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Hercules DJ Console MK2 USB DJ/Audio Interface
2 phono level and line level inputs. More precise and more elevated jog wheels, designed to make scratching easy. Split mode.
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The World of MP3 Meets Vinyl: Total Mixing!
Hercules is expanding its range of DJ hardware and launching the DJ Console Mk2, the first digital mixing console with integrated audio also serving as an interface with DJs' vinyl turntables and CD players. The DJ Console Mk2 allows users to not only mix on their computer without any other device, but also integrates itself into a DJ's usual analog equipment!
Following the success of the first DJ Console launched in 2003, Hercules is proud to offer an