Traktor Pro 4 - AI Battle Mixer Mockup

DJ_Don_D

I was impressed with the latest update of Traktor Pro and the newest updates to the Z1 and X1. You guys are definitely regaining market share in the DJ software and hardware space. I'm on board and have been since the beginning. Going forward, with the advent of AI, I wanted to pose a question about a possible update to the highly favorited, and imitated, flagship DJ battle mixer, Kontrol Z2. Please check out what came up in the response and let us, your loyal users, know if this is a possibility.

Note: I edited the AI response to fit the mockup of a updated battle mixer.

"A "Traktor Kontrol Z2 MK2" mockup would likely depict a compact, 2-channel DJ controller/battle mixer with a familiar design aesthetic to the original Z2, but with potential upgrades like: higher-resolution displays, improved fader quality (possibly with Innofader integration), more dedicated buttons for advanced Traktor features, a more streamlined layout, and potentially RGB lighting accents to enhance visual feedback during DJ sets. Key design elements to consider in a mockup:

• Layout: Maintain the core Z2 layout with two channel faders, dedicated crossfader, and essential transport controls, but potentially with a more refined button arrangement for easier access to key Traktor functions.
• Connectivity Options: Clearly indicate the expected input/output connections like RCA, XLR, USB A (for those CDJs), USB C, Thunderbolt and MIDI ports.
• Aesthetic enhancements: Consider a refined color scheme, potentially with a more modern color palette, and subtle design accents to differentiate it from the original Z2.
• Displays: Larger, higher resolution screens to display detailed waveform information, cue points, and potentially track metadata with improved visual clarity.
• Faders: High-quality fader technology, again, possibly with Innofader integration for precise control and smooth scratching capabilities, potentially with customizable fader curves, like an adjust knob or similar on the unit.
• Buttons and Knobs: Well-placed buttons for cueing, loop controls, effects activation, and other essential functions, with clear labeling.
• Lighting: RGB lighting accents on key components like buttons, faders to enhance the DJ experience.
• Build Quality: A robust and professional build with metal top plate, premium materials, maintaining the battle style nature of the original Z2.

Potential new features to consider in a MK2 iteration:

• Dedicated FX controls: Integration of Dedicated paddles, buttons or knobs for direct access to Traktor's effects section on board.
• Touchstrip integration: Maybe, A touch-sensitive strip for additional control over parameters like filter cutoff or volume.
• Stems Control:  Enhanced MIDI mapping with options for stems control and filters.
• Wireless connectivity: Potential for wireless MIDI connection to a laptop or mobile device."

There is still a huge market space that you guys can innovate and continue to be the leader in the DJ space. Please let me know what you think.

Ron_Dorfer

meiner Frage: Wird es demnächst auch eine vollwertige Traktor Version für iOS geben oder werdet ihr weiterhin bei der Philosophie bleiben, dass Traktor nur auf OS läuft? ich möchte gerne eine Anregung für eine Verbesserung an der Bibliotheks- und Playerdarstellung vorschlagen.
ich würde es super finden, wenn es die Möglichkeit gäbe , die Bibliothek und den Player auf unterschiedlichen Bildschirmen anzuzeigen? Zum Beispiel könnte der Player auf dem Laptop dargestellt werden, während die Bibliothek auf einem separaten Gerät wie einem iPad oder iPhone angezeigt wird. Dadurch wäre es möglich, die Bibliothek bequem durch Scrollen während der Player für eine bessere Nutzererfahrung vergrößert wird.

Ron Dorfer