⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡ 0:00 Intro 2:49 Denon DJ Prime 4+ 5:02 Pioneer DJ Opus Quad 7:18 Numark Mixstream Pro Go 8:52 AlphaTheta Omnis Duo 10:32 Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3 12:14 Denon DJ SC Live 4 14:25 Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ 18:04 DJ community questions & chat Full roundup: www.digitaldjtips.com/best-standalone-dj-systems/
@elttydj The Pioneer CDJ 3000's have a plastic spindle supporting the Jog wheels and if those plastic spindles fail which they do according to the technician who does the repair work at Store DJ and the main technician that is a licensed repairer in Osaka. On top of that Rekord box is has updates that constantly result in the loss of Cue points according to the DJ's who I manage. Who are now swapping over to either Engine DJ 3.3 or Mixxx for the gear that I custom build
@@elttydj I doubt that, Denon has more features, innovating with each new device, once stems is introduced Pioneer better hope they can buy Serato because it will be another nail in the coffin
Denon Prime Go would have made my list. It’s a thing of its own really. Built like a tank, it’s unique in its portability, for its size has a wonderful screen. And man, the battery! Nothing cooler than really learning this machine and impress people with a small, yet extremely powerful unit.
Same here. And one thing I’m surprised reviewers don’t really talk about is how the decks on it are near identical layout and features to the SC6000 but just smaller jog wheels.
Same, I love mine. IMO it’s the best controller for bedroom DJs and people doing livestreams. It has a standard layout, super easy to just plug and play if like me you don’t have much space, etc. I like my Mixstream Pro Go for its size and portability, but gosh, no in/out loop buttons and no beat jump! So lame…
Same. Bought as a backup to rev7/ddj1000 + laptop but gets used the most. Really lightweight and simple set up. The screen and OS are miles ahead of others I have used RX2/XZ Ideally rane come out with a motorised all in one for my needs
Me too. I bought one last year as an upgrade. I was on a budget. I can't buy great studio speakers, but the built-in ones do the job just fine. I'd like to know if someone is experiencing kind of distortion on them though. Despite it, I love it ❤
24minutes 22 seconds into this video was an epic fail with the possible need to change the under garments LOL On the other hand awesome content as per usual. Thank you.
You forgot about the Denton Prime Go it’s light weight and professional grade and battery powered too. It also has an aux input and good effects. I’ve tried the Numark live four and the quality of sound was not as good as the prime go. Thanks for you videos. This is Eddie with AcmeDJ’s in H town
Hi Phil Great comparison video. I've just bought the Prime 4+ it's a thing of beauty! Did my first gig with it last week, feels a bit strange not using a laptop, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. Keep the video's coming.
One small correction, the SC Live 4 is compatible with a pair of Denon LC6000s if you want to plug in extra decks. I've been using the Live 4 for over 1yr and it is just as capable as any other professional unit. It's about 75% of what a Prime 4 is.
Thank you phil....always a good conversation with you and you really do make it easier to think about which way to go...and what should be waited for to purchase...
Sorry to correct you ( 7:13 ) but Denon Hardware reads CDJ USB Sticks like a charm, just needs a moment extra to import the stuff. But usually cues, loops, bpm, waveform, everything is available.
You're not correcting us, we know that but it is not a seamless insertion into the Rekordbox ecosystem, we wish it were but that's never going to happen due them being rival brands.
Im a rekordbox user and use a xz and a omnis as back up I really would like to give the prime 4+ a chance as I see that you get much more for your money. My biggest problem with the prime is that it’s not possible to switch between computer mode and standalone without to stop the music and load to another environment. An absolute must if you play for crowd. The xz switch between rekordbox and usb sticks without any problem. If Denon change this I probably will be sold.
This is a feature request in the works. I only see it coming to the Prime 4+ though and not retrograded to previous devices if it does. I also see that this feature might get limited to specific software (ie Virtual DJ) There are also workarounds, but they aren't convenient in any way. Me personally I've never run into an issue as Engine DJ has everything that serato and VDJ does, with the exception to Stems right now, so I would be curious if you personally had other reasons why you would prefer that feature
Need to correct you again ( 13:39 ): you CAN plug in the LC6000 controllers to get a full 4-deck layout. The SC Live 4 is just a different target audience than the Prime4: it’s a perfect device to practice at home for the club, given the effect Control Strip, which is close to the DJM or X1850 mixers.
