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Table of Contents
1. Disclaimer 1..................................................................................................................
2. Welcome to TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 2.........................................................................
2.1. Document Conventions 2.....................................................................................
2.2. Documentation Resources 3................................................................................
2.3. In this Document 3..............................................................................................
3. Concepts 4...................................................................................................................
3.1. S4 and TRAKTOR Control Concept 4...................................................................
3.2. Haptic Drive Modes 5..........................................................................................
3.3. Pad Modes 5.......................................................................................................
3.4. Tempo Synchronization 6.....................................................................................
3.4.1. Master Clock 6..........................................................................................
3.4.2. Tempo Master and Tempo Master Assignment 6.........................................
3.4.3. Sync Modes 7...........................................................................................
3.4.4. Beatgrid 8.................................................................................................
3.5. Harmonic Mixing 8...............................................................................................
3.6. About the Track Collection 10..............................................................................
3.7. Snap Mode and Quantize Mode 10......................................................................
4. Setting up TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 12..........................................................................
4.1. Connecting to the Computer 12............................................................................
4.2. Connecting an Amplification System 13................................................................
4.3. Connecting Monitors for DJ Booth 13...................................................................
4.4. Connecting Headphones 14.................................................................................
4.5. Connecting to the Power Supply 14......................................................................
4.6. Final Preparation 15............................................................................................
4.7. Importing Music into the Track Collection 17.........................................................
5. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 Overview 19...........................................................................
5.1. Decks 21............................................................................................................
5.1.1. Browse Controls 23...................................................................................
5.1.2. Pad Section 23.........................................................................................
5.1.3. Display Elements for Tracks and STEM Files 25.........................................
5.1.4. Display Elements on a Remix Deck 25.......................................................
5.2. Mixer 26.............................................................................................................
5.2.1. Mixer Channel 28......................................................................................
5.3. FX Unit 29..........................................................................................................
5.4. Front Panel View 30............................................................................................
5.5. Rear Panel 30.....................................................................................................
6. Mixing Your First Tracks 32............................................................................................
6.1. Prerequisites 32..................................................................................................
6.2. Loading the First Track into Deck A 33.................................................................
6.3. Starting Playback of Deck A 34............................................................................
6.4. Loading the Second Track into Deck B 34.............................................................

6.5. Syncing the Track Tempos 36..............................................................................
6.6. Starting Playback of the Second Track 36.............................................................
6.7. Mixing in the Audio Signal 36...............................................................................
7. Tutorials 38...................................................................................................................
7.1. Browsing and Loading 39....................................................................................
7.2. Controlling Playback 40.......................................................................................
7.2.1. Using Transport Controls 41......................................................................
7.2.2. Using Jog Wheels in JOG Mode 41............................................................
7.2.3. Using Jog Wheels in Turntable Mode 45.....................................................
7.3. Assigning Mixer Channels to the Crossfader 48....................................................
7.3.1. Setting the Crossfader Curve 49................................................................
7.4. Adjusting Levels 50.............................................................................................
7.5. Using the Equalizer 52.........................................................................................
7.6. Using CUE Channel 53........................................................................................
7.7. Adjusting Tempo 54.............................................................................................
7.8. Working with Key Lock 57....................................................................................
7.8.1. Locking the Original Key 57.......................................................................
7.8.2. Transposing the Original Key in Semitones 58............................................
7.8.3. Resetting the Changed Key to the Original Key 59......................................
7.9. Playing with Cue Points 60..................................................................................
7.10. Playing with Loops 61........................................................................................
7.11. Playing with Flux Mode and Reverse Mode 63....................................................
7.12. Playing with MIXER Effects 65...........................................................................
7.13. Playing with FX Units 66....................................................................................
7.14. Adding Tracks to the Preparation List 68.............................................................
7.15. Previewing Tracks in the Browser 68..................................................................
7.16. Switching Deck Focus 69...................................................................................
7.17. Playing with Remix Decks 69.............................................................................
7.17.1. Using Pattern Recorder 75.......................................................................
7.18. Playing with STEM Decks 75.............................................................................
7.19. Correcting Beatgrids of Tracks 80.......................................................................
8. Preferences 82..............................................................................................................
