Denon DJ has taken its flagship standalone DJ platform into a new generation. The Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 combines four-deck standalone performance, onboard Stems, expressive MPCe pads, full-size 8-inch jog wheels, expanded effects, professional audio connectivity and integrated DMX lighting control in one system.
Designed for mobile DJs, wedding DJs, clubs, venues and serious home performers, the PRIME 4 G2 brings music management, mixing, microphones, external sources, lighting and multiple output zones together without requiring a laptop as the centre of the setup.
Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 at a glance
- Four-channel, four-deck standalone DJ performance
- 10.1-inch HD multi-touch display
- 16 velocity and pressure-sensitive MPCe performance pads
- Onboard Stem Separation with Instrumental and Acapella controls
- Full-size 8-inch high-resolution jog wheels
- ESS Sabre 32-bit audio conversion
- More than 25 Main FX plus Touch FX, Fader FX and Sweep FX
- Built-in isolated DMX output
- Engine Lighting powered by SoundSwitch
- Bluetooth audio input and dual-band Wi-Fi
- Balanced Main, Booth and independent Zone XLR outputs
- Internal SATA drive bay, SD card slot and extensive USB connectivity
PRIME 4 has grown up again
The original PRIME 4 helped establish that professional DJs could run a genuinely capable four-deck setup without making a laptop the centre of every performance. The PRIME platform continued to develop through Engine DJ, and the new PRIME 4 G2 pushes the concept considerably further.
This is not simply a screen update or a small collection of additional effects. Denon DJ has focused on how performers interact with the system during real sets. Stems are integrated into the hardware workflow, performance pads are more expressive, lighting control is built in, the effects section is more flexible and the jog wheels are now full-sized.
Why this matters
For working DJs, the important change is not simply that PRIME 4 G2 has more features. Music, Stems, effects, external sources, microphones, separate audio zones and DMX lighting can all be managed from one central performance system.
MPCe performance pads introduce a new workflow
One of the most interesting additions is a bank of 16 MPCe velocity and pressure-sensitive pads featuring multi-zone 3D-sensing technology.
Traditional DJ pads generally respond to a simple press. The MPCe system is designed to allow several functions or parameters to be controlled through a more expressive interaction. This opens up a more performance-focused approach to hot cues, effects, lighting and other creative functions.
The biggest change is not just what PRIME 4 G2 can do—it is how many different parts of a DJ performance can now be manipulated directly from the hardware.
Onboard Stems become part of the performance
Stems have rapidly changed what DJs expect from modern performance equipment. PRIME 4 G2 brings Stem Separation directly into its standalone workflow, with onboard rendering and playback supported by dedicated Instrumental and Acapella controls.
A Stems pad mode and Stem Level EQ give performers additional control over individual track elements. DJs can use these tools for live mashups, creative transitions, layering and remix-style performances without making a laptop the primary music source.
Stems are not treated as a separate novelty feature. Their dedicated controls and integration with the pads and mixer make them part of the physical performance workflow.
True four-deck standalone DJ performance
At its core, the Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 standalone DJ system delivers four-channel, four-deck performance through Engine DJ without requiring a laptop.
DJs can work with locally stored music, removable media and compatible online streaming services. The advanced on-screen mixer also provides access to important settings including:
- Crossfader assignment and curve
- FX channel assignment
- Channel input assignment
- Fader Start
- Microphone routing and microphone effects
- 10-band software EQ for Main, Booth and Zone outputs
Channels can be assigned between sources including Engine, Line, Bluetooth and Computer, allowing the four-channel mixer to function as more than a closed standalone environment.
10.1-inch HD multi-touch display
The PRIME workflow remains centred around a large 10.1-inch, 1280 × 800 optically bonded multi-touch display. It brings together track browsing, waveforms, library management, mixer settings, effects and deeper system controls.
Multi-touch gesture support makes navigation familiar and responsive, while three Playlist Bank buttons provide quick access to assigned playlists during a performance.