Do you own live 4? I love the speaker idea but it’s lacking features that prime 4 plus has and I’m not sure what to buy. I’d be gutted if I buy prime 4 plus and I don’t like it or find layout too hard to get used to.
Allen & Heath Xone 92 turned 20 years old this year; they took a limited edition Xone 92 - 920 worldwide. Can you do a review on a 92? I don't know any 2 decades old mixer model that's still in production; is ridiculous, hahah!
I'm confident there will be an XZ mk2. There's been so many new feature additions to controllers in the last few years, the XZ just released too early, and missed these features. Take some of those new features of the FLX-10 and the DJM-A9, and roll them into the XZ Mk2. I will gladly fork over my money.
7:06 I think this might be a misconception. Engine DJ makes it easy to import libraries from other systems including RekordBox and Serato, and it will import basically everything, including hot cues, loops, beat grids, etc. It will technically keep tags and color tags too, even though these aren't usable in engine DJ yet. If your fear for switching is worrying about re-prepairing your library, DON'T! This is basically seamless! I prepare my tracks all the time in Serato and have had no issues.
Glad you find this easy but... we have a support team who deal with endless conversion issues. It is not as easy as having one simple library for all your devices.
@@digitaldjtips oh I think I understand. It's more than just importing, which again I think is very easy. But going the other way (syncing/exporting) is basically non existent without use of other tools. I might try to reach out to your DDJT support team for some feedback because I have been in the process of creating my own tool like this for library management and syncing between these libraries. Really the program I was making was more focused on better beat grids as well as other focus on sound switch stuff, but should have alot of one button library syncing along with it.
I've been streaming 2 HRs weekly with the Prime 4+ for almost 8 months now. (My YT channel has the archives). The main reason I moved to it from Pioneer is because you can layer multiple effects on a single track through Engine's 3 separate FX systems. Pioneer has a similar (though not standalone) functionality in its Rekordbox performance software but it downgraded its controller hardware from 2017 on and there is not longer support their own 6 layer-able FX units in Rekordbox on any of its hardware. Instead they offer a single-assignable FX unit, momentary FX on the pads, a simple echo effect on the faders, and screen-driven FX (on the Opus). For me, being able to apply multiple-layers on scratch and/or mashup channels is a must-have for my style of DJing. Pioneer continues to force 2000s-era single assign FX on its lineup all the way up through its pricey flagship products and it's crazy to me.
They did it deliberately, as they will have felt most people don't use FX the way you do. I agree, it dumbs it down to an extent, but the sales of DDJ-1000, FLX10 etc I am sure they would say prove their point.
@@digitaldjtips Sales for sure. My position is, if stems actually every become a reason to buy hardware, you're going to want eight ways from Sunday to wet it down to mix parts in.
I luv my Denon SC Live4 because I am value conscious for my current level and budget => a serious hobbyist who just will play out from time to time. And it is a major upgrade from my beginner's Numark Mixtrack Pro II controller. Specifically I luv the SC Live4's long precise pitch controls for my mixes and stand alone capability. And although considered small the 7" touchscreen is sufficient if content with showing 2 of 4 decks. Yeah with more budget I would even purchase 2 Pioneer CDJ 3000s and a mixer!
@@digitaldjtips Yes Phil! I studied your reviews from last year (thanks so much) as well as several others I Googled, taking notes pros and cons of each. Then I made my selection after 16 hours +/- of research over 2 weekends. Time well spent for a fairly significant capital expenditure. Also I was able to save 15% from Guitar Center USA by purchasing over last 4th of July holiday weekend.
Talk about perfect timing. I ordered the numark midstream pro plus and I thought it would be enough….. it reignited my love for just playing at home or streaming. Now I’m gonna send it back but I just can’t decide what to get. Gotta be standalone. Wish the opus wasn’t so limited in so many ways. This all happened today I decided this. So this video couldn’t be more perfect for me !!
