Pioneer DJ DDJ-REV7 COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW - The KING OF CONTROLLERS. PERIOD.

[@ClevelandTerry]

NOTE!!! The pitch goes to +50. I was referring to the pitch on instant scratch, not the deck itself.

[@djalcompton]

Good to know. Thanks man.

[@alistaford777]

Thank you for the clarification

[@jacktumbouniversal2149]

Bro u missed the most important thing ... how does the touch feel on the "vinyl" it looks soo shiny like acrilic .. is it deep grooved ? or does it actually feel like a vinyl ... anyways .... they are waaay behind my ns72 ... stating that is better than that its pretty hard to belive....

[@AntonGuyDJAPlus]

@@alistaford777 M Oomph o mmm mmm o m

[@PitchCtrl]

I have been going crazy looking for the perfect controller. And here it is! Thank you for the full review. Keep on doing what you do.

[@djbuddyventura]

I am a vinyl dj. Today I used the Rev7 for the first time. Absolutely mind-blowing! Of course there's always room for extras. But using the Rane One and Rane Four I think they absolutely nailed it! OMG I love this controller!

[@tys3074]

I appreciate your details! I purchased the DDJ 1000 SRT based on your reviews This is definitely a must have if your a scratch DJ using a SRT 1000 . PURCHASED

[@DJBennyswift]

Thank you for the video, I used spin on Technic 1200’s back in the 80’s and early 90’s back in Chicago,but then I jumped off to pursue playing live music etc. I’m actually getting back in the game and have been looking at controllers and this one caught my eye due to the spinning platter. I really enjoyed the video and what the Ddj-rev7 can do. I’m going to go ahead and get it so I can be ready by May 20th 2022 which will be my first DJ performance since the 1992, mad respect to you and your channel and thank you once again for the review. Blessings and success to you, your family and channel.

[@mycarmails]

Man your enthusiasm and passion is infectious. Really appreciate the straight scoop

[@ClevelandTerry]

Thank you.

[@arjr422]

It took 6 months to receive mine yesterday!! Bought it the 1ST day they were listed!! Just got it set-up and so far love it!! Gonna play around with it at home for a month or so to get accustomed to the difference between Serato Pro and Traktor Pro. Plus the differences between the controllers. Excited about it!

[@HarryLoveTV]

Dude. Your videos are so helpful. I been in the market for a new mixer since Rane/Serato announced my Sixty Eight would stop working. After watching your meticulous comparison vid I decided to go with the S7 for the time being - while I get back on my practice + spend time learning Rekordbox. Without the effort you had put into succinctly defining the differences I would still be flailing as well as scratching my head with some of the functions - thankfully your vid is a good reference point. This said - I’m surprised there isn’t a more comprehensive set of vids from Pioneer and Serato to help really impart the muscle memory of all the different features tucked away (particularly key functions). There are a few annoyances about the S7 at this time (eg no mute for fx return which I am used to from the Rane 68) however I am finding that quite a few are just because I need to tweak some settings or explore further. Anyway, had to say thanks for the thorough vids - you and Mojaxx vids are consistently on point & invaluable.

[@ClevelandTerry]

I really appreciate that. Keeps me going when I’m sometimes sitting at my desk wondering why I do this. 😂

[@TXP803]

Bro! This video just sold me on buying this. Ive been watching so many bad video reviews for this unit. I've been using my NS7 for ages and wanted to upgrade. THANK YOU!

[@ClevelandTerry]

My pleasure

[@alistaford777]

You are always on point. And, you answered all my questions I had about this new controller befor I could even ask.

[@Geedeecee1]

Good to see Cleveland Terry finally getting the love from Pioneer

[@officialdjbiks]

Thanks for making the best videos, they are super helpful. I just got my DDJ-REV7 today, looking forward to using it at my gigs! Time to return the Rane One 😂

[@djjesse1294]

Great review Cleveland!!! Very thorough. Thanks.

