Published
Sat, Sep 2, 2023, 17:00
- The X1 MK3 offers enhanced customisation, adjusted mixer mapping and more.
Native Instruments has updated its X1 Traktor controller.
The X1 MK3 has a new layout, five OLED screens, more tactile controls and customisable lights. These can be set to indicate when a track's playing, looping or coming to an end.
Tactile dots have been added across the controller and the buttons have been made larger to make the X1 more intuitive and easier to use in the dark. Buttons can be grouped and colour-coordinated to help identify functions and a new Mixer Mode allows you to switch between controlling FX or main levels. The X1 MK3 comes bundled with Traktor Pro 3, which has a few new features such as time-stretching, an improved limiter and an expanded FX bank.
Native Instruments says it redesigned the controller based on feedback from users, with the aim of allowing DJs to spend less time staring at a laptop and more time manipulating and creating with their music.
Watch a video about the X1 MK3.
Native Instruments' X1 MK3 will be released September 20th, priced $299 / €299.