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Passionate DJ
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We are dedicated to the science of mixing music, preserving the art of selection, and exploring the role of the modern DJ.
Our channel is for DJs of all types. Beginner DJs to experienced turntablists. Bedroom DJs to festival veterans. No matter your level of experience, or your approach to the craft, there's probably something here for you.
Examples of the types of topics we cover:
đ” How to become a DJ
đ” Interviews with prolific artists
đ” Hardware reviews
đ” Finding the best DJ controller / best DJ hardware for you
đ” Just for fun shows (e.g. "Pick 3")
đ” Artist spotlight / genre spotlight
đ” Industry news
đ” ... and much more!
We talk about all types of DJ software (Rekordbox, Traktor, Serato, Virtual DJ, etc.)
We support all types of DJs: bar and club DJs, wedding and mobile DJs, festival DJs, scratch artists, radio DJs... all are welcome!
Together, we are becoming better DJs through passion and purpose. Keep on spinning!
Our channel is for DJs of all types. Beginner DJs to experienced turntablists. Bedroom DJs to festival veterans. No matter your level of experience, or your approach to the craft, there's probably something here for you.
Examples of the types of topics we cover:
đ” How to become a DJ
đ” Interviews with prolific artists
đ” Hardware reviews
đ” Finding the best DJ controller / best DJ hardware for you
đ” Just for fun shows (e.g. "Pick 3")
đ” Artist spotlight / genre spotlight
đ” Industry news
đ” ... and much more!
We talk about all types of DJ software (Rekordbox, Traktor, Serato, Virtual DJ, etc.)
We support all types of DJs: bar and club DJs, wedding and mobile DJs, festival DJs, scratch artists, radio DJs... all are welcome!
Together, we are becoming better DJs through passion and purpose. Keep on spinning!
RANE Performer Scratch Demo | Fatty Lumpkin
Fatty Lumpkin is an Ohio DJ, known for his behind-the-scenes DJ work with various celebrities, for rocking parties in the Midwest, and for his scratch demos in Passionate DJ videos just like this.
The way this works is, he walks in, never having seen the controller before, scratches on it for an hour to make clips for my full review, and then I compile my favorite performance clips here.
RANE has consistently been delivering some of the best Serato-oriented hardware for a while now, and the Performer is the cream of the crop.
This new controller brings together the best of RANEâs existing lineup, and perfectly mashes it together into a new flagship. You could think of it as a RANE One with four channels; or probably more accurately, a RANE Four with motorized platters.
âïž RANE Performer Review:
czcams.com/video/4IhZucaue9U/video.html
âïž Get One At The DJ Hookup:
passionatedj.com/hookup_performer
âïž Our Performances Channel:
youtube.com/@pdjperformances
The way this works is, he walks in, never having seen the controller before, scratches on it for an hour to make clips for my full review, and then I compile my favorite performance clips here.
RANE has consistently been delivering some of the best Serato-oriented hardware for a while now, and the Performer is the cream of the crop.
This new controller brings together the best of RANEâs existing lineup, and perfectly mashes it together into a new flagship. You could think of it as a RANE One with four channels; or probably more accurately, a RANE Four with motorized platters.
âïž RANE Performer Review:
czcams.com/video/4IhZucaue9U/video.html
âïž Get One At The DJ Hookup:
passionatedj.com/hookup_performer
âïž Our Performances Channel:
youtube.com/@pdjperformances
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RANE Performer Is Now The Best Motorized Controller | DJ Controller Review
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âïž GET YOURS: passionatedj.com/hookup_performer The Performer brings together the best of RANEâs existing lineup, and perfectly mashes it together into a new flagship. You could think of it as a RANE One with four channels; or probably more accurately, a RANE Four with motorized platters. Since the RANE One was released a little while back, realtime stems processing has moved much more to the f...
How To Clean and Maintain Your DJ/Audio Gear
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đ Protect Your Gear With Decksavers! đ passionatedj.com/decksaver Today we're thoroughly cleaning DJ and other audio gear, including a complete teardown of a hardware mixer to clean the internals. Of course, whatever gear you're cleaning is probably different than mine, and you'll run into unique problems. That's why I presented this in three stages, so that you can sorta decide how far you wan...
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đ Get Yours Here! passionatedj.com/hookup_v10 The Pioneer DJ DJM-V10 is a 6-channel club-style mixer, loaded with unique features that produces audio full of energy and presence. 32-bit high-quality A/D and D/A converters, a low-jitter clock circuit, and a bunch of other high-quality components combine to make for a lovely sounding mixer thatâs ready to handle whatever sound source you want to ...