@@SticksAandstonesBozo Yeah or sc live 4. I have the pro and it's a great piece of kit. It's been around the worId with me in a suitcase most of the time and she's still kicking 😂 I want the sc live 4 next. Phillip is right, it should be called the Numark SC Live 4. 😁
@@DJLyncho If you’re already using the mix stream the sc really isn’t worth the upgrade. The difference between the SC and the Prime 4 plus is massive.
@@SticksAandstonesBozo ahhh iv had my eye on the sc 4 for a while. Iv had the original mixstream pro since day one. I like the speakers too so I'd feel like I lost them or something with anything else 😂
Correction even if you are a pionner dj using rekordbox your prime 4 or 4+ recognizes your playlist and converts it without affecting anything, but only downside it doesnt have the anylize information but it will do it for you in the fly
If you buy Denon, make sure to get the best warranty your shop offers. In one year we've had to return one SC5000, three SC6000M's, and an x1800. Very unreliable and their firmware is unstable. They also keep cramming features into the firmware in which the units can't handle.
@@BlueHawk80 I just switched to pioneer for the first time in 15 years of djing and I don't regret it. I've used denon for most of my life, but ever since they switched from japan to taiwan manufacturing their gear went downhill. Everything after the x1700 and 3900's are unreliable, and their customer service is not great. They keep cramming features into their firmware which the units cannot handle. This is my experience with the sc5000s, sc6000m's, x1800 and x1850, as I've used these progressively since 2019. We've also had to send three 6000m's back.
Best statement on Denon Ive read this is fact ppl who love Denon never got past DJing on controllers, Idk what Denons controller quality is but their seperates are the F150 turbo 4 bangers of DJ equipment, straight trash, they cant pull the weight and break often. Pioneer will always be pricey and the standard because it dont break, yes are they behind the curb with the tech because they focus on reliability, Denon focuses on the tech this is fact and heres another fun fact. Denon Alpha Theta and Pioneer DJ are owned by the same Father company, the directions these companies take are carefully planned. I am not hating on Denon I love Denon moreso then Pioneer but i side with pioneer and pay that overpriced rate for reliability. If the gear were cars its Toyota vs Kia Kia got all that nice shiney shit and awesome tech while Toyota is bland and if you want the shiney gotta buy toyotas luxoory line Lexus. Ok off the internet I go Love n light yall
I really surprised that Numark got left behind. I thought they would have been way ahead of the game when they released the NS7. I have the Opus Quad and for me it’s not that great by itself. However when I use it with Virtual DJ I can do more tricks
Prime Go is solid. I think because a Prime Go+ feels eminent is why it's kept off the list for the time being. I love the prime Go, but those jog wheels might be a hard justification in 2024.
If you have a Denon set up at home. (I have a pair of SC 5000 & the X1800 mixer). A. can you download the latest version of Engine, or do i have to download all versions up to and including the lates version. (Eg 1.5, 2.3, 3.1 and 3.5) ? B. Do i need two sets of software to play in clubs, as i have now returned to djing and have the engine software? (Planning to buy reckbox as it works with club equipment). I have been djing for 30 years on off. Excellent shows i wish this exist 30 years ago. Keep up the good work.. Many thanks...Silvar
A. You do need to stage your updates, the updates page on the Engine DJ website explains the process. B You need Pioneer's Rekordbox software to preparer your USBs to DJ on Pioneer DJ club gear, yes, as Engine DJ libraries are not compatible. It is free.
Phil congratulations. I see Virtual DJ has just incorperated Fuzzy mixing into their software. I said congratulations because it is my understanding that you developed fuzzy mixing
I need help! I own a XDJ-XZ for 4 years now, and I want to upgrade. Can’t decide between Prime 4 + or Opus Quad (or don’t mind changing software). I like how looks and feels the Opus Quad, but Prime 4+ has definitely more features. Also price is not a concern
Sad to say that I've seen a lot of people complain about various issues regarding the Opus Quad. Design wise it looks amazing but one would expect it to be of a much better build quality than some of the problems that I have seen in discussions have been brought to light. Hopefully they were only extreme, isolated issues and are very rare. . . It might be because they discussed it on DJ forums that all the different issues popped up as a whole...grouped together? Just feel that for the price it should be virtually flawless . . . or am I too perfectionistic? LOL
Hi digital Dj Tips. Would you say that the prime 4 plus is easy enough to get used to the layout? And would you also say that it’s easy enough to reach the effects knobs at far top end of the controller? Also, am I right in thinking that at the bottom of prime 4 plus, in middle of Crossfader, you have 4 of the main effects echo, flanger etc , to make using the few most popular effects more east to access/reach? Or am I totally wrong? If the main important effects are where I think they are then I will probably get on ok with this device. If anyone owns the prime 4 plus, I’d love some input. All so, prime 4 plus has Amazon Music Streaming, right? Oh, if the few main effects are near crossfader, where is the button to assign it to whatever deck? I’ve looked at photos but can’t see it.
