Native Instruments introduces Traktor Kontrol S2

Native Instruments introduces Traktor Kontrol S2

25 August, 2011 | 7.46AM

• Written by: Beatportal
• Filed under: Videos: native instruments, traktor

To celebrate the launch of their new Traktor Kontrol S2 device, Native Instruments invited Ean Golden to perform a live dubstep remix of Depeche Mode’s classic song “Enjoy the Silence.” Watch the video a couple of times, and keep your eyes open for the graphics overlays, to get a sense for how he’s using the sample decks to remix the song on the fly.

Traktor Kontrol S2 is the new, compact version of Native Instruments’ Traktor Kontrol S4. Click “continue reading” to learn more.

In the official press release, Native Instruments announced, “To offer DJs a more portable alternative to the professional 4-deck Traktor Kontrol S4 system, the Kontrol S2 is centered around a new compact controller hardware. It provides the same patent-pending high-resolution jog wheels, combined with ergonomic controls for cueing, looping and effects. The integrated 24bit/96 kHz sound card with its dual stereo outputs is based on the award-winning technology of the Traktor audio interface range, and provides the same acclaimed sound quality with its supreme clarity and especially high output volume.

“The two full-featured playback decks of the Traktor Kontrol S2 are complemented by the versatile Sample Decks of the latest Traktor Pro 2 software, which can add up to eight simultaneous one-shot samples or beat-synced loops to the mix. This effectively equips the Kontrol S2 system with a third channel that opens up a wide range of additional creative performance techniques beyond the typical two-deck paradigm in its product category.”

Traktor Kontrol S2 will be available beginning in October for a suggested retail price of $669 / 599 Euros; see here for more information.

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