{"id":313,"date":"2016-12-09T07:55:41","date_gmt":"2016-12-09T07:55:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/?p=313"},"modified":"2017-01-18T00:07:32","modified_gmt":"2017-01-18T00:07:32","slug":"native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/","title":{"rendered":"Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 vs Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1><b>Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 vs Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-360 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Screen-Shot-2016-12-09-at-4.41.33-PM.png\" alt=\"Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 vs Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 \" width=\"649\" height=\"207\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Screen-Shot-2016-12-09-at-4.41.33-PM.png 649w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Screen-Shot-2016-12-09-at-4.41.33-PM-300x96.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 649px) 100vw, 649px\" \/><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are a digital DJ who wants an all-in-one MIDI DJ controller, then you simply cannot settle for anything than one of the best DJ controllers. If you have been looking through the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/top-10-dj-controllers\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">top DJ controllers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> lately, these two controllers have at one point or another stuck out to you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to purchase an all-in-one MIDI controller, then these two controllers will be excellent options for you to consider.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>An in depth comparison of Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller vs Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller<\/b><\/h3>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-65d28bf2f2ec4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2\" title=\" Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 \n\"> Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 \n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#pioneer_pro_dj_ddj-sx2_dj_controller\" title=\"Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller \n\">Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller \n<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2_dj_controller_review\" title=\"Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Review\">Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Review<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#pioneer_pro_dj_ddj-sx2_dj_controller_review\" title=\"Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller Review\">Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller Review<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#the_verdict\" title=\"The Verdict\">The Verdict<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2_dj_controller_alternatives\" title=\"Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Alternatives\">Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Alternatives<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/native-instruments-traktor-kontrol-s4-mk2-vs-pioneer-pro-dj-ddj-sx2\/#dont_make_up_your_mind_quite_yet\" title=\"Don\u2019t Make up Your Mind Quite Yet:\">Don\u2019t Make up Your Mind Quite Yet:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2\"><\/span><b> Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2hXAQCe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-361 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2-300x180.jpg\" alt=\" Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 \" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2.jpg 551w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 channels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 bit \/ 96 kHz soundcard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FX and Loops<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traktor PRO 2 software.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Size = 24 x 5 x 15 in<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11 pounds<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Stars.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[button-yellow url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-Controller\/dp\/B00EYZMD16\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=musical-instruments&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478894109&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=traktor+kontrol+s4&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=djequipreviews-20&amp;linkId=f1bd2572c2a4c78e86961a42edd214ad&#8221; target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; position=&#8221;center&#8221;]Click Here to Check Best Prices[\/button-yellow]<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pioneer_pro_dj_ddj-sx2_dj_controller\"><\/span><b>Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2igJmu4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-366 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-DJ-Controller-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller \" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-DJ-Controller-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-DJ-Controller.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Channels.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24 bit \/ 44.1 kHz soundcard.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 drum pads<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FX and loops.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can be upgraded to include vinyl or CDJs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full version of Serato.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13.5 x 22.9 x 5.2 inches<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5 lbs.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 Stars.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[button-yellow url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Controller\/dp\/B00MRX3NBQ\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=djequipreviews-20&amp;linkId=1f37922e6d4d3d10e8480cb30f7bfeef&#8221; target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; position=&#8221;center&#8221;]Click Here to Check Best Prices[\/button-yellow]<\/p>\n<h3><b>For more information about each of these mixers, here are full reviews of each product:<\/b><\/h3>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2_dj_controller_review\"><\/span><b>Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Review<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Native Instruments <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2hXAQCe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> really is everything a DJ would need in a basic package, and it also comes along with Traktor PRO 2 software. Although the <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2igJmu4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Kontrol S4 MK2<\/a> is made for Traktor software, it can also be used in other programs such as Serato. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This controller comes with a soundcard which goes above and beyond the expectations one might get from looking at the price tag, and would prove to be the only soundcard you would ever need. The metal feel to the controller makes sure that your investment stays protected, and in top shape.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since this controller was built with Traktor in mind, as soon as you take it out of the box and plug it into your computer you will notice flawless functionality. With 4 channels, over 40 loops, and 30 FX, you are bound to be able to create a sound which is unique and original with this controller.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The dedicated loop recorder is one thing that is particularly special about this controller, and serves almost as a fifth channel. At any moment during your set you can record loops on the fly and instantly add them into your mix.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Durable construction.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Platters are a little small.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traktor Scratch Pro 2 software.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traktor uses 2 remix channels.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 channels, Loop maker, FX.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not a whole lot of extra MIDI buttons.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"pioneer_pro_dj_ddj-sx2_dj_controller_review\"><\/span><b>Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 DJ Controller Review<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With Pioneer products, you typically get a top of the line product for an expensive price tag. It appears Pioneer is finally willing to break this stereotype by offering less expensive controllers to their product list.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iGEsti\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/best-dj-controllers\" target=\"_blank\">best DJ controllers<\/a>, but it too has its own shortcomings. Like the Kontrol S4, it also has dedicated loop makers, but its soundcard fails to provide the same quality sound at a higher sampler rate (only 44.1 kHz).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since this controller has 16 extra drum pads, you can be creative with your mixes and add in your own sounds and FX, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">just be sure not to overdo this<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This controller is also ready for you to add in extra CDJs or accessories. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Technically if you were to run this controller with your own nicer soundcard you would have an upgraded version of what is already one of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best DJ controllers.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Since this product comes with the full version of Serato, the only bad thing to say about this product is the lower sampler rate of its soundcard.