Using cdjs with traktor s4 as mixer

[devonx702]

I am in the process of buying a pair of cdjs, i know that the s4 has its soundcard and i was wondering how i would go about running a pair of cdjs through it using it as a mixer. Any specific model i should be shooting for? I was looking at the 800s and i was wondering if that was ok. Also would i be able to use it as a standalone mixer or would i have to be using traktor pro scratch along with my laptop. Any information is much needed and appreciated since i am about a click away from buying them. Thanks djtt =D

[padi_04]

You can use them with timecode (if you buy the appropiate upgrade kit) or run the decks through Traktor in live mode.

THE KONTROL S4 IS NOT A STANDALONE MIXER, it's just a controller.

[devonx702]

ok and are there any specific models that i need to be looking for, like what are the difference between the 800 and 350s? and what exactly is running it through live mode. also i would need to upgrade to scratch pro since i only have traktor pro 2 right?

sorry for so many questions this is all still very new to me, also what would be the difference between using them with timecode or live mode?

[padi_04]

By using timecode you control Traktor with your cd players, in live mode you use music burned on cds or usb sticks and Traktor just acts as a mixer. Scout the CDJ and Vinyl subforum for recommendations, there are a bunch of threads on the matter.

You only need to upgrade if you want timecode capability, it's irrelevant in the second case.

[devonx702]

thanks man and cdj 800 mk2s work fine for this?

[padi_04]

Yup

[devonx702]

thanks for your help man, appreciate it =D

[padi_04]

No worries

[psyEDk]

i never understood this - why would you use cdjs with timecode?
you might as well either burn off your tracks to cd or just stick with internal traktor and plug straight into a mixer channel.
timecode vinyl at least lets you scratch your tracks and get a lot more hands on with your mixing, but timecode cd is halfway between both worlds without offering the best of either.

[mwn11]

Think its more suitable for Club dj's, turn up and current dj rocking on cdjs, plug in the audio * and you laptop, insert timecodes and off you go.. being able to use all of traktors software.