Rane Four One Month Review - What's the VERDICT?

[@jhyphinwill]

The Mag Four crossfader tension can be adjusted by removing the fader plate and adjusting the flat head screen on the fader body. Turning the adjustment screw to the right adds more resistance, and turning to the left makes the crossfader lighter.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Thanks Jason, totally forgot about that.

[@hardkore360]

you beat me to it, this also applies to each channel fader (Channel 1 - 4).

[@RyanWalsh-z9c]

Thank you for that info

[@RyanWalsh-z9c]

@@hardkore360🙏

[@joeydurham3493]

I don’t mobile DJ anymore I’m now and on air personality country radio DJ but having my own studio I love this controller. I can’t tell you how long I’ve looked for controllers with the talk over feature and I can’t find any this controller is a win-win evidently my fans, love it. I love it can’t say enough about it and because of reviews like this, my man, I’ve become a subscriber, thank you so much for your reviews keep playing the music and making people smile that’s the whole reason why I do what I do and that’s why you do what you do I never was scratching as a DJ when I used to mobile I’m more of your mix DJ a.k.a. Dis jockey thanks for the great review Terry take care

[@P4boot]

Terry and Mojaxx are arguably the only reviews you’ll ever need to make any major equipment purchase decision. Thanks man.

[@RyanWalsh-z9c]

Agreed

[@dancarthen3634]

that's what I always say

[@rodneylewis6104]

I might be the only DJ on earth that Djs on turntables 4 times a week but was underwhelmed with the Rane One. I have large hands so the small moving platters didn’t do much for me. Mobile gigs I use the SRT but dropped it last week. Long story. Ended up picking this up yesterday and haven’t even plugged in yet but the jogs feel a lot more sturdy and less plasticey than the SRT. Can’t wait to play with it. As always, great follow up CT

[@_darkjay_]

Honestly I'm quite happy because having an alternative to the 1000SRT that feels as good and reliable is great, specially on my side of the world where the SRT is just almost impossible to find and purchase without waiting several months so having something I can look at as a same level (if not better) option is a great benefit

[@seeeyegee3061]

I love mine! I've had it for 2 days and it's been a blast getting into it!!

[@prezthedj]

Excellent review. I'm trying to decide between the Rane 4 and the ddi-1000. So this was right on point. Much appreciated.

[@djx-bax6583]

Thanks for everything Brotha🙏🏾

[@HD-Deejay]

Now it’s the right time for Rane to make the 4 channel mixer only (like the rane 68) with the same fx and steams capabilities of the Four for the dj’s that don’t want to buy a controller and prefers just the mixer … by the way excellent review 👏👏👏

[@DMulabiTalejan]

Great revu as always. As an old skool chap, i am also looking forward to a Rane 2 with that implementation.

[@mooganoid]

Superb insight review. Thank you! Might be getting one of these…

[@dragosalexandru1961]

I went for the DDJ-FLX10, after a deep research. Glad I did 🙌🏻

[@djrizama]

I’m still debating, are you using Serato dj with the FLX10?

[@ClevelandTerry]

Flx 10 is an amazing controller.

[@hobbyNtech]

I’m using only Serato, as Rekordbox has issues with Track separaration.

[@Barnsey87]

The Pioneer rev 7 is perfect fader tightening knob and all the built in fx only issue with it was pvc jogs but I've been having a look at this controller to see whats up, thanks for ur time Cleveland.

[@Charles-dv4du]

Great review as always Cleveland, beautiful masterpiece of a machine!! I definitely wanna get one.

[@jerseysowndjmartini6767]

For a person like me who likes to remix and mash-up this was the PERFECT buy for me. Have had my rane four since late march and i freaking LOVE it!!! I'm STILL learning stuff on it. Once i saw the specs on this i knew this was the one i had to have. Went from a numark party mix II (yeah i know... laugh it up) to a mixstream platinum to an NS4FX to the rane four.

[@Deveron-er7rc]

Do you need to download the software for the steam split for blends?

[@HeyScotG]

What a great summary Terry. Relaxed, engaging, and fun. I do have one question. Have you had the occasion to plug a RANE Twelve into the controller?

[@rubencontreras6418]

DUDE I LOVE THE WAY YPOU EXPLAIN DEFINILY I WILL GET MY RANE FOUR HELL YEAH

[@DJNibz]

Thanks for the review man! I’m looking to upgrade from my Pioneer DDJ-SX2. Are the jog wheel controls gonna be similar to that? Or should I look at the FLX10?