Denon SC prime 4 or Mixon 8 PRO? I know they are quite different devices one being a stand alone and the other being purely a controller. I’m really tempted by the denon but I was looking forward to have FX paddles…
After watching this video I have some question on the Numark. What does the microphone sound like running through this ? Can the HDD/SSD be changed for a bigger one ? thanks
I managed to run my turntables into the sc4 live through the aux input and balanced them to sound the same. But I'm wondering if I bought a serato mixer and used the USB, would it work like the dennon deck which works through the USB?.
I always thought the Prime 2 was possibly the best, considering function and price ect, its a crime they stopped making it and instead started releasing SC Live 2 which is pants in comparison imho
Prime go is better than mixstream pro (junk build quality and sounds terrible) and only a few dollars more. Bought a mixstream pro and the thin metal plates are on with adhesive, started peeling off. Also platters off center when you move them the wovble drives me nuts.
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
2:49 Denon DJ Prime 4+
5:02 Pioneer DJ Opus Quad
7:18 Numark Mixstream Pro Go
8:52 AlphaTheta Omnis Duo
10:32 Pioneer DJ XDJ-RX3
12:14 Denon DJ SC Live 4
14:25 Pioneer DJ XDJ-XZ
18:04 DJ community questions & chat
Full roundup: www.digitaldjtips.com/best-standalone-dj-systems/
I am a happy Denon customer Pioneer can't compete with the updates Denon brings.
Amen
I am starting out with the Prime 4+
Denon is crap compared to PioneerDJ . Very unreliable brand and toooo many software issues.
@elttydj The Pioneer CDJ 3000's have a plastic spindle supporting the Jog wheels and if those plastic spindles fail which they do according to the technician who does the repair work at Store DJ and the main technician that is a licensed repairer in Osaka. On top of that Rekord box is has updates that constantly result in the loss of Cue points according to the DJ's who I manage. Who are now swapping over to either Engine DJ 3.3 or Mixxx for the gear that I custom build
@@elttydj I doubt that, Denon has more features, innovating with each new device, once stems is introduced Pioneer better hope they can buy Serato because it will be another nail in the coffin
Denon Prime Go would have made my list. It’s a thing of its own really. Built like a tank, it’s unique in its portability, for its size has a wonderful screen. And man, the battery! Nothing cooler than really learning this machine and impress people with a small, yet extremely powerful unit.
It is also a great unit
Love my Prime 4+ ❤❤🎉🎉
I love my SC Live 4
Same here. And one thing I’m surprised reviewers don’t really talk about is how the decks on it are near identical layout and features to the SC6000 but just smaller jog wheels.
Also love mine, it replaced an RX2 and has so many more features.
Same, I love mine. IMO it’s the best controller for bedroom DJs and people doing livestreams. It has a standard layout, super easy to just plug and play if like me you don’t have much space, etc.
I like my Mixstream Pro Go for its size and portability, but gosh, no in/out loop buttons and no beat jump! So lame…
Same. Bought as a backup to rev7/ddj1000 + laptop but gets used the most. Really lightweight and simple set up. The screen and OS are miles ahead of others I have used RX2/XZ
Ideally rane come out with a motorised all in one for my needs
Me too. I bought one last year as an upgrade. I was on a budget. I can't buy great studio speakers, but the built-in ones do the job just fine. I'd like to know if someone is experiencing kind of distortion on them though. Despite it, I love it ❤
24minutes 22 seconds into this video was an epic fail with the possible need to change the under garments LOL
On the other hand awesome content as per usual. Thank you.
Nobody is admitting to that!
