The Best Add On Controller For Your Dj Setup? Overlay - Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1

[@andre199017]

Dave it's me again. Just wanted to say, you're really an excellent KZbinr, I see you haven't had many views but you're genuinely the clearest most thorough KZbinr i've come across, plus you've got great character on video. Please don't stop making content, i've no doubt you'll do very well at some point.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

That’s very kind Andre. Much appreciated. I will be back on it once new baby is settled and not screaming into microphone 🎤 lol

[@mely28mel]

Thank you so much I was bummed I couldn't use my x1 anymore with my new mac this is the best of both worlds

[@damianandrews965]

I wish I could like this 1000 times. I have an F1 on the way and I've watched this three times already. Great work!!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Ahhh thanks Damian there is another 3 videos to come when I can 😁

[@mikekarloff2894]

Dave, you're a real pro. Thank you for this

[@houhou75]

Hi Dave, actually Z1 has Play Buttons for Decks A & B. They are the A & B monitor buttons while pressing the Mode button. Very nice video. Cheers.

[@djsud698]

U are the genius dave.. Waiting for another 3.

[@Beemn633]

Ah yes! Thanks for all the details! I have exact setup, so put F1 as CD and then using FX on 3 and 4 and selecting those for all 4 decks. This way I can load remix sounds and stems on 3/4 and have an additional 4 FX for each deck. And I did remove the Browse mapping…that was driving me mad - I’d take that as the only thing I learned, but so much more - thank you! Was contemplating moving away from Traktor but your videos reminded me why I got these 2 pieces of kit in the first place…back at it again.

[@javierramireznoriega]

el mejor tutorial de traktor f1 , gracias DAVE!!!!

[@DRocker80]

I've been looking everywhere for info on how to use the F1's overlay. Thank you so much for posting this!!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

More than welcome Derrick. Hope it helps.

[@DRocker80]

@@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert Subscribed!! Keep up the good work. I've been a KZbin user since 2007 and am very selective with my subscriptions. I value quality over quantity any day of the week.

[@shantinila5088]

Great video!! I keep coming back to it to learn more :)

[@Montro_Full]

Wow! You've just shown an area of the F1 that no one talks about! I've literally never seen this feature of the F1 on any other youtube videos thanks a Lott!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Glad you like it. Have 3 more videos to go on what this bad boy can do.

[@garethmillers5453]

Nice one DAVE. Hope all is good. Looking forward to the Tutorial where you explain how to use the F1 in Sequencer mode. Great detail in this video once again.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Gareth and hope you’re good too. I will get onto these ASAP.

[@Potterzilla]

Bless you for this! I have been trying to figure out what the heck this second default mapping was for this thing and could only find info on the remix deck default mapping! I got my f1 used years ago with no packaging and finally decided to use it. Was fiddling around and discovered it was a 2 deck controller but didn't know all the ins and outs, glad I saw this vid! Thanks again.

[@Lectrosoul]

nice once! Love tp hear your thoughts with the F1 and the new stems in Traktor 4, mappings etc!

[@dynexell]

Watching your video over and over again..i finally purchase F1..thank you.. totally loving it and i use it for remix/stem on deck c and d..with overlay i can control effect for 3 and 4..perhaps cam remap it for effect 1 & 2 later on once i finish explore F1..or continue using my korg nanokontrol studio for effect 1& 2..or perhaps purchase x1 mk2..hehehe 😈😈😈 It's inspirational watching your video for increase my creativity..

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

That sounds awesome! If you’re on Instagram then I’d love to see your skills. Search digitalandvinylexpert 😁

[@kostyaonspace]

4 effects, thank you 🥰

[@hilkomenke8340]

Another really cool video! ❤️🤗 You went into Traktor Settings -> Controller Manager -> F1 User Mode to delete a mapping. So do I understand it correctly that you can completely re-map the User Mode to your liking which you can quickly access through Shift + Browse on F1 to have a lot of additional controls other than the ones you just showed in the video (I don't like the F1 knobs and faders acting like FX control in User Mode for instance, but I want to keep the main Remix Deck control mode and not completely do a new mapping in Midi Mode)

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks and yes you can. It's awesome when you get it exactly how you want it.

