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Best Native Instruments DJ Controllers 2025

Premium Native Instruments dj controllers - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: October 29, 2025 • Next update: November 5, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $2,000 Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Digital DJing For Mobile DJs For Bedroom DJs For Club Performance For DJ Learning
BRANDS: Native Instruments Rane Hercules Denon DJ Reloop Numark Faderfox
Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Case Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Case Bundle

by Native Instruments
Club Performance Bedroom DJs Digital DJing
Key Feature:
• Cost-effective vs. separate components
✓ PROS
  • • Built-in sound card
  • • Cost-effective vs. separate components
✗ CONS
  • • Software dependency
  • • Computer required for operation

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Case Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3*DJ Controller...

⭐ 4.7/5 (7 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 466670
$465
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Decksaver Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Decksaver Set

by Native Instruments
DJ Learning Digital DJing Club Performance
Key Feature:
• Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
✓ PROS
  • • Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
  • • Built-in sound card
✗ CONS
  • • Computer required for operation
  • • Software dependency

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Decksaver Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3*4 Channel...

⭐ 4.6/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 455196
$1,022
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3

by Native Instruments
Mobile DJs DJ Learning Digital DJing
Key Feature:
• Portable and compact setup
✓ PROS
  • • Cost-effective vs. separate components
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Software compatibility issues
  • • May lack premium mixer features

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK34 Channel DJ Controller and Audio InterfaceHAPTIC DRIVE: Motorised jog wheels with...

⭐ 4.4/5 (50 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 447986
$989
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Native Instruments Traktor S3

by Native Instruments
Bedroom DJs DJ Learning Club Performance
Key Feature:
• All-in-one DJ solution
✓ PROS
  • • Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
  • • Built-in sound card
✗ CONS
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility
  • • May lack premium mixer features

Native Instruments Traktor S34-Channel DJ Controller and Audio Interface24 bit / 44.1 / 48 kHz converter2 Large 14 cm...

⭐ 5.0/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 475701
$549
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3

by Native Instruments
Mobile DJs Bedroom DJs DJ Learning
Key Feature:
• Cost-effective vs. separate components
✓ PROS
  • • Cost-effective vs. separate components
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility
  • • Software dependency

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3DJ Controller and Audio InterfaceDJ performance system with 2 channels and sample deck...

⭐ 4.8/5 (15 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 447929
$285
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Headphone Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Headphone Set

by Native Instruments
DJ Learning Mobile DJs Digital DJing
Key Feature:
• Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
✓ PROS
  • • Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Software compatibility issues
  • • May lack premium mixer features

Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3 Headphone Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S4 MK3*4 Channel...

⭐ 4.8/5 (35 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 474236
$1,000
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bag Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bag Bundle

by Native Instruments
Bedroom DJs Digital DJing Club Performance
Key Feature:
• All-in-one DJ solution
✓ PROS
  • • Cost-effective vs. separate components
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Software compatibility issues
  • • Software dependency

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bag Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3*DJ Controller...

⭐ 4.5/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 466666
$351
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bundle

by Native Instruments
Bedroom DJs Digital DJing DJ Learning
Key Feature:
• Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
✓ PROS
  • • Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • May lack premium mixer features
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3*DJ Controller and...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
7/10
Build:
7/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 455191
$305
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S3 Headphone Bundle - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Native Instruments Traktor S3 Headphone Bundle

by Native Instruments
Bedroom DJs Club Performance Digital DJing
Key Feature:
• Portable and compact setup
✓ PROS
  • • All-in-one DJ solution
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility
  • • Software compatibility issues

Native Instruments Traktor S3 Headphone Bundle*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S3*4-Channel DJ...

⭐ 5.0/5 (11 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 479336
$560
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Decksaver Set - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Decksaver Set

by Native Instruments
Digital DJing DJ Learning Mobile DJs
Key Feature:
• Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
✓ PROS
  • • All-in-one DJ solution
  • • Software integration (Serato, Traktor, VirtualDJ)
✗ CONS
  • • May lack premium mixer features
  • • Software compatibility issues

Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3 Decksaver Set*Bundle offer comprising*, Native Instruments Traktor S2 MK3*DJ...

⭐ 4.4/5 (19 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 455194
$325
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor Z1 MK2 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Native Instruments Traktor Z1 MK2

by Native Instruments
DJ Learning Bedroom DJs Club Performance
Key Feature:
• Portable and compact setup
✓ PROS
  • • All-in-one DJ solution
  • • Portable and compact setup
✗ CONS
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility
  • • Software compatibility issues

Native Instruments Traktor Z1 MK22-Channel DJ Mixer and USB Audio Interface24 Bit / 96 kHz AD/DA converter3 OLED...

⭐ 4.4/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 601359
$212
Buy at Thomann View Details
Native Instruments Traktor X1 MK3 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Native Instruments Traktor X1 MK3

by Native Instruments
DJ Learning Mobile DJs Club Performance
Key Feature:
• Portable and compact setup
✓ PROS
  • • Portable and compact setup
  • • All-in-one DJ solution
✗ CONS
  • • Software dependency
  • • Limited upgrade flexibility

Native Instruments Traktor X1 MK3Modular USB DJ controllerFor seamless integration into the NI Traktor software5 OLED...

⭐ 4.6/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 570932
$241
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best DJ Controllers

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced dj controllers typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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