You forgot about the Denton Prime Go it’s light weight and professional grade and battery powered too. It also has an aux input and good effects. I’ve tried the Numark live four and the quality of sound was not as good as the prime go. Thanks for you videos. This is Eddie with AcmeDJ’s in H town
Prime go is perfect for me. Love it.
We didn't, it dropped out of our list this year - still a good unit though.
Its a toy
Hi Phil Great comparison video. I've just bought the Prime 4+ it's a thing of beauty! Did my first gig with it last week, feels a bit strange not using a laptop, but I'm sure I'll get used to it. Keep the video's coming.
You will get used to it!
One small correction, the SC Live 4 is compatible with a pair of Denon LC6000s if you want to plug in extra decks. I've been using the Live 4 for over 1yr and it is just as capable as any other professional unit. It's about 75% of what a Prime 4 is.
Yes, apologies for that - an oversight.
How do they connect?
Thank you for the explanation. That's exactly why i can buy a Sc Live 4! ✌️
Thank you phil....always a good conversation with you and you really do make it easier to think about which way to go...and what should be waited for to purchase...
I appreciate that
Sorry to correct you ( 7:13 ) but Denon Hardware reads CDJ USB Sticks like a charm, just needs a moment extra to import the stuff. But usually cues, loops, bpm, waveform, everything is available.
You're not correcting us, we know that but it is not a seamless insertion into the Rekordbox ecosystem, we wish it were but that's never going to happen due them being rival brands.
Im a rekordbox user and use a xz and a omnis as back up I really would like to give the prime 4+ a chance as I see that you get much more for your money. My biggest problem with the prime is that it’s not possible to switch between computer mode and standalone without to stop the music and load to another environment. An absolute must if you play for crowd. The xz switch between rekordbox and usb sticks without any problem. If
Denon change this I probably will be sold.
This is a feature request in the works. I only see it coming to the Prime 4+ though and not retrograded to previous devices if it does. I also see that this feature might get limited to specific software (ie Virtual DJ) There are also workarounds, but they aren't convenient in any way.
Me personally I've never run into an issue as Engine DJ has everything that serato and VDJ does, with the exception to Stems right now, so I would be curious if you personally had other reasons why you would prefer that feature
It was one of the first questions we asked on launch!
Need to correct you again ( 13:39 ): you CAN plug in the LC6000 controllers to get a full 4-deck layout. The SC Live 4 is just a different target audience than the Prime4: it’s a perfect device to practice at home for the club, given the effect Control Strip, which is close to the DJM or X1850 mixers.
Do you own live 4? I love the speaker idea but it’s lacking features that prime 4 plus has and I’m not sure what to buy. I’d be gutted if I buy prime 4 plus and I don’t like it or find layout too hard to get used to.
We agree with you the SC Live 4 is for home use
Love the opus quad what a machine - the duos is incredible as well
Hold up-How was the Denon Pro Go not mentioned?! 🤯
Probably because the expectation is that a Prime Go+ is around the corner
I asked the same question. I think Prime Go is the best device ever!
24:23 time to change your pants Phil?😂
Allen & Heath Xone 92 turned 20 years old this year; they took a limited edition Xone 92 - 920 worldwide. Can you do a review on a 92? I don't know any 2 decades old mixer model that's still in production; is ridiculous, hahah!
SC Live 4 deserves more love. Doesn‘t feel consumer to me, bug I would agree with ‚prosumer‘
The fact that it made it into the list says we like it
I'm confident there will be an XZ mk2. There's been so many new feature additions to controllers in the last few years, the XZ just released too early, and missed these features. Take some of those new features of the FLX-10 and the DJM-A9, and roll them into the XZ Mk2. I will gladly fork over my money.
We'll see...
Great video! I still use Denon MCX8000 with and without laptop and still can't decide on what gear i should swap 🤷♂
My advice would be don’t swap unless there’s something wrong with what you’re currently using
7:06 I think this might be a misconception. Engine DJ makes it easy to import libraries from other systems including RekordBox and Serato, and it will import basically everything, including hot cues, loops, beat grids, etc. It will technically keep tags and color tags too, even though these aren't usable in engine DJ yet.
If your fear for switching is worrying about re-prepairing your library, DON'T! This is basically seamless! I prepare my tracks all the time in Serato and have had no issues.
