New Native Instruments Traktor Audio 6 Released April/May 2011

New Native Instruments Traktor Audio 6 Released April/May 2011

FEATURES

* 6 inputs and outputs – 2 phono preamps to connect your turntables
* Extra-loud output levels pack enough punch to rock the biggest clubs
* High-quality 24-bit / 96kHz Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters
* Compact dimensions with sturdy metal casing for heavy duty feel
* Low latency Mac® and PC drivers for tightest possible response
* 12 status LEDs for visual monitoring of signal chain in challenging club environments
* Direct Thru mode allows use without computer, on power supply only
* Compatible with all DJ, performance and audio software
* Includes TRAKTOR LE 2 DJ software with TRAKTOR 2 Technology

The hardware follows in the footsteps of the Traktor software, making setup really easy by automatically switching between your internal and external sound card. The setup wizard remembers your settings so when you plug in your NI audio interface, you are good to go!

Traktor Audio 6 replaces the Audio 4 and other than the obvious 2 extra channels it also has a brand new processor and new low-latency drivers. What is low enough? Ean talks about it in the Traktor Pro 2 video walk through.

The new “Direct Thru” mode makes it possible to run the interface without being connected to a computer, powering it from its own power supply only. The new, larger and clearer LED’s on the top panel make it a lot easier to spot the audio signal when you don’t have a computer as a reference.

3 SETUPS FOR 3 PURPOSES

DJING WITH THE SOFTWARE MIXER:

Internal mixer setup: TRAKTOR AUDIO 6 connected to active monitors and headphones.

BOOTH AND STUDIO INSTALLATION USING DIRECT THRU:

Direct Thru setup: Two turntables connected to phono inputs of TRAKTOR AUDIO 6. Outputs connected to line inputs on external mixer. Power supply is connected, therefore no laptop is necessary.

DJING WITH AN EXTERNAL MIXER:

External mixer setup: Front outputs of TRAKTOR AUDIO 6 connected to AUX inputs of external mixer. Mixer output connected to front input of TRAKTOR AUDIO 6 for recording into your laptop.