⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡ 0:00 Intro 3:41 Does the Traktor X1 Mk3 have an audio interface? 5:02 How does the Traktor X1 Mk3 USB hub work? 5:53 What are the differences between the Traktor Kontrol X1 Mk2 and Mk3? 7:45 Why is there a "mixer mode"? 9:41 Is the new X1 Mk3 right for me? 14:30 What's the point of this new controller? 15:29 What features are missing in Traktor Pro 3 software? 17:44 Will Native Instruments come out with more advanced controllers? 18:56 What file format does the iTunes store sell? 21:18 Is the X1 Mk3 a good set-up for travelling? 22:21 What is it like to use modular DJ gear? 25:43 Will Traktor software add in live stems? 27:15 Why do some DJs build a hybrid, modular DJ set-up? 30:33 Where I can purchase your book "Rock The Dancefloor!"? 31:13 What's the most accessible DJ set-up, especially for blind DJs? 31:56 In your online DJ courses, do you also provide the music? 36:33 What gear can I travel with to work on scratch techniques? 37:52 What are your thoughts on Mixed In Key for determining energy levels?
Reviewing a product without having it plugged in is a big no-no IMO. Having said that, as a Traktor Kontrol X1 Mk1 lover I'm actually seriously interested in this,. Although now it has the much-appreciated onboard mixer controls a built-in audio interface would have made a lot of sense and made this the ideal low-footprint house party setup
What is missing that you need to know? It's a Midi controller, we all know what they do, and as I said in the video, the NI talkthrough is amazing, we have better things to do than remake their video, candidly.
@@digitaldjtips "NI can show it better and we have better things to do" is just a lame excuse for laziness. If you're reviewing a product then you demonstrate its specific features and you give your judgment on how useful they are for DJs. That especially goes when a product has an update that adds a lot of visual improvements for DJs like screens and multicolor LED indicators. What's the point of watching reviews on this channel anyway if you're not showing what the product is about? Point in case here: Other reviewers have criticized the info shown on the X1 Mk3 screens and think that NI could make better use of it. It's exactly this kind of info you need to demonstrate to your audience otherwise your review is simply not a review and basically useless. And mind you, reviews on this channel aren't all that great to begin with because you're not thoroughly testing equipment in a club environment like Mojaxx does, if at all. I consider them more as first impressions, done by someone who is probably more of a DJ enthusiast than a real DJ. If you want Digital DJ Tips to really be a reliable NO 1 source for all things DJing then I suggest you start with upping the quality of your reviews. And that begins with upping your review methods and being transparent about them. This industry could really borrow a page from some tech blogs in that regard.
@@digitaldjtips i’m going to screenshot this reply and use it in my sales/service presentations as how *not* to respond to people who invested time into your content and also took time to respond.
The Reloop Mixtour is more efficient than this controller, although it does have a sound card built it in, its volume output is weak compared to the Kontrol Z1. Also, for the same price Pioneer has the DDJFlx4 2 reck controller, along with a better software option w Rekordbox, cloud saves etc. Thank you for the review! You guys always do great work. Oh, and I think that the touch strip on the mk2 comes in handy for multiple reasons.
I actually have the MIXTOUR RELOOP and according to my usage two things are missing : the beatjump knobs and the pitch faders. These are the only things that make me consider switching for the Traktor X1 MK3.
You don't need the extra discontinued 'audio 2' box, you just need the £9 traktor DJ cable. Plugs into your laptop and gives you main and headphone outputs.
@@digitaldjtipstrue, but as a mobile set up for when I’m away with work and hand luggage only it’s enough. It also saved me quite a bit as I almost pushed the button on buying an audio2 on eBay for no real reason after watching this video.