Glad you find this easy but... we have a support team who deal with endless conversion issues. It is not as easy as having one simple library for all your devices.
@@digitaldjtips oh I think I understand. It's more than just importing, which again I think is very easy. But going the other way (syncing/exporting) is basically non existent without use of other tools. I might try to reach out to your DDJT support team for some feedback because I have been in the process of creating my own tool like this for library management and syncing between these libraries. Really the program I was making was more focused on better beat grids as well as other focus on sound switch stuff, but should have alot of one button library syncing along with it.
XDJ RX3 is the best
My beloved XDJ XZ still making the cut ! 😏
It's a beast!
I've been streaming 2 HRs weekly with the Prime 4+ for almost 8 months now. (My YT channel has the archives). The main reason I moved to it from Pioneer is because you can layer multiple effects on a single track through Engine's 3 separate FX systems. Pioneer has a similar (though not standalone) functionality in its Rekordbox performance software but it downgraded its controller hardware from 2017 on and there is not longer support their own 6 layer-able FX units in Rekordbox on any of its hardware. Instead they offer a single-assignable FX unit, momentary FX on the pads, a simple echo effect on the faders, and screen-driven FX (on the Opus). For me, being able to apply multiple-layers on scratch and/or mashup channels is a must-have for my style of DJing. Pioneer continues to force 2000s-era single assign FX on its lineup all the way up through its pricey flagship products and it's crazy to me.
They did it deliberately, as they will have felt most people don't use FX the way you do. I agree, it dumbs it down to an extent, but the sales of DDJ-1000, FLX10 etc I am sure they would say prove their point.
@@digitaldjtips Sales for sure. My position is, if stems actually every become a reason to buy hardware, you're going to want eight ways from Sunday to wet it down to mix parts in.
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I luv my Denon SC Live4 because I am value conscious for my current level and budget => a serious hobbyist who just will play out from time to time. And it is a major upgrade from my beginner's Numark Mixtrack Pro II controller.
Specifically I luv the SC Live4's long precise pitch controls for my mixes and stand alone capability. And although considered small the 7" touchscreen is sufficient if content with showing 2 of 4 decks.
Yeah with more budget I would even purchase 2 Pioneer CDJ 3000s and a mixer!
It sounds like you've carefully considered your needs and settled on just the right unit for you David!
@@digitaldjtips Yes Phil! I studied your reviews from last year (thanks so much) as well as several others I Googled, taking notes pros and cons of each. Then I made my selection after 16 hours +/- of research over 2 weekends. Time well spent for a fairly significant capital expenditure. Also I was able to save 15% from Guitar Center USA by purchasing over last 4th of July holiday weekend.
I like how the Omnis Duo doesn't separate the mixer from the controller with the legacy Split lines...
Yeah not really enough room for that!
Still love my Denon Prime 2. Sad that no one really talks about it these days 😞
You can connect the xp2 to cdj’s by the usb port you usually put your music usb in
Love my numark mixtream pro unbelievable take it anywhere and price carnt be beat
You mean pro go
Talk about perfect timing. I ordered the numark midstream pro plus and I thought it would be enough….. it reignited my love for just playing at home or streaming. Now I’m gonna send it back but I just can’t decide what to get. Gotta be standalone. Wish the opus wasn’t so limited in so many ways. This all happened today I decided this. So this video couldn’t be more perfect for me !!
So it’s prime 4 plus then. I refuse to accept no streaming in 2024
@@SticksAandstonesBozo Yeah or sc live 4. I have the pro and it's a great piece of kit. It's been around the worId with me in a suitcase most of the time and she's still kicking 😂 I want the sc live 4 next. Phillip is right, it should be called the Numark SC Live 4. 😁
@@DJLyncho If you’re already using the mix stream the sc really isn’t worth the upgrade. The difference between the SC and the Prime 4 plus is massive.
@@SticksAandstonesBozo ahhh iv had my eye on the sc 4 for a while. Iv had the original mixstream pro since day one.
I like the speakers too so I'd feel like I lost them or something with anything else 😂
Prime go even with tiny jogs, still a killer unit.
Same opinion. The best maschine ever, even in next 10 years and more...
With the exception of the prime go, all of the stand-alone units are made to be bigger than carry-on bag for travel.