The Euphonia is a Rotary Mixer w/Modern Sensibilities | AlphaTheta DJ Mixer Review
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Best Standalone DJ Systems in 2024: No Laptops Allowed! | Ultimate DJ Controller Alternatives Guide
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In this video, weâll talk about the available options for standalone systems in 2024⊠and try to figure out which is the best for you! đ Full written guide! passionatedj.com/standalones 00:00 | Introduction 02:50 | Rekordbox Devices 11:08 | Help Me Decide! (Rekordbox) 14:09 | Engine OS Devices 18:24 | Help Me Decide! (Engine OS) 21:10 | Cross-Shopping (Rekordbox/Engine) 25:45 | Wrapping Up Unli...
AlphaTheta Omnis-Duo: It's Blue! (Da Ba Dee) | Standalone DJ System Review
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đ Get Yours Here: passionatedj.com/hookup_omnisduo The Omnis-Duo is an extremely portable standalone DJ unit with a built-in battery, with a claimed 5 hour battery life. Itâs got a familiar 2 decks mixer and touch screen layout, finished in a color which is referred to as âindigoâ. Itâs got a modest size and weight (about 10 lb.), and its minimalist design with short, stubby controls makes for ...
Pioneer DJ OPUS-QUAD Review: 4 Channels in a Classy Suit
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âïžâïž GET YOUR OPUS-QUAD: passionatedj.com/hookup_opus The Pioneer DJ OPUS-QUAD is a professional all-in-one DJ system which gives access to 4-deck playback from a USB device or the cloud, provides inputs for turntables or CDJs, includes Bluetooth (which is great for taking the odd request), and will act as a fully-featured DJ controller using Rekordbox or Serato software. 00:00 | Introduction 0...
Best DJ Controllers in 2024: The Ultimate Guide
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I spend a lot of time reviewing individual pieces of DJ hardware, but sometimes itâs important to take a step back and examine the bigger picture. So thatâs what weâre doing today, in one of my favorite videos to produce: my Ultimate Guide to DJ Controllers. âïž All these controllers are available at The DJ Hookup âïž thedjhookup.com These controllers are split into 3 different price categories: ...
Pioneer DJM-A9 = Better Sound Quality for All | DJ Mixer Review
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đ§ GET YOUR DJM-A9 HERE: passionatedj.com/hookup_a9 Itâs a big deal whenever Pioneer DJ releases a new mixer, but thatâs especially true when they upgrade the so-called industry standard. The DJM-A9 features multiple improvements over its predecessor, and raises the bar for club-standard mixers. Though, while itâs clearly a better piece of hardware, the mixer is also very familiar. In many ways,...
The Pioneer DDJ-REV5 is a Great All-Arounder | DJ Controller Review
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If youâve budgeted somewhere in the neighborhood of a grand for a DJ controller, the DDJ-REV5 should definitely be on your shopping list. â ïž GET YOURS HERE: passionatedj.com/hookup_rev5 With full-size jog wheels, a DJM-like mixer section, tight Serato and Rekordbox integration, and easy access to stems, it covers all the bases for any DJ willing to mix in two channels. In fact, for the price, t...
PLX-CRSS12: Analog Turntable, Digital Convenience | Pioneer DJ Review & Demo
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đ§ Get your turntable here: passionatedj.com/hookup_crss12 One of the biggest benefits of using timecode records for scratching is that theyâre resistant to skipping, since the signal is robust enough to ignore the needle jumping. But in the moments weâre generating timecode, why use a needle at all? The CRSS12 does this digitally, instead. On top of that, it has MIDI-mappable buttons on the sid...
RANE Four Review: Does It Live Up to the Hype? | DJ Controller + Stems
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đ„ Get Yours! passionatedj.com/hookup_ranefour The RANE Four is a four-channel controller, meant to bring stem separation into the mainstream. But does it hold up to the hype? That's what I hope to find out today. There are a few things I expect from RANE gear: Sturdiness Scratch-friendliness Tight integration with Serato A forward-thinking (but uncomplicated) design. My hope was that the FOUR w...
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excellent video and very helpful in helping me decide on purchase.
i would love to have a full row of beat jump buttons like with pads.
Well, that just earned a Sub from me. Great video brother. Thank you!
