Help me decide between Rane Performer and Pioneer DDJ REV7

Hans_Mulleur · July 23, 2025, 12:27pm

My full setup is as follows: Rane Performer connected to an Apple MacBook Pro M1. I am using USB A to connect to the laptop (USBC) port.

Dysfunk_DJ · July 23, 2025, 12:32pm

See this picture. Do you have usb and source set correctly?

Hans_Mulleur · July 23, 2025, 12:34pm

Yes, I do have them both set as per the photo

Hans_Mulleur · July 23, 2025, 12:37pm

I actually use the same setting while using Serato DJ Pro as well, without any issues.

Dysfunk_DJ · July 23, 2025, 12:40pm

Hmmm interesting. Take it you have latest firmware and software updates? Try USB B just to try.

Hans_Mulleur · July 23, 2025, 12:43pm

Yes, I have the latest firmware installed and the software is also updated. I had to send my Rane Performer back for a warranty repairs because my headphone ports were faulty. It is currently on its way to be delivered this afternoon.

I will try to switch from usb A to usb B port and see if it works.

Dysfunk_DJ · July 23, 2025, 12:47pm

Sounds good. Let us know if works out.

Hans_Mulleur · July 23, 2025, 12:49pm

Many thanks Dysfunk_DJ. I appreciate your help and support. Please, did you have to do any MIDI Mapping on Djay pro before your Rane Performer worked seamlessly?

Dysfunk_DJ · July 23, 2025, 1:08pm

I actually don’t have a performer I do have a Rev 5 that I have tweaked to my style. When you get your unit back open up the midi file and press a button, knob etc and if it responds on midi file page then it’s mappable.