Hands-On Review: Denon DJ Prime 2 DJ System

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Denon DJ announced the Prime 2 alongside the Prime Go, and they represent the second and third units launched in this standalone, all-in-one range of DJ systems (the first of course being the runaway-successful Prime 4).
As the name suggests, this is a two-channel version of the Prime 4. But what else has been cut down? And is it a viable choice for the pro DJ who doesn't really need a four-channel controller? In this hands-on review, I'll give you my thoughts having spend an hour with it at a Denon DJ press event. (Expect a full review of the product once we've been able to spend a bit more time with it.)
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@Amiga1200Mark 4 года назад

Nice ... best 2 channel standalone, best 4 channel standalone and best players on the market with the 5000s and 6000s. Denon are setting the standards now.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

They're certainly raising the bar right now...

@scottaubrey8392 4 года назад

Pioneer - “We dominate the DJ market” Denon - “hold my beer”

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

🍻

@bboymac84 4 года назад

Hahaha

@ervskizzle2910 4 года назад

you dominate because rookie DJ's don't know any better. Just wait and see, that will all change.

@yushentang8036 4 года назад

Roland: We have the best mobile DJ controller. Denon: Pardon me?

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

😄

@snowvalleyrat 3 года назад

I switched from an XDJ RX2 to a Denon Prime 2 and the Denon smokes the RX2 in every single way. I don't miss anything about it.

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

Glad you're enjoying it :)

@P4boot 4 года назад

I think this is my next gear, but let me watch the review first! Thanks Phil for the reviews. Hope you're sleeping!

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

😄

@charleswrigley9488 4 года назад

Lovd it

@LouTullo 4 года назад

Wassup Phil ! Thanks for a great review. I just pre-ordered the Prime 2 from Guitar Center on Presidents Day Weekend Sale. Now if Pioneer and Rekordbox made the Ipad fully compatible with the DDJ 1000 that would be awesome.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Nice one!

@LouTullo 4 года назад

Digital DJ Tips changed my mind . After thinking about it I decided to stay with my DDJ 1000. I don’t mind using a 2012 15” Mac Book Pro. I love using Rekordbox and DJ Pro 2 with Tidal and Spotify. I’m waiting for Pioneer and Rekordbox on IPAD next. That would be cool.

@Majorcrimesuk 4 года назад

Been waiting for this controller I’m a massive fan of the prime series os and the screens 😍 definitely should have 4 colour effects and the price should be £1000

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Glad you like it :)

@djlenzo8683 4 года назад

Yea, screen could be a bit bigger. Serato or engine is both fine with me. Guess I'll pre order one. 👍👍

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Yeah not the biggest but useable (and feels nice)

@rayjugo 4 года назад

I practiced DJing using my phone screen so this 7 inch screen will be an upgrade 🕺🏾🕺🏾🕺🏾🖤

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Awesome :)

@kuba017 2 года назад

I have question about hot cues. I was trying Prime 2 today and there was one thing I couldn't figure out. Whe I use my MC3000 together with Virtual DJ I use a lot of Hot Cues. The cool thing is that each time I use any of my Hot Cues and then press CUE button music stops at the last Hot Cue I used instead of going back to "main" cue point ( the one next to PLAY button ). It's so annoying that in Prime 2 each time I am testing my Hot Cues I have to find the way to go to the one I like. For example I want to jump to one of them and prepare loop... If I just pres hot cue button It starts playing and I cant set the loop. I hope you understand what I mean. Is this possible to make Prime going back to last Hot Cue I used? I was testing only with original OS without updating.

@dandantheideasman 4 года назад

Denon should really consider opining up their software to a pool of professionals to play around with to suggest improvements - a place to pool knowledge and experience to enhance the software. P.S. not played with it yet but will have a mess around before seriously considering purchasing the hardware. Just an idea as I love what they are bringing to the table in the form of hardware.

@duboi1475 4 года назад

Dan Johnston they definitely need help software wise... the workflow is horrible... every single time I refresh my playlists on my Usb I have to triple check engine hasn't shuffled all my files as illustrated in the video below ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-vWmwlbOJWmw.html

@Weaver_Games 4 года назад

I'm a software developer. If they open sourced the software I would contribute for free.

@duboi1475 4 года назад

1st time I saw it I didn't know What was going on. Later figured out that the track title cue points & BPM was for one track ... but the actual audio file that plays, would be different and the wave for displayed could be something else. Have to completely ignore all visuals and mix like it's vinyl tables ... can really throw you off if you're not paying close attention and just grooving

@Rodas949 4 месяца назад

Just found one from seller for $700, comes with case and laptop shelf.. Just stole this thing for a sweet price!

@digitaldjtips 4 месяца назад

Good to hear!