9. Integrating External Devices 84......................................................................................
9.1. Integrating Microphone 84...................................................................................
9.2. Integrating Turntable 85.......................................................................................
9.3. Integrating CD Players 86....................................................................................
9.4. Enabling Scratch Function in TRAKTOR 86..........................................................
9.5. Using the S4 as a Standalone DJ Mixer 87...........................................................
10. Setting the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 as Your Default Audio Interface 89........................

1. DISCLAIMER
The information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a
commitment on the part of Native Instruments GmbH. The software described by this document is
subject to a License Agreement and may not be copied to other media. No part of this publication
may be copied, reproduced or otherwise transmitted or recorded, for any purpose, without prior
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“Native Instruments”, “NI” and associated logos are (registered) trademarks of Native Instruments
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All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners and use of them does not imply
any affiliation with or endorsement by them.
Document authored by: Native Instruments GmbH
Software version: 3.2 (07/2019)
Hardware version: TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 MK3
Special thanks to the Beta Test Team, who were invaluable not just in tracking down bugs, but in
making this a better product.
Disclaimer
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2. WELCOME TO TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
Thank you for choosing TRAKTOR KONTROL S4, it is because of customers like you that we can
continue developing groundbreaking music software and hardware. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 is a
fully integrated hardware and software DJ performance system. The all-in-one TRAKTOR KON-
TROL S4 controller offers you an ergonomic DJ mixer, a built-in 24-bit/96 kHz audio interface, and
a high-resolution control surface, perfectly tailored for TRAKTOR PRO 3.
This documentation provides you with all the information you need to get started mixing, syncing
and looping. If you are already familiar with TRAKTOR, this guide will also help you use the more
advanced features of TRAKTOR KONTROL S4.
2.1. Document Conventions
This document uses particular formatting to point out special facts and to warn you of potential is-
sues. The icons introducing the following notes let you see what kind of information can be expec-
ted:
The speech bubble icon indicates a useful tip that may help you to solve a task more
efficiently.
The exclamation mark icon highlights important information that is essential for the
given context.
The warning icon warns you of serious issues and potential risks that require your
full attention.
Furthermore, the following formatting is used:
• Paths to locations on your hard disk or other storage devices are printed in .italics
• Important names and concepts are printed in .bold
• Square brackets are used to reference keys on a computer’s keyboard, e.g., Press [Shift] +
[Enter].
Pet Names for Software and Hardware
Throughout the documentation, we will refer to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 hardware controller
as , , or simply .TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 S4 controller S4
Likewise, the TRAKTOR software may be referred to as TRAKTOR.
Welcome to TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
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2.2. Documentation Resources
Native Instruments provides many information sources regarding TRAKTOR KONTROL S4. The
main resources to get you started are:
• : This manual guides you through the hardware and soft-TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 Manual
ware setup process to get the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 system up and running. Additionally,
by providing task-based tutorials, it offers a practical approach to using your TRAKTOR KON-
TROL S4.
• : For in-depth information on all features provided by the TRAKTORTRAKTOR PRO 3 Manual
software, refer to the TRAKTOR PRO 3 Manual.
2.3. In this Document
What you are reading now is the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 Manual. This manual is structured as
follows:
• quickly introduces you to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 user interface and its mainConcepts
areas, both hardware and software.
• guides you through the process of setting up your TRAK-Setting up TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
TOR KONTROL S4 system and importing your music into TRAKTOR.
• is an extensive reference of all hardware control elementsTRAKTOR KONTROL S4 Overview
to be found on your TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 hardware controller. Whenever you are unsure
about the functionality of a particular control element, you will find all the necessary information
here.
