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10.01.2010 AKAI APC 40 change LED-Ring config.1317.10.2011
Hello everyone, i've already searched for a while. But either I'm using the wrong Keywords or this questions is not answered yet. I try to reconfig. the "track control" knobs on my APC40 in "ableton live". What i try to do is to link knob 1-4 to 3-band-eq + cutoff of 1…
12.10.2011 Stanton Turntable running too fast517.10.2011
Heya. A while back, I set out to buy a pair of used Turntables. I managed to lay my hands on a Technics SL-1200, and some Omnitronics Technics-knockoff. When I bought the Omnitronics TT, the guy who sold it threw in another belt-drive Stanton STR-50 TT (and 3 mixers) for no charge. This…
17.10.2011 VCI 400 as a Machine Controller117.10.2011
This is a bit of a cheeky post but what the hell. Im contemplating getting a VCI-400 probably once the DJranking s tsi's start flowing, and wondered whether it would be possible to train it to work with the Maschine software, hence saving space and a further
14.10.2011 headphones volume control over decks c and d (TP2)317.10.2011
Just for your info, I'm using an S2 and macbook pro. I have decks C and D set up as track decks which I use for samples. The thing is, deck C plays through the headphones no matter what, and deck D won't, so I have no idea if the sample is in time etc, unless I throw it out live and hope for…
19.08.2010 Just picked up a Numark Mixtrack2516.10.2011
I've been looking for an inexpensive controller for a while now, mainly to be used as a back-up to wonky decks when I play out and to get a little bit into Traktor (I mainly use ssl and my cdjs). I decided on the Mixtrack after watching a couple of videos on youtube and mainly because it fit my…
14.10.2011 Help With Effects on VCM 600 & Ableton216.10.2011
SO.... Using VCM-600 and Ableton 8 Basically when I've Midi Mapped on/off for each of my effects in an Track, the VCM is turning the effect on/off for ALL of the tracks that use this effect. Obviously when I want to be able to turn on/off my effects in individual tracks and not effect…
23.03.2011 Mixtrack Audio Setup Traktor515.10.2011
Hi, I've just bought a mixtrack and can't get the audio set up to work with traktor pro. Using the guide on the NUmark website - I've updated to latest version of traktor, downloaded asio for all drivers but when I go into Output Routing the only options are all HD Audio output numbered 1 to 8 -…
13.10.2011 Modding Paint help1515.10.2011
so i wanted to paint my LPD8, Launchpad, APC20 & maybe X1 white. what paint should i use for each?
14.10.2011 Oh why did i get this controller615.10.2011
Frustrated that I have been unable to buy an inexpensive controller I decided to try to go with a relatively cheap controller, the Stanton SCS3. However I was a bit dismayed that the software was download only. No big deal. Until the URLs are all broken. Going to the community s I was able to get to…
27.08.2011 NS6 First Impressions2214.10.2011
Hi guys, I picked up a new ns6 4 hours ago.. just thought i'd share the first impressions. Wow.. This is insane. The platters just feel right for once.. This is why I got the Ns instead of the S4... the s4's jogs were flat out terrible and the pressure activation was even…
12.10.2011 Need to invest in a Midi Controller414.10.2011
Although I just recently registered, I have been passively following the community s for quite some time now. As of now, I have only delved into the realm of 2 turntables and a mixer. I would like to go "digital" though. From what I read, the VCI-100 is am awesome product. Should I look…
10.01.2011 10k linear fader help414.10.2011
Im just starting my DIY project and its the last thing i need to buy but i am struggling to find anything within the uk. Anyone within uk know of any? I found this: 10k Fader It looks like it will be fine but i have a question about the fader knob that fits it which is here (this may be my…
13.10.2011 new livid instruments M Nus controller1914.10.2011
havnt seen anything about it on the community s so id thought id share! looks like a smaller version on the ohm 64 without a crossfader. on twitter its said to be bus powered with foot pedal inputs comments? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M47Z9HNs-Mc twitter pic!
