Traktor Pro 3 Vs Rekordbox Dj

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When you want to take your DJ skills to new heights it pays to know a little bit about the types of software that are on the market. There are two mains options: Serato DJ Pro and Traktor Pro, so to make sure you end up with your perfect match we’re going to take a closer look at both and see how they get on.

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  • can somebody please give me a couple of compelling reasons why I should use Traktor instead of Rekordbox? I will mostly be playing on CDJ 2000 setup with DJM 900 nexus mixer. I saw recent HID development for Pioneer and Traktor, however I have been using Rekordbox very happily so far. I am not an FX junkie, I use a moderate amount of FX straight from DJM 900. It seems as if the best setup for me would be to use the hardware for all FX, loops etc., and simply use a tablet / laptop / USB stick for track selection using Rekordbox. I’m happy to be convinced that I should go with Traktor after all if someone can give me some compelling reasons…thanks in advance

    There is no convincing reason.
    It is all about the workflow. If you use traktor, your workflow has to change and many people like traktor because they can expand beyond what CDJs are capable off (e.g. F/X or remix decks) and expand their setup with a NI F1, midi-fighter etc.

    If you are happy with what you have and do not feel the need for more F/X or remix decks, then by all means keep using what you have.

    I went from controller to using CDJs due to needing a multi format platform. I also wanted to be able to use my full selection of music without the need for a laptop. I was a Traktor user so still wanted a music management programme for some of my gigs hence going with the CDJ’s and RekordBox
    With your set up and style of mixing you’d probably loose more than you’d gain. However, going to a DVS could open up a new world of mixing for you. If you did want to go to DVS I’d sell up and use the money to get a high spec controller set up and still have some cash for a weekend away.

    jamesdeejay6, post: 28406, member: 3903 wrote: thanks guys that’s very helpful

    How are you finding RB? I’ve nothing but issues and the new release seems even worse. I’m going to do a complete uninstall tonight and try a fresh clean install. I’ll ahve re-analyse my collection which takes about a week but it’s that or nothing.

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  • Hey guys!aint been on here for a while so here goes!!

    Iv had the Traktor S4 for a few years now,and basically have mastered the ins and outs of it!!
    I feel that now I’m ready to move up a gear and maybe move onto the real Mcoy (Pioneer) RecordBox.
    Only thing is that I’m ab it worried about the move,is it going to be a lot harder to adapt as its all new.
    Do I have to beat grid all of my songs again like I did in traktor ect!
    Please can I have as much in go to help me out!:)
    Many thanks john

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    Please read a few of the recent posts on the subject of new or upgrade controllers.

    It’s a pity that somebody has planted the thought in your mind that there is such a thing as the “Real McCoy” and even more so that it would be the latest entry, Pioneer’s RekordBox DJ (which I assume you mean as RB itself is just glorified track management and not DJ software).

    There is NO BEST DJ Software. It is that simple. There is only the best DJ software for YOU!

    And that is based on your current and/or desired workflow. So if Traktor is the software that most closely matches your workflow and you have the controller that fits your workflow, software and budget, then you are all set. Even a move to the S8 is something I’d only undertake if my workflow included very heavy Stems use for example and my workflow could do without jogwheels (both negative for me personally).

    Switching software WILL have you redoing beat grids, cue points and other Traktor specific things you might have done.

    Unless you have a very good reason to move (other than the totally misguided “RB DJ is the real McCoy” notion), I’d stick with what you’ve got. With Traktor really only shining with NI gear attached, there isn’t too much room to upgrade other than the S5/S8 route, where you have to real check your workflow to even consider the S5 an upgrade to your S4.

    Vintage has the right of it, there is no “best”, just what’s best for you.

    The “real McCoy” is whatever you use successfully, Pioneer has no more right to this title than anyone else. If Traktor is working for you, and you know it, then stick to it. When it stops working then by all means consider a move to another platform, but until then if it ain’t broke then don’t fix it mate.
    My real McCoy is TSP 2.6.8 and my Denon kit, other people would’nt get on with this setup but I do.

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