•Mixing Your First Tracks is a quickstart tutorial introducing you to the main steps of mixing your
first tracks using the SYNC function.
•Tutorials contains a collection of short tutorials, showing you how to work with the individual
areas of the controller.
• explains how to open the Preferences in TRAKTOR and introduces the options toPreferences
customize the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 for specific needs.
• shows you how to integrate TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 with yourIntegrating External Devices
studio or live setup, in various configurations.
•Setting the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 as Your Default Audio Interface describes how to use the
audio interface of the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 as the default audio device of your computer.
Welcome to TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
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3. CONCEPTS
In this section you are briefly introduced to the main concepts of the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 and
some basic concepts of the TRAKTOR software.
3.1. S4 and TRAKTOR Control Concept
This section quickly introduces the main areas and concepts of your TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
hardware controller with reference to the TRAKTOR PRO software.
S4 and TRAKTOR control concept.
( ) : You can use the Decks to control tracks and Samples, similar to DJ turntables or CD1 Decks
players but with additional features. TRAKTOR controls four virtual Decks and each of them can
be operated in several Deck Types: Track Deck, Remix Deck, STEM, Deck, and Live Input.
TRAKTOR provides you with four virtual Decks. The two Decks on your S4 hardware controller al-
low you to control the four software Decks , , and in TRAKTOR: the left Deck on your S4A B C D
controls Decks and in the software. The right Deck on your S4 controls Decks and in theA C B D
software.
( ) : You can use the Mixer to mix the audio signals coming from the Decks. The Mixer sits in2 Mixer
the middle of the TRAKTOR software as well as on your TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 controller. On
the S4, the Mixer consists of the four Mixer channels , , , and which receive the individualA B C D
audio signals from the corresponding Decks. Each Mixer channel contains controls to modulate
the audio signal and to adjust the outgoing volume before the audio signal is send to the MAS-
TER output. Furthermore, the Mixer provides the crossfader to let you fade between the audio sig-
nals in the Mixer channels.
( ) : You can further process the signals in the Mixer channels by using the two FX Units3 FX Units
located at the top-left and top-right on your S4 and in the software interface. The FX Units give you
access to a collection of high-quality effects included in TRAKTOR. FX Unit 1 at the top-left on
your S4 controls FX Unit 1 in the software. FX Unit 2 at the top-right on your S4 control FX Unit 2
in the software.
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3.2. Haptic Drive Modes
You can operate the Jog Wheels on the S4 in three different modes, called HAPTIC DRIVE
MODEs. Each HAPTIC DRIVE MODE provides you with different control functions for the Jog
Wheels.
• : The mode lets you control the playback of your tracks by spinning the JogJOG mode JOG
Wheel. Depending on the playback state or if you touch the top plate or the outer rim, the be-
havior differs accordingly. In mode you can use the Jog Wheel for tempo bending andJOG
nudging, to cue beats and scratch tracks, as well as seeking within tracks. Furthermore, you
can adjust the tension for the Jog Wheel using the JOG button as well as in the Preferences.
Furthermore, you can enable a tick felt as haptic feedback in the Jog Wheel in the Preferences.
For more information, refer to .Using Jog Wheels in JOG Mode
• : As with the mode, the mode (turntable mode) lets you control the playbackTT mode JOG TT
of your tracks. The difference is, the Jog Wheels rotate during playback. This enables you to
control your tracks as you would on conventional turntables. In mode you can use the JogTT
Wheel for tempo bending and nudging, to cue beats and scratch tracks, as well as seeking
within tracks. Furthermore, you can adjust the base rotation speed using 33.3 revolutions or 45
revolutions per minute. For more information, refer to Using Jog Wheels in Turntable Mode.
• : The mode lets you correct faulty Beatgrids for tracks directly on the S4 us-GRID mode GRID
ing the Jog Wheels and the CUE channel on the fly. For more information, refer to Correcting
Beatgrids of Tracks.