Boy be havin' funs đȘ
Interesting đ€ review âŠ
NOT IMPRESSED! = Spinning Platters with Stems IMPRESSED = Standalone with no friggin laptop
Serato sucksâŠ..out dated software now.
Tru dat
Naw. Rane TTM56 and Vestax PDX 2000s. My needles are a secret. Because djs don't share needles.
That last song was sweet as pie! Great little set.
please compare vs 96, thanks
Why have a channel FX and a Main FX? like wouldn't they both serve the same purpose for the channels?
Amazing review as always. Now we just need that mixer section as a standalone 4 channel scratch mixer
RANE Seventy A-Trak Four
The best review I have seen ever!!!! You did justice to the best machine on planet earth!!!
Rane & Numark are my best DJ tool choices ever...
Ask them to add a screen and then all will be fabulous...
I think they'd argue it has two! :) Though I get the desire for, say, a bigger browse screen.
This Controller is nothing more than a downgrade from the Numark NS7iii .... For those of you that dont know Rane ,Akia , Numark are the same folks...here is proof............Numark v7 was replaced by Rane 12........................... There is only 3 things this controller has that the NS7iii doesn't have .... 1. Split channel for the stems 2. Digital screen for the effects 3. dual USB ports ................... Now lets talk about The Beast That Numark created That was far before it's time .. . ...... NS7iii has a lot of things Rane ,Pioneer , and of controller cant do here are just 3 ........1. has 5 dedicated cue buttons for deck A&B (In which I can still control my stems ,loops ,samples and cues at the same time) ..2. I can use all 6 different effect on one channel........ 3.knob touch Effects and Kills ............... I got 43 years in this DJ game ........... New isn't always good ......... This is a Great Controller But it's not the best ..............
Loved the review but a compressor does not make softer parts louder, it makes louder parts softer but if you push the gain afterwards to get the loud part back to normal level you dragg the soft part along.
Yes, I'm talking about the effective net result... but you're right.
Excellent review as always, i bought the rane seventy atrak based on your review of it and will hopefully now buy this Performer, keep up the good work
Hope you enjoy it!
@@PassionateDJ thank you
Needs a full size vinyl platter!
Then just get turntables? Duh đ€·đ»ââïž
RANE Twelve is here for you!
Cool toy but itâs useless without a laptop. Rane needs to make one that DOES NOT require a laptop to use. Why donât they make an actual all in one unit ?
Good job Rane, you're killing AlphaTheta right now. Pioneer DJ people need to pull their heads out of their asses before it's too late.
Does it have a USB? Stand alone? No laptop needed? #pioneer
You're the most underrated DJ gear reviewer on CZcams. You manage to tell us more about the gear and it's unique functions while keeping my interest better than any other channel. The Performer isn't for me, mainly because I'm not into Serato, but I like keeping aware of gear and this is my go to now.
Thank you so much, Chuck. I try hard to make videos that are similar to the videos I like to watch. I watch car reviews, game reviews, tech reviews, etc. all because I like to stay on top of it, and because I like the personality presenting it. It warms my heart to know Iâm able to do that for someone else! đ
Looks like Iâm going to try to sell my rane 4 to get the performer, weâlll see
Denon needs to make a unit like this, but standalone with stems and motorized platters, then my life will be complete!!!
They are plenty waiting for this, but then inmusic might be competing with its self ?
@@djraymondraymond1419 very true đŻ
Pioneer is the best... This Rane controller is amazing but its Rane's answer to Pioneer release of the rev7 over 2 years ago. Pioneer will come back and hit even harder...
@@LunaDaSavage I still want a standalone unit with motorized platters and stems. I don't care who puts it out!
@@BacardiMusic151 True dat đ€đđż
Based on recent reviews, it seems that the Rane performer is outperforming the Rev 07 DJ controller for Seratođđ§. The Rane features and performance capabilities are receiving high praise from users đđ.
volevo chiederti all'accensione del mixer tramite pulsante 1/0 nel lato posteriore e' normale che sento un clip in accensione .. specialmente nelle cuffie? hai provato se senti un clip forte in accensione .. grazie per la risposta
This is typical of analog hardware. I recommend turning on your speakers last
@@PassionateDJ GRAZIE GRAZIE GRAZIE!!!!
Hi love the channel. Thank you for all your awesome reviews. Got a question for you. Would you please recommend the best for my live stream radio show with talk over button effect so far the only one Iâve been able to find is the rane four if I canât find anything else with that voiceover affect its very important, I have a deep voice and I like for my voice to cut through the music that voiceover button is a must on a DJ controller please help any recommendations thank you so much. Keep playing the music and making people smile. Thatâs what itâs all about.
