Ableton Live 8: How to Warp Tracks for DJing

One advantage of using Ableton Live over another digital DJ application is the ability to sync complete tracks, loops, and MIDI instruments without having to beatmatch. This is accomplished by using the warp feature. Watch this video to learn how to warp your tracks in Ableton Live 8.

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Native Instruments Kontrol X1 MIDI Mapping for Traktor Pro 2 Sample Decks

MIDI mapping in Traktor Pro 2 is not the easiest thing to do. Programs like Xtreme Mapping make it easier and more convenient, but wouldn't it be better if you didn't have to map anything at all? Thankfully, you don't have to do any mapping if you have a Kontrol X1 and want to use sample decks as Traktor Pro 2 has an included sample deck mapping for the Kontrol X1 MIDI controller. Watch this video to learn about how to set up your controller and what each controller function is mapped to!

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Traktor Pro 2: How to Place Tracks in Sample Decks

With the addition of sample decks to Traktor Pro 2, you can grab elements of your tracks and place them into sample slots. This allows you to selectively play sections of your tracks in time with all the capabilities the sample decks have to offer.

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How to DJ with Traktor Pro 2: Part 9 – Sample Decks

Sample decks were a big addition to Traktor when it made the leap to Pro 2. In this video we look at the basics of using sample decks inside Traktor Pro 2: how to change from a track deck to a sample deck, the difference between one-shots and loops, and the individual sample controls.

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