Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol X1 MkII

A small monster

This controller, is a small monster. Good, potent and have a small size.

Allied with Traktor Pro 3, this gear can be used with a pair of turntables to make infinity possibilites in your dj set. And removes the need to use a mouse or trackpad to search for your tracks.

An awesome controller

I started playing sets at parties with a controller of a friend, it's an impulse 300. A nice, cheap, intro lvl controller. But working on Traktor with it felt like something is missing. so I've decided to get the X1/Z1 bundle and boy am I happy I did that.

The X1 is an exciting controller, gets a bit of getting used to but it's just awesome! You can do everything, and after a bit of practice you'll ask yourself two questions -

1. Why didn't I get it sooner

2. why do you even need more in a controller

I highly recommend anyone who wants a smaller set-up or who's getting started to get this controller.

Compact controllers, perfect for 4-deck mixing in Traktor

I use 2 units of the X1 in Traktor for four deck mixing. It's just the perfect tool to go along with a mixer of your choice. I have a xone 92 and an ESI gigaport+ soundcard; with the x1's this setup is the go-to configuration when mobile DJing.

Highly recommend the x1's for the ultimate setup when CDJ's are not an option. The x1 can also be setup alongside with CDJ's in HID mode to take advantage of Traktor's effects.

Fantastic bit of kit!

Truly excellent software controller. Very intuitive, well laid out and perfectly portable. It works seamlessly with Traktor. Transport control, looping and effects are a real breeze to operate. Complete enough to run a entire dj set and small enough to fit in your backpack. What is not to like?

Technically Precised Contestant

i could experience more controllers before purchasing them ,electronic music does offer a wide range of definitions,hours spent in front of computer materialized in the precised product achievements.technically i could write about the pleasure of having it every layer i put down,track after track or setting the next playlist , not mention the simple guidelines from where u can build up your perfect mix.uc-33 evolution made history in the digital age and i think Maschine Jam and X1 MK2 could be a strong contestant.

Love it

I've been using it for 5 years already, never had any issue with it, well built, joy and pleasure to use it.

Great alternative to larger controllers

The fact that is done for Traktor and is so small and compact, makes this controller the perfect alternative for entry level digital DJ's

Cant beat this, it just works perfectly

Cant beat this, it just works perfectly

X1 Mk1 was better

I've been using the MK1 since it came out, but the play and cue buttons have stopped responding which forced me to upgrade to the newer version, but I can not get used to the slight changes that NI "improved" in this version. Removing one of the knobs was a big mistake in my opinion. I used them to move my loop sections - a lot of times in the heat of the moment you trigger a loop too late, and for this it was extremely useful to be able to move them by one beat with the two top knobs. However, this cannot be done now without completely remapping the unit. I think it's a shame that they've discontinued support for the MK1 in later OS X versions - I really hope NI will release an MK3 version which is more similar to the original unit. I will have to sell these ones and look for two Mk1 on the second hand market. Please make sure you're comfortable with the changes before you upgrade the from MK1.

Great little controller

I use this in combination with a Z1 for a full set up (Z1 has the crossfader and levels) or on its own alongside my bigger rig with XDJs, where I use it just to control Traktor fx. Good build quality and nice and light. Can throw in a rucksack and take anywhere.