Full-size 8-inch jog wheels
PRIME 4 G2 moves to full-size 8-inch high-resolution jog wheels. For working DJs who spend several hours behind their equipment, jog-wheel size, resistance and overall feel can matter considerably more than they appear to on a specification sheet.
The integrated jog displays provide immediate visual feedback, including cue position and Stem status information.
An extensive effects system
Effects are another area where PRIME 4 G2 moves beyond a conventional all-in-one DJ controller layout.
Main FX
Two internal Main FX modules provide more than 25 effects, supported by physical toggle paddles and Favourite FX buttons for quick access during a performance.
Touch FX
Ten reactive Touch FX can be controlled through the display and include latch functionality.
Fader FX
Fader-triggered effects provide another hands-on performance method, with Favourite FX access available for faster recall.
Sweep FX
Each mixer channel has its own Sweep FX control, with four effect options available for immediate manipulation.
What we like about this approach
PRIME 4 G2 does not force every DJ into one effects workflow. Mixer controls, paddles, touchscreen effects and fader-driven effects can coexist, allowing performers to build different working methods around the same system.
Built-in DMX lighting control
This could be one of the most practical PRIME 4 G2 features for mobile, wedding and event DJs.
The system includes an isolated physical DMX output with onboard Engine Lighting powered by SoundSwitch. Compatible DMX lighting can therefore be connected and controlled without requiring a separate USB DMX interface for the initial universe.
The onboard interface supports one DMX universe with up to 512 channels. Compatible SoundSwitch hardware, including the SoundSwitch DMX Micro and SoundSwitch Control One, can expand supported control to a maximum of two universes or 1,024 channels. Smart-lighting support also includes compatible Philips Hue and Nanoleaf products.
For event DJs, bringing music playback, microphones, independent audio zones and lighting into one workflow can reduce setup complexity and provide more direct control throughout the event.
Bluetooth audio becomes part of the mixer workflow
Working DJs will recognise the situation: a client needs a particular song played from a phone, a performer supplies an audio file or background music must be connected quickly.
The PRIME 4 G2 Bluetooth Deck allows audio from a compatible smartphone or tablet to become part of the mixer workflow. Bluetooth 5.4 also supports compatible Bluetooth keyboards.
It sounds like a relatively simple addition, but it may become one of the features professional mobile DJs use most often.
Wi-Fi and direct music streaming
Integrated dual-band Wi-Fi gives DJs access to supported online music services directly from the system. Supported services include:
- Amazon Music Unlimited
- Apple Music
- Beatport
- SoundCloud Go+
- TIDAL
Streaming services require an internet connection and may require separate paid subscriptions. Availability and functionality can change by service, region and software version.
Professional audio performance
A flagship standalone DJ system still needs professional sound quality. PRIME 4 G2 uses an ESS ES9017S 32-bit DAC, with a quoted dynamic range of up to 119 dB A-weighted through the balanced main outputs.
The balanced main output is capable of up to +20 dBu / 8 Vrms, making the system suitable for connection to professional PA systems and installed audio environments.
Main, Booth and Zone outputs are provided on balanced XLR connections, while an additional RCA main output is also available.
Independent Zone output
The independent Zone output has always been one of the most useful professional features associated with the PRIME 4 concept, especially for mobile and venue DJs.
PRIME 4 G2 provides a separate balanced XLR Zone output with dedicated Cue functionality. An individual deck or playlist can be directed to a second audio system—for example, background music in a reception area while the DJ performs in the main room.
For the right event setup, the Zone output can remove the need for an additional playback system entirely.
Two microphone inputs for working DJs
The microphone section further demonstrates the system’s focus on professional events. Two microphone inputs use XLR and 1/4-inch combination connections and include:
- Three-band EQ
- Echo
- Reverb
- Talkover
- Anti-Feedback processing
Mic 2 can also operate as an instrument input, creating additional possibilities for musicians, live performers and hybrid DJ setups.