[@tripleoverhead3385]

Quality breakdown...great review...much appreciated

[@KaaosJones]

Great review as always. I'm torn on whether or not I need need this. It's a gorgeous piece of hardware that's for sure.

[@robertbarel896]

Very professional review . I learned a lot ! thank you

[@zhaldee]

Bro! As always, great review. I have the SRT1000 and although I love the Magvel fader, I'm not a fan of the "Nexus" style mixer layout. This is the one!!!! Thank you!

[@djel-g6389]

Imagine a standalone controller with 12 inch spinning platters. That would be the most expensive, heaviest, most professional controller ever made. If pioneer makes it, call it the Rev-Max. Or Rane...just call it the Rane Infiniti.

[@djchrisdisc]

or the Rev-All (Even better Rev-ai "AI"), for Rane... Rane 45 for the smaller platter and Rane 33 for the bigger platters.

[@shearcreatif]

you are giving them ideas...... this is a good thing :)

[@iceburgpimpin3491]

Yea I definitely want them to do a 12in.. and u definitely named the hell outta them if pioneer or rane do it they definitely owe u a check cause those are 🔥

[@ramonvaldez8050]

Numark should bring back ns7 series with a part 4 with a new dashboard that u can play from a usb sticks and of course some in board effects 🤔

[@DocFUNKist]

Couldn’t agree more… sometimes you wonder what are they thinking…

[@GrayGhostDog1]

Pioneer finally did the one thing that made them a non-starter for me... spinning platters. Excellent job and nice review, CT! I'm happy that there's another option in the market, but I'm sticking with my Rane One.

[@barrela80]

which DJ controller would U say is best looking to purchase

[@GrayGhostDog1]

@@barrela80 if you are asking me, I’m the worst person to ask… I ended up getting the Rev7. Lol! I still stand by the Rane One. It’s a pretty solid little controller. I have seen a few out there complaining about issues with the Rev7, but mines has been flawless so far.

[@jamesbarnes6964]

I held off on getting the Rane One because there were to many mistakes that went into the build of that controller. I knew someone would make a competing product but I had no idea it would be Pioneer DJ. And they simply hit a home run with this controller. But I never thought they would get into the "motorized platter controller" game. Also the price is really good considering the SZ2 cost about 2 grand a few years ago.

[@LoDaKid]

strange thing to me....how can one even get their timing without them spinning...by looking at the screen? I want to get this just to see the platters spin while my music is playing.

[@C-Dub1906]

Thanks Brother. This maybe the one I step up to from my Ddj SB3 when I’m ready. Appreciate you

[@mikebeats7448]

@Cleveland Terry DOPE review CT 👍 Especially explaining the line sticker vs removing the digital marker option

[@M3D_Concepts]

I was about to go and upgrade to a ddj 1000, after watching this video, I'll be spending the extra for the Rev7 thanks for a great video.

[@wolfganglahmann1933]

Excellent review, thanks CT!

[@djabsession6941]

I ordered mine and cannot wait for it to get here. Finally a controller that married the best of both worlds digital job with true turntable vinyl feel..on one piece of equipment! thanks for the details on the REV 7!

[@arkimwilliamson4429]

How much

[@Deejay1740]

LOVE IT I'M BUYING ONE THANK YOU FOR THE UP DATE ON NEW PIONEER CONTROL. D.J. 17:40 MIX 96.1. HAVE A BLESSING DAY.

[@theprinceiceshow852]

Dope review! Can’t wait for the side by side with the Rane One!!

[@angryman3054]

Ahhhh man. That was great. Thank you my brother.

[@MercurialJ]

Awesome review as usual bro. Thank you. DDJ1000 for sale NOW!

[@ClevelandTerry]

Ha.

[@selectorerwin1don12]

😆😆😆

[@djhemirukahemisphere8893]

True! I have a rane one for sale now too

[@MercurialJ]

Y'all thought I was joking. Someone is picking it up 2DAY! I'll rock my PLXs in the meantime for Twitch. This is worth the jump.

