![]() ![]() We are somewhat concerned about the size, and heft of such a unit, but the level of feedback and control is significantly greater than the existing portable options. At one point in the stream during Uner’s set we got a look at something interesting, and will leave it up to you to speculate on what this means in the comments…ĭepending on the price, this could be the controller that gets many newer DJs off the S4/S2 fence and moves them over to a modern workflow without having to shell out $1.1k on a full S8. The screens and integrated remix deck controls are very convenient but probably not worth losing a customized workflow. If this controller is locked down like the S8, and we suspect it will be due to the screens, then many pro users might not adopt it. The mapping question is a big unknown and our sources have been mum on a response. What will it be called? (S2 is already taken – S1?) According to Uner’s Facebook page it’s the Kontrol D2.Is this intended to replace the X1 series of controllers ( we hope not)?.Can it be customized like the Kontrol X1 – specifically with MIDI mappings?.The workflow on this is likely the same as the Kontrol S8 but details under the hood remain elusive. A new jog wheel controller or CDJ alternative now seem unlikely. This controller cements the future workflow Traktor envisions for their users: Remix Deck-oriented, touch strip-centric controllers that match the S8 model. The unit will probably require a power supply (as used in the live stream which is viewable bellow).There appear to be some kind of new expandable feet which have angled the unit forward and brought it closer to mixer height.Based on the screens, and size this will probably be fairly expensive and certainly more than the X1 series, which sit in the $199 range today.The deck is switchable and is designed to control two songs in Traktor.It’s large! Almost double the width of a X1 controller and quite a bit thicker as well.There are 2 extra USB ports for chaining sound cards, controllers ect….There is no sound card, this is only a controller.Control over remix cells, flux, 8 cue points, and loops from the pads.ĭ2 is targeting everyone who liked the screens, and layout of the S8, but has no interest in packing a giant controller on the plane or in their backpack. ![]()
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