Hi Phil loved the last part about the energy level and the mixed in key app. I just use mixed in key for the reason it types the word - energy in comments field- then i change the number to a 1-thru 5 like you told me years ago ! Works great and i do find myself altering those numbers every now and then. Good stuff ❤
It's certainly easier, but no you don't. There is a basic mixer on there and if you want to use it as a travel set up you can just get a traktor dj cable for around £9 so you can play both the main and still get headphones for previewing your next track. I also use a mini input switch so I can pass both of those outputs to the same headphones and just switch between them depending upon whether I'm cueing/ previewing the track or whether I'm actually mixing the track.
with the touchstrip we were able to navigate through the song, selecting where to start the song or set a cue point. Now if i am not wrong the only way yo do it is with beatjump and by using the + - buttons but this process is much slower. @@digitaldjtips
Phil - I'll repeat myself politely - we would like to see your experiences and unbiased feedback actually using these devices - not be shown an inactive box and sent elsewhere for an official walkthrough ; your video is titled as a 'review'. Will unsubscribe if this becomes the norm. Commented as constructive criticism and love for your channel, thank you. @@digitaldjtips
I still cant believe they didnt add a ahift function to control decks c and d, NI said you will need 2 controllers for 4 decks. You can map it but lose functions doing that.
@@digitaldjtips Another question, slightly off topic. Setting up my Traktor pro 3 via MacBook connects to CDJ 2000 & 3000s djm900mk2. Getting deck A & B playing same channel. Do you have a link of the tip of connection. Nothing seems to work!
Who seriously cares of live stems!!! Cmon live stems are for hobby home DJs! And you know it… If we are serious about stems we should pre prepare with RipX…
I will buy it just to have a extra equipment but in my opinion the allen and heath k2 is a better option tbh.. I been using Traktor since 2011 and over the years people not even using Native instruments equipment anymore, 4 years ago I bought the allen and heath k2 trust me it is worth it.. the traktor software for me is fine but for the competition is lacking in a lot of stuff Native instruments needs to step up their game.
Again with flexible beat grid? Cmon you teach to DJ in every way possible! We don’t need flexible beat grid. We need Traktor to have a proper Retina display interface and daylight mode…
Common traktor…!!! Your software is stuck in 2013! Isotope RX10’s stem separation is surprisingly worse than virtual dj’s live stem separation. Hopefully they use the latest demucs model or something similar in a future iteration of RX and Traktor.
fuck that ,how can they create a MK3 without a own headphone plug in the MK3 device, you got no main output if you plug in your headphones, german engineering in 2024
@@Smeschn If you look for traktor's own introduction videos on this you'll see all the use cases. When travelling I use the traktor DJ cable which is around £9 and that enables me to preview tracks or listen to the main. You'll connect the X1 to your laptop anyway so it's just a small cheap cable to add and you're set for a minimal set up.
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
0:00 Intro
3:41 Does the Traktor X1 Mk3 have an audio interface?
5:02 How does the Traktor X1 Mk3 USB hub work?
5:53 What are the differences between the Traktor Kontrol X1 Mk2 and Mk3?
7:45 Why is there a "mixer mode"?
9:41 Is the new X1 Mk3 right for me?
14:30 What's the point of this new controller?
15:29 What features are missing in Traktor Pro 3 software?
17:44 Will Native Instruments come out with more advanced controllers?
18:56 What file format does the iTunes store sell?
21:18 Is the X1 Mk3 a good set-up for travelling?
22:21 What is it like to use modular DJ gear?
25:43 Will Traktor software add in live stems?
27:15 Why do some DJs build a hybrid, modular DJ set-up?
30:33 Where I can purchase your book "Rock The Dancefloor!"?
31:13 What's the most accessible DJ set-up, especially for blind DJs?
31:56 In your online DJ courses, do you also provide the music?
36:33 What gear can I travel with to work on scratch techniques?
37:52 What are your thoughts on Mixed In Key for determining energy levels?
I just pre-ordered one from Sweetwater.
Enjoy
A review on the Traktor X1 MK3 without turning on the machine and 98% of questions you red that has nothing to do with Traktor X1 MK3. I say no more…
Sorry if you felt misled by our training.
Couldve done with turning it on? I want to know how you scrub through thnes without the touchbar
Look at the NI demo, as I recommended at the start
@@digitaldjtipsDid you watch the NI demo? It doesn't answer this question
Reviewing a product without having it plugged in is a big no-no IMO. Having said that, as a Traktor Kontrol X1 Mk1 lover I'm actually seriously interested in this,. Although now it has the much-appreciated onboard mixer controls a built-in audio interface would have made a lot of sense and made this the ideal low-footprint house party setup
What is missing that you need to know? It's a Midi controller, we all know what they do, and as I said in the video, the NI talkthrough is amazing, we have better things to do than remake their video, candidly.
