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Hercules DJ

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The Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 is a professional 2-channel DJ controller ready to power your ambitions. Created for Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED software, the Inpulse 500 has everything needed to get started DJing, hone your skills and perform in front of audiences. With a sturdy metal chassis and slip-resistant feet, this DJ controller is built to withstand the rigors of frequent use and travel. The Inpulse 500's intuitive layout features large touch-sensitive jog wheels, 16 backlit RGB pads and dedicated filter and effects sections to craft seamless transitions and remixes on the fly.

Responsive Jog Wheels and RGB Pads

High-resolution jog wheels provide precise scratching and beatmatching control. RGB-backlit pads trigger hot cues, loops, rolls and slicer with visual feedback. Easily change pad color and mode to suit your preferences and style.

Dedicated Filter and Effects Sections

Sculpt your sound with customizable filter, flanger, phaser and delay effects. Tweak FX parameters on the fly using large knobs. An AUX input allows you to apply killer effects to external audio sources for maximum creativity.

Helpful Light Guides Keep You on Beat

Innovative Beatmatch Guides provide visual cues to help match tempo and phase. Light trails move faster or slower based on differences in BPM, while phase meter shows if tracks are "in phase" or not. An Intelligent Music Assistant (IMA) suggests compatible tracks from your library to mix next.

All the Connections You Need

With a built-in audio interface, the Inpulse 500 offers everything required for DJing and live performance. Inputs include stereo RCA, 1/4" mic (with tone control), and 1/8" AUX. Outputs include stereo RCA master, 1/4" and 1/8" headphone. A Kensington lock slot provides security, and USB powers the unit and transmits MIDI data to your laptop.

Hercules DJ DJControl Inpulse 500 2-Channel DJ Controller
Hercules DJ DJControl Inpulse 500 2-Channel DJ Controller
Hercules DJ DJControl Inpulse 500 2-Channel DJ Controller

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  • Four extendable/retractable non-slip feet to elevate your mixing
  • Hardware mixer for the audio inputs
  • Dedicated Filter/FX area with awesome effects
  • Two large jog wheels with touch detection for scratching
  • 16 backlit rubber RGB pads
  • Helpful light guides for mixing with total confidence

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Dimensions / Weight
  • Body: 21.3" x 11.7" x 2.2"
  • Weight: 7 lb.
  • Diameter of jog wheels: 5.5"
Audio Outputs and Inputs
  • Master output (speakers): 2 x 1/4" / 6.35 mm jack + 2 x RCA
  • Headphones output: 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack + 1/4" / 6.35 mm stereo jack
  • Auxiliary input: 2 x RCA + 1/8" / 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack
  • Microphone input: balanced 1/4" / 6.35 mm jack
  • Audio resolution: 44.1kHz/24-bit
Controls
    Mixing Controls
    • Per deck: 1 filter knob, 3 EQ knobs, 1 gain knob, 1 volume fader, 1 VU meter
    • General: 1 crossfader, master volume knob, headphones volume knob and Cue/Mix knob, microphone volume knob with High EQ knob and Low EQ knob, auxiliary volume knob and filter knob, master VU meter, filter/effects rack with 4 effects buttons and 2 filter knobs
    Other Controls Per Deck
    • Play/Pause, Cue, Shift, Sync, jog wheel with touch detection
    • 8 pads x 8 modes (Hot Cue, Roll, Slicer…)
    • Vinyl, Slip, Quantize, Loop In/Loop Out buttons
    Music Library Controls
    • Rotary encoder + 2 Load buttons + Assistant button
    Beatmatch Guide
    • Tempo guide: light guide alongside each tempo fader
    • Beat Align guide: light guide underneath each jog wheel
    • Assistant: suggests tracks from your music library
    Feet
    • Raise your controller by 1.4" to protect it from liquids on the table and mix comfortably, without bending over
    DJUCED Pro
    • Prepare tracks faster via Autocue, which can tag cue points in the intro, outro and breakdowns
    • Remap its controls to match your uses
    • Liven up your performances by mixing video loops synced to your music
    Serato DJ Lite
    • Learn how to mix and scratch
    • Really make an impression with Serato stems
    • Upgrade to Serato DJ Pro, with a 15-day trial
    • Stream music from SoundCloud Go+, Beatport, Beatsource, and TIDAL (DJ subscription required)

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    5

    2 Reviews

    100%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend

    Incredible Controller
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    Best Uses
    1. Pro Audio / DJ / Mixing2
    2. Amateur Recording1
    3. Home Studio1
    4. Outdoor Events / Games1
    5. Performances1
    Describe Yourself
    1. Experienced1
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    Pros
    1. Durable2
    2. Easy To Use2
    3. Good Audio1
    4. Lightweight1
    5. Versatile1

    Reviewed by 2 customers

    • Incredible Controller

      5

      submitted2 years ago

      byRuss

      fromLouisville, KY

      Didn't know I was getting the features of the more expensive controllers. I was up and using the basic features in less than 24 hours! So simple but with so many features I haven't even learned all it can do. Well worth the investment, and then some! Definitely recommend it!

    • I love this controller

      5

      submitted3 years ago

      byWilliam

      fromMableton, GA

      Since I've upgraded to the impulse 500, it's been a blast. There's so much you can do with it. In my opinion Hercules is that under dog that being slept on. I need to get a backup since I use it so much 🤙🏾

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    Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

    • submitteda year ago

      asked byDJ—E-MOBILE

      fromDenver

      Is it compatible with iPhone

      Is it compatible with iPhone

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      No it isn't.

    • submitteda year ago

      asked byBri

      fromundisclosed

      Does it have stems separation included?

      Does it have stems separation included?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      No, it doesn't.

    • submitteda year ago

      asked byKenyawn

      fromMarrero la

      Can this controller board be used with virtual DJ

      Can this controller board be used with virtual DJ

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      I’m sorry, I don’t know. It's not configured for it. You may be able to make it work.

    • submitted2 years ago

      asked byRamon

      fromSan Diego

      Will it work with vdj?

      Will it work with vdj?

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Unfortunately, no. I will have a product specialist contact you with options.

    • submitted2 years ago

      asked byFrank

      fromDayton Ohio

      Does this controller have compatibility with STEM files

      Does this controller have compatibility with STEM files

      Open Reply - Gear-Support
      Unfortunately, no. I will have a product specialist contact you with options.

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked bydj

      fromundisclosed

      Does the box come with any power cables or audio cables?

      Does the box come with any power cables or audio cables?

      Open Reply - Thomas
      It includes a power cord.

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked byLim

      fromChampaign Illinois

      I have the impulse 300 using djuiced software ..I wanna up grade to the 500 will all the hot cues that I saved on the songs from the impulse 300 be on the impulse 500 if I switched or I have to do everything all over again ?

      I have the impulse 300 using djuiced software ..I wanna up grade to the 500 will all the hot cues that I saved on the songs from the impulse 300 be on the impulse 500 if I switched or I have to do everything all over again ?

      Open Reply - Thomas
      I’m very sorry, we don’t have that information available. Perhaps an inquiry to Hercules

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked byGG

      fromLos Angeles CA

      Can I connect my iPhone to this?

      Can I connect my iPhone to this?

      Open Reply - Thomas
      It hasn't been tested but it probably will work

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked byJerome

      fromNashville TN

      Is the DJUCED and serato lite software included?

      Is the DJUCED and serato lite software included?

      Open Reply - Beau
      This DJ controller comes with Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED.

    • submitted3 years ago

      asked byJerome

      fromClarksville TN

      Does this come with DJUCED software included?

      Does this come with DJUCED software included?

      Open Reply - Beau
      Yes.
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