Rane Four Review: the FUTURE of DJing is Here!
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Thank you for giving us honest and detailed reviews. Nearly every other mainstream channel has taken being a paid shill for Pioneer to an embarrassing level.
For sure! I really wanted to give this one my all; in all honestly, I had a hard time looking for flaws in this one.
I canât believe Pioneer went to moving platters and fucking Rane didnât!!! What a let down.
đŻ DJ Carlo, one of the few out there i really trust !!!
This has to be the most honest comment on this planet right now!
@@djdc2006 pioneer did not go to moving platters. this unit competes with the ddj 1000 not the rev7 (the only pioneer controller in existence with moving platters) the rane 1 (which uses moving platters) competes with that unit
Whoever came up with the little joystick to adjust beat and bpm on effects is a god damn genius.
And must be a good gamer too!
I miss the joysticks from Rane's past.
Just purchased your courses. Looking forward to steppin up my game. Blessings to everything you do for the community. Respect from Los Angeles.
Thanks for the support buddy! Can't wait to see how you step things up!
Fantastic review and absolutely love the production quality of your presentations!
Thanks man! Really working hard on making these videos as beautiful and as informative as possible!
The info and perspective coming from a DJ that crushes it like you do, is greatly appreciatedđ #Respect... and love your little humerous clips slipped in between all the gear info in your vids đđ
More of that coming in future videos!
@@djcarlo Looking forward to itđ Hope you and everyone else here, has an awesome weekend đ
I can't wait to get this. I'm excited to play with the the 2 stems acapella and instrumental. I love blends and mashups
Ohhhh, if that's the case, you're gonna absolutely love the Rane Four Deveron!
Great review as always DJ Carlo đđŒ
Thanks KrazyT! Was really excited to get on with this one!
Thank you for giving us honest and detailed reviews.
For sure Rock! I try to be as straightforward with my thoughts as possible with these reviews
Been a while! Life got busy but glad i can binge on the last few episodes! Another amazing review my man. Now excuse me, but i just realized my man release a 5 hours non stop mix and i really have to go listen to that! ;) Thank for all you do and keep it up! Not only your mixes are next level but your personality is even better! Never change! Take care and hope you have an amazing weekend!
It has been a while Mr. Peanut! Enjoy the 5 hour megamix!
I watched few of ur videos and Amazing work u , drop đ!
Thanks Nicholas! I just try to do my best for the channel!
@DJ Carlo ur well Come bro I'm trying my self with my keyboard! I'm going to b a dj too I'm a fast learner!
If they put something like this out next time with a motorized controller, I'm right there with you.
Maybe it'll be their next step!
I started mixing last June, once Stems came out it changed the way I mixed bachata x EDM and I was glad my Hercules Inpulse 500 was compatible. But now, almost a year in, I see the limitations of that controller and I am ready to dive into a properly pro controller. The Stem option on this Rane makes it a no-brainer. Time to line up gigs!
It's worth its price tag, especially if you're a hard-core stems mixer buddy!
CARLO! You're the greatest DJ on CZcams! Finally RANE has improved the effects section!
It's sooooo goooood!
I've been creating different vocal options via cakewalk and my ATusb2020 at home, then uploading them as samples at the club. Pretty cool that you can now take stuff out and use it at will!
Right?? Sometimes, inspiration strikes on the spot, so this allows you to execute it right there and then too!
100% for you ma brother ...much love from Nigeria
Thanks Hotice! Really happy you liked the review!
My good Filipino friend... your work is outstand! Much respect! đđđđ
Thanks Nedu! Really glad you appreciate the work that goes into the channel!
thanks for the honest review DJ CARLO
For sure! Always wanna give my honest thoughts on these new units!
Wow, this looks amazing, thankyou .
It also feels amazing to use!
Good job.đ Awesome..đThanks for the lesson..đđ
For sure! More reviews coming soon!
@@djcarlo OK.. I always look forward to the next lesson. I learned a lot the from you DJ Carlo. Thanks.
Heat!!! Great review!!!!!
Thanks Akinkunmi! Can't wait to make sets on this baby!
Thank you so much for posting this today. When you included the price it clued me to check to see if it was released yet. I was so glad to learn that it was released today - the last day of the Guitar Center Gear Card 48 month no interest financing.
