Native Instruments TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO

Native Instruments TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO

Scratch Made Simple

For aspiring DJs who want to start spinning their digital tracks on vinyl and CD, TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO is the complete straightforward solution that provides both the software and hardware to perfectly fuse the worlds of analog and digital DJing. The unrivaled sound quality of the AUDIO 4 DJ interface coupled with the power of the TRAKTOR DUO software and super-tight control is the perfect fusion of analog and digital. TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO comes with the powerful TRAKTOR PRO-based TRAKTOR DUO software, the professional AUDIO 4 DJ interface, ultra-precise control records and CDs plus many more valuable features to get you spinning in no time.
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Go Duo

The included TRAKTOR DUO software features two state-of-the-art playback decks, an intuitive graphic interface with a Crate Flick cover art browser. Advanced looping capabilities, with multiple loop and cue points plus up to three chainable tempo sync’d effects per channel let you get deep inside the tracks you spin. TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO combines unparalleled creative potential with ease of use and rock-solid dependability.
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Fab 4

TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO comes with AUDIO 4 DJ, a superior USB bus-powered audio interface built specifically for DJing. This low-latency 24-bit/96 kHz interface uses high-end Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters for pristine audio quality – just like its multi award-winning big brother AUDIO 8 DJ. Four switchable inputs and four hi-gain (9.7 dBu) outputs let you connect to an external mixer and turntables or CD decks in seconds.
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Digital Tracks On Wax

TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO enables you to seamlessly fuse analog and digital DJing. The 2 kHz control signal of the included vinyl and CDs is twice the resolution of the competitors. This unmatched responsiveness means that everything from slow rubs to quick backspins and even motor-offs responds just like vinyl. Pressed with extreme care onto high-quality 120g discs, it feels like each digital file is cut into the wax.
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Easy Setup

TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO is designed for easy set up and comes with a dedicated set of high-quality Multicore cables. Within seconds, you can hook up the AUDIO 4 DJ to your turntables / CD players and mixer and you're ready to rock. And with the included TRAKTOR DUO software you can also spin without CD decks and turntables using the internal mixer- perfect for preparing a set or rocking an after party.
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SCRATCH LIBRARY

TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO comes with a dedicated Scratch Library. The included exclusive audio material offers instant usability and unique features for all turntablists. Over 700 MB of sounds recorded in 24 bit / 96 kHz audio quality are itching to be scratched and include many lead sounds for solo scratching as well as sound FX, endless tones, tunes for juggling, loops and more. More about the library...

MASCHINE INTEGRATION

The powerful groove production studio MASCHINE can be used as a MIDI controller for TRAKTOR DUO, alongside the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1. In these exclusive videos, 3-times World DMC Champion DJ Rafik demonstrates the next level of turntablism tricknology.

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TRAKTOR SCRATCH is authorized for use under license of patents owned by N2IT Holding B.V., including U.S. Patent Nos. 7,012,184 B2 and 7,238,874 B2.

TRAKTOR 1.2 update now available

The 1.2 update for user of the latest generation of TRAKTOR (TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO, TRAKTOR PRO, TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO, TRAKTOR DUO, TRAKTOR LE (latest version) is available for download now.

This is the the most advanced version of TRAKTOR yet, introducing several new features for all users, as well as some PRO-specific additions.

NEW EFFECTS FOR PRO

Users of TRAKTOR PRO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO are treated to three extra effects in this 1.2 version. Taking the total to 28 highly creative and professional effects, this update adds a Beat Slicer, and Formant Filter and a Peak Filter to your arsenal of weapons- all of which need to be heard to be believed.

Four independent effect units:
The already impressive TRAKTOR effects section just got twice as nice. With the addition of two more effects units (in PRO versions only) the potential for warping and twisting your tracks has been vastly increased. With three separate effects chainable per unit, the possibilities are now almost endless.

Native HID / Display Support

TRAKTOR now supports the HID (Human Interface Device) protocol for the Pioneer CDJ-400 and display support for the Denon DN-HC4500. HID is an alternative to MIDI control that boasts a much improved sensitivity, meaning even more precise control over pitch control and effects parameters etc. HID also utilizes the product displays to show TRAKTOR info such as track name, remaining time etc, directly on the hardware.