13.10.2011 iKaossilator013.10.2011
http://www.korg.co.uk/products/softw...aossilator.php iKaossilator for iPhone and iPod! $10 until end of November There's one Korg vid on YouTube showcasing it. Looks like fun but over priced @ $10 and that's 50% off! But it beats spending $100-200 on a kaossilator
12.10.2011 Mixtrack right jogwheel sticky113.10.2011
Just got a numark mixtrack and the right jogwheel is really sticky on the bottom half of it which sucks for scratching and adjusting the track. Should I just return it to numark/ask them to fix it or has this every happened to anyone before? Thanks
13.10.2011 Help! Kontrol s4 deck b problems013.10.2011
hi guys, i have a traktor kontrol s4. toevening i was just working on a mix, i had a track running in deck B and all of a sudden the left 3 of my 5 surround sound speakers just cut out. I checked to see if the speakers were the problem by plugging in an iPod, speakers work fine, then i checked…
09.10.2011 gamepad to midicontroller softewre problem!713.10.2011
I Need a Softwere to conver HID to Midi. I tried Golvepie but it's not work on israel'is computers. I Tried MiJoy 4 Pro but I dont know how to work with it. please can i get any help... tnx
09.01.2011 Broken pitch fader vci 100312.10.2011
Hi I have managed to break the left hand pitch fader on my vci 100 over the holiday period. Absolutely screwing, I have a gig coming up in a couple of weeks so will have to work around it by reprogramming a channel fader to control the pitch. In the mean time I am trying to find a replacement…
12.10.2011 Xone K2: A Closer Look (Review) by Karlos Santos & Rainer Haselier012.10.2011
Rainer and I have written a full review on the Xone K2: Hopefully this will answer most peoples questions on the controller. I realise that there is a K2 thread but I just wanted to draw attention to this. http://traktorbible.com/articles/clo...n-xone-k2.aspx [Thread will be unstuck…
04.07.2011 Need buyer's advice: Budget solid controller for old school vinyl DJ?4712.10.2011
OK. ...I'm looking for advice on a new controller that is moderately priced ($150 - $400) that is sturdy, easy to map and tweak, has a few different .tsi maps available for Traktor Scratch Pro 1.2.7 or better, and will have above average curve adjustment and jog wheels for scratching. I already…
11.10.2011 Road Ready Case with Laptop Stand - Reviews?011.10.2011
New to the community so hello everyone! Ive done a search but can't find any information so I thought I'd ask here. Does anyone have the Road Ready case with laptop stand? If so, would you purchase it again? Does the laptop edge hang over the controller at all? Is the laptop stand sturdy? (what…
11.10.2011 Xone 4D slider caps and filter knobs change211.10.2011
new coloured slider caps, change the caps of two of the volume faders and the the cross fader to the orange DB4 one and the both the filter knobs to the bigger DB4 knobs
07.10.2011 What should I buy? Twitch or Kontrol S2?1711.10.2011
So I'm about to upgrade from my Mixtrack/SC2000 setup and I wanna know what you guys recommend? I love the idea of the Twitch but have heard reports of low sound output and bugs regarding certain parts of the Itch software (Saved Loops Not Working, Automatic Cueing..ect). I currently run Traktor2…
10.10.2011 Traktor CD Player511.10.2011
I believe NI should make a dedicated CD Player for traktor. Doesn't necissarily have to be midi. I made a sketchup in photoshop. I call it the kontrol d1. It would have a motorized jog. And a bit bigger than the ones on the S4. more suited for scratching. not anything fancy but would by great for…
11.10.2011 help needed211.10.2011
please help im completley new to djing with controllers and software i have a mixtrack pro with traktor 2 le i have every thing working fine except for the headpones ive searched and found various surgestions to resolve this but everthing ive tried has failed im certain ive followed intructions…
09.10.2011 footswitch w/ APC40511.10.2011
I need clarification on how the footswitches work with the APC40 in Ableton. are signals from the footswitch translated into a MIDI signal by the APC 40? if the footswitch were engaged in ableton, could it be mapped to a function like any knob or button could be? if not, would one have to use a…
01.10.2011 Midifighter Pro, Korg Kaos Pad Quad?2910.10.2011