Yeah! I got confirmation just last week what the price was gonna be!
@@djcarlo Iâm so grateful for your videos and that you posted this one on the day the Rane Four came out. I order mine that same day and am really looking forward to using it.
hey dude im the guy that said i love ur vids, i still love them so much you have made me a good dj bro love u
Thanks man! Appreciate the love and positivity! Letâs do our best to keep the good vibes up!
@@djcarlo for sure man
Very nice review of the Rane Four! Iâm glad I held off on upgrading to anything and actually looking at the Rane Four now, I was also looking at the Rev-7, Rane One, ddj1000srt but Iâm probably going to give it another month or two since NAMMM 2023 is right around the corner. I thank you so much hermano for being you and telling us your honest reviews of these controllers!
Let me know once you get the Rane Four! Hehe, este controller es muy bonito!
@@djcarlo I will definitely let you know hermano!!! You will be the first to know besides my wife and I hahahaâŠthank you so much Carlo. Btw, I just freaked out a bunch of people with your Star Wars Yeah combinationâŠbut of course I had to let them know itâs your idea. But I canât wait to have the Rane Four and go crazy with the stems and all of the features!
â@DJ Carlo facial expressions are hilarious bro
So you bought Flx10 then? :)
@@jeffszurgot yes, it made more sense to me and Iâm glad I waited.
I picked up the Rane Four yesterday, all I can say is wow. This controller is a real game changer.
I'm glad you're enjoying it Darold! It's a great controller!
Great video! I always used 4 channel dj mixers from Rane. I was waiting for this awesome company to manufacture a 4 channel controller, my prayers were heard! I'm planning to get this one by may. l never liked to have a plastic made dj controller, it was like having a cheap toy since l made the transition from a metal dj mixer to a dj controller.
Oh believe me, you will love this controller's finish and build hermano! Solid stuff!
Wow wanna try.. very good information đ đ
Stems open a whole new world of amazing possibilities Rylie!
@@djcarlo thanks thanks me and follow you very creative dj in world.. I got rane 4 yesterday too. No idea how beginđđđđđ
the stem controls plus the MASSIVE on board fx control makes djing more fun. Solid review :)
Believe me, there are SO many ways to combine your effects on this thing. It's crazy!
Hold on, is it not serato software doing the work and not the controller. I can use any serato hardware for stem mixing..
@@AtommHD correct , the FX are from the controller, and you have ALOT more control to make various adjustment to each of those effects
Shut the front the door! :O no freaking way! that's a whole bundle of joy. will have to look forward to it down the line.
It's very much worth checking out and considering!
Thank you!
You're welcome! Glad you enjoyed the review!
Great video Carlo, have you received the new pioneer opus yet? Was wondering if you planned to review it
I want to, but I won't be getting it for another couple of months đ
My Dude have y put out one of your lessons using this controller watching u breakdown controllers and their features has always helped me get to what the controller can really do when pushed
I always love doing that with controllers! Always making sure I push them hard enough!
Very nice and packed controller! Thanks for detailed review. Would consider it if something terrible would happen to my SX ^^
It's a good upgrade/replacement, believe me!
Great reviews, have been watching your videos for months now! Thinking about upgrading from my SX3 and have been deciding on this Rane 4 and the new FLX10. Will you be doing a review video on the FLX10?
I will once it arrives Judah! Probably tail end of April, given how my country isn't a priority for Pioneer DJ haha. Hang tight for it!
I waited 8 months for my DDJ1000srt and have been pretty underwhelmed coming from an SX2 as no Serato effects and whilst itâs solid itâs not as fun. Considering moving to this RANE four now as the stems controls is a game changer and FX options are fantastic! Great review.
Thanks Seb! I do highly recommend this one! It's a bit heavier than the DDJ1000, but it's worth the weight!
Same here, Iâve been waiting 5 months for a ddj 1000 because I use rekordbox, but Iâm thinking totally switching to Serato for this one!!
Yeeaaaaah its my video! Big like for you!
Woohoo! We support each other in the DJ community!
I Liked the "*" about Stems so far đ
Can't wait until you review the New Pioneer Flx10 that is rumored to arrive soon. Waiting on that to see if I want Flx10 or Four
Indeed! I added that at the 11th hour simply because I found out about the FLX10 while finalizing the edits! Can't wait to see how it holds up against the Rane Four!
yo that controller looks sick cant wait to finish the vid
Thanks for the fast comment! Hope you watch till the end and let me know your thoughts!
