Stanton SCS-3D DaScratch USB Controller Performance Control Surface
Stupid system was freaking out at this post so I had to redo it 
Direct from Stanton is the new SCS-3D also known as “DaScatch,” which is a horrible name. I have no idea what they were thinking by calling it that, but I hope someone got fired over it. Loads of hype was built around this “Performance Control Surface” and early information was leaked onto the internet with the crappy name. This looks to me like it is a simple setup for running your current music library and would be great for the dj on the go. This would allow you to not have to carry loads of equipment with you as you travel and could be setup on a coffee table.
Demo below is from StantonDJ.com
Additional demo working with Scratch Live
Personally using Scratch Live with turntables, it would be tough for me to switch to this product solely. However, this product offers great potential, would be a great add-on to an existing system and doesn’t require much extra gear, other than a laptop and software, which you could get for free. For someone that travels a lot, does hosue parties or doesn’t want to spend a fortune on mixers, turntables and other equipment, this looks like a great system. Until I use it though, I still love my Scratch Live and Technics. I will be excited to see updates to this product once any initial bugs get worked out.
ALLEN & HEATH LAUNCHES ILIVE EDITOR AND V1.3 SOFTWARE
Info taken from Allen and Heath’s website (http://www.allen-heath.co.uk/US/news_story.asp?view=364)
Allen & Heath has released v1.3 software for the iLive digital console range, adding a host of new features for monitor engineering, as well as providing a platform for the iLive Editor software for online and offline show configuration.
New features in v1.3 include engineers’ fader strips for wedge and in-ears, which allow separate fader control and dedicated outputs to the operator’s listen wedge and IEM personal system. Optional processing and aux monitor mixes can be assigned to wedge or IEM strips, automatically appearing in the desired monitor when auditioned.
Another key feature is the addition of Real Time Analyzer (RTA) to enable the engineer to quickly identify feedback, tune room acoustics, and tailor the onstage monitor wedges. Accessed via the PAFL system, the frequency content of any input or mix, and the spectrum of the main mix, can be viewed on screen and on meters in the Graphic EQ flip-to-fader view.
v1.3 has new Allen & Heath designed FX types, Symphonic Chorus, the popular 80’s chorus with vox and strings presets, and Hypabass, a sub-harmonic synthesis unit to generate infra and sub-bass spectrum from a weaker bass programme.
The software also allows Allen & Heath’s range of PL remote controllers to be used with the iLive system. Connected to the Surface and MixRack via CAT5 cable and configured from the TouchScreen, the ‘plug ‘n play’ devices control mixes, mutes, levels, scene recalls and selections.
Allen & Heath will be unveiling its iLive Editor control software, a computer-based control suite offering all of the key facilities of the iLive surface, as well as the convenience of a high resolution display to see multiple information panels simultaneously. The Java-based program enables engineers to easily configure show settings or make changes to existing shows online, or offline to save and upload later. TCP/IP connectivity makes live channel mixing and processing possible over CAT5 or WIFI, so different tasks can be managed in the Editor software and the iLive Surface simultaneously.
iLive Editor also includes quick channel strip labelling and color-coding, as well as a drag and drop utility to arrange surface strips in banks and layers, and simple show, library, and scene management. Configuration of mono/stereo channels, group, aux, matrix and main outputs, along with input and output socket assignments, and FX rack settings can be managed within Editor.