I owns Both Rane4 and This Awesomeâ TANK Of a Controllerâ⊠THE RANE PERFORMERđđđ , The Build and Weightâ⊠yeah it Weighs 28 Poundsâ⊠But i believe it Will .. Take a Huge .. THUMPđđ€§đłđźâđš, But Hopefully That Will never.. Happenđ„čđ, Passionate DJâ.. Great Reviewđ«Ąđđœđ, They needs To Create better Brochures Thoughâ.. because Many Lack â⊠knowing, Update Drivers & Firmwaređą, Always Do These Twoâ.. When Buying Any New⊠Controllerđ, đšđšđšRane Performer and Rane 4 Both đšđšđšSmoking Rev7â 100% đ„đ„đ„đ«”đŒCritics Do your Homework, RANTS are Weakđ€źđ©Against RANE!!!!, RANEđđœđđœđđœHas Wonâ Finally!!!!!!
Still a Pioneer shill. Totally. But now also a Rane shill. Burning the candle at both ends.
U mad bro?
@@5milamila Haha, no I'm a friend of David's and just trolling for shits and grins. âș
@@SilentGloves lol
Why you little!
USB-C is the worse for DJ utilities as far as connecting FROM the unit to anything (ask me how I know). Rane mustâve gotten that memo lol. Perhaps in the future Iâd hope they could add the C to read a drive or even a regular usb to read a drive and not need a laptop đ€·đœââïž
Stems sound ok but it has a long way to go I donât care what nobody says
I don't see much difference than my NS7 2. Other than stems and vocal drop outs. I'll wait til the next upgrade. I still see my NS7 2 in that controller.Just My opinion.
This was a great review. Thank you.
This is nothing but a copy from the rev 7 with rane on it
But it probably has issues like the Rane 4 was plagued with lol I own a Rane 4 and yes Iâm sorry No more next unit Pioneer
Pioneer wasnât original with that rev 7 they too stole ideas from others!
well rane is owned by inmusic they own numark which was the first to make controllers with motorised platters. so how is it a copy?
Does the rev7 have 4 channels? Does it have stem split, etc? Rane made motorized platter units before the rev 7 came out.
The USB-B are way more secure on this unit than any USB-C Iâve ever used so Iâm not mad at it. You really have to tug on em to remove
Fair!
How many gigs of RAM do you recommend me? People says this controllers consume a lot Ram memory
No less than 16gb on mac and 32 gb on Windows
Have a 16 ram and an i7 and have no problemsâ@@allentastic
U do not Need No Gigsâ my macbook is 2016 and i got 1 Terrabyte of Memory and All RunsâŠ. Smooth!!!!!!đ , 2023 Macbook Soon Though just a Treat for myself i needs⊠Newâ, 2019 & 2016 yeah i needs a đNEW SPARK!!!!
I did not like trying to juggle with these everything else seemed fine
What did you not like about it?
@@ElevateandBlend i think the unit i tried had the wrong slipmat combination and a high torque setting
Can you play DVS at the same time? So all 4 platters at the same time ?
There's only two platters. Unless you mean hooking up external decks? Then yes
It looks really nice and pretty
Hi when you first use this ? does it need to be connected to a laptop. lets say I bought it. can i just plug in my USB with mp3 files and use it ? or do I need to connect it to laptop and mess about downloading software ?
That shirt is awesome!
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@@PassionateDJ đ
Hi mate! Yes, please drop a comparison A/B Xone 96 (I own) VS Euphonia (I could own), Thanks! đ
You are just reading from the website. You canât even tell how it really sounds without telling what pioneer already said.
If you have a way to properly demonstrate sound quality over the internet in a useful way, Iâm all ears. Thanks for watching!
What about sound quality between the V10 and the Model 1?
make the V10 vs 96 / for sure!
How do I get this Instagram account because it is not working on Instagram of fatty Lumpkin
Great video - and as you say, keep maintenance down to a minimum with a Decksaver cover.
Good video. Tip on those fader caps: Pioneer uses a locking style of fader caps. If wanting to remove them the white part in the middle needs to be carefully pried out first. Using a pick or small screwdriver to push up from the bottom might help.
Great tip, thanks đ and thanks for watching!
Fantastic review! Would love an indepth comparison of V10 vs Xone96