We gave two new TRAKTOR KONTROL F1 units to controllerism pioneer Moldover for a weekend test drive. Combining the F1s with his TRAKTOR KONTROL S4, he unlocked the full potential of TRAKTOR’s new Remix Decks™.
Sneak Peek At The Future Of TRAKTOR
January 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Spring 2012 will bring another major innovation from the team behind TRAKTOR. In this exclusive preview, you can take a sneak peek at the new TRAKTOR software and controller — and the birth of a groundbreaking new workflow. Stylish multi-color pads trigger loops and samples, allowing for on-the-fly remixing. Watch the video and see how a DJ set can become a powerfully creative live performance.
More info coming very soon: http://www.native-instruments.com/traktor
This performance uses Loopmasters sample content from the following titles :
Lynx – Eclectic Drum And Bass
Kanji Kinetic Presents Drumstep & Mutant Bass Vol.1
http://www.loopmasters.com
FREE SAMPLES!
December 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Traktor 2.1.2 update now online
December 5, 2011 By Leave a Comment
MIDI Clock send/receive stability improved
Cueing issues with CD Timecode fixed
Track start position offset with timecode media fixed
CUP instant mode with “Quant” enabled fixed
CUP instant mode for decks B/C/D fixed
Built-in soundcard fall-back fixed
MIDI controls “Tempo Sync”, “Load Loop Play”, “Load From List” and “Track End
Warning” fixed
Drag & Drop from preview player to deck fixed
TAP when working with beatgrids fixed
Reset deck controls for pitch fader fixed
Issues when loading a missing sample to a sample slot fixed
Issues with ASIO control panel for some 3rd party devices fixed
Crash when removing Traktor Kontrol X1 fixed
The Disablists – ’93 til Infinity
October 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Watch this smooth turntablist performance by 4x UK DMC champs The Disablists as they give this Souls of Mischief classic their own spin, beatjuggling and triggering cue-points using Traktor Scratch Pro 2 and the X1…
The free Traktor 2.1 update has just been released!
September 22, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This new version brings various improvements for Traktor (Scratch) Pro and Duo, e.g. enhanced sample decks with keylock and FX, multi-core processor support, additional mixer headroom, support for the upcoming Kontrol S2, and much more. Now available for download through Service Center…
Manufactured Superstars on S4!
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
This was taken at Tryst Las Vegas Labor Day weekend.
Traktor Control S2
August 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Watch the upcoming all-in-one DJ system Traktor Kontrol S2 showcased in this video with controllerism guru Ean Golden. Introducing the innovative “2.1″ design with a third channel for mixing in Traktor’s Sample Decks, the S4′s smaller brother also contains the flagship Traktor Pro 2 software.
Creating a live dubstep remix of Depeche Mode’s “Enjoy The Silence” using Sample Decks, cue points and effects, Ean shows the virtually unlimited creative potential of this compact solution which will hit stores in October.
More info: http://www.native-instruments.com/s2
DJ TechTools Numark NS6 Review by Ean Golden
July 31, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Today we look at the brand new Numark NS6, yet another all-in-one controller designed for Serato Itch. Smaller than the NS7 but larger than other 4 channel controllers, is the NS6 the perfect fit for you? DJ TechTools investigates!
SPECS
Product: Numark NS6
Price: $999
Connection: USB (Requires Power Adaptor)
Ships with: Serato Itch (4 Deck Version)
I/O: XLR Balanced outputs, RCA booth, and headphone (3.5mm and ¼”) out, RCA and ¼” mic in.
Available: Now
THE GOOD
Robust and well built: this is a professional-looking console
Design is tightly tied to a 4 deck Serato Itch layout
Well-spaced mixer section
Large jog wheels are easy to use
Simple understandable layout
THE BAD
Poor Traktor mapping
Too large to be really portable in a backpack
THE BOTTOM LINE
For mobile DJs or bedroom guys that are using Itch and want a professional interface this is one of the best controllers on the market. The Pioneer DDJ-S1 is good but it can’t beat Numark’s build quality. The VCI-300 is much more portable but lacks the features and dependable sound card. If you are looking for a Traktor interface, this is probably not the ideal choice as it lacks essential Traktor-focused controls – however it excels at matching the Itch interface and workflow.
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Source: http://www.djtechtools.com/2011/07/31/numark-ns6-review/
Traktor Kontrol S4 Backpack – DIGI Control-Backpack XL
July 6, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The new, ultra light-weight and compact DIGI Control-Backpack XL is designed to hold big sized DJ-Controllers like Traktor S4, Denon MC-6000, American Audio VMS4, Numark Mixtrack etc. along with a laptop and digital accessories. The main compartment provides a fully-padded laptop-compartment (up to 19”) and offers additional storage for a large DJ-Controller like the S4, Denon MC-6000 or any smaller models. The spacious front compartment includes a cable strap and a completely removable accessory panel with 2 padded storage pockets for smaller gear like interface, hardrive, headphone or other utilities.
- Holds Traktor S4, Denon MC-6000, American Audio VMS4, Numark Mixtrack, M-Audio Xponent, Akai MPK 25 etc. + laptop, interface, harddrive and headphone
- Extra-robust and water resistant Ballistic-Nylon 1680D
- Fully-padded laptop compartment (up to 19”)
- Including controller protection panel
- Spacious front compartment incl. cable strap and removable accessory panel for smaller gear
- Concealable backpack straps, padded carrying-handle and shoulder-strap
- Sling for fixing on trolley
- Ideal size for air travel – fits in overhead compartment of most airlines
- External measures (H/W/D): 54 x 35 x 20 cm / Inner measures (H/W/D): 51 x 33 x 10 cm (main compartment)
