Rane

Rane

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Also known as: Rane DJ, Rane Corporation

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Founded in 1981 in Mukilteo, Washington, Rane is an American pro audio company that became one of the most influential names in DJ technology. The company was started by former employees of Phase Linear Corporation, including co-founders Linda Arink and Dennis Bohn, who pooled decades of combined audio experience. Rane's initial products targeted small live bands — most notably the MM 12 matrix...

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Founded in 1981 in Mukilteo, Washington, Rane is an American pro audio company that became one of the most influential names in DJ technology. The company was started by former employees of Phase Linear Corporation, including co-founders Linda Arink and Dennis Bohn, who pooled decades of combined audio experience. Rane's initial products targeted small live bands — most notably the MM 12 matrix mixer — but the company soon pivoted toward the DJ market after legendary sound designer Richard Long approached them to redesign his X3000 crossover. The resulting MP24 became Rane's first DJ mixer and quickly established the brand's reputation in the club and turntablist world.

Rane's contributions to DJ technology are substantial. The TTM 52 and TTM 54 were the first DJ mixers to feature VCA faders and continuous crossfader contour controls, and in 2001 Rane developed the world's first magnetic fader — a contactless design that eliminated wear and latency. The company's partnership with New Zealand-based Serato Audio Research, which began in 2004 with Scratch Live, helped define modern digital DJing. The TTM57SL, released in 2006, was the first DJ mixer with a built-in USB sound card and integrated Serato controls. The lineup has expanded to include the SEVENTY-TWO premium battle mixer with its built-in touchscreen, the TWELVE motorized control turntable, the ONE and PERFORMER controllers, and the FOUR channel mixer — all tightly integrated with Serato DJ Pro.

Acquired by InMusic Brands in 2016, Rane maintains a strong following among turntablists and battle DJs. The brand is known for building rugged, performance-focused hardware with professional-grade build quality, and its products have long been a fixture in scratch DJ competitions and club installations worldwide.

Rane has 52 products cataloged on Equipboard, including DJ Mixers, DJ Controllers, and DJ Accessories. Their gear is featured by 164 artists, with the strongest followings in Hip Hop, Electronic, and Rock. Notable users include DJ Trichrome, DJ Lord, and Jayceeoh. Rane's catalog spans the full price spectrum — from entry-level options to high-end flagships.

Artists Who Use Rane

DJ Trichrome uses 4 Rane products

DJ Trichrome

DJ · 311

Jayceeoh uses 4 Rane products

Jayceeoh

Music Producer, DJ · 1000volts

DJ Lord uses 4 Rane products

DJ Lord

DJ · Cypress Hill

Fatboy Slim uses 3 Rane products

Fatboy Slim

Bassist, Music Producer · The Housemartins

Frank Delgado uses 3 Rane products

Frank Delgado

Keyboardist, Music Producer · Deftones

DJ Jazzy Jeff uses 3 Rane products

DJ Jazzy Jeff

Music Producer, DJ · The Roots

Mannie Fresh uses 3 Rane products

Mannie Fresh

Rapper, Music Producer · Hot Boy$

Grandmaster Flash uses 3 Rane products

Grandmaster Flash

Music Producer, DJ · Grandmaster Flash & The Furious Five

DJ Suga Ray uses 3 Rane products

DJ Suga Ray

DJ

DJ Wino uses 3 Rane products

DJ Wino

Rapper, DJ

Technician The DJ uses 3 Rane products

Technician The DJ

DJ · The LOX

DJ Charlie Chan Soprano uses 3 Rane products

DJ Charlie Chan Soprano

DJ · Run-D.M.C. & Aerosmith

Grandmaster D uses 3 Rane products

Grandmaster D

DJ · Whodini

Chubby Chub uses 3 Rane products

Chubby Chub

DJ · Original Flavor

M. Walk uses 3 Rane products

M. Walk

Music Producer, DJ · 1580 KDAY Mixmasters

Tom Alexander Schmitt uses 3 Rane products

Tom Alexander Schmitt

Keyboardist, Music Producer · SUKI

Joe Hahn uses 2 Rane products

Joe Hahn

Music Producer, DJ · Linkin Park

The Alchemist uses 2 Rane products

The Alchemist

Rapper, Music Producer · The Shady Band

Kid Rock uses 2 Rane products

Kid Rock

Guitarist, Rapper · Various Artists for Children's Promise

Tonga Conga (Raúl Sotomayor) uses 2 Rane products

Tonga Conga (Raúl Sotomayor)

Drummer, Music Producer · Sotomayor

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Gear IQ 426

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Gear IQ 77

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Gear IQ 990

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djsadcat

Gear IQ 137

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Gear IQ 990

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