8/11/2023 0 Comments Traktor s4 mk1 button replacementPrevious reviews of the S4 have covered its features and performance extensively, so here we’re going to concentrate on what’s new, and where the successes and failures lie in this upgrade: ![]() The S4 Mk2 comes with a full version of Traktor Pro 2 (as before) and although it’s now mapped to work out of the box with Traktor DJ, the fact that the S4 retains the identical casing assembly as its predecessor means that there’s no iPad or iPhone stand, slot or docking station, leaving you to figure that one out for yourself (or wait for the inevitable Traktor-branded iOS stand as an accessory). Little touches like the slimmer fader caps and grey filter knobs in tandem with the RGB buttons and aluminium jogwheel tops have combined to give the S4 a fresh, modern look. Have questions about this mod? We’ll answer in the comments – or you can reach out to Phoenix directly on Facebook.First Impressions / Setting up New, slimmer fader caps for the track volumes, crossfader and tempo adjust contribute to the sleeker more streamlined look of the S4. STEP FOUR: COLORED BUTTONS!Ĭlose up the the controller, connect it to USB and “voilà”! In general, this will work with many controllers that have rubber buttons in this style – but be aware that not every controller has easy to access buttons like the X1 MK1 does. You’ll still be able to see a slight amount of the original color on the sides, so if you wanted to go above and beyond, you could likely add additional even smaller pieces to fix that – but check the results first and see if it seems necessary. I cut the bookmarks into small pieces, and inserted them to fill the rubber space where the button is as shown above. Shopping list: Here’s a set of Post-It bookmarks on Amazon that could work nicely – with loads of color options for just $3 STEP 3: MEASURE, CUT, AND PLACEĬut the paper down to the right size for the button you’re changing – and remember that the inside of the button is smaller than the face of it. You’ll want to make sure the material isn’t too thick in order to allow light through – so other good options include light gels or cello paper. For this purpose, I used a small adhesive foil which normally serves for bookmarking the pages in a textbooks. I wanted to change my play button to blue, and cue button to pink. I decided to put a thin foil in different colors over the existing light to would change the colors of the buttons. ![]() STEP 2: ACQUIRE TINTING PAPER / FOIL / GELS Opening the controller just involves the screws from the back of the X1 – but note that opening a controller like this will likely void any warranty on the unit. If you don’t have confident soldering experience and spare color LEDs laying about, don’t try to mod the circuit board. Originally I wanted to change the actual backlights behind the buttons by changing them to different colors, but when I opened the controller I realized that it would be harder than imagined. ![]() ![]() STEP 1: OPEN THE CONTROLLER Keep track of all of the screws – use a small bowl or cup! The Kontrol X1 MK2 includes colored cue points and different color transport controls – but some home modification on the MK1 generation was all that I needed. On the X1, I wanted to put different colors for different buttons for even easier navigation on the controller. Read on to learn how to do it yourself and customize this controller for a fraction of the cost of upgrading – and in just a few minutes!ĭJTT Reader Phoenix Kraundler wrote to us at DJTT when sharing his Kontrol X1 light mod project – his steps are below!įor some time now I’ve wanted to change the color of the buttons on my controllers and put my personal touch into them to make them unique. For most DJs, upgrading to the latest controller takes time and money that they don’t have – so today we’re sharing a DJTT reader’s low-tech solution for adding colored buttons to a Traktor Kontrol X1 MK1.
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