Kontrol S4 MK1

Legacy

DJ Controller · Released 2010

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Original four-channel Traktor controller with two jog wheels, integrated audio interface, loop recorder and external line/phono inputs.

Overview

Mixer channels: 4
Built-in audio interface: Yes
Operation mode: Computer
Controller layout: Club / standard
Jog / platter type: Mechanical
Master output class: Balanced + unbalanced
Standalone playback: No
Standalone mixer: No

Traktor

Specifications

Units:

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Software & operation

Official software support

Traktor

Official support: Yes
Hardware unlock: -
Included license: Yes (Pro)

Legacy controller: official support may be limited to older software versions and operating systems.

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Operation mode: Computer
Standalone playback: No
Built-in audio interface: Yes

Decks & mixer

Mixer channels: 4
Deck control: 4
Physical deck sections: 2
Controller layout: Club / standard
Standalone mixer: No
DVS: Yes Traktor timecode control supported.
Channel gain / trim knobs: Yes
EQ bands per channel: 3
Per-channel filter: Yes
User-replaceable crossfader: No
Hardware crossfader curve: No

Connections

Master output: 2 × 6.35 mm TRS (balanced)
2 × RCA (unbalanced)
Master output class: Balanced + unbalanced
Booth output: None
Headphones: 1 × 6.35 mm stereo
Microphone inputs: 1 × 6.35 mm TS
Line / phono inputs: 2 × stereo RCA (line/phono)
Aux input: None
Computer USB: 1 × USB-B
Dual-computer support: No
DMX output: No
Built-in speakers: No
Connection exceptions: MIC input shares channel D with IN 3/4: plugging in a microphone deactivates IN 3/4.

Jog wheels & transport

Jog / platter type: Mechanical
Jog display: No
Jog display technology: No display

Performance & FX

Pads per deck: 4
Velocity-sensitive pads: No
Pad backlighting: Multicolor (type unspecified)
Dedicated stems controls: No
Hardware FX: No
FX controls: Knobs / buttons

Display & media

Main display: No display
Touchscreen technology: No touchscreen
Media / storage: None
Network / wireless: None

Size & power

Width: ≈ 500 mm
Depth: ≈ 322 mm
Height: ≈ 52 mm
Weight: 3.4 kg
Power source: USB bus / AC adapter Supplied 9 V PSU recommended; on USB bus power headphone level is lower and LEDs dimmer.

Audio specifications

Audio resolution (bit): 24
Sample rate (kHz): 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96
Frequency response: 20 Hz–40 kHz (±1 dB)
Audio note: Line outputs: SNR (weighted) 99.5 (printed as dBu), THD+N 0.01 %, dynamic range 105; no USB-master THD published.

Notable included items

Notable included items: USB cable
AC adapter
Traktor Pro S4 license

Manual & support

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