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4 channels, FX, Loop maker.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">44.1 kHZ sampler rate on soundcard.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 drum pads.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lightweight, easier to break.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Includes full version of Serato.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perhaps a little too expensive.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"the_verdict\"><\/span><b>The Verdict<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the DJ DDJ-SX2 contains features much like the Kontrol S4 MK2, is more expensive, and has a lesser quality soundcard, we have selected the more durable <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iJsFbB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as the better purchasing choice between these two controllers. However, if you still are not sold on the S4 MK2 and would like to explore more options, we have included three more ideas for you to consider below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"native_instruments_traktor_kontrol_s4_mk2_dj_controller_alternatives\"><\/span><b>Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 DJ Controller Alternatives<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iGxVyI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Pioneer DDJSR Pro DJ Controller<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iGxVyI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-362 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-front-300x188.jpg\" alt=\"Pioneer DDJSR Pro DJ Controller\" width=\"300\" height=\"188\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-front-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-front.jpg 616w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you liked the design of the DDJ-SX2, but didn\u2019t think it was worth the amount of money you would need to spend, than you might like the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iGxVyI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pioneer DDJSR Pro DJ Controller<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only difference between this controller and its 4-channel brother is the fact that this one only has 2 channels. The soundcard still offers the same decent output that the DDJ-SX2 offers, this controller is just noticeably more affordable.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other than that, you can still expect the Serato software, and extra drum pads for a touch of creativity to your mixes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[button-yellow url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/PIONEER-DDJSR-Pro-DJ-Controller\/dp\/B00FB2VAY2\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=EPE0RED5YTVTEV2ZFFA6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=djequipreviews-20&amp;linkId=5f81db466b52770df3ccdf8ccacf82c3&#8243; target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; position=&#8221;center&#8221;]Click Here to Check Best Prices[\/button-yellow]<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comes with full version of Serato.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only 2 channels.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 drum pads.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">44.1 kHz sampler rate.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FX and Loops.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most DJs would want to upgrade this.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2hW7b9g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S2 MK2<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2hW7b9g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-361 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2-300x180.jpg\" alt=\" Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 \" width=\"300\" height=\"180\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S2-MK2.jpg 551w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you like the Kontrol S4 MK2 but want a slightly cheaper option, then you might like its little brother, the S2 MK2. On first glance you would notice that this controller packs all the same features except the number of channels.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you would prefer to have two channels and like the design and composition of Native Instruments products, and the Traktor software, then this controller is an excellent choice. However, keep in mind that cheaper is not necessarily always better when it comes to picking DJ controllers, as you may want to upgrade your setup in the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[button-yellow url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-Controller\/dp\/B00EYZMCXK\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=EPE0RED5YTVTEV2ZFFA6&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=djequipreviews-20&amp;linkId=8ea17c448ff4b033fb9f2c797f315fb1&#8243; target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; position=&#8221;center&#8221;]Click Here to Check Best Prices[\/button-yellow]<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">24-bit \/ 96 kHz sound quality.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only 2 channels.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FX and Loops.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Small platters.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traktor PRO 2 software.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No extra MIDI buttons.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2igNwlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Numark NS7III<\/a>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2igNwlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-364 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Numark-NS7III-300x240.jpg\" alt=\"Numark NS7III\" width=\"300\" height=\"240\" srcset=\"https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Numark-NS7III-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/djequipmentreviews.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Native-Instruments-Traktor-Kontrol-S4-MK2-vs-Pioneer-Pro-DJ-DDJ-SX2-Numark-NS7III.jpg 594w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If getting the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">best DJ controller<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is what you are most concerned with, then look no further than the Numark NS7III. With 4 channels, extra drum pads, motorized platters, and intuitive screen display this controller is something truly special<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coming with and built for Serato software, the NS7III offers flawless and instant communication with the software, making the screens on the controller reflective of what you would see on the computer. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This controller is one of the closest options you will have to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6eyCDiBbQkA\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">making your setup run like vinyl<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The feel of the motorized platters and mixer will feel comfortable for anybody who is used to using turntables for scratching.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">[button-yellow url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Numark-NS7III-4-Channel-Motorized-Controller\/dp\/B00UJVB08G\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=musical-instruments&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1480424068&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=numark+ns7iii&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=djequipreviews-20&amp;linkId=f56ee2d55d2724fa1a4ab7d02c3d2869&#8243; target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; position=&#8221;center&#8221;]Click Here to Check Best Prices[\/button-yellow]<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Pros<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Cons<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4-channels with sliders and lights.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A little expensive.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instant screen-software communication.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No included software.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">16 drum pads, motorized platters, FX, Loops.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only 44.1 kHz sampler rate.<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full version of Serato.<\/span><\/td>\n<td><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"dont_make_up_your_mind_quite_yet\"><\/span><b>Don\u2019t Make up Your Mind Quite Yet:<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember that purchasing a controller is one of the most important parts of your setup since it will be the heart and soul of your sound. If you are wanting to pick one of the top DJ mixers for your setup, you will definitely want to consider the options listed above.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to invest in something a little better than the <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iJsFbB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2<\/a>, then consider getting the <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2igNwlt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Numark NS7III<\/a>. But if you are simply looking for cheaper alternatives then make sure you check out the <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2iJsFbB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Traktor Kontrol S2 MK2<\/a> and Pioneer DDJSR Pro DJ Controller.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol S4 MK2 vs Pioneer Pro DJ DDJ-SX2 If you are a digital DJ who wants an all-in-one MIDI DJ controller, then you simply cannot settle for anything than one of the best DJ controllers. 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