[@djyamix3095]

"Controller of the Year". . . I like bold predictions! Now where can get my hands on one! Great review and I like your fortune teller reference when you were making your "phase" slipmat for the Rev 7. LOL

[@hot4futureyears2come]

Great review. This is the controller I have been looking for. Good job pioneer

[@djaceboogie_nyc]

dope video. the best review on youtube right now. you always give a little more. that felt slip mat design is genius. something I would have definitely done. thanks again.

[@djcoalcut9399]

Awesome review as usually. Very informative. The Rev-7 looks more professional than the Rane one (and I own a Rane One). The Jog Wheels remind me of a modern take on the Technics DZ1200 CD Turntables (with the spinning outer ring) Concerned about sound quality/output and build quality. Damn it...I can't keep buying new gear every time something comes out 😆😂.

[@sicmusiq2484]

Bro I feel you #RaneOneOwner

[@djsoo]

sound is really good and holds up against the rane one.

[@idread1104]

Got one on the way brother..ty for the video..one love CT

[@shadeamarshall5394]

yesss finally I've always been a pioneer fan, but had to move towards RANE but just know that i can get a travel controller with the same feel is awesome love watching your videos I learn so much from them than k you Cleveland Terry so much cant wait for the comparison with the RANE ONE an DDJ-REV7

[@FBA_AllTHEWAY]

Just when I thought the Rane One was the best controller ever, You hit us with this!!..AMAZING! And great review thanks!

[@P4boot]

I knew it wouldn’t be, at least the lack of onboard effects guaranteed that… lol

[@djdam6]

I really liked the poster curl up in the right corner that revealed subscribe now. Nice touch. I love the little things.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Thanks man

[@ES-zi2xv]

I love your reviews always on point and detailed.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Thank you

[@DirtyCuttinScoundrel]

Man to see where you started from the first video to now getting products presale to review props! You and Mojaxx are my gotos. Hope you get to keep the unit.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@P4boot]

This is the macdaddy grandmaster of controllers. I saw djtech tips first and braced myself for the CT review!!!

[@johnlewissr35]

Instant scratch is a gimmick (like that controller with the built in scratch button) however the loading your own emergency song or whatever would be great

[@djshocase4577]

I appreciate this review one of the best so far. However, I think you should just run with idea of creating slip mats for the unit. You already have the blueprint!

[@DatGQDude718404]

I literally was waiting on this video and realized I wasn't subscribed. I just watched your 1000srt and Rane 1 videos last night and now this !!💯💯

[@ClevelandTerry]

Welcome!

[@numeromusiq1906]

I saw that this just came out and was crossing my fingers you did the review so happy you did 🙏🏾🙏🏾😂 my guy!!

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

On the platters yes i agree Pionneer felt slipmatts please and i hope they will give us a range of colours for the vinyl doughnuts and stickers.I can see that long use may end up with those things getting broken when the spend time getting hot then cold then hot again so spares would be nice and a choice of colours would be nice.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Good point

[@Rugerman205]

Wowzers! 😲 The Rev-7 looks beautiful and this is a wonderful review full of useful information as always! Bravo and Thank YOU Mr. Cleveland Terry 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@DJDRFUNKJUICE]

I like the bag that you use going to check it out on amazon. Great review.

[@horsemouth76]

Great review! As much as I am a fan of the Rev7 I have grown too fond of the convenience my Prime2 provides. Can’t wait to see if Denon releases a stand-alone comprised of their Mseries decks and their mixer.

[@ClevelandTerry]

I get that.

[@jimmyjohnson4411]

TERRY YOU COOL AS HELL .THAT REV7 GOING TO CHANGE THE GAME WHAT DJS NEED AM THINKING TO GET ME ONE

[@vincent5318]

Great video, I can't wait for the comparison video. I've had the ddj-1000 for 5 years and I have been thinking of getting something new. This may be the one!

