Pioneer's flagship CDJ-2000nexus professional digital multi player is now compatible with the latest version of Serato Scratch Live software. CDJ-2000nexus players with current firmware Version 1.13 will work in-sync with the Scratch Live software Version 2.5.0 for convenient DJing using music files stored on a computer, without the need for a control disc.

In Online Mode, Scratch Live software functions automatically link to corresponding buttons and keys of the CDJ-2000nexus player when a computer operating the software is connected via the player?s USB port. Functions such as tempo adjustment, play/cue and loop can be made without having to use a computer keyboard or mouse.

With the built-in color display of the Pioneer CDJ-2000nexus, detailed track information of the Scratch Live software is indicated including text, album artwork, waveform, cue/loop points and other information, resulting in quicker visual communication. In addition, checking playback status and selecting tracks can all be done directly on the CDJ player, minimizing the need to browse through a computer screen.

Firmware update version 1.13 for the CDJ-2000nexus to support the new Scratch Live Version 2.5.0 software is available at Pioneer DJ?s support site, http://pioneerdj.com/support/.

Scratch Live 2.5.0 is a free of charge software download available on www.serato.com/scratchlive/downloads

The CDJ-2000nexus is available with a suggested retail price of $2,399.