[@anthonycharles19]

I hoping they updgrade my S-11se/PLX-1k’s so deck 3&4 breakout like stems on the Rane Four? It’s like already a 4chn mixer

[@aaronthedj12]

So much on this beauty, I feel like it would take a solid month to learn and get used to it , to be efficient on stage. But very nice , I'm definitely interested in picking one up

[@ojbaxter]

You can adjust the fader tension. You have to take the faceplate off the faders. But it is adjustable.

[@ClevelandTerry]

Yup. I forgot. I pinned Jason’s comment. He works at rane.

[@RyanWalsh-z9c]

Thank you for this video. Very helpful.

[@VictorVargas-hu2gh]

I have the rane one I have an issue one turntable won’t scratch it spins but that about it I press the shift to motor on and of idk what to do no more

[@DJBennyswift]

Thanks for the update and review, I really don’t use effects when I spin, could probably use one or two here and there, now I have to make a choice once NAMM hits with the new gear, I just invested in a Mesa Facade Table which the table seems too big and wide for my Rev-1 and Mixstream Pro lol soooo this Rane Four can look good in it…we’ll see soon. Thanks CT!!!! Blessings!

[@Kmosleymusic]

Man . I’m still trying get my hands on one of these . I like the moving jog wheels but still wanna see what this new controller is all about .

[@Kmosleymusic]

@Djcleveland_ just stop it . Ain’t nobody fall for the b.s.

[@sirdrake6]

I've watched this review and Mojaxx's review of the Rane Four several times. I've been looking for an upgrade from the Numark NS6II, and I'm leaning toward the Rane Four if I can't find a 1000SRT

[@drjust2011]

CT....Im in the group that wanted this to have moving jogs..its the biggest box.. I want to buy it but still want the moving jogs..lol. You mentioned other options RE moving jogs, what are they, which have the level of stem control that R4 offers? I started to look at Rev 7, but then I saw the R4..... I have been using ns73 since 2018 but its reached the end of its life cycle.

[@sonidosoundwaves]

I have always used Rane products, I like their quality and sound. Before having my first controller, I always used turntables with an interface and a real metal Rane mixer. When l did the transition to a controller (Pioneer 1000SRT) l was disappointed! Cheap recycle coke bottle made controller, it was like a toy for me! So l have been waiting for Rane to come out with a 4 channel metal controller and l guess my prayers were answered ! I will get mine next month

[@klausmogensen8691]

Split stems is a great feature The great part is that it's a fairly simply feature in itself - but it then opens up so much on a lot of the other features

[@P4boot]

Klaus is gonna be interesting to see how our vdj is gonna integrate to this ! Maybe even better than Serato! Lol This controller is a beast.

[@hectorcruz4578]

Thanks for the great review! I’m on preorder for this, so it’s nice to hear what you like and didn’t like. I’ve been using the S4 Mk3, so this is a pretty big jump from it, but I’m really stoked to play with the stems feature. I love the moving platters, but it’s not a game changer for me

[@dillagence2]

I just purchased this straight from Rane since it's out of stock in stores, and I'm also moving from Traktor S4 MK3 that I bought in 2020 and learned on. I was reluctant to switch, which I'll still keep the Traktor because I'm a Maschine user as well and enjoy the link feature. I definitely have enjoyed toggling back and forth with the motorized platters on S4 MK3, but I'm no professional or turntablist so I'll get over it. Like you, I'm very excited to finally get to some stems and join the Serato gang! I honestly gravitated toward Rane due to what looks like a similar layout to Traktor. What do you think so far with your Rane? Has it been an easy transition? Pros/Cons? I'm nervous!😂

[@hectorcruz4578]

@@dillagence2 Nice! I love using maschine as well. The Rane 4 and Serato has taken a little bit to get used to, but I LOVE this controller. Being able to use stems on some songs has been really amazing. One thing I'm not crazy about is Serato's Bin feature. I've been trying to organize my music and Traktor felt more intuitive, but I've been using it for 10+ years, so I'm sure that's a big part of it. There's probably some trick/tip that I'm missing, but the layout itself is very close to Traktor, so that transition has been easy in that regard. I'm VERY happy with the controller so far. It's solid and a total beast. It can be a little overwhelming at first, but once you start playing with it, you'll get used to it. Let me know how you dig it when you get a chance to mess around with it :)

[@dillagence2]

Thanks for the heads up! Good to know. I just got it delivered this afternoon and also just got off work, so I'm about to get into it now. Gonna be up all night! 🤣🤣

[@hectorcruz4578]

@@dillagence2 Sweet man!! Have fun! \m/

[@kingofqueens777]

Thank you Cleveland Terry after watching this review, I think I’m gonna buy one cause I never had a Rane controller and it has a lot of nice features and the stems look really cool among a lot of other things so I will give it a try.

