FokaiSnakes Setup
FokaiSnakes Setup Posted on: 22.07.2012 by Nevada Edgette CLICK TO VIEW UPDATED PICS***10/18/2012 ***01/18/2013 ***02/12/2013 Current Setup: Traktor Scratch Pro 2.6 X2 TECHNICS1200 MK2/M3D Pioneer CDJ1000 MK3 Pioneer RMX-1000 Kontrol Z2 Kontrol X-1 Kontrol F-1 Midi Fighter Spectra Novation Dicers Mackie MR5 Studio Monitors Shure M447 Ortofon Concorde w/ Pro S stylus Ikea DJ/Production desk *07/22/2012 This is what I'm working with so far. Finally got some crane stands for my CDJ's and am pretty happy with how they hold. Setup won't feel complete until I get a DJM 800/850K and an Audio 10 card to run everything through. Right now I have the 2 TT's and left CDJ connected to an Audio 6 set up with time codes. The right CDJ is controlled through midi which is pretty glitchy at times. I doubt it, but hopefully this will be resolved in the new TSP2 update. Purchased LED strip from Frys for $40. Comes with a cool little remote to change the colors and patterns Ikea Expedit!!! I'm gonna have to get another one of these once I get my 4 channel mixer. The only way to fit it in is to set up my TT's in the battle position. Is it safe to have my CDJ's this close to the Monitors??? Got this lil dude in Japantown SF. | |
| Nevada Edgette 29.04.2013 |
Originally Posted by Rukks
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| Nevada Edgette 20.03.2013 |
Originally Posted by Coldfuzion
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| Nevada Edgette 16.03.2013 | Here are some crappy iPhone shots for now. Will take some better ones when I get my DSLR back. I don't care what others are saying about these stands, they are f**kin awesome! Makes my Traktor setup look like a single impenetrable unit!!! <<< 300 Ref |
| Albertina Fay 12.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by fokaisnake
Are you using the master out on the Z2 to the RMX1000? how is it working out for you? How do you like the RMX1000 effects compared to the Traktor effects. |
| Nevada Edgette 30.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by MaxOne
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| Nevada Edgette 29.04.2013 |
Originally Posted by Rukks
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| Lang Abriel 26.04.2013 | When you sell those Dicers lemme know |
| Precious Pequignot 26.04.2013 | Sweet setup dude. Digging the purple lights on the technics. Was considering getting a Z2 as well, but portability is an issue if i swap that with my S4 |
| Nevada Edgette 20.03.2013 |
Originally Posted by Coldfuzion
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| Carlee Pickard 18.03.2013 | Fokainsnake! Dude how do you like the RMX? Your setup looks sick! I still have the CDJ 850s you sold me, and I picked up a DJM-850 with it, i'm debating whether or not to add an RMX to it. |
| Chung Rosaro 18.03.2013 | very nice... |
| Nevada Edgette 16.03.2013 | Here are some crappy iPhone shots for now. Will take some better ones when I get my DSLR back. I don't care what others are saying about these stands, they are f**kin awesome! Makes my Traktor setup look like a single impenetrable unit!!! <<< 300 Ref |
| Latoria Kavulich 16.03.2013 | Lets see those Kontrol stands in action! |
| Nevada Edgette 12.02.2013 | I'm using the master out for the RMX. Except for the Sample drums being a little too loud, everything works out fine. Some of the scene effects were a little loud at first but after adjusting the dB within the remixbox software, everything sounds great. Since getting this thing the only Traktor effects I find myself using are the delays. |
| Albertina Fay 12.02.2013 |
Originally Posted by fokaisnake
Are you using the master out on the Z2 to the RMX1000? how is it working out for you? How do you like the RMX1000 effects compared to the Traktor effects. |
| Nevada Edgette 12.02.2013 | ***02/12/2013 Setup with the Spectra and RMX |
| Nevada Edgette 30.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by MaxOne
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| Hipolito Scionti 30.01.2013 | Nice set up! What speaker stands you using? Ta Mx |
| Shad Rametta 28.01.2013 | It does, thank you |
| Nevada Edgette 28.01.2013 | I was using the X-1 mainly for transport control, I'm not really a heavy effects user. Now that I have the Z2, i could probably do without the X-1. I was using the X-1 for beat jumping, looping, hot cues, track prepping, and some other mapped midi functions like Flux mode. All this can be done with the Z2!!! So, if I were you I would go the remix decks route. It also depends on your style of mixing I guess. Remember, the Z2 only has two dedicated effects knobs on each side, but holding the shift button and turning the effects knob allows you to browse through the effects list. Its just a matter of what order the effects are in for easy and quick access. As for my F-1, I love it and having one is enough for me, I wouldn't know what to do with myself if I had two. Only time I use the remix buttons on the Z2 is for on the fly loop capturing. Hope this helps! |
| Shad Rametta 28.01.2013 | Here's what Elliot of Innofader wrote me when I posed the question....
