Hercules DJ Control Inpulse 500
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- Metal top surface and four retractable feet for a stable, elevated, and stage-ready setup.
- 24-bit/44.1 kHz "Velvet Sound" (AKM) audio interface with hardware mixer, mic/aux inputs, and dual headphone outputs.
- Two large 140 mm touch-sensitive jogwheels, 16 RGB pads, and a "Filter FX" zone for creative transitions.
- "Beatmatch Guide" light guides and streaming integration (TIDAL, SoundCloud GO+, Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK, Qobuz) via Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED.
Manufacturer Information
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The Flagship Model of the Inpulse Series, Designed for Progression
Drawing on Hercules' expertise, the DJControl Inpulse 500 stands as the premium model in the Inpulse family. Its metal top plate and dedicated effect and mixing controls make it a reliable controller for moving from learning to ambitious performances, while retaining the brand's educational DNA.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Ideal for beginner to intermediate DJs aiming to advance quickly, it suits mobile sets, bars, intimate clubs, and livestreams. The hardware mixer with mic and auxiliary inputs allows integration of an external source or voice without software latency, while the light guides provide reassurance in real-world conditions.
- DJUCED’s Assistant suggests relevant tracks from your library as well as from Beatport LINK and Beatsource LINK ; Autoplay can be enabled in Serato DJ Lite
- DJUCED’s “Energy” feature helps manage the energy of the party for well-matched transitions
Technical specifications
| Number of decks | 2 | Bluetooth | No |
| Number of faders | 2 | Compatibility | Serato DJ, Djuiced |
| Audio interface | integrated with " Velvet Sound " technology from the AKM DSP | Beatmatch Guide | yes |
| Master output (speakers) | 2 x 6.35 mm jack + 2 x RCA | Crossfader | 1, with curve adjustment |
| Headphone outputs | 6.35 mm jack + 3.5 mm stereo jack | Potentiometers | master volume, headphone volume and cue-to-mix |
| Aux input | 2 x RCA + 1 x 3.5 mm stereo jack | Microphone controls | volume and 2-band EQ |
| Microphone input | balanced 6.35 mm jack | Aux controls | volume and filter |
| Resolution | 24-bit / 44.1 kHz | VU meters | 2 deck + 1 master |
| Deck controls | Play, Cue, Shift, Sync | " Filter/FX " rack | 4 FX controls in the center of the mixer, linked to the filter potentiometers, and 2 rotary potentiometers |
| Pads | 2 x 8, velocity-sensitive with RGB lighting | Per deck | 1 filter, 3 EQs, 1 gain, 1 volume fader, 1 VU meter |
| Pad modes | 8 (hot cue, loop, slicer, etc.) | Library controls | rotary encoder, 2 Load buttons and Assistant button |
| Jogwheel | pressure-sensitive, 140 mm diameter | Tempo guide | illuminated indicators along the tempo fader |
| Loop | In/Out + loop encoder | Beat Align guide | illuminated indicator below the jogwheel |
| Modes | Vinyl (Slip, Quantize in DJUCED and Serato DJ Pro) | ||
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Customer reviews
What customers say
Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews
DJ controller highly praised by customers for learning and professional use. Customers said it's "practical and easy to use" with rich features and Serato compatibility. Professional DJ noted it feels substantial, with quality buttons and jogwheels, though play/cue buttons may need break-in. Positive feedback on four effects and portability.
Review highlights
- “Exactly what I wanted for my learning”
- “Practical and easy to use”
- “Rich in features”
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So now I am simply amazed. I own a ddj sz and RP 8000 turntables, both devices with Serato, I am a resident DJ of a small club in the south of France. I'm telling you all this to support my opinion. I had a ddj 400 that I bought to go for a walk on short evenings with friends or other because the small format is really great, however it works on rekordbox, I thought it wouldn't be a problem but unfortunately I've been mixing for more than 15 years with Serato and I didn't know how to make a recordbox!
Hence the purchase of the DJ Inpusle 500, which works with Serato. As soon as you open it, you can feel the weight of the device heavier than the ddj400 and physically, it's really much less fun, the middle table is made of iron. The buttons are resistant and make the joggs qualitative also when you turn them on, full of light comes on ect ect ect, I played with it for an entire evening, it's great It's great The four effects in the middle are great! Only one small downside but I think it's because it's new The play and cue buttons are not super sensitive. I think that before the up to FLX6 there was no better! For the time being, of course.Automatically translated
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It's exactly what I wanted for my apprenticeship
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Practical and easy to use thank you
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Rich in features
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Do its job.
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Questions frequently asked
Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500: which DJ software is compatible?
Compatibility is ensured with Serato DJ Lite and DJUCED, both included. The Slip and Quantize modes are available in DJUCED as well as in Serato DJ Pro.
What audio connections are available for speakers, headphones, and microphone?
The Master outputs are provided on 2 x 6.35 mm jacks and 2 RCA connectors. Two headphone outputs are available: one 6.35 mm jack and one 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack. The microphone input uses a balanced 6.35 mm jack, while the Aux input accepts 2 RCA or a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack.
Do the light guides help to sync tracks?
The light markers run alongside the tempo faders and a Beat Align indicator is placed under each jogwheel. These guides assist tempo syncing during mixing.
Is it possible to use streaming services with this controller?
Legal streaming is supported via TIDAL and SoundCloud GO+ in Serato DJ Lite. DJUCED provides access to Beatport LINK, Beatsource LINK, and Qobuz.
Are the jogs and pads suitable for scratching and hot cues?
The touch-sensitive jogwheels allow scratching, and the 16 RGB pads control, among others, hot cues, loops, and the slicer.
