Denon DJ Prime 4+ and Engine 3.1 Review: The Evolution Continues | Beatsource Tech

Engine DJ 3.1 has just been announced for all Engine devices and includes a whole new suite of FX options, touch FX, and smart playlists. At the same time, Denon DJ is also releasing the Prime 4+, a new version of their flagship four deck, all-in-one device, which brings a few aesthetic changes and tweaks to things like the jog wheels. Mojaxx takes a close look at both the software and hardware on the new episode of #BeatsourceTech.

0:00 Intro
0:17 Engine 3.1 New Features
1:20 Main FX Demo
9:50 Touch FX Demo
12:48 Smartlists
13:24 Prime 4+ Review
18:08 Conclusion

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[arthureschner]

Honestly, what else could you possibly want from an all-in-one unit? Denon are properly kicking ass right now & I love it!!

[Fran-orlt]

No DJ gear has been reviewed until it’s had a Mojaxx review.

[theweddingspinner]

Man’s been eating clean and living the dream. Good work Mojaxx

[djason_music]

Feels like every month is Christmas with my denon. Massive.

[deepvibez]

yoo mojaxx cheers bro, dang man have you lost weight bro, thanks for the reviews, always fun!

[Ryan]

Just upgraded my SC6000s to 3.1 and am VERY happy to see the Touch FX are on the standalone decks as well. AWESOME! I have a Xone 96 with an Eventide H90 on my FX loop, but having these on-deck FX is sweet. Reminds me of the Kaoss Pad days. Great job Denon!

[Lemon]

There's nothing better. I feel like going back to 2012 when playing on Pioneer gear for my gigs. Think I'll finally change my rider. Cheers Mojaxx!

[mutzang]

21:22 the stem feature is still missing in a standalone unit. I would love to have that built in rather using my laptop just to use that feature

[snipergino]

Rating the songs straight on the stand alone units and creating a smart list based on that , would be a cool feature as well..

[leesinthemix]

I kind of disappointed that the go to opinion on this channel is "where is the new hardware"

At a time when companies in the DJ space are releasing new controllers every month, I think it's refreshing to see Denon prioritising software updates to existing hardware, over new units entirely.

Not everyone has the cash to dump £2k on a new unit every 3-4 years, especially at the moment too, just to be able to access a couple of new features.

Kudos to Denon.

[StereoAnthony]

AMAZING! I'm waiting on a hopefully updated Prime Go to be released, so maybe it's finally on its way soon!

[Dj.julien.b]

I never used these old effects before. But the news are just fantastic and so usable ! Love this ! Keep it up Denon

[RPLXN_wav]

Broo everything aside I've been watching you since you were healthy and recently you're starting to get skinny i hope you're okay just checking up on you.i hope you're healthy and fine with you all the health in the World. ❤❤

[killakong]

I currently use a Prime 2 and I fell in Love with it. I’ve been wanting a Prime 4 for a while, so im excited I waited. This definitely will be my new upgrade!!

[FintanMoloney]

That is a crazy amount of FX ! Engine software is really putting out some great updates.

[satchelmuth]

i run sc6ks with a mastersounds radius 4 and having fx on the players is a massive increase in capability for me. There's really no decent auto bpm 3/4 echo from guitar pedals or even the mastersounds fx unit. Free fx upgrade for my setup. Thank you Denon!

[satchelmuth]

goddamn, just upgraded the 6k, and the FX is Denon got a customer for life with how good the hardware is and how good the software has become....

[DJTEDDY]

I own a Denon Prime 4 since February 2020. I absolutely love it. This has been my main controller since January 2021. I did love to get the Denon Prime 4+, but I can’t justify buying it now just to add one new feature. I use Amazon music, which will be very convenient for weddings. But I rather wait for the next one.

The things I will like to see in the next generation Denon standalone controller is:

Toggle switches to activate effects

Stems feature

Spinning platters (maybe)

Bigger jog wheels (definitely)

Ability to playback videos

[JamesPiquette]

I still have the SC5000s + X1800 and more recently a Prime Go.. The ever evolving Engine OS is making the strongest argument for hardware that CAN stand the test of time (and competition) as a result of a feature set that meets the evolving needs of today's DJs.

[GDLOUDDJ]

I own a Denon prime 4 and I would like the stems to be apart of the hardware