Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 by Native Instruments - Demo & Review

Here it is... the brand new Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 entry level DJ controller from Native Instruments!

Find out about all it's features in our detailed review and demo here!

[crose]

I just received mine today. What a great controller and the fact it comes with a full version of the Traktor software was an added bonus. I’m not a professional or anything or need 4 decks so this fit my needs perfectly.

[dennisskyden]

This is actually the best channel I found to get into DJing even for people who don‘t live in an english speaking country! Thank you Jamie!

[ourfriendgus]

For mobile DJs, there's really nothing better than that sweet, sweet, S2. The key things about the S2 that matters to me and that makes it stand out from the Kontrol S4/S5/S8:

This controller runs entirely off of USB, no need for power adapter like on the S4/S5/S8 or a power strip for your CDJs, mixer, etc...


Relative to Rekordbox/Serato based controllers, the hardware includes full version of Traktor Pro 3 (no "lite" version, no free trial, etc) and is completely plug-and-play and it _feels_ like professional-grade hardware / audio gear - many times I've seen DJs on boiler room crushing it with the little doink S2.

Traktor is amazingly flexible and allows you to connect any Midi controllers you want for more extensive functionality - for example, you can plug in a MidiFighter 3D, add the instant gratification modification to it, and have more access to the internal traktor effects than you would have from an S4 alone.

With this controller and a Soundboks, you have a completely mobile DJ setup that is totally capable and completely portable without power.

[davidmartinez]

Seems to be a great controller. Not sure if it's better than DDJ400 for the price, but definitely a great option.
I'm considering to change my Numark Platinum for this one since I always wanted to work with traktor

[thomasmayer]

Looking forward to a DDJ400 and Traktor s2 mk3 comparison.

[danoliver]

Kids are spoilt for choice nowdays. Strongly recommend these Controllers. I've used a kontrol S2 mk2 for a few years. Solid piece of kit.

[boevix]

Thats the BEST review on Traktor Kontrol S2 MK3 in whole internet!!!

[tbarrett]

You know full damn well there's gonna be an s8. It's gonna be a beast

[ruffusduarte]

Hey guys! Nice review But tell me one thing… Still worth it in 2022? Or do you guys think that will be better version?

[riddimforretards]

I would really love to have a review of the S4 MK3, as I really dont know what to chose between this and the ddj 1000

[djTLMtv]

Nice review. I saw the S2 at ADE, but I spent all my time looking at and playing with the S4 ;) But this is a nice entry level controller indeed

[Lee_NV]

Looking forward to the S4 MK3 review, I'd love to see you compare it with the DDJ 1000, and maybe compare current Rekordbox to Traktor Pro 3

[hotfutureyearscome]

Best option for the Ipad mixing group. i would like something like this for that moment when i want to use a extra small set up (ipad mini and s2mk3 and bose speaker) i Came back to DJing using S2MK2 two years ago. But since left for serato/rekorbox software/hardware. I love rekorbox and what they are doing with the DVS side of DJing. if you notice they did not announce a Traktor Z3 which is really sad. the Z2 is still one of the best bargains but a new Mixer would of been dope. I want to see how the program is, there was bugs in the program that made me stop using the software. let see if they addressed the issues.

[phil]

I can't make my mind up between this and the Pioneer DDJ 400. Any thoughts? One thing that looks interesting on the Pioneer is the keyboard mode on the pads. I suppose the other consideration is Traktor vs Rekordbox. Library preparation is of importance to me too, and Rekordbox has a mobile app for this but is it any good?

[MoxiDnB]

Just bought this thing to learn. Man, thanks a lot. Now I know how some things work :D

[dathatch]

Perfect price for a back up, I have a Sz2 but this is portable and a decent price. Got a s4 but broke it this week :/

[djibg]

Good review as always. I was hoping you'd sneak in the Grid button.... We'll learn more on Oct 18 hopefully.

[alejandrobachillerpulido]

For a club, which would you choose: ddj 400 or S2 mk3??
Thank you 😊

[FSwiftDJ]

Got this, the sound card is highly impressive better then lot of mid range controllers, your get more drive when out via the master, great price and for me this edges ddj 400, the pitch is ok workable your not going to be able to do scratching like a ddj 400, it's more for club, bar mixing, home mixing combine with maschine mk3 or F1 for remix decks, your getting close to S4 mk3, I've seen it working with maschine mikro mk3

[memereview]

ddj400 or s2 mk3 for beginner's? 😐