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.

Description:

The portable digital interface features a 4-channel output: two +4dBu ¼” Jack outputs for PA equipment and four -10dBv RCA outputs for mixing decks and conventional amplifiers. The 4 input / 4 output configurations can be switched to a 2 input / 6 output configuration, enabling users to transfer 2 stereo tracks separately to an external mixing deck, while adding a third stereo track for samples, loops and effects. The 4-channel input has a line level for connecting and mixing with an external MP3/CD player and a phono level for connecting vinyl turntables.

The preamplifiers on 4-channel inputs support high-level sources such as a CD player and turntables and each features a view-meter. The 2 stereo preamplifiers adjust the volume of the 4-channel analogue inputs. Finally, the DeeJay Trim 4&6 features a 3-port high-speed USB hub with power adapter to plug in your DJ controller and external storage devices. Powering the high-speed USB hub’s separately secures the audio output level on all configurations and avoids compatibility issues on some laptops whose USB ports have a too low voltage.

The unit features a steel casing, two handles mounted on the audio interface’s front face for easy handling and four wide-non-slip pads for perfect stability. It also features view-meters with 6 LED’s per channel visible on the front face, which provides control over the audio interface’s volume, whether mixing standing, seated or with CD cases stacked on the unit.

The DeeJay Trim 4&6 is compatible with Windows XP and Vista (32-bit & 64-bit)/WDM and ASIO, as well as Mac OS 10.4 & 10.5.

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

Technical Specifications:

• Mixing controller for PC & Mac
• Dual mixing decks
• Connects to the USB port
• Supplied with a carry bag and dedicated mixing software
• Powered via the USB port
• MIDI controls
• Made for Mixing
• 35 x 25cm / 13″ x 9.7″
• Mix without feeling cramped.
• Metal Mixing Deck
• Steel plate on top and base.
• Offer the same “feel” as traditional mixing decks.
• 2 Jog Wheels
• Enhanced precision (over 3 times DJ Console Mk1 & Mk2’s jog wheels precision).
• Adjustable resistance.
• 6 Faders
• 3 volume faders
• 2 pitch faders
• 1 cross fader
• 13 Rotary Knobs
• 6 equaliser knobs
• 2 gain knobs
• 2 effects knobs
• 2 preview knobs
• 1 balance knob
• 46 Push-Buttons
• 15 effects buttons
• 6 kill (EQ) buttons
• 6 read/cue buttons
• 4 pitch bend buttons
• 4 menu buttons
• 4 fast forward/fast rewind buttons
• 2 track loading buttons
• 2 preview buttons
• 2 synch buttons
• 1 scratch mode button

Hardware Requirements:

• PC minimum requirements

1 GHz or greater CPU

MS Windows

• Mac minimum requirements

Mac OS 10.4 / 10.5

1 GB RAM or more

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.

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:

Features

• Solid metal casing with non-slip pads
• Connects to the USB port of a PC or Mac laptop
• 2 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
• 4 mono 1/4 in. jack outputs , outputting +4dBu for pro sound
• 2 stereo analog inputs for mixing external sounds with MP3 files
• Convenient talk-over microphone and preview feature headset connector accessibility on the console’s upper and front face

The console is a MIDI controller compatible with popular MIDI-controlled software applications.