Traktor Scratch Timecode Vinyl Setup

The native scratch technology features traktor scratch mk2 timecode vinyl and cd control for the next step in tight timecode performance.

Traktor scratch timecode vinyl setup.

Traktor pro 3 introduces the scratch for all feature it now supports any audio device for timecode control provided the required audio inputs phono for timecode vinyl line for timecode cd are offered. Deck a and b are set to scratch control and for deck c and d the thru mode is activated. Spin super precise 2khz control signal on 120g vinyl it feels just like your digital track was cut to a 12 inch and with the innovative vinyl marker stickers you get clear visual reference at all times. The following figure shows the signal path when using timecode vinyl.

Traktor scratch duo setup guide. In the traktor gui this configuration looks like this. A turntable that requires a separate phono preamp has to be connected to mixer channel a or b. Connecting a turntable to the traktor s4 mk3.

This hybrid configuration shows the z2 as the centerpiece of an advanced setup. Control two decks in traktor using timecode vinyl whether you re a scratch dj or just like that old school analog feel. Use these two faders while using timecode media on the corresponding turntable cd player. A turntable with traktor scratch timecode control is used next to a dj cd player connected via advanced hid integration.

More info http bit ly zmoqb3 in this new four part video tutorial series dubspot instructor and native instruments dj product specialist mike henderson. All the setup action needed for getting traktor scratch duo working with timecode is about getting the signal path between the turntable cdj and the master out of the mixer properly configured. The mixer channels on the s4 allow you to connect up to two phono level audio devices. For more information on relative and absolute mode as well as troubleshooting timecode calibration please refer to chapters tracking modes and traktor scratch pro 2 troubleshooting in the traktor 2 user manual.

Our dvs means you can play your tunes in traktor as if they d been engraved onto a record. This article explains how to set up traktor pro 3 to control playback via timecode from an external turntable or cd player. This still requires the use of traktor scratch timecode. The traktor kontrol s4 gives djs the option of integrating turntables and using them to play vinyl or control the decks with timecode vinyl.

During playback the calibration scope should display a stable timecode signal as pictured below for timecode vinyl and timecode cd.