HerculesDJ DJControl Inpulse 500 2-Channel DJ Controller

The Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 is an impressive piece of gear that punches well above its weight class. Whether you're an aspiring DJ looking to level up or a seasoned pro seeking a reliable backup controller, this 2-deck USB unit hits all the right notes.Right out of the box, it feels premium — sturdy metal top plate, full-size jog wheels, and a clean layout that’s both intuitive and performance-ready. The mixer section is particularly well-designed, featuring a 3-band EQ, filters, VU meters, and a hardware mixer for audio inputs. It’s a welcome surprise on a controller at this price point.The compatibility is another huge win. It works seamlessly with both Serato DJ Lite (upgradeable to Pro) and DJUCED, giving you the freedom to experiment with different software ecosystems. The onboard Beatmatch Guide is also incredibly helpful for beginners, making learning the art of manual beatmatching a lot less intimidating.Other standout features include balanced XLR outputs, an auxiliary input with dedicated volume control, and RGB performance pads that let you trigger hot cues, rolls, slicers, and more. The touch-sensitive jog wheels are accurate and smooth, ideal for scratching and tight cue control.Overall, the Inpulse 500 offers a rare combination of high-end features, rock-solid build quality, and beginner-friendly tools — all at a budget-friendly price. Hercules has clearly designed this with growth in mind, making it an excellent long-term investment for DJs at any level.Pros:Solid build quality with a metal faceplateSerato DJ and DJUCED compatibilityBalanced XLR outputsHelpful beat-matching aids for learnersProfessional-grade features at a mid-range priceCons:No standalone mixer functionality without a computerLimited to 2 decks (which may not suit 4-deck users)

I avoid posting reviews. But for this item I find that it does what it needs to do every time no questions asked. It’s basically plug and play and minimises the confusion for newer users by having everything working and within fingers reach. I’ve used this item coming up two months at the time of this post and it’s a really good tool to learn basic concepts of mixing and how to get the ball rolling. If you’re on the fence or don’t want to spend more money then without a doubt I can say I too gambled on this deck and it does what I need. And while it isn’t the smallest tool it does fits on a desk. It Plugs into your computer and has software that’s free and has never given me a single issue and lets you just mess with it and learn how to get everything working. It’s the better cheaper option I was able to find.

I have been nearly overwhelmed with the quality of both the Hercules DJ Controller (and have shown experienced DJs my new controller and they have been impressed), DJuiced is powerfully brilliant and wonderfully easy to use software, at least for this beginner it has been, and most of all, I think the best video tutorial experience I've ever had has been from the included video tutorials hosted by DJ Hubba, who offers a lot of hands-on, foundational knowledge to get any budding DJ thinking and moving in the right direction. My first hands-on performance is coming up this month, and I'm not nervous at all. Confident in my gear, software and hopeful I'll be able to read the crowd and keep lifting them with just the right music for their time with the music I'll be jammin. I haven't even tried the other software that comes packaged with it, yet, but I'll get around to it, I'm sure there's a lot to keep learning on this DJ Track.

The sound is nice, great value for the money because I’m a beginner, seems very well made, mostly metal, feels light but sturdy

I had a different board and it kept disconnecting and it was hard to reconnect. This one works fine other than it has a lot more features to learn which is cool. Big big downfall of it is the scratch pads are hit and miss cause it acts like a touch screen. It is much easier than any other (cheaper) board I’ve used. I do gigs at mainly house party’s and as sad as it is people can’t leave stuff alone so they constantly mess with my setup and the last thing I want to happen is someone to spill a beer on a $2k mixer table.

Me encanta este controlador muy bonito buen tamaño y me a servido mucho para aprender y para trabajar en eventos ,lo recomiendo

Super excelente tremenda maquina

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