[@chrisdamonsworld]

Nice video

[@arideejay]

El mejor y mas completo tutorial ! Gracias

[@hansokx4900]

Hello dave very good tutorials about F1 When will part 3 come out?

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Hans. I’m glad you like it and ASAP I’ll get part 3 out. New baby is taking my time 😊

[@danielechiappa1046]

Well done

[@kidyman1]

Part 3, 4, 5..... ? Keeping us hanging Dave!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

I know I know soz. The new baby is literally taking up all my time and head space. Plus trying to record on a mic without screaming is impossible

[@kidyman1]

@@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert I'm with you, except my kids are 11 and 9 and the noise is "dad, what does this button do?". I need you to tell them! :)

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hahahahaha I go to record said video and my kid says arrrrggggjjhhhhh until I give up trying. 5 months old and teething. Someone help 😢😂

[@jesseford9638]

DAVE…..awesome video! Do you still have the picture of the overlay so I can make a skin for myself!?!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

I think so lol. Send me an email to [e-mail]

[@michaelkaercher]

Hi Dave, thanks for those excellent videos. Have an S2 Mark 2. Could you show how you use that in combination with the F1 (just bought one). Thanks

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Michael, I use this combination SO much, I still use the S2 MK2 (coz of the effects) and with the F1 it's AWESOME!. I have a back log of videos atm but feel free to contact me via [e-mail] and I'll happily show you how I use it. Thanks

[@jezzbass1826]

Thank you!!!

[@fusionworks7270]

Thanks for this I have 2 F1s with an S5 mostly for more control with the Stem format but was super curious what that sleeve that came with one of my F1s did good to know. These videos have been super helpful. recently been trying to incorporate a Midi Fighter into my sets but kinda funny forgot that Remix decks are a thing and could be doing it with my F1s (even though I love my Midi fighter for it's arcade buttons such a fun device to play)

[@angelog.1824]

hi is possible to know how marco carola playd whit is f1? you explication is very GREATFOUL!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hey Angelo do you have a link to a particular video I can check out?

[@angelog.1824]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert i havo a pick of the f1 with his control i dont know how i can put in these message😅

[@angelog.1824]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert how can i set my f1 style white paper ?

[@angelog.1824]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/pHTJi5igqZ1onrc here the video finally

[@angelog.1824]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert www.native-instruments.com/forum/threads/how-is-marco-carola-doing-this-on-the-f1.354641/ here a immagin of the mapping in the f 1

[@shmish]

Great videos, thanks. With an x1, this second overlay/mode is less useful, or am I misunderstanding it’s use? I don’t have a z1. Cheers.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Doug. The original x1 overlay was pretty useful but it all depends on what you are after

[@rubetubeable]

Dave, great video, please could you ask NI to input a simple update to pro 3, We need colour coded Hotcues!!!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Rubester, they are colour coded in regards to grid cue, cue, loop cue, load cue and fade in and out cue.

[@rubetubeable]

Yeah I get ya, I’m talking hotcues only, there’ all blue, so it’s hard to remember what’s what, be nice to color code them your choice of colour like you can in rekordbox

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Yeah that would be nice

[@rubetubeable]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert also a quick question you might be able to answer. I use pro 3 with the A6 soundcard. I am wanting a man s8. If I brought one off eBay(second hand) would it work on my pro 3? See there’s quite a bit of confusion with buying second hand native instruments hardware, Seeing as pro 3 will allow any soundcard to work with it I’m guessing a used S8 would work on mine. Or would the seller have to de resister the hardware his end and send my the serial code. I hope you can answer this. Many thanks Rube

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hey Rube, The S8 would absolutely work and sound great. Native are really good at changing peoples serials. All the owner would need to do is write to NI and ask them to move their serial to the new email and BOOM

[@awkwardsquadproject]

Hi Dave loving your F1 series. Will you be doing a similar thing for the Kontrol D2 I'm especially looking at how to overmap the Fx section so I can use the knobs as a pitch/tempo slider and key changers if possible in Traktor 3 - I met you once at a native instruments open day at point blank and you were very helpful thanks 🙌

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hey glad you like it and hoped it’s useful. I hadn’t thought about the D2 but possibly. Always get in touch though and feel free to remind me. But don’t forget you can always book me for a session to help with specifics as well. 😊 I met you at PB? Oh cool hi again. I’ll go and check out your channel now. Thanks again.

