Scamo's Traktor S4 FX Jogs Xtreme Mapping - Builder Version

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Scamo's Traktor S4 FX Jogs Xtreme Mapping - Builder Version
Posted on: 01.08.2012 by Rey Holubar
The goal of this Builder mapping is to give everyone the basis to create their own mappings with their own effect groups or modes.



The tutorial video attached to this mapping is about the fundamentals of my mapping and it is my first video, so go easy on me.;-) I'll be coming out with a "How to map my mapping" video very soon and it will be posted in the DJTT.com community . I'll see if I can edit in a link to the video here too, so everyone using this mapping can also be informed about its release and be able to learn the basics to mapping their own effects modes.

In this thread, I go more in depth into how the mapping works and how to map an FX mode with the builder mapping.

http://community .djranking s.com/showthread.php?t=56596

To install this mapping, open the "Preferences" window in Traktor and click on the big "Import" button at the bottom left. Find the Builder TSI file you downloaded here on your computer, select it and press "Open". Then press "Ok" to accept the categories to import. Do this import procedure twice to make sure the mapping has installed correctly.

I hope you have fun with this mapping and you all start posting forks of my mapping here with your ideas of effect modes. I'd really like that!:-)

scamo

Update: 5.0.2

Feature addition 1: In this mapping, you do not have to press shift to select effect modes with the gain knobs, once you are in FX Jogs mode.
Feature addtion 2: You can now press shift to adjust the gain, when in FX jogs mode.
Bug correction: Selection of FX modes, when not in FX Jogs mode fixed. If you are not in FX Jogs mode, the gain knobs only adjust gain values for the channels now.

Update: 5.0.3

Fixed issue with increments only going to 4 and not 7.
Fixed issue with set value for knob 3 of the grouped effect units.

Update: 5.0.4

Fixed issue with modifier 8
Delena Katherman
12.08.2012
How's that final version coming? No pressure...ha ha.
Rey Holubar
13.08.2012
Originally Posted by catvideos
It happens in one-shot mode, I'm a Windows user.

Here are the links to the how to map videos, I'm sure Scamo will update the first post as well.
Thanks, I did.


the modifer state parts are confusing as shit to me right now. need more coffee to wake my brain up.
Which parts of the modifiers are you not getting? I know I explained the incrementing poorly (actually, not at all). But it isn't that hard, once you catch on.

scamo
Kristie Grosskurth
12.08.2012
Originally Posted by scamo
On the delay FX hanging issue, is it in the one-shot mode or incremental where you have the issue? Are you using Windows or Mac?

scamo
It happens in one-shot mode, I'm a Windows user.

Here are the links to the how to map videos, I'm sure Scamo will update the first post as well.

Part 1:


Part 2:


the modifer state parts are confusing as shit to me right now. need more coffee to wake my brain up.
Rey Holubar
11.08.2012
Originally Posted by catvideos
definitely enjoying the preview. seems like the delay fx gets "stuck" on during normal use on both decks. having the reset macro is very helpful

edit: im watching your part one of how to map and you mentioned fixing a bug that sounds very much like the one i've been experiencing. nicely done!
On the delay FX hanging issue, is it in the one-shot mode or incremental where you have the issue? Are you using Windows or Mac?

scamo
Lucia Boemer
11.08.2012
From Previous Post... ": im watching your part one of how to map and you mentioned fixing a bug that sounds very much like the one i've been experiencing. nicely done![/QUOTE]

Where are you able to see this , I couldn't see a link? I'd love to see the 1st 1/2 of the "how to map" video. Thanks
"
Marti Virkler
11.08.2012
I suggest having an echo out be built into this mapping that is easily accessible at any point in time. Echo out is huge for me during transitions so if it's possible I would really appreciate you throwing that in! (if not i'm sure i can finagle something and figure it out myself). Armyofme's riser effect is also pretty neat so i'm not averse to throwing that in. And finally the transpose effect used in this video is SICK.

Also... any way to get a key functionality into this mapping? Again if not i'll see if i can't tweak it and figure out a creative way of doing it myself .

Thanks for your great work!
Kristie Grosskurth
11.08.2012
definitely enjoying the preview. seems like the delay fx gets "stuck" on during normal use on both decks. having the reset macro is very helpful

edit: im watching your part one of how to map and you mentioned fixing a bug that sounds very much like the one i've been experiencing. nicely done!
Rey Holubar
11.08.2012
Can't watch the video. The Gema is blocking it. But I already have a beatmasher and transpose effect. Thanks.

scamo
Lucia Boemer
10.08.2012
Scamo, check out the "Beatmasher 2 + Transpose effect in" @ 1:15 in the following video,

if you're looking to fill another effect slot.
Rey Holubar
10.08.2012
Yes, mode 2 is now like franekk's beatmasher 1/8 and transpose stretch with a TTFX stop.

