1 Month with the Pioneer DJ REV7 - Real World Review - The Good and Bad & Answers to your questions
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
- I've been working events with the Rev 7 for about a month now. What are my thoughts now that I've had extended use with it?
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You where right on point on everything.. Wow.
When I got mine... It is exactly how you described it...
This is my first Pioneer equipment ever. Always have been a Rane guy and A turntable guy.. But this thing is the real deal... I can do my tricks and routines just like turntables..
Cant do them on my Rane One.. But this thing was made for us.. Eveything is exavtly where it needs to be.. Wow. Never thought I would be giving props to a Pioneer controller.. But times have changed
THIS CONTROLLER IS FOR A OLD SCHOOL DJ'S THIS IS THE MOST CLOSER OF REAL TURNTABLES I'M IN LOVE WITH THIS CONTROLLER I LOVE THE PLATTERS THEY ARE SO SMOOTH
this review confirmed my next birthday present!! thank you for honesty
I LOVE my Rev7! Cleveland is absolutely right that it was made with vinyl DJs in mind. As a vinyl DJ and turntablist , I was never interested in a controller. But then the Rev 7 came along! It’s built in a “battle style” with the pitch faders on top so DJs like myself not only love this format but are used to it. I’ve only DJed “battle style” for 25+ years so I was right at home with the Rev7. And if you’re a scratch DJ like myself, this Rev 7 is the closest thing to a turntable that I’ve ever used when it come to the “feel” of scratching and being able to execute the scratches. It’s a game changer. Plus I love how much easier my set up is now.
Love you’re honest opinions / reviews, especially how you appreciate everyone has different opinions and uses for equipment and no Hardware is going to be perfect for EVERY Dj. So calm and clear. True Professional.☑️
Thank you.
Always love your honest reviews, but I'm thinking that anyone who complains about the nudging is the dj's that grew up on controllers... that's the normal nudging action for that setting... where as for a turntable user it is always delicate touches, even when scratching.. just my two cents thanks
Factz Turntable Djs Are Already Use To Being Light Handed On The Record And Nudging Gently At least Most Of Em So It Automatic!
Anyone who previously owned cdjs or turntables learned not to push hard on side of platters imo its those who came into djing during the controller era who hasn't learned to ride the platter vs push the platter
LOVE IT I'M GOING TO ORDER THREE OF THEM ONE FOR MY STATION, NIGHT CLUB, AND ONE FOR MOBILE DJ. HAVE A BLESSING DAY D.J. 17:40 MIX 96.1.
Peace! I got a late pass but I wanted to let you know that I’ve really been enjoying your videos. Some of the best informative and honest reviews on gear that I’ve seen online. I know to check you out first when I need info on my current gear and when I’m thinking about future gear. Keep up the great work and THANKS! 💪🏾
Thanks for all the rev7 vids and taking it to the real world. Props to pioneer reaching out to the turntablists with this controller. Heard the homies Prolifix and IFTW had input for the design. Can't wait to get mine!
Good review again my guy. I'm stickling with my One, but you answered all my questions.
the pitch faders are in the exact right place if you come from a turntable set up.I have Rane 12s and i have turntables.Had this come out sooner i might well have got this and the Pitch faders for me would not be an issue as i often had my Technics in battle mode.This was built for djs that dont like controllers.
For real though. The Rane One curiously got the pitch faders wrong. They were trying to market to Pioneer DJ customers and Pioneer marketed to all Turntable DJs plus controller DJs and they won. Somebody at rane needs to be fired for not putting the performance pads in the middle and the pitch faders on the top. I bought my rane one a week before the Rev7 was announced and while I love the One. Im kinda kicking myself 7 or 8 months in... i do think the Rane will last longer overall, but the Rev7 seems far more advanced for having been released only a year apart.
Thanks for the update. you look sad at the end when you said you have to give it back, Hope you get one sooner than later. Mine is coming in three weeks. Fun times !!!
Yes sir!! Battle style is where it’s at!!!
so i guess i'm the only one that have mistakenly bumped the pitch faders on the side of a ddj-sx because they're on the side,I'm glad they put them on the top
The wait for this one is killing me! I ordered mine and now waiting, like everyone else. At least the S9 will do, until it arrives. As ever, many thanks for the update!
