Is there any word on new TRAKTOR KONTROL hardware?

Ranger · December 2024

It's been 7 years plus since a DJ controller has been issued. Any word on anything new?
I need to make a decision, that this would change my path.

big thanks

maniacintosh81 · December 2024

The release of last DJ controller (Z1 Mk2) from NI is just weeks ago - not years. An most likely there will be no new hardware with a Traktor Kontrol name. Traktor Kontrol X1 (Mk2) was renamed to Traktor X1 (Mk3) with the new generation. Z1 Mk2 is also officially just a Traktor Z1 (Mk2) no Kontrol in the name anymore.

I assume you are waiting for a new S series all in one controller by NI. No announcement in this regard was made yet. I expect S2 Mk4, S3 Mk2 and S4 Mk4 will come sooner or later but when will be the question. Maybe in 2025 maybe later after a F1 Mk2 (which I expect for late summer/fall 2025). Heard no rumours about new Traktor S series controllers yet. But I am pretty sure they will be calles Traktor S2, Traktor S3 and Traktor S4 without Kontrol in the name - this designation seems to reserved for NIs keyboards now.

Skyba · January 2

Who cares, will it have Kontrol in its name? There were lately 4 new controllers from Pioneer not including standalones: FLX2, FLX4, FLX6 and FLX10, and it looks they have success on the market. The small controllers NI released this year are nice, I also bought one, but this is not what we are really trying to understand. I would really like to know, is NI going to release new generation S-series controllers or not? It is not so critical will it be released a few months sooner or later, but are they working on it at all?

lord-carlos · January 2

NI is tight lipped around this subject, same as most other companies.

Interfaced · January 19

I also need to upgrade my S4 MK1 hardware due to missing drivers for up to date operating systems. I will not buy 7y old DJ hardware now that might break soon again. Probably I will switch to another brand for the hardware

Ranger · January 19

well it appears that they have been too for too long and the trend for the last almost 3 years has had people jump ship to other products and software. The theory is not actually going to do anything and Have killed the S line but just don’t people. I’ve been waiting and holding off for years for something new time has officially for me. I posted this exact question years ago, and it was removed with no response or teaser. We literally own

Stevan · January 19

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/204946#Comment_204946

Dedicated Sequencer and Pattern Player controller. Capable of 4 Fx Units control.

Ranger · January 20

the expectation that it’s just “fine” to invest in a six year old piece of technology, with not even a blip of information from the manufacturer creates a an almost a zero buyer confidence level. They discontinued, the MK2 with a “ driver issue” if you dig deep enough isn’t really a thing. The age of the MK3 has given buyers an insecurity about purchasing it with worry that they’ll turn around and they’ll be another one right after they purchase with no recourse. I’m sure if you post question in the proper form. You will find there are lots of features that people are looking for including large screens connectivity to USB. find there are lots of features that people are looking for including and connectivity

ilove1981 · January 20

I'm seriously considering picking up an S8 when playing out for now. I'm using Stems more and more and although the implementation is OK with the S4Mk3, I just prefer using my D2s when at home. The physical control of stems with faders is just superb and the screens are so good, even for a nine-year old piece of hardware. I now realise that controller (and the D2) were just so far ahead of their time in some respects…

Kubrak · January 20

I am still on S5 and D2s. No real need for anything newer….

IMHO NI will come with new controllers for Traktor soon. If current ones are close to be sold out.

Trancer · January 20

It would be nice if they released something like the DDJ-FLX10, Rane Four or LC6000.
I think they would be well received.

Stevan · January 21

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/205073#Comment_205073

Z2 and updated F1 would make the most sense.

Oxy · January 22

No way I would buy a new S4mk3 7 years after it launched. The CDJ3000 and SC6000 are also 5 years old now. We really need something rather sooner then later.

Sûlherokhh · January 22

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/205380#Comment_205380

I bought my last D2 10 years after it was launched and i am truly satisfied with the device. Age does not mean bad. What is wrong with something not being the latest most hyped thing?

Owner · January 22

I assume that the existing modular range will now be supplemented with a new F1 MKII and then closed off again. I no longer believe in a Z2 MKII or something similar, but I'm happy to be surprised. It would also be nice if there were something from third-party manufacturers again. But to be honest, due to the market structure, I don't really see who else would come up with something for Traktor. Personally, I don't really care about new controllers like an S4, unless it's a kind of hybrid between an S8 and an S4. I would find something like that exciting.

Edit: At best, something like a new D2 would be exciting, but I've never had one of those myself, although its fanbase still seems to be very large.

KarimS · January 22

https://community.native-instruments.com/discussion/comment/204957#Comment_204957

You're pretty much describing a Roland DJ 808 or something even bigger if it will handle 4 effects units. It will be an absolute behemoth and will probably cost twice as much as the S4 although I'm sure it would be a pleasure to use. Given the time that it's taking them to resolve bugs with the TP4, release I can only hope that they take their time and at least get the quality right on any hardware release......

Is there any word on new TRAKTOR KONTROL hardware?

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