Your Energy changed the proposals for Moorsyde, south west of Berwick, because it would benefit the overall design and it was aware of residents' concerns.
The decision was also made after discussions with Berwick Borough Council and Northumberland County Council.
But Moorsyde Action Group (MAG), which is opposing the application, think the changes will only have a minimal impact.
Richard Mardon, managing director for Your Energy, said: "The removal of the four turbines will reduce the visual impact of the project, minimize the impact on landscape character and cultural heritage, whilst still providing substantial benefits in terms of the supply of clean, renewable energy to between 10,500 and 12,500 households."
The turbines being removed are two at the far west of the site, and the two turbines closest to Shoresdean.
MAG spokesman Don Brownlow said: "Your Energy's decision to axe four turbines from the Moorsyde scheme is a belated attempt to save this flawed proposal from rejection by the planners.
"While other developers in the area have proposals for six, seven or nine turbines, and have been willing to at least listen to concerns about siting, Your Energy have refused to discuss their scheme with local people.
"We welcome a cut in the number of turbines, but consider that it does not change the basic design of this project and would have only a minor affect on its impacts.
"Ten 360 ft. turbines would still dominate surrounding communities, tourist routes and views to the Cheviots."
But Matt Kelly, project manager, said: "While this change will reduce the amount of clean, renewable energy produced by the scheme, the reduction will considerably increase the distance of the nearest turbine from Shoresdean and significantly reduce the visual impact."
Mr Kelly added that the reduction of turbines will have a significant positive effect on the view from Duddo Stones.