Tracktor Scratch Pro VS. Serato!

Alright the age old question...Traktor or Serato? I'm deciding between the two and need some input from all you gearheads. The new Traktor Pro seems pretty sick and it appears to have more goodies but I know a lot of DJs using Serato. I have seen issues with Serato during live sets and I've never been too sure about the sound quality. The specs on the new Traktor are impressive...I don't know...HELP!

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Permalink Reply by DJ Courtney K on November 24, 2008 at 8:47pm

Serato is a great control for music playing. the program is easy to navigate and for basic users it is top notch!

Traktor is also an amazing tool for dj use. if you are into looping, sampling, effects.. traktor gives you alot of options. there is alot to learn when using this program. I really like both programs and traktor has opened my eyes to new things i never had the guts to try. I still love my serato, but have considered a switch to traktor pro with the midi controller! thanks Edson!

Edson C. said:

And to convince you even more that Serato route is childs play....

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=K17OU5cAbBc&feature=related

Seriously now...Traktor puts on the fly production in the palm of your hands. I do it all the time in my sets.

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Permalink Reply by Torres on November 24, 2008 at 8:56pm

One thing is for sure and i think is the point of this topic. Midi and computer based djing is the future. Creativity has always been limited by technology. Now technology has caught up. We need to capitalize on it.

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Permalink Reply by Chris Lee on November 25, 2008 at 2:34pm

Damn looks like I created a hot topic! I like the idea of Traktor because I would like to put more production into my sets and not JUST play CD's. However I still like using the CDJ's and I'm not ready to give those up...I'm not sure if I want to DJ with just a controller. I like the idea of having both thats why I was thinking about the A&H D4. Its an expensive upgrade but I think I would have plenty of flexibility. Everyones input has been great now I have to save some pennies! I love technology!

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Permalink Reply by AE on November 25, 2008 at 3:08pm

If you go with the D4 you'll have to lug that big b!tch around with you to gigs.. I use Traktor Pro and Faderfox DJ2 and just ordered the DX2. Each are smaller tha a DVD case and have everything you need and are expandable. If you don't want to give up the decks just go with Scratch Pro and the DX2 for loops, FX and to control the other 2 internal decks, and use the vinyl/cd decks and an external mixer. Might sound complicated but it all fits in my backpack and sets up in 10 mins.

http://faderfox.de/

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Permalink Reply by Chris Lee on November 25, 2008 at 3:17pm

decisions decisions......

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Permalink Reply by DJ Courtney K on November 25, 2008 at 3:44pm

this is tru... you want convenience and easy to set up. you have to think about where you will be playing and if there will be room for a set up that big. a controller fits neatly on a rack/stand.

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Permalink Reply by Chris Lee on November 25, 2008 at 5:24pm

Most of my playing will be done right here at THE HALFWAY HOUSE!

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Permalink Reply by Torres on November 25, 2008 at 7:23pm

Hey if you got the bucks get that big bitch. It's s bad ass piece and really is worth lugging around. Most people that book you are willing to accomodate you. It just means you gotta get there early to set it up. But, i would definitely look into a travel friendly setup just for flexabilty's sake. I modified my total control by adding and internal sound card just to eliminate carrying around the external card. the less shit to mess up the more you can focus on your set and having a good time.

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Permalink Reply by Drew Isom on May 18, 2009 at 5:34pm

So I now use serato and have been thinking of lookin into traktor. But it seems that Serato is now trying to add a bunch of new features. They now have Midi input and a 6 channel sampler.

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Permalink Reply by David Krivda on May 19, 2009 at 11:18am

Drew EhM said:

So I now use serato and have been thinking of lookin into traktor. But it seems that Serato is now trying to add a bunch of new features. They now have Midi input and a 6 channel sampler.

I like my Serato. Having invested in Serato a few years ago, I am still satisfied with it. If Serato didn't add new features, they would be out of business with all of the competition from Traktor and other hardware/software...Serato comes out with a new update with additional features at least once or twice a year..
As much as I would like to switch to Traktor, I will just wait it out, and see what they have in store for their next update. Rumor has it that Serato will be partners with Ableton very soon. :)

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Permalink Reply by DJ Courtney K on May 19, 2009 at 11:58am

they work well together

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Permalink Reply by Chris Lee on May 19, 2009 at 8:28pm

well I'm officially addicted to Traktor....if Serato comes out with cool updates and Ableton more power to them. I personally like the layout and functionality of Traktor. Serato has some catching up to do in my book.