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The DLX Luxe IDOL is the newest offering from DLX Luxe and has arrived on the paintball scene with new technology and the excitement we have come to expect from this innovative company. The Luxe IDOL brings with it the widest range of changes in a single revision of the Luxe platform.

Features:

New 1.5″ full color side grip screen
New tool-less main grip
New ASA lever
New trigger
New board
New eye system
New improved core
And so much more

Barrel

Not since 2008 has the stock Luxe barrel been completely redesigned. This design overhaul brings a meticulously crafted barrel to seamlessly match the aesthetics of the marker while enhancing functionality. This unique design not only provides a distinctive appearance but also offers additional grip for easier removal and installation of the barrel.

To achieve the look and feel desired for the IDOL barrel back, we utilized a 3D machining process. This is not normally used on barrels due to cost, however it allows complex and clean cuts not possible with simpler machining methods.

We removed all external cutouts to improve the barrel's appearance and facilitate easier cleaning. The IDOL now comes stocked with two inserts: one Small Bore and one Large Bore, allowing you to match your paint and achieve optimal performance right out of the box. Our stock barrel is also FREAK XL compatible, offering a wide range of insert possibilities.

We have chosen to retain Luxe threading for the barrel-to-body connection. We believe Luxe threading is superior to industry standards, offering faster engagement and less susceptibility to damage due to its coarser double lead thread. Additionally, our Luxe threading is 3/8" shorter, reducing the overall required length of the breach and the marker.

Gripframe

Staying true to its signature premium feel and look, changes made to the grip frame enhance the tactile perception of quality while increasing ease of maintenance. No bulk, all function.

Luxe has eliminated all grip screws and snap grips for the IDOL model. A solid metal backstrap snaps into the frame, locking the newly designed grip firmly in place. The grip itself has been drastically altered, focusing on tactile feel, including changes to texture and material durometer. Screen placement was carefully considered to provide a consistent feel in both the left and right hand.

The removable backstrap changes how players access critical components of the marker, making usage and maintenance even easier than before. When the rear panel is removed, players can swap a battery, engage the tournament lock, or even charge or program the marker through the USB-C without tools.

Additionally, battery retention is no longer affected by grip wear, and the battery lock is now integral to the frame. Board contact terminals have also been upgraded to reduce sensitivity to shocks and battery positioning.

Internally, the grip frame was drastically redesigned to house the Luxe IDOL's electronic package but also to increase reliability. Additional water-sealing interfaces with the grip to further enhance debris resistance, and a repositioned micro switch prevents damage from misadjusted or aftermarket triggers.

Foregrip

Enhanced grip and durability accommodate different hand sizes, playing styles and shoulder positions. The redesigned foregrip and regulator cover bring increased comfort and flexibility to any player.

The IDOL foregrip panel locks into the body itself, eliminating the chance of obstructing barrel threads. The rear of the foregrip is deliberately flat to aid in marker indexing during high-stress situations and features additional milling to maximize contact surface.

Players who use a traditional grip will appreciate the finger spacing on the front grip panel, which is more aggressive than previous Luxe models yet does not restrict movement. Players with a freestyle grip or more non-traditional ergonomic demands will benefit from excellent spacing of the control surfaces and room provided for creative positioning.

With no bulky grip and no clunky plastic, the Luxe IDOL sets a new benchmark for marker handling. Designed around fitting the player, not just containing the components in the marker.

Bolt System

Integral changes have been made to the core of the Luxe IDOL, the spool, bolt guide, bolt, bolt-can, and fire chamber have all been updated to fine-tune fit, alignment, and shot quality. Some changes are readily visible, while others are less noticeable visually, each contributing significant improvements in function.

The overall stroke of the bolt on the IDOL has been extended, allowing for a multi-stage air release on the ball, reducing physical and pneumatic impact. This change enables the Luxe IDOL to effectively handle brittle and cold paint that other markers may struggle with.

In addition to the stroke, the IDOL bolt has been equipped with an "air skirt" at the base, further softening the pneumatic impact. This reduction of pneumatic impact means fewer micro-fractures are created on the ball's surface, thereby reducing the likelihood of barrel breaks.

The bolt face itself has also been altered to maximize flow and contact surface area with the ball, evenly transferring physical energy across its surface. Grooves in the bolt face ensure that no suction occurs with the surface of the ball, improving feeding and eliminating blowback.

A new bolt guide introduced to the Luxe IDOL includes an anti-rollback cone integrated into the tip. This extension allows the IDOL to have a "flat-faced" bolt while at rest and an open-face bolt during cycling.

The entire bolt system is designed to work in unison, offering the best paint handling, sound signature, and efficiency in the history of the Luxe platform.