[@BroetchenMaker]

Hey man, love your videos with the traktor and kontroller explanations. i got me a f1 as a christmas present for myself and just saw this video. unfortunately, as you just said, in the newer boxers the overlays are missing.. so can you do us a favor and just scan yours do pdf DL for other users? will be very helpful to get to know all of the functions of the f1 ^^ best wishes! keep up the great work

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks for checking my videos out. Of course I can. Send me an email to [e-mail] :-)

[@petergarcia2777]

I bought an x1 and 2 f1s in lockdown. Just returned to them again to try and get my head round them. ITS FINALLY GOING IN!!!! Thank you D.A.V.E!!!!! ps any idea where I can get hold of those overlays? My f1s Didn't come with any.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Awesome Peter 😊 They are like gold dust unfortunately. Just eBay I guess. If you need a pic of it just shout.

[@bertjayl4825]

Great video Dave as always, I'm in a pickle I've got my Z2 set up with my reloop rp7000mk2. I want to plug my S2 Mk3 into my laptop and use that to play 4 decks however when I plug the controller in its just uses deck A,B is there a way around this using the F1 or midi map??

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hey dude. I’ve sent you an email. Hope it helps :-)

[@bertjayl4825]

@@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert Hi Dave thanks for the reply however it doesn't seem to do it, it still has the Z2 and the S2 loading decks A and B 🤷‍♂️

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Let me check it out when I’m next in the studio

[@Chris-iu3vl]

Using the F1 between two X1's gives you a perfect 4 channel player/mixer. Add a third x1 and you have fx1 + fx2.

[@giovannivicentin8438]

Is possible to use the F1 with a 2 channels mixer (not z1)? Deck A&B time code vinyl and deck C with F1 controling a remix set or stems? With my Z1 is possible, but using external mode do i need route the ch.3 signal to a physical channel?

[@kingofnothinghere4210]

Love you

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thank you 😊

[@timotheousification]

Hi dave! I really appreciate your info on the mk3. Unfortunately I could only afford the mk3 mikro. If you are aware of the differences of the two would you mind sharing? I'm brand new to music production but I've found such an incredible outlet for creativity in the maschine. Any advice would be helpful. Well more helpful than you have already been. Regardless thank you and keep up the great work!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hi Timothy and glad they have been useful. The Mikro mk3 is great and you’ll have fun I’m sure. You can do so much on it and a lot is the same. Obviously you don’t have the screens and rotaries but can do all of that on the software. If you have any specific questions then fire away 😊 happy creating

[@timotheousification]

@@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert my immediate goal is to sample my voice and other "found sounds" into maschine or ableton. Honestly sample as a whole is the biggest thing I'm struggling with. I'm a new comer to your channel I'm sure you've covered it already I plan on doing a deep dive on your channel this evening and further in the future. Thanks for taking the time to hit me up!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Tbh sampling is something I haven’t covered because I ran out of time but I do need to do a video for it but if you check out Accurate Beats channel he is great at showing you how to do it. Highly recommend his channel to you. Hope you enjoy the rest of my videos though.

[@Diegregdie]

Great vid DAVE! I've got one question tho: is there a way to adjust the pitch/tempo without touching the laptop/computer? this would be great for a nice progression in the mix. Thanks in advance

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thanks Greg. Unfortunately not with the F1 without mapping it but you could use the mixer to do that.