[@jtm71]

DDj 1000 was released in Aug 2019. Your math doesnt quite add up.

[@MIXPRO68]

GREAT BREAKDOWN AS USUAL BRO TERRY-GOD BLESS.I MAY HAVE TO GET THIS BEFORE 2022 IS OUT(PROVIDED RANE DOESNT COME OUT WITH ANOTHER RANE CONTROLLER THAT TOPS THIS)

[@richardwilliams1310]

Great video Cleveland & I agree that this will be the controller of the year. One thing the Rane One can do that this can't is using the Skratch Attach to play real vinyl but this may be an attachment that few may be interested in. I noticed during your video too the DJ City TV logo on your Rev 7 which means Mojaxx probably tried it before you, hehe. Thanks again for the video mate. Cheers

[@ClevelandTerry]

We got them at the same time. 😀

[@BillyLane916]

I'm down with this. That crazy delay is wild.

[@wilsongyimah8290]

Move over Rane One. Wow what a machine! Well done Pioneer DJ

[@freqcity]

I'm stickin with the RANE ONE. I'm not sold on those jogwheels. The on board effects is cool but I'm not a heavy effect user at all and get by all day with Serato effects perfectly. No dual XLRs on every in/output is wack to me, its 2022.

[@ClevelandTerry]

I get that.

[@Bigheadedwon]

I really like the Rane One, but being able to get by on Serato effects "perfectly"? Jesus, yeap you're not an effects user that's for sure lol.

[@freqcity]

​@@Bigheadedwon Nah... scratching and blending, echo out, reverb, and noise filter... i never use any of the other ones

[@djunieq2891]

Great review. Glad i held out for a new controller. Definitely getting this one!

[@seeeyegee3061]

Amazing review! Thanks for yet another killer video!

[@jasonlegister2277]

What can I say CT really good video I enjoyed it I am now nervous because I don't know if I like this more then the ddj-1000 I am not into scratching but this might just make me think again thank you and happy new year

[@mikesterloc]

My thoughts on the Rev7; Ever since the depletion of shure needles, most DJs/turntablists that run in my circle have adopted phase dj. This has resulted in DJs reverting their turntable setup back to regular rather than battle style so the Rev7 having pitch sliders up top is old hat. The fact that you can't turn the motors off and use the platters to nudge and bend like every other motorized controller is also a deal breaker for me as I'm not a big fan of pitch bend buttons but to each their own I guess....I also don't like that DJs who prefer to use the centre spindle to pitch bend will now have to adopt a different technique than they're already accustomed to. That being said, the features on the Rev7 definitely outweigh those on the Rane One. Two totally different beasts. Awesome review CT!! Keep doing what you do...

[@ClevelandTerry]

I get that.

[@Handlinmybusiness]

great review, thanks!

[@kevinjohn5618]

geez...... just got used to my 1000srt. I have to get this when released. love the videos bro.

[@pioneerdjfrance]

Great review by one of the best US reviewer ! Thanks

[@ClevelandTerry]

Appreciate that!

[@djneight]

Ran over here fr your IG post. Thanks for the review.

[@djpaidfa]

Great review mehn definitely getting this controller

[@kayso7723]

Finally Pioneer answered to the Rane One. I so close to buying one. But I’m happy I didn’t, especially now Pioneer coming out with this. As for the price, I think is more than reasonable especially if you look at the Rane One. They’re pretty close together in Price and there’s so much more features on this REV7. Is this it Cleveland Terry or is there anything else Pioneer is coming out? Cause I didn’t know about the REV1 thanks to Mojaxx.

[@CheckDisOutpeeps]

The Rane One is a Beast, lol.

[@shameer685]

Goods informative stuff as usual Terry. I just pre ordered mines.

[@RunTFC]

I remember those paper folding games you stuck your fingers into to go back and forth to select certain numbers/letters and then the messages. Good times.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Yup

[@RealDealy]

Your scratching is getting on point!

