Traktor DJ 2
Traktor DJ 2 is a free DJ mixing app for Mac that lets you mix tracks, sync beats, and perform with supported Native Instruments controllers.
What is Traktor DJ 2?
Traktor DJ 2 is a DJ application for Mac designed for mixing music with a simple two-deck workflow. It helps new and casual DJs load tracks, match tempos, build transitions, and perform basic sets without the complexity of a full professional DJ suite. The app supports track browsing, waveform-based mixing, automatic sync, and song recommendations to help users choose compatible tracks while performing. It also integrates with SoundCloud Go+ for access to streaming music within the app, and it can be used with compatible Native Instruments DJ hardware for hands-on control. Native Instruments released Traktor DJ 2 as an accessible entry point into digital DJing on desktop and mobile platforms. Users will typically encounter it as a lightweight practice, home mixing, or small-performance tool rather than a full studio production environment.
Key features
- Mix two tracks with a straightforward two-deck DJ layout.
- Sync tempo and beat alignment automatically for smoother transitions.
- Browse waveforms and cue tracks visually while preparing a mix.
- Use track recommendations to find songs that fit the current set.
- Stream and mix music from SoundCloud Go+ within the app.
- Control playback and mixing with supported Native Instruments DJ hardware.
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Traktor DJ 2 is legitimate DJ software from Native Instruments. Access to your music library, audio devices, and supported DJ hardware is normal for its purpose, and streaming features may connect to online music services when you use them. Keep any music library or streaming accounts you rely on signed in only on devices you trust, and remember that removing the app can also remove local settings or downloaded app data tied to your DJ workflow.
Recommendation: Keep Traktor DJ 2 if you still use it for practice, casual mixing, or a supported controller setup. If you no longer DJ with it, you can remove it to free space, but expect to lose its local preferences and any app-specific setup you want to preserve.
Common paths
/Applications/TRAKTOR DJ 2.app
Cache paths
~/Library/Caches/com.native-instruments.tmnt
Support paths
~/Library/Application Support/com.native-instruments.tmnt
Preference paths
~/Library/Preferences/com.native-instruments.tmnt.plist
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