The Prime Go definitely has its own niche. As just one of several mixers I own( Denon MC7000, MC6000Mk2, Vestax VCI 400, Traktor S4Mk2, ) it has its place in my entourage. It helps me cover all the bases.
I really appreciate this review. I’ve watched it like ten times. I think you’re the only one on CZcams that has put these two side by side. I have a Rane One and the Roland 707m, but the Prime Go has been calling me. Having to learn Engine DJ and the lack of stem functionality are the two things holding me back from pulling the trigger. Though I know stems is a serato thing. The 707m has a sharper cross fader than my Rane One believe it or not 😂. One of my controllers would have to go through if I did get the Prime Go which would be another dilemma. 🤷🏾♂️
Man thanks for watching! I appreciate the feedback. I don’t have a lot of experience with the Rane One, that’s a hard dilemma. The Prime go having its own battery stand alone is big. It also has really good sound drivers. Hopefully the relook Flux will allow us to use the Prime go with Serato.
@@PhearNone7 I decided to pull the trigger after all. I'm going to be off loading the larger controllers that require me to be lock in one place to use them. I'll have to wrap my mind around Engine DJ, but I'm up for the challenge. Reloop Flux? Never even heard of it. I'm off to do my googles. Peace!
A prime 4 that has all the features of both the Roland with 4 channels and have a zone output and Serato Pro compatibility. I look forward to the video about that
I’ve found There’s way too many features missing on my prime 4 compared to the 707. Denon looks pretty, but for me it lacks flexibility with effects and connectivity.
I will look into that, but it already seems like to much of a deep dive for every set up. I really want efx on the mics as well. Thanks for the info however
Hey pal lonng time no talk. Im writing to you because I am having an issue with my denon prime go. I bought the the prime go back in 2022. It is still a great unit. Sadly I am having audio drop outs whenever I am moving the fader on deck 2 the right side. Been having this issue for a couple months now and now it is annoying me. Have you had this issue before with your prime go. if so, what did you do to fix it? please let me know. Meanwhile im deciding to go buy the denon prime 4+ or just go back to serato while the prime go gets fixed. Thanks bro.
do you still like the roland? thinking of adding it to the studio since it has a small footprint and supposed to have great quality. just hope they keep supporting it
Yea I still like my Roland just haven’t seen an update in quite some time. I have been using my prime go for most of my gigs lately. But when I use serato the Roland is my go to. Hope that helps lol
You can't compare a battery deck with a plug up ac power deck. Especially when the Prime Go is really the only deck that has this capability. Also the standalone capability of the Prime Go is incomparable. It does not need a computer. Denon gear is the only gear you can really compare the Prime Go to. Now if you want to compare a Prime 4 with the Roland. That makes more sense. Since you can also run Serato on that deck & it has 4 channels. The size is just not comparable. Also the value of a Prime Go is the ability to mate it to a battery powered speaker. And play in a park with no generator or power block for about 4 hours. Dude you can do a mix in the bed with your PJ's on with a Prime Go. Lol.
Battery power isn’t the only aspect of a DJ deck. Battery power is a unique feature yes. However as a mobile DJ when going to purchase a smaller mobile set up both decks are and option. Ironically when I purchased both decks, they were side by side in B&H. They were both also the same price. I compared them for the consumer having to choose between the two, and who might not know or understand the differences . The Numark mixstream pro is also standalone and has internal speakers , so my point is there are many factors to consider when purchasing DJ decks which is why they should be compared. Thank you for feedback I appreciate your opinion.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets The Numark is still not a battery powered rig. The 1st reason why Denon made the Prime Go was because it was battery powered. The size was a big part also. Just look at the commercial they did. They take the deck on the airplane, they have it in the back of a car preparing tracks. Before the guy switches to his main setup at a venue. And they even have a DJ playing on a mountain top. No other rig can do this. Really the Go has no comparison at the moment.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets I have the Numark, BUT it's a bit annoying to me. firstly there is no way to make playlists without the computer (come one, it has a computer insuide - how hard can it be to prohgram a gesture to move a track into a playlist of your choice?), Then there is an issue when I want to change the pitch of a track that is playing it doesn't allow me even though the SYNC is off. The pitch slider has to be moved to the max or min point to somewhat reset the fader and then it works, easy for the prepared track, but horrible if you need to adjust a track that is currently playing!!! Finally it developped a fault when a right PLAY/PAUSE button became unresponsive, so sadly it goes back to Amazon. I have informed Numark abou the shortcomings, and even though they were professional ,I don't think they understood the sheer lack of having the ability to create playlist without a PC for a standalone player....how can it be fully standalone if you need a computer to do such an easy task?
