Adding Akai APC-40 to my Traktor setup

[mlektra]

Adding Akai APC-40 to my Traktor setup

Hi guys, I want to add an Akai APC-40 to my actual Traktor setup (mixing with Pioneer DJM-T1 mixer/controller).

I am doing main things with the DJM but I want to use the APC to add some stuff that are not in the DJM-T1 field. Like enter loop or set multiples cue points or extend effects control, etc.

I have read this : Set-Up Multiple Controllers In Traktor - DJ TechTools

but not sure what to do to not have conflict between the 2 controllers. And, I don’t really have a .tsi file for the APC. I will decide on the spot what to assign.

thanks for the help!

[Citizen_Insane]

Welcome to the forums!

If you’re worried about conflict between the controllers, the first thing to do is make sure that they’re using different MIDI channels so you don’t have any conflict there. Mapping the APC in Traktor shouldn’t be too much of a problem, but planning out the mapping before going about actually mapping it definitely makes things a lot easier.

[Stewe]

Also the multiple mapping devices. You can add as many devices you want and port it to correct controllers. Wouldn’t have to worry about conflict with channels as long as each midi controller has it’s own set of 8 modifiers.

[mlektra]

Thanks guys but I am still confuse. Actually my setup include the Pioneer DJM-T1 setup.

like this :

I know I have to enter the new configuration in CONTROLLER MANAGER > DEVICE > ADD > IMPORT.

But actually I just want to be able to use a LEARN feature while both my main PIONEER mixer/controller and my APC 40 are connected to build a new tsi file. for the APC 40. What would be a step-by-step to do that?

In a nutshell, I just want to be able to add more control to my traktor setup using my APC that is doing nothing actually except collecting dust.

thanks

[mlektra]

bump.

[sarasin]

They told you how to do it.

Connect your APC and make sure it being seen in Traktor.

Then use Learn function as you wish.

I am pretty sure you need to add it in Device Manager, however. Then save the lot as a TSI.

Simple.

[Patch]

I can see the APC40 being a LOT of fun with Traktor. Momentary FX, set size looping, beat jumps, etc…

Definitely worth learning how to map properly.

[sarasin]

Yeah, its how I roll when I use Traktor and Controller.

However, I use the APC80. So in essence, its like what the OP is wanting to do really.
2 Devices…1 TSI.

I would not advise mapping a device WHILE you are playing.

[Patch]

2 Devices…1 TSI

I’ve done this too. It’s great - it means that a modifier can “modify” controls on both controllers!

[Stewe]

1. Install your pioneer .tsi file by using the big import button - this will overwrite all existing mappings and import the one you’re using with your T1. Set MIDI in-port Out-port to display DJM-T1 here so this device/mapping would only communicate to your mixer!
2. Check Device Menu section of the controller manager and click on Add… > New Generic Midi - This step will create a new place for start adding commands on your APC. Don’t forget to set In/Out ports of this second device to display your APC so those both mappings couldn’t conflict in MIDI.

[mlektra]

thanks guys. worked well. So now, what if I want to save this configuration? Need to export?

also, there’s mapping I did that work for 2 min and not working after. Other that are always working. there’s could be a conflit between channels?

[Stewe]

@mlektra

thanks guys. worked well. So now, what if I want to save this configuration? Need to export?

Yups!

@mlektra

also, there’s mapping I did that work for 2 min and not working after. Other that are always working. there’s could be a conflit between channels?

Please give us some more input on this. Perhaps you can do a quick vid demonstrating this issue - would help sort it out for you.

[mlektra]

@Stewe

Please give us some more input on this. Perhaps you can do a quick vid demonstrating this issue - would help sort it out for you.

Ok. Let me prepare this.

[mlektra]

Ok, what thing I have notice is, in my AKAI configuration, there’s stuff that is working, and stuff that is not working anymore, even if there’s a configuration setted in the controller mapping preferences. I have put in BLUE what is not working :

AKAI CONFIGURATION

And this is the Pionner configuration, which is working all well. No problem with it.

PIONEER Configuration

I see that Pionner configuration is all setted on Channel 1. And the the AKAI is on mixed Channel. Thing is that when I’ve setted up the Akai config, I only pressed on the LEARN button so I’m not sure how to put all them on a specific channel or even if it is possible.

Thanks for the help!