True
Correction even if you are a pionner dj using rekordbox your prime 4 or 4+ recognizes your playlist and converts it without affecting anything, but only downside it doesnt have the anylize information but it will do it for you in the fly
I work with denon sc6000m 2x and a djm 900. Best there is :)
A rev7 or rane one with a standalone capability is what I’m waiting for that would be cool.
Lots of people asking for a standalone with powered jogs...
When you are DJ is that possible to use the streaming music from Programs like Spotify or RUclips
If you buy Denon, make sure to get the best warranty your shop offers. In one year we've had to return one SC5000, three SC6000M's, and an x1800. Very unreliable and their firmware is unstable. They also keep cramming features into the firmware in which the units can't handle.
We have heard this a few times, so good advice
nonsense… Pioneer troll detected. By the way, CDJ3000 also aren‘t as reliable as the prior ones
@@BlueHawk80 I just switched to pioneer for the first time in 15 years of djing and I don't regret it. I've used denon for most of my life, but ever since they switched from japan to taiwan manufacturing their gear went downhill. Everything after the x1700 and 3900's are unreliable, and their customer service is not great. They keep cramming features into their firmware which the units cannot handle. This is my experience with the sc5000s, sc6000m's, x1800 and x1850, as I've used these progressively since 2019. We've also had to send three 6000m's back.
Best statement on Denon Ive read this is fact ppl who love Denon never got past DJing on controllers, Idk what Denons controller quality is but their seperates are the F150 turbo 4 bangers of DJ equipment, straight trash, they cant pull the weight and break often.
Pioneer will always be pricey and the standard because it dont break, yes are they behind the curb with the tech because they focus on reliability, Denon focuses on the tech this is fact and heres another fun fact. Denon Alpha Theta and Pioneer DJ are owned by the same Father company, the directions these companies take are carefully planned. I am not hating on Denon I love Denon moreso then Pioneer but i side with pioneer and pay that overpriced rate for reliability.
If the gear were cars its Toyota vs Kia Kia got all that nice shiney shit and awesome tech while Toyota is bland and if you want the shiney gotta buy toyotas luxoory line Lexus.
Ok off the internet I go
Love n light yall
I really surprised that Numark got left behind. I thought they would have been way ahead of the game when they released the NS7. I have the Opus Quad and for me it’s not that great by itself. However when I use it with Virtual DJ I can do more tricks
Good to have the choice!
NGL, I kinda expected the Denon DJ Prime GO to make it to this list. But I guess the Numark Mixstream Pro Go bumped that one out of contention.
Prime Go is solid. I think because a Prime Go+ feels eminent is why it's kept off the list for the time being. I love the prime Go, but those jog wheels might be a hard justification in 2024.
I love mine. It does everything I need as a bedroom dj.
Nearly made the list
@@slopiijoe Few months ago I purchased Prime GO - 100% satisfied!
If you have a Denon set up at home. (I have a pair of SC 5000 & the X1800 mixer).
A. can you download the latest version of Engine, or do i have to download all versions up to and including the lates version. (Eg 1.5, 2.3, 3.1 and 3.5) ?
B. Do i need two sets of software to play in clubs, as i have now returned to djing and have the engine software? (Planning to buy reckbox as it works with club equipment).
I have been djing for 30 years on off. Excellent shows i wish this exist 30 years ago. Keep up the good work.. Many thanks...Silvar
A. You do need to stage your updates, the updates page on the Engine DJ website explains the process.
B You need Pioneer's Rekordbox software to preparer your USBs to DJ on Pioneer DJ club gear, yes, as Engine DJ libraries are not compatible. It is free.
Thank you digital tips, for your speedy reply.
I look forward to your next show. Please keep up the good work, just a pity this service didn't exist 30 years ago.
It would be nice if these came with internal 4-8 TB SSD that you can expand on yourself when need to.
The Prime 4+ has a bay for a drive underneath.
The link in the description of this video points to the controller roundup, not the standalone article.