3.3. Pad Modes
You can operate the Pads on a Deck in three different Pad modes. Depending on selected Pad
mode the functions differ accordingly:
• : In HOTCUES mode, the Pads let you store and trigger Cue Points andHOTCUES mode
Loops in tracks and STEM Files as Hotcues. On Decks and the button lightsA B HOTCUES
up blue whereas on Decks and the button lights up orange. The HOTCUESC D HOTCUES
mode is the default mode for Track Decks and STEM Decks. For more information on using
HOTCUES mode, refer to , and .Playing with Cue Points Playing with Loops
HOTCUES mode is not available for Remix Decks. When a Remix Deck is focused,
the button is disabled.HOTCUES
• : In SAMPLES mode, the Pads let you control the Samples on the RemixSAMPLES mode
Deck. The upper row of Pads give you direct access to the first Samples in the Sample Slots.
When the Deck is focused on a Remix Deck, the SAMPLES mode is enabled by default. You
can enable the SAMPLES mode on a Track Deck and on a STEM Deck as well. This way you
can control the Track Deck or STEM Deck together with the Remix Deck, without switching the
Deck focus to the Remix Deck. For more information, refer to .Playing with Remix Decks
• : In STEMS mode, the Pads let you control the individual STEM Parts in theSTEMS mode
STEM File. With the Pads you can adjust the individual STEM Part volume levels, and filters.
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The STEMS mode is available only for STEM Decks. On the S4 Decks and the A B STEMS
button lights up blue whereas on the S4 Decks and the button lights up orange.C D STEMS
For more information, refer to .Playing with STEM Decks
3.4. Tempo Synchronization
TRAKTOR provides several ways to synchronize tempo between decks. You can synchronize tem-
po manually by using the tempo faders and the tempo bend buttons on the decks. However, you
can also synchronize tempo automatically by pressing the button on the decks.SYNC
To understand how to work with tempo synchronization in TRAKTOR, this section will introduce
you to the principles of and , and related functions.MASTER SYNC
3.4.1. Master Clock
The Master Clock is a central component which coordinates tempo and beat synchronization of
decks, loops, tempo-based effects, and external applications via MIDI Clock function.
Master Clock in the Master Control panel.
3.4.2. Tempo Master and Tempo Master Assignment
Whether you are beat-matching manually or syncing between several decks, TRAKTOR always
defines a master tempo source, the Tempo Master, to which other decks, effects, and loops can be
synced. You can assign it manually, or you can let TRAKTOR assign it automatically to any deck.
There can only be one Tempo Master at a time.
Manual Tempo Master Assignment
When you want to assign the Tempo Master manually, you need to disable automatic Tempo Mas-
ter assignment (AUTO mode) using the AUTO button in the Master Control panel.
AUTO Mode disabled.
When AUTO mode is disabled, you can assign any deck to be the Tempo Master by pressing the
MASTER button on the deck.
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In order to use Open Key notation, the setting must be selected in theOpen Key
Displayed in Traktor Analyze Options drop-down menu on the Preference page.
For more information, refer to .Preferences – Analyze Options Page
In the Browser, analyzed tracks contain values in the Key field such as 11d 12m 7d, , , and so on.
For 'Harmonic Mixing', tracks in the same key will tend to yield the best mixing results, for exam-
ple, 11d 11d to . Likewise, mixing songs that are of the same scale (major or minor), and adjacent
numerical value. If, for example, you are playing a track with a key of , you can also use tracks1m
with keys of or . Although and 2m 12m 3m 11m 1m are near to , so they would not work so well.
It is possible to mix tracks of opposing key, which is mixing from a track in a major to a minor key,
for example, mixing track to or vice versa. You will notice that there is a change in mood5d 5m
when this occurs. In this scenario, it is best to experiment with suitable tracks to identify sections
that lend themselves for transitions to take place, for example, a percussive outro.
Key Lock and Color-Coding
Usually, when you change a track's tempo you will also change its key. However, it is possible to
lock the original key of the track so that you can change the tempo without changing the key.