Cool story too. Thanks for that! But the mapping is only 50% of the whole deal. Using it properly and well is the other 50% and that was all you man.

scamo
Geoffrey Keberlein
10.08.2012
Had a great moment at the bar toevening with your original mapping... used a little bit of the first effect to stutter loop a track and a guy on the dancefloor noticed and suggested I stutter this one phrase that was being repeated through the track (E-40's "Bitch") so I gave it a shot, somehow pulled it off flawlessly with a drop back in to the main beat and the guy was genuinely stunned/impressed... the entire time I'm believeing "fuck yea Scamo, you da man!!!!!"

Can't wait for the video to try my own effects and your final version with all effects!!! Please tell me some of them use the trick that emulates the RMX-1000 rewind/power down effect!!!! As seen in this post

http://community .djranking s.com/showthread.php?t=51820
Delena Katherman
10.08.2012
I was just going to experiment a little with doing some of my own tweaks and mapping some new effects. However, I like to use the presets as a starting point. I'd rather wait until your final version comes out before making any significant changes to the other mapping that I may end up liking. I also like to route another midi controller to turn effects 1-4 on/off for each deck, as well as some other minor things that suit my workflow. It's worth it to just wait for the newest version before putting effort into a mapping that may soon be redundant/useless to me! Thanks for the update.
Rey Holubar
10.08.2012
The Full version mapping isn't quite finished yet. This weekend it should be released. But you all should know how well my plans go by now.

What modifications do you want to add, if I may ask?

scamo
Delena Katherman
10.08.2012
So, is the full mapping finished, then? No pressure. I'm just excited to get my hands on it. I have some modifications I want to do to your current mapping, but want to wait for the final full version before I dive in.
Rey Holubar
10.08.2012
Hi,

Yes, the builder version only has one FX mode. It is there only as an example, so you can see what is going on (if you can read it out of the Controller Manager).

The Full version will have a lot more FX modes. I am at 15 currently.

As for the PDF. I am doing videos now. I doubt I'll find the time to do both, but thanks for the compliment.

Also a small update. Part 1 of my "How to Map my Mapping Video" is up....finally. As soon as the second part is up, I'll post a thread to do a discussion.

scamo
Lucia Boemer
09.08.2012
Scamo, great work !!!! much thanks. Does this builder version have more than the 1st effect/grouping acitve? or is more to come for the "full" version. Also The PDF that you did for the 1st 5.o mapping was great.
Thanks
Rey Holubar
07.08.2012
Oh, about the video. I am going to make a third attempt today to get it uploaded in two parts and in a lesser quality, so it won't take so long. My internet connection is a bummer.

scamo
Kristie Grosskurth
07.08.2012
cant wait for the how to vid, thrilling stuff
Geoffrey Keberlein
07.08.2012
No worries Scamo!!! Keep up the great troubleshooting!!!
Rey Holubar
07.08.2012
Hate to say it, but now 5.0.4 of the builder mapping is up. I had found a mistake with how mod 8 was working. It could cause you problems, so please download the newest version.

scamo
Rey Holubar
06.08.2012
Ok, version 5.0.3 is up. Please use it to do your own FX Jogs mappings. I believe this should be the last update and I apologize should anyone already be mapping away.

Part one of the "How to" video is uploading.

scamo
Rey Holubar
06.08.2012
Another update. Google killed the upload, because it is too long. Max video length is now at 15 minutes. I didn't know that. The "how to" video is almost 30 minutes long and it could have been longer too. So I am going to have to split up the video into two small ones.

Also, version 5.0.3 of the builder mapping will be coming out toevening . I found two less serious bugs yesterday and these fixes also need to be available, before my "how-to" video is public. Otherwise you guys will be going "WTF!". LOL!

As for donations. I'll give it some more contemplation. I do actually believe this whole project is getting to a point, where I could receive money for the work I've been doing and not feel bad about it. I am also believeing about even starting a mapping service, so DJs, who don't have the time or knowledge to map, can just ask if I can get it done for them. For that though, I need to have a slew of controllers on hand and for that I also need capital. It's a very chicken and egg thingy.

At any rate, thanks for all the moral support for sure!

scamo
Geoffrey Keberlein
06.08.2012
LOVE THE MAP!!!!!! I've been using Eans depeche mode map for a while and really wanted there to be MORE to it but i never spent the time to do it myself. So after giving your map a shot recently I can't get enough of it and am excited to hear you are planning on making the how-to video.

I'll add more the discussion as I use it and come up anything on my own but I wanted you to PM your Paypal email address so I can send you a donation for the great work you've put into this! I get paid for DJing every weekend and will be using this A LOT, especially with your how to tutorial.. both are valuable to me so I'm willing to kick a some $$ to you!

Can't wait to see this take off big time!
Rey Holubar
06.08.2012
Ok, I'll get it. As, for status. The how to video was uploading last evening . It is finished. The full version is still not finished. Although my vacation is over, I still want to get the mapping done this week, cause I must concentrate on our first gig coming soon.

scamo
Marth Mccone
06.08.2012
Originally Posted by scamo
Nope, but I sure will sometime in the future. Give it a go and let us know what you believe. Have you done some mapping before?

scamo
Hey Scamo, you definitely have to try extreme mapping. It is so much easier and better than the normal controller manager and the mappings work perfectly without any kind of bugs. I`m pretty sure it can help you so much with your project.
Great mapping btw!
Maxwell Zubke
05.08.2012
Another s4 user chiming in to tell you how much I appreciate all your hard work. I havent used the effects on my s4 the "normal" way since I discovered your mapping a couple of months ago.
Using the jog wheels to control my effects just feels so much more intuitive to me. I like to use the jog wheel effects in combination with loops and cues.