Thanks Philip, we'll get that changed
Phil congratulations. I see Virtual DJ has just incorperated Fuzzy mixing into their software. I said congratulations because it is my understanding that you developed fuzzy mixing
We did indeed, we are glad to see it being adopted more widely
I need help! I own a XDJ-XZ for 4 years now, and I want to upgrade. Can’t decide between Prime 4 + or Opus Quad (or don’t mind changing software). I like how looks and feels the Opus Quad, but Prime 4+ has definitely more features. Also price is not a concern
Watch our full reviews which will hopefully help you to decide.
The 3 S’s:
Streaming, Stems, Standalone
And Engine DJ might be the first to eventually have all 3
@@slopiijoe if they perfect their stems they definitely will be. They even have an extra S….Speakers! 🔊
My nv2 still 👍🏻
Will there be an NV3🤔
Who knows?
Sad to say that I've seen a lot of people complain about various issues regarding the Opus Quad. Design wise it looks amazing but one would expect it to be of a much better build quality than some of the problems that I have seen in discussions have been brought to light. Hopefully they were only extreme, isolated issues and are very rare. . . It might be because they discussed it on DJ forums that all the different issues popped up as a whole...grouped together? Just feel that for the price it should be virtually flawless . . . or am I too perfectionistic? LOL
Dig hard enough and you'll find issues with all gear... it's how the companies deal with the (as you say hopefully rare) issues that matters.
Hi digital Dj Tips. Would you say that the prime 4 plus is easy enough to get used to the layout? And would you also say that it’s easy enough to reach the effects knobs at far top end of the controller?
Also, am I right in thinking that at the bottom of prime 4 plus, in middle of Crossfader, you have 4 of the main effects echo, flanger etc , to make using the few most popular effects more east to access/reach? Or am I totally wrong?
If the main important effects are where I think they are then I will probably get on ok with this device.
If anyone owns the prime 4 plus, I’d love some input.
All so, prime 4 plus has Amazon Music Streaming, right?
Oh, if the few main effects are near crossfader, where is the button to assign it to whatever deck? I’ve looked at photos but can’t see it.
Yes to both points
Was that a fart noise at 24:23?
Don't think so... not sure anybody would admit it if there was 🤣
@@digitaldjtips 😂🤣
The Fart of Noise... classic 80s band :)
Denon SC prime 4 or Mixon 8 PRO? I know they are quite different devices one being a stand alone and the other being purely a controller. I’m really tempted by the denon but I was looking forward to have FX paddles…
As you say, the bigger decision is standalone or not.
Does not have minimalist DJ controller as super portable?
Pls do a rx3 vs omni duo video
For almost 1/2 the cost, get the rx3 or xz. I doubt you reeeeally need 4 channels
After watching this video I have some question on the Numark.
What does the microphone sound like running through this ?
Can the HDD/SSD be changed for a bigger one ?
thanks
There is no built in SDD/HDD, you add a USB drive or SD card. The mic sounds OK.
@@digitaldjtips thanks
Once u use a 4 Chanel and streaming would never go back / that is y the Denon prime 4 is the best / I had a pioneer mixer is good but move up to Denon
Opus quad is ugly looking too me. I reckon it was originally planned to be alpha theta Opus quad.
Could be
I managed to run my turntables into the sc4 live through the aux input and balanced them to sound the same. But I'm wondering if I bought a serato mixer and used the USB, would it work like the dennon deck which works through the USB?.
Then I might be able to assign them to channels 3+4.
Yes, with a proper four-channel system with standalone you can do this better.
I want a stadalone mixer. to use turtables without a laptop
Many of these let you do that too
Still waitng for the ddj Rx2....
Not sure that'll ever happen
@@digitaldjtips I know...
Denon DJ Prime Go?
Another good choice
i do not recommend those units. A laptop with a simple controller is still the best tool.
Many people prefer standalone though.
@@digitaldjtips Sure you agree with me Mister Phil
I always thought the Prime 2 was possibly the best, considering function and price ect, its a crime they stopped making it and instead started releasing SC Live 2 which is pants in comparison imho
Prime go is better than mixstream pro (junk build quality and sounds terrible) and only a few dollars more.
Bought a mixstream pro and the thin metal plates are on with adhesive, started peeling off. Also platters off center when you move them the wovble drives me nuts.
Agreed, it’s far more professional kit if you can afford the extra
12:55 😂😂😂 good video mr morse!
Glad you enjoyed this