Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500
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Hercules
DJ Control Inpulse 500
Product Info
Article Number:
491090
Brand:
Hercules
Model:
DJ Control Inpulse 500
Category:
DJ Controllers
Price:
$281.60
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Inpulse 500 is a surprisingly capable entry-level controller. It's a great starting point for aspiring DJs wanting to learn the fundamentals of mixing and scratching, especially those attracted to Serato’s workflow. While it won’t replace a pro-level setup, it delivers a solid foundation for the price.
Product Description
- Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500
- DJ Controller
- Compatible with Serato DJ Pro
- Jog wheels with touch recognition
- 16 RGB pads with 8 modes (including hot cue
- loop
- slicer)
- Vinyl
- slip
- quantize
- loop in / out buttons
- Filter controls
- 3 band EQ
- gain controls
- volume controls and VU meters per deck
- Headphone volume control and cue / mix control
- Microphone volume control with 2 band EQ
- Aux volume control and filter control
- Master VU meter
- Filter / effects console with 4 effect buttons and 2 filter controls
- 2 x 6.35 mm jack and 2 x RCA master outputs
- 3.5 mm Stereo mini jack and 6.35 mm stereo jack headphone outputs
- 2 x RCA + 3.5 mm stereo mini jack aux inputs
- Balanced 6.35 mm jack microphone input
- Audio resolution: 44.1kHz / 24-bit
- For operation on PCs or notebooks with USB 2.0 or later and operating system: Windows 10 / macOS 12.12 or later
- Diemnsions: 542 x 296 x 70 mm
- Weight: 3.2 kg
- Includes Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED and USB cable
- Suitable case: Art. #496047# (not included)
PROS
- • Solid plastic chassis provides a surprisingly stable feel during mixing.
- • Touch-sensitive jog wheels offer decent cueing and scratching capabilities.
- • RGB pads are responsive and offer a good range of performance options.
- • Comprehensive I/O includes mic input with EQ and aux inputs for external sources.
CONS
- • The bundled Serato DJ Pro license is limited; full functionality requires a subscription.
- • Plastic faders feel a bit budget-oriented and lack long-term durability.
- • Limited filter control range restricts creative sound shaping possibilities.
Product Video
Key Features
Decks
2
Jog Wheels
Touch-sensitive with vinyl mode
Pads
16 RGB, 8 modes
Effects
4 effects buttons, 2 filter controls
Audio Interface
24-bit / 44.1kHz
Software
Serato DJ Pro (limited license)
Weight
7.7 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a decent approximation, allowing for basic scratching and beatmatching, but lacks the nuance and feel of actual vinyl. It's more for getting a sense of those techniques than replicating them perfectly.
While it’s primarily designed for Serato, it’s class-compliant and *might* work with other software, but full functionality isn’t guaranteed and may require mapping.
The mic input is serviceable for vocals, but the 2-band EQ is basic; a dedicated vocal mic and mixer would offer significantly better sound quality for professional performances.