When you lock the original key using the Key Lock button in the Stripe, TRAKTOR displays the
track's original key in the Key Lock button and highlights it in the respective color.
The Key Lock buttons display different keys in their respective color.
If the key for the track in the Master deck is locked, the Browser highlights the tracks with the
matching keys in the Key column with the same color code. This way you can instantly identify
tracks that are in harmony with the track playing.
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The Browser offers tracks which harmonically match the track playing in the Master deck.
Transposing Locked Keys in Semitones
It is possible to transpose the locked key in semitones using the semitone up and down buttons
next to the Key Lock button in the Stripe. This is useful, for example, if you want to transpose the
key of the next track to make it match the track in the Master deck. The offset to the original key
will then be displayed in the Key Lock button.
For more information, refer to Transposing the Original Key in Semitones.
3.6. About the Track Collection
The Track Collection represents all the music you use in TRAKTOR. With the Track Collection you
can organize, tag, and prepare your tracks for being played as part of your mix.
A benefit of the Track Collection is that it stores the metadata of the tracks, like track title, artist
name, tempo, genre, key etc. It also stores TRAKTOR-specific information about your tracks.
3.7. Snap Mode and Quantize Mode
Snap mode and Quantize mode are important tools that can help you when working with Cue
Points and Loops, and for jumping in the track:
• The Snap mode ensures that any Loop or Cue Point you set in a track snaps to the closest
beat.
• The Quantize mode ensures that you remain in sync to the quantize value, whenever you jump
to a Loop, to a Cue Point, or to any position within the track.
Examples for using and not using Snap Mode
Depending on what you want to do, you can enable or disable Snap mode and Quantize mode at
any time. Here are a few examples on different use cases:
• Enable Snap mode if you want to set a Loop starting directly on a beat.
• Disable Snap mode if you want to set a Cue Point at the beginning of vocals that do not neces-
sarily start on the beat.
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• Enable Quantize mode if want to mix in a synced track and want the downbeats of both tracks
to perfectly match.
• Disable Quantize mode if you want to trigger tracks or Samples any time you press play or trig-
ger Hotcues.
Enabling and Disabling Quantize Mode
When Quantize mode is enabled, the ( ) button lights up brightly. When QuantizeQUANT Snap
mode is disabled, the ( ) button lights up dimly.QUANT Snap
To enable or disable Quantize mode:
• Press the ( ) button.QUANT Snap
Enabling and Disabling Snap Mode
To enable or disable Snap mode:
1. Press and hold to access the secondary functions of your S4.SHIFT
When Snap mode is disabled, the ( ) button lights up dimly. When Snap modeQUANT Snap
is enabled, the ( ) button lights up brightly.QUANT Snap
2. While holding , press the ( ) button to enable or disable Snap mode, re-SHIFT QUANT Snap
spectively.
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4. SETTING UP TRAKTOR KONTROL S4
By this section, you should have already installed TRAKTOR PRO 3 software using NATIVE AC-
CESS, in order to configure the S4 for its first use. If this is not the case, follow the instructions
under this link Registering and Installing a Native Instruments Product using NATIVE ACCESS.
This section describes how to set up the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4. When all devices are connec-
ted your setup will look like the following illustration:
TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 setup.
4.1. Connecting to the Computer
To connect the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 to your computer:
1. Connect the device end of the included USB cable to the USB socket on the rear panel of
your S4.
2. Connect the computer end of the USB cable to an available USB 2.0 port (or later) on your
computer.
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4.2. Connecting an Amplification System
To connect your power amplifier system to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4:
• Connect the XLR or RCA outputs on the rear panel of the TRAKTOR KONTROLMAIN OUT
S4 to the inputs of your amplification system using the appropriate cables.