[@ClevelandTerry]

Appreciate that

[@KingznQueenzEntertainment]

Super pumped that you got hands on with this sweet controller haha wait till wifey sees this for her Birthday ❤️👊🏿 Thnx for sharing King Amazing Review 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kingofqueens777]

Thank you for this great review as usual your reviews are very helpful. The question is, is this controller worth the money?

[@djcoolcliff]

Wish they added a Standalone Mode or Offline mode!!! So if you at a party and you laptop goes down, you can still keep on working!!!

[@dtjamslive8082]

Awesome Controller, Great review!! Agree Dope Dope product👊🏽

[@pardeepdhupar4644]

This is a great controller - exactly what I've been looking for BUT would prefer it with Rekordbox support as well! I realize that most scratch turntablists are on Serato but given that Pioneer is targeting this to the open format guys and mobile DJs, Mobile DJs use all of the software apps - Rekordbox, Serato, VirtualDJ.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Business gonna business. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@smvsounds]

Once excellent Cleveland!!! Your the man!

[@DonClair-D2thaC]

First I'm glad you reviewed this cause there are some djs who will remain nameless who truly need some work on youtube period. My question is how is the build quality compared to the SX or DDJ series? Is there a lot of plastic vs metal? Also have you ever done a beat juggle video? I ask because the way you explained the visual I have never had it explained to me that way. I think it would be very helpful especially to someone like me to know what to look for as well as listen for. Just thought it was great how you just gave vision to it bro. Keep up the great vids. I'm definitely a fan. D2thaC- St. Louis

[@djsoo]

I feel personally attacked lol - but yea, I suck at youtube - my vids are more to compliment my written reviews on techtools

[@DJ-Coma]

@@djsoo your videos are fine man!

[@tylerkepple640]

I wish this would have come out before I decided to jump ship to Denon, I love the SC and LC players, they are sweet, at least on the hardware side of things. Then as I got into using them and playing with them, found out I only have a limited feature set when it comes to adjusting beatgrids on the players themselves, a huge let down for an otherwise awesome system of DJ hardware. I was wanting to get away from needing a laptop since no matter how nice of a machine I get, they always seem to come up short on smooth live performance (it's a gaming laptop FFS) and so I was very disappointed that I couldn't do all of my library setup on the players themselves. So now this has my eye, despite wanting to ditch the laptop. But now that I am considering trying my Denon players out as Serato accessories, this has become a very attractive option. I guess Pioneer made the right counter move with this one, it seems like a fantastic piece and shores up a lot of the shortcomings of the Rane One. Hats off to Pioneer on this one.

[@franklynthree]

When I look at my rane one I see it the same way my first Numark ns7 vs the ns7 2 or 3. The Rev 7 makes me look at the rane one and say " y'all could have done this the first time "...the difference is numark saw where they could improve before another company put out a competitive moving platter controller.. If rane would have made the platter portion like mini rane twelves and used a rane 70 mixer mock in the middle there would be no debate for me other than I like the mag fader as well

[@AhkeemThaDJ]

Great review as always.Everything I could ask for being that i have always used turntables never owned a controller but this guy may be my first one.

[@Numba1ChiefRocka]

Thank you for this brother

[@SickJames]

Amazing review man! You touched on everything I was hoping for and more!

[@TonyStone3000]

Kudos to Pioneer for not allowing the non-mirrored setup to not skew everything to one side. The Rane-one platters? The right-side platter is much closer to the crossfader than the left side. Right side platter is cramped when using the crossfader while the left platter offers more room. It just looks like everything is skewed to one side on the Rane-One with no consideration for symmetrical Crossfader/Platter placement. One you look at the Rane -one and the uneven placement between the platters and crossfader you cannot unsee it.

[@ClevelandTerry]

I get that.

[@djstantsia7905]

Great controller. Perfect for scratching. Do i need it if i dont scratch.

