Stanton Finalscratch 2 Finalscratch 2.0 Software/Hardware Package

by Stanton

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 12.5 x 6 inches ; 11.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00068O0MK
• Item model number: FINALSCRATCH 2
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #172,291 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 13, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Welcome to the latest innovation in digital DJ technology, FinalScratch 2. This complete package lets you play digital music files from any analog turntable or CD player with ultra-natural feel and response-whether cueing, mixing or scratching. With quick setup, professional 24-bit/96kHz sound quality, and the power of Native Instruments Traktor FS 2 software, FinalScratch 2 is the ultimate way for DJs to play digital the analog way!

The All-New ScratchAmp 2
At the heart of FinalScratch 2 is the new ScratchAmp 2, a FireWire audio interface that delivers maximum audio throughput with minimal latency.

Professional Sound
Plug in your turntables, CD players and microphone to industry-standard 24-bit/96kHz converters for studio-quality sound. And because the ScratchAmp 2 is passive, you can run audio through the amp without power.

Blazing FireWire Speed
The ScratchAmp 2 uses FireWire protocol to process multi-channel audio with minimal latency, allowing the software decks to respond as quickly as your hands. A FireWire Thru port lets you connect an iPod or external hard drive.

Solid Design with MIDI Built-In
Thanks to its MIDI In and Out ports, the ScratchAmp 2 is ready to connect with many of the vast MIDI controllers available for additional "hands-on" control. The small and rugged aluminum chassis is perfect for home use or on the road.

New Traktor FS Software & Compatibility with Traktor DJ Studio
Compatible with Mac or PC, Traktor FS 2 gives DJs a simple, yet powerful way to organize music and play it back using two virtual decks. Traktor FS 2 supports today's most popular file formats-including MP3, WAV, AIFF, AAC and WMA-and can even play tracks right off your computer's CD-ROM drive or an external FireWire hard disk.

Best of all, FinalScratch 2 hardware is now compatible with the award-winning Traktor DJ Studio by Native Instruments. By upgrading to the full version of Traktor, users gain a host of powerful features like looping, independent control over pitch and tempo, plus onboard filter effects and the ability to non-destructively record and edit your mix.

FinalScratch 2 Features:

• New 24-bit/96kHz hardware with Mic input, MIDI and more
• New hardware compatible with NI Traktor DJ Studio software
• 2 virtual decks with zoomable waveforms
• Play audio files from time-coded vinyl or CD
• Fast search engine works with over 50,000 tracks
• High-quality Key Lock (Master Tempo)
• New improved timecode readout with absolute/relative modes
• New mic recording with instant playback from vinyl
• New input recording for capturing your live mix direct to disk
• New loop playback makes adding loop samples to the mix easy
• New calibration tools provide optimal timecode response and tracking
• New cue points for marking breaks or other important sections
• New intelligent play history with time stamp and printing
• New onscreen 1-minute markers for faster visual cueing
• Lead-in graphics for use with lead-in grooves on vinyl
• Helpful auto gain adjust and BPM detection
• Assignable commands using "hot keys" or MIDI control
• Compatible with Apple iTunes

Package Includes:

• ScratchAmp 2 FireWire audio card with two sets of Phono/Line inputs (switchable), a Stereo Aux input, and a Mic input (switchable)
• Traktor FS 2 software from Native Instruments
• 3 FS Standard time-coded vinyl records
• 2 FS time-coded CDs
• Four RCA cables
• FireWire cable (6-Pin to 6-Pin)
• Power Supply
• User Manual

Product Description

Welcome to the latest innovation in digital DJ technology, FinalScratch 2. This complete package lets you play digital music files from any analog turntable or CD player with ultra-natural feel and response-whether cueing, mixing or scratching. With quick setup, professional 24-bit/96kHz sound quality, and the power of Native Instruments Traktor FS 2 software, FinalScratch 2 is the ultimate way for DJs to play digital the analog way! At the heart of FinalScratch 2 is the new ScratchAmp 2, a FireWire audio interface that delivers maximum audio throughput with minimal latency. Plug in your turntables, CD players and microphone to industry-standard 24-bit/96kHz converters for studio-quality sound. And because the ScratchAmp 2 is passive, you can run audio through the amp without power. The ScratchAmp 2 uses FireWire protocol to process multi-channel audio with minimal latency, allowing the software decks to respond as quickly as your hands. A FireWire Thru port lets you connect an iPod or external hard drive.Thanks to its MIDI In and Out ports, the ScratchAmp 2 is ready to connect with many of the vast MIDI controllers available for additional "hands-on" control. The small and rugged aluminum chassis is perfect for home use or on the road. Compatible with Mac or PC, Traktor FS 2 gives DJs a simple, yet powerful way to organize music and play it back using two virtual decks. Traktor FS 2 supports today's most popular file formats-including MP3, WAV, AIFF, AAC and WMA-and can even play tracks right off your computer's CD-ROM drive or an external FireWire hard disk. Best of all, FinalScratch 2 hardware is now compatible with the award-winning Traktor DJ Studio by Native Instruments. By upgrading to the full version of Traktor, users gain a host of powerful features like looping, independent control over pitch and tempo, plus onboard filter effects and the ability to non-destructively record and edit your mix.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars WARNING - DON'T BUY IT - IT'S BASICALLY DISCONTINUED!!!, August 15, 2007

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D. Blomme "PO'DJ" (Toronto) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanton Finalscratch 2 Finalscratch 2.0 Software/Hardware Package (Electronics)

I was so pumped to get this, but when I got it home, it turns out that they have had some sort of a corporate breakup with the ONLY company that makes the software that runs it.

So you receive the scratch amp and "Traktor 2" in the box, but you will soon find that it is NOT compatible with Intel Macs. SO guess what! You can't use it. Native Instruments won't help you either, you are out of luck.

Stanton claims that they have made it "Open Source" and someone will soon step up with new software...it's been a few years now...NOTHING.

You'll never get it to work. Stanton should be ashamed of themselves for basically tricking consumers in to buying up their dead backstock of this useless product.

It's already dead on MAC. It will never be updated for WINDOWS. AVOID THIS AT ALL COSTS.

4.0 out of 5 stars It's Not That Bad In 2010, March 3, 2010

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Clarence Mays III "DJ Dougie" (Mideastern US) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Stanton Finalscratch 2 Finalscratch 2.0 Software/Hardware Package (Electronics)

Honestly Guys Its Not Bad At All. I Currently Own Final Scratch 2. And Its great on all computers. If your computer doesnt come with firewire spend 25 dollars to get a card to work with it. And Simply just download the drivers for vista or mac off the internet. Just search for it, if you look in the right places you will find it. And for software to work with it Traktor Scratch.... Works fine with it. It notices the driver and accepts it with noo problem @ all. I am currently running Traktor Scratch Pro on an Acer Aspire 5735Z, 2.0 Ghz Intel Pentium Dualcore processor. And it works just fine. I did have to buy the special firecard for it. But its a good product, and if you can get it for a steal Go FOR IT!

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fuckin' awesome...........but just make sure you read the instructions carefully., January 12, 2006

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Ryuga "Hell Knight" (Hell) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stanton Finalscratch 2 Finalscratch 2.0 Software/Hardware Package (Electronics)

I can't say much but i bought this for my friend a while back and it has been a joy except at certain points when he forgot to read the instruction book. Beware, make sure your PC/Laptop has a Firewire portal before purchising this item.