The Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 is a two-deck USB DJ controller for DJs who want to refine their skills and perform in front of an audience. It is made for Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED, both included, and has a built-in audio interface for speakers, headphones and a microphone.

Two large 5.5-inch jog wheels with touch detection handle scratching and track control, and 16 backlit RGB pads cover eight pad modes. A central Filter/FX area adds effects, while Beatmatch Guide lights help you match tracks manually. A hardware input mixer lets you bring in an external source and apply the AUX filter independently of the software, and four extendable non-slip feet raise the controller to 8 cm so cables can run underneath.

Key features

• Two 5.5-inch jog wheels with touch detection for scratching
• 16 backlit RGB pads with eight modes
• Beatmatch Guide light guides, supported in Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED
• Filter/FX area with dedicated effects controls
• Hardware input mixer with an AUX filter for an external source
• Balanced microphone input with high and low EQ
• Crossfader curve switch (mix, scratch or off) and extendable feet

Compatibility

Connects to a Windows PC or Mac by USB, which also powers the controller. Use 6.35 mm jack or RCA cables for speakers, and 3.5 mm or 6.35 mm headphones. Music streaming depends on the software: TIDAL and SoundCloud GO+ in Serato DJ Lite, and Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK and Qobuz in DJUCED. Good to know: speakers, headphones and a microphone are not included.

In the box

• Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500
• USB cable
• Quick start guide
• Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED software

Specifications