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Traktor

Traktor is DJ software developed by Native Instruments. It is also used as a sub-brand for Native Instruments' associated DJ hardware products.

This article is about the DJ software. For the Russian arena, see Traktor Ice Arena. For the song by rapper Wretch 32, see Traktor (song). For the type of vehicle, see Tractor.

Developer(s)

Native Instruments

2000 (2000)

3.10.0 / September 14, 2023 (2023-09-14)

OpenGL 2.1 or higher

macOS Big Sur, macOS Monterey, Windows 10, Windows 11

1 GB HD Space

Digital DJ Software, Vinyl emulation software

Proprietary

www.native-instruments.com/en/products/dj/traktor

4 virtual for audio playback[12]

decks

Automatic and grid-alignment of tracks[13]

beat detection

Automatic synchronization of tracks, including phase alignment options[13]

tempo

and looping[14]

Sampling

Effects (such as filter, , and delay)[15]

flanger

displays for visual mixing[14]

Waveform

detection for tracks[16]

Key

A 4-channel mixer (one for each virtual deck) for controlling relative levels and frequencies (via multiple & filter models[17])[12]

equalizer

Automatic control[18]

gain

Real-time track management with [19][20]

incremental search

browsing[17]

Artwork

and iTunes synchronization options[21]

iOS

Integrated recorder, supporting internal and external audio input

[22]

Support for multiple controllers and mappings[23]

MIDI

MIDI clock functionality to synchronize external hardware

[24]

Support for Link, to synchronize across multiple devices[25]

Ableton

Core functionality supported by Traktor includes the following:

Variations of Traktor[edit]

Native Instruments also offers lower-priced version of the Traktor software, known as Traktor Duo. Duo features only 2 virtual decks (compared to the 4 available in the regular version), a single 3-band EQ for each channel, and six effects.[26]


The company have also released Traktor Scratch Pro and Traktor Scratch Duo, which contain the same respective features as their standalone counterparts, along with additional Digital Vinyl System (DVS) functionality, allowing control for timecoded CDs & vinyl.[27][28]


The entry-level version of the software is known as Traktor LE. It is sometimes bundled with third-party DJ controllers.[27]


A version of Traktor is also available for iOS smartphone & tablet devices. It is known as Traktor DJ.[29]


On August 17, 2010, Native Instruments also released Traktor Pro S4, a new version of the software specialized for their new Traktor Kontrol S4 hardware.[30]

Traktor Kontrol S2 - The entry-level all-in-one Traktor Controller. A two-deck, 2-channel controller that has had MK1, MK2, and MK3 variations.

Traktor Kontrol S4 - A four-deck controller that has gone through 3 variations. MK1 included cue points, plastic jog wheels, and soundcard included. MK2 upgraded to an aluminum jog wheel, and added RGB cue point buttons and a Flux Mode toggle button. MK3 added a small HD display for more information, and motorized jog wheels with haptic feedback features.

Traktor Kontrol S5 - With touch strips and LCD displays similar to the Traktor Kontrol S8, but with less functionality.

Traktor Kontrol S8 - The flagship touch strip Traktor controller, with LCD displays, four-deck control and on board soundcard.

Traktor Kontrol F1 - A single deck controller with 16 RGB pads to access all loops and samples available on one page of Traktor's remix deck.

Traktor Kontrol X1 - A simple cue point-based controller

Traktor Kontrol Z1 - A two-channel mixer compatible with both Traktor Pro and the Traktor DJ iOS app.

Traktor Kontrol Z2 - A 2-channel DJ mixer for Traktor Scratch software, with hot cue and remix buttons for turntablists and scratching enthusiasts.

Traktor Kontrol D2 (discontinued) - A single-deck controller similar to one section of the Traktor Kontrol S8. Includes 8 RGB pads, touch strip, LCD display, and controls for STEM audio files.

Traktor software can be controlled via hardware MIDI controllers. Native Instruments offers several controllers and mixers designed specifically for control of Traktor software:

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