Hercules DJ Console MK2: Aspiring DJs and music lovers
July 15, 2008 by Daniel
Filed under Audio & Video Gadgets, Gadgets
Hercules, as a pioneer of the first portable dual deck mix controller (DJ Console) they are now bringing the fun of mixing and remixing into the digital age. DJs and music lovers of all ages with love the DJ Console MK2.
Below you will find more information on the DJ Console MK2, a great gadget for those looking to experiment and try their hand at mixing and remixing tunes like a real DJ.
The Hercules DJ Console MK2 is a portable, twin deck DJ mixer with audio customzed to play, mix and create DJ music on a PC or a Mac is great for DJs who want a versatile, cost effective mixing solution.
Key features include a all-in-one DJ Controller with audio for complete computer DJ mixing, high precision wheels and buttons for DJ mixing, 2×3 equalization buttons, Add effects, loops and cue-points, 1 cross fader, 2 decks with jog wheels and volume & pitch control.
Advanced integrated audio features for DJing - 2 line/phono inputs, to mix analogue and digital formats, headphone monitoring to cue up the next track, include mix and split cue and microphone input to with talk over funciton.
Most Digital Formats Supported - MP3, CD-Audio and more (WMA, WAV…in PC/AIFF …in Mac), also play video in window mode (no full screen) (AVI, MPEG).
Included Software - Customized version of Virtual DJ 3 DJ Console Edition PC/Mac and the Hercules DJ Console MK2 is everything you need to host great prarties or record DJing performances.
Retails at around $249.99 at J & R Computer World, Sam Ash, DJ Supply, Guitar Center and Long-McQuade (CA).
Be Your Own DJ with New HERCULES Wireless Mobile DJ MP3 Controller
Hercules, the computer DJ entertainment specialist, brings the fun of DJ mixing to music fans everywhere with the first wireless digital mixing mini-controller, the Mobile DJ MP3. An intuitive, user-friendly DJ mixing controller for PC, the Mobile DJ MP3 allows users to, personalize music and host parties like a DJ. The portable Mobile DJ MP3 is available for the retail price of $99.99 in black as well as white online at djdeals.com, J&R Computer World, Musician’s Friend, American Musical Supply, and more.
Until now, DJ mixing novices have found only semi-professional or professional DJ hardware or complex mixing software requiring practice and agility to progress beyond the basics. The Mobile DJ MP3, the most mobile, dual deck, DJ mixer available, is an affordable, general consumer solution for anyone 12 years and up looking to mix his or her favorite digital tunes and be the hit of their house party. Indeed, with this wireless, handheld mixer the host of the party can control the music while still mingling and dancing with friends.
“In light of the explosion in the popularity of MP3s, we have created a novice MP3 mini-controller that puts DJing within reach for all music and entertainment enthusiasts of all ages” explains François Garet, Development Director for the Hercules Music product line. “Our new portable controller makes mixing easy by giving everyone the tools to have fun putting their own touch on their digital music”.
The mixer is powered by two C* batteries and has a dual LCD display that allows the DJ to pick tracks and mix them, away from the computer. If the DJ hesitates, the Automix feature will automatically select the next song, ensuring a smooth set. The Mobile DJ MP3 includes two decks for mixing, scratching and synchronizing the MP3 or WAV files stored on the PC. Additionally, the mini-controller includes two jog wheels emulating two vinyl/cd decks for scrolling through tracks quickly and scratching, a cross fader slider that allows quick transition from deck to the other deck and two volume sliders, four sound and effect buttons per deck, pitch sliders and 25 control buttons. Sound effects, song loops and changes in tempo let you modify songs according to your taste, and put your own individual musical mark on the mixes you share with your audience.
The Mobile DJ MP3 is easy to install. Simply plug in the USB radio receiver key for wireless connectivity and insert the software CD. The wireless and handheld Mobile DJ MP3 simply requires a computer equipped with a sound card, amplified speakers and your favorite music (CD-Audio or MP3, WAV or WMA files). DJing software is included.
Learn more about the Mobile DJ MP3 at hercules.com
New Hercules DJ Console Rmx: digital audio console for Mobile and advanced DJs
NEW YORK, NY – (April 24, 2008) – Hercules, the computer DJ entertainment specialist, announces the availability of the new Hercules DJ Console Rmx, a digital audio console designed for Mobile and advanced DJs. The audio console, supplied with a carrying bag for total mobility, retails for $349.00 and is available now at Guitar Center, Sam Ash, Musician’s Friend, American Musical Supply, 8th Street Music and PSSL.com. (www.hercules.com)
The DJ Console Rmx is the most comprehensive digital dual mixing deck in its class. The sleek console includes a number of quality features such as a solid metal casing with non-slip pads guaranteeing perfect stability, broad surface, accessible buttons and knobs, precise and comprehensive controls, a built-in audio interface with 4 inputs, 4 outputs.
“The success of our products has helped spread the Hercules brand throughout the international DJ community. We consulted with over 1300 DJs throughout Europe and US and designed the DJ Console Rmx to their exact expectations,” states François Garet, Development Manager of the DJing solutions range for Hercules. “We are proud to offer this professional solution that provides enhanced performance and precision at an incredible value,” adds Garet.
Mobility and Stability:
• Solid metal casing with non-slip pads
• Simply connects to the USB port of a PC or Mac® laptop
• Size allows mixing with unrivalled ease
• Compact portability (35 x 25 cm)
• Flawless ASIO and Core audio drivers
Precise, Swift Mixing:
• Live mixing and seamless integration
• Offers DJs precision and speed
• Features 2 ultra-precise jog wheels for moving within tracks and for scratching
• 12 rotary switches and 46 push-buttons
• 6 faders including pitch faders with a center detent and a convenient general volume fader
Specialized DJing Audio Features:
• 4 mono ¼ in. jack outputs , outputting +4dBu for pro sound
• Audio output levels at -10dBv over 4 RCA outputs
• 2 stereo analog inputs for mixing external sounds with MP3 files
• A phono/line-level selector on each input
• Convenient talk-over microphone and preview feature headset connector accessibility on the console’s upper and front face
• Great for transferring vinyl to digital format
The Hercules DJ Console Rmx, a one-stop shop for mobile DJs, comes with VirtualDJ® 5 DJC Edition Software for PC and Mac®. The software includes features and settings specific to the Hercules DJ Console Rmx and combines the power of the VirtualDJ mixing engine with the ergonomics of the Hercules DJ Console Rmx. The console is a MIDI controller compatible with other MIDI-controlled software applications allowing DJs to mix the music files stored in various formats including MP3, AIFF, WAV, WMA, OGG & CD Audio and iTunes®. For more information on the Hercules DJ Console Rmx visit hercules.com