I think it might be the Traktor S4 MK4.

I have been a DJ professionally around the world for 32 years. I work in so many different venues that I value choice and being stuck in any one system is no longer viable. I need:

- Platters (non-moving) but for the familiar design language that has always been there.
- Faders and buttons for ALL functions. (not looking to have to think of shifting/modifier buttons in the middle of gigs)
- 4 channel operation and faders.
- Some control of FX for each channel, and some control over stems (it's 2024 right?)
- A HIGH QUALITY SOUNDCARD.
- MIDI mode so it can be used with Serato, DJay Pro, and possibly Trakto Pro as well.

So what are the current contenders?
S4 MK3 - great (albeit aging) controller, but no midi mode, can only reliably be used in Traktor Pro.
Z1 Mk2 w/ X1 Mk3 - VERY nice looking and sound, but I don't feel like doing math or shift/modifiers keys all night on a gig.
Mixon 8 Pro - great controller, but not sure it can work in Traktor without a lot of annoying compromises.
S3 - plastic garbage controller... has functions but feels like it will fall apart, AND lousy sound card.
Pioneer stuff - The FLX10 is YUGE... it would work in a couple of the programs. But I just don't like the size. I do a LOT of gigs on the road.
Roland 707m - Great features, very little compatibility.

Anyway, outside of complaining (you know, cause this is an Internet forum), anyone else out there waiting for a new controller to show up at NAMM in January?