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Traktor DJ | The Definitive Guide

10 November 2022  |  Admin

Traktor DJ | The Definitive Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Native Instruments Traktor DJ Equipment

Browse the Selection of DJ Controllers for Traktor Software from Native Instruments

Looking to start your DJ career? Maybe you want to make the move from bedroom to club? We talk you through one of the worlds premier DJ Software programs, giving you all the information you need to decide if it is right for you and which of the compatible controllers is best suited for your needs.

Traktor DJ Controllers - a walkthrough of the difference

For more than 20 years, TRAKTOR has been at the cutting edge of digital DJ'ing. Providing powerful tools for mixing, remixing, and compiling creative sets through accurate beat-matching and time stretching, alongside 21st century effects and sampling functionality. Get started with the entry-level TRAKTOR DJ 2 or expand your studio with the pro-level TRAKTOR PRO 3.

Kontrol Z1 / Kontrol X1 MK2 / Kontrol F1 / Kontrol S2 MK3 / Kontrol S3 / Kontrol S4 MK3 there's a lot to get your head around so lets break it down...

Traktor Kontrol Z1

Traktor Kontrol Z1

The Z1 is a straight forward compact 2 channel mixer with built-in 24-bit soundcard, 3-band EQ and a dedicated filter/fx sweep knob per-channel. Includes Traktor LE software, this is all you need to get started, if you want to make the leap to Traktor Pro 3, a discount e-voucher is included for use in the NI webshop. The Z1 can also be used with the desktop version of Traktor DJ 2 which is a free download.

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol Z1 DJ Mixer
$175.45
  • Includes Traktor LE
  • Pro-quality knobs, faders, and backlit buttons
  • 3-band EQ, built-in 24-bit soundcard
  • Perfect mixer for Traktor 
  • Solid build quality

2 Channel Mixer for NI Traktor

Estimated restock is 5-30 days  Estimated restock is 5-30 days
$175.45$200.69
$175.45

Traktor Kontrol X1 MK2

Traktor Kontrol X1 MK2

The X1 is a 'Decks & Effects' controller featuring a multi-purpose touch-strip, tactile controls for multi-effects over 2 decks, touch-sensitive knobs for browsing and looping tracks as well as transport controls. This is a Traktor users best friend. Pair this with a mixer and or controller for ultimate control of Traktor.

Traktor Kontrol F1

Traktor Kontrol F1

The F1 is a dedicated control surface for 'Stems and 'Remix Decks' allowing you to unleash your creativity, remixing and tailoring tracks on the fly. Four volume faders and dedicated filter knobs to edit tracks to your liking using Stem files. Take your DJ sets to a whole new 'live performance' level.

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1 for Remix & Stem Deck Control
$186.81
  • Dedicated control for Stems and Remix Decks
  • Includes £44 voucher for Native Instruments site
  • Free 2GB of remix decks packs 
  • Full colour RGB pads and filter on each channel
  • Lightweight for travel

Remix and Stem deck controller, get creative with your mixing

Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch  Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch
$186.81$225.93
$186.81
Traktor DJ Software

Traktor software is available in 3 versions

Traktor LE - The light edition of TRAKTOR PRO, with everything you need to mix across two decks. Included with select products.

Traktor DJ - Free DJ app for iPad and desktop, made for everybody to mix. With SoundCloud integration and powerful tools for creative DJing.

Traktor Pro - Flagship four-deck DJ software built for the club. Customizable interface, and powerful creative tools for DJing freedom.

Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3

Traktor Kontrol S2

Includes Traktor Pro 3, portable 2-channel controller designed for beginners, this is your gateway into the world of pro DJ'ing. Craft your sets using 2-decks, looping, beat sync and club grade effects! This will take you from house party to the club.

Edit & re-edit with loops and hotcues, all sync'd with the beat. An integrated 24-bit / 48-kHz audio interface and USB bus power mean that the S2 is ready to mix wherever you are. Build exciting transitions with one-touch control of new Mixer FX on each channel. Open up a big reverb, a dubby delay, or a smooth filter to get your tracks popping during the mix. Choose from eight club-grade effects and three filters, and use up to four at a time with the dedicated Mixer FX control.

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 DJ Controller + Traktor Pro 3 Full Version
$301.67
  • Large smooth precision jog wheels
  • Mixer FX, instant one-knob FX/filter control per channel
  • 16 RGB pads for triggering Hotcues, Loops or Samples
  • 24-bit / 44.1 kHz audio interface
  • Includes the brand new Traktor Pro 3 software

Includes Traktor Pro 3 Full Version & Traktor DJ 2 for Desktop & iPad

In stock, immediate despatch  In stock, immediate despatch
$301.67$339.53
$301.67

Traktor Kontrol S3

Traktor Kontrol S3

The S3 is your essential 4-channel controller, expanding on the S2 you can dive into four-deck mixing, add a mic and take things up a gear. Touch sensitive and super smooth jogwheels allow for tight cuts and and epic scratch workouts!

