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Native Instruments has announced it is now shipping the TRAKTOR KONTROL X1, a compact professional two-deck DJ controller.

Designed by the team behind the groundbreaking TRAKTOR DJ platform, the compact KONTROL X1 offers an unprecedented level of integration with the latest TRAKTOR generation, and can also efficiently control any other MIDI-compatible DJ software on the market. TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 provides DJs of all styles and genres with a highly intuitive way to control loop, cue, effect, track selection and transport functions of their setup.

TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 is available for a suggested price of $229 USD / 199 EUR from authorized dealers. In the NI Online Shop, the KONTROL X1 is currently sold out due to high demand, and only available for pre-order until further notice.

The introduction of TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 is accompanied by a four-part effects tutorial series by Ean Golden, as well as an interview video featuring high-profile early adopters like Craze & Klever, Kenny Larkin, Loco Dice, Martinez Brothers, DJ Rafik, Treasure Fingers, and others.

All videos can be found on the official NI Youtube channel at: http://www.youtube.com/nativeinstruments

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Native Instruments has announced TRAKTOR KONTROL X1, a highly functional performance controller that gives DJs immediate hands-on control over vital aspects of their performance.

Designed by the team behind the groundbreaking TRAKTOR DJ platform, the compact KONTROL X1 offers an unprecedented level of integration with the latest TRAKTOR generation for maximum performance and ease-of-use, and can also efficiently control any MIDI-compatible DJ software on the market.

TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 features

• Designed by the creators of TRAKTOR for perfect software integration.
• Plug and play – instant recognition by TRAKTOR with no setup required.
• Precision designed high-end buttons, knobs and encoders.
• Software controlled backlit buttons for comprehensive visual feedback.
• Lightweight, robust housing with slim, ultra-portable form factor – fits perfectly alongside a standard club mixer.
• Super-intuitive loop and cue control section.
• 8 knobs and 8 buttons for simultaneous access to all effect parameters of both decks.
• Push encoders for browsing and loading tracks to each deck instantly.
• Expandable – connect two X1s to control four decks.
• Compatible – incl. MIDI templates for controlling other DJ and performance software.

The TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 will be available in February 2010 for a suggested price of $229 USD / 199 EUR. The carrying bag / stand for TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 will be available for $49 USD / 39 EUR.

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Denon DJ has announced a partnership with Native Instruments for a new software interface for Denon DJ’s popular DN-HC4500 USB MIDI/Audio Interface & Controller.

All DN-HC4500 units are now shipping with Native Instruments Traktor LE software.

Traktor LE is based on Native Instruments’ award-winning Traktor Pro software and offers two deck control, Crate Flick cover art browsing and an integrated two-channel mixer. Auto-sync, looping and a host of other useful, advanced features offer DJs inspiration and ease of operation.

Subsequent software upgrade offers from LE to Traktor Duo and Traktor Pro can be found at http://www.native-instruments.com/.

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Native Instruments has released version 1.2.1 of Traktor Pro, the professional DJ software for Mac and PC.

TRAKTOR PRO is the result of over a decade of DJ software development, building on a vast knowledge of what pro DJs need.

Changes in Traktor Pro v1.2.1

• Timestretching improvements for best keylock quality with timecode.
• Number of separate effect units increased from two to four (Pro version only).
• “Preparation List” feature with diamond icons, “Append/add next” menu functions.
• Adjustable “minimum playtime” for play count and history functions.
• Internal EQs enabled for external mixer mode.
• New track caching technology with reduced memory footprint.
• Improved Tap Tempo function.
• Additional effect algorithms: Beat Slicer, Formant Filter, Peak Filter (Pro version only).
• Tag editing in Explorer node.
• Native HID support for Pioneer CDJ-400 / Denon HC-4500.
• Drag & Drop from decks to playlist.
• New “Progressive Sensitivity” option for Pitch Bend.
• Pitch Bend controller assignable to jog wheels.
• Customizable Cue Play button behaviour (Instant/On Release).
• Improved cue point handling.
• 2 additional favorite slots.

The 1.2.1 update for Traktor Pro is now available for download from the NI Service Center.

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Native Instruments has announced the release of AUDIO 2 DJ, an ultra-compact 4-channel USB 2.0 audio interface for digital DJing.

Delivering the exact same audio quality and performance as the acclaimed AUDIO 8 DJ and AUDIO 4 DJ interfaces that are used by professional club DJs worldwide, the AUDIO 2 DJ offers users of TRAKTOR and other DJ software a unique new balance of quality, size and price.

With a footprint no larger than a deck of cards, the bus-powered AUDIO 2 DJ literally fits in a pocket. At the same time, it can accommodate the most demanding club systems due to its studio-grade 24bit/96kHz Cirrus Logic converters and its special high-power output amplifiers capable of delivering a pristine +9.7dBu audio signal. Robust low-latency drivers for Windows and Mac OS X enable the responsiveness that DJs need for tight mixing.

The dual stereo outputs of the AUDIO 2 DJ provide the necessary connectivity to route two decks separately into an external DJ mixer, or to output independent master and cue signals when mixing in software. Two included RCA break-out cables make set-up fast and convenient, making AUDIO 2 DJ the ideal audio interface for travelling DJs who don‘t want to compromise on performance and quality.

AUDIO 2 DJ is available for purchase for a suggested retail price of $119 USD / 99 EUR.

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Stanton DJ has announced software updates to their SCS.1 and SCS.3 product lines.

The SC System is Stanton’s innovative line of digital controllers for the professional DJ, and is currently comprised of the SCS.1d deck controller, SCS.1m mix controller, the SCS.3d touch sensitive deck controller, and the SCS.3m touch sensitive mix controller. The free software updates enhance the System’s features and compatibility with leading industry applications.

The updates consist of a new version of DaRouter, Stanton’s innovative MIDI and system control software that allows the SC System controllers the ability to send and receive information from host applications. For the SCS.1 products, the new version has automatic firmware checking and updates, improvements for better performance of scratch detection and encoders, and a more responsive motorized slider. New DaRouter presets for SCS.1 and SCS.3 series components provide indirect and direct support for Traktor Pro, PCDJ, and Virtual DJ programs, DJ Decks, Tracktor LE, Mixx, and Deckadance. The SCS.1 also benefits from new firmware that improves its MIDI timing and accuracy and reduces latency.

Other improvements to DaRouter software include

• Master preset allows for 1 preset to encompass the following hardware setups (2 decks x 1 mixer; 1 deck x 1 mixer; 2 decks standalone; 1 deck standalone; 1 mixer standalone).
• New pitch slider control logic.
• Presets decoupled from deck and mixer. Both products can change controls of encoders without being linked.
• New deck select logic allows direct access to any onscreen deck by holding deck select button. Also multiple physical decks can be assigned to the same deck.
• Quick switching between presets: tap a preset on the hardware to change. Press and hold to change a parameter and automatically switch back to previous control.
• FX preset drastically updated; FX selection possible by holding the preset button. Every Traktor effect shows up on the LCD’s when selecting and using.
• Major updates to mixer presets including Transport (allows for scrubbing, pitch control, sync control, and pitch bends all from the mixer), Loop/beat jump (allows for looping, moving and beat jumps all from the mixer), FX1 and FX2 (allows FX selection by name and all parameters shown, plus various other feature improvements).

The updates are available now for free download at: www.enterthesystem.com

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