Hercules

Musikmesse 2009 update: Hercules has released the DeeJay Trim 4&6, a USB Audio Interface built for advanced DJ’s who already have a DJ control surface but no audio interface.

The DeeJay Trim 4×6 not only provides you with an extra USB hub that prevents compatibility issues on some laptops, but also offers a way to preview, talk over and export your mixes. The DeeJay Trim 4&6 will be available in June 2009 for the suggested retail price $249.99. Read more…

Hercules has introduced DJ Control Steel, a USB mixing console that targets the pro DJ market.

Description:

• Dual mixing decks on a steel surface
• Dual-deck DJ controller with equaliser and volume controls
• Track reading controls (jog wheels, effects, pitch etc.)
• Track mixing controls (cross-fader, volume faders, kill etc.)
• A wide mixing deck designed for mixing without compromise
• Size: 350 x 252 x 68 mm (13″ x 9.7″ x 2.6″)
• Ample space under the DJ’s fingers allows precise mixing.
• Portable controller
• Ideal for mobile DJing, the device connects to and is supplied through the computer’s USB port (whether PC or Mac, laptop or desktop)
• Supplied with a carry bag, the controller can be carried over the shoulder.
• Controls suited to every kind of mix
• 2 decks, 6 sliders, 13 rotary knobs and 46 push-buttons
• Controls allow for easy mixing and offer access to advanced features
• Dedicated software included
• VirtualDJ DJC 5 version for PC & Mac, featuring a dedicated skin

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Hercules has announced a DJ Sponsorship Initiative in which both future DJs and established DJs can secure support from Hercules.

If you’re selected, you could win:

• One or more DJ Console RMX for free and / or other Hercules DJing products for DJs that work in pairs or have a small company with a few DJs
• Hercules branded hats, t-shirts, posters and stickers for DJ gear
• Appearance / inclusion in the “Hercules DJ team” section of the Hercules DJ Mix room website
• VIP Member page with DJ profile on the Hercules DJ Mix Room
• Financial support and assistance in planning from Hercules at events / gigs where the DJ uses Hercules DJ Console RMX and / or other Hercules DJing products such as the DJ Console MK2
• Performance videos of the DJ using Hercules product will be visible on the Hercules DJ Mix room website
• The DJ endorsement will be mentioned in Hercules DJing ads and possibly on stickers placed on the outside of product boxes

More info at the Hercules site.

Hercules Mobile DJ MP3, a prosumer-style digital DJ controller, is now available for $99.99, in black or white.

While it’s a consumer-oriented product, it looks like it provides a lot of functionality for the price.

The mixer is powered by two C batteries and has a dual LCD display that lets you pick tracks and mix them, away from the computer. 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.

Plug in the USB radio receiver key for wireless connectivity. The wireless and handheld Mobile DJ MP3 requires a computer equipped with a sound card, amplified speakers and your music (CD-Audio or MP3, WAV or WMA files). DJing software is included.

Hercules has announced the availability of the new Hercules DJ Console Rmx.

The DJ Console Rmx features a solid metal casing with non-slip pads, a straightforward layout and a built-in audio interface with 4 inputs, 4 outputs.

The audio console, supplied with a carrying bag for total mobility, retails for $349.00.

“We consulted with over 1300 DJs throughout Europe and US and designed the DJ Console Rmx to their exact expectations,” says Francois Garet, Development Manager of the DJing solutions range for Hercules.

Here are the details: Read more…