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My New S2
Posted on: 26.11.2012 by Ami Lele
Hey guys,
I guess now I am one step further to being a DJ. Yesterday evening I bought an S2 because I wanted the S4 but was like "Hey although I know most of traktor, there is still a lot I can learn" and "Hardware will open doors" and finally "I can always upgrade later". I believe this was a pretty good decision. And being that I am 14 and asking my parents if they can spend lots of money for me to "mix some shit" the S2 was the more acceptable choice. I ordered the S2 with the green caps and of course I had to buy the Beatport Edition TMA-1 aiaiai headphones with the GREEN cables. I really like to mix EDM music and I just LOVE music in general. I still have a bit of money left in christmas and I was wondering what I should pick up while I have the chance? My birthday is also in a few weeks so I can get something then too! I am looking forward to seeing and hopefully buying a "new" midifighter when it is announced. So if anyone has the S2 or the S4 just tell me what else I should buy, even if you don't have the S2 or S4 actually!

So here is my setup now/shipping
Kontrol S2
Abelton Launchpad
AIAIAI TMA-1 Beatport Edition headphones



I believe I just got everything out I wanted to!
Layne Koop
29.11.2012
Originally Posted by squidot
i wouldnt buy anything yet. play with what you have and see what would benefit you the most once you start hitting walls with your current gear. i know it's tough to curb the gear lust...i've been fighting it for years.
+1

Fold the money over, and put it in your pocket. Then practice, practice, practice. Experiment. Mess up. Have fun. Mostly find your own voice and look for ways to express your art. Watch videos on youtube and try to figure out what techniques and styles appeal to you. That may lead you in a direction with gear that you just can't see right now.

I have an S2 - it's my primary bit of gear for gigs. As much as I would love a VCI-400 EGE to experiment with....my next "major" purchase is likely to be a Maschine. After a couple years with controllers...I want to experiment with finger drumming for a while. I would not have predicted that two years ago when I picked up a VCI-100 Arcade.
Deangelo Boender
29.11.2012
Originally Posted by Jester
ask santa for a midifighter young buddy
I usually preach the idea of practicing with what you have, and wait until you practically hate your gear before investing in something new, but a Midi Fighter isn't a bad idea! They're fun, you can remap and re-purpose it as your needs change, and it won't get in the way of you developing your style and workflow.
Desirae Paiva
27.11.2012
Originally Posted by squidot
i wouldnt buy anything yet. play with what you have and see what would benefit you the most once you start hitting walls with your current gear. i know it's tough to curb the gear lust...i've been fighting it for years.
+1 prolly the smartest route that won't result in buyer's remorse. Don't jump the gun on picking up gear . Play with the S2 first and see what's up then.
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by shr3dder
To be honest dude I'd make the call myself, different people like different headphones. Buy what you like. Not what others tell you.


If you like the TMA's keep em, if you prefer the Pioneers get them... I've got HD25s/HDJ1000s/TMAs... I personally use my TMA's more then anything these days. I love the feel and fit... Sound is just one part of it.
Had a bunch of friends come over and try them all as well, TMA's were always at the bottom.

Jus my two cents, Jack. In the end it's your call, and i'm jus tryin to point you in what I feel is the right direction. Choice is yours in the end my friend!
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by shr3dder
Really? I love TMA's. Sure they don't have the ridiculous over hyped bass of Beats, but you don't need/want that.
I use the beats just to listen to hip hop not spin out. Jus giving my honest opinion, I got them and could not wait to sell them / get rid of them.

Originally Posted by Jack Hoesterey
Ok what should I buy? @ ColdFuzion
HDJ-2000's hands DOWN. Amazing build quality (things are like tanks) & great sound. Just buy them from Amazon and you'll get them for like $210 now which is awesome. I bought my TMA's for $125 brand new and still regretted it even though I rarely used them or rarely had to use them since I had a plethora of headphones.
Ara Tima
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by Coldfuzion
Oh no . If you can, return those headphones and buy yourself a good pair. I had TMA's, and compaired to the Beats Pro, HDJ-2000's, and ugh can't remember the other pair - they're by far the worst. Look cool, but not impressed at ALL with their sound. Hell even they are re-releasing a new version of those TMA's I believe!
Really? I love TMA's. Sure they don't have the ridiculous over hyped bass of Beats, but you don't need/want that.
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by Jack Hoesterey
So here is my setup now/shipping
Kontrol S2
Abelton Launchpad
AIAIAI TMA-1 Beatport Edition headphones