[@dxtrs_mnpltr]

Hi Dave, have you already uploaded parts 3,4&5?..cheers

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Unfortunately I’m still working on them. Had a baby and then Xmas so it’s been crazy. Very soon 👍🏼

[@dxtrs_mnpltr]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert Well congrats on the birth of your baby, mate!😃 can’t wait to check out the rest of this series, thanks a lot and happy new year!

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Thank you 🙏🏼 happy new year 🥳

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Part 3 is up and part 4 this weekend 😊

[@dxtrs_mnpltr]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert You’re an absolute superstar cheers mate!

[@samibegood5349]

Hello ! Thanks for Tuto and do you know where i can buy the overlay ? I’ve not it because i have a second hand F1. Thank

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hi Sami Glad you like the video. Try eBay as NI stopped producing them unfortunately.

[@samibegood5349]

DAVE Digital and Vinyl Expert I’ll try it thank for answer

[@didyouaye8704]

Dave I’m trying to do this with an F1 while using a Z2, the Z2 and the f1 are both trying to control FX1 and 2. Is there a way to set it up that the Z2 controls FX1 a single FX and the F1 controls a group fx on FX3 ?

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hello This will happen as they are mapped to the same thing. You could go into controller manager and make C/D instead. I’d go into the actual mapping and just change the fx to 3 and 4. Shout if you need help

[@videosvideos6243]

9:00 i agree…frustrating

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

I delete that stupid option in the mapping each time I load it so it doesn’t do that anymore.

[@alfiekennedy1657]

can you do this mapping on rekordbox

[@JoffreyVerkadeNietVanDeKoekjes]

Does anyone know where to get the overlay? Bought my F1 2nd hand and came without it.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Yes please anyone let us know! I have 2 and can’t find anywhere to buy them.

[@Teoalterego91]

Hi I would like to buy a new controller for traktor but today I am undecided whether to buy the X1 or the F1; I state that I would be interested in the effects management, sync and loop functionalities as I use also maschine in my configuration (so the remix deck is not used). would you recommend the controller X1 or F1 using the skin you show in this video?

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hi Matteo Thanks for the question. If you feel that you need the FX more than remix deck then definitely go for the X1 mk2. If you need anymore advice then feel free to contact me via my website www.digitalandvinylexpert.com Happy creating :-)

[@jeffreynick3227]

Hello Dave where can I find the over lay for F1.

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Hey Jeffrey, they used to come in the box when you bought the F1 but sadly they stopped it. If you can’t find one secondhand then I’ll send you a photo for you to reference

[@simonboscoe1668]

Anyone know if it is possible to use the F1 as a midi controller for a hardware synth? I have an S4, so can midi clock the synth to the S4, I just cant trigger the synth at the moment

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

🤔 good question. Can you not midi map a button on the s4?

[@simonboscoe1668]

@@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert Feels like I should be able to, but can not work it out if it is possible... btw your video got me to dust off my F1 and have another play with it. Forgot how much fun it can be :-)

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Pleased to hear it Simon. If you need any further help then don’t hesitate to contact me on [e-mail] ☺️

[@jusami1]

when can you buy this skin??

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

Unfortunately, this used to come with the f1. Not anymore Unfortunately

[@FutureBland]

how can i found free techno acid sample for my F1 controller ?

[@JoffreyVerkadeNietVanDeKoekjes]

sample it yourself using audicity, or create your own samples with free tools on the internet, this tutorial made me buy a 2nd hand F1 as you can go absolutly nuts with this :)

[@johneccles9051]

It’s a kind of s8 with jog wheels

[@f1r1a1n1k100]

Dave I text you on an other video requesting you the midi mapping for the s2 mk3 for effects I send you an email but never received any answers can you help me with the mapping please I ready set up my f1 thanks to this video but I will love to set up my s2 mk3 with effects that way I have all control again of traktor thanks and you are the best I KZbin

[@DAVEDigitalandVinylExpert]

hey I replied straight away. it was sent on the 9/9/20

[@javierramireznoriega]

el mejor tutorial de traktor f1 , gracias DAVE!!!!