Q) When and where will Final Scratch be sold?

A) The FS10K (first release) should be out in the market around JULY 2002.

....Q) How much will it cost?

A) $799 US will be the MSRP in the USA[ Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price ].

Q)What is included in the Final Scratch package?

A)The FS10K package includes three special vinyl records, the ScratchAmp (to connect the computer to your existing turntable/mixer setup), and the Final Scratch software disc (including FREE a Linux Auto Boot). Your standard DJ setup, 2-turntables and a DJ mixer with 2 or more channels. DJ skills are NOT included.

Q)Why do I need special (encoded) records?

A)The specially manufactured vinyl record can be used to mix digital audio files like MP3, WAV, AIFF, and audio CD. All mixing is done directly from the turntables, including, pitch shifting, cueing, spinning back and forth, even scratching and "needle dropping". This special code is what controls the actual file being retrieved from your computer. The final scratch records can even be used in combination with traditional analog records when mixing your set. However it cannot be used without the ScratchAmp and software.

Q) Do I need a special mixer or DJ cartridges?

A) No, Final Scratch was designed to be a plug and play system. It integrates with any standard turntable and 2-channel mixer (with switchable phono/line inputs); special DJ cartridges are not required but a fresh (new) set of styli are recommended for best calibration. (In other words dirty carts will affect the performance of your system)

Q) What's the big deal?

A) Final Scratch is the best and only real bridge for the both the professional and home DJs to enter and have total control over the digital world. By using any standard turntable & mixer setup, DJs can now manipulate digital music the way they have always done it... by hand - with vinyl. DJs can now mix both analog records and digital files back to back, and do it the same way they are accustomed to.

Other reasons include:
· No more heavy vinyl to carry around.
· No more damage to the sound quality of your music.
· No more additional cost of cutting acetates / dub plates just to play original music on turntables.
· No more conflict between digital / analog mediums (FS uses both).
· No more time wasted while producing tracks, go from studio production to playback club in a matter of seconds.
· No more "digging in the crates" looking for that favorite record.
· No more wishing you had brought that favorite record to your gig..... Amazing.