I believe I just got everything out I wanted to!
Oh no . If you can, return those headphones and buy yourself a good pair. I had TMA's, and compaired to the Beats Pro, HDJ-2000's, and ugh can't remember the other pair - they're by far the worst. Look cool, but not impressed at ALL with their sound. Hell even they are re-releasing a new version of those TMA's I believe!
Mistie Brenneise
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by dubyou
Id say an x1. But also believe before you buy, I bought before my time and ended up losing money because i found out i didnt have use for what i bought. Think it over and believe hard and check reviews and stuff. But id say an x1 because it would free up some space. give you access to 8 hotcues, has tempo nudge, extra knobs that you could map out. I have one and its a great controler.

Also check out the mappings for that launchpad, im pretty sure there is one that is like a midi fighter mapping.
I would say even the X1 is not needed yet. Effects can be controlled on the S2's knobs, and the Launchpad has 80 buttons to map to whatever additional functions you want.
Ami Lele
26.11.2012		Hey guys,
I guess now I am one step further to being a DJ. Yesterday evening I bought an S2 because I wanted the S4 but was like "Hey although I know most of traktor, there is still a lot I can learn" and "Hardware will open doors" and finally "I can always upgrade later". I believe this was a pretty good decision. And being that I am 14 and asking my parents if they can spend lots of money for me to "mix some shit" the S2 was the more acceptable choice. I ordered the S2 with the green caps and of course I had to buy the Beatport Edition TMA-1 aiaiai headphones with the GREEN cables. I really like to mix EDM music and I just LOVE music in general. I still have a bit of money left in christmas and I was wondering what I should pick up while I have the chance? My birthday is also in a few weeks so I can get something then too! I am looking forward to seeing and hopefully buying a "new" midifighter when it is announced. So if anyone has the S2 or the S4 just tell me what else I should buy, even if you don't have the S2 or S4 actually!

So here is my setup now/shipping
Kontrol S2
Abelton Launchpad
AIAIAI TMA-1 Beatport Edition headphones



I believe I just got everything out I wanted to!
Estrella Rozzo
02.12.2012		As some people already said, don't let gear lust get to you. Invest in the essentials first (controller, headphones, monitors). I bought a Maschine way too fast after being able to mix decently. Heck, I still can't do it good enough. And you end up spending more time on figuring out HOW to use it, instead of actually using it.
Now it's collecting dust most of the time. And I'd love to use it more effectivly. But money & marketing got me to buy it too soon. If I could go back in time, I would've just enjoy my essential set up & some good music.

Tldr; believe before you buy.
Layne Koop
29.11.2012
Originally Posted by squidot
i wouldnt buy anything yet. play with what you have and see what would benefit you the most once you start hitting walls with your current gear. i know it's tough to curb the gear lust...i've been fighting it for years.
+1

Fold the money over, and put it in your pocket. Then practice, practice, practice. Experiment. Mess up. Have fun. Mostly find your own voice and look for ways to express your art. Watch videos on youtube and try to figure out what techniques and styles appeal to you. That may lead you in a direction with gear that you just can't see right now.

I have an S2 - it's my primary bit of gear for gigs. As much as I would love a VCI-400 EGE to experiment with....my next "major" purchase is likely to be a Maschine. After a couple years with controllers...I want to experiment with finger drumming for a while. I would not have predicted that two years ago when I picked up a VCI-100 Arcade.
Deangelo Boender
29.11.2012
Originally Posted by Jester
ask santa for a midifighter young buddy
I usually preach the idea of practicing with what you have, and wait until you practically hate your gear before investing in something new, but a Midi Fighter isn't a bad idea! They're fun, you can remap and re-purpose it as your needs change, and it won't get in the way of you developing your style and workflow.
Hipolito Scionti
27.11.2012		u need speakers right? KRK RP5 G2s are decent
Thanh Modesitt
27.11.2012		get ath-50 excellent headphones!
Ami Lele
27.11.2012		Which ones
Desirae Paiva
27.11.2012
Originally Posted by squidot
i wouldnt buy anything yet. play with what you have and see what would benefit you the most once you start hitting walls with your current gear. i know it's tough to curb the gear lust...i've been fighting it for years.
+1 prolly the smartest route that won't result in buyer's remorse. Don't jump the gun on picking up gear . Play with the S2 first and see what's up then.
Latoria Kavulich
27.11.2012		ask santa for a midifighter young buddy
Bunny Sockel
27.11.2012		You should probably get some monitors or P.A's
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by shr3dder
To be honest dude I'd make the call myself, different people like different headphones. Buy what you like. Not what others tell you.