Now I just have to keep finding better FX combinations!
Edwardo Rothenberger
05.08.2012
Originally Posted by scamo
Nope, but I sure will sometime in the future. Give it a go and let us know what you believe. Have you done some mapping before?
I've only done cues for the computer keyboard.

I just got an F1 and now love having the 8 cues turned on for the S4. I believe when I tried your mapping and then turned on the cues 5 - 8 the mapping didn't work any more.

Would love to get into mapping though.
Rey Holubar
05.08.2012
Working on it and the "How to map my mapping video" today. We'll see how far I get. Theoretically, if I can work straight through with no interruptions, I'll have both finished. I am excited too. I just remapped ArmyofMe's Sweep Drama effect for the video and was also again amazed at how fun it is.... Keep your fingers crossed!

scamo
Britt Roback
05.08.2012
Hi Scamo. Great work pal, very well done. When do you foresee the full version being ready?
Lolita Gissendaner
05.08.2012
Scamo!
Thanks a lot! without you my S4 would be just a basic controller but I can see the abilities you can

magically I am excited and yes my hats off to You for the efforts and time, I have tried the 5.0.2 and understood

the procedure, just waiting patiently for the other mods to be filled up with effects



Thanks!
Rey Holubar
04.08.2012
Nope, but I sure will sometime in the future. Give it a go and let us know what you believe. Have you done some mapping before?

scamo
Edwardo Rothenberger
04.08.2012
Scamo,

Have you tried the Xtreme Mapping app now that you have a MBP, or have you any experience of it?

Wondering if I should give it a go.
Rey Holubar
02.08.2012
Ok, 5.0.2 is up.

scamo
Delena Katherman
03.08.2012
Love the changes you are implementing. Definitely worth the wait. Keep us updated, and thanks again for the hard work.
Rey Holubar
02.08.2012
Hey everyone,

Good news and bad. Two things have happened since yesterday. Firstly, I was working on the "How to map my mapping" video yesterday evening and I ran into a very stupid bug. Basically, you can turn on the effects (the modifier selection) with shift and the gain knobs, even though you are not in FX Jogs mode. This is really stupid only because I have only been testing how things should work all the time, but not how things should not work, like if someone starts screwing with shift and gain knobs, even though they aren't in FX Jogs mode. And yes, it could happen in the heat of DJ'ing and what this mistake ends up doing is screwing up the modifiers, should the mode be set to "0" and FX Jogs is turned on and unfortunately, there is no simple way to get around this issue.

The second thing that happened is, a user asked me via PM yesterday, if there is some way to use the pitch fader to select the effect modes, so he has a hand free to continue to work with. (And thanks for such feedback. It really helps!) That got me believeing too, because, yes, to make the mapping workflow even better, it would be very, very useful to have a free hand to possibly select effect modes on the other decks while "Jogging" away, but having to press shift and turn a gain knob means you always need two hands and must release the jog.

Well, the good news is, I found a very good solution to both problems and I am almost finished with the "re"mapping of the Builder mapping. The new changes work pretty damn good too.

What will be different in the new Builder release?

Once you are in FX Jog mode by pressing the "Load" button, the gain knobs automatically turn into the FX mode controls. No need to press shift anymore. If you want to control the gain of a channel again, you just have press shift. Aha!

The bad news is, the full mapping is now delayed some more, as I always have to start from scratch with the Builder and add all the modes to it. (don't worry, it doesn't take too long to add the effect modes and it is much safer and actually easier than adding the changes to the full version, believe me, it is.)

So, look out for 5.0.2 Builder coming real soon!

scamo
Somer Vanstraten
02.08.2012
i managed to see the video, good work!! really interesting.
Randell Juna
01.08.2012
scamooooooo! lookin' gooooood m8
ty for new version!!
Somer Vanstraten
01.08.2012
Originally Posted by scamo
Is Youtube blocking it for Italy? That would be a shame. I hope it doesn't get blocked for more countries. If it wouldn't take so long, I'd upload it to Vimeo or Facebook too. Maybe in a few days.....

scamo
Oh yes, blocked.
Waiting for it then
Rey Holubar
01.08.2012
Originally Posted by CionniAsDj
Ahhhh, i can't see the video! i was really curious about that
Is Youtube blocking it for Italy? That would be a shame. I hope it doesn't get blocked for more countries. If it wouldn't take so long, I'd upload it to Vimeo or Facebook too. Maybe in a few days.....

scamo
Rey Holubar
01.08.2012
No, if you hit 14, you have to scroll back down. But, it is really fast. You can go from 1 to 14 or back again with about 2 full turns of the gain knob.

scamo

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