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NI Kontrol S4 MK2 Posted on: 06.08.2013 by Glinda Stagner So... With the Kontrol X1 mk2 going on sale today, anyone else believeing that it may be time for the introduction of an s4 mk2? S4's have dropped in price recently (a common sign of NI bringing out a new product) The s4 has been around for a good few years, time for a new one? With the introduction of new features such as the touch strip, now found on the new NI controllers, is the s4 missing out? What are your thoughts?
Alphonso Deitchman 06.09.2013	Isn't that an S4? Looks pretty disappointing if all they've done is add some LEDs to the transport buttons.
Rhonda Auriemma 06.09.2013	It's one of those that were posted on this certain thread some days ago, it was even you who deleted the links. One image which is located on the NI-server has leaked and can still be accessed by the public, although I guess there's more and we just don't have the image links yet. If you still don't want this semi-official confirmation of the Kontrol S2 on the DJTT community s, just delete the link below. I'm also wondering why none of the big blogs I follow hasn't jumped on the train yet, seems pretty official to me. //thanks makar1, it really is the S4 and not the S2. However, the S2 has also been on the NI-site and both look pretty much the same (except for the extra eqs and faders for decks C and D on the S4)
nayit ruiz jaramillo 06.09.2013	Originally Posted by derschnitter The only images that I would consider real are the ones from the Kontrol S2 Mk2, since they're still hosted on the NI-website. Are they..? Where..?
Rhonda Auriemma 06.09.2013	Originally Posted by Mikezz http://dj-lab.de/2013/09/preview-bpm...-und-theorien/ New pics.. Guys, don't fall for him. This article is an ironic prognosis for BPM 2013 (they're talking about Pioneer turntables and VDJ youtube integration). The only images that I would consider real are the ones from the Kontrol S2 Mk2, since they're still hosted on the NI-website. There is nothing we know about S4 Mk2 and the Z4, so please stop defaming products that you haven't seen yet. Would love to see a controller with the F1's pads though, most people don't scratch anyway. //edit: my fault, the image on the NI-site shows the S4 Mk2 and not the S2 Mk2. However, for several hours, there has also been an image of the Kontrol S2 Mk2, but it had quickly been removed.
Kristofer Krauel 06.09.2013	Originally Posted by KarbonNY is that a picture of it? And what's the price of it?? Edit.. This is a double Post I just saw the other picture. Yeah thats definitely NOT it!
Isela Retano 05.09.2013	is that a picture of it? And what's the price of it?? Edit.. This is a double Post I just saw the other picture.
Margareta Mogilevsky 05.09.2013	lol ...
Rodger Seferovic 05.09.2013	http://dj-lab.de/wp-content/uploads/hawtin_Z4.jpg but hold your horses cause.. http://djworx.com/wp-content/uploads...9/craze_z2.jpg
Delena Katherman 05.09.2013	Originally Posted by Paka Ono As a current S4 owner, the Z4 looks a lot more appealing than the MK2. Where are you seeing the Z4?
Neville Blackinton 05.09.2013	As a current S4 owner, the Z4 looks a lot more appealing than the MK2.
Kellie Myrum 05.09.2013	It's clear that NI care for native control more than MIDI stuff... Been waiting for 10 years to see NI add more modifiers, slots, iso mode, timers, automation, sequencer, hot commands... Maybe we are supposed to invent them all before they incorporate them
Larissa Orn 05.09.2013	Originally Posted by jdownesbaird Seriously. I love how there are no encoder knobs on the thing for loops, etc. There's just a big Remix Deck matrix. That thing would be non-functional as a real controller. Still waiting for my other post to be approved... I missed the lack of encoders on that mockup. Remove two rows of pads and add a touchstrip and row of encoders. Hell, just do away with the jogs and put 4 touchstrips on there with full Remix Decks using encoders for the volume faders!
Delena Katherman 05.09.2013	Well, Stewe, you could probably map it to work pretty well! But, it wouldn't be very intuitive out of the box, and NI isn't going to ditch those knobs (see X1 mk2).
Kellie Myrum 05.09.2013	Originally Posted by jdownesbaird Seriously. I love how there are no encoder knobs on the thing for loops, etc. There's just a big Remix Deck matrix. That thing would be non-functional as a real controller. Yeah, that would be unreal controllerist tool.
Larissa Orn 05.09.2013	Originally Posted by Mikezz http://dj-lab.de/2013/09/preview-bpm...-und-theorien/ New pics.. Obviously photoshopped. It's a pity because I'd rather have something like that than what the MK2 S4 is offering. NI and their mods have pulled the pictures I saved which lends some credence to the ones I possess as being authentic.
Delena Katherman 05.09.2013	Originally Posted by padi_04 ^lol Seriously. I love how there are no encoder knobs on the thing for loops, etc. There's just a big Remix Deck matrix. That thing would be non-functional as a real controller.
Nedra Fresneda 05.09.2013	^lol
Marcie Godell 05.09.2013	http://dj-lab.de/2013/09/preview-bpm...-und-theorien/ New pics..
