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pr@clynemedia.comDENON DJ IS NOW SHIPPING DN-HC1000S USB MIDI SUB-CONTROLLER
— New USB MIDI Sub-Controller, compatible with Serato™ Scratch Live, makes it extremely easy for DJs to use their computers for performance in live or studio settings —
ITASCA, IL, December 16, 2009 — Following closely on the heels of its recent preview to the market, Denon DJ, a leading manufacturer of reliable, premium-grade DJ equipment, is now shipping the DN-HC1000S USB MIDI Sub-Controller, compatible with Serato™ Scratch Live (developed by Serato Audio Research), which enhances a digital music library with a number of unique tools and performance features for DJs.
Controlling essential features via mouse or laptop keyboard can often be a challenge, especially considering the focused work environment. The DN-HC1000S, however, is designed to directly interface with Serato Scratch Live, today’s most popular DJ software program. The DN-HC1000S offers simple plug ‘n play operation via self powered USB connectivity, and it replaces the computer keyboard for DVS systems with a set of dedicated controls, including track select and fast search, SHIFT/CLR button, five “hot start” and three sampler buttons, auto loop, Loop IN-OUT with Exit/Reloop, history and a TAP button.
Key features of the DN-HC1000S include:
– Serato-approved USB MIDI Sub-Controller for Serato Scratch Live
– Simple USB plug-and-play Connection (USB MIDI / Bus power)
– Dedicated tactile controls to replace computer keyboard shortcuts
– High-quality steel cabinet with rugged rubber keys
– File Select knob and buttons with back-forward action keys
– Track Select and Fast Search buttons
– SHIFT/CLR Button
– 5 Cue Point and 3 Sampler Player buttons
– Auto Loop button with Loop Cut knob & Roll
– Loop IN/OUT button with Exit/Reloop
– File, Browse, History and Prepare keys
– Tap button
– MIDI mappable for other DJ software systems
– Unit measures 9.8” width x 3.4” depth, and weighs under 3 lbs.About Serato Scratch Live:
Serato Scratch Live lightened the load for the professional traveling DJ. Heavy crates of records can be exchanged into a huge library of music that can be easily transported on a computer hard drive.Scratch Live software has an array of unique tools and performance features:
– Beat extraction
– Real-time tempo metering
– Unique color waveforms for easy identification of sound
– Multiple Cue and Loop points per track
– Capability to record directly from a microphone
– Ability to archive users’ music collections
– No-charge upgrades that constantly add new features and improvementsFor more information, please visit www.denondj.com.
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D&M Professional, through its Denon® Professional, Marantz® Professional and Denon DJ brands, manufactures and distributes a leading line of professional audio and video equipment for the broadcast, commercial, corporate, DJ, education, government, audio/visual, education, houses of worship, security and related industries.
Visit D&M Professional at www.d-mpro.com or Denon DJ at: www.denondj.com.About D&M Holdings Inc.
D&M Holdings Inc. is a global operating company providing worldwide management and distribution platforms for premium consumer, automotive, commercial and professional audio and video businesses including Denon®, Marantz®, McIntosh® Laboratory, Boston Acoustics®, Snell Acoustics, Escient®, Calrec Audio, Denon DJ, Allen & Heath, D&M Professional and D&M Premium Sound Solutions. Our technologies improve the quality of any audio and visual experience. All product and brand names with a trademark symbol (except Serato) are trademarks or registered trademarks of D&M Holdings, Inc. or its subsidiaries. For more information visit www.dm-holdings.com.About Serato
Serato Audio Research is based in Auckland, New Zealand and has been recognized as the market leader in time and pitch adjustment since its inception in 1999. Serato formed a product partnership with Rane Corporation in 2004 with Serato Scratch Live. Scratch Live is a revolutionary DJ product that enables DJs to control digital audio files on their computer. Serato has since expanded its reputation for excellent pro DJ products with the release of their new ITCH DJ Software in 2008.DISCLAIMER
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