The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol X1 is the first official Traktor controller for use with any DJ software. The Traktor Kontrol X1 Controller provides super-intuitive control over Traktor´s looping, syncing and effects. With precision designed knobs and plug & play functionality. This sleek DJ-Controller is the perfect hardware for all traktor vesions. Whether you are a DVS timecode or software DJ, simply connect the Traktor Kontrol X1 to a computer running Traktor (or other performance software) and gain instant control of your decks and effect parameters. Robust rotary knobs with a heavy-duty feel and backlit buttons provide precise visual and tactile status feedback- letting you delve deep inside Traktor without having to touch your computer. Bi-directional communication with TRAKTOR via Native Instruments’ high resolution protocol gives the hardware a smoother and more precise feel compared to regular MIDI controllers. All buttons and knobs have been pre-mapped for optimum TRAKTOR use but can be re-configured in any way you like. TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 can also be used as a MIDI controller for any software as well as expanded with a second unit to control four decks and four FX units. Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol X1 comes with a powerful selection of software to get you mixing and making music straight out of the box. The included software consists of the Traktor LE DJ-Software and Kore 2 Player & Kore Insturment. TRAKTOR LE makes it easy to mix your digital music files. This convenient DJ software offers two playback decks, a 2-channel mixer, and more. If you produce your own music, the included KORE 2 PLAYER offers 600 MB of production-ready sounds for use in any sequencer. Traktor X1 Kontrol is suitable for any Traktor setup - from a software-only setup with just a laptop to a comprehensive digital vinyl setup with Traktor Scratch DUO / PRO. TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 is also an flexible MIDI controller for Serato Scratch Live™ users. Thanks to the included SSL MIDI assignment and a printed overlay in the packaging, TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 can be used right out of the box with your Serato setup. Not only does it perfectly complement your setup, it makes it even more powerful! Plus, Serato users can get started right away without having to make any tedious assignments manually.
Features:
• Designed by the creators of TRAKTOR for perfect software integration • Plug and play - instant recognition by TRAKTOR with no setup required • Precision designed high-end buttons, knobs and encoders • Software controlled backlit buttons for comprehensive visual feedback • Lightweight, robust housing with slim, ultra-portable form factor - fits perfectly alongside a standard club mixer • Super-intuitive loop and cue control section • 8 knobs and 8 buttons for simultaneous access to all effect parameters of both decks • Push encoders for browsing and loading tracks to each deck instantly • Expandable - connect two X1s to control four decks • Compatible – incl. MIDI templates for controlling other DJ and performance software
Hardware-Detail-Features:
• Traktor Kontrol X1 stands out with exceptionally high quality workmanship. With meticulous attention to detail, the knobs and buttons have been designed for maximum accuracy and precision in both look and feel • Seamlessly adjustable LED brightness adapts to any environment from bright daylight to the darkest club • Button off glow for reading button labels in absolute darkness • All buttons feature backlights in multiple colors for ease of use. FX buttons: orange. Transport buttons: blue MIDI mode: green. Shift + Hotcue buttons: white • Bi-directional communication with TRAKTOR using NHL (Native Hardware Library). The NHL protocol features resolution that is almot 4 times that of regular MIDI • Calibration wizard precisely and individually defines mid-point of each knob • The controller is pre-mapped by the makers of TRAKTOR, with the option to freely customize any individual part. Tweak the defaults or reconfigure the mapping entirely to your preferred workflow.Two controller overlays for alternative mappings / assignments are already included: one with the pre-configured mappings for Serato Scratch Live™, one blank overlay for marking your own assignments • Included powerful MIDI configuration software provides templates for various applications and gives access to advanced features such as encoder step size, note up/down encoder messages and more • Fully hot-pluggable in TRAKTOR. The X1 runs the instant you connect it to your computer with TRAKTOR running. If the USB connection is accidentally disconnected TRAKTOR continues to play unaffected. Simply plug the X1 back in and it's good to go again
Technical Data:
• System Requirements: - Windows: Windows® XP (SP2, 32 bit), Vista (SP1, 32 bit, 64 bit), Windows 7 (32 bit, 64 bit), Pentium IV or Athlon 1.4 GHz (SSE1), 1 GB RAM - Mac: Mac OS® X 10.5, Mac OS® X 10.6, G4 1,4 GHz or Intel®Core™ Duo 1.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM - General: Monitor with 1024 x 768 screen resolution, USB 2.0, DVD drive • Dimensions: - Dimensions: 4.7" (120 mm) x 2" (52 mm) x 11.5" (294 mm) - Weight: 1.5 lb (691 grams) • Power Supply: via USB 2.0 interface, 5V 500mA bus power. No additional power supply or battery is needed.
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