Main Differences Between Scratch Live And Serato Dj
- Difference Between Scratch Live And Serato Dj
- Scratch Live For Sale
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- Serato Scratch Live Vs Serato Dj
- May 09, 2010 ThudRumble posted a video this weekend of Qbert comparing the scratch response of Serato Scratch to Traktor Scratch. Predictably, there was little real difference between the two systems as both performed really well compared to traditional vinyl. With only a few minor performance differences between the 2 DVS leaders, most viewers were probably still left.
- Oct 05, 2017 Head To Head: Serato DJ Vs Virtual DJ 8. Graphics are one of the main differences between Serato DJ and Virtual DJ. Serato DJ has a standard graphic interface that is uniform across both Macs and PCs, while Virtual DJ has a customisable one – you can change the way it looks by downloading “skins” made by the Virtual DJ community.
All Supported Interfaces / Mixers
Firstly, you don’t need any kind of software license with supported Serato DJ hardware (which now includes Rane devices).
When you first connect you need to install drivers. There is an 'install drivers' button in the side panel (that you can open/close using the Online button in the bottom right corner). You will need to do this the first time you use any piece of hardware. Once you have installed, it’s done and you don’t have to do this ever again. It’s a good idea to try do this before you play or get to the venue early if possible. You don’t need to be online, the drivers are bundled within the software itself.
You should also update the firmware for your device. Check out the guide on updating firmware from Rane.
All your library information and cue points will be recalled from your Scratch Live library.
Calibration and USB buffer settings are not pulled across from Scratch Live so you will need to reset your buffer size and also re-calibrate your system using the scopes in the setup screen. Read this article which explains how to calibrate your system (this article is for Scratch Live but is the exact same process in Serato DJ).
You can also adjust the buffer size for the hardware in the Rane hardware control panel that can be found in your Mac system preferences or in the Serato setup screen on Windows. Rane recommends this hardware buffer size is set to 8ms. Adjust the buffer size in Serato DJ as per normal.
Serato video library of video content to get you started from I Love QC, Mike Relm, Beeple and more. Choice of configurations for external connections to monitors, screens or projectors. Compatibility You can use Serato Video with Serato DJ and Serato Control Vinyl, Control CDs or one of the many Serato DJ supported controllers.
Remember to switch off Wifi and Bluetooth on your computer for best performance and to run Serato DJ without any extra applications open.
If you can’t find the Echo Out effect anymore, it’s because it’s now called Combo Fade Echo - available in the free Wolf Pack FX Expansion pack. You can activate this in the My Serato online window.
The control for choosing 33 or 45 RPM is now located in the setup screen.
SL 3
Recording input source (aux input channel) is now labelled as “3” in the recording input source drop-down menu.
SL 4
There is now the option to change the input / output channel arrangement from 1 2 3 4 to 3 1 2 4. You can change this in the setup screen in the Audio tab. If you are having problems with no audio from channels or no control of the virtual decks, this could be something you need to check.
The changeover system is also different. When the second USB cable is connected to the SL 4, there is now a “changeover” option in the play mode (ABS, REL) dropdown. Select this to free up that deck, then the second computer can take control.
Also check if you aren’t getting any audio that you are using the right primary decks. Hit the ~ key to switch between deck 1, 2 or 3, 4 in 2 deck view.
Sixty - Two
There are some additional controls for use with Serato DJ!
To turn on SYNC, just hit delete + in/loop on the side strip.
To turn SYNC off, hit delete + out/roll on the side strip.
To turn on Slip Mode for that deck hit delete + save/loop.
Still having trouble?
If you are still having any trouble or want help with anything, please open a help request for the support team. Even if you just want to get some re-assurance before you upgrade, they are happy to have a chat :)
If there is any feedback you have on things that have changed / that are missing / or that you just plain hate, please get in touch too. You can discuss these kind of things in our Serato DJ Feature Suggestions Area. It's where our product development teams do hang out and read up on user feedback. With the move to Serato DJ, there's bound to be a few things either missing or that have changed. We're keen to listen as there's lots of development to come :)
Also, if i've missed anything glaringly obvious out (which I probably did), get in touch in the comments and call me out.
Sam.
Tags
| Developer(s) | Serato Audio Research |
|---|---|
| Stable release | |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X |
| Type | Vinyl emulation software |
| Website | serato.com/scratchlive/ |
Scratch Live is a vinyl emulation software application created by New Zealand based Serato Audio Research, distributed by and licensed exclusively to Rane Corporation. Serato was first known for its Pro Tools plug-in, Pitch N Time, which was sold predominantly to the film industry.[1]
Scratch Live allows manipulation and playback of digital audio files using traditional vinyl turntables or CD players via special timecode vinyl records or CDs.
