Rane Performer Review - Did this just KILL the Rane Four?

Rane's Performer - probably the worst-kept secret in the history of DJ controller launches - is officially available. But is it a meaningful leap over its close cousin, the Rane Four? In this review, we look at the new FX, the platters and displays, and the new faders, to help you decide for yourself.

⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
1:21 Who's this for?
1:37 Layout & build
2:06 Rear panel
2:42 The big differences?
2:57 Motorised platters
6:40 Effects & faders
11:10 Should you buy it?
12:21 DJ gear alternatives
15:47 The BIGGEST decision..

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⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
1:21 Who's this for?
1:37 Layout & build
2:06 Rear panel
2:42 The big differences?
2:57 Motorised platters
6:40 Effects & faders
11:10 Should you buy it?
12:21 DJ gear alternatives
15:47 The BIGGEST decision..

[manny_f]

Phil you are a true grafter. You produce the most detailed reviews bar none. Thank you.

[tangumatv]

Very informative and enjoyable video compared to others I’ve watched on these units! Thank you sir!

[torinmartinez]

Getting this setup! Dream come true. Thanks for the dope review per usual!

[GetYourDJNOW]

Awesome, I might sell rane one and get it

[technohead]

How long are we away realistically from standalone version of this setup.... i dunno can i wait any longer. Coming off of 1210s with serato sl3 since 2011 need this standalone to replace 1210s an laptop

[michaelharris]

I got my ran Four less that 2 months ago and now they come out with this with motorized jog wheels??? DAMN DAMN DAMN DAMN!!!

[crhardnett]

Nice review. I’m considering replacing my Rane 72 and 12s setup with this. Mainly because it’s Rane, 4 channels which I like to have for flexibility, has the moving platters, and is more compact. Thoughts?

[williamtharpe]

I'm an NS7II user, so I gotta get this new rane performer! Great Video, Thanks 😊

[reptle]

I love your video previews the most caus they are very well detailed.

[Masterxhen]

Does the jogwheel screen update when you used stems?

[djboo-lee]

Amazing controller! That being said, I have no issues whatsoever with using the Pioneer FLX10 with Serato.

[nicholasbrown]

Great review! Does it have auto bpm detection for turntables that are connected? thanks

[DJBennyswift]

Thanks for the video Phil! Well, I’m interested in getting it that way I can also connect my DZ1200’s to 3&4 and have 4 spinning decks!!! Let’s see how it looks and how they would work together.

[Lava-Puperze]

One important question, at least for me, regarding the pitch bend...on the rev7 I found it quite hard to sync manually by touching the sides of the platters, slow down is no problem, but push forward/faster was difficult. I'm an old vinyl junkie and on the 1210s we had the spindle in the middle or we could slightly push the top of the vinyl or give it a smooth push at the metal on the side of the wheel if you know what I mean. Everyone had his own technique for it. I found it hard to get the feeling right in this regards on the rev 7, it was not as precise and forgiving as I was hoping for. I know we have the plus and minus buttons, they do their work and they do it good...but...it feels wrong to me to push a button to match the speed of my tracks. Is there a difference between the Performer and the Rev7? Is it "easier" and more precise on the Performer? 😬

[wrestlingfans]

I was waiting for this but hope Numark "wakes up" and makes an NS7 4 ... Helloooo are you still making controllers?

[leaveempty]

Thanks! Having the library on the platters is cool and FX on the faders is an interesting idea, but there is room for 4 rotary's and I would I prefer that. I feel we're going see some innovative stuff with split stems in coming

[PraiseWorthySounds]

So I literally found your channel today! Quite thorough! Got a question about the displays on this Performer - specifically in regard to your comparison of the Rane Four & FLX10. Having just binged all 3 videos including the comparison video and this one, I remember you saying (and I could be off) that the FLX10 was better for all of the info one could get from those displays. These Performer displays look larger than the ones on the Four which makes me hope that the information available has increased as well. Is that wishful thinking? Am I off?

[soiceyboy]

Hi Phil, great review! Maybe i missed it, but I don't think I heard you say anything about the weight. I was reading up on the weight and saw that its 28lbs which is a bit heavy, especially when you add it to a case. That might be a deal breaker for me, especially since I already have the Rane 4

[switch-gt]

A question I have after watching this review and your review of the Four (though maybe I just missed the answer): Are the channel FX on the Performer limited in the way the Four’s are? Specifically what you referred to around the 7 : 40 mark in your Four review. Are they controlling Serato FX? Can you only use filter on decks 3 & 4 when not plugged into a laptop?
Always appreciate your reviews!! Thank you!