4.3. Connecting Monitors for DJ Booth
To connect your monitor speakers or a second power amplifier for the DJ booth to the TRAKTOR
KONTROL S4:
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• Connect the outputs on the rear panel of the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 to theBOOTH OUT
inputs of your monitoring system using appropriate cables.
4.4. Connecting Headphones
To connect headphones to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4:
• Connect your headphones to the socket on the front panel of the TRAKTORPHONES OUT
KONTROL S4 using a 1/4" or a 1/8" connector.
4.5. Connecting to the Power Supply
To connect the Power supply to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4:
1. Connect the device end of the Power supply cable to the Power socket on the rear panel of
your S4.
2. Connect the Power Supply unit to a power outlet.
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4.6. Final Preparation
After successfully setting up the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 system, you need to prepare final steps
before you can start using your S4. At first you switch on your devices and then you configure
TRAKTOR to be used with your S4.
Switching on Devices and Starting TRAKTOR
You can now switch on the devices. We recommended that you follow the order in the instructions
below:
1. On your S4, turn down the volume controls to minimum position by using the knob,MASTER
the knob and the knob.BOOTH VOL
2. Switch on your amplification system.
3. Switch on your computer.
4. Switch on your S4.
5. Start TRAKTOR by double-clicking the Traktor application icon on your desktop.
The TRAKTOR software opens.
Importing Data from Your Previous TRAKTOR Version
When you start TRAKTOR for the first time, TRAKTOR recognizes if a previous version of TRAK-
TOR is installed on you system. In this case TRAKTOR asks if you want to import your previous
data from the existing user content into a new folder in your user folder. Your previous data will not
be changed if you import it to the new default folder.
If you want to import data from your previous TRAKTOR installation:
• Click Yes to confirm.
The data is imported.
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Switching to TRAKTOR Default Settings
When you start TRAKTOR with the S4 for the first time, TRAKTOR asks if you want to switch Mix-
er FX selection and the Tempo fader range to default setting. This is necessary to get the intended
user experience of your S4:
TRAKTOR alert for switching Mixer FX and TEMPO fader range to default settings.
• Click Yes.
The Mixer FX and the fader range are set to default settings.TEMPO
Configuring TRAKTOR using the Setup Wizard
The Setup Wizard dialog appears automatically when you start TRAKTOR for the first time after
installation. The Setup Wizard helps you to configure the software to your needs only with a few
clicks. To configure TRAKTOR to be controlled with your S4 controller, perform the following ac-
tions:
1. On the page click to proceed.WELCOME Next
2. On the DECK LAYOUT 2 page select the Deck setup to control with your S4, for example,
Track Decks + 2 Remix Decks.
3. Click to proceed.Next
The SUMMARY page shows you the configuration of TRAKTOR.
4. Click to confirm your configuration.Finish
The TRAKTOR window now appears in the Essential Layout.
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4.7. Importing Music into the Track Collection
You can import your music into TRAKTOR's Track Collection in several ways. You can drag and
drop your music files from your computer into the Track Collection, you can use the context menu
in the Browser tree to import the music from your local music folders, and you can use the context
menu to import Remix Sets.
Importing Music using Drag and Drop
To import your music files into your Track Collection using drag and drop:
• Drag the music files from the location on your computer and drop them in the Track Collec-
tion folder in TRAKTOR's Browser tree.
TRAKTOR now analyzes the music files and imports the metadata into the Track Collection.
Importing Music Folders using the Context Menu
To import your music from your local music folders into the Track Collection:
1. Right-click the Track Collection root folder in the folder tree to open the context menu.
2. Select .Import Music Folders
TRAKTOR now analyzes the music files in the local music folders and imports the metadata
into the Track Collection.
The local music folders can be added to the File Management Page in the Preferences. For more
information, refer to .
Importing Remix Sets using the context Menu
To import Remix Sets into the Track Collection:
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1. Right-click the Track Collection root folder in the folder tree to open the context menu.
