The Gain knob adjusts the overall gain of the corresponding Deck in Traktor. Auto-Gain mode can be used as an alternative gain mode. In Traktor, press the button next to the Gain to activate Auto-Gain level viewing mode. When Auto-Gain is on, the knob shows the Auto-Gain that’s stored in the Traktor song file during analysis.
The three band EQ section can be used to sculpt the sound of the low, mid and high frequencies of a track playing in the Deck. The low EQ can cut or boost the low of a track, including kick drums, bass and sub bass. The Mid EQ cuts or boosts the mid range of a track, including vocals and most instrumentation. The High EQ adds or subtracts a ‘brightness’ from a track, and the Hi EQ cuts or boosts the high frequencies, which include hi-hats, rides, cymbals or snares and the top end of synths and pads.
The EQ section can be customized in Traktor and set to different EQ types. Each type has its own sound, giving you more control in your mixes.
To select an EQ setting, open Traktor’s Preferences, navigate to the Mixer section. In the EQ/Filter Section, select the EQ type from one of six types, including Classic, P600, NUO, XONE, Z ISO and P800. For more information, refer to our guide.
