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Couple of Questions before purchase
Posted on: 08.07.2011 by Vikki Jeannoel
Hey Lads!

I'm currently using a hercules RMX, with traktor pro 1.2 on my macbook pro , and now im ready for an upgrade!

So i've found the best price on an S4 for me (buying it from the USA, and having it shipped over) This is the best way for me as its cheaper and the power adapter for the S4 is 100-240 volts, and has adapters for the UK

Couple of questions before i click that "buy" button.

If my S4 comes with traktor S4 Software, will i still be able to upgrade to traktor pro 2 for free? and if so how does this work?

Also will i have to uninstall my 1.2 version of traktor before i install the new traktor software or will the 2 different versions of the software run side by side with no problems ?

And also can someone recommend the best case for it? I dont want a hard case i want a soft case kind of like the sleeve i have for my macbook except for the s4. ( http://www.essentialtpe.com/global/i...duct/ups06.jpg )

Cant wait to get my s4! going to be awesome !
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
Originally Posted by kooper1980
And the open box offer is a pretty sweet deal. Should work out less than 600 notes with import tax.

whats the open box offer?
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
Originally Posted by lucasmanning
If my S4 comes with traktor S4 Software, will i still be able to upgrade to traktor pro 2 for free? and if so how does this work?
Most of the S4's are shipping with stickers covering the S4 software registration serial. These stickers have a separate T2 serial on them so you need to download the demo from the NI site and use the serial with that to get T2. later since you're buying it in July you'll get an e-voucher for Traktor Scratch Pro for free.

If you don't have the sticker you'll have to install S4 software and wait for the e-voucher to come.

Originally Posted by lucasmanning
Also will i have to uninstall my 1.2 version of traktor before i install the new traktor software or will the 2 different versions of the software run side by side with no problems ?
No need to uninstall except to clear up disc space. When you install T2 it will ask if you want to import the other collection. Say yes and give it some time.

Originally Posted by lucasmanning
And also can someone recommend the best case for it? I dont want a hard case i want a soft case kind of like the sleeve i have for my macbook except for the s4. ( http://www.essentialtpe.com/global/i...duct/ups06.jpg )
I believe the DJTT bag is the best soft case for it.

http://www.djranking s.com/store/bag...ol-s4-bag.html

They're sold out right now, but will be in stock in 4-6 weeks according to the store.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
Hey Lads!

I'm currently using a hercules RMX, with traktor pro 1.2 on my macbook pro , and now im ready for an upgrade!

So i've found the best price on an S4 for me (buying it from the USA, and having it shipped over) This is the best way for me as its cheaper and the power adapter for the S4 is 100-240 volts, and has adapters for the UK

Couple of questions before i click that "buy" button.

If my S4 comes with traktor S4 Software, will i still be able to upgrade to traktor pro 2 for free? and if so how does this work?

Also will i have to uninstall my 1.2 version of traktor before i install the new traktor software or will the 2 different versions of the software run side by side with no problems ?

And also can someone recommend the best case for it? I dont want a hard case i want a soft case kind of like the sleeve i have for my macbook except for the s4. ( http://www.essentialtpe.com/global/i...duct/ups06.jpg )

Cant wait to get my s4! going to be awesome !
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
nice


thanks man!
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
Yes, NI allows for the software to be installed on two computers at the same time.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
also one other question if i get the s4 and the software that comes with it can i install this software on 2 separate laptops as i have 2 laptops just wondering if the software is locked to one computer
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
If they have any returns or demo units they'll sell them at a reduced price but with the same manufacturers warranty. No sure about the headphones and all that with those though.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
Originally Posted by kooper1980
And the open box offer is a pretty sweet deal. Should work out less than 600 notes with import tax.

whats the open box offer?
Kristofer Krauel
08.07.2011
Good luck man.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
i looked up the price on the store by making an account and selecting my address and selecting the s4.

the shipping is a fair bit and the total cost would equal about the same as me buying it new in the uK

I believe i will buy it used off ebay haha thanks for all the help thought i cant wait to get one!
Kristofer Krauel
08.07.2011
And the open box offer is a pretty sweet deal. Should work out less than 600 notes with import tax.
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
I just checked and it's free shipping for conti US only. But you still get the chance to win a midi fighter as 1 in every 50 S4's have a free midi fighter coupon. You get the tutorial DVD and a laptop sticker for free and if you need some good quality headphones you can get the AiAi's for $100 at the same time. Plus you support the place that gives you awesome answers to your questions.
Kristofer Krauel
08.07.2011
Have you also accounted for the import tax you will have to pay customs when it gets to the UK? Should still work out cheaper but it's gonna add 20% to the cost.

DJTT bag looks nice BUT it's been on "order" since beginning of June and when they do come in stock they have very few and sell within an hour. Shame really cos I love the look of it. I've just ordered the Gator G club dj controller bag. Pretty cheap and looks nice.
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
best to contact the store I know they had a free shipping special going, but that may have been us only.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
i checked the price on djtt store and its about the same as i would get from ebay usa. do you know what the shipping prices are from djtt are to ship to the uk ?
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
The upgrade to T2 will always be free. The upgrade to Traktor Scratch Pro is only free if you buy the S4 in July. I'm not sure how much you're getting the S4 on ebay for, but you might want to check the DJTT store as they have some pretty sweet deals going.
Vikki Jeannoel
08.07.2011
You legend you just about answered everything in a oner! cheers man!

one more wee question:

will the upgrade to traktor pro 2 always be free ? i might not be getting my s4 untill early to mid august depending on how fast i can sell my rmx
Leeanna Ayla
08.07.2011
Originally Posted by lucasmanning
If my S4 comes with traktor S4 Software, will i still be able to upgrade to traktor pro 2 for free? and if so how does this work?
Most of the S4's are shipping with stickers covering the S4 software registration serial. These stickers have a separate T2 serial on them so you need to download the demo from the NI site and use the serial with that to get T2. later since you're buying it in July you'll get an e-voucher for Traktor Scratch Pro for free.

If you don't have the sticker you'll have to install S4 software and wait for the e-voucher to come.

Originally Posted by lucasmanning
Also will i have to uninstall my 1.2 version of traktor before i install the new traktor software or will the 2 different versions of the software run side by side with no problems ?
No need to uninstall except to clear up disc space. When you install T2 it will ask if you want to import the other collection. Say yes and give it some time.

Originally Posted by lucasmanning
And also can someone recommend the best case for it? I dont want a hard case i want a soft case kind of like the sleeve i have for my macbook except for the s4. ( http://www.essentialtpe.com/global/i...duct/ups06.jpg )
I believe the DJTT bag is the best soft case for it.

http://www.djranking s.com/store/bag...ol-s4-bag.html

They're sold out right now, but will be in stock in 4-6 weeks according to the store.

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