Rane Serato Scratch SL3

by Rane

Product Features

• Compact hardware design USB 2.0 high-speed audio interface Improved dynamic range (104 dB) Improved audio performance (24-bit converters) Higher output improves ability to easily match levels of various source types Galvanic isolation prevents computer noise from interfering with audio path Aux Input for Live Mix Recording or LiveFeed Aux Output allows use of the Sample Player as a Virtual Deck Aux Output opens the door for future expansion and creative configurations for DJs and electronic musi

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.8 x 13.8 x 3.2 inches ; 5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B0024LXGTK
• Item model number: SL3
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,306 in Musical Instruments (See Top 100 in Musical Instruments)

Product Description

The Rane Serato Scratch SL3 USB interface connects 1 or 2 standard vinyl or CD turntables to your computer and the mixer of your choice. With regular turntables or CD players and the included Serato Scratch Live software DJs can use the Rane SL3 to scratch and mix files from their Mac or Windows computers' CD or hard drive. Enhanced by studio grade preamps and 24-bit audio processing, the compact SL3 interface produces a warm punchy sound to heighten the senses. The auxiliary outputs allow DJs and electronic musicians to intensify the mix with the Scratch Live SP-6 Sample Player. The auxiliary inputs provide a live input feed for creative sampling or recording your set. Use any combination of audio sources: control CD, control vinyl, MIDI, or regular CDs and vinyl for more flexibility than ever. SL3 comes with 12" vinyl LP records and control CDs that each have Serato's exclusive and unique control signal which allows SL3 to track the motion of the record, simulating the same movement with digital audio. Due to Serato's proprietary control scheme, the result is a feel and sound indistinguishable from playing vinyl. Scratch Live software The included Scratch Live 3 software supports all these file formats: Fixed and Variable Bit Rate MP3, AIFF, AAC, WAV, OGG Vorbis, CD Audio, and direct from the mixer. Record from your mixer's Aux output and immediately scratch as if it was on vinyl. Record direct from vinyl or CD and save as a 24-bit/48kHz stereo file. With the help of the SL3 interface, Serato Scratch Live can easily import your playlists and iTunes library. DJs can drag from Explorer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac) into the Scratch Live library. The crate and subcrate system helps organize libraries and sets. Hot-swap external drives with fast automatic library merging and retention of crates. Browse your music collection by album, artist, BPM, or genre, with optional album art display. Intuitive search function can be applied to any field to find things quickly. Ed

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best thing I've ever spent my money on!!!, April 13, 2010

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Bruno Dias - See all my reviews
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As I expected, this product is the best thing I spent my money on. I stopped DJing in the early 90's because it was becoming increasingly more difficult to find good music in vinyl (not to mention the cost was outrageous). I refused to DJ to CDs so I stopped all together till now. With Serato's SL3 system it is just as fun as I used to DJ, except all the drawbacks are gone. No more carrying music crates (except in your laptop), no more being afraid that the stylus needle would skip during a scratch; This product really got me enjoying what I had long lost, my passion for mixing. (Review some of my mixes using this product following this link: [...] ) I hope you opt to buy this product. The money is worth every penny, and hope to see you sharing some of your mixes @ [...] too.

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesomeness!!, March 19, 2011

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DKre - See all my reviews

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The best investment I have purchased to date. I have been playing with Serato ever since I have received it. So much better than having to lug such large crates around to DJ with. Seamless integration of your iTunes music into Serato and it even analyzes your songs for BPMs. You can create virtual crates with it and organize and rename files within Serato. There is even an offline mode to where you can play your crates like a play list for when you're not DJ'ing. Great product. A+

5.0 out of 5 stars Club standard, January 7, 2011

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Sir Force (Maryland USA) - See all my reviews

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Let's face it, it's a DJ standard, Serato is the choice of most DJ's and club installations. The SL3 continues to build on the ScratchLive platform - now with a 6 channel sampler and third deck. 24 bit DAC upgrade (SL1 was 16bit) helps with improved sound quality. The included international compatible AC adapter ensures its easy to switch DJ laptops while playing vinyl in pass through mode. Worth every penny!