Ha ha me too 😂. I litrally cannot wait till it gets her 🙌🙌
Awesome review Terry. Can't wait to get one :)
Dope Review As Always My Brother And Just Want To Say Your Mic Man In The Video Was Doing His Thang Sounds Good!💯
Great Review! I had my Rev-7 for about a week now and I agree with what you're saying. The performance pad placement is sooooo much better than under the jogs. I was using a Rane One for over a year for my portable set up. I use a Rane 72 and 12s for my home set up. There are some things I do miss from my Rane One. For, cutting/beat juggling, I like the feel of the Rane One better, but I do have aftermarket slip mats which probably adds to the feel. The stock Rev-7 is too loose. I like your fix for this and hopefully it will have a similar feel once i try it out. I took the Rev 7 out for a gig and I miss not being able to tuck the cords under the controller. I bought some furniture risers, and they actually work well, but the hassle for a portable set up is a pain. I ordered a flight case which will eliminate the cord issues. The flight case will also eliminate the other issue i have... which is dealing with that stupid power brick every time i break down and set up again. It will live in the flight case and I won't deal with it anymore. The last thing i want to mention is that it has some nice built in Fx. A lot of peeps give a lot of shade to the Serato Fx, but I never had a problem with them and they always worked well on my Rane One. One weird thing I did notice, is that during beat juggle practice, there was some drift of the markers on the Rev-7 that I did not get on the Rane One. Maybe its just my unit and hopefully a software update will correct that. But, it really only occurs with longer juggling routines/practice and not noticeable under normal conditions.
i heard u have to set this up in serato anti drift off . for longer session u put it on . thx for ur comment. i just went into the store .. the rane one felt so much better and solid. but i dont wanna miss all the cool features from rane .. do u think they could come with a next version ? that would be sick . 4 channels, better upfaders, hardware fx , that would be crazy ^^so would u say it was worth to upgrade from rane to rev ? didnt u also think the rane feels better to scratch ? thx.
I been researching the rev 7 since it's release. You seem to have all of the other equipment that I have also researched. I'm I wrong the the rev 7 compared to your other equipment scratch (whether mp3/on board scratch efx) sound muddy? No matter the skill level of the dj I've seen online, the rane or even 1000 srt digital scratch sounds better?
@@dzgroove9 Both the Rev-7 and Rane One sound good with scratching. Haven't noticed the sound being too muddy with scratching on the Rev-7 even with the onboard hardware Fx versus the Serato software Fx. Both sound good!
@chrisshinakadjredikulus7898 Man thanks for the info. Did you purchase after market slip mats?
@@dzgroove9 I never got around to getting aftermarket slip mats for the Rev-7... I think I was just being lazy. It's okay with the stock, but adjusting the feel your personal preferences is the best, and that will take playing around with various options until you find the one the feels the best to you. Take care brother!
Thank you Terry. This was very helpful. Don't feel to bad Im waiting for mine as well. This will be my first actual moving platter dj controller. You've been helpful along way while we all wait.
Terry I like the fact that you show us your actual gig using the specific things you talking about... Can't be more accurate. Thank you for that review... I'll get one soon
Good review Clevland as usual. Looks like a very beautiful machine. Pioneer has a winner here so far.👍🏾👍🏾
Review game is strong dude... Much appreciated
Good review Terry. Honest review and straight to the point. Wow!!!! at 2:39 in the video you was rocking th crowd........ niceeeeeee
Nice video, I hope they come out with a rekordbox version
Good points and I'm not a fan of Pioneer but much respect to them for bringing this equipment to fruition.
I just pre ordered mine on Amazon,I can’t wait to get my hands on it
Great review bro. If I had the Rev7…I’d looooove the duck-down effect. It’s probably the dopest effect that I’ve heard…PERIOD!!! On a side note, the Pioneer DDJ SZ2 has an echo effect on the microphone. IT SUCKS…but it has that feature. LOL. Keep rockin! Holla.
