Traktor Z1

aeiz
aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer
in Traktor Software & Hardware

Hello.  Do you still sell the Traktor Z1?  I came in contact with it recently through a friend who gave me my first real DJ lesson, and I really like it for its portability and versatility (I need something I can travel with).  I don't see it on The NI website though.  Can anyone point me in the right direction?


Also, which is the newest version -- the MK1/MK2/MK3, and what are the notable differences, if any?  I'm a brand new beginner so just looking to get started with something slim and portable.


Thank you. I can't wait to start djing and live my true passion!!!!!!!!!!

Best Answer

Answers

  • Sûlherokhh
    Sûlherokhh Member, Traktor Mapping Mod Posts: 3,385 mod
    edited March 21 Answer ✓

    Mk2 is the latest. Availability is on/off the last few weeks and depends on the country you are in.

    This is the page where it appears when it is available again:

    https://www.native-instruments.com/en/catalog/hardware/traktor/dj-mixer/

    And this is the device page:

    https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/traktor/dj-controllers/traktor-z1/

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    Thank you very much! I found it on amazon for a great price but I'm not sure if it's the Mk1 or the MK2.

    Any idea if the 22180 model is the Mk1 or the Mk2? https://shorturl.at/Vqzah

  • Sûlherokhh
    Sûlherokhh Member, Traktor Mapping Mod Posts: 3,385 mod
    edited March 22

    Traktor Kontrol Z1 (Mk1):

    Untitled Image

    Traktor (no Kontrol) Z1 Mk2:

    Untitled Image

    Easy to tell apart.

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    Ah okay, the /OLED display is a dead giveaway. In your opinion, is it worth the upgrade? Will I be sorry later if I get the mk1, or it just a upgrade that doesn't really matter?

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    Is it just an expensive upsell that doesn't really matter?

  • red_nick
    red_nick Member Posts: 327 Pro

    I don't have the mk2, but IMO the buttons to change the filters are the feature I would actually really like, more than the screens!

  • Sûlherokhh
    Sûlherokhh Member, Traktor Mapping Mod Posts: 3,385 mod
    edited March 22

    Plus:

    • Out of the box STEM controls.
    • Secondary Main Audio Out (Jack)
    • MixerFX controls
    • Screen Feedback
    • Sleek new design (looks good, feels good).
    • QML mapping, allowing complete redesign of controls, including screens (if you are into that sort of versatility)
    • Compatibility to current and future versions of Traktor Pro (Mk1 support will probably be dropped in the future)
    • Traktor Pro 4 software license included
    • Several of the buttons have alternate functions out of the box, allowing for limited deck controls.
  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    ya i have no idea what any of that means since im pretty new to this but ill take it all to mean it's good stuff worth having

  • Sûlherokhh
    Sûlherokhh Member, Traktor Mapping Mod Posts: 3,385 mod

    ^^ Ah, okay. I'd rather get a Mk2, personally. Mk1 is good though, although i'd only buy it if it's offered for less than 150 €, was in perfect working order and if i already had a TP4 license.

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    okay thank you

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    thats my answer right there. yeah the mk1 is about 164 without licenses. the mk2 is about 250.

  • aeiz
    aeiz Member Posts: 11 Newcomer

    one last question: if I buy the Z1 Mk2 brand new, you said it comes with Traktor 4 pro license. Is this license forever, or is the license for a certain amount of time?

  • Sûlherokhh
    Sûlherokhh Member, Traktor Mapping Mod Posts: 3,385 mod
    TP4.jpg

    The update is from TP3 to TP4. So, it's essentially forever (no subscription, full version) until they push TP5 (years away), and then it'll probably be another half price update. Nothing is cheaper on the market, except FREE DJ software. Still, this makes the Mk2 cost less than the Mk1+License.

Back To Top

Categories