OVERVIEW:
With the TTM-57, Rane has raised the bar for 2 channel mixers once again. This mixer is built on the platform of their TTM-56 (already the gold standard for 2 channel mixers), and features the Serato Live program built-in. The immediate effect is that you no longer need the Serato hub, but you can also control the Serato program directly from the mixer and they've included tons of new features as well.

FEATURES
Obviously, the main draw here is having an all-in-one digital/analog mixing system. The TTM-57 not only comes with the Serato software for your computer, but it also features the Serato interface built right into the mixer. So all you need to do is plug the TTM-57 directly into your computer without the hassle of an external hub + wires. The TTM-57 also features on board controls for the Serato program which basically allow you to control everything within the software from your mixer, so you'll barely need to touch the computer. In a new move, the TTM-57 has on board effects (filter and delay) with six possible insert points, assignable to pre- or post-channel faders for both programs. It also features recording capability (record your mix directly onto your laptop), and many more useful tweaks to the Serato / TTM-56 systems. Full features will be explored once this mixer is in stock.

OUR OPINION
This is an extremely impressive mixer, and another great step in the Rane line. The TTM-56 was already our favorite 2 channel mixer, and Serato the preferred digital dj'ing solution for most djs, so the combination of the two is nothing short of revolutionary. As with all Rane products, you can be ensured of the highest quality across the board- durability, parts, sound quality, user friendliness, customer service and everything else. Highly recommended.

- high performance mixer includes Serato Scratch Live and fully integrates mixer hardware, software and software controls
- operate standalone as a no-compromise performance mixer
- 4 analog and 2 digital inputs
- 8 channels of streaming audio at 16bit/44.1kHz (four channels to and from computer)
- 3-band, full cut tone controls with kill switches
- "soft" mixer controls include 6 programmable switches, 2 programmable encoders and 2 joysticks to control Serato
- faders features non-contact magnetic position sensor technology with no static or bleed ever
- independent contour and reverse controls for all faders
- microphone input with engage switch, level control and 2-band tone control
- 3 outs - main out on XLR (balanced) booth out on 1/4" TRS (balanced) and auxiliary out on RCA (unbalanced)
- internal filter and delay effects with six possible insert points
- headphone cue monitor includes cue pan, main mix select and level

• manufacturer's website

reviewed by the mgmnt