[@puntacanatransferpro]

what is the name of that song love the beat

[@Borderlands808]

Issues I’ve heard: button(s) stop working. Plater(s) become non-responsive, weird buzzing noise while using the mic. Are these common? Have the been fixed/patched?

[@RIKREADY1]

Excellent Review 🔥💯🔥

[@demetriusnickens6803]

Wuz good King..looking to buy my first one. What do you suggest

[@DJDRFUNKJUICE]

Wow this has to be your best work Terry of the rewivew of the rane 4, keep it up going to watch your other videos later on huge fan of your work keep it up. Funk Up, Salute, Stay Blessed.

[@magic_with_ruuben]

If Pioneer doesn’t release something to compete with this on the same level or better then this is what I’m buying. Great review

[@klausmogensen8691]

I think the DDJ-FLX10 will be aimed as that

[@LSand.]

I feel the same way. Need those stems 😊

[@radientproductions9799]

same , i'm waiting til after NAMM show to buy

[@magic_with_ruuben]

@@klausmogensen8691 maybe. But it looks so cheap. Pioneer can built much better products than what I’ve seen of the FLX10. The Rane four feels more like a solid competitor to the 1000SRT than the FLX10 with its cheap bedroom dj build quality. Sure, if you’re gonna only use it at home it’s fine, but not out on the road every day.

[@jerseysowndjmartini6767]

I freaking LOVE my rane four. I am STILL learning stuff with it and i have had it since late march.

[@PrinzII]

Very useful info, as usual. I am looking to try it out before plunking down the coin.

[@balancethedj]

Been waiting for this video thanks

[@cbsdave3g]

On Rane Four Stems pads are so much easier and faster than using the faders for stems, but great it has both options.

[@edwinrosario9920]

Terry you the man! when it comes to you analyzing and breaking down this controller made me realize i invested on a good controller..thank brotha

[@smash8295]

What do you mean about the Headphone Volume? I think it can be little bit louder and clear. Maybee a Firmware Update can help 🙏

[@douglassmcclellan8424]

Thank you for what you do bruh. Just ordered mine.

[@Kamezz22]

I need some assistance. When I press the STEMS button to make the volume controllers split between the vocal and the instrument, it's not working for me. Moving the Channel 3 knob does nothing. Am I missing something or a step?

[@djonixx7149]

As usual, a truly great and insightful review. Although I want to put all the blame on the lack of moving platters, I got to be honest. I kinda promised my wife I wouldn't but another mixer in this price range after the NS7III. However, if it had the motorized platters, I'd be willing to break out the knee pads once more :D

[@djkreese008]

The jogs should of had the option to put more tension on them like how pioneer have that option. The jogs are to loose…..

[@lavishlifedjs]

Rane one user here…good solid controller just not for me. Rane had to do this to capture the majority of the people who use controller that don’t care for moving platters. I have a feeling a Rane One MKII with some of the improvements you mentioned will be in line Thanks for the upload

[@vaughnthomas7710]

I hope you are right. I love the moving platters. 👍🏽

[@ratbone2001]

CT you are really talking me in to replacing my beloved dj707m. Does the booth/zone allow for a deck assign? Like if your playing a wedding reception in one room and background in another on deck 4.

[@djreggieb564]

Are you from Bpt CT?

[@TheDJWaves]

are the jog wheels responsive like the pioneers?

[@Le_Lys_Eclectique]

Big hug bro! Just drop to say hi and that following all the time even if I don’t interact all the time!

[@dj_deewayne10]

Another great review!! Thank you for solidifying my decision to purchase this board.. don’t need moving jogs, I’ll use my Rane One for that.. great review!! #ASK can you add an Innofader to this board??

