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Traktor Scratch A6 vs. Serato SL2

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  • May 30, 2013 at 5:47 am #40794
    Dayvue
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    Are you already djing? If so, what software do you use? If your are thinking about getting started, I recommend starting with a decent controller, not jumping into DVS.

    May 30, 2013 at 1:04 pm #40808
    DJ Toxcidic
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    Dayvue, post: 40950, member: 837 wrote: Are you already djing? If so, what software do you use? If your are thinking about getting started, I recommend starting with a decent controller, not jumping into DVS.

    Yes I am already DJing. I currently have a traktor Kontrol s2 and a pair of ndx 400s with a numark m6 mixer. I am wanting to use a dvs system with my CD players and eventually get some turntables.

    May 30, 2013 at 6:51 pm #40825
    DJ Vintage
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    There is a pretty solid alternative to consider if you want to go DVS but still have the option of playing CDs and USB music AND control Traktor or other software.

    The Denon SC3900 has a vinyl like rotating platter that (although somewhat smaller than a 12″ vinyl and according to those who used them) seems to behave awfully close to an SL1200 turntable. The good thing is that timecode is built-in, so you don’t have to use timecode CDs.

    Get the X1600 mixer with it (Traktor Scratch certified and fully midi) and you have a pretty neat setup you can use in just about any configuration.

    Just a thought.

    Greetinx,
    C.

    May 30, 2013 at 7:15 pm #40827
    Dayvue
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    If I were you, I would probably go for Serato, as this is a great opportunity to learn a new software. Serato boxes
    (SL2/3/4) are pretty easy to re-sell if you end up not liking it. If you are looking to simply get a soundcard for DVS (and not to upgrade your cdjs/mixer in the near future), serato is probably a better choice since the GUI and layout are simpler and will allow you to focus more on the mixing/music, since you will not have gajillions of features to play with.

    June 4, 2013 at 3:18 pm #40975
    Stazbumpa
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    +1 on the Denon gear idea. My gear list is in my sig, the x600 isn’t Traktor certified but works fine so I don’t need my Audio 8 anymore. The sc3900’s are a dream to use, no need for timecode cd’s and Denon have a Traktor mapping for them on their webby.
    But oh noes! Traktor has died mid set, oh well I’ll just use my mp3 cds that I brought with me just in case. Worth considering if you want a versatile set up with a couple options to keep playing if your laptop dies mid gig.

    June 4, 2013 at 3:58 pm #40976
    DJ Vintage
    Moderator

    My sentiments exactly. If I feel like going full force I’ll bring my laptop. Otherwise just bring my iPad and do wireless Engine.

    Greetinx,
    C.

    June 4, 2013 at 5:48 pm #40979
    Stazbumpa
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    I need a very small ethernet router with wireless on it before I can do that. Was looking at the LM007 but can’t find them for sale anywhere now.

    June 4, 2013 at 7:12 pm #40981
    DJ Vintage
    Moderator

    Probably a reason for that. I have to say that I got myself an Airport Express (latest model), not cheap but it works out just fine.

    Greetinx,
    C.

    June 5, 2013 at 3:15 pm #41003
    Stazbumpa
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    I thought they only had one lan port?

    June 5, 2013 at 5:17 pm #41008
    DJ Vintage
    Moderator

    Yeah, but the good part is they are easily configured from your iPad. If you buy something else, you’ll often need a laptop to do serious work on it. And a little (gigabit) switch, 5-ports is easily found and cheap.

    But yes, if you want all in one, you might want to consider the Extreme I think it is called.

    Greetinx,
    C.

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