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KONTROL Z2 COMPATIBLE WITH MacOS 11 ONWAREDS?
I have been using my Kontrol Z2 via my Mac Book Pro running Catalina OS but need to upgrade my OS as many programs now not compatible with this old OS. I have read on a few forums the Kontrol 2 is not compatible with OS higher than Catalina and had to step back to this from Big Sur when i got my laptop in order for the…
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Cascade mixer connection Traktor Z2 -> Proel PlayMix6
Hello everyone. I have a Proel PlayMix6 mixer and a Traktor Z2 mixer. Since I need to connect microphones and an audio input, I think the best option is to connect the microphones and inputs to the Proel, connect the Z2's output to the Proel, and then connect the Proel to the speakers. Looking at the attached photos, could…
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Z2 mixer replacement ground screws
Hello, I need replacement ground thumb screws for my Traktor Z2 mixer but cannot find parts for sale or even the thread dime sinks so I could get my own. Can anyone point me to a resource or provide the thread dimensions? Thanks!
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Timecode setup for Traktor Pro 4 + Mac M2 + Kontrol Z2
Hi, I've recently bought a replacement mac for my Traktor 2 set up, and I had to buy Traktor 4. I am now trying to set it up, but I'm alarmed by the removal of the setup wizard, which previously detected my hardware and configured the application for timecode vinyl. I have no idea how to set it up manually. I have: Mac…
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Traktor Automatically Switching to WASAPI After USB Disconnect + Cleaning Up Audio Device List
Hi everyone, I'm using Traktor with either the S4 MK3 or the Z2 mixer, and both are set up with ASIO drivers on Windows. I'm running into an issue: whenever there's a USB disconnect (for example, I accidentally unplug the cable or there's a brief power outage), Traktor automatically switches to a WASAPI driver once the…
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Reloop rp-8000 mk2 + Z2 traktor
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…
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TRAKTOR Z2 - TRAKTOR FX with External Input not working.
Here is my Setup: 1x Traktor z2 2x XDJ1000MK2 line 2x Reloop 7000mk2 Phono 1x Macbook Pro 2019 Connected with USB When I launch Traktor I cannot get the signal in through the software. I want to use the Traktor FX on XDJ but more even on Vinyl. I know it works and I had it working years ago. But I cannot figure it out…
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Assignment Table Info Missing
I was trying to install the Erick Minekus 'Display modifications for the Traktor Kontrol S8' and when I went into Traktor>Preferences>Controller Manager and changed the device to each of the devices installed (X1, Z2, S8, & Scratch 2), there is absolutely zero info in the Assignment Table space, however when you do the…
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how to fix "calibration failed check needles and records" and audio clipping with traktor pro 3
I have a phase manager hooked up to a kontrol Z2 and two plx-500 turntables, running traktor pro 3 with win 11. I always get some subtle audio clipping and constant message "calibration failed check needles and records".
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Traktor Pro 4 license didn't come with it.
Hello, everyone. I just bought a Z2 mixer and the Traktor Pro 4 license didn't come with it. I know that Traktor 3 support has ended. Do you know how to request a Traktor Pro 4 license?
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Traktor Z2 mixer
Hi guys i have a quick question. I bought a Z2 traktor mixer which I love. Not used it for about 6 months and camme to ise it this weekend and the PC that it was installed on has literally died. I have a replacement Laptop running Win10 16GB ram I7, but am not sure what I need to with regard to registrering my Z2 and which…
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Traktor Pro 4 - AI Battle Mixer Mockup
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…
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Problems with Traktor 4 x Kontrol Z2
Hello, I bought Traktor 4 and I'm having problems using it with the Mixer Kontrol Z2. Some buttons don't work, like the Sync button, the timecode button, among others. The song search button, as I turn it, jumps 2 or 3 songs in the browser. Any plans for a patch that will solve these problems with the Z2?
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Help with pitch/tempo
Hello. So I've been an avid user of Traktor for several years. Up until recently I never had any issues but as of late the tempo in TP goes up and down just a couple of points but for no apparent reason. It's enough to prevent the beats from staying matched. I'm using a Z2 with Technics 1200 MK2's, the most current version…
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Traktor Z2 and Traktor Pro 4?
I am having trouble finding any information on whether the new Traktor Pro 4 software is still backwards compatible with the Traktor Z2 mixer. Anyone have any luck? I know it works with Tracktor Pro 3….