USB, SD card and internal storage
DJs are not restricted to one way of bringing music to a performance. PRIME 4 G2 provides:
- USB Type-A media connectivity
- USB Type-C connectivity
- SD, SDHC and SDXC card support
- An internal SATA 3.0 drive bay
Installing compatible internal storage is particularly useful for working DJs who want their main music collection available inside the system while retaining USB or SD media for backup and additional libraries.
Supported file systems include exFAT and FAT32. Playable formats include AAC/M4A, AIFF, ALAC, FLAC, MP3, MP4, Ogg Vorbis and WAV.
Who is the Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 for?
Mobile and wedding DJs
Independent Zone output, two microphone inputs, Bluetooth audio, standalone operation, integrated DMX and extensive media support all address genuine requirements encountered during professional events.
Club and open-format DJs
Four decks, large jog wheels, onboard Stems, extensive effects and expressive performance pads provide plenty of room for creative and technically involved sets.
DJs who want to leave the laptop at home
This remains one of the PRIME platform’s strongest attractions. DJs can prepare their library, connect suitable media and perform directly from the hardware.
Event and production professionals
Professional outputs, separate audio zones, DMX control, external inputs, microphone processing and several storage options make PRIME 4 G2 relevant beyond conventional bedroom or club DJing.
Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 key specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Channels | 4 |
| Standalone decks | 4 |
| Main display | 10.1-inch, 1280 × 800 multi-touch |
| Jog wheels | 8-inch high-resolution |
| Performance pads | 16 MPCe velocity and pressure-sensitive pads |
| Audio conversion | ESS ES9017S 32-bit DAC |
| Processor | 8-core ARM |
| Memory | 4 GB RAM |
| Wireless | Dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.4 |
| DMX | Built-in isolated DMX output; one universe and up to 512 channels |
| Dimensions | 76.2 × 49.71 × 10.49 cm |
| Weight | 9.9 kg |
Denon DJ PRIME 4 G2 frequently asked questions
Is the PRIME 4 G2 fully standalone?
Yes. It is designed for four-deck standalone performance through Engine DJ without requiring a laptop as the primary music source.
Does the PRIME 4 G2 have onboard Stems?
Yes. It includes onboard Stems rendering and playback, dedicated Instrumental and Acapella controls, a Stems pad mode and Stem Level EQ.
How large are the jog wheels?
PRIME 4 G2 has full-size 8-inch high-resolution jog wheels with integrated visual feedback.
Does it have built-in DMX?
Yes. It includes an isolated physical DMX output and Engine Lighting powered by SoundSwitch. The built-in interface supports one DMX universe with up to 512 channels.
Can I connect turntables?
Yes. Channels 3 and 4 provide stereo RCA Line/Phono inputs for connecting compatible turntables or line-level sources.
Does the PRIME 4 G2 have Bluetooth?
Yes. Bluetooth 5.4 is included, with Bluetooth audio input allowing compatible smartphones and tablets to become part of the mixer workflow.
Can I install an internal SSD?
The system includes an internal SATA 3.0 drive bay for compatible internal storage.
Which streaming services are supported?
Supported services include Amazon Music Unlimited, Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud Go+ and TIDAL. Availability may vary, and separate subscriptions can be required.
Is PRIME 4 G2 suitable for wedding DJs?
Yes. Dual microphone inputs, independent Zone output, Bluetooth audio, standalone operation, built-in DMX and flexible music sources make it particularly well suited to professional wedding and mobile DJs.
DJBox.ie verdict
The original PRIME concept demonstrated that a professional all-in-one DJ system did not need to revolve around a laptop. PRIME 4 G2 takes that idea and expands it considerably.
The MPCe performance pads, onboard Stems, 8-inch jog wheels and extensive effects provide the headline creative features. However, practical additions such as Bluetooth audio, independent Zone control, professional microphone facilities, internal storage and built-in DMX may prove equally important for working DJs.
Rather than simply becoming a more powerful controller, PRIME 4 G2 moves closer to being the central control system for an entire DJ performance.
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