Mixer FX are one-touch effects on each channel, great for building energy, shaping your sound, or just going wild. Choose from eight effects and three filters, and assign them to the dedicated slots on the mixer for quick access.

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S3 DJ Controller + Traktor Pro 3 Full Version
$478.37
  • Includes Traktor Pro 3 Full Version 
  • 4-Channel club-standard layout with identical deck design, 4-channel mixer, long pitch faders, and dual deck control
  • Large (14 cm / 5.5”) precision jog wheels with Illuminated jog wheel ring for visual feedback including deck selection
  • 16 RBG pads for triggering Hotcues, loops, and samples
  • 3-band EQs with modelling of industry-standard mixer EQs

Includes Traktor Pro 3 Full Version & Traktor DJ 2 for Desktop & iPad

In stock, immediate despatch  In stock, immediate despatch
$478.37$566.73
$478.37

Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3

Traktor Kontrol S4

Club level 4-channel DJ controller with Haptic Drive™. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 lets you connect with your tracks in entirely new ways: Not only do its motorized jog wheels spin and react to nudging, scratching, pitch-fading, and backspins, they transmit cue points, loop markers, and more direct to your fingertips. And with RGB LED rings and high-res color displays keeping all the info you need front and center in the booth, everything you need is right where you need it – so you’re free to focus on your mix.

Two high-resolution displays keep your eyes on the mix as well as your ears. Easily see tempo, looping, track time, and waveform information, as well as Stem and Remix deck components. Open up a big filter and cut the bass, before switching decks and dropping a new kick without looking anywhere else.

Crate-diggers can hook up turntables to play their record store finds, as well as play digital tracks with built-in DVS support.

Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3 DJ Controller + Traktor Pro 3 Full Version
$945.39
  • Large motorized jog wheels
  • 3 Mode ‘Haptic Drive’ feedback
  • High-Res colour displays
  • Mixer FX, choose from 8 FX & 3 Filter types
  • Includes the brand new Traktor Pro 3 software

New Haptic Drive™ motorized jog wheels transmit cue points, loop markers, and more directly to DJs’ fingertips.

Estimated restock 25/03/2024  Estimated restock 25/03/2024
$945.39$1,058.99
$945.39

Recommended Bundles

Bundle
Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3, Mackie CR3X, Laptop Stand & Headphones
$440.51
  • Large smooth precision jog wheels
  • Mixer FX, instant one-knob FX/filter control per channel
  • 16 RGB pads for triggering Hotcues, Loops or Samples
  • 24-bit / 44.1 kHz audio interface
  • Includes the brand new Traktor Pro 3 software

Includes Traktor Pro 3 Full Version & Traktor DJ 2 for Desktop & iPad

Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch  Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch
$440.51$516.86
$440.51
Bundle
Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S3, Mackie CR3X, Laptop Stand & Headphones
$629.84
  • Large (14 cm / 5.5”) precision jog wheels
  • 4-Channel club-standard layout with identical deck design, 4-channel mixer, long pitch faders, and dual deck control
  • Illuminated jog wheel ring for visual feedback including deck selection
  • 16 RBG pads for triggering Hotcues, loops, and samples
  • 3-band EQs with modelling of industry-standard mixer EQs

Includes Traktor Pro 3 Full Version & Traktor DJ 2 for Desktop & iPad

Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch  Only 1 in stock, immediate despatch
$629.84$744.05
$629.84
Bundle
Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3, Mackie CR3X, Laptop Stand & Headphones
$1,071.61
  • Large motorized jog wheels
  • 3 Mode ‘Haptic Drive’ feedback
  • High-Res colour displays
  • Mixer FX, choose from 8 FX & 3 Filter types
  • Includes the brand new Traktor Pro 3 software

New Haptic Drive™ motorized jog wheels transmit cue points, loop markers, and more directly to DJs’ fingertips.

Estimated restock 25/03/2024  Estimated restock 25/03/2024
$1,071.61$1,236.31
$1,071.61
Bundle
NI Traktor Kontrol S4 MK3 DJ System + Scratch DVS Timecode Vinyls
$983.25
  • Large motorized jog wheels
  • 3 Mode ‘Haptic Drive’ feedback
  • DVS software & timecode vinyls included
  • Mixer FX, choose from 8 FX & 3 Filter types
  • Includes the brand new Traktor Pro 3 software

DVS system for Traktor Pro 3

Estimated restock 25/03/2024  Estimated restock 25/03/2024
$983.25$1,122.07
$983.25

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