@@djcarlo the video is really good keep up the good work
Wow so many amazing new controllers pieces of fear coming out this year. Truly a good year for us djs. đ
I honestly can't wait to see what arrives next!
Flx 10 ? ;)
I have the rane 1 and the major improvement I see is the 4 channel fader option for stems! Thatâs crazy!
Right! It's a crazy good improvement!
you can add stems to nearly any controller though, u just override manual loops or something else in serato menu
Love you bro
Appreciate that Taylor!
Waiting for that mix on it... đđđ
Coming VERY soon!
Just ordered mine!!! Great review
How much
@@fnk101 $1700 ish with delivery
Awesome! Tell me what you think when it arrives!
Should be $1,699. That's their SRP
thannks always
Glad you enjoyed the review Zakolia!
DJ Carlo, waiting for you to upload a mix video by using Rane Four!!!!!
Coming soon!
DJ Carlo, I plan to buy the Rane 4 real soon. Just like you I skeptical. Now I'm sold on it.
Can't wait for you to try it out Darold!
Midi mapping the stems to the extra hot queue buttons above the jogs on the rev7 gives you similar functionality. But the rane's dedicated buttons are great.
Yup! I actually just found out about that when I released this review. But not having to change or midi map anything is even better for me haha
Hey there im struggling between rev 7 and the rane 4. Really want to motor but wanna try out the stem. Would midi mapping on rev7 perform stems equally well? If yes i thk imma go for rev 7. Thanksâ€
I wasnât in the market for a new controller, but this review is really making me thinking of getting one. The size of the controller overall is giving me pause though - for a lot of bars and clubs I work with they have limited space and Iâm not sure this would fit in those spaces.
It IS on the larger side, but I'm sure they'll made space for ya
I love this contrĂŽleur but I have the ddj 400 i love your video đ„đ„đ„đ„
The Rane four is amazing and so is the 400!
Great review. Looks like an awesome controller. Coming from a DDJ-1000SRT I'm considering this over the new Pioneer Opus Quad plus this also seems to be DVS ready for added turntables with Serato controller vinyl. What do you think? đđŒ
I like this more than the 1000 for sure! But as I've yet to receive the Opus Quad, I can't say much about that one yet.
Thanks for the review man! Iâm looking to upgrade from my Pioneer DDJ-SX2. Are the jog wheel controls gonna be similar to that?
This is better!
Great review ! What do you think about the MCX 8000 ?
It's.....big. Hahaha, though I've yet to properly use it! So I can't really give much of an opinion
I can understand how happy you are
So many good things to be said about this controller!
A pro turntablist saying he prefers the static platters over moving says a lot about the Rane 4.
They feel great! I mean, they are sliiightly heavy at times, but overall, the quality and feel of the jogwheels are sublime
I have a Rane One and love it and will get this and love it even more. onboard FX and STEM, 4 channels, inputs galore! fogettaboutit!
And Rane One is staying, there is something about the motorized platters i love...I plan to hook my plx1000s into the rane 4 for scratching and motorized feel
Creating the dream set up right there!
I think Iâll swap out my rev7 for this controller. I just wish the centre screens had dual waveforms similar to the rev7. Helps keep my eyes off my computer screen. I also wish the eq knobs weâre directly in line with the channel faders. Definitely looks to be a fun controller.
Same actually! I was trying to figure out if there was a way to do that, but no luck
Why can't I do what you'rr doing...???? Great work.. love it !
Thanks Ivan! Practice always makes perfect for these!
Looks amazing feature wise. Wish there could be a smaller version!
Technology will need to catch up first haha
Great video! Is there a big drop off in scratch quality between Rane One and Rane Four?
Not really! The Four isn't as smooth, but it's still pretty good! Rane One though for scratching!
Hello DJ đ
Hello dude! Hope things are all well!
Time for a Rane Four DJ Mix. I use mine with the Pioneer DDJ-SP1 and the shit is amazing!
I have one up here! Just been a bit too busy lately to make a new one!
Ordered mine today...... :)
Nice! Can't wait for it to arrive! I'm sure you'll love it!