2. Select Import Traktor Pak.
3. Locate your Remix Sets on your computer in the dialog.
4. Click .Confirm
TRAKTOR now analyzes the Remix Sets and imports the metadata into the Track Collection.
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5. TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 OVERVIEW
This section introduces you to the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 and all its control elements and con-
nectors.
TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 Overview.
( ) : You can use the Decks to control tracks and Samples, similar to DJ turntables or CD1 Decks
players but with additional features. TRAKTOR controls four virtual Decks and each of them can
be operated in several Deck Types: Track Deck, Remix Deck, STEM, Deck, and Live Input.
TRAKTOR provides you with four virtual Decks. The two Decks on your S4 hardware controller al-
low you to control the four software Decks , , and in TRAKTOR: the left Deck on your S4A B C D
controls Decks and in the software. The right Deck on your S4 controls Decks and in theA C B D
software. For more information on the Deck control elements, refer to .Decks
( ) : You can use the Mixer to mix the audio signals coming from the Decks. The Mixer sits in2 Mixer
the middle of the TRAKTOR software as well as on your TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 controller. On
the S4, the Mixer consists of the four Mixer channels , , , and which receive the individualA B C D
audio signals from the corresponding Decks. Each Mixer channel contains controls to modulate
the audio signal and to adjust the outgoing volume before the audio signal is send to the MAS-
TER output. Furthermore, the Mixer provides the crossfader to let you fade between the audio sig-
nals in the Mixer channels.
For more information on the Mixer control elements, refer to .Mixer
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( ) : You can further process the signals in the Mixer channels by using the two FX Units3 FX Units
located at the top-left and top-right on your S4 and in the software interface. The FX Units give you
access to a collection of high-quality effects included in TRAKTOR. FX Unit 1 at the top-left on
your S4 controls FX Unit 1 in the software. FX Unit 2 at the top-right on your S4 control FX Unit 2
in the software. For more information, refer to .FX Unit
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5.1. Decks
TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 provides you with two physical Decks to control the TRAKTOR
Decks. Each Deck provides you with the following control elements:
S4 Deck.
( ) : Allow you to scroll through the Track Collection to find and load tracks, as1 Browse controls
well as previewing tracks and preparing playlists. For more information, refer to .Browse Controls
( ) : The Jog Wheel provides advanced control over track transport. As with a conven-2 Jog Wheel
tional CD player or turntable, you can manually hold playback, nudge and bend, and start scratch-
ing by touching and turning the Jog Wheel and the outer rim. Furthermore, you can manually cor-
rect tracks' Beatgrids. The outer LED ring around the Jog Wheel gives you visual feedback on the
playback status. For more information, refer to and Using Jog Wheels in JOG Mode Using Jog
Wheels in Turntable Mode.
( ) ( ) button: Assigns the Deck to Tempo Master. Using the button, it resets3 MASTER Reset SHIFT
the relative fader position in the software. For more information, refer to TEMPO Adjusting Tempo
and Automatic Track Synchronization.
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( ) : The FX Units allow you to control the effect parameters in the FX Units in the TRAK-19 FX Unit
TOR software. Each Deck features one FX Unit which can be assigned to any Mixer channel. FX
Unit 1 is located on the left Deck, and FX Unit 2 on the right Deck. For more information, refer
to .FX Unit
5.1.1. Browse Controls
The Browse controls let you browse the Track Collection to find and load tracks as well as preview
tracks and prepare playlists.
Browse controls.
( ) : You select tracks in the Track List by turning the encoder and you1 Browse encoder Browse
can load the selected track into the Deck by pressing the encoder. You can also use theBrowse
Browse encoder to seek within the track that is playing in the Preview Player. When in SAMPLES
mode you can can select another Sample in the Sample Slot by turning the encoder. ForBrowse
more information, refer to and Browsing and Loading Previewing Tracks in the Browser.
( ) : Maximizes or minimizes the Browser view in the TRAKTOR software. For more2 VIEW button
information, refer to .Browsing and Loading
( ) : Assigns a track to the Preparation List. For more information, refer3 Preparation List button
to Adding Tracks to the Preparation List.
