Native Instruments TRAKTOR PRO 2

Flagship DJ software with 4 decks, Loop Recorder, Sample Decks, and 30 effects for maximum creative potential.     TRAKTOR PRO 2 is the world-renowned, rock-solid 4-deck DJ program that gets you mixing straight out the box. Now with TRAKTOR 2 Technology Inside, this version boasts a new interface with TruWave colored waveforms for a visually rich experience of your music. Simpler than ever to use, TRAKTOR PRO 2 also sees the arrival of the new Sample Decks and Loop Recorder features for ultimate mix creativity. Now with TRAKTOR 2 Technology Inside, you'll get a DJ product guaranteed to be intuitive, creative and addictive!   With an easy on the eye interface, including Essential View and the new TruWave hi-res colored waveforms, TRAKTOR software is now easier to use than ever. TruWave waveforms offer a whole new dimension to your mix - differentiate between kicks, hi-hats and snares and anticipate your mix Thanks to various zoom levels, set up tighter cue points than ever before The overview of the whole track (“stripe”) clearly displays the track’s arrangement with full detail New layouts, including Essential View for maximum ease-of-use when using TRAKTOR with external mixer and controller(s) With the innovative Sample Decks containing four slots each, you can enter the world of live remixing and editing in ways unimaginable before. Grab and layer your own loops or use the included loop content. Create one-shot samples or use the included DJ Craze scratch sounds Grab loops live out of a running deck, store your favorites in the loop library, and develop your own arsenal of beats and sounds Layer up loops in perfect sync with the decks PRO versions only: Tweak the volume and filter for each Sample Deck slot separately PRO versions only: 2 different sizes for the Sample Decks; each of the 4 decks can be switched from track deck to Sample Deck and vice versa, on the fly TRAKTOR PRO 2 adds 4 stunning, much–requested new effects, taking the total to 32, all syncing to track or master tempo. Tape Delay, Ramp Delay, Bouncer and Auto Bouncer join the arsenal of professional DJ effects, taking the potential for sound mangling to the extreme With a multi-channel audio interface such as the TRAKTOR AUDIO 10 you can now use TRAKTOR effects as an independent send / receive effects unit TRAKTOR 2 software includes amazing loops and sounds from in-demand sound providers for use with the new Sample Decks. 40 original loops and 10 full tracks drawn from Loopmasters’ new DJ Mixtools series, plus additional scratch sounds by DMC Champ DJ Craze Drum, bass, percussion and synth loop in dubstep, minimal, house, techno and trance styles Grab loops from any playing track in seconds, and save them in the loop library With the brand-new Loop Recorder in the PRO 2 versions of TRAKTOR, you can record live loops from any channel (single or multiple), the live input feeds, or the master output. Trigger the recording using a foot pedal, a DJ controller such as TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 or a keyboard hot key Overdub on top of the running loop in real time, creating additional layers and heightening dramatic FX buildups and peaks Works like a 5th deck. You can transfer the layered loop into a Sample Deck slot instantly, freeing up the Loop Recorder for further use     TRAKTOR’s intelligent features now allow for even easier remixing of tracks on the fly. Switch any deck to a Sample Deck and load up to four loops or one-shot samples each – 16 in total. The new Loop Recorder can record loops from mixer channels, master out or audio interface inputs, while four much-requested new effects, including Tape Delay and Bouncer, round out the arsenal to more than 30 performance effects. TRAKTOR PRO 2 makes it simple to remix on the fly with powerful new Sample Decks and the Loop Recorder. Tap into even more mind-bending FX like Tape Delay and Bouncer. Advanced and ultra precise looping and cueing functions make TRAKTOR PRO 2 a powerful tool for adventurous and creative sets. Trigger perfectly timed auto loops on the fly, and take your set into new territories Store up to eight hot cues per track and re-arrange tunes with the track parts you need Super-precise loop and cue points, thanks to the seamless waveform zoom and multiple cue types, round off the arsenal Convert any track deck into a highly intuitive Sample Deck with four slots each, and enter the world of live remixing and editing. Trigger