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DJControl Mix / Change FX controlled by DJControl Mix pads in djay iOS

Published in DJControl Mix

DJControl Mix 4-pad per deck enable/disable 4 FX in FX mode in djay iOS & Android.

Changing the FX assigned to the DJControl Mix pads is not possible in djay 3 for Android, but it is possible in djay 3 for iOS (both Free and Pro version).
  • Display djay in 2-turntables mode
  • Press on the mixer icon below the tempo fader
  • Press on FX
  • Select Instant: the top 4 Instant FX match the 4 pads on the DJ controller
  • Press on the pencil icon:  3 dots appear on right of each FX name
  • Press on the 3-dot icon for the pad FX: you can select your FX in a list of 8 FX: Absorb, Chop, Crush, Drift, Punch, Sway, Twist, Wash

  • If you have djay Pro, you have more options : Neural Mix, Echo Out 1/4, Echo Out 3/4, Loop 1/2

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Mix, Technical tips

DJControl Mix / Change sample packs in djay iOS / Android

Published in DJControl Mix

In pad Sampler mode, DJControl Mix control 8 samples, 4 on left deck, 4 on right deck, in djay iOS & Android.

To change the samples assigned to DJControl Mix pads.
  • Show the sampler in clicking on the 9-square icon close to the waveform icon.

  • Press on the sample pack name (by default, it is the pack called Essentials) on left of the weveform icon.
  • You reach a menu with the available sample packs
  • djay free offers a few free sample packs 
  • djay loads the samples of the large pack selected, as Hip-Hop Vol. 4

  • or as House Bass


  • djay Pro provides more sample packs.

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Mix, Technical tips

Control 4 decks in Djuced with 2 DJ controllers

Published in Tech Tips

To control 4 decks with 2 2-deck controllers, you must 
- control virtual decks 1 and 2 with one controller we call primary controller
- control virtual decks 3 and 4 with another controller we call secondary controller.

Djuced 5 cannot support twice the same controller, you need 2 different models, for example DJControl Inpulse 200 and primary controller and DJControl Starlight as secondary controller.

The secondary controller needs a specific mapping to control decks 3 and 4: this mapping is included in Djuced 5.0.8 for P32 DJ and DJControl Compact, and new mappings downloadable from Hercules support website for DJControl Starlight, DJControl Inpulse 200, 300 and 500.

Use 2 controllers in Djuced,
1) If the secondary mapping is not included yet in Djuced, copy the xml mapping file 
- in Windows, in the folder C:\Users\YourName\DJUCED\midi
- in macOS in folder MacintoshHD > Users > YourName > Documents > DJUCED > midi
2) connect the 2 DJ controllers to computer,
3) run Djuced
4) In Djuced, go in Settings> Mapping
5) Select the controller you plan to set as secondary controller, and click on Next

6) Select the mapping for deck 3 4 in the mapping list, and click on OK




7) You come back to Djuced mixing interface, and you see a short pop up screen of the last mapping you have loaded.


8) To avoid any issue, I recommend to close Djuced, and restart it.

9) Then in Djuced, select a 4-deck interface, for example "4Decks Horizontal" for a large screen, "4Decks vertical" for a small screen.


And that's it, you control decks 1 and 2 with the primary controller and decks 3 and 4 with the secondary controller.

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJ Software, Technical tips

Mixxx 2.3.0 released

Published in DJ Software

Mixxx, the free open-source DJ software for macOS, Windows and Linux, has a new version, 2.3.0.
Its new features: 
- colors & labels on hotcue,
- intro/outro sections marked in
- new batch multithreaded analysis process (faster analysis)
- new skin "LateNight"
- built-in mapping of additional DJ controllers including DJControl Inpulse 200 and DJControl Jogvision, update of P32 DJ mapping



The list of new features is here

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJ Software, Technical tips

Awards Honoree for Hercules DJControl Inpulse 300

Published in DJControl Inpulse



We are very proud to announce that our Hercules DJControl Inpulse 300 received an Innovation Award Honoree yesterday during the CES Unveiled New York media conference. The DJControl Inpulse 300 combines DJ mixing software (DJUCED®) and an innovative DJ controller with built-in light guides to help aspiring DJs learn how to perfect the art of manual beat-matching and choose the right songs for a seamless music mix.

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Inpulse 300

Hercules launches new and innovative DJ solutions to get you started mixing!

