Hercules DJ Console
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I'll be picking up one of the Herc Mk2's next week, to map to the new software.
Looks a bit small to me, although they seem to be selling well (hence, why I'm going to write a mapper for it). Probably mainly to the bedroom crowd, but then again, that's 3/4 of the market
One thing I would mention, is that if it isn't MIDI, it ain't flying here at our company. Too many proprietary controllers out there, and more of a support nightmare than anything, to deal with them.
MIDI is a standard, and easy enough to provide XML mappers for, without having to redo code, or build DLLs.
Looks a bit small to me, although they seem to be selling well (hence, why I'm going to write a mapper for it). Probably mainly to the bedroom crowd, but then again, that's 3/4 of the market
One thing I would mention, is that if it isn't MIDI, it ain't flying here at our company. Too many proprietary controllers out there, and more of a support nightmare than anything, to deal with them.
MIDI is a standard, and easy enough to provide XML mappers for, without having to redo code, or build DLLs.
Update:
Just got a new M-Audio XSession Pro in to map.
Not bad for $99. Plastic, but the feel, other than the crossfader is decent.
I like the Numark Total Control better though, and am still waiting on the others, and Denon's upgrade to MIDI on the 2500.
Vestax is next, after the Herc...
Just got a new M-Audio XSession Pro in to map.
Not bad for $99. Plastic, but the feel, other than the crossfader is decent.
I like the Numark Total Control better though, and am still waiting on the others, and Denon's upgrade to MIDI on the 2500.
Vestax is next, after the Herc...
You are going "feel" and "see" a big difference with the high quality of our hardware over all of them.
I like this one primarily because of the rotary knobs and the way they assign in VDJ to functions such as Eq. The push buttons are great for effects.
The fader is slightly vulnerable to dirt entry and Pro Gold seems to wash it further in rather than out. It is board mounted and non replaceable.
I am really surprised that more manufacturers don't use optical faders.
As for the feel, the fader is pretty smooth.
Cost makes it easy to keep a back up on hand.
Its never been a cost issue with this stuff for me, but the features are not duplicated in other machines for some reason.
The size of this unit makes it more appealing for mobiles and as much as I like the features of the A & H Xone, it's not suited for mobile use imo.
I am really surprized that more manufacturers don't use optical faders.
The fader is slightly vulnerable to dirt entry and Pro Gold seems to wash it further in rather than out. It is board mounted and non replaceable.
I am really surprised that more manufacturers don't use optical faders.
As for the feel, the fader is pretty smooth.
Cost makes it easy to keep a back up on hand.
Its never been a cost issue with this stuff for me, but the features are not duplicated in other machines for some reason.
The size of this unit makes it more appealing for mobiles and as much as I like the features of the A & H Xone, it's not suited for mobile use imo.
I am really surprized that more manufacturers don't use optical faders.
Hey Koz,
What if you saved up some $$$ and went with Serato?
In August, they are going to be midi compatible (not that you need that, because the whole purpose is that you can spin using your own decks). Also, in my opinion, you should always have back up, whether it be cd's or vinyl, because never forget... computers ALWAYS GO.. the question is... WHEN?
What if you saved up some $$$ and went with Serato?
In August, they are going to be midi compatible (not that you need that, because the whole purpose is that you can spin using your own decks). Also, in my opinion, you should always have back up, whether it be cd's or vinyl, because never forget... computers ALWAYS GO.. the question is... WHEN?
OK. Made the decision and got the Numark Total Control. Was skeptical about getting the Dac-3 from Papa Deuce but would still need my rack for that. Had to get the Numark DJ i/o to be able to use my headphones and plug in a mic. Now I have to figure out how to use my 2600s without needing my DNX-400. I used the Total Control on Saturday and was great. Now I have to pray my computer doesn't take a crap on me.
See, I really do work sometimes 
Here's the Denon 4500 -- Ready 2 Rock:
BTW, I've got a trademark app in on that, so don't steal it, or you'll be paying for my new tractor
Here's the Denon 4500 -- Ready 2 Rock:
BTW, I've got a trademark app in on that, so don't steal it, or you'll be paying for my new tractor
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Rick C:
I just caught this thread. If you have yet to pick up a Hercules, and are interested in working more directly (instead of buying one off the shelf), let me know. I do "product specialist" work for them, and can connect the dots here.
Let me know.
I just caught this thread. If you have yet to pick up a Hercules, and are interested in working more directly (instead of buying one off the shelf), let me know. I do "product specialist" work for them, and can connect the dots here.
Let me know.
Done a bit more work on the Denon mapper...
Interesting controller! It can send messages almost faster then the OS can process them. :sqerr:
Thanx for that Silvio -- you owe me a beer (or perhaps, you'd like to replace that 20 something year old Gemini, with a Denon "X" mixer?)
This is with Rockit 4 interfacing (I haven't done a plug for the upcoming software in a bit, so here ya go )
Interesting controller! It can send messages almost faster then the OS can process them. :sqerr:
Thanx for that Silvio -- you owe me a beer (or perhaps, you'd like to replace that 20 something year old Gemini, with a Denon "X" mixer?)
This is with Rockit 4 interfacing (I haven't done a plug for the upcoming software in a bit, so here ya go
)
Hope you folks like the final product...
A lot of work into this controller, as I like it.
I even bought an SKB rack just for it and the old mixer (still wouldn't mind an X500, as I could map the fader stuff)... Hint
ROCKIT 4 -- Coming soon, to a speaker near you...
A lot of work into this controller, as I like it.
I even bought an SKB rack just for it and the old mixer (still wouldn't mind an X500, as I could map the fader stuff)... Hint
ROCKIT 4 -- Coming soon, to a speaker near you...
Hi DjKoz!
You can plug in youre CD players into the Hercules dont need another mixer BUT better way too use the hercules is with power suply because its USB powered so when(if) you have a computer crush you still can operate youre cd players.
Hope helpt a bit
Good mix
You can plug in youre CD players into the Hercules dont need another mixer BUT better way too use the hercules is with power suply because its USB powered so when(if) you have a computer crush you still can operate youre cd players.
Hope helpt a bit
Good mix
Yep
I'm going through it now with a fine tooth comb, removing all the "undocumented features" that showed up during beta testing...
Of course I know some of you folks, will go completely out of your way to try and break it anyway
I'm going through it now with a fine tooth comb, removing all the "undocumented features" that showed up during beta testing...
Of course I know some of you folks, will go completely out of your way to try and break it anyway
I really wanted that HC4500 but money's tight. Now i feel like a beginner with the Total Control - although it is a nice piece. Everyone I talk to says I should look into Serato.
All I Can say is though some of those plastic units are cool I have to stand by the solid built Denon stuff especially my HD2500 as it has the 40 gig plus addon extermal capability. Right now I have a Terrabyte and the 40 internal at my fingertips and with awesome effects and instant touch incredible solid built durable buttons adjustable slide tension etc. Thanks Silvio and Ben.
I still use my 2600f and my dn-x400. Had those for over 7 years. Everything is on my fingertips as well with Total Control.