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

i use studio to pre stem tracks for making mashups which i make in studio .I then will use those mashups or remixes in whatever i am doing later.I am still unsure if i would feel comfy doing live mashups with stems and video and effects both audio and video while lets say broadcasting on twitch.I have an eight core Mac book pro but its an older intel model so for live stem mixing along with video which would take some prep i might wait till i have an up to date Mac book but i like the channels for the stems.However with so much going on things could get a little confusing.

[@donnycollins1797]

Hey Terry! Love your channel man! Liked and subbed! I recently got the Rane One and really enjoy it along with Algoriddim DJAY Pro AI. It would be cool to add this to the collection at some point in the future.

[@gamingheadztvMediaHeadztv]

Any chance we can see it work with vdj now that it works with it

[@kevinacosta3926]

Im officially stuck between the Rane Four & The Prime 4 Plus which will also include stems.

[@buddymorgan3198]

If I am correct, I believe this comes with a FREE subscription to Serato DJ Pro?

[@ClevelandTerry]

Correct

[@superdad8274]

Are the platters motorized?

[@isaiahfurrow7414]

I want something like the Rane Four or Rev7, leaning towards the Pupneer at the moment... a Rane moving jog unit like this, maybe ...the Rane Four M ?

[@mauriewashington3424]

Which one is better rane 4 or flex 10

[@babykapper]

Is anyone having issues with the the right job wheel, mine constantly lags when I scratch!?

[@hassandjhaboogiespin4550]

i just bought The Rane controller and got in Mail Today 4-26-2024 👏🏽👏🏽🤣i am Excited about purchase, RANE 4 definitely has alot of things To Learn most definitely!!!!! Tomorrow when i gets off Work Gonna Put it to Work, 😅, Just gotta figure out where the I RIG’ Goes at😂😂😂, Cause i needs to keep my sound Away from my neighbors Hearing, i thought it would go in Booth section??? Correct!!!!, THIS RANE 4 is Gonna make me Addicted, i been using my Technics, But definitely wants to avoid Carrying Them As Much, 😮‍💨🤓TERRY Great Video though

[@aj6761]

I'd oddly love this as an alternative to my Rev7 for different types of gigs. I'd actually probably take the Rane out and keep the rev7 at home for scratch sessions

[@john7587]

Quick Question. Is the play button and cue button. Are they just like the cue pads or do they feel like the SRT when you press play?

[@ClevelandTerry]

They are just like the buttons on the rane twelves, and rane one. The feel different from the SRT but equally good.

[@dreamdaycharleston]

Pretty sure you can adjust the crossfader weight if you open the face plate

[@ClevelandTerry]

It’s pinned

[@ejpressplay1339]

Had a gig and 2 mins in audio started cutting out and distorting. Luckily, I had a back up controller and audio was fine. Any guess as to why the audio wasn't working with this controller. I have windows 11 AMD processor

[@ClevelandTerry]

I would put my money on stems. Did you increase the audio buffer?

[@ejpressplay1339]

Haven't tried that yet. Defintly did the frimware update. Will gig tomorrow and try increasing buffer, I usually keep it on lowest.

[@tovyaweissberg47]

I don't think anybody has demonstrated what functions work or don't work when running two turntables for channel 3 and 4

[@ClevelandTerry]

Just like any other system. The Standalone effects work.

[@Hello-userr]

VDJ support Rane 4 Testing with build 7524. Show scratch sounds

[@ceres911]

Perfect controller for me. Long Pioneer user here.

[@Dannyfr33sh]

What is silent que?

[@deedee7063]

hello like the video a lot, very clear and all, I am a home dj some times I have a gig here and there. I was a dj back in the late 80s and 90s I had a numark mixer with 1200's turn tables the best I had to stop dj I had to go to college when I got back everything was different dj people was using cd's. so I got me a dual cd player with a new mixer EQ and all. then I found a job far away from home 20 plus years later I find my self dj again hahahah I got me a unmark 4 channel controller then I sold it to buy a pioneer ddd sz gold I loved it I had so much fun but then I sold that one to buy a denon x1800 with 2 sc6000. such a headache. pads weren't responsive enough slow and some how had a cheap feeling had it for about a year and sold it. was never happy with it..... I want to get back to dj for fun only. I am debating between rane 4 and ddj fxl10 Both with stems. how u feel about the pioneer???? also I like the pads to be very responsive to the touch I don't like to be pounding on them. thanks.

