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3.10.4.2 Combining Sounds of different Stem Decks
While the Stem Files are playing back on Deck A and Deck B, you can now perform the follow-
ing actions for mixing both Stem Files. We assume here that the Stem Parts of both of your
chosen Stem Files are using the same naming and coloring scheme e.g. Stem Part 1 for
drums, Stem Part 2 for bass, Stem Part 3 for melody, and Stem Part 4 for vocals.
Combining Sounds
To combine the Sounds of the Stem File on Deck A with the Sounds of the Stem File on Deck
B:
1. On the right Deck move the Slot Volume Faders to the maximum position one by one. The
Stem Parts of both Stem Files are now audible in the mix.
2. Lower and raise the Slot Volume Faders of both Stem Decks to combine the sounds of
both Stem Files.
3. On the left Deck move the Slot Volume Faders to the minimum position. You now hear the
sounds of Stem File on Deck B only.
3.11 Using Step Sequencer Mode on Remix Decks
This sub-section describes the usage of Step Sequencer mode with the TRAKTOR KONTROL
S8.
The Step Sequencer mode is dedicated to the Remix Decks and allows you to program a pat-
tern to be played by the focused sample on any Remix Slot. The amount of steps of the indi-
vidual sequences can be defined between 1 and 16 steps. The default amount is set to 8
steps. The Step Sequencer is meant to be used with one-shot samples such as kick, snare, hi-
hat, sound FX, etc. The usage of loops works too, but may not bring appropriate results.
Overview of Step Sequencer Mode in the Display
When Step Sequencer Mode is active, the display of TRAKTOR KONTROL S8 controller shows
the following appearance:
Using Your S8—Getting Advanced
Mixing Stem Files using Stem Decks
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