Today I went out my garage with a USB flash and played a CDJ that was plugged directly into a speaker. Can you also do that with the Roland or do you have to take the time to set up a laptop?
These are two different animals. One is standalone and the other is a traditional controller. I don't see the comparison. GO wins even without the battery. You can easily use a portable battery. Effects box or portable mixer for the mic not a big deal. The closest competitor is the MixStream by NUMARK.
Hey man thanks for watching! I have a few reasons why I compared these decks. When I went in B&H they were right next to each other in the display case. They were close to the same size. They also had the same price point at the time. As consumers we are posed with that choice right away and if you are a new mobile DJ or buying a gjft for a new DJ there will be nuanced choices that one will have to make. I made this video to help those people. I love both decks for different reasons. Yes the battery power put the Denon in a unique league off it own. However after that I feel the comparison gets little grayer. Especially if footprint is important to the buyer or user. The Roland needs a computer and power yes, but the Roland has effects and more control over its mics. All you need is two pieces of hardware with the Roland. Then Denon having to pull out an effects pedal or mixer adds to the footprint making you have to bring the same amount of gear out for both decks. If the GO had mic effects it would be a much clearer winner. Thanks for the feedback again!
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets OK cool. You're in NYC also. I just feel that this controller and the PRIME GO are in two different worlds. There are many lightweight controllers but there is only one battery powered all in one standalone and that is the GO.
I was about to say the same thing about the comparison. This is apples to oranges. Compare the Denon to the Numark Midstream Pro even though they are both made by the same company. They are both TRULY standalone.
Apples and oranges...one uses a computer and the other is standalone and battery operated. They were created for different types. The DENON stands alone.
Yes but they are both fruit. If you are looking for your first pro deck, which one do you buy? They both cost the same amount of money. This video is intended to help those people who see these decks side by side on display, as I did in B&H. Both decks also have sound cards, faders, jog wheels, and use a ton of similar I/O. All of that can be compared. A Tesla is full electric car and a full gas Lexus can still be compared on how they drive , the same goes for these 2 decks in IMO. Thanks for the comment, I appreciate the feedback.
If only the 707m worked on Djay...Roland doesn't realize that they have no pull with Serato and might need to branch out...These companies fail due to ego and pride.
Both are $1000, one has onboard efx for mics, a drum sequencer, an osolator and zone control for different mixes in up to 3 rooms, and you can save preset tunings for rooms that you regularly spin in. So there are many other choices, were you want to spend $1000 if your just getting your first pro deck.
Connect the denon to the roland channel 4 :) Then you have it all... Great video btw
Ha! That’s true.
The Prime Go definitely has its own niche. As just one of several mixers I own( Denon MC7000, MC6000Mk2, Vestax VCI 400, Traktor S4Mk2, ) it has its place in my entourage. It helps me cover all the bases.
Yea it’s nice. Well built. I just miss serato with it.
good taste in gear.
Thank you Homie We love that review Up and Up king 🇬🇧🇨🇦🇺🇲🇪🇺💯
Thanks for checking the video out!
i love how he called the prime go the dj denon to go plus at the start
Brian freeze 🥶
Yeti solar power battery with the dj707m it's the lick 💯🇯🇲🇪🇺🇨🇦🇬🇧🏴
Great video! You're definitely one of the best reviewers on youtube! Can you make a stem video review for the Roland please?🙏🙏🙏
Thanks for watching I have a stem video where I use the Roland.
Great review! Thank you, Phearnone. A question: If you don't like the sound card of the 707m, Is it possible to plug it digitally to an external DAC?
Thanks. I’m not sure, I will try.
Both are solid decks! Great shootout/review.
Thanks man!
Glad I saw this. I was considering the Prime Go. I may wait. I need eq on my mics.
glad it helped!
Just found this channel, digging the content dude..
Thanks for watching!
