Traktor Z1

http://www.djtechtools.com/2013/06/1...raktor-dj-pro/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QXaD3...layer_embedded

Knew they were going to bring out a Traktor DJ controller, but I didn't expect this.

Didn't expect it either. NI clearly understand the need for modular controllers :)

Oh my god... PLEASE tell me this works with normal Traktor and not just iOS?

EDIT: Just watched the video. FUCK YES.

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Originally Posted by NoizeImpact

Didn't expect it either. NI clearly understand the need for modular controllers :)

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This!!

and i think we all knew they were up to something, but this is far from what was expected!

But couldn't make a 4 channel controller???? I would get this in a heartbeat to replace my A&H K2 it was. sigh...

want 4 channels?

buy two.

i can see the signature:

MB Pro, Traktor Pro 2.6, Two Kontrol Z1's, an X1 and an F1

good move, who would have thought they would ever listen to their customers... and just in time for behringer to release the MM1

^ haha thats a good point synthe1c

Hmmm, was debating an S4/S2 for a while, but I think this paired with my Maschine might be useful...

...no?

I made a post on here a while ago suggesting something similar to this, good job NI, about time!

Charging the iPad in use; dammit I'm getting one

The plastic gloss faceplate is a bit of a disappointment.

This is what I wanted when the X1 first came out. Then I got DVS.

But for the beat gridded, sample using, effects driven DJ, it's just brilliant. Big up to NI.

mmmmmmmmmmmmm :thumbup:

I'm surprised I'm the first to point out the lack of innofaders....

well it does look really nice, but the only place i can see this being used is when you play somewhere where they don't have a mixer installes. not really needed since i can already just bring my x1s (and soundcard if they don't have a pio-mixer at the venue, wich is what there is most of the time) and be good to go.
or am i missing something really important here?
also, not enough buttons to be remapped as a 2-channel midi controller...

pretty cool. For a while people used to use the faderfox and even the X-session. I could see this as an ultra portable setup with an X1.

Now would like to see modules with just transport controls and larger platters. They are taking it in a smart direction... DJs are working with different workflows these days, where modular setups work best

Game changer.

I assume I'll be forced to sync? That's disappointing, but I get it.

It's just a MIDI mixer with built-in two channel sound card. Use it how you like.

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Originally Posted by Volpe

well it does look really nice, but the only place i can see this being used is when you play somewhere where they don't have a mixer installes. not really needed since i can already just bring my x1s (and soundcard if they don't have a pio-mixer at the venue, wich is what there is most of the time) and be good to go.
or am i missing something really important here?
also, not enough buttons to be remapped as a 2-channel midi controller...

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You are indeed missing something. For $199, there's NO excuse for every club not to have one of these. Which means more and more people will be using Traktor.

It's a plastic MIDI controller. Clubs won't be picking these up.

You can achieve the same setup with an Audio 2/equivalent when at a club anyway.

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Originally Posted by makar1

It's a plastic MIDI controller. Clubs won't be picking these up.

You can achieve the same setup with an Audio 2/equivalent when at a club anyway.

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We get it. You don't like MIDI controllers.

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Originally Posted by mdcdesign

You are indeed missing something. For $199, there's NO excuse for every club not to have one of these. Which means more and more people will be using Traktor.

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I don't know what clubs you play at but there is almost no chance any club would buy one of these. It's definitely a cool as hell product but you won't see clubs adopting this as their installed gear.

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Originally Posted by mdcdesign

We get it. You don't like MIDI controllers.

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No, if you got it....it would say "We get it, not everyone uses midi controllers"

This is not revolutionary by any means. The shift that I see taking place is not so much the actual product, but the expansion of the iPad app.

Once the Ipad app allows me to use a mixer like a DJM900 for 4 channel control and allows me to run tracks off an external harddrive, then I'd totally make the shift to ipad DJing.

Till then it's CDJs or maybe XDJr1..... So sick of bringing a computer to shows

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Originally Posted by donstone

Once the Ipad app allows me to use a mixer like a DJM900 for 4 channel control and allows me to run tracks off an external harddrive, then I'd totally make the shift to ipad DJing.

Till then it's CDJs or maybe XDJr1..... So sick of bringing a computer to shows

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It's not aimed at clubs.

The big thing holding the app back is lack of external storage though. Although, I'm not sure why I would ever need to bring more than a few gigs of music anywhere other than a wedding.

I think the lack of MIDI transport controllers holds it back more than storage. An updated class compliant X1 would be a nice addition/accompaniment to the Z1.

it's just easier to keep your music all in one spot as opposed to having to worry about a storage limitation. if i have to limit myself to say 16gb or buy some crazy expensive ipad just to bring a decent amount of music it sucks. If I'm limited to 16gb that means I have to go into my library and make playlists for every single gig as opposed to have access to all my master playlists that are super organized already

I was just referring to the whole "it will be in every club comment" I agree it's not aimed for clubs,

this changes everything.... its a must have! this paired with an x1 and a midi fighter, is an unstoppable combo. i must say this REALLY puts the hurt on the midifighter mixer djtechtools was planing.....

also this is pretty valuable tool for on the go producers, who just want a small 24/96 sound card that doubles as a mixer.. Genius move NI

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Originally Posted by makar1

I think the lack of MIDI transport controllers holds it back

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It's for iPad users, and computer users who want to use it modular style with an X1 or F1 though. Although from a purely iPad perspective, for me it would've been perfect with the four cue buttons from the Z2 to use as transport/cues. - these are still functions I'd rather use as physical buttons.

I don't use software of any kind, so excuse my lack of insight. This is basically just a mixer, correct?

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Originally Posted by bieberatemytaco

This is basically just a mixer, correct?

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Yes and no. It's a MIDI controller laid out like a mixer, with a built-in soundcard. The Traktor software does the mixing.

$199? Take my money!!!

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Originally Posted by lethal_pizzle

Yes and no. It's a MIDI controller laid out like a mixer, with a built-in soundcard. The Traktor software does the mixing.

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So if you wanted a similar feeling to, say an S2, what would you use it in conjunction with? An X1? Isn't an X1 also a midi controller? I confusey. :lol:

eh, i don't see it as that much of a game changer, but i might be wrong

Boo internal mixing. Got me excited for a sec.

Nowwwww... Iffff.... NI somehow updates traktor to run two of these with 4 decks...now we have something!

its great for the ipad dj... and people who have gridded tracks and a x1 , f1...
doesnt do alot for the people with a proper mixer...



reminds me of djtechs controller...

http://www.djtechpro.com/uploads/Ima...jm101_01_l.jpg

its marmite device for me...
http://www.smokeyjoespizzas.co.uk/ek...me-11665-p.jpg
we want a z4!