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APPLE MacBook Pro M3 MAX - Popping Audio on the Kontrol S2 (Sonoma 14.5)
Hey Guys - Bought a brand spanking new absolute beast of a MacBook Pro. Apple M3 Max chip with 16‑core CPU, 40‑core GPU, 16‑core Neural Engine64GB unified memory 2TB SSD storage - running latest Sonoma 14.5 OSX……. So having problems when my KONTROL S2 is being used, the audio sound is kinda clipping out, clicking sound,…
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Kontrol Z2 ASIO Driver Problems "Waiting.." in left deck / Not calibrating
Hey, im currently facing issues with my Z2. The left deck isnt calibrating in ASIO mode. It only works with WASAPI but having high latency. I reinstalled the Z2 drivers which didnt have an effect. Their is a signal but it says "waiting": With WDM/WASAPI bridge its working, but having a enormous delay: On ASIO mode my Z2…
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Traktor Kontrol Z2 - Scratch Disabled
Hi, I'm struggling to setup Traktor Kontrol Z2 + Scratch + 2 reloops turntables. The setup was working like 2 years ago, but I havent been using it since then and I installed on two new Windows 10 machines. Both have same problem - 'Scratch Disabled'. Running Setup Wizard did not helped at all, I also tried brand new…
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traktor 3.6.1 issues with rane twelve mk2
hi, I write in reference to the "rane 12 mk2" that I bought a few days ago. after installing the turntable following all the installation procedure described by rane I noticed a problem that occurs when connecting the turntable in DVS to traktor pro. In practice, the turntable occasionally misses the point in the song and…
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Z2 - Is it possible to do FLUX scratching in Relative mode? (Like when using the S2)
I recently updarged from an S2 to a Z2 with turntables. On the S2 I would turn on FLUX mode and scratch and the song would keep its ongoing posiiton. i.e You would see the line continue moving from the point you was scratching and then it would return to the moving line. I expected the same functionality with FLUX when…
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Kontrol Z2 channel fader curve
How to change the cutoff curve of channel volume faders? I would like to be able to change the cutoff curve when I use analog vinyls for scratching, but also when I use software traktor. How do I change the cutoff curve for both modes (analog/digital)? Is there an instruction guide I can follow? Thank you all
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Traktor z2 Chrome os
I've just got a samsung Chromebook go which runs Chrome OS. Reading my Traktor z2 mixer won't connect to the operating system? Any ideas? My old windows laptop broke so not connected my Traktor to a laptop for years but would like to get it working again.
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Traktor Z2 Skin Template?
I am reaching out here. Does anyone have a Z2 Faceplate Template for a CNC or Vinyl Lathe?
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Traktor DJ 2 on Ipad Pro + Z2 + X1 setup works?
Good day! I want to run Traktor DJ 2 on my iPad Pro connected through USB-Lightning with a Z2 and connect X1 with Z2 also on USB. Would this setup work? It should be awesome! Thanks, Balazs
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Headphone cue on Z2 not working
Hi there, my headphone cue for deck A on my Z2 stopped working today whilst mixing… any ideas on how to fix this?
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Mic input on Z2 never works !!
I’m starting to feel like I’m cursed. I bought an almost-new Traktor Kontrol Z2 three years ago on Mercari, which worked perfectly well except the mic input never functioned. I tried using different cords, bought several dynamic mics and it never worked. Finally, I appealed to Native Instruments and they sent me a…
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Tractor Z1 Faders Misfiring
My tacktor Z1 is not working properly , the right fader started jumping around when at the top and now both are freaking out and jumping around the software , the left one HIJACKS all the knobs as soon as it hits the top , I have attached a screenshot for better understanding. I have already cleaned up the faders once , it…
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A Sad Farewell to Traktor Pro 3 - Time for Change
Hey Traktor fam, Hope you're all doing well. It's a bit of a bittersweet moment for me as I share that I'm saying goodbye to Traktor Pro 3 after over 13 years. It's been a heck of a ride, but a few things have pushed me to this decision, and it feels like Native Instruments might be missing the vinyl DJ community. 1. No…
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It's time for a 4 channel mixer
NI has a huge population of house music, compare to scratch dj. I know the Z2 is very affordable, but I have not seen a Z2 user beside Dj Qbert Dj Shifty or DJ Craze. Battle DJs are great, but house DJ and EDM is been the money maker. I think it's time for a 4channel to be in the market, able to control remix deck and…
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Traktor Z2 not connecting
hi guys, i am using my traktor z2 with my turntables for years. recently i have upgraded my laptop. i m running windows 11 so i had to buy traktor scratch 3. but now it doesn't recognize the mixer... i m experiencing same issues like this guy in the video. please help
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Z2 and S2 setup heaphone out conundrum
Hi There, I'm using a Z2 heading into my laptop (to allow for using Scratch and Analog vinyl) with My S2 Mk3 into the USB of the Z2. However, I can only get a headphone output from the Z2 and the Cue buttons don't work (I guess as it's not coming through a specific channel). How can I set up this layout so that I can also…
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Z2 and Traktor Pro 3 calibration issues on Windows 10 Pro
I recently tried upgrading Traktor Scratch Pro 2 to Traktor Pro 3, and for some reason, my right deck is getting the dreaded "calibration failed" error. The calibration circle looks like the right deck control vinyl isn't being recognized. When I switched the cables on my right deck to the left line inputs on the mixer, it…
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What Heppened to Z2?
I can't find any official announcement but Z2 is no more... What is its status? Is there any successor?