@@digitaldjtips "NI can show it better and we have better things to do" is just a lame excuse for laziness. If you're reviewing a product then you demonstrate its specific features and you give your judgment on how useful they are for DJs. That especially goes when a product has an update that adds a lot of visual improvements for DJs like screens and multicolor LED indicators. What's the point of watching reviews on this channel anyway if you're not showing what the product is about?
Point in case here: Other reviewers have criticized the info shown on the X1 Mk3 screens and think that NI could make better use of it. It's exactly this kind of info you need to demonstrate to your audience otherwise your review is simply not a review and basically useless.
And mind you, reviews on this channel aren't all that great to begin with because you're not thoroughly testing equipment in a club environment like Mojaxx does, if at all. I consider them more as first impressions, done by someone who is probably more of a DJ enthusiast than a real DJ. If you want Digital DJ Tips to really be a reliable NO 1 source for all things DJing then I suggest you start with upping the quality of your reviews. And that begins with upping your review methods and being transparent about them. This industry could really borrow a page from some tech blogs in that regard.
@@digitaldjtips i’m going to screenshot this reply and use it in my sales/service presentations as how *not* to respond to people who invested time into your content and also took time to respond.
The Reloop Mixtour is more efficient than this controller, although it does have a sound card built it in, its volume output is weak compared to the Kontrol Z1. Also, for the same price Pioneer has the DDJFlx4 2 reck controller, along with a better software option w Rekordbox, cloud saves etc. Thank you for the review! You guys always do great work. Oh, and I think that the touch strip on the mk2 comes in handy for multiple reasons.
Thanks for sharing!
I actually have the MIXTOUR RELOOP and according to my usage two things are missing : the beatjump knobs and the pitch faders. These are the only things that make me consider switching for the Traktor X1 MK3.
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Dear Phil will you do a review with the X1 MK3 connected?
Maybe at some point.
Is it possible to use the USB integrated in the x1 mk3 as output ports for RCA?
No
Thanks!
You don't need the extra discontinued 'audio 2' box, you just need the £9 traktor DJ cable. Plugs into your laptop and gives you main and headphone outputs.
Only in mono though
@@digitaldjtipstrue, but as a mobile set up for when I’m away with work and hand luggage only it’s enough. It also saved me quite a bit as I almost pushed the button on buying an audio2 on eBay for no real reason after watching this video.
the kontrol
X1 mk3 of the Z1?
Hello there can i use x1 and z1 and god to go for djing?? Thanks
Yes you can as long as you don't want jogwheels of some kind
the x1 mk2 had a touch strip to correct the sync how do you fix it with the new one
@@digitaldjtips
How does this work with a Cdj and mixer set up. I’m confused
By using the mixer's audio interface, and Midi/HID to the CDJs.
Hi Phil loved the last part about the energy level and the mixed in key app. I just use mixed in key for the reason it types the word - energy in comments field- then i change the number to a 1-thru 5 like you told me years ago ! Works great and i do find myself altering those numbers every now and then. Good stuff ❤
Good stuff!
Don't understand the proper usecase of it
I stopped using mixed in key this month and I typed in the energy level -1 thru 5 in the comments field - one less app to have to deal with
Does it require power or I can run it from usb or even a samsung tablet ?
It runs from USB with a power option should your device be unable to supply sufficient power that way
Faderfox dj-3 y 4 has same features since years...I use it for many years, is the maximum portability to control 4 decks and effects on traktor
Not made for many years sadly
Will the Unit work with dj pro Ai ?
It can be mapped to that software for sure.
Thanks for your detailed review!
Glad it was helpful!
Ah ah ah detailed review? Is it a joke isn’t it? Only advertisements for DDT!
So I need an additional mixer to use the x1 ?
Depends how you want to use it. But usually DJs will indeed use alongside extra equipment, typically a digital mixer would be part of such a set-up.
It's certainly easier, but no you don't. There is a basic mixer on there and if you want to use it as a travel set up you can just get a traktor dj cable for around £9 so you can play both the main and still get headphones for previewing your next track. I also use a mini input switch so I can pass both of those outputs to the same headphones and just switch between them depending upon whether I'm cueing/ previewing the track or whether I'm actually mixing the track.