Board & Electronics

Technology has advanced significantly since the revolutionary Luxe was introduced. The original Luxe used voice cues for communications and settings. The updated Luxe platform seamlessly integrates voice and screen feedback, enabling players to access information and make programming changes quickly and easily.

Full-color screen technology are now at the  standards of a Luxe. The Luxe IDOL features the best screen ever used in paintball, boasting high resolution, daylight brightness, and exceptional energy efficiency.

Competitive gameplay exposes equipment weaknesses, occasionally leading to component damage or failure. The Luxe IDOL addresses this by utilizing a modular board system, allowing users to replace damaged components without replacing the entire electronics group. This not only reduces costs for the player but also facilitates rapid repair, even by amateur technicians.

Furthermore, the IDOL's electronic group includes enhancements to individual board components. The Luxe IDOL's vision system is now screw-mounted at both ends for a solid connection and increased durability. Additionally, all pin connections on the board have been replaced by spring connectors that offer greater travel and higher compression, enhancing shock resistance and aiding alignment.

Trigger

For the Luxe IDOL, the trigger design has been  updated to reflect the changing marker configurations and player body positioning prevalent in today's game. This update has taken the form of a shallow deuce design with a critical lip at its base.

The trigger's adaptations allow each player to grip the Luxe IDOL however they choose while ensuring clear and consistent access to the trigger.

The new Luxe IDOL trigger is visually more complex than previous Luxe triggers, just as playing styles have become more diverse and complex. In combination with the IDOL's reconfigured trigger switch, this is our most responsive trigger ever.

ASA

The Luxe has used a similar lever-style air source adapter across all generations. This design has proven durable, reliable, and easy to maintain for years. Making changes to such a time-proven component required careful consideration.

To improve upon the design, the Luxe IDOL sought to further simplify the air source adapter, eliminating permanently pinned components and minimizing tools needed for the rebuilding process. Functionally, the activation lever was redesigned to prevent accidental engagement when the IDOL is stood up flat. Additionally, the lever is now made from stainless steel to enhance durability and resistance to bending. The activation pin, responsible for opening the tank valve, has been reworked to travel in a completely linear manner, ensuring that even higher pressure valves will open with ease. The pin itself is made of quality naval brass that will get smoother with use, yet is still highly corrosion resistant.

Continual improvement requires attention to the smallest details, and your tank's connection to the marker is no exception.

External Design Enhancements

Historically, every Luxe model becomes easier to use and maintain than its predecessor, and the IDOL continues this tradition. Our engineers focused on addressing concerns raised by players passionate about customization and those living in extreme climates.

The popularity of customization has always been high in paintball, and Luxe has continually offered the largest selection of color and finish options of any manufacturer.

In response to a growing trend of players seeking third-party anodizing, the Luxe IDOL eliminates any permanent magnets, retaining them instead with a secure latch. No drilling or extreme actions are needed to remove the magnets for safe anodization.

Body plugs have been minimized to a single loctited plug, simplifying the strip-down procedure as well as repair and assembly processes. This benefits players in extreme climates where Loctite may fail (110 F) and players stripping their markers for anodizing.

Additionally, the Luxe IDOL also eliminates Loctite usage on its frame air transfer ports. The IDOL utilizes a floating double-seal design, made from stainless steel and utilizing urethane O-rings to drastically reduce the possibility of creating a leak when separating components.

Because the floating double-sealed design can move within its pocket, the Luxe IDOL will not produce a leak when the frame or ASA become loose. Even if your ASA were to become loose during a game, as long as it stays attached to the marker, it will not leak. This technology is unique to the Luxe IDOL and Shocker ERA platform, ensuring you stay on the field unlike any other marker.

Body Aesthetic

The Luxe IDOL maintains the classic and clean silhouette of a Luxe while being the most streamlined body to date.

The front marker jewel has been replaced with a matching anodized plate, locked in by the feed tube base. This covers a vital mill-through location that was previously covered by a jewel, occasionally lost by players. A simple change that increases the durability of the Luxe's aesthetic presence.

Previous Luxe designs featured a visually appealing, partially shrouded barrel base that in some circumstances could trap debris in sandy environments. By de-shrouding the barrel, there is less chance to trap debris, and the reduction of bulk allows for a greater range of hand positions.

The Luxe IDOL also eliminates the often-forgotten O-ring at the head of the breach present on previous generations of Luxe. Once again, speeding up barrel fastening, eliminating a pocket for debris to accumulate, and providing a more consistent shot signature.

The Luxe IDOL design is timeless and focused, shaped by the game and proven by competition.