Dope review, as always. Static platters is a dealbreaker for me.
The Rane One might be a better fit for you Flip-U!
Im sure they will bring out a motorised version soon.
@@djcarlo Thanks! The Rane One looks dope. I'm still using my Numark NS7 which I love.
I seen a lot of bulletproof stuff but I wondered if the Rane QA team was like "Yeah, let's take it to the gun range to make sure this is bulletproof" lol
That's what they said! Haha, though I wonder which reviewer is crazy enough to test that
Thanks Carlo! How's the sound card for audio out and Microphones? have you pushed it on a big system?
Not a club system, no, but tests seem to indicate that they're pretty good!
Best Military Grade Finish Controller Right Carlo đŻđ„đ
It's rock solid! Really feels tough as nails
at timecode 1:36 of this video, the scenes looks so familiar, and then I realised it's äč仜èèĄ. Welcome to Taiwan!!!
I love Taiwan! Been there so many times! Good eye!
its fab but i like turntables or spinning platters.I have a Rane set up with the Rane 72mk 2 and the Rane 12s mk 2.I have a mobile controller for use when i travel but i bought because it had good features a good price and was a good size for travel but at home i barely use it because the jogs do not move.If Rane ever make something like this with spinning platters then i may well get it for taking with me even though it might be a bit on the heavy side
I mean, the Rane One is always a possibility! Just without the Stems part
Im so excited to got this on may 5 here in taiwan :)
Exciting! Just 2 more weeks for you!
@@djcarlo so now i can practice all your scratch tutorial with the twist of stems :)
so awesome..
It's a super controller Peter!
Looks mad. Are there a lot of stemmed tracks available
Every track is a stemmed track once you run it through Serato 3.0's stems analyzation program. Enjoy the stems yo!
It's a beautiful looking machine too.
Indeed! Really loved using it!
I'm doing all of this with Stems on Virtual DJ with my DDJ-SZ & SZ2 with jog wheel tension.
That's fair! Glad you're making good use of your setup!
@@djcarlo I'm waiting for them to make a SZ3 with motorized jog wheels and effect switches and then I'll upgrade. Great video by the way. I just feel these companies are pushing out controllers like our DJ software pushes out updates. They give and take with every controller. Would've been nice to see the motorized wheels on this board if weight wasn't an issue.
i love the idea . let see if i get one of this for the #podparadiserd
They going for it! It's got a censor button too in case you need it for live streams!
bigger screens on wheels with info of song and use usb stick for loading songs will be dope and best controller
Agree with the larger jog screens, though they're good enough for me!
So glad that we as consumers get the benefit of this race to the top between all dj related companies...as long as they keep pushing technology forward, and it pleases my audience, I'm here for it!!
I'm all for pushing tech forward! Can't wait to see the day we get floating controllers hahaha
Really looking forward to Pioneers response controller to this.
Same! I hear the FLX10 is their answer
@@djcarlo the only thing missing from that is the effects toggles in the center like the S9 and S11 have.
Lodi, akin na lang ang Rane One o Rev 7 mo hahaha! As always, I love the reviews you make.
Hahaha, ginagamit ko pa sila!
@@djcarlo joke lang yun Lodi. Pero baka time to retire my sx3 for the Rane 4.
imagine flx 10 and rane 4 with a big display for a standalone device.. that would be crazy
Also crazy expensive I imagine, but man, that would be amazing!
Did you try traktor s8 with stems? Stems are not on the fly but when prepared the work awesome
Not on the S8, but I did one with an S4 not too long ago! Check it out!
What's good Carlo !?! Totally appreciate the videos. Is the Rane 4 compatible with virtual DJ?
Not yet but perhaps eventually!
yes
Damn! Those stem pads are insaneđ€
Theyre the best part!
Hi Carlo my Rane One is starting to have some issues after 2 years of heavy use may have to look at this one as soon as VDJ gets on board, is there ability on this for a mic echoe ? great channel, thx cheers
There is! The mic controls have an echo setting, so you can either sound like a big booming MC, or even do karaoke on this thing! Killing the vocals via stems actually gives you the biggest karaoke playlist ever hahahah
To me itâs the 8.5â size platters/ jog wheels, Iâm sold⊠just like the sc6000 m theyâre also 8.5â!!
I love how fully sized they are!