samples and loops, including Loopmasters content and DJ Craze scratches Grab loops live out of a running track deck, and tweak the volume and filter for each Layer up loops in perfect sync with the decks and store your favorites in TRAKTOR’s loop library TRAKTOR PRO 2 now features more than 30 professional DJ effects, all syncing to track or master tempo. Effects useable in Single and Group Mode – chain up to 6 effects together for amazing sound mangling potential 30+ effects, now with the much requested Tape Delay, Ramp Delay, Bouncer and Auto Bouncer With a multi-channel audio interface such as the TRAKTOR AUDIO 10 you can use TRAKTOR effects as an independent send / receive effects unit Listen to FX sound examples... With the brand-new Loop Recorder, you can record live loops from any channel (single or multiple), the live input feeds, or the master output. Trigger the recording using a foot pedal, a DJ controller such as TRAKTOR KONTROL X1 or a keyboard hot key Overdub on top of the running loop in real-time, creating additional layers and heightening dramatic FX buildups and peaks Works like a 5th deck in TRAKTOR. You can transfer the layered loop into a Sample Deck slot instantly, freeing up the Loop Recorder   Crate Flick cover art browsing and full iTunes® and iPod® integration makes finding the right track effortless. TRAKTOR’s acclaimed sync concept ensures that your tunes beat-match perfectly so you can focus on the more exciting performance aspects of DJing. TRAKTOR PRO 2’s built-in mixer integrates multiple EQ and filter types, giving you full control of the frequency spectrum. Easier to use than ever before, TRAKTOR PRO 2 has TRAKTOR 2 Technology Inside, making it a cinch to mix amazing sets. The new TruWave hi-res colored waveforms aren’t just easier to read, they offer a whole new dimension to your mix. Differentiate between kicks, hi-hats and snares and mix your tracks visually Set up more accurate cue points and Beat Grids for even tighter mixes Track stripe clearly displays the track’s arrangement for better mix anticipation With TRAKTOR it’s easy to find and prepare your tracks, allowing you to keep your focus on the dance floor. Full iTunes® integration / iPod® compatibility for fast and efficient searches Search through tracks via Crate Flick cover art browsing, just like a vinyl crate Auto track analysis, BPM detection and beat-gridding offer help for instant track preparation If you choose to use the TRAKTOR PRO 2 software without a controller or external gear, you’ll find a powerful, intuitive, built-in mixer. Assignable crossfader with adjustable curve to suit your mixing style 3-band EQ with kills modeled after analog mixers to color your sound Independent effects units per channel and one-knob HP/LP filter per channel Ultra-precise auto beat detection and its world-renowned sync engine makes TRAKTOR PRO 2 a cinch to use for locking down the mix. Beat-match track tempos perfectly at the press of a button All track decks, Sample Decks and Loop Recorder loops are perfectly tempo-synced to the master deck Alternatively, sync all decks, samples loops, and effects to a master tempo and run TRAKTOR PRO 2 with external gear such as MASCHINE   TRAKTOR DJ programs offer total flexibility: Use the NI TRAKTOR KONTROL X1, other manufacturers' controllers, or your keyboard and mouse to control the software. You can also expand TRAKTOR with MASCHINE. This Groove Production Studio can be synced with TRAKTOR, or used as a controller. The new Auto Detection makes connecting and disconnecting your NI audio interface easy – even while there are tracks playing in TRAKTOR. Assisted by the Setup Wizard, just select your interface and it assigns inputs and outputs for you. TRAKTOR PRO 2 is highly customizable with multiple, saveable layouts and flexible hot key selection to suit your needs.     Windows® XP (latest Service Pack, 32 Bit), Windows Vista®/Windows® 7 (latest Service Pack, 32/64 Bit), Intel® Pentium 4® 2.4 GHz or Intel® Core™ Duo or AMD Athlon™ 64, 2 GB RAM Mac OS® X 10.5 or 10.6 (latest update), Intel® Core™ Duo, 2 GB RAM 500 MB free disk space required (minimum), DVD drive ASIO® Core Audio DirectSound® WASAPI MP3, WAV, AIFF, Audio-CD, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis, non-DRM WMA (Windows only), non-DRM AAC   TRAKTOR PRO 2 Mac & PC Demo Download     Getting Started Manual (zip file contains English, French, German, Japanese and Spanish versions) Application Reference (English only)