Native Instruments’ new controller appeared in stores at the beginning of last week, and after a few weeks of getting a chance to play with it, we’ve got a complete hands-on review of the unit. Check out Ean’s exclusive video review of the Traktor Kontrol X1 MK2 and a photo gallery inside!
Reviewed: Native Instruments Kontrol X1 MK2
Price: $199 (available here)
Available: Now
Ships with: Traktor LE 2, USB 2.0 cable,
Dimensions: 11.5 x 4.7 x 2 inches (29.4 x 12 x 5.2 cm)
**Update: Native Instruments has announced a new modular controller with built in screens for track browsing, fx control, and waveform display. Learn more about the Kontrol D2.
PHOTO GALLERY
The Kontrol X1 in a club lighting environment.
X1 MK2 is mixer-height with the optional Kontrol Stand.
Kontrol X1 MK2, with the lights on.
Get a good look at the controls in this shot.
The top half of the X1 MK2 is pretty much the same as the MK1.
Had a chance to play with the X1 MK2 yourself? Let us know how it was in the comments below.