I really appreciate this review. I’ve watched it like ten times. I think you’re the only one on CZcams that has put these two side by side. I have a Rane One and the Roland 707m, but the Prime Go has been calling me. Having to learn Engine DJ and the lack of stem functionality are the two things holding me back from pulling the trigger. Though I know stems is a serato thing. The 707m has a sharper cross fader than my Rane One believe it or not 😂. One of my controllers would have to go through if I did get the Prime Go which would be another dilemma. 🤷🏾♂️
Man thanks for watching! I appreciate the feedback. I don’t have a lot of experience with the Rane One, that’s a hard dilemma. The Prime go having its own battery stand alone is big. It also has really good sound drivers. Hopefully the relook Flux will allow us to use the Prime go with Serato.
@@PhearNone7 I decided to pull the trigger after all. I'm going to be off loading the larger controllers that require me to be lock in one place to use them. I'll have to wrap my mind around Engine DJ, but I'm up for the challenge. Reloop Flux? Never even heard of it. I'm off to do my googles. Peace!
@@Lord_Mau_ ReLoop Flux, (there was a typo) I have a video on it
I bought Both
how do you like the roland?
A prime 4 that has all the features of both the Roland with 4 channels and have a zone output and Serato Pro compatibility. I look forward to the video about that
I’ve found There’s way too many features missing on my prime 4 compared to the 707. Denon looks pretty, but for me it lacks flexibility with effects and connectivity.
You have to get the soundboks to go with them decks we did it's the lick 💯🇯🇲🇺🇸🇪🇺🇨🇦🇬🇧🏴🔥
I think you can control eq of the mics on the denon in the utilities setting I think
I will look into that, but it already seems like to much of a deep dive for every set up. I really want efx on the mics as well. Thanks for the info however
Have you tried the loudness option isn't it supposed to make it louder the roland
Hey pal lonng time no talk. Im writing to you because I am having an issue with my denon prime go. I bought the the prime go back in 2022. It is still a great unit. Sadly I am having audio drop outs whenever I am moving the fader on deck 2 the right side. Been having this issue for a couple months now and now it is annoying me. Have you had this issue before with your prime go. if so, what did you do to fix it? please let me know. Meanwhile im deciding to go buy the denon prime 4+ or just go back to serato while the prime go gets fixed. Thanks bro.
I also use are wireless wefi guitar plug instead of wires to the speaker so now I’m truly wireless!
Man play some QTip
Look into the mackie thump go. Goes great with the prime go.
Yea I have to try that Mackie. I reviewed the JBL Eon 1. Curious how the Mackie compares.
Prime sounds distorted but the 707m sounds loud but crisper imo.
Could be my fault because it wasn’t a direct feed.
Check out the soundboks it's great with the prime go and the 707m 💯🇪🇺🇺🇲🇨🇦🇬🇧
I will.
@@PhearNone7 you can do a review on it, stay up walk good Homie 💯🇬🇧🇨🇦🇺🇲🇪🇺
The fact you can DropBox songs to yourself live on the spot is huuge!!
Yea that is a great feature! If you have a computer set up I guess you could do the same thing all be it with a bigger footprint.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets you can use your phone to Dropbox tracks
What? Give the Prime Go! Serato compatibility? Not sure they will.
do you still like the roland? thinking of adding it to the studio since it has a small footprint and supposed to have great quality. just hope they keep supporting it
Yea I still like my Roland just haven’t seen an update in quite some time. I have been using my prime go for most of my gigs lately. But when I use serato the Roland is my go to. Hope that helps lol
thank you! appreciate you responding- that definitely helps lol
You can't compare a battery deck with a plug up ac power deck. Especially when the Prime Go is really the only deck that has this capability. Also the standalone capability of the Prime Go is incomparable. It does not need a computer. Denon gear is the only gear you can really compare the Prime Go to. Now if you want to compare a Prime 4 with the Roland. That makes more sense. Since you can also run Serato on that deck & it has 4 channels. The size is just not comparable. Also the value of a Prime Go is the ability to mate it to a battery powered speaker. And play in a park with no generator or power block for about 4 hours. Dude you can do a mix in the bed with your PJ's on with a Prime Go. Lol.