If you like the TMA's keep em, if you prefer the Pioneers get them... I've got HD25s/HDJ1000s/TMAs... I personally use my TMA's more then anything these days. I love the feel and fit... Sound is just one part of it.
Had a bunch of friends come over and try them all as well, TMA's were always at the bottom.

Jus my two cents, Jack. In the end it's your call, and i'm jus tryin to point you in what I feel is the right direction. Choice is yours in the end my friend!
Ara Tima
26.11.2012		To be honest dude I'd make the call myself, different people like different headphones. Buy what you like. Not what others tell you.


If you like the TMA's keep em, if you prefer the Pioneers get them... I've got HD25s/HDJ1000s/TMAs... I personally use my TMA's more then anything these days. I love the feel and fit... Sound is just one part of it.
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by shr3dder
Really? I love TMA's. Sure they don't have the ridiculous over hyped bass of Beats, but you don't need/want that.
I use the beats just to listen to hip hop not spin out. Jus giving my honest opinion, I got them and could not wait to sell them / get rid of them.

Originally Posted by Jack Hoesterey
Ok what should I buy? @ ColdFuzion
HDJ-2000's hands DOWN. Amazing build quality (things are like tanks) & great sound. Just buy them from Amazon and you'll get them for like $210 now which is awesome. I bought my TMA's for $125 brand new and still regretted it even though I rarely used them or rarely had to use them since I had a plethora of headphones.
Ami Lele
26.11.2012		Ok what should I buy? @ ColdFuzion
Ara Tima
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by Coldfuzion
Oh no . If you can, return those headphones and buy yourself a good pair. I had TMA's, and compaired to the Beats Pro, HDJ-2000's, and ugh can't remember the other pair - they're by far the worst. Look cool, but not impressed at ALL with their sound. Hell even they are re-releasing a new version of those TMA's I believe!
Really? I love TMA's. Sure they don't have the ridiculous over hyped bass of Beats, but you don't need/want that.
Carlee Pickard
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by Jack Hoesterey
So here is my setup now/shipping
Kontrol S2
Abelton Launchpad
AIAIAI TMA-1 Beatport Edition headphones



I believe I just got everything out I wanted to!
Oh no . If you can, return those headphones and buy yourself a good pair. I had TMA's, and compaired to the Beats Pro, HDJ-2000's, and ugh can't remember the other pair - they're by far the worst. Look cool, but not impressed at ALL with their sound. Hell even they are re-releasing a new version of those TMA's I believe!
Mistie Brenneise
26.11.2012
Originally Posted by dubyou
Id say an x1. But also believe before you buy, I bought before my time and ended up losing money because i found out i didnt have use for what i bought. Think it over and believe hard and check reviews and stuff. But id say an x1 because it would free up some space. give you access to 8 hotcues, has tempo nudge, extra knobs that you could map out. I have one and its a great controler.

Also check out the mappings for that launchpad, im pretty sure there is one that is like a midi fighter mapping.
I would say even the X1 is not needed yet. Effects can be controlled on the S2's knobs, and the Launchpad has 80 buttons to map to whatever additional functions you want.
Mistie Brenneise
26.11.2012		Learn your current minimal setup, practice, practice, practice, figure out your workflow, your likes and dislikes, and what you want out of an additional controller. Save your money now so you can buy better gear that's more suitable for your style later.

I'm sure your parents will appreciate it too, and would be willing to spend more money on you when they see how much you've improved and have a better idea of what new gear you want.
Cole Maroto
26.11.2012		i wouldnt buy anything yet. play with what you have and see what would benefit you the most once you start hitting walls with your current gear. i know it's tough to curb the gear lust...i've been fighting it for years.
Dick Korus
26.11.2012		Id say an x1. But also believe before you buy, I bought before my time and ended up losing money because i found out i didnt have use for what i bought. Think it over and believe hard and check reviews and stuff. But id say an x1 because it would free up some space. give you access to 8 hotcues, has tempo nudge, extra knobs that you could map out. I have one and its a great controler.

Also check out the mappings for that launchpad, im pretty sure there is one that is like a midi fighter mapping.

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