IMPROVED TIME-STRETCHING ALGORITHM

The new advanced Élastique time stretching algorithm delivers a new level in time-stretching quality at an amazing workload efficiency. The algorithm has been developed to detect tonal and transient components in your tracks with high accuracy, making the Keylock function in TRAKTOR 1.2 sound pristine. The new algorithm also ensures exceptional efficiency in CPU usage.

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Visit the Update Manager or the NI Service Center to download the free update.

New Features in Version 1.1

Auto Sync Mode

Once you have selected SYNC for a deck, it will remain engaged when loading a new track. Drop a new track into a mix in perfect time, without having to hit the sync button again.

Advanced Controller Setup Wizard

Fast and convenient set up of controllers and interfaces is now possible with the addition of this feature. The Wizard can be dialed up from within the application (and opens on first startup) plus it also allows hotplugging of devices while TRAKTOR is running. Once a device is connected, select it in the Wizard and it'll load the respective TSI with all settings. Plug and play!

High-Resolution 14 Bit MIDI support

Added support for 14bit-MIDI in version 1.1 allows TRAKTOR PRO to leverage the extended precision and responsiveness of high-resolution knobs and faders on various current DJ controller models.

Other enhancements since Version 1.1

* Drag & Drop from decks to playlist
* Two additional "favorite playlist" slots
* New "Progressive Sensitivity" option for Pitch Bend
* Customizable Cue Play button behaviour (Instant/On Release)
* Additional "Preparation List" features with diamond icons, "Append/add next" menu functions
* Adjustable "minimum playtime filter" for play count and history functions timecode
* Internal EQs enabled for external mixer mode
* New track caching technology with reduced memory footprint
* Improved Tap Tempo function
* Direct tag editing in Explorer node
* Pitch Bend controller assignable to jog wheels
* One-Click setting of hotcues
* Adjustable pitch bend sensitivity With version 1.1, you can now control the sensitivity of the pitch bend function via the preferences pane
* Modifiers for keyboard mappings Create more complex and intelligent keyboard mappings with this update
* New 10% tempo slider range The tempo slider range now matches the range of various CD decks (CDJ etc)
* New "Manual" clock mode for manual assignment of master and slave
* Improved master clock tracking of deck tempo (8x increase)
* New "History Archive" browser node
* Option to physically delete tracks in browser
* Option to remove TRAKTOR-specific tags from collection

* Control up to 2 decks using turntables, CD decks or MIDI controllers including advanced looping and cue points
* High-end 24-bit/96 kHz low-latency audio interface with Cirrus Logic® AD/DA converters; USB 2.0 bus powered
* 4 high-gain outputs, 4 inputs with optional phono-pre amps with high impedance input mode for perfect audio through quality, 8 individual LEDs for full visual control, high power 1/4" headphone jack with independent volume knob
* 2 control vinyl records and 2 CDs with high-resolution 2 kHz signal for ultra-precise track control
* 2 Multicore cables (patent pending) for easy plug and play connectivity
* Stylish interface utilizing the same engine as the industry leading TRAKTOR PRO-designed for high visibility in club environments
* 6 first-class DJ effects (delay, flanger, reverb, filter, beatmasher, gater), groupable into chains of up to three per channel
* Advanced DJ software based on TRAKTOR PRO includes high-end internal mixer, automatic beat-gridding of tracks, advanced beat detection and Sync Lock for perfect mixing
* Realtime track management with incremental search, Crate-Flick browsing, iPod® and iTunes® compatibility
* Supports multiple USB controllers and assignments and includes ready-to-use mappings for almost all industry-standard controllers

Compatibility, System Requirements, Hardware Specifications

SUPPORTED AUDIO FORMATS

MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audio-CD, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis, non-DRM WMA**, non-DRM AAC

** WMA playback supported only on Windows

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Windows® XP (SP3, 32 bit) or Windows Vista® (SP1, 32/64 bit) or Windows® 7 (32/64 bit), Pentium® IV or Athlon 1.4 GHz (SSE1), 1 GB RAM

Mac OS® X 10.5/10.6, Intel®Core (TM) Duo 1.66 GHz, 1 GB RAM
100 MB free disk space required (minimum), DVD drive

DIMENSIONS

4"(101 mm) x 4.8" (121 mm) x 1.7"(42 mm)
Weight: 1.1lb (511 grams)

SUPPORTED DRIVERS

ASIO™, Core Audio™, DirectSound®, WASAPI™

POWER SUPPLY

Power Supply Via USB 2.0 interface, 5V 500mA bus power. No additional power supply or battery is needed.

HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS
Audio Inputs (A/D)
Channels 4
Sample Rate 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Bit Resolution 16, 24-bit
Converter Cirrus Logic

Line Inputs
Input Impedance 1 MOhm
Full Scale Level + 12,5 dBu
SNR (weighted) 99,7 dBu
THD+N 0,019%
Frequency Response +/-1 dBu 10 Hz-40 kHz
Dynamic Range codec 105 dBu

Phono Inputs
Input Impedance 47 KOhm
Full Scale Level @ 1 kHz - 21,2 dBu
SNR (weighted) @ 1 kHz 87,2 dBu
THD+N @ 1KHz 0,09%
Frequency Response +/-1 dBu 10 Hz-40 kHz

Audio Outputs (D/A)
Channels 4
Sample Rate 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Bit Resolution 16, 24-bit
Converter Cirrus Logic

Line Outputs
Output Impedance 100 Ohms
Maximum Output Level +9,6 dBu
SNR (weighted) 100 dBu
THD+N 0,006%
Frequency Response +/- 1 dBu 10 Hz-40 kHz
Dynamic Range codec 105 dBu

Headphone Output
Load Impedance 16 Ohms – 600 Ohms
Maximum Output Level (100 Ohm load) 1,55 V RMS (load 100Ohm), 3,1V RMS (no load)
SNR (weighted) 93 dBu
THD+N (100 Ohms) 0,016%
Frequency Response +/- 1 dBu 10 Hz-40 kHz

TRAKTOR PRO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO are 4 deck, fully featured premium tools designed for to meet the highest standards of functionality required by professional DJs.

TRAKTOR DUO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO are 2 deck DJ tools featuring a more limited set of features from TRAKTOR PRO and TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO.

The TRAKTOR family can also be split into two further camps - those with "SCRATCH" in their name are capable of hands-on vinyl and CD control and come with an audio interface and those without are software only products.

Please also see our other comparison charts:
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TRAKTOR DUO TRAKTOR PRO TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO
Type DJ Software DJ Software Digital Vinyl System Digital Vinyl System
Included sound interface None None AUDIO 4 DJ AUDIO 8 DJ
Timecode control (vinyl and/or CDs) No No Yes Yes
Decks 2 4 2 4
Effects 6 +filter Over 20 6 +filter Over 20
Chain FX Yes Yes Yes Yes
Send FX / Advanced Mode No Yes No Yes
Crate Flick Yes Yes Yes Yes
Full iTunes & iPod compatibility Yes Yes Yes Yes
Auto Beatgridding & Sync Lock Yes Yes Yes Yes
Quantized Mode No Yes No Yes
Instant Loop & Set Cue Button Yes Yes Yes Yes
EQ Types Classic EQ 4 EQ types Classic EQ 4 EQ types
Filter types Classic filter Classic & Xone options Classic filter Classic & Xone options
Industry standard workflows Yes Yes Yes Yes
Hotkey control Fixed Customizable Fixed Customizable
Easy Setup Wizard Yes Yes Yes Yes
MIDI Assignments Fully customizable, multiple Fully customizable, multiple Fully customizable, multiple Fully customizable, multiple
MIDI Clock / Master Clock No Yes No Yes
Recording No Yes No Yes
Cruise Mode (Autoplay) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Internet Broadcasting No Yes No Yes
Customizable Layouts No Yes No Yes
Multiple MIDI devices Yes Yes Yes Yes

TRAKTOR SCRATCH is authorized for use under license of patents owned by N2IT Holding B.V., including U.S. Patent Nos. 7,012,184 B2 and 7,238,874 B2.