Traktor Kontrol Z2 DJ-Mixer/Controller

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Edit...: This opens a drop-down menu with editing functions for the currently selected mapping in the Device list. Encoder: Use this Type of Controller if you are assigning a function to an endless dial on your device (digital encoder). TRAKTOR allows you to configure the software for external mixing mode by selecting it under Mixing Mode in TRAKTOR Preferences > Output Routing. Mix with the best of both analogue and digital worlds. TRAKTOR KONTROL Z2 excels as a standalone club mixer alongside turntables and CDJs, and also as the hub of an advanced controller-based setup. Button: Use this Type of Controller if your are assigning a function to a push button or two-stage switch on your device.

While the Z2’s two knob/one button FX sections give you rudimentary control over all of Traktor’s effects, it isn’t as complete a solution as on most DJ controllers. However, its killer performance feature is that it controls the new Macro FX, that have been designed especially for performing on the Z2. Macro FX are factory-preset combinations of Traktor’s existing effects, all put onto one knob for easy and fun incorporation into the mix. The two knobs control wet/dry (ie the mix of the effected sound with the normal) and effect intensity.This section will show up when Encoder is selected as the Type of Controller. It's also available for the Fader / Knob type in Relative mode. It enables you to further refine the behaviour of your assignment. The given options are specific to the chosen Interaction Mode and Control. Below you can find a list of the most common options.

This position should remain fix throughout your DJ session. If clipping occurs at the main output as indicated in the MAIN level meter even if you may not notice it on the external analog mix, use the gain control of the corresponding software channel to reduce the level. Mixer Level SettingsThe Kontrol sections beside each channel feature Macro FX knobs for instant, one-knob effects control designed for expressive build-ups, break-downs, and more. Out-Port: This defines the MIDI output port for the selected mapping. It is set to All Ports by default and should be set to the MIDI output port value corresponding to your hardware MIDI controller or MIDI interface. Alternatively, you may select a virtual MIDI port if you use this for software MIDI routing between two applications on the same computer. The Assignment Table additionally features four buttons for adding, duplicating and deleting assignments. These buttons and their functions are explained below. Cond1 and Cond2: Shows the values for the Modifier Conditions as set in the Mapping Details section (see below). Hold: This is the default setting for buttons. The TRAKTOR function will be active as long as your MIDI button or computer keyboard key is pressed. If you release the MIDI button or computer keyboard key, the TRAKTOR function will be disabled again.