@falcon81701 Год назад

This looks fantastic. Pioneer having no onboard track analysis or streaming is a deal breaker for me.

@digitaldjtips Год назад

As all the Denon (and Numark Mixstream) kit runs on the same OS, you have a few units to choose from!

@m-stat9 3 года назад

PLEASE Denon, follow the example of the Prime 4 / VDJ and *add Serato DJ Pro support for the Prime 2* as well! Then you would have the true 2-channel BEAST 😎 on the market, thanks to great flexibility, and more Pioneer SR/SX/RX users like me could switch. The Prime 4 is great, yes, but bulky and not everyone needs all channels. Thank you!

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

They have a forum that they watch like a hawk for suggestions TriStar so if you want to add to the number of people who are calling for this I'd suggest posting there :)

@seasickvision 4 года назад

Ok... I didnt see this coming...

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Surprise 🙃

@dragonsknights 4 года назад

Hi! was going to get the 4 but was big for my purposes (and transport too). Now Prime 2 seems to be the right choice. Just let me know what are the differences between Prime 2 and Go. I am tango dj so don't need a lot of effects and loops, only a good software to manage the 6000+ .mp3 files to create playlists.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

We don't have anything comprehensive yet but check out the overviews here: www.digitaldjtips.com/2020/01/denon-dj-unveils-prime-2-prime-go-standalone-systems/

@lag3432 4 года назад

Wished you had the other one there to compare size and weight

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

The dimensions should be out there for a comparison, just have to grab a tape measure 😄

@olivierf.4931 3 года назад

Does the auxiliary input pass through one of the mixer channels and the FX unit?

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

@what1462 4 года назад

I just wish this had the 10” display the prime four has , the it would be the ultimate standalone 2 channel controller.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Yeah the 7" is on the small side

@simonboyes2550 3 года назад

I was hoping that you would address my one main question.....how easy is it to locate tracks from a large database when you no longer have a laptop keyboard and have to use the touch screen?

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

Easy.

@SAM-LDN 4 года назад

Please can we get either prime2 or prime4 with motorised platters

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

That would be something wouldn't it...

@virgilwilliams2378 4 года назад

How come they didn't put an HDMI video output port so you can see it on large display monitor.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Because it's a touchscreen I guess.

@jaimecheverry 3 года назад

HI mate, i would like to ask you something. Is prime 2 ok for beginner? Or do you recommend another ALL IN ONE System like the XDJRR pioneer?

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

The Prime 2 is an all in one system as well, it'd be great for a beginner

@jaimecheverry 3 года назад

@@digitaldjtips thank you for you answer

@bboymac84 4 года назад

Can you add Ableton Link??

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Don't THINK so

@DJLeroyB 4 года назад

What do I use to transfer sound through to Facebook live when doing live sets ?? Cables or were to plug in the back of it .

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Use an audio interface like the iRig Stream (that's what we use)

@DJLeroyB 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips cheers all sorted now , 🎶🎧🔊🔊🔥🔥🎶😁🤙

@steve40092 4 года назад

i use the rec sockets on my amp

@samchatfield6767 4 года назад

Can anyone help me the prime 4 and prime go have post fade ecos and stuff in the filter knob from what I can see this does not? Unless it's in the utility?

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Not got one in for review yet, so can't tell you any more at the moment...

@samchatfield6767 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips thank u for getting back to me if there isn't that a odd design flaw don't u think?

@jparppimenta1020 4 года назад

this one new denon prime 2 it can continuous play playlist ? thank you sir for support

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Not sure at this point, full review coming soon!

@jparppimenta1020 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips thank you sir

@djjamessilk 2 года назад

I can’t seem to find an answer to this.. Do any of the channels have phono inputs so I can hook up a turntable?

@digitaldjtips 2 года назад

@dlish984 4 года назад

Missing the jog wheel rim light ... kinda broke the deal for me. that little extra feature makes a huge difference!!

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Yep

@dlish984 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips Great review though.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Thanks!

@cassiusjb 4 года назад

That's a plus for me.

@charithasirimanna5033 4 года назад

is the hard drive slot still there..

@DJBlackRabbit 4 года назад

yes Phil mentioned the drive slot is under the unit

@pacoclt8 3 года назад

Is this a good set up for a beginner?

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

Definitely, though if you already have a computer a cheaper controller to get you started until you know what you actually want/need might be a better choice

@VoyageOne1 4 года назад

Looks tempting but I've decided to opt for the Prime 4 instead since it isn't significantly more expensive

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Yeah a good choice :)

@LiaIanKai Год назад

Hello 👋, should a purchase prime 2, or ddj800

@digitaldjtips Год назад

You'll struggle to find a Prime 2, so on that basis, DDJ-800. However, they're very different things - one is a controller, one is a DJ system. Figure out which TYPE of device you want first.

