Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 2-Deck USB DJ Controller for Serato DJ and DJUCED

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Having RGB lighting on the pads is a brilliant feature not often seen on a controller of this price point. However, due to the fact the controller is USB Bus-powered, these are sadly very dim. Although not a unique issue, with the Traktor S4 sharing the same problem. It does make us question whether Hercules should have considered bundling an external power supply. The Mixer This is just one of the many features that makes it much easier for beginners to start learning new skills on something like the Hercules Inpulse 500.

Having not used a Hercules controller before I was very impressed with the build quality, touch response from the buttons, and the range of features. Once you hit the perfect speed, the LED light simply turns green to let you know you can stop adjusting. The right side of the mixer controls the outputs. In what is becoming a reoccurring theme of the Inpulse 500, the outputs outweigh expectation of an entry-level controller. The master features a separate VU meter and outputs through a line-level RCA. However, the controller also features a pair of unbalanced TS outputs, ideal for those with guitar amplifiers or audio interfaces! It feels nice and refined to us. The way the buttons light up on the corners when pressed, in a rather understated but clear white colour is lovely, and despite the glowing light under the unit when the feet are up, the lit ring around the library knob (more on this later), and the Beat align lights – all of this is subtle. There’s a dedicated VU meter and outputs are delivered through line-level RCA connections. You’ll also get a pair of TS unbalanced outputs for audio interfaces, guitars, and more.The touch-sensitive units come with a textured top to help with grip, and there’s a button to toggle between vinyl modes too. You can even access controls for quantizing and slipping functionality. Hardware Controllers & Mixers DVS Timecode Vinyl & CD Other products Remote for Android & iOS Clothing & Swag The 16 RGB performance pads are perfect for creating build-ups, loops, cue points and much more. Not only that, but you can also use them to trigger samples, sound FX and other custom sounds. There are a variety of filters onboard including a dedicated hardware filter on the audio input. The filters and effects allow you to create transitions, build-ups and drops with the twist of a knob or the touch of a button. BeatMatching guide and Intelligent Music Assistant If you did not hear the message in headphones, as you have another computer, can you test on this other computer with the same software and DJC I 500 if you can hear the sound in the headphones output of this other computer? Meanwhile down the right are the output controls, with a Master volume, and both a volume and a cue/master knob for the headphones.

The Filter/FX area lets you customize your set with the effects available in Serato DJ and DJUCED. You can even combine the action of the filter on an effect in DJUCED! BUILT-IN HARDWARE INPUT MIXER The Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500 is a brilliant entry-level controller for those wanting to take their first steps into the world of DJ’ing. Compatible with Serato DJ Lite, Djuiced and Djay, the Impulse 500 is compatible with a computer or iOS device. In this beginners guide, we are going to show you how to set up the Inpulse 500 on both platforms, getting you mixing as soon as possible! Read the full Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500 review here!If an item can not be repaired, a similar alternative product or cash discount (as defined in this policy) will be offered Although there are better Serato DJ systems out there, you’d struggle to get something like this for the same price and with the same intuitive professional design. You can record your sets, output directly to Mixcloud or Soundcloud, and experiment with AI assistant functionality. The DJControl Inpulse 500 breaks its mixing functionality down into three sections, each dedicated to a specific task. The center section works on tasks, while inputs are handled on the left. The addition of RGB lighting on the pads might seem like anything new, but it’s still a nice touch. Some reviewers might complain that the lighting is quite dim, but we didn’t think it was too bad.

However, the Gear4music extended warranty scheme provides an enhanced service, and is designed to offer a higher level of protection than many 'free' warranties offered by some retailers and manufacturers. Toneplay is a fun and creative mode that allows you to replay the latest HotCue selected in different tonality, like a Piano for Hot Cues ! CONTROL Follow the suggestions made by the Intelligent Music Assistant (IMA) for a great set in DJUCED, or let Serato do the mixing with the Autoplay feature. If you’re keen to learn more about the budget-friendly controller now available from Hercules, you’re in the right place. We took a closer look at this amazing device to bring you some crucial insights. Is the Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 any good? (in short) Most of the Hercules DJ Controller doesn’t require drivers to work both on Windows and macOS systems.The performance pads also get a lot of great functionality on the Hercules Inpulse 500 when you’re using DJUCED. There are tons of hot cue, loop, sampler, slicer, and tone play options to experiment with, and you can tap into things like Slip mode with ease. Press and Hold one of the 8 PADS performs an Auto Loop from 1/16 of a Beat (PAD 1) to 8 Beats (PAD 8),