Will we see a z1 MK2?
That would be good
Can I use it with record box ?
You could almost certainly map it to Rekordbox.
It's likely we will see an F1 replacement when they introduce Live Stems
I do not know!
Probably connect hid mode LC 6000 it will be good
Yeah good point! Do you know how well LC6000 works with Traktor?
A Spanish do a mapping
I would like you do a try
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Where is the touch strip? 😞 😢
They decided not enough people use it, and removed it
with the touchstrip we were able to navigate through the song, selecting where to start the song or set a cue point. Now if i am not wrong the only way yo do it is with beatjump and by using the + - buttons but this process is much slower. @@digitaldjtips
I've bought and installed several NI products. But installing this has been a real pain.
Hope you figure it out.
Real shame not to see it being used, and see the lighting features.
As I said, take a look at the NI walkthrough video - they demo it really well in that.
Fully agree! Shame Phil! But we know he doesn’t like Traktor
@@digitaldjtipsso why doing a such poor review????
Phil - I'll repeat myself politely - we would like to see your experiences and unbiased feedback actually using these devices - not be shown an inactive box and sent elsewhere for an official walkthrough ; your video is titled as a 'review'. Will unsubscribe if this becomes the norm. Commented as constructive criticism and love for your channel, thank you. @@digitaldjtips
I still cant believe they didnt add a ahift function to control decks c and d, NI said you will need 2 controllers for 4 decks. You can map it but lose functions doing that.
Probably thought it would all get a bit fiddly. Many DJs buy two for that purpose.
I try to buy it but said “Sold out” at £85 as an member of NI. But rrp £250. So I have to wait til they are back in stock 🙄
Hope you can get one soon!
@@digitaldjtips Another question, slightly off topic. Setting up my Traktor pro 3 via MacBook connects to CDJ 2000 & 3000s djm900mk2. Getting deck A & B playing same channel. Do you have a link of the tip of connection. Nothing seems to work!
@@DjJeffo78Are you trying to set up HID mode? Just search "setting up CDJ 3000 hid mode in Traktor Pro 3" and you'll find plenty of video tutorials.
@@djsubculture2786 I’ve tried it, but Both decks still plays out same channel. Mixer is djm900 nxs2
Its too expensive, i wish the mark 1 was still available. I used it for many years and it was really worth the money at half the price of the new one.
Nice little unit!
Who seriously cares of live stems!!! Cmon live stems are for hobby home DJs! And you know it… If we are serious about stems we should pre prepare with RipX…
Indeed, we love (and teach - indeed, partner with) RipX. It is not for everyone though.
£300? Native Instruments are taking the piss at that price.
This is my set with "Traktor" Z2 & X1:
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I will buy it just to have a extra equipment but in my opinion the allen and heath k2 is a better option tbh.. I been using Traktor since 2011 and over the years people not even using Native instruments equipment anymore, 4 years ago I bought the allen and heath k2 trust me it is worth it.. the traktor software for me is fine but for the competition is lacking in a lot of stuff Native instruments needs to step up their game.
We also love the K2!
Again with flexible beat grid? Cmon you teach to DJ in every way possible! We don’t need flexible beat grid. We need Traktor to have a proper Retina display interface and daylight mode…
Maybe you don't. Many people do (it's the top request we get asked about Traktor).
Don't understand the proper usecase of it
It's not for you then! 😉
Common traktor…!!! Your software is stuck in 2013!
Isotope RX10’s stem separation is surprisingly worse than virtual dj’s live stem separation. Hopefully they use the latest demucs model or something similar in a future iteration of RX and Traktor.
Let's hope so
fuck that ,how can they create a MK3 without a own headphone plug in the MK3 device, you got no main output if you plug in your headphones, german engineering in 2024
Because it is designed to be used in systems with an audio interface
@@digitaldjtips ok can you show an example ? i think its important to know that...
@@Smeschn If you look for traktor's own introduction videos on this you'll see all the use cases. When travelling I use the traktor DJ cable which is around £9 and that enables me to preview tracks or listen to the main. You'll connect the X1 to your laptop anyway so it's just a small cheap cable to add and you're set for a minimal set up.