Uploaded October 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Native Instruments just dropped the Traktor MX2, their new entry-level controller replacing the Kontrol S2. It's bigger than most entry-level gear, packs a full 24-bit sound card, and has some genuinely clever features you won't find elsewhere at this price point.
We break down everything from stems control to Pattern Player integration, and tell you what we did and didn't like. If you're thinking about DJing within the Traktor ecosystem, this review will help you decide...
Full Traktor MX2 review: digitaldjtips.com/reviews/native-instruments-traktor-mx2
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
00:29 Design and build quality overview
01:48 Lighting and rear panel connections
04:24 Mixer section and controls
05:40 Effects system explained
06:53 Jogwheels and Flux mode
07:59 Loop and beat jump controls
08:45 Hot cues and stems integration
10:00 Pattern Player functionality
12:56 Flux loop demo (aka beat loop)
13:31 Is the Traktor MX2 any good?
16:17 A few things we didn't like...
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Native Instruments just dropped the Traktor MX2, their new entry-level controller replacing the Kontrol S2. It's bigger than most entry-level gear, packs a full 24-bit sound card, and has some genuinely clever features you won't find elsewhere at this price point.
We break down everything from stems control to Pattern Player integration, and tell you what we did and didn't like. If you're thinking about DJing within the Traktor ecosystem, this review will help you decide...
Full Traktor MX2 review: digitaldjtips.com/reviews/native-instruments-traktor-mx2
⚡ TIMESTAMPS ⚡
00:00 Intro
00:29 Design and build quality overview
01:48 Lighting and rear panel connections
04:24 Mixer section and controls
05:40 Effects system explained
06:53 Jogwheels and Flux mode
07:59 Loop and beat jump controls
08:45 Hot cues and stems integration
10:00 Pattern Player functionality
12:56 Flux loop demo (aka beat loop)
13:31 Is the Traktor MX2 any good?
16:17 A few things we didn't like...
Gear up with official school merch! digitaldjtips.threadless.com
👉 The proven five-step formula for DJing like a pro: djtips.co/book
👉 Want our free DJ training and guides for beginners? Sign up here: digitaldjtips.com/join
👉 Music courtesy of our friends at mastermixdj.com
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Want more DJ info?
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