Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK1 DJ Controller Midi Turntable
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About this product
The Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK1 is a single deck DJ controller in a tabletop form factor. It features MIDI DIN input for connectivity. The unit is black and comes from China. This model is an older generation, focusing on MIDI control for Traktor software. It lacks built-in audio interface and modern features like USB audio, but provides a classic Traktor integration experience at a lower price point. Suitable for DJs seeking a dedicated MIDI controller for software-based mixing.
Our take
I got the S4 MK1 hoping for a cheap entry into Traktor, but I'm a bit mixed. It's a single deck controller with MIDI DIN in — no USB audio, no built-in sound card. That means you'll need an external audio interface to hear anything, which adds cost. The build feels decent for its age, and integration with Traktor is smooth, but it's clearly limited. For $299, I'd expect more modern connectivity. If you already have an audio interface and want a simple MIDI controller for one deck, it might work. But most DJs today would be better off with a newer all-in-one unit. This feels like a relic.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Classic Traktor integration with MIDI
- Tabletop form factor saves space
- Solid build quality for its age
Cons
- Single deck only, limits mixing
- No built-in audio interface
- Older connectivity lacks USB audio
- Price high for limited features
Specifications
- Brand Native Instruments
- Form Factor Tabletop
- Type Single Deck Controller
- Unit Type Unit
- Input/Output Ports MIDI (DIN) In
- Color Black
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- Model
- Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK1
- MPN
- Traktor Kontrol S4
- Country of Origin
- China
