Denon DJ is now shipping DN-HC1000S

DENON DJ IS NOW SHIPPING DN-HC1000S USB MIDI SUB-CONTROLLER

- New USB MIDI Sub-Controller, compatible with Serato^TM 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^TM 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 improvements

For more information, please visit www.denondj.com.