So, Elliot, will you "confirm" that the upfaders can be easily swapped out for the Innofader Pro?
1) Either the Innofader Pro or Innofader PNP will work as replacements for any fader slot in the Z2 if you want the functionality/feel of these parts. It seems this is the case for you regarding the upfaders. I would recommend the PNP because it's less expensive and easier to install; the advantage of the Pro would be more installation options if you wanted to move the Innos to other mixers. 2) These are not NI approved solutions so they may affect the warranty. As for that thread about the guy removing the tensioner from the Upfaders........ http://www.native-instruments.com/fo...d.php?t=186611 Could you please answer my question about the X1/F1's, and which you would prefer? I have been on ScratchLIVE/Itch for over 7 years, but only recently bought Traktor Pro for use w' my NS6. This will be my first foray into Traktor Scratch Pro, and I want to get the necessary controllers right off the bat. I would really appreciate some advice. I'm leaning toward (2) F1's, but there will be occasions when I'll want Transport Control, and I do occasionally like to layer Effects. So, will (1) F1 be fine for now, or am I going to be wishing I had another one fresh out the gate? |
| Nevada Edgette 28.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by blackavenger
Where did you see this tensioner mod? Very interested in seeing this... |
| Shad Rametta 27.01.2013 | Yeah, I'm aware of the paint issue, but NI will take care of those that have that problem. I'm believeing of getting Innofader PnP's for the upfaders, as I HATE faders w' tension....Why N.I.?!!? I mean, I saw a mod that someone did where they took out the tensioner....if I'm able to do that, then I may refrain from the PnPs. But if not, then I'm definitely getting them. If you had to choose between (2) F1's or (1) F1 & (1) X1, which would you choose as accessories to the Z2, and why? Loaded question right...LOL? |
| Nevada Edgette 27.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by jessevdriel
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| Nevada Edgette 27.01.2013 | Sound quality wouldn't be an issue and the z2 would hold up in the clubs no problem.(Dj shiftee only uses the Z2 as his mixer) When i say club quality, It's more of a reliability thing, being able to DJ without a computer and using onboard fx. Which the Z2 can do as it is a stand alone mixer minus the fx. Really hope this doesn't screw up your decision on getting a Z2. I love mine and every else that has one Seems to. There is that issue about the paint on the faceplate coming off which I'm pretty sure you are aware of. Luckily they are interchangeable. |
| Annis Osbourn 27.01.2013 | You have a camelot wheel sticker on your laptop. You are awesome. |
| Shad Rametta 27.01.2013 |
The Z2 is a solid all around 2 ch mixer, just not quite sure if it is a club quality mixer like the Pios and A&Hs.
Could you please elaborate? Because more than Effects, or MIDI, Sound Quality is MOST important to me! If the Z2 lacks in that department, then I may have to look elsewhere. |
| Nevada Edgette 27.01.2013 | ^ sorry for the long ass response. My wife made me one of those insanely strong Vietnamese coffees this morning. |
| Nevada Edgette 27.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by Conall
I do miss that damn blinking orange button on the Djm's though... |
| Inez Marcinik 27.01.2013 | Really nice setup mate! how are you liking the z2? |
| Deanne Baston 26.01.2013 | diggin the layout of your setup!! Wish I had the money and time to build something along the lines of this! |
| Rose Schneeberg 26.01.2013 | Looks really awesome |
| Shad Rametta 26.01.2013 | I'll definitely post 'em when I get it all......right now I have (2) M5Gs/Numark NS6, and that's it. Before I bought the NS6, I had a Korg Zero4/the (2) M5gs/Rane SL3/and a Pioneer CDJ-400. I still have the SL3, and CDJ-400, but due to space, the CDJ-400 is put up in the closet. I have an old pic of what it used to look like before I bought my MBP...haha, back when I had the Dell. Old_Setup.jpg |
| Nevada Edgette 26.01.2013 | Awesome. Would love to see pics of your setup! |
| Shad Rametta 26.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by fokaisnake
Everything appears to fit snug....perfect, in fact. |
| Nevada Edgette 21.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by Louie_V
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| Shantae Faile 21.01.2013 | What vinyls are those? |
| Nevada Edgette 20.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by blackavenger
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| Shad Rametta 19.01.2013 | Could you take another photo of you newer setup, but showing how close to the edge your Techs are, and exactly how close your X1 & F1 are to your Z2? The reason I ask, is because I have been considering this exact same hardware configuration, and at the same time, have been considering getting a (single) Expedit Shelf to put it all on. If you are willing, I would appreciate it. |
| Merideth Garnder 18.01.2013 |
Originally Posted by fokaisnake
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