@loapan345 4 месяца назад

i will love to get this one but is discontinued

@digitaldjtips 4 месяца назад

Sadly you are right

@calebkent7981 4 года назад

my MCX8000 is already a 2 channel stand alone device with screens. not sure why this is the same price? or more desirable.

@wtcbd01 4 года назад

Because it actually works. Loved my MCX8000 but had MANY issues with it freezing. Had to sell it and never regretted it. Try these prime units and you will understand.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Exactly, unfortunately we're heard from many users having problems with their MCX8000

@calebkent7981 4 года назад

i’ve no issues with mine. have there not been any with the Prime gear?

@WokenOne 4 года назад

I too have owned a MCX8000 and is is a piece of s*** compared to the RX2, P2 and P4. So many flaws you wouldn't believe it. I'd rather use a DDJ-1000 with a laptop & serato. My friend now owns a P2 and it is bloody amazing.

@bashanborlangkhongshei2851 4 года назад

How much is Denon prime 2 gonna cost...i wish to buy it in this year

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

US$1399

@bashanborlangkhongshei2851 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips wow that's a bit expensive for me...i totally understand why denon had a good price for this one cuz its the first standalone DJ equipment..👍👍

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

On par or cheaper than other two channel standalone offerings though and easily gives them a run for their money :)

@robertomarcoloakadeejay_ro92 4 года назад

Price?

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

US$1399

@kellyaustin7487 4 года назад

Fantastic for the mobile guy. The font seems to be the same as any laptop just on a smaller screen. Big fan of denon in general. Glad to leave the lappy behind. 4 channel version is simply to large for sensible mobile work.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Thanks for weighing in Kelly, agreed great for those who need portability but still lots of features :)

@travelthebest2676 3 года назад

Why is every light flashing on it? Can you turn the lights off? Can you turn the image on the disks off too? I don’t need a light show

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

No, you can't turn all the lights off, they're needed to feed back info to the DJ. you can turn the central images off though, you can just replace them with black.

@travelthebest2676 3 года назад

I think I remember when you had upstairs at Tangled Manchester. Good parties 🎈

@digitaldjtips 3 года назад

I was actually the main room resident with Terry, Steve and Herbie had upstairs. Good times!

@travelthebest2676 3 года назад

Ah yes, breaks upstairs. Twinny on door duty :)

@travelthebest2676 3 года назад

Quick question, I’m undecided on the Prime go and the Prime two. The go has no individual meters which I use to keep my volume in check before bringing in the track, the go doesn’t have this, however I could Maybe learn to live without. I also will be getting on and off trains ( not very busy trains) with my kit so it needs to be a portable rig. Would you say it’s ok to hop on and off trains with the Prime two? I see they make cases also for the prime two which could help.

@LyK0sa 4 года назад

I think the single USB slot is a big mistake, seamless handovers and B2B will be impossible unless everyone carries both USB and SD. In my eyes that's one area where the RX2 still wins against this.

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

It would have been nice for sure

@steve40092 4 года назад

there are another 2 round the back. it just doesnt have 2 on the front of the unit like the prime4 and xdj-rx

@tts1551 2 года назад

The Prime 2 has 3 USB slots, 2 of them are in the back

@cueva_mc 4 года назад

just do what people want and youll have tons of $$$

@Drkane_ 4 года назад

Why even bother when Xone96 is on the market?

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

The 96 is a good product, but think these are aimed at a different audience

@Reticuli 4 года назад

Too big and missing standard rear inputs.

@LyK0sa 4 года назад

Looks like it's smaller than the XDJ RX2

@rmac5584 4 года назад

Seems small

@digitaldjtips 4 года назад

Well it's certainly smaller than the Prime 4 :)

@rmac5584 4 года назад

@@digitaldjtips Hey in your opinion would you get the prime 2 or the ddj 800 if you had to choose?

@adriangriffiths4051 3 года назад

Bought a Prime 2 in February 2021, after having pioneer gear for years. I thought this would be the answer to all my prayers 🙏 , how wrong could I be. Terrible sound 🙉 ! diabolical effects bank, no fader adjustment, sync button very strange 🤷, engine software terrible, no pro link function, not enough jog bend adjustment (too abrupt) , waveform hopeless, and a crazy pad section, in which the colours are not changeable 🤦. There are some plus points. Nice touch screen with great library features, built in wi-fi and loads of connections for storage, that's probably it. I don't know if the prime 4 is any better ? but I'm thinking of changing back to pioneer again soon, very disappointed 😔

@m-stat9 2 года назад

Well, have fun with your overpriced Pioneer plastic trash then. While we others enjoy Engine DJ 2.0