Im planning on buying one of these software/interface for home use. I know this topics has been discussed but with no real useful outcome. What are your experiences or recommendations... Or is there a new software coming out soon worth waiting for?? Thanks.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

the new version of traktor scratch live is leading the pack, and this really isn't debatable from a technological standpoint. serato is a very close second. the version they're working on now is supposed to be up to par with the current version of traktor scratch live. serato and native instruments will go back and forth like this for years. truth is, you can't go wrong with either.

torq. wouldn't mess with it.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Jenks is spot on. I use TS myself, switching from Torq, and I am quite happy with it. Torq was a piece of shit, and the support for it was even worse... little to no feedback from the developer's themselves, long time in between updates (which barely fixed or improved much), just generally a shitty experience. TS on the other hand has been hassle free and fun.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Excellent Thank you guys I was actually debating between SSL and TS I figured torq wasn't good and is cheap looking too. Then I will go for TS. Thanks again.

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Anyone know if I can use a different audio interface from the ones that come with the software to link up with my 1200s? (Specifically a Presonus Firebox)

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

^ Nevermind

I found out that the Audio DJ8 is required for vinyl emulation

Oh well, I went ahead and bought the package anyways. I can't wait to use my 1200s again, haven't touched them in ages!

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Good choice man.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Traktor Scratch just arrived at my door today and I can't wait to try it out.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

sweet choice phil. fking love it.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Thanks Jenks.

Has anyone decided to upgrade to Traktor 3 from the LE? Seems to be a pretty cheap upgrade if you order through a reseller. Around $90 or so last I checked.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

^At least with Serato, you don't have to pay for updates...

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

that's Traktor, not Traktor Scratch

i just got TS in the mail today.

I've been having a blast with it for several hours now and I'm already starting to realize that it's going to change my media of choice when mixing! It was so easy to set up and use right out of the box.

I only have my CDJ 400s with me right now...which it works great with! BUT I can't wait to use them with my 1200s

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

[quote=Caley Martin;613297]that's Traktor, not Traktor Scratch[/quote]

Ah. word.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

[QUOTE=Caley Martin;613297]that's Traktor, not Traktor Scratch[/QUOTE]

However, it looks like Traktor 3 offers quite a list of new features that compliment TS nicely (including 4 deck capabilities). It would have been nice to get a free upgrade to that instead of having to spend an extra $119 to be able to access those new features and use 4 decks at once.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

so pirate it :p

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Just picked it up at Sweetwater for $90. Looking forward to trying it out. They also have the academic version of Traktor Scratch for those looking to pick it up.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

I too upgraded a few days ago. Traktor 3 definitely makes TS look like a lite version of the software. I have yet to try it with my x-station 25 but it works excellent with cdjs and 1200s.

Phil, did you get the free lacie hd for buying TS in june?

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

[QUOTE=pr0ficient;616319]I too upgraded a few days ago. Traktor 3 definitely makes TS look like a lite version of the software. I have yet to try it with my x-session pro but it works excellent with cdjs and 1200s.

Phil, did you get the free lacie hd for buying TS in june?[/QUOTE]

I didn't hear about a free Lacie HD for buying TS. Perhaps I don't qualify for getting it an academic price? Do you have a link?

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Waiting for my TS to come in the mail after months of deciding between Torq and SS.. how much is the upgrade to T3 and other then the additional decks is there whole lot of other features that TS doesn't have?

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[QUOTE=phil;617051]I didn't hear about a free Lacie HD for buying TS. Perhaps I don't qualify for getting it an academic price? Do you have a link?[/QUOTE]

I doubt it would matter since it says that you could have purchased it anywhere, but I'm not totally sure. Go here for instructions: [url]http://www.pssl.com/c/Rebates/LaCie_Redemption_Process.pdf[/url]

All they want is a copy of the receipt and they send you a free lacie 120gb hard drive. Mine should arrive any day now.

Also, was it hard to obtain an academic copy of TS? I read somewhere that you have to prove that you are a music major or something similar (i.e. me being a business major could not apply for it)...do you know if this is true?

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Hey question to record your sets what system is better TS or SSL??

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and does anybody has an update on this subject?? What about pioneer software that is suposed to come out this year??

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

I have recorded many a sets via TS... it's fine.

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

[QUOTE=Caley Martin;625716]I have recorded many a sets via TS... it's fine.[/QUOTE]

Same here. I just recorded my last mix for MCast with it. Cheers to WAV recording quality :)

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Riche Hawtin show what you can do with traktor:

[url]http://www.native-instruments.com/index.php?id=hawtintips1&L=1[/url]

Re: Help with software... Torq Vs. Serrato Vs. Traktor

Yeah dude, we already have a whole thread dedicate to that very thing.