So I'm saving up money for the new VCI 400 right now but I want some midi controllers for cool effects and beatmashing I was believeing a korg kaos pad quad for some of the cool effects and customizable effects that it has and then a midi fighter pro but I'm not completely sure what midifighter pro I…
09.10.2011 Volume LEDs for VCI 100210.10.2011
Would it be possible to buy led volumes and cut them into my VCI-100? Like you get on a mixer, basically to tell me if i'm going into the red... I've googled but to no avail. I vaguely remember seeing someone do it.. Ta x
05.10.2011 Dicer mods410.10.2011
Since tech tools are no longer modifying dicer with leds could we get a tutorial on how to modify them? Im solder friendly and opened up the dicers already but not sure on what kind of led they use? Could someone from tech tools show is how to modify them? I recently bought the white docers and was…
09.10.2011 Xone 1d midi help!!!!!!509.10.2011
Hi guys, I've been using the Xone 1Ds for quite a while and I'm pretty happy with my controllers. I recently moved and changed a litle bit my setup. I used to connect the 2 Xone 1D's via USB HUB and I was playing with traktor. Now I use only 1 Xone 1D but Traktor does not receives the midi…
04.08.2011 New Macbook Air vs Pro for TP22709.10.2011
Just wondering whether the new Air with the following specs: 11-inch : 128GB 1.6GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 processor 4GB memory 128GB flash storage1 Intel HD Graphics 3000 would be a good choice to run traktor pro 2 with an s4 or would I be better with the base model MBP?
27.09.2011 Beginner: Mixage vs Mixtrack909.10.2011
Alright djtt, I'm looking to buy into a nice little controller to get me started off with tp2. I have pretty much narrowed it down to the numark mixtrack pro, and the reloop mixage IE. Just wondering if someone could provide some insight as to which they would recommend, as I haven't seen much on…
09.10.2011 CDJ400 set up to Traktor2409.10.2011
I have two CDJ400's, a DJM300s mixer and traktor scrath pro 2. Can anyone give me simple instructions on how to set up my 2 decks to the software enabling me to use the decks in PC mode as MIDI controllers? I am a complete novice to this so the more idiot proof explanation the…
08.10.2011 Travel speakers?1009.10.2011
So i believe im going to go with twitch for a controller i can carry when travelling.. I am hoping to find Speakers that sound halfway decent that are travel friendly.. Any suggestions? I realize ill have to sacrifice sound quality and loudness compare to a real speaker system.. Any…
07.10.2011 New DJ Set-up HELP!509.10.2011
Hi Guys, Just wondered if someone would be so kind to tell how to do something... Firstly, let me give you a little background info on my set-up etc. For the last 2 years i've been using Traktor 3 LE on an old Windows laptop with a BCD3000 controller and external monitor. A usb cable was…
07.10.2011 Paint It Black!1009.10.2011
I have finished the custom job I did on my Xone DX and I am quite pleased with the results. I also painted my Mackbook Pro (metallic silver) to mattblack to match the DX. Sorry for the poor picture quality. You can check bigger images in my Gallery page. Cheers
08.10.2011 Maschine: 2nd controller208.10.2011
Hey guys, Anyone know how to purchase a 2nd maschine controller? NI seem to be swamped and arent answering tickets and emails.. U have to own maschine already to get a 2nd.. But from where?
06.10.2011 Time for a New Mixer. Opinions Please!1808.10.2011
I have the Xone 42 and like it a lot, but I do want to try something else as well. I do not want to wait for the DB2, it's just too much for me to spend to be honest. The two I chose to research a bit more are the usual DJM800, and the bit more interesting Ecler Evo 4. I like them both a lot…
05.10.2011 Anyone tried DJ'ing with just a Launchpad?1007.10.2011
Anyone? It seems possible in so many ways....
15.09.2011 Help a fella find the right midi mixer907.10.2011
Hello there! I'm looking for a quality midi dj controller within the price of 5-600 dollars. two channels is fine. I'm a beginner in the dj world. Deephouse is my thing. I've been looking at reviews but there are so many... Thought it would be easier just asking. Do you guys have any…

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