The Traktor Revolution: Why the inMusic Acquisition Changes Everything for DJs

The music tech world changed forever this week as inMusic Brands officially acquired Native Instruments. For Traktor DJ users, this move represents a massive opportunity to finally see high end hardware integration with brands like Denon DJ and Rane. This deep dive looks at how the merger ends NI's financial troubles and what it means for the future of standalone DJ performance in an industry dominated by consolidation.

By |2026-05-10T12:19:16-04:00May 9, 2026|

From Traktor S8 to DDJ-FLX10: One DJ’s Journey and the Future of DJ Software

After a year of loyal service, I made a pivotal shift from the Native Instruments Traktor S8 to the Pioneer DDJ-FLX10—a move that not only transformed my setup but also opened my eyes to the rapidly evolving world of DJ software. In this article, I’ll share my journey, the reasons behind the switch, and what it reveals about the future of DJing in an era of streaming, AI, and modular innovation.

By |2025-05-24T17:36:29-04:00May 24, 2025|

Hands-On with the New Traktor X1 MK3 Controller

Native Instruments has just released the latest iteration of their popular 2-channel DJ controller - the Traktor X1 MK3. This versatile, modular controller is designed for Traktor Pro 3 software and is aimed at DJs who need pro-grade portable gear. I recently went hands-on with the X1 MK3 to thoroughly [...]

By |2023-10-23T18:18:56-04:00October 17, 2023|

Native Instruments’ Maschine Studio: A Bunch of Features Right at Your Fingertips

Out for nearly five years now, Native Instruments’ Maschine has set a new industry standard as a hardware-software beat-production workstation. Its functionality bypasses Akia’s MPC, while serving as a high-quality studio hub (but not a full DAW) with built-in sequencing, sampling, and loop slicing. Now considered Native Instruments’ top-tier groove [...]

By |2023-05-31T18:33:19-04:00March 26, 2015|
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