Reloop rp-8000 mk2 + Z2 traktor

D33p7

Setup:
1 single reloop rp-8000 mk2 turntable
1 z2 traktor control mixer
+Traktor v3 latest update
Use of setup: DVS+ANALOG VINYL

I would like to know:

-Should I plug the reloop rp-8000 into the "phono" input or into the "line" input of the Z2 mixer? Which is the best connection between the two for optimum latency response during timecode scratching?

-to use the rp-8000's midi I can connect

the rp-8000's usb cable to the z2(usb) mixer or only to the PC? (Do the Z2 mixer's usb connections communicate the rp-8000's midi to the traktor PC?)

Which usb is best for optimum latency and timecode performance with rp-8000?

#reloop #relooprp-8000 #rp-8000

maniacintosh81

I don't expect much difference between using line or phono inputs. The signal has to pass through a phono preamp both ways. If it is inside the turntable or the mixer shouldn't make much difference. Best is to try yourself which solution works better for you. I would more expect a difference in sound quality while using analog vinyl than a difference in latency - if at all. With timecode it shouldn't matter at all.

The USB-A ports on Kontrol Z2 are an USB hub, you can connect your RP-8000 Mk2 to that and the MIDI signals will get to your computer. As they pass through the Z2 there should be a bit more latency compared to a direct USB connection between RP-8000 and your PC but I doubt you'll notice a difference.