HerculesDJControl Inpulse 500: 2-deck USB DJ controller for Serato DJ and DJUCED (included)

The Hercules DJControl Inpulse 500 is an impressive piece of gear that punches well above its weight class. Whether you're an aspiring DJ looking to level up or a seasoned pro seeking a reliable backup controller, this 2-deck USB unit hits all the right notes.Right out of the box, it feels premium — sturdy metal top plate, full-size jog wheels, and a clean layout that’s both intuitive and performance-ready. The mixer section is particularly well-designed, featuring a 3-band EQ, filters, VU meters, and a hardware mixer for audio inputs. It’s a welcome surprise on a controller at this price point.The compatibility is another huge win. It works seamlessly with both Serato DJ Lite (upgradeable to Pro) and DJUCED, giving you the freedom to experiment with different software ecosystems. The onboard Beatmatch Guide is also incredibly helpful for beginners, making learning the art of manual beatmatching a lot less intimidating.Other standout features include balanced XLR outputs, an auxiliary input with dedicated volume control, and RGB performance pads that let you trigger hot cues, rolls, slicers, and more. The touch-sensitive jog wheels are accurate and smooth, ideal for scratching and tight cue control.Overall, the Inpulse 500 offers a rare combination of high-end features, rock-solid build quality, and beginner-friendly tools — all at a budget-friendly price. Hercules has clearly designed this with growth in mind, making it an excellent long-term investment for DJs at any level.Pros:Solid build quality with a metal faceplateSerato DJ and DJUCED compatibilityBalanced XLR outputsHelpful beat-matching aids for learnersProfessional-grade features at a mid-range priceCons:No standalone mixer functionality without a computerLimited to 2 decks (which may not suit 4-deck users)

Really nice controller. Excellent for new DJ's wanting to learn. It has plenty of features found on more advanced Controllers.

This thing is so much fun just remember unless you have your own music, you will need to pay monthly for online music soundcloud is the cheapest 13.99 a month then you need the software Virtual Dj seems the best imo you can purchase a lifetime version for $99, didn't really care for djuced or serato pro overall pure fun

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I've put a lot of time on this controller. It feels great and has never let me down, however the included DJuced software is not that great. It's good to learn on, but it's a bit cobbled together and has a lot of frustrating bugs that never seem to get sorted out. I ended up switching to VirtualDJ which has great mappings for this controller, much more stable and has more features and have been far happier with it. A home license is only $99 so it's not too bad. Serato is also supported but you're going to want the pro license which is $$$.This is still better than the FLX4 if you don't require Recordbox.

The sound is nice, great value for the money because I’m a beginner, seems very well made, mostly metal, feels light but sturdy

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Me encanta este controlador muy bonito buen tamaño y me a servido mucho para aprender y para trabajar en eventos ,lo recomiendo