Native Instruments Traktor Scratch Duo DJ System
Includes Audio 4 DJ interface (24-bit/192kHz recording), Traktor Duo software and control media (CDs and records).
Overall User Ratings (based on 4 ratings)
Submitted March 15, 2010 by a customer from yahoo.com
"Best purchase I ever made! I am glad I did the research and chose Scratch Duo over Scratch Pro."
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I was going to go with the Traktor Scratch Pro but after days of research I figured I only needed to buy the Scratch Duo since I only have two turntables and the Pro is for up to four decks (which i know will never use since i've only used two decks for the past 10+ years). Also, the Duo has only six sound effects while the pro has more than 20...but i've only used the sound effects once or twice, so I am glad I didnt pay for the extra fx that i know i wouldnt use that much. I dont have any plans on broadcasting live so thats another reason I figured I didnt need the pro and......Probly the only thing I wish the Duo had that the Pro has is the ability to record your set......but i figured an extra $250.00 wasnt worth it.......ive had the Duo for about a week and I am so glad I didnt pay the extra money for the Pro. If you only plan on using two turntables and no CD decks then I strongly recommend the Duo.....My opinion is that the Pro is better for CD decks like the Pioneer CDJ-2000s or if you plan on using both turntables and CD decks....But If all your using is turntables theres no need for the Pro.....The Duo is all I will ever need!!!
Sound
Sounds really nice....no issues or complaints.....control vinyl works just like the music is printed on the vinyl
Features
Duo came with six sound effects unlike the pro that has over 20...I rarely use the six so I am glad I didnt pay the extra $250.00 for the extra fx.
Ease of Use
very easy to install....turntable and software install was up and running in less that 20 minutes.....once you realize how the installation works it takes less than 3 minutes to install wiring for gigs.
Quality
Very nice over all quality.....Serato who?
Value
Yes, Duo is great for the price!
Manufacturer Support
No need to contact support.....Note: ONCE YOU INSTALL THE SOFTWARE, GO TO THE NATIVE INSTRUMENTS WEBSITE AND DOWNLOAD EACH UPDATE/PATCH FOR TRACTOR SCRATCH DUO FROM FIRST TO LAST (UPDATE 1.1.2, 1.2.2, 1.2.3, and 1.2.4)....THIS WILL PREVENT FUTURE ISSUES LIKE POSSIBLE CRASHING.
The Wow Factor
no sex appeal its just software...LOL
Musical Background:
DJ
Musical Style:
Rap/Hip-Hop & Techno/House
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