M-Audio is shipping the Conectiv ($299.95) 4 x 4 USB DJ audio interface and Torq (Mac/Win) DJ performance/production software.

The Conectiv 16-bit/48 kHz audio interface offers USB connectivity, two large mix knobs, and standard DJ cueing capabilities. It features two pairs of switchable line/phono RCA inputs for direct connection of turntables or CD players; two pairs of RCA line-level outputs; a ¼” mic input; and a headphone output with cue capabilities. Conectiv's maximum output level is +2 dBV.

The interface ships with Torq, new DJ software from the SynchroScience product line. This dual-platform DJ application allows you to mix, beat-match and cue a variety of digital audio file formats, including MP3, AIFF, WAV, WMA, and AAC. The software automatically configures itself to work with Conectiv and can be controlled via mouse, keyboard, or MIDI controller. In addition, Torq supports third-party VST effect plug-ins and includes both a sampler and a performance recorder.