[@SwaggWaves1000]

This thing looks Awesome!!..Love it!!..I have the DDJ1000SRT and I love it as well..but this right here iz DOPE!!!..Great review!!..I gotta see it in person...Guitar Center here I come!!..Peace!

[@CGeso]

looking for a S9 and plx1000 controller this is it ! im glad they made a portable version ! not bad !

[@grandstan1]

Great job CT. This just may be the one 🔥🔥🔥

[@newbreedrdmanager3465]

Man this video is great man just like the ultimate machine u are using

[@dj_deewayne9595]

Was so proud that I was able to purchase my RANE One (roughly a month ago) now I have to think heavily about what I might do now smh

[@djpaulcole]

Same boat my friend!!! My SX2 went so I pulled the trigger on the Rane. This is the story of my career. Lol. Still love my Rane one

[@ClevelandTerry]

Wait for my comparison vid tomorrow.

[@dj_deewayne9595]

Cleveland Terry you already know I’m waiting on that 😂

[@dj_deewayne9595]

@@ClevelandTerry did I miss the comparison video or have you not done one yet??

[@colotitlan1]

Nice how do got the controller so quick, is an amazing controller period looking forward to get one, Bendiciones

[@DjGregMN]

Another awesome review Cleveland. Very curious to see if it can be used with Virtual Dj

[@djcornel5010]

thank you bro

[@albertaguilar681]

I need one!!, going to wait for a limited edition color

[@ClevelandTerry]

So 3-4 years? 😂

[@Bigheadedwon]

Better start saving now then, the limited edition gold one will probably be like a rack extra ($1000) If you got it like that, hay I'm jealous. Me personally, regular one + skin from 12skinz. Maybe not the same, but 90% as good for $100 extra. As it is this suckers already expensive without any uber limited edition color offering lol.

[@albertaguilar681]

@@ClevelandTerry Yeap, no want to spend right now.

[@albertaguilar681]

@@Bigheadedwon I think this one is going to be $1999.99,

[@chromeblazin]

Great video! Keep them coming 👌🏾

[@ToussaintProductions]

I'm looking forward to the comparison video.

[@unikvibe4281]

rane (i mean InMusic) will give us this kind of gear with a central screen and fully standalone (USB)...if you don't understand i mean all in one sc6000M(X2) + Rane 72

[@ClevelandTerry]

One can hope.

[@DJEASE]

Best review thanks Cleve

[@ClevelandTerry]

Appreciate you fam

[@DJVarMar]

This looks like it can change a lot of mind's in the booth. The pitch faders are visually throwing me off, but I like it. It's nice of Pioneer to wait until after Valentine's Day to drop it.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Valentine’s Day has got to be the reason for the delay. 😂

[@the-d-man1013]

Great presentation on the pioneer controller, would like to see you play on it and use some of the features that would be awesome just my suggestion does the wheels have any speed control, does the controller have any setting off your drops from computer. Does the pitch control have zero.🔉🎤📻🎷🎸🔊

[@DJCasanovaToronto]

Hey Cleveland! So I've watched the other videos from the other guys as well and what I noticed is that most are using the pitch bend buttons to nudge the pitch. Can you please do a mix when you do your next video and see if nudging the actual vinyl on the platter works as well as a traditional TT or even the Rane One, as if you were just using a TT. For guys like us who do mobile gigs/clubs (and are open format) where we need to adjust pitch regularly, there's no point in moving platters if the pitch bend button has to be used to make fine adjustments IMO. Isn't the whole idea of the moving platters to emulate a TT as close as possible? I hope that makes sense and you get what I mean about not having to use pitch bend buttons. At least with the other controllers like the SRT, you still have the physical control of nudging by using the side of the platters, which to me is part of the experience. I think the REV 7 is geared towards more Scratch DJs who are used to using a TT and want to transition to a portable solution. (My opinion so far.) Thanks and keep up the excellent work on your content! Rudy.

[@rdist3865]

great review!

[@mtldjtechnical]

Dope review... Now Rane gotta step back up with an upgraded controller!!!!