Published in DJControl Inpulse


Rennes, September 27, 2018

Hercules is driven by its passion for music and its desire to bring DJing to the masses, now more than ever before, and is proud to announce its new range of DJControl Inpulse controllers and the new and improved version of its DJ software, DJUCED®. Specially designed to introduce and teach the art of DJing, Hercules' promise is clear: a new and innovative solution that will simplify the beginner's journey and allow him/her to easily acquire and master DJ skills.

For this launch, Hercules teamed up with emerging artist Stupead and his musical creations:


DJing for all
The mood is set. Hercules is adding a new dimension to learning how to become a DJ by focusing on the importance of training one's ear. The first technique that all professional or aspiring DJs must have mastered is beatmatching. The most important rule of mixing is to match the tempo of two tracks so that they can be played in a seamless sequence without breaking the rhythm. That's why Hercules has developed a unique range of two controllers: the HERCULES DJCONTROL INPULSE 200 and the HERCULES DJCONTROL INPULSE 300 which are equipped with a "beatmatch guide". If it is enabled, the help arrows along the tempo fader and below the jog wheel will light up to guide the budding young DJ through the right steps to take.
  Step 1: Activate beatmatch guide
 Step 2: Follow the arrow on the tempo (pitch) fader to adjust the tempo
 Step 3: Follow the arrow below the jog-wheel to align the beat on the beat of the other track

This valuable aid for getting started in DJing is powered by DJUCED® DJ software, which also includes interactive help and video tutorials from the Hercules DJ Academy to teach you the basics of DJing and improve your skills. It provides direct and intuitive access without ever exiting the software. Convenience guaranteed.
 

Please note that DJUCED® 40° has been renamed DJUCED®, effective from September 27, 2018. The new version of DJUCED® features a more intuitive and comprehensive interface, with an easy-to-use and smoother workflow for beginners and advanced users alike. All controllers that previously ran on DJUCED® 18° will continue to work, but the DJUCED® team recommends that you download the new version of DJUCED® in order to take advantage of the new update. All controllers will now work with DJUCED®. For more information: Djuced.com.

The perfect mix

The second key advantage of the new DJ Hercules solutions is the Intelligent Music Assistant (IMA) that was developed by the R&D team. IMA makes it easy for all DJs to decide on the best song to play, whether they are learning or performing:

The "TRENDING SONGS" feature available exclusively from DJUCED® uses the software's artificial intelligence to reveal tomorrow's hottest songs to help you prepare your new playlists and make sure you mix what's "in".
  
    
ASSISTANT: suggests the best songs from your computer audio library.

ENERGY: allows you to select the perfect atmosphere for the party and infuse it with the kind of energy you want. The energy level is displayed in a color going from blue (a cooler atmosphere) to red (a warm and very danceable atmosphere), which can set the desired mood at any point in the evening.

Hercules DJControl Inpulse 300


The flagship of the new range that includes all the new features described is the DJControl Inpulse 300, the largest controller ever designed by Hercules. It allows you to easily and quickly learn the right moves in order to mix with confidence and ensure a real performance. It’s got everything you need to become a DJ:
  • Large jog wheels (5.9” /15 cm): touch-sensitive to facilitate scratching
  • 16 pads: 8 modes on each deck (Hot Cue, Roll, Slicer, Sampler, Toneplay and others)
  • Slip, Quantize, Loop in and Loop out buttons
  • Tempo/Pitch fader
  • Gain knob, 3-band equalization knobs and a filter knob
  • Volume faders and cross fader
  • VU meter on each deck and a master VU meter
  • Master output for speakers and headphones output

Hercules DJControl Inpulse 200



The DJControl Inpulse 200 is a more compact version than its big brother, with a user-friendly and comfortable layout that makes it the perfect controller for those who are new to DJing.
  • Jog wheel: touch-sensitive for scratch mode
  • 4 pads: 4 modes (Hot Cue, Roll, FX, Sampler)
  • Loop in/Loop out buttons
  • Tempo/Pitch fader
  • Gain knobs, 2-band equalization knobs and filter knob
  • Volume fader and cross fader
  • Master output for speakers and headphone output

A comprehensive ecosystem to get you started
When it comes to mixing, it's important to have the right equipment, even for beginners. That's why Hercules has introduced a new range of active monitoring speakers with the Hercules DJMonitor 32 and Hercules DJMonitor 42. They are powerful, and ensure a near studio experience so that everyone can get off to a good start and enjoy mixing, whether in their bedroom or at their first events.


