Native Instruments Announces the Next TRAKTOR Generation

Native Instruments today announced the new TRAKTOR generation, which

establishes the next level of power and ease-of-use with its TRAKTOR PRO 2

software and TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 digital vinyl system. Based on

versatile new software features and a revised audio interface line,

the new product generation expands the lead of Native Instruments'

TRAKTOR range and gives DJs even more creative possibilities.

The new TRAKTOR generation is based on a revised high-visibility GUI for

intuitive operation under all conditions, and now offers up to four

powerful Sample Decks as well as the unique Loop Recorder. While each

Sample Deck can add up to four simultaneous samples or loops to the mix,

the Loop Recorder allows DJs to capture audio from various sources on

the fly and drop it back into the mix at any time, opening up creative

techniques far beyond conventional DJing.

A further major innovation of the new TRAKTOR generation is the new

"TruWave" technology. By displaying tracks and samples in all four decks

with high-resolution multi-colored waveforms, it gives deep insight into

the spectral properties of the music, visualizing both individual

rhythmic elements as well as general sonic characteristics. With four

selectable color schemes, an extra-wide zoom range and subpixel-accuracy

waveform rendering, TruWave allows DJs to read their tracks visually for

even more intuitive mixing.

The leading synchronization features in TRAKTOR have been further

expanded with a new "SoftSync" function that provides a unique

combination of convenient automatic beat-matching and hands-on control.

By keeping the tempo of multiple tracks in sync without manipulating the

phase, SoftSync accommodates the widest possible range of mixing

techniques both in TRAKTOR PRO 2 and in TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2. The

effect selection of TRAKTOR has also been expanded with four additional

types that offer unique ways to create dramatic breakdowns and other

typical performance effects, including a tape delay emulation and the

new "Bouncer", increasing the arsenal to an unparalleled assortment of

over 30 algorithms.

The timecode-controlled TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 combines the new software

generation with the new TRAKTOR AUDIO 10 interface, which offers

additional I/O, improved signal chain monitoring and a versatile new

bypass functionality over the previous AUDIO 8 model. With its true

analog "Direct Thru" functionality that can be controlled directly from

the TRAKTOR 2 software, TRAKTOR AUDIO 10 allows for easier switchovers

between DJ sets and is ideally suited for club installation.

Most features of the new TRAKTOR generation can also be found in the new

TRAKTOR DUO 2 versions, which offer a classic two-deck configuration

with additional dual sample decks and a compact effect selection at an

especially affordable price, with TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO 2 including the

new TRAKTOR AUDIO 6 interface.

For the TRAKTOR KONTROL S4 system, the new TRAKTOR PRO 2 will replace

the originally included TRAKTOR PRO S4 software. All KONTROL S4 owners

will receive a download upgrade free of charge.

All products within the new TRAKTOR PRO 2 generation will be available

in stores in April 2011. Suggested retail pricing:

TRAKTOR PRO 2 - $229 / 199 EUR

TRAKTOR SCRATCH PRO 2 - $669 / 599 EUR

TRAKTOR DUO 2 - $119 / 99 EUR

TRAKTOR SCRATCH DUO 2 - $399 / 349 EUR

Update and upgrade pricing is available on the NI website.

A video showcasing the new generation of TRAKTOR SCRATCH systems is

available on YouTube at

Another video showcasing the new generation of TRAKTOR software  is

available on YouTube at

Additional information on the TRAKTOR 2 generation is available at

www.native-instruments.de/traktor