Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3, 2-Channel DJ Controller, 16 Pads, Integrated Soundcard, Traktor Pro 3 Included, Black

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New Mixer FX for instant one-knob FX and filter control on each channel. Choose from eight FX and three filter types to assign to four hardware FX slots The hardware is good, well built and relatively easy to use, probably comparable to most other suchlike dj controllers of a respectable brand (although I can't compare). Setting up and connecting to a laptop is extremely easy and presents no problems. The lit pads make it possible to work in a dark environment. No comments on the effect as I don't use them. If you are experiencing problems with your S2 MK2 in TRAKTOR DJ, or if your S2 MK2 is not being recognized by the iOS device, please verify the following: Once VirtualDJ 8 is launched, a Login Window will appear. Login with your virtualdj.com account credentials. A Pro Infinity, a Kontrol S2 Plus or a Pro Subscription License is required to fully use the Kontrol S2

Pro Mixer Layout with redesigned monitoring section and four dedicated slots for Mixer FX plus filters Connectivity: 44.1/48 kHz / 24-bit audio interface, mic input (1/4" / 6.3 mm TRS), headphone out (1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS), 2x stereo main out (line and 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS), USB port, iOS port, 12V DC Powered via USB 2.0 or with optional power supply unit.

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The unit should be visible in the CONTROLLERS tab of Config and the “factory default” available/selected from the Mappings drop-down list. The factory default Mapping offers the functions described in this Manual, however those can be adjusted to your needs via VDJ Script actions. The pitch slider is small and beatmatching could be quite hard. Set this in your software to +/- 8% and it will be better. You can then stop, start, mute and play those samples using the performance pads, by pressing the “Samples” button first, then using the top four pads on each side the play the samples, and the bottom four to mute/enable them. The Traktor Kontrol S2 Mk3 is a fun controller to use. It’s partly because the jogwheels just feel “right” (there’s no wobble, they’re a decent size), and partly because it isn’t too cluttered.

If your TRAKTOR KONTROL S2 is not lighting up or is not recognized by your computer, please read this hardware troubleshooting guide. More about those effects. With no FX Select button pressed, the effects are set to filter. Press any of the four FX Select buttons, and you switch the filter out for other macro/mixer effects – there are actually eight to choose from in the software, and one of them is a long-requested noise effect, which is good to see. That means that if the revitalised Traktor platform is to have a hope of keeping and growing its market share, it needs to appeal to the same people whose first taste of DJing is exactly this type of device. That’s what the S2 is clearly designed to do. Let’s see how it shapes up… Pro Mixer Layout with redesigned monitoring section and four dedicated slots for Mixer FX plus filtersThe unit has a pre-defined Audio setup and a special button in the AUDIO tab of Config to provide that. Alternative Audio setups can be applied in the same window. Looping is controlled by two encoders per side, and again, it’s simple but powerful. The Loop encoder turns a loop on or off, and turning it halves or doubles its length. Meanwhile, the Move encoder moves the current loop as it’s playing – a feature many DJs, especially techno DJs, love about Traktor. Without any of the above Licenses, the controller will operate for 10 minutes each time you restart VirtualDJ.

New large (14 cm / 5.5'') smooth precision jog wheels with two modes: 1. Jog mode: Classic spin-to-nudge function, as well as scratch capability 2. Beatgrid adjust mode: Use the jog wheel to manually adjust beatgrid in TRAKTOR The flagship TRAKTOR 4-channel mixer software from Native Instruments is the foundation of the TRAKTOR series, offering cutting edge control of your music files. Featuring professional-grade audio quality, instant syncing for beat matching, seamless looping, Hotcue, beatjump tools for remixing on the fly, and a full suite of high-grade effects, TRAKTOR PRO 3 is the top choice of DJs around the world.S2 MK1 only: If your controller is not being recognized by your OS X 10.10 (or higher) system, read this article. Non-destructive file handling: "Tag writing mode" options have been added for configuring has been added to configure which types of metadata TRAKTOR writes or does not write to audio files. And sure, there are no full effects engine controls above each jogwheel as you find on some other DJ gear (including the S4), but that means the unit is far less cluttered – and anyway the new mixer effects which are controlled by the big knob under the EQs sound great and will be more than enough for most people. The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 is the latest 2-channel digital DJ controller that comes with a range of new exciting controls and functions that provides you with a plethora of creative manipulation options so you can create seamless mixes that are sure to amaze your audience. Sure the performance pads aren’t huge, but they don’t need to be as they only control a couple of functions. Sure, the pitch faders are short – but they’re also high quality, adjusting easily up to 1/100th of a BPM even when they’re set to +/-20%.