Native Instruments Traktor Pro 2

Native Instruments Traktor pro 2 is a bundle that I knew that I needed to get because I have several of Native Instruments products and software’s. All of the products that they produce are very easy to use and have a great quality about them. The Traktor Pro 2 is a complete system that will take care of all of your DJ needs. The Traktor Pro 2 will get you mixing great songs and putting together great mixes for clubs your friends and family right away, basically as soon as you get it out of the box.


GETTING STARTED

I did need to manual though just because this system was a lot different then some of the other bundles that I have gotten from Native instruments. It required a little reading on my part but there where no issues after I figured a few things out. I had no compatibility problems when installing it on my dual core pc running windows vista with service pack 2.


SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

Some of the cool things about this is that you can synce it right up to your ipod! So you can get right the some of you r favorite and popular songs right away. I am also pretty sure it can sync right up with iTunes to purchase songs or download free promo songs. I havent used the Itunes features yet. The built in mixer has multiple eq filter types and it will give you total control over your whole project and mixing.


OVERALL OPINION

Overall, great software, before I purchased it I was thinking “Is this really going to work?, Being that I love hardware so much? “ But after using it, I had no issues with this software hardware integration. I highly recommen this to anyone who wants to be a DJ! I am really happy with my purchase and would do It again knowing what I know now I will make sure other people purchase this too!

For different machines, it is a core duo 2007 sour seven 32 bit machines more recent (core I7).

I used with one basic controller (hercules rmx) but most often connected to my external mixer. VMC 002

GETTING STARTED

The installation is very simple.

However, to fully know all of subitilités traktor, it takes time.

However, this is precisely the point of this software loaded options and customizable.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

Most often used with audio DJ2, I also tested with my sound card hercules rmx and MAYA 44 SE. IN any asio sound card works perfectly.

Performance is good even on older machines and do not need to talk about in a generation Core i3/i5/i7 mobile.

This software is heavy, but it still runs well on older machines. It is advisable to scan all these mp3 on very old machines before mixing, ca allow to prevent the CPU is exceeded in case of intense activity

OVERALL OPINION

So I since version 2.1 and I bought 2.5 and now I'm still in 2.6

I especially mixes classic way, I do not like playing around with effects, sampler etc..

Despite a mix classic style, this software is almost perfect.

This is the only software that integrates several types of EQ connnus brands like Pioneer, Ecler, Allen and Health ...

I especially chosen for its very wide going great with my vestax, the two people together really well.

This is a software that can be used in several scenarios (internal = external controller = noon and mixer)

For 75 euros it is almost free.

I tested Mixvibes, Cross, Mixxx, Virtual DJ 7, and just for the Traktor worth the detour.

Although I adore this app, always prefer the mix on a mixer for analog sound.

For me a controller midi + + external soundcard mixer is the best config possible. Provided that the three elements are good

What characteristics have motivated your choice?
Effects, 8 hot cues and the possibility to mix 4 decks.

For what purpose?
MIx with Native Instruments Kontrol X1.

With which instruments or systems (console, preamp, DtD ...) you use it and how connections? ...
A Native Instruments Kontrol X1, a Pioneer Djm 400 Denon DNS-1000 two.

What is your config (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Hard, ...)?
Sony Vaio i3-370M 2.27 GHz, 500 GB HDD, 4GB RAM, Windows 7 64 bit.

GETTING STARTED

The installation is done it without problems?
Yes.

Have you encountered any incompatibilities?
No.

The general configuration is easy?
Yes, but you still need to master the "basics" of this type of software.

The manual is clear and sufficient? ...
Yes.

SUITABILITY/PERFORMANCE

What is the configuration of your computer? (Motherboard / CPU / Ram / Disk / sound card ..)
Sony Vaio i3-370M 2.27 GHz, 500 GB HDD, 4GB RAM, Windows 7 64-bit sound card and Mixvibes U46MK2.

The software works he correctly on this configuration?
Yes.

What is performance? (If quantifiable)
Good.

This software + hardware is stable?
Yes.

OVERALL OPINION

How long have you been using?
I used 1 year.

What is so special that you like most and least?
Most:
- Effects.
- The 8 hot cues.
- Mixer 4 decks.

Cons:
- The mapping rather tedious but complete.

Did you try many other models before buying it?
Yes, Mixvibes Cross Pack.

How do you rate the quality / price?
I got offered with my Kontrol X1, the value was so unbeatable!

With experience, you do again this choice? ...
Yes, totally!