
Chapter 1: Introduction to Torq 2.0
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Torq 2.0 User Guide
Chapter 1: Introduction to Torq 2.0
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of Torq®. Torq software combines traditional DJ tools with features nor-
mally found in advanced audio production applications, such as sampling and VST effects to mix your music
on Mac OS X and Windows platforms.
To help you achieve the best results, this user guide explains how to setup and configure Torq as well as how
to use the extensive features found within the application.
Torq 2.0 Features
•Four Decks
• Optional Two Deck Mode
• Traq Morph offering four new Crossfader algorithms
• Standalone functionality without hardware
• Compatibility with M3, AIFF, WAV, WMA, AAC, and CD Audio
• Built in effects and signal processors
• Support for third party VST plug-ins
• 18 individual samplers for looping and loading samples onto any of the four decks
• Rewire Support for host applications such as Pro Tools
® and other qualified DAW’s
• Support for Torq Xponent
® and qualified third party hardware
• Support for up to four external control surfaces
• Deck Switch for controlling four decks with qualified two-deck hardware
• MIDI Platter Control for resuming playback of paused songs in perfect sync
• MIDI control assignment MIDI Learn
Each qualified hardware product works with Torq in a different manner. Refer to the documentation pro-
vided with your controller for manufacturer specific information.
Refer to www.avid.com/torqFAQ for a current list of qualified hardware, the latest news and updates.