[@bpmdjpro]

Great review!

[@HumanGuillotine]

This VS a FLX-10?? I’m in the market for a new controller after my SZ2 started to show its age.

[@jerrycummings3884]

Can you add echo effects to your personal drops?

[@ClevelandTerry]

Yes, as long as you have it assigned to channel 4

[@jerrycummings3884]

@@ClevelandTerry awesome thanks for quick response

[@uereaves]

The real review finally…

[@notorioussoundz1713]

I'm getting a platter issue on the left platter. It slips when slip mode is off. Does anyone else get this issue

[@ClevelandTerry]

Make sure your firmware is up to date. If you still get it you may have a defect.

[@netfamiller4356]

You the man terry

[@djtyme2446]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 I am a RANE MAN for now 🤣🤣🤣 Rane One for the bar's and RANE Four for the club's 💪💪💪✌️

[@Kobymusic11]

The best action I love in this hadward after scratch

[@LSand.]

My thing is , it would be so cool if rekordbox had these capabilities to stems songs on the fly like Serato.. c'mon pioneer, I'm real close to grabbing this R4 & switch over to Serato, IDK 🤷‍♂️ 😅

[@djalejandro312]

yup, agreed. Although I hear they are coming out with an app where you can DJ off your phone or iPad on the controller. As a mobile DJ that would be a very useful feature especially as a backup.

[@DJ_CHARLITO_THE_GREAT]

Yeah I know....I love Rekordbox but I'm not going to lie these upgrades are making me reconsider 😂

[@djalejandro312]

@@DJ_CHARLITO_THE_GREAT The leaked FLX10 unit seems to indicate Rekordbox will have its own version of STEMS

[@djthunder6]

I think that’s only problem with it but I just got the rane one. But love having the jog wheels

[@terranceantoine5815]

I would like to get my hands on the rane one controller it's very interesting...

[@billykatsoulakis8258]

I can't wait to buy this it just amazing.

[@officialrapprod]

great review!!!

[@bboymac84]

Would make sense to split all the stems not just vocals and melody like VDJ

[@DjTecniq]

Why does the scratching audio sound so faint and like a low bitrate mp3 file? Have seen many clips and the scratching just doesn’t really match the music…almost like scratching with stems except not using stems…very odd

[@ClevelandTerry]

Not sure what you mean, I didn’t scratch in this video

[@242djredz]

Boom! Rane got ya… surprise! Rane Performer - there’s your moving jogs.

[@patwangler540]

Yes to when a RANE FOUR 2 with motorized jogs

[@sonidosoundwaves]

This is my next to have a dj controller! I'm a Rane user.

[@DanielleKingdjdinosaur]

its great but i cant stand static jogs and i have the Rane 12s mk 2 and Rane 72mk2.Make this with spinning platters and i will get it and never mind the weight.

[@roymoxley2587]

Well there are many issues with the platter I am one of them my unit is only 8 months old this is ridiculous My first and now last Rane product

[@allandenola5968]

Geez -good review - Nick Spinelli trashed this controller and dont get me wrong i love his channel too he is funny and informative . Just probably need to go see both this and the Flx-10 in person cause i am a serato dj user .

[@podparadiseradio]

i am thinking about it too for my coming exibition soon . but the price is something that freeking me out... lol #podparadiserd

[@NewVisionLCS]

Now it's time to wait for the Prime 5, Prime 4 with Stems!

[@Ray-yt7mk]

How does it sound?

[@ClevelandTerry]

Great, like all rane products.

[@YouriHL]

There sure is a future. Rane is planning a Rane X as well. Which will be slightly smaller, but wíth stems ánd moving jogs.

[@ClevelandTerry]

They make great window wipers too.

[@YouriHL]

@@ClevelandTerry Hihi

[@Ray-yt7mk]

Good review.

[@nicholassimmons6291]

Had to sub, i all ways wanted to learn im blessed

[@ClevelandTerry]

Welcome

[@anthonyince8220]

RIP Pioneer

[@djmattames]

Excellent review! This is definitely a go for Serato users who don't mind the static jogs, and like you said a Rane ONE replacement loaded with the features of the FOUR can be a perfect solution for others. If Algoriddim djay gets official support for this before the Mixon 8 Pro is released, I can see a lot of preorders getting canceled in favor of the FOUR.