Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol X1 MkII DJ Controller

I love the controller and it is what I expected, looks really nice.-its plug and play as long as you have the required version of traktor.-knobs and buttons function perfectly-the touch strip works perfect, pitch bend its easy to control with it, and needle search is also really usefull-the browser knob also works perfect as they say, you touch it and its maximize the browser window, you release it and browser goes back to its size.Only thing I found weird is that the browser and loop encoders as any knob on a controller is detachable you can take it out if you pull it.the thing is that these are too loose, if you put the controller facing down they will fall.

No matter what your DJ needs are there is no way that adding an X1 to the mix will not make life easier. Simply put, this is one of the best transport controllers that I have ever used. A particularly amazing feature is the touchpad which is not featured on any of the more advanced traktor controllers like the Z2 or S4, which allows you to do live scratching very easily. Great for browsing and selecting music as well as useful with remix sets.

Won't really get into the details of how to use the Traktor Kontrol X1 because if you are seeking this product out, you should already be aware of its functionality and all that. I will say that if you are looking for a means to NOT have to touch or use your laptop/PC with your Digital DJ setup and you are currently using Traktor, this is the perfect solution. Solid design and feel, does not feel cheap. Debatable as far as functionality is concerned if you already down the MK1 version of this. Plug and play functionality (will require NI Traktor 2.6+) and customizable via Traktor and Control Editor. This DOES include a $50 voucher which will be delivered to your email once you have registered the device with Native Instruments.

Have been using the Audio 2 and a DJM 700 for quite a while, contemplating picking up the X1. This upgrade made my choice a no brainer and I picked up the X1 Mk2.Other than that this unit needs Traktor Pro 2.6.3 and does not come with bundled Traktor software, no gripes as far as performance goes. Ensure that you have Traktor 2.6.3 installed. Or pick up an Audio 2 for about a 100 bucks to get the softwareHave been using this with a DJM 700 and the Audio 2 and I must say, I rarely touch the computer now. The bigger and differently coloured cue / play buttons make them easy to differentiate amongst the darkest club environments. Selecting the filters / cue points is made easier with the workflow. Its definitely a breeze.Am considering adding the F1 to gain control over sample decks and this should make it an awesome system to use with an external mixer3 cheers to Traktor

Lower half extremely easy to use. Upper half has taken me time to learn and get the filter settings where I want them.

I love this for my Traktor setup!!!! I wanted something smaller (I own an S4) and I didn't want to get a full setup for smaller events. This has a lot of functionality for what it is and I like the touch-sensitive strips compared to not having those on the Mk I. Highly recommended.

Excellent product for Traktor. Great for beginners of perfect compliment for advanced DJs with larger setups. Durable buttons, excellent build and quality. The only con is getting used to the touch strips, but thats a matter of getting used to new setups. Overall great product.

I've been DJ'ing for a long time. Long enough that I remember when the first CDJs came out. So long before digital DJ'ing was a viable option compared to vinyl I was already very attached to my DJ mixer (Pioneer DJM series). The X1 controllers and traktor are a great way to make use of a full DJ mixer while keeping control of your digital media at your fingertips and not a mouse and keyboard. The mk2 is a substantial improvement over the originals as well. I was hesitant to make the transition, but I'm really glad I did.