The Traktor 2.6.1 Update is out now via the Native Instruments Service Center. This update is free to all Traktor Pro 2 users and lets you seamlessly sync meta data for your tracks from Traktor DJ to Traktor Pro and back including all BPM, beat grid and cue point information. What’s more, this update also introduces Traktor DJ’s key and downbeat detection for smooth harmonic mixing and formidable beat gridding.

NEW IN 2.6.1: TRAKTOR DJ SYNC, ENHANCED MIXING

• This first phase of Connect and Sync allows you to seamlessly syncs track meta data from TRAKTOR PRO to TRAKTOR DJ and back including all BPM, beat grid and cue point information. TRAKTOR 2.6.1 lets you rock the club with TRAKTOR PRO using the tracks you prepared on your iPad.

• TRAKTOR DJ’s advanced Key Detection shows you songs that match the key of your current track for effortless, super-smooth mixes.

• New Downbeat Detection lets you mix in perfect sync every time.

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We have a limited number of Maschine MK1′s available to order from the Music Matter store. These Maschine’s have been refurbished by Native Instruments, include the original box and Maschine 1.8 software. Stock is due in December 2012 available to buy at the low price of £329.00.

Review: Traktor Kontrol Z2 Two-channel DJ mixer with two additional “Remix Channels” and Traktor Scratch Pro 2.6 software.

Built to take the strains of professional club use, the Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol Z2 is a hybrid two-channel analogue mixer, USB audio interface and software controller. The Z2 has two stereo analogue inputs for connecting turntables, CDJs or other stereo sources to the analogue mixer channels, a dedicated mic input, stereo aux. input, and balanced XLR outputs for connection to the front-of-house PA system, and a separate booth monitoring output. Each of the analogue mixer channels has a dedicated three-channel EQ, filter and fader, plus rotary volume knobs.

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To celebrate the launch of Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol Z2 Music Matter are giving one away, and it couldn’t be easier to enter. Competition Ends 30th Novemeber 2012.

Traktor Kontrol Z2 is the world’s first 2+2 DJ control mixer worth £629. Built for pro club use, the Z2 excels both as a state-of-the-art club mixer alongside turntables and CDJs, and as the hub of an advanced setup of Remix Decks and controllers.

The Prize Includes

• Traktor Kontrol Z2
• Traktor Scratch Pro 2.5
• 2 x Timecode CD & Vinyl

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What can we say? The Traktor Kontrol Z2 is a beast! Music Matter explore all the aspects of the first ever DJ Mixer from Native Instruments.

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Take a look at Native Instruments new 2 channel DJ mixer and controller for Traktor software. Very soon, DJs will mix tracks, blend, and work effects in a whole new way.

Native Instruments announced the release of Maschine Mk2 now with a choice of Black or White colour options.

Priced at £469 the all new Maschine Mk2 features Multi-Colour touch sensitive pads, just like the Kontrol F1, with the colors freely assignable to sounds, patterns, groups and scenes.

Also available from Native are a range of customizable face plates called the Maschine Custom Kits which can easily be changed or removed, and a Maschine Stand for optimizing the position on stage or in the studio.

Visibility has been massivley improved with the Mk2 version of Maschine, now sporting a high contrast display and higher viewing angle.

Additional DAW transport and plug-in control has been added for users of Mashine Mk2 running VST, AU, and RTAS.

With a host of numerous work flow improvements and new effects including Transient Master, Tape and Tube Saturators, Maschine Mk2 now includes a full version of Massive with 1,300 sounds.

• Pre-Order  Maschine (Black)
• Pre-Order Maschine (White)

Get started with TRAKTOR’s new Remix Decks! Native Instruments are giving all TRAKTOR 2.5 users 1.4 GB of exclusive Remix Sets, including beats, one shots, loops, samples and clips. For free.

Many Remix Sets feature exclusive material from renowned artists. Other sets provide specific genre sounds, from house and dubstep to African percussion and big band swing, plus a helpful tutorial kit. Update to TRAKTOR 2.5 using the Service Center, and dive into the world of remixing today.

Get Remix Sets

The Kontrol F1 is the definitive hardware for controlling the Remix Deck technology in Traktor Pro 2.5– the latest Traktor version included free with the F1. Check out these tutorial videos to see how the F1 can turn your DJ set into a stunning live performance.

Traktor Kontrol F1 is available now at Music Matter.

Understanding Traktor Remix Decks

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Free upgrade to Traktor Pro 2.5 with Remix Decks

The wait is over: Traktor Pro 2.5, featuring the powerful new Remix Deck™ technology, is now available. As a Traktor Pro 2 user, you can get the free update to 2.5 right now using the Service Center.

Watch Traktor Pro 2.5 in action as techno explorer Stewart Walker flexes the Remix Decks using two Traktor Kontrol F1 and his Kontrol S4. continue reading…