A cpl of my crew members have rev 7 ive played on them. I have a rane one and set of 12s in the crib. Im mot buying anymore dj equipment. I will say this, only people tht care abt the technical stuff, effects and etc are other djs. Party goers could care leas about what equipment you play on. If you could put together two walkmans they would be haPPy as long as their fave songs are being played
I'm in the portion of this video (~6min in) where you're talking about the pitch faders being on top. Is there any such thing as external pitch faders you can plug in somewhere (a secondary USB-B port, perhaps) and it work with the controller? That would be a cool addition to the accessory market. Someone can use the Rev7, and then purchase an external fader to set to the side and use vertically, similar to Apple's Magic Trackpad you can buy and have down on the table top if your laptop is mounted higher, but it this case I'm picturing an external fader being wired in to either the controller or the laptop. Could be cool, and maybe even external channels where you could essentially add a 3rd or 4th channel to a 2-channel controller (there are external mixers, yes, but I’m thinking ones that are market to look like an extension of the controller and also work with the controller’s jog wheels). If this doesn't exist, steal my idea, CT, and give me 10% of each sale! lol
thanks for all this info, I pre order mine in January, im waiting and exiting ⚡⚡⚡⚡⚡
Love your field test review (what I call it ). My own personal issue is learning a new piece of gear 😩😩. Been using the Rane One for a while. I’m tore on what to do make the change or not. But again thanks for the GREAT REVIEW. CLEVELAND ROCKS
1 main reason I actually didn't buy a controller since the vestax vci 380 is because of the pictch placement but this thing I might have to consider. Looks dope!!!
Your a dope MC my dude. Dang I felt like I was really at that party in beginning video
Just received my Rev7, and I think I will agree on purchasing some slipmats. As is, there is absolutely zero friction, which makes it quite an adjustment coming from turntables.
What are the replacements and where?
Thanks, having a hard time choosing between this and the S11, I have the S9 now.
just got mine! awesome so far. thanks for the tip on making your own slip mats
Good info and explanation Cleveland Terry!
Cleveland Terry so GANGSTA!!!
Great vid again. Thanks for the insight on the pitch bend. It's one of a few things I've been concerned about before taking the dive.
Can't wait for mines to arrive. Tired of lugging around turntables and CDJs. 2023 its lit
Loved the review Cleveland Terry !!
Bro you the are the truth when it comes to DJ GEAR. I’m thinking of selling the SRT to put that 💰
REV 7
This is definitely an interesting controller...
great review.
Very usefule review, I was wanting to get the Rev 7 and this review was cool.
Glad it was helpful!
Great summary after a month of use.
Great review my guy! As a new DJ doing gigs, I would love to get my hands on these and try them out for events. Thanks for the insight 🙏
Nice video as always!! If I have the opportunity, I will be looking to get one of this. My DDJ-1000 USB board die and I'm not looking into fixing it and since the sample deck are not one to one I much rather move on from it.
I frequently use 2 mics and Aux input... the mics are implemented well enough... I'd really love the ability to CUE the aux input on a 2ch device....making it basically a 2+1 ch mixer... I may have to look into this unit further, and consider using the channel inputs as "aux" in some cases. I REALLY LIKE the jog screens and how they worked that in, as well as hardware effects built into the mixer.... the Rev7 really is a 2ch battle mixer, with the decks built in... using external inputs and still having effects is a big deal.... I didn't look into the Rane One very much just because the mixer section is so weak. As long as the jogs are robust enough, this seems like a great option for a lot of people, and maybe soon for me as well...
You are the man, I rely on your reviews to trust any piece of gear EDIT: but the audio of your videos has gone down on your recent videos please have a look at that and normalise the audio
Hmmm What’s wrong with the audio on this video?
@@ClevelandTerry I thought its a bit quieter as I had to increase the volume after watching a different video, well maybe its just me here but compare it to any other RUclips video and see if you do not need to slightly increase your volume. Thanks
Straight talk and Common sense (not the rapper) from CT! I found my self nodding my head in agreement. I like it that you are not wavering from your statement #controlleroftheyear That duck down effect is dope! Has Pioneer historically added features to mixers in firmware updates? I'd love to have this feature on my S7.
No, Pioneer never adds features via firmware.
Well that’s not entirely true. I know for a fact that the next s11 firmware will have added features. Not duckdown tho.
Good vid…I’m probably going to cop it. Question…do you run the Rev 7 through an external mixer at gigs, or do you go straight from the Rev 7 to your speakers? Peace!
I want(ed) an all-in-one like RX3, but saw XZ had bigger platters. But now Rev7 decks won my heart. Maybe one day there’ll be a rev7 all-in-one!!
I was a turntable DJ (Not Turntablist) from the mid 80s till I got my first controller which was an NS6. Always kept my turntables in battle position. I don’t see why people are making a big deal about this. After a few mixes you won’t even realize the pitch is on top. ALSO Denon has had mic echo on controllers for many years now.
I wasn’t clear. Wasn’t talking about mic echo, but the ease of a dedicated mic echo knob.
There’s a few controllers out there you can do mic echo/fx with. The DDJ-1000 being one of them. I wish the 1000 had the portable switch for aux use. Definitely would be handy.