( ) : When this button is held the Browse encoder then selects favorites. For more in-4 Star button
formation, refer to .Browsing and Loading
( ) : Loads a track into the Preview Player in TRAKTOR's Browser and plays it5 Preview Player
back. For more information, refer to Previewing Tracks in the Browser.
5.1.2. Pad Section
The Pads can be used to store and trigger Cue Points and Loops, as well as to trigger Samples,
and to control STEM Files. The individual function depends on the selected Pad mode as well as
on the selected Deck Type.
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Pad section.
( ) : Enables mode. In this mode, you can store and trigger Cue1 HOTCUES button HOTCUES
Points and Loops within tracks using the Pads. On Decks and the button lights upA B HOTCUES
blue whereas on Decks and the button lights up orange. The mode isC D HOTCUES HOTCUES
the default mode for Track Decks and STEM Decks. For more information, refer to Playing with
Cue Points Playing with Loops and .
HOTCUES mode is not available for Remix Decks. When a Remix Deck is focused,
the button is disabled.HOTCUES
( ) : Enables the Pattern Recorder on the Remix Deck. With the Pattern Recorder2 Record button
you can record sequences to be played by the Samples. For more information, refer to Using Pat-
tern Recorder.
( ) : Enables SAMPLES mode. The SAMPLES mode can only be enabled when3 SAMPLES button
the underlying Deck is configured as Remix Deck. Otherwise the button remains un-SAMPLES
lit. For more information, refer to .Playing with Remix Decks
( ) : Mutes or un-mutes Samples on a Remix Deck or STEM Parts on a STEM4 Mute button
Deck. For more information, refer to and .Playing with Remix Decks Playing with STEM Decks
( ) : Enables STEMS mode on a STEM Deck. Using the Pads, you can adjust the5 STEMS button
volumes and mute the individual STEM Parts of the STEM File. The mode is only availa-STEMS
ble on STEM Decks. For more information, refer to .Playing with STEM Decks
( ) : Depending on the current Pad mode, the eight Pads have individual functions:6 Pads
• When in mode the Pads store and trigger Cue Points and Loops for Track DecksHOTCUES
and STEM Decks.
• When in mode the Pads control the first four SAMPLE Slots of Remix Decks.SAMPLES
• When in mode the Pads control the volumes of the individual STEM Parts and alsoSTEMS
mute them.
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5.1.3. Display Elements for Tracks and STEM Files
When the HOTCUES mode or the STEMS mode is enabled, the display contains the following ele-
ments:
Display elements for tracks and STEM Files.
( ) 1 Track title: Displays the title of the loaded track or STEM File.
( ) : Displays the current key value of the track or STEM File.2 Key value
( ) : Displays the selected Loop size. When a Loop is enabled the Loop indicator is3 Loop indicator
highlighted in green.
( ) 4 Waveform: Displays the Waveform of the track or the STEM File. It also shows stored Cue
Points as white and blue markers, and stored Loops in green markers. The moving red marker
represents the current playhead position.
( ) 5 Remaining Track time: Displays the time remaining until the track or the STEM File ends.
( ) 6 Current Track Tempo: Displays the current tempo for the track or STEM File.
5.1.4. Display Elements on a Remix Deck
When the Deck is a Remix Deck or the SAMPLES mode is enabled, the display contains the fol-
lowing elements:
Display elements on a Remix Deck.
( ) : Displays the title of the loaded Remix Set.1 Remix Set title
( ) : Displays the Quantize value of the Remix Deck. If Quantize mode is enabled2 Quantize value
the field is highlighted in blue.
( ) : Displays the selected Loop size. When a Loop is enabled the Loop indicator is3 Loop indicator
highlighted in green.
( ) 4 Play Type indicator: Indicates if the corresponding Sample in the Sample Cell is a Loop or a
One-shot Sample.
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