can i buy the mixer by itself without the software or am i going to have to fork over another $1450?

The latter.

Software is included with the mixer. Fork over another 1450? I don't know who sells you DJ equipment but plug-in Serato is not $1450.

Most people, including myself, would probably recommend you to purchase a TTM56 instead if you already have an SSL box/software

I say get 'em both.

I have to say that or else I'd look pretty silly with both myself. =)

I don't know where you are shopping but 1450 is kinda high. I would shop around for a better price. I know i didn't pay that for mine :-) Also, having both isn't a bad idea. There is a post on the Forum detailing a nightmare one dj had by not having his SL1.

scratchlive.net

Well this poor guy should have read scratchlive.net <- click, titled "Using the 57 as an SL 1"

Good follow up Nik. Man you be on it :-)

Montage at West LA music (Los Angeles, CA) is selling one right now for $1280 and if you live out of state you won't have to pay tax. Great Deal!!!

here is the phone number #310-477-1945 ask for Montage

Super Electronics in the San Fernando Valley is selling the TTM 57SL for $1200.00 if its cash no sales tax and if its credit card there will be sale's tax added still a great deal. They dont accept checks. Anyone intersted give them a call at (818)365-3504.