Just because it’s NAMM 2020 time, it doesn’t mean that DJs have been forgotten. Professional and mobile DJs will undoubtedly be keen on Denon DJ’s new PRIME 2 and PRIME GO smart DJ consoles. The PRIME 2 is made to be a beast in the club circuit, while the PRIME GO is built for backpack-friendly transit and up to four hours of battery-powered performing.
Both consoles feature a similar and impressive foundation. Each boasts a 7" HD touchscreen with gesture capability, two decks, and built-in Wi-Fi, plus wired Internet connectivity for easy music streaming in a variety of venues. Additionally, they can analyze your music files and rekordbox libraries from USB and let you hear what’s up via the stand-alone Track Preview function. Being compatible with Engine Prime software, they also support importing collections from iTunes, Serato DJ, and Traktor. Their analog I/O ports are nearly identical; two XLR-1/4" combo mic inputs with EQ/level and talk-over, an RCA input for stereo music sources such as media players and mobile devices, XLR and RCA master outputs, and 1/4" and 3.5mm headphone outs. For the booth outputs, the PRIME 2 uses XLR jacks, whereas the PRIME GO has 1/4" sockets.
Both models accept USB and SD/SDHC media, but the PRIME 2 also sports a 2.5" SATA drive bay in case you want to keep your music collections in the console. When it comes to controlling the tracks, there are some key differences. The PRIME 2 has 6" capacitive-touch jog wheels with 2.2" full-color, LED-backlit displays that show heads-up info and album art. The PRIME GO utilizes dual 3.1" capacitive-touch jog wheels sans displays. The PRIME 2’s pitch fader is 100mm with a center LED, while the PRIME GO’s is a 40mm version with a center detent.
In the likely event that you want to spice and chop things up during your set, there are plenty of options. With the PRIME GO, you get four pads and an assignable FX module. The PRIME 2 opts for eight trigger pads and two independent FX units. Why not add some visual excitement, too? Both models support StagelinQ, which enables lighting and video integration via SoundSwitch and Resolume.
Whether you hit the big stages and crowded clubs, or bounce between house parties and weddings, Denon DJ’s PRIME 2 and PRIME GO smart DJ consoles give you the power to keep the energy high. Want to know more? Stop by the B&H SuperStore or visit our website to decide which model is best for you.