Kristi Killingworth 04.09.2013	Originally Posted by Timbo21 I really love the X1 Mk2. Very glad I sold my S4 And I actually find the pitch bend touch strip more user friendly than the S4 jog wheels. I love how you can use all 4 effects easily on all four channels when you've got 2 of them. And you've got ready access to all the FX when using 2 x MK2's without having to switch back and forth I agree with this. I feel like the jogwheels are somewhat a waste of space. I would like to see the ability to route all 4 fx units and have 4 sets of hotcues etc a la 4midiloop as well.
Larissa Orn 04.09.2013	Originally Posted by Toast who can send out a link to the pics? PM sent. I'm extremely disappointed in the mk2 versions. I've been holding off on buying a DDJ-SX for months even though I'm a Traktor user and have owned the original S4. I ordered the DDJ-SX last evening and will be using it with Traktor while also dipping my toes in Serato DJ. I was expecting the Kontrol S4 to offer the touch strips from the X1 mk2 and have some functionality of the Remix Decks built in to the controller. Improved jogs and a less toyish build quality were also on my list of desired improvements. It looks like NI dropped the ball this time.
Nila Ragonese 04.09.2013	who can send out a link to the pics?
Edwardo Rothenberger 04.09.2013	I really love the X1 Mk2. Very glad I sold my S4 And I actually find the pitch bend touch strip more user friendly than the S4 jog wheels. I love how you can use all 4 effects easily on all four channels when you've got 2 of them. And you've got ready access to all the FX when using 2 x MK2's without having to switch back and forth
Kellie Myrum 04.09.2013	Removing the four sample buttons out of S4 would give some room for the nice long touch strip.
Nelle Maisel 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by 031999 the s4 could've been a mockup. But the s2 was definitely real, pic was leaked on NI's German site. Really disappointing then. At least they added something new to the X1 MK2. I can't imagine anyone will be selling their original S2 for that thing. Hopefully the S4 has at least a touch strip or something. I've been saving cash up for this thing too...
Dino Hapgood 03.09.2013	can someone send me a link to pics? I'd love to take a look.
Lannie Kutay 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by Chaser720 Those have got to be early mockups or something. I'd believe it would at least have touch sensitive knobs or something as well. the s4 could've been a mockup. But the s2 was definitely real, pic was leaked on NI's German site.
Nelle Maisel 03.09.2013	Those have got to be early mockups or something. I'd believe it would at least have touch sensitive knobs or something as well.
Lannie Kutay 03.09.2013	i saw the leaked pics. God awful to say the least, why would NI invest in a product release for such SMALL CHANGES!!! -Rgb buttons -Chrome jogwheels that's about it on the outside....
Kellie Myrum 04.09.2013	RGB all around and metal pots and I'm in.
Hellen Mindrup 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by Pavin Darn wish I saw the pic! Traktor-Kontrol-T4_960_prototipe.jpg How cool would this be? I just googled MK2, and this render thing came up. Kind of wacky, but Maschine-like "read out" would be super tight EDIT: I also believe alot of stuff could be condensed, like looping, effects, etc... Especially if they put in a touch screen! I believe it needs more buttons in a tighter space.
Lannie Kutay 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by Pavin Darn wish I saw the pic! Traktor-Kontrol-T4_960_prototipe.jpg How cool would this be? I just googled MK2, and this render thing came up. Kind of wacky, but Maschine-like "read out" would be super tight haha one can only dream
Samuel Stamaria 03.09.2013	Darn wish I saw the pic! Traktor-Kontrol-T4_960_prototipe.jpg How cool would this be? I just googled MK2, and this render thing came up. Kind of wacky, but Maschine-like "read out" would be super tight EDIT: I also believe alot of stuff could be condensed, like looping, effects, etc... Especially if they put in a touch screen!
Lannie Kutay 03.09.2013	yeah thats kinda BS, Whats gonna happen if we see a picture?? worlds gonna end? i believe not!....Prompt us all to buy one? yeah probably.
Rhonda Auriemma 03.09.2013	The images above have originally been posted on a German Facebook group, hit me up if you need the images or links. It basically looks like the old S2 with colored RGB buttons (like the ones from the X1 Mk2, just slightly bigger).
Nelle Maisel 03.09.2013	That's mean Karlos. ha At least give us some reasoning on the picture pulls please? The X1 MK2 was fine to post but the S2 mk2 isn't? Killing me here.
Kristofer Krauel 03.09.2013	Only addition seems to be RGB buttons. Thats pretty meh!!!
Kristofer Krauel 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by MaxOne Hmm S2 mkii looks decent... if the gain things are those clicky rotaries still thats a shame... with autogain it's much better to have those as filters Really?? I cant see any significant differences to the MK1. Seeing those pice has left me completely uninspired! Although..... the S4 (and i suppose the S2) have been and still are extremely popular (i LOVED my S4) so i suppose they dont need too much of an overhaul. I guess Im really expecting a single deck, jogwheel controller and until that materialises I'll always be uninspired by new NI gear.
Glinda Stagner 03.09.2013	Originally Posted by Mikezz Look what I've found they've removed the pictures again.. Liking the look of that S2 MKII , but cant see any touchstrips on there ?? .... Either way, looks good, cant wait to see the S4, and an official release :')
Hipolito Scionti 03.09.2013	Hmm S2 mkii looks decent... if the gain things are those clicky rotaries still thats a shame... with autogain it's much better to have those as filters
Lillian Morch 03.09.2013	Nice find Mikezz! Release date will be around 10-09-2013.

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