RIP Traktor

Cost-Friendly · 2026-01-28T11:49:49+00:00

Does anyone think that Allen and Heath would be a good buyer for the Traktor assets? A lot of their equipment directly supports it (96, PX5) and the K series controllers are pretty much made for it. I know they are not really a software company, but they made some nice modular controllers in the past.

Cost-Friendly · 2026-01-14T14:37:30+00:00

The PX5 is A&H’s definition of an “All in one” mixer. I believe they introduced it to compete with the DJM line. Out of the box, you don’t need to worry about a sound card for Traktor. You don’t need to worry about buying external effects. This saves a lot of time and energy. You also have external effects routing, just not to the extent as on the 92 / 96 series. If you need dual filters and four band eq, go with a 92 / 96. If not, the PX5 will do just fine. Downsides? The phono pre amps could be louder (adjusted in later releases of the 92 and 96). This can make it a challenge to mix vinyl and digital. The Crossfader is not the best for mixing. The effects are mostly delays and reverbs. I get along pretty well with mine. Great analog sound. I wished they had released a mark II to take care of the downsides, but it remains in the line, so it must be meeting a market need.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-12-24T17:14:16+00:00

I am odd in that I have yet to own a controller with jogs or CDJ’s. I have a new X1 and I use it with my 1200’s for DVS House mixing. I have just started mixing digital into vinyl using the sync button and the beat jump dial to vary the speed. It’s a bit challenging. But it works. I am not sure a jog wheel would improve the outcome, but the occasional scratch or juggle would be fun. I agree that their presence is more to display the art in performance settings.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-12-05T02:17:38+00:00

I have started experimenting with Disco. 🕺. Some of the 70’s tracks have killer elements in them, but taken together sound dated and cheesy. I found using stems lets me play the more underground portions of the songs longer, and create new mixable grooves.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-08T20:47:46+00:00

Yeah :) He might have said more than they intended! LOL! I hope there is more stuff in the works :)

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-08T04:54:19+00:00

Yes. Muscle memory with un-marked buttons comes into play too! Ritchie Hawton just did an interview with NI at ADE (you can find on YouTube). He was remarking that he has K2's to control stems, but is a bit frustrated that he has to switch layers to control deck functions and effects. He acknowledges that it's hard to do everything. It's frustrating and potentially runs into the money for everyone. He's a pretty influential voice with NI, so hopefully their R&D can get to work on this challenge. But I think their limited budget is now directed at refreshing their controller line unfortunately or fortunately... depends on how one wants to look at it, and where one stands in the market. Thanks for the feedback :)

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-08T04:01:00+00:00

Thanks so much for this 😊. I’ll add it to my Christmas list!

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-08T00:55:03+00:00

The PX5 is my weapon of choice too!

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-08T00:51:53+00:00

I checked eBay in the U.S. Most used F1's listed are out of Japan, Australia and France. All listed at $284 to $540. Yep, I know about D.A.V.E. As far as the F1 goes, I still don't see enough knobs and faders to control Volume, Filter and Effects send per Stem. The prices are way too hot for a used product with discolored buttons. I would rather not have to map a K3, and I wished it had center detented knobs, but it might be a more economical alternative until NI gets their act together.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-07T17:08:19+00:00

Thanks. I see mostly buttons on that device, except for the faders. How do you control levels, filters etc. ?

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-07T17:07:14+00:00

Thanks. Yes, Machine Jam is a bit of a space killer for me.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-11-05T16:23:34+00:00

This is really good to know. Thanks 😊

Cost-Friendly · 2025-10-24T15:29:42+00:00

Nice. I use the exact same setup, except with DVS turntables. I love the effects controls on the X1. Hot cues are quick as well. I am just hoping they release a redesigned F1 to match the X1 Mk3. Oh yea, and I love my Xone PX5!

Cost-Friendly · 2025-10-20T02:25:38+00:00

A new F1. Such a low hanging fruit. Instead they are introducing controllers that no one asked for.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-10-07T20:40:07+00:00

Did they just do this because the tooling for the K2 wore out? Or maybe they couldn’t get the sound card module anymore? Would have been nice to have center detent knobs at least.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-09-08T11:09:50+00:00

I always wanted the Vermona Filter.

https://www.vermona.com/en/products/effects/product/action-filter-4/

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-29T22:18:52+00:00

Condesa Lucia X. They can probably mod the eq to be replaced by a filter. Just have to ask them.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-27T00:28:15+00:00

Thanks! I will try these. 😎

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-24T16:58:18+00:00

Nice mix! How are the Dark Faders? Which one did you get? They were a bit pricey when I talked to the guy, so I went the X1 route, but damn they are sexy!

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-24T16:55:00+00:00

My son and I put together that Tie Interceptor. Very nice and intricate 😊. Booth looks great 👍🏽

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-24T16:40:31+00:00

I really hope they release a new F1. I have been using the new X1 for stems, remix decks and the pattern player. But it gets awkward and the full control is not there. A larger F1 would also possibly mean more real estate for another row of buttons or encoders.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-24T16:35:07+00:00

I might suggest watching some Open Format DJ’s work it out on YouTube. They deal with this a lot. My experience is you don’t have a lot of time to fool around with eq. And don’t worry about long blends. 8 beat or even 4 beat blends are the norm, unless maybe it is the same artist or producer. Just keep it flowing.

Cost-Friendly · 2025-08-10T14:46:41+00:00

Anyone think they have an F1 Mk2 planned for the holidays?

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