When checking bad sounds, you will have to follow the signal and check each part of the signal chain.
1 - audio file
At least 256kb better 320kb compression. Best: get flac. Also make sure that the file is not overcompressed (if the waveform looks like cut with a knife, it's compressed like sh*t)
2 - Traktor Deck Settings
all EQs to normal, Filter in center. Set gain so that the meter LEDs are moving but no orange/red
3 - S2 Main
Make sure the master out is up, at 12 o'clock.
4 - Cable
tricky, best is to get brand names (i.e. monster cables) and get it in a trusted store (I'm shopping on thomann.de)
5 - Speaker
Set all knobs to center/default.
Other things to check:
Code:
* don't connect RCA and Jack at the same time, this will half your signal
* change parts of the signal and see if it changes the sound
- switch back to your previous amp/speaker setup and optimize the signal chain for best sound
(e.g. best file quality)
- reset traktor settings
* make sure no other audio software or audio tool is running on your computer
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