The product is discontinued and has been replaced by Serato DJ.
Video-SL[edit]
In 2008, Serato released the first major plugin for Scratch Live, Video-SL. It allows the playback of video files in similar fashion to audio files. Users can apply effects in real time and mix between video independently of audio.
A demo copy can be installed and used but a watermark is displayed on the main output screen. Activation is done via a serial number.
Video-SL was later replaced by a new designed video plugin called 'Serato Video'.
Custom hardware[edit]
Scratch Live currently works in conjunction with five application specific audio devices designed and manufactured for the system by Mukilteo, Washington-based Rane Corporation.
SL4[edit]
Difference Between Scratch Live And Serato Dj
The latest audio interface is the SL4. It is the first standalone DJ interface with two USB 2.0 ports for seamless DJ changeover and back-to-back performances. It also has 96 kHz, 24-bit audio. The SL4 has built in galvanic isolation between USB and audio, with turn on/off muting. The unit also includes Low-latency ASIO and Core Audio drivers which allow the SL4 to be used as a studio production tool with third-party software applications.
SP-6 Sample Player. LiveFeed. Loop Roll. Rane SL 3 Support. History. 
SL3[edit]
The SL3 is another audio interface for Scratch Live. Features include a USB 2.0 interface, improved dynamic range (120 dB), improved audio performance (24 bit converters) and additional audio channels with AUX input and output. Like the SL2 it also has 48.0 kHz, 24-bit audio. The extra channel allows the DJ to record his/her music set, use a sampler while performing or connect a third player for three deck mixing.
SL2[edit]
The SL2 is the audio interface set to replace the older SL1 interface.[2] The unit has 2 inputs which can be used both as phono or line input, but unlike the old SL1 interface it doesn't have a microphone input and it has only 2 line outputs and no 'thru' outputs. It also features improvements to the sound quality. Whereas the SL1 interface had 16-bit 44.1 kHz audio, the SL2 now has 24-bit 48khZ audio with USB2.0 and Core Audio/ASIO support.[3]
SL1[edit]
The SL1 is a multi-channel, USB 1.1 external soundcard. The unit has inputs for two stereo turntables or CD players and one unbalanced microphone. There are two stereo line level outputs and two 'thru' outputs which provide a copy of the input signal to enable playback of regular vinyl records or CDs. ASIO drivers are available for the unit to allow it to be used by other Windows applications as a multi channel sound interface. There are no Core Audio drivers for Macintosh-based computers. The SL1 interface is no longer in production, but is still supported.[4]
MP4[edit]
A 19' rack mount DJ mixer based on the MP2, incorporating the sound card functions of the SL1. The MP4 allows you to record your set digitally within the Scratch Live software over the USB interface. The mixer is recognized by Windows as a 4x output 2x input soundcard so it can be used with any windows application. Also provided are ASIO and Core Audio drivers for use in audio applications on both Windows XP and Mac OS X.
TTM 57SL[edit]
A DJ mixer combining the functionality of the SL1 with an application specific control surface based on the popular TTM56 scratch mixer. It also contains added effects not available with the TTM56 or bare SL1 set-ups.
Sixty-Eight[edit]
Announced at NAMM 2010, the Sixty-Eight is a 4 channel club style mixer with 2 separate USB inputs. Via ScratchLive 2.0 it adds support for up 4 real or virtual deck combinations.
Supported third party accessories[edit]
Serato have begun working in supporting third party players/controllers with the Scratch Live software. These controllers are 'natively' supported and do not require the use of the timecode CDs, all playback and control information is sent over USB. The following are the currently supported native controllers:
- Denon DN-HC1000S
- Denon DN-HC4500
- Novation Dicer (versions 2.1 and above)
- Pioneer CDJ-2000 (versions 2.1 and above)
- Pioneer CDJ-900 (versions 2.1 and above)
- Pioneer CDJ-850
- Pioneer CDJ-400
- Pioneer CDJ-350
- Pioneer MEP-7000
- Vestax VFX-1
References[edit]
Scratch Live For Sale
- ^'Digital DJs mix and Scratch'. The Dominion Post. 21 July 2008. Retrieved 7 November 2011.
- ^Rane SL 2 Product page
- ^Scratch Live Feature Comparison
- ^Rane SL 1 Product page