Battery power isn’t the only aspect of a DJ deck. Battery power is a unique feature yes. However as a mobile DJ when going to purchase a smaller mobile set up both decks are and option. Ironically when I purchased both decks, they were side by side in B&H. They were both also the same price. I compared them for the consumer having to choose between the two, and who might not know or understand the differences . The Numark mixstream pro is also standalone and has internal speakers , so my point is there are many factors to consider when purchasing DJ decks which is why they should be compared. Thank you for feedback I appreciate your opinion.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets The Numark is still not a battery powered rig. The 1st reason why Denon made the Prime Go was because it was battery powered. The size was a big part also. Just look at the commercial they did. They take the deck on the airplane, they have it in the back of a car preparing tracks. Before the guy switches to his main setup at a venue. And they even have a DJ playing on a mountain top. No other rig can do this. Really the Go has no comparison at the moment.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets I have the Numark, BUT it's a bit annoying to me. firstly there is no way to make playlists without the computer (come one, it has a computer insuide - how hard can it be to prohgram a gesture to move a track into a playlist of your choice?), Then there is an issue when I want to change the pitch of a track that is playing it doesn't allow me even though the SYNC is off. The pitch slider has to be moved to the max or min point to somewhat reset the fader and then it works, easy for the prepared track, but horrible if you need to adjust a track that is currently playing!!! Finally it developped a fault when a right PLAY/PAUSE button became unresponsive, so sadly it goes back to Amazon. I have informed Numark abou the shortcomings, and even though they were professional ,I don't think they understood the sheer lack of having the ability to create playlist without a PC for a standalone player....how can it be fully standalone if you need a computer to do such an easy task?
Today I went out my garage with a USB flash and played a CDJ that was plugged directly into a speaker. Can you also do that with the Roland or do you have to take the time to set up a laptop?
No the Roland only has a internal drum machine that you can use with out laptop. The Denon is standalone like your CDJ.
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets :(
These are two different animals. One is standalone and the other is a traditional controller. I don't see the comparison. GO wins even without the battery. You can easily use a portable battery. Effects box or portable mixer for the mic not a big deal. The closest competitor is the MixStream by NUMARK.
Hey man thanks for watching! I have a few reasons why I compared these decks. When I went in B&H they were right next to each other in the display case. They were close to the same size. They also had the same price point at the time. As consumers we are posed with that choice right away and if you are a new mobile DJ or buying a gjft for a new DJ there will be nuanced choices that one will have to make. I made this video to help those people. I love both decks for different reasons. Yes the battery power put the Denon in a unique league off it own. However after that I feel the comparison gets little grayer. Especially if footprint is important to the buyer or user. The Roland needs a computer and power yes, but the Roland has effects and more control over its mics. All you need is two pieces of hardware with the Roland. Then Denon having to pull out an effects pedal or mixer adds to the footprint making you have to bring the same amount of gear out for both decks. If the GO had mic effects it would be a much clearer winner. Thanks for the feedback again!
@@PhearNoneGearGadgets OK cool. You're in NYC also.
I just feel that this controller and the PRIME GO are in two different worlds. There are many lightweight controllers but there is only one battery powered all in one standalone and that is the GO.
I was about to say the same thing about the comparison. This is apples to oranges. Compare the Denon to the Numark Midstream Pro even though they are both made by the same company. They are both TRULY standalone.
and you can hook up some 12's to the roland- has a grounded phono input@@PhearNoneGearGadgets
i have the go and sc600s best devices in my view
So far Virtual DJ works w Prime Go
Yup! Waiting for serato
@@PhearNone7do you think they'll finally give it serato compatibility? I've been holding off because of that primarily
Is the 707m discontinued? I can’t find it anywhere
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sweetwater, guitarcenter, amazon all have it and it is still in production. talked with roland today
Apples and oranges...one uses a computer and the other is standalone and battery operated.
They were created for different types. The DENON stands alone.
Yes but they are both fruit. If you are looking for your first pro deck, which one do you buy? They both cost the same amount of money. This video is intended to help those people who see these decks side by side on display, as I did in B&H. Both decks also have sound cards, faders, jog wheels, and use a ton of similar I/O. All of that can be compared. A Tesla is full electric car and a full gas Lexus can still be compared on how they drive , the same goes for these 2 decks in IMO. Thanks for the comment, I appreciate the feedback.
If only the 707m worked on Djay...Roland doesn't realize that they have no pull with Serato and might need to branch out...These companies fail due to ego and pride.
DJaY would be cool on the 707M.
serato pro is included for free..
Roland is not all in one so you cant compare.
One is battery powered and has a computer built into it. The other is just uhmm... small bro.
Both are $1000, one has onboard efx for mics, a drum sequencer, an osolator and zone control for different mixes in up to 3 rooms, and you can save preset tunings for rooms that you regularly spin in. So there are many other choices, were you want to spend $1000 if your just getting your first pro deck.