Manual loop IN/OUT

mr_g00ch

Is it possible to configure the S4 Mk3 to behave like Pioneer CDJs in terms of manual looping?

Specifically:

1. Use of a loop OUT button to set a loop from the beginning of the track, having started the track
2. Use of a loop IN button to set a manual loop with use of a loop OUT button to set the end of the loop

In both examples, the track will be playing.

Or how is this done using the loop knob?

Many thanks.

mrg

Sûlherokhh

Not at all. You will have to map your own IN/OUT buttons. Loop encoder on the s4 sets a loop of a specified length (Loop Lengh), beginning (LoopIn) where you press it, deactivates the loop if you press a second time. Open up the advanced tab for Move/Loop controls to see what is happening in detail.

I added dedicated IN/OUT buttons to the S4 in my community performance mod in my signature, using REC and MUTE for setting the points and using the jogwheel to move them around while looping when holding down REC/MUTE.

Also check the s4 manual for using the encoders.

Sûlherokhh

Not at all. You will have to map your own IN/OUT buttons. Loop encoder on the s4 sets a loop of a specified length (Loop Lengh), beginning (LoopIn) where you press it, deactivates the loop if you press a second time. Open up the advanced tab for Move/Loop controls to see what is happening in detail.

I added dedicated IN/OUT buttons to the S4 in my community performance mod in my signature, using REC and MUTE for setting the points and using the jogwheel to move them around while looping when holding down REC/MUTE.

Also check the s4 manual for using the encoders.

mr_g00ch

Many thanks - that's exactly what I was looking for!!

I see the 'qml' folder in Traktor 4 package contents contains a 'Defines' folder, but the download does not - should the 'Defines' folder be reinstated?

Many thanks.

mrg

Sûlherokhh

You must keep all folders and files of the TP4 installation where they are (and make a copy of them for safety).

The handful of changed files of the mod must replace their original namesakes without touching the rest of the original files, which are all needed for TP4 to work.

mr_g00ch

Got it, used cp -R -f and it works great…!!

I owe you a coffee.

Sûlherokhh

Happy to hear that! :)

Thanks for your mod-support.

Also: i can't repeat enough that it's a good idea to read the page 1 quasi-manual carefully. There are hidden gems to be found. :)

mr_g00ch

Hi,

I notice that when using the manual IN/OUT loop buttons, the phrasing moves out. If I use the loop knob, it doesn't happen. Do I need to set something in preferences to ensure the IN button snaps to the grid?

Thanks.

Sûlherokhh

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/216215#Comment_216215

Is SNAP activated?

Sûlherokhh

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/216215#Comment_216215

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/216259#Comment_216259

I just tested it. When SNAP is active (SHIFT + QUANT [button right under MASTER VOLUME]), LoopIN and LoopOUT markers snap to the grid, as it should. Phrasing is all about having the LoopOut marker in the right place. You have to count the beats yourself, since the loop's length is determined manually.

mr_g00ch

Thanks Sûlherokhh.

SNAP is always activated - I've tested again and it works as expected - perhaps I was a beat out.

Love the use of LOOP IN/OUT over the encoder (its a bit clunky), especially when looping out the previous track.

Any updates on adding more colour FX? I tend to use Reverb and Delay on FX1/2.

Thanks again.

Mr G

mr_g00ch

And what's the best way to get an Echo effect?

Sûlherokhh

Delay (T3), Dry/Wet 0.5, Decay 0.4-0.8, LP/HP 0.6, 1/4 beat, closed (button 3 or 4 active, not sure which one).