Launchpad Mega Mapping with visual feedback

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If there are two .tsi’s then you are using the TraktorPad version. There is a Read Me with instructions for set up.

You need to install the MT Player ST.dmg (Mac). (.exe PC)
Copy the Bomes folder to documents
Open the MT Player assign ports
Then open Traktor and import the .tsi
The In an Out ports for the .tsi should be assigned to MT Player ST 1 and not Launchpad

I will make and install video and write better dock when finished but hopefully the PDF in the download will be sufficient to help you get it set up. (it’s worth the effort :slight_smile:

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Damn, I’ve followed the instructions to the letter and still nothing there

I can now see midi activity from within Traktor so it knows I’m pushing them buttons :slight_smile:

Just cant work out why there is nothing mapped when I import the .tsi - Have tried re-downloading the file but the same thing happened :disappointed:

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Sounds like you are close.

Pressing Session User1 and Mixer will bring up blank screens. You need to press User2 to access the Traktor presets.

I installed it on 3 Mac’s at work yesterday so I’m pretty sure you should be able to get it working.

Here are some things to check…

First exit all and open them in this order

  1. Connect Launchpad
  2. Open MT Player ST
  3. Open Traktor

Things to check:-

  1. Make sure soundcard prefs are set and working too
  2. Make sure both .tsi’s are set to MT Player ST 1 for IN and OUT ports
  3. Make sure you have selected the TraktorPad preset in MT Player ST
  4. Check User/Documents/Bomes Midi Translator/Player ST folder exists with 3 files

Did you select Ports in the Port Chooser - They come up automatically when you run for the first time? There are two drop down boxes on a small green window.

If all the above fails you may have assigned the ports incorrectly. You can right click on MT Player and select Midi Settings to reconfigure. Select Port each Name from the drop down box and match in the Midi Port below. See Table. If the OK is greyed out the use Cancel - It means it was mapped correctly.

Good Luck!!! let me know how you go

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You’re right - I’m so bloody close its driving me nuts! LOL

Here is what I see in Controller Manager (notice no mappings)

MT Player correctly shows TraktorPad (I’m assuming the * showing is ok?)

One thing I have now noticed though is that I cant see the Bomes 1 Virtual OUT on the MIDI port assignment config…could this be the problem?

Really appreciate your help with this Rishi, I’m determined to get this sorted as it looks like it this is EXACTLY what I need to make my launchpad a bit of usable plastic at last :slight_smile:

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Ok so there is def a problem with your .tsi import.

Try importing it again but use the import button down the bottom near setup wizard instead of the Add button underneath the Device drop down

MT TraktorPad is correct. Asterix is ok.

Make sure
Port Name: IN: Bome’s Midi Translator 1 Virtual IN
is matched with
MIDI IN PORT: MT Player ST 1 Virtual IN

In the next update that shouldnt appear, but it is fine the way it is.

I am almost finished the next page - FX for 4 Decks’n’4FX.

Let me know how you go. To me its pretty clear the .tsi is the problem from what you have shown me.

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Same thing happened :disappointed:

Yep, those are set correctly

Have tried downloading it a few times, and no difference. Also checked importing a few other .tsi’s (Katapult ect) and they worked fine

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Sheeeiiiiiit!!!

Send me a PM with your address and I will email you a zip of the package I loaded onto some other computers.

You are on a Mac?

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PM sent

Thanks buddy, and yes, I’m on a mac

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Sent you the new installer

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i haven’( bome virtual out, just bome virtual in…
don’t work for me (windows 7 user)

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Thats fine. The ones we use are MT Player ST Virtial IN and OUT. Here’s how it looks here.

446×267 24.2 KB

For some reason peeps arent seeing the content of the .tsi appear in Traktor and I dont know why.

I am using 1.2.6 and I have read peeps having probs with loading .tsi’s with older versions especially if before1.2.4

PS: I havent installed it on a PC yet but I cant see why it wouldnt work.

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I am VERY pleased to confirm that you need to be running version 1.2.6 for the mapping to work

Thanks to Rishi for persevering with me on this. Big up to you buddy!! :smiley::smiley::smiley::smiley:

Now off to have some fun

I’ll report in soon..

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Thanks for persevering with my mapping!!!

I have just finished work on the FX page and the fun screensaver page. Will post more details soon.

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mapping

Hello Rishi,
Im damm interested in giving your template a go, but when I go to the link and click Live Pad , it says coming soon. Any word when the download will be back up?
Ed

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Soon :slight_smile:

TraktorPad is pretty much ready just want make a video

LivePad is for ableton and still needs some work

ScratchPad is for Serato but designed to be a tool to work with the Bridge.