The DJControl Inpulse 300 and DJControl Inpulse 200 will be available for sale from October 23, 2018.
Recommended retail price – DJControl Inpulse 300 €199.99
Recommended retail price – DJControl Inpulse 200 €99.99

The DJMonitor 42 and Djmonitor 32 will be available for sale from November 23, 2018.
Recommended retail price – DJMonitor 42 €129.99
Recommended retail price – DJMonitor 32 €79.99
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Inpulse

Hercules DJControl Starlight: light up the DJ scene and get started with Serato

Published in DJControl Starlight

Rennes, September 27, 2018 - Hercules, a leading manufacturer of DJ controllers and audio solutions, has teamed up with Serato to launch a new compact DJ controller with a unique backlighting feature to get started DJing: the DJControl Starlight. This ultra-compact, ultra-light and ultra-practical device packs all the features needed to mix and scratch with Serato DJ Lite.



The essential at your fingertips
With its built-in audio interface, the DJControl Starlight offers the pre-listening in the headphones, you can then play your mix on speakers, which is perfect for learning or creating new mixes. The system is so comprehensive for its size that it boasts all the essential features such as bass equalization/filter knobs for smooth transitions or touch-sensitive jogwheels for easy scratching. And all of that is boosted by the Hercules touch: a clear and powerful RGB backlighting with a unique strobe effect!

A unique light signature
Hercules has leveraged its creativity to develop a new and entertaining light system that makes it easier to learn how to mix. You can control the lights either from the controller or right in Serato DJ Lite, thanks to seven new modes that let you keep an eye on the rhythm and find your way through your mix.

A quick look at the top five:
  • Two exclusive modes for a better understanding of the 4-beat bar and count the beats in a song:
    â–ª Beat 1 Program: the LEDs light up red with the first beat of the main track and blue with the following beats, turning off between each beat.
    â–ª Beat 2 Program: the LEDs light up in red with the first beat of the main song and blue with the following beats, without turning off.
  • A volume-synced mode:
    Master Volume Program: the LEDs light up in white (strobe effect) and their intensity varies with the volume.
  • Two modes to cue and navigate within the tracks:
    â–ª Waveform Color Program: 2 LEDs per turntable mimic the waveform colors of the respective tracks.
    â–ª Cue point Color Program: 2 LEDs per turntable light up gradually depending on the color of the upcoming Cue Point.
Hercules DJControl Starlight 
The DJControl Starlight is the ideal controller to get into DJing with Serato DJ Lite:
â–ª Plug-and-play with Serato DJ Lite (free download)
â–ª Integrated audio interface: Master output (speakers) + headphone output
â–ª Touch-sensitive jog wheel controls pause/playback
â–ª 4 pads × 4 modes (Hot Cue, Loop, FX, Sampler)
â–ª Tempo fader (pitch adjustment)
â–ª Bass EQ/filter knobs + deck volume knobs
â–ª Crossfader, for mixing both decks
â–ª Master volume knob

 The DJControl Starlight will be available for sale from October 23, 2018 at the recommended retail price of $69.99 / € 79.99.
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Starlight, Serato

DJ Aser Trap Mix

Published in DJControl Jogvision

Hello,

DJ Aser has released another mix on DJControl Jogvision

It is called trap mix 2018.
By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: DJControl Jogvision

Hercules @ BPM Pro 2017 - October 22-23 2017 - Birmingham UK

Published in Events

Hercules team is part of BPM Pro - DJ + Studio event, in Birmigham UK, from October 22nd to 23rd.

Visit us on booths FC14 ann FC16 to find out all about the latest Hercules news and enjoy live performance by
- Karla Kenya
- Twice as Trendy
on Hercules P32 DJ and on DJControl Jogvision.

To know more
- on BPM: http://www.bpmpro.online/
- on Hercules DJ https://www.facebook.com/HerculesDJMixRoom


By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: BPM

Serato DJ 1.9.7 Now Available

Published in DJ Software

Serato DJ 1.9.7 has been released for macOS and Windows environment.
It supports DJControl Jogvision.

If you install it and find you do not hear the sampler, make sure the sampler volume is not set to zero in the sampler menu.

More information on Serato DJ 1.9.7 here

By

Hercules STAFF3


Tags: Serato, Jogvision