Is there an option to changes keys in a similar way to the old SR2 controller?
PS, you forgot the purchase links in the description đ€Ł
Oops, I should work on that!
I would love non-moving platters with a vinyl feeling on them.
That's where the Rane One comes in! Check it out too! đ
0:42 lil Carlo
Just like when I started DJing haha
Nice video! I have two questions. Do you prefer The Rane Four over The SRT? My second question is. Howâs The sound card on The Rane Four? Does it sounds good?
As it is, yes I do! And the sound cards are compatible to me; not much of a difference from my end
The only thing I havenât heard anyone talk about is how much computer youâll need to use this gear. The stems already take a lot of processing power, how much more does it take to use this, stems on four channels? Thanks for the awesome review Carlo.
This is just a midi based controller so it shouldnât take more processing power to run. Now, because you have access to several effects and stems at the same time now it will take more power to run should you employ those features. Itâs not the controllers fault though. You just have access now to more options so naturally it will take more CPU cycles to do more.
It really depends on how you use Stems. There is a Stems crate in Serato that let's you pre analyze tracks so the Stems files are then linked to the track, but this will take up more space on your hard drive. If you want to use Stems on the fly, then they don't take up any extra space on your drive, but you will need more processing power. I am using a 14" Macbook Pro, 10 core CPU, 14 core GPU with 16gb RAM and 1tb.
The others pretty much answered this question for me Matthew. It didn't bog my laptop down when I was playing around with it!
Iâm very confused I have Ddj 400 and I want to upgrade should I go with rane four or flx 10 ?
I can't speak for the FLX10 yet because mine hasn't arrived. But the Rane Four is amazing!
Great review and everything sounds amazing but no motorized platters itâs a no for me I refuse the jogging wheel đ đđ I guess Iâm sticking to my rane mk2 and rane mk2 72 mixer I got the rane one also thatâs enough for me and my technics 1200 đđœ
Go with the functions you need!
Absolute machine this and not a bad price
Probably the closest thing to perfection in the realm of controllers!
â@@djcarlo Bet this works with vdj like a treat aswell considering there stem offering is better than serato at present
i smell an opus quad video coming
Maybe one day if Pioneer Dj ever decides to support meâŠ
Your review is nice. But at this all reviewers forget those things
1 size and weight
2 butens , faders,pads filling like smooth or hard or velocity sensor or ....
3 jog size.
Thank for your videos
Good calls! The size and weight are actually widely available on Rane's website and retailers, that's why I didn't include it anymore.
The buttons and faders all feel premium, with a bit of tension, so you feel the quality. Hard, but not too hard essentially.
As for the jog wheels, I recall they're about 8.5" big
You should make a video about mixing unusual genre's that aren't typically used.
Ohhhhh that's an idea!
@@djcarlo omg totally! mixing screamo would be so nice lol
Yo CarloâŠIâm wondering if the stems feature is being processed by the controller or by the laptop still? I have a pretty decent laptop but it still struggles to do stems in real time. What do you think?
It's mostly still on the computer's end! The controller just helps control it
It seem like you really like this Rane4. Well, I will like to see you do a review with the new Pioneer Opus
Me too! Maybe when Pioneer DJ gives more support to The Philippines. Right now, it's a months-long wait for me haha
How does this controller match up to the Mixon 8? It's either this or the Mixon, I need an honest evaluation. I've seen you perfrom on the Mixon 8, but you havent dedicated a video to it.
Mixon 8 is featured on my Best DJ gera of 2023 video!
@@djcarlo This is great, but how does it stack up against the Rane 4? Thank you for your responses. I'm gonna buy one or the other.
Dammit.. I wanted you to know get one, but I have to upgrade my lights first, Already have the Rane One. I'm planning to sell my DDJ-1000srt and replace it with the RANE FOUR. I'm holding back on buying it.
I'd say it's a pretty worth upgrade if ever Youkai!
I would buy this for sure if i had the money for it.
Itâs totally worth itâs price! Love it!
I want every DJ equipment..I wish...I love Djing â€ïž
Hahaha, same here Resource. It's just hard to get everything!
Great..I now have Pro Gemini 2 CDJS and Numark mixer..in some time this year getting 2 turn tables and mixer ..just a thought...love the Gemini CDJS..I have upgraded.