I will put TraktorPad back up in the next day or so.

Were you interested in the Traktor or Ableton one?

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Well this has taken me a wee bit longer than I hoped to post a reply but I’ve been playing with TraktorPad for the last week and I have to say I’m really impressed. I’ve used Ableton up until recently but am fast becoming a convert to Traktor, although I do hope to combine the two in the not too distant future..

So what is it like? For me, its pretty much fantastic - The Launchpad is the only controller I have right now until I can decide between S4/New Denon / Xone DX. I’ve been using MidiKatapult (which I paid for) and that was a usable tool but absolutely needed mouse and Launchpad. Rishi’s Traktorpad (which is free) on the other hand, IMHO beats MidiKatapult hands down…by a mile! I can use it to control pretty much everything and the way Rishi has mapped it, I don’t even have a wish to move anything around right now.

I only have 3 (very) minor gripes:

(1) The open/close tree function only opens, it doesn’t close it and I think, going by the graphic, that it should also close it - It fine if you want to load a track because it then goes back to the deck view but if you need to have a quick look back at how long the playing track has to go you cant (my sole mouse click)

(2) The faders on the mixer page are just a bit too quick for my liking but you can overcome that by tapping the buttons

(3) No crossfader - this is down to personal preference again (and the fact that my wee stubby fingers aren’t so great at multitasking:roll_eyes:slight_smile:

Any bugs spotted? Well yes, I think so, but I can’t recreate it and it’s only happened 3 times. While bringing the fader on deck B down slowly, by tapping it, the track started stopping and starting as I tapped. Weird but I have been trying to recreate for the past 2 hours and it hasn’t done it…

My Launchpad was basically a block of plastic with Traktor and now it’s turned into a cracking piece of kit

Take a bow for your hard work Rishi - I love this and it’s defo easing my pain right now while I wait and see what peeps think of the S4 when it comes out so I can decide what to get

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Thanks for testing Aviator.

In response to your minor gripes

  1. I have fixed the browser issue. You can use the shift button to close. Load a track will also close.

  2. I have slowed the fader speed and increased resolution for greater control. I like better this way so thanks for that suggestion. Feels like more precise control.

  3. Happy to consider the X-Fader idea - perhaps peeps could suggest a spot for this as I cant see it working in current state.

The new version includes

  1. The 4 Deck Control Page (like 4 Midi Fighters)
  2. The Mixer Page
  3. The FX Page for complete control of 4 FX on 4 Decks
  4. The Screen Saver page - for fun and keeping meddling hands off your kit :slight_smile:

I am also waiting for the S4 with baited breath but I would like to think that TraktorPad will still have a role to play just like a midi fighter can add some value to your DJ experience- giving you extra control and features. It gives me the best of all worlds for whatever gig type I have

  1. Internal mode - DJ with just your Launchpad
  2. External mode- DJ with your Launchpad and a DJ mixer
  3. Combined mode - DJ with your S4 and Launchpad for maximum kontrol!!!

DOwnload here:
http://soundtemple.com.au/mt-traktorpad.php

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[quote=“rishi, post:37, topic:14759, username:rishi”]
Thanks for testing Aviator.

In response to your minor gripes

  1. I have fixed the browser issue. You can use the shift button to close. Load a track will also close.

  2. I have slowed the fader speed and increased resolution for greater control. I like better this way so thanks for that suggestion. Feels like more precise control.

  3. Happy to consider the X-Fader idea - perhaps peeps could suggest a spot for this as I cant see it working in current state.

The new version includes

  1. The 4 Deck Control Page (like 4 Midi Fighters)
  2. The Mixer Page
  3. The FX Page for complete control of 4 FX on 4 Decks
  4. The Screen Saver page - for fun and keeping meddling hands off your kit :slight_smile:

I am also waiting for the S4 with baited breath but I would like to think that TraktorPad will still have a role to play just like a midi fighter can add some value to your DJ experience- giving you extra control and features. It gives me the best of all worlds for whatever gig type I have

  1. Internal mode - DJ with just your Launchpad
  2. External mode- DJ with your Launchpad and a DJ mixer
  3. Combined mode - DJ with your S4 and Launchpad for maximum kontrol!!!

DOwnload here:
http://soundtemple.com.au/mt-traktorpad.php
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Sorry man. This version is MAC. I should have mentioned that. I can easily make it PC compatible just haven’t got to it yet.

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i’ll wait pc compatible version,
and if possible made on traktor 1.24/1.25
(1.26 bug on my pc)