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Traktor Z2 Freeze while mixing
Hi, I suffered this issue 2 times: one before last Traktor update and the last, yesterday, runnning the last version of Traktor Pro 3. The thing is during the mix, past 10 minutes from start, Z2 mixer freeze and it doesn't respond to any knob or fader movement. The funniest thing is Traktor Pro 3 is still running and the…
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Remapping Question Re: Button/Pad Colour
I have a Z2 and X1 mk2 and an F1 for remix decks. I'm keeping the X1 for loading tracks, hotcues, loops etc, so I have remapped the cue buttons on the Z2 for Beatjumps. However, the button colours are still showing cue info for the loaded track. White for Grid, Green for Loop etc. How can I change the pad colour? I tried…
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How to make Z2's browse knob function like the browse knob on X1
Does anyone know what extra mapping is needed for the Z2's browse knob to function like the browse knob on the Kontrol X1 mk2? Namely, when the screen goes into browser mode automatically when scrolling with the X1's browse knob.
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Map Stems to Z2?
Has anyone been able to or is it even possible to map any of the pads or effects on the Z2 to the individual stems? I realize this is an old mixer but I love it and refuse to move off control vinyl with 1200s. If not who what is the best setup for a turntablist that wants to easily play with stems on a pad while performing?
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Timecode Vinyl ( Z2 Kontrol Issues)
Hi last weekend i did a gig and the sound quality was awful coming from my gear. (very crackly) At first i thought i needed a new stylus and/or timecode vinyl as i had my timecode vinyl in the car before playing but it was very hot and the timecode unfortunately warped in the heat. i ordered brand new timecodes and stylus…
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Traktor Kontrol Z2 has been discontinued!
Traktor Kontrol Z2 has been discontinued! is there anything new coming? If so, what end when?! https://www.native-instruments.com/en/catalog/traktor/
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Kontrol Z2 Timecode Control vinyl not calibrating
Mixer works fine when playing control Vinyl MK2. I can hear the high pitched playback when playing vinyl in Thru mode. However when enabling he deck in Traktor Pro the Deck platter receives no signal. In the preferences there is no visible audio input indicators for any of the input decks when playing back audio:
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Traktor PRO3 upgrade to new laptop w/ Z2 mixer and 2 turntables
Hello community, I just updated my gear to a new AMD laptop, haven't used Traktor for a couple years due to old laptop crapping out. Upgraded to Traktor PRO 3 via native access and I am now having tons of connectivity issues. Traktor software won't read Turntable B, says there's ground hum (no audible hum), and I confirm…
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Kontrol Z2 on M1 Pro/Max
I'm currently looking at the Traktor Kontrol Z2 since my local retailer still has the last few units left at their store at almost a 50% discount. Unfortunately, I am already using a M1 Max MacBook Pro running macOS Monterey (12.6) and I am worried about compatibility. Especially when the M1 Compatibility News page is…
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effects switching
i am using the z2 mixer and my chosen effect on the right side switches on its own always catches me by surprice,im ussing dicers w custom tsi from another site.
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Issue with Phase/ MacBook Pro
Just bought Phase and it won’t connect with the z2 mixer correctly. I get signal through the thru. But nothing else. Phase is 7.0 Just updated to Monterrey and Traktor is updated as well. Still no luck. Any idea no how to get a fix?
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Phase DVS with Traktor Pro 3 & Z2 mixer
Greetings, I wanted to ask about experience with Phase DVS & Traktor Pro 3. With all the firmware updates I want to know if it's any good now? I know about Phase x Serato updates (better HID integration etc.), but I would like to know specifically about Traktor x Phase experience? Is there still major cue drift issues?…
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Change turntable pitch in Traktor by using Kontrol Z2 buttons in Scratch mode
I would like to change the turntable pitch in Traktor by using Kontrol Z2 buttons while i am using scratch mode. Is it possible somehow? with customs mappings? I manage to control the pitch from Kontrol Z2 buttons when Traktor is in Internal Playback But I do not manage to control the pitch from Kontrol Z2 buttons when…
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My Z2 has gone mad!
Its like its having power fluctuations. The RH bank of pads have gone a light pink and turning the beat loop knob cuts the illuminations on and off. Even without touching the lights on the mixer flicker. It does still sort of work but hit and miss! Anyone else experienced this and, if terminal, can anybody recommend a…
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Traktor Z2 + Time Code Bleed +OBS
Ok so I've been reading the forums and trying to figure this out..I tried sound garden, Black Hole to no success..I can play vinyl to OBS no issues..but the digital Vinyl bleeds through and distorts Audio. When I tried using Black Hole for example when I selected aggregate sound..the vinyl code stoped working..I'm not a…
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Kontrol z2 compatible with Monterey?
Hello my question for you is does the control z2 work with mac os montery traktor pro 3 Best wishes 😊
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Z2
Hallo, for some time my traktor z2 doesn't work anymore, the mac recognizes the hardwere but traktor gets stuck. Pressing play the track does not start and if I go to the settings / audio-setup even though there is traktor z2 nothing moves. Has anyone had the same problem?