The 1000 is not quite as easy to use because of the fact you have to switch to that source. This has a dedicated knob exclusively for echo.
@@ClevelandTerry I definitely agree, it would be much easier to use if it were a standalone feature. I use it on my 1000 pretty regularly while streaming on twitch, and like anything else it just becomes second nature after doing it for a while.
@@ClevelandTerry the Denon MC 7000 and 8000 have it as a button, which is really easy to use.
Please reread above. I didn’t mean other hardware didn’t have echo, just not a dedicated knob.
Rane One just made more sense for me, but I physically have reasons caz my arms/shoulders are completely fucked. right hand is paralyzed & i still kill it lol
Excellent review real talk and framing
just ordered this thing but its all back ordered. Cant wait to get it looks dope
You won’t be disappointed
it was perfect review that I ever seen big thx !
What a beast this controller! I’am pretty sure that the next one will be with a big screen Rev 7 Mk2! This controller is for turntablist like me old school! Thanks for sharing buddy 👍👍👍 I’am just afraid to touch the jog when you set the pitch fader ! It’s a success
a screen on this would be crazy
Love this channel bro!
For me, this would've been the perfect controller had the pitch faders been located on the side. With that being said, I really hope I can get used to them being on top.
With anything you have to do over and over you will get use to it after a while and when you do you’ll realize that it ain’t that bad and actually feels pretty good!
That’s how I felt going from a Numark controller with a mirrored layout, to a Pioneer with a standard layout. Everything feels awkward at first, but after a month or so, you’ll be use to it.
Well there's no needles about so I suppose there's not much to worry about just dif position
Appreciate the long-term review. Great insight 🙏🏼
Thank You for a great review.
Just got my Rev7 a couple days ago. I have 2 events this weekend so I will be giving it a workout. Very excited. When I set it up the first day, I had no problem adapting to the layout. I already have the s7 and it feels just like it. I will be taking this to all of my gigs and events. Well most of them. I still have my ddj 1000srt. Not getting rid of it, I'll have it for a back up in case of an emergency. Now I'm wondering when the decksaver will be available. I just got them for my Denons LC6000.
Good to know if you don’t want the instant scratch you can use it as a sampler or cue button
👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾ty for this one brother T.
That facade set up is dope. What is the tabel you have your rev 7 on? Is that DJ furniture?
Excellent as always brother Terry you answered my questions,nice controller I own the Ddj 1000 Rkbox and still love it I’m looking for spinning jogs hopefully Rekordbox does something like that for their own with pitch on side lol 😂 I’m a Chicago househead I have a lot of reworked old er stuff with constant synced beats added but still need to ride the pitch hey like u said it’s their 1st run with moving platters time will tell.
Great video, good info. Roland 808 has echo on the mic, with other sound fx. Thanks for the video
See the pinned comment 😂
Unlike Turntables, Controllers have a short shelf life and become paper weights quickly unless you either don’t get caught up in having to have the newest sh1t or the controller keeps up with the software.
It’s all about the $$$.
Whatup Cleveland, did you purchase the Rev 7 yet? I have been using the cheapest low-end controllers since I have taken up this DJ hobby (10 years ago). Now I have an opportunity to treat myself to more professional DJ equipment. I am not a turntablist, but I'm considering the Rev 7, Rane One or going all out on the Rane 7 and 12 MK2's. I've checked your reviews on all and other videos as well. I understand that depending on usage, you will run into some issues regardless of brand, laptop, DJ software, etc. Some are luckier than others and don't run into many issues. But your reviews help and I learned a good deal and appreciate it. Thanks. 🙏
. . . And I'll definitely have to practice that nudging.
Would be kind of cool if “reset pitch range button” would be a an auto bpm option and headphone cue should stay as buttons instead of a slider… my opinion 😅
Been with this controller for 3 months
The only thing I change is
The 33 45 tempo swap for acap instrumental and it good to go
Can those buttons be Midi mapped?
Good review! Thanks
great video! love your content
Maaaan im just jealous you doing outside events in the winter!!
Great review Terry! As the slipmats that come with the Rev7 are rings, what did you mean when you mentioned that you got new slipmats? Did you cut your own rings from Butter Rugs?
yeah ive got a s11 and im hoping for these updates also s11 suppose to be the ''god'' of all these s series mixers but smalls things like you've mentioned end up end up being major when other features are ready to use right away
Good job .tnks you.
Great break down!!
Love your reviews...Question: Will Pioneer come out with a Rekordbox version ?
That’s anybody’s guess. 🤷🏾♂️
Thanks brother.
Nice review man
Great review 💯
I still rock my NS7III
I’ve always used turntables. I was thinking about getting a controller but it seems to me that people always end up dumping them after a short period. Once something new comes out boom their gear is for sale. Just going by what I’ve been seeing. Everyone wanted the Rane one not too long ago . Now I see them for sale everywhere. Maybe I’m missing something. Or is it a competition who has the latest gear 🤷♂️
I honestly think Pioneer has better gear is the reason why so many Ones are up for sale. I know I’m biased because I’ve got all Pioneer gear. But the layout of their mixers just make sense to me more so than the Rane mixers. 🤷🏾♂️
Thank you!
If only Pioneer DJ would add the REV7 display features to the DDJ-1000SRT, I would love those displays even more, especially the wave form.
The wave forms are in the rekordbox version of the 1000.
@@ClevelandTerry but it's the full wave form for every song, it's not the zoomed in wave form so you can see a snare drum like you say in the video, also I prefer Serato over Reckorbox if I have the choice between eather one, but think that Reckorbox is a very good software.
@@cristianhdj Actually you can zoom in on the rekordbox version also. I still think it’s silly that it’s not on the Serato version
Hi,
after having set the latency to the lowest on the cross fader settings (cut in) and the serato buffer to zero, I still notice a slight latency (fade) when I do my chirp scratch.. it does not look as good although with a mixer or the Rane one. how can we adjust this to make punchy shirps, very sharp. Thanks a lot
Is this why all of the scratch videos is see people do with the rev7, scratching sound muddy?
@@dzgroove9certainly 🤷🏻♂️
Cleveland, first of all love your videos. I was noticing while watching this video that when you are playing live at that party, you are using Serato with the Rev 7. Why do you have a secondary laptop to the right with Rekordbox?
Thank you. But they are both serato.
I’ve read that the Rev 7 has stems but then I found out that it’s through Serato software, whereas the Rane 4 and Flx 10 have the buttons on the actual controller which I like I know the stems still go through the software.
Use the instant scratch buttons for stems. Problem solved.
Good review thanKs
@11:30 - looking at a computer or waveform argument... - I came late to the party with Serato with Rane 72 - and the laptop is virtually hidden on my rig - seeing the waveform in real time shows the world of information regarding what is on that audio track.. I would say pretty basic fundamental to be able to read a waveform - you see your cue points without cue points so to speak.
Hey man! Nice review. Would it be possible to do a quick vid on how you changed the slip mats? or do you have a link to them being changed? can you buy standard 7" slip mates to use or can you buy ones specifically made for the rev7? I noticed it's been out a while now, will they upgrade, make a rev7 2 or 8 or something you think? cheers!
What are your thoughts on the Talkover regarding the mic? I ask because the talkover on Pioneer DDJ 1000 Rekordbox version, works great. But the DDJ SX's series talkover is terrible. I wanted to know if you noticed or have used this feature and what are your thoughts.
various decks have different feels.The Rane 12s are not the same as Technics as other vinyl decks are also not the same.This unit will feel a little different and this is Pioneers first go at spinning jogs.After a while you adjust.I was not sure about my Rane 12s but i am getting used to them.I still love Vinyl decks and at some point i might get some Stanton Str8s which again feel different to Technics but as always i will adjust.
Great video ! I have a question bro. I am about to acquire my first controller and at first I was interested in the Rev 1. My ultimate go is to get vinyl as well and I read that motorized was the way to go. Being new would the Rev 7 or Rev 5 be too much ? Should I go Rev 7 since I love the turntable feel ?
Great review , I bought the rev 7 ! Thinking about cutting a butter rug to fit for slip matts similar to my turntable set up ! Did you try this and if so what was the outcome ??
small things I appreciate on the rane one after using the rev7 for 3 days in the field ...I needed feet for the rev so I put some under it ... thats where I set my phone ha ha ..., I miss the orange usb coloring of ports A and bB in the back , when its low light that helps , muscle memory will take care of that, and because I play a lot at home on the rane twelves and have bean using the rane 0ne in the field I miss the center click and 0 light up on pitch fader...other than that its nice
I prefer using the pitch bend to get in sync with the other track, that's easier than pushing the platter in my opinion.
I do a combination of both. Large adjustments require the jogs.
Omg. Who tf is Lucy??? That party sounds chaotic!! 🤣🤣