]

Thanks so much for this! James Hype uses the decks like no other

[@kjwworldwide]

Wow!!! I took the intro of this very deep. Everything happens for a reason. James thought dj equipment was remix/production equipment and it has shaped the way he dj's in very unique amazing ways. Imagine if people laughed at James or didn't take him seriously. The more we love people, the more we let their uniqueness out and let them florish.

[@J.mac35]

This guy is unreal , down to earth and such talent 👌💪 HYPEFAM

[@sudiptadass4047]

Love his techniques of mixing 😍

[@kerwinfernandes9583]

Very inspiring! Thanks James and DJ Mag, God bless yall! 🙂🙏🏼❤️

[@kellenhagen559]

met this dude before he played club liv after watching his tutorials/streams for a long time. such a genuine dude and so extremely talented.

[@makattak1969]

What a lovely guy, totally frank, right on the button and a great way of explaining things...

[@DJGeosmin]

I have alot of respect for djs who prepare sets. I just turn my system on, throw on a record and go from there sure, I have to be dead on with track selection on the fly, but guys who can prepare 4 deck sets are on another level

[@djbeazy]

Great video. Thanks for sharing tips.

[@sontorrdj8769]

Finally. True mastery and passion🔥🔥🔥

[@storyandsoundscape8859]

Phenomenal video. Thanks for sharing this knowledge and these techniques with us.

[@djsadol]

This is REAL DJ, be the inspiration for the New and the old too, congratulations for the great job in mixing... 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@LV-bf5dx]

So much buildup for a simple drop, but none the less very impressive

[@LP00151987]

King of RB James Hyped 🔥🔥🔥

[@Jon.Dommett]

Can't wait for this! 🙌

[@ThatGuy-rl8hi]

The video I've been waiting for. Can't wait to watch this again and soak it all in.

[@jpburguete8466]

FINALLY THE VIDEO I WAS WAITING FOR!

[@ThEgAmInG3Eak111]

gotta love james hype such an inspiration and i feel like i can relate both from merseyside and have similar storys to why we started DJing much love james keep up the hype brother💙💯👌🏽

[@grubbytech]

Really insightful video. I’ve taken a lot from this James.

[@louieoliva8549]

Great description and right on point. Thanks James.

[@Flex-jy2xf]

I'm so happy this video exists 😂🔥

[@GermishGuy]

This was absolutely amazing!

[@filiprangus5826]

Sick!! Please keep doing these and tell DJs to tell more stories of their beginnings, I find them extremely valuable and inspiring!

[@_mueve]

James hype is a beast, that intro mix was crazy

[@dsailorman1]

I"m DONE. I never even imagined. You really gonna put in some work but just listening to the hot cues... I heard 3 other arraignments that are possible!!! WoW!! Thanks! And then QUANTIZE for the joint! I gotta lot of work to do!

[@bogoodski]

The level of professionalism and passion this due brings to his craft. Much respect

[@FestivalBarbie]

I appreciate this video sooo much !! I love his vibe he so chill!! Perfect song to end the vid Bravo Mr. Hype 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@studerfranz]

Master at work. Really impressive!

[@T33VO]

Amazing Thanks James Hype & DJ MAG

[@IanDeQuadros]

Really, really great video! Totally get what he's saying about using Serato / Traktor but there's loads of stuff I can use in my 4 deck Traktor set up too. Thanks!

[@robdawg86]

Damn, I like James hype even more after this video! This dudes real. Love it.

[@djsyntrix]

Respect mate, let's keep the vibes going!

[@djkarlthomas]

Very good video, love to see how James structures a mix.

[@tomprice4016]

This dude knows his craft. Props.

[@ianyunis3580]

Learned so much wow. James Hype is insane

[@jamieharper-thorp1958]

The skills of this man- insane!

[@djpurplefreakdjpurplefreak1710]

Yesssss Lets goooooooo 💜🔥💜🔥💜🔥💜🔥💜🔥💜🔥

[@oscarsalgado1238]

Thanks bro big fan here, I'm practicing all your tricks everyday getting used to the four decks.

[@EmanueleMele]

He his unique. He brings the game to the another level 🔝 🔥

[@johannesr8709]

This dude is mental haha The fact he has the master on the right and mix on the left ear is crazy haha mad respect!

[@heriport6654]

plus the fuckin monitors on each side....

[@OiVinn-eq1ml]

DJ Hype is one of the most talented DJ's alive! His style & skills are beyond this world!

[@AshGoldn]

I LOVED watching this. Cheers fella

[@djaurelijano9360]

James Hype is a beast!

[@DeeJayAARonYT]

Thanks James, so helpful man 🤟🏿🙏🏿

[@fctinmaz]

amazing! respect to James!

[@soundmaker8014]

Thats so helpfull thanks!!🔥

[@LostYogi]

18 minutes of pure gold!

[@Avatar15243]

my favorite masterclass

[@DjEloy]

Very nice insight on how to create epic drops!

[@ADesignersLife]

Proper example of modern DJing! 👏🏻

[@simonbrown6903]

Really great video and fun to watch. Nice one!

[@ensembleanalytics]

Not only ridiculously good, but seems like a decent guy too. Great video!

[@chris12321222]

Now this is content!

[@Alexander-jm1oi]

"a D j O n L y P r E s S e S s O m E b U t T o N s ". The creativity that is needed to pull out mixes like this is insane. Also the ability of the mind to perform it in excellence, in a live gig where the anxiety and the pressure from the crowd are heavy, is admirable.

[@1chrisanderson]

3:56 my Denon gear has the Slicer feature which is really intuitive and fun for this kinda stuff

[@paulnicholas8857]

James, you are a Musician. Respect

[@UltraFlexGyms]

James is an amazing DJ 🙌🙌🙌

[@DJEthanStone]

Really honest and helpful info here. Right on man.

[@michaelnatenzon9992]

The mix is insane

[@munksman101]

Amazing!!!

[@SoireeSounds]

THIS is fantastic! Love it!

[@Peter7269i]

unbelievable DJ, he's wired differently

[@djcalvin681]

Incredible skills , bravo

[@twentyfourrabbits]

Amazing 🔥

[@mickqQ]

I remember watching DJ trixx mix with 4 decks in a club in NI, using vinyl… mind blown😵‍💫

[@MrDsouza007]

This serie is amazing

[@raffaelebistanti7952]

🧨🧨🧨🔝Loving this series!

[@headphonetribe]

Didn't learn anything new but felt every bit of that, especially sorting things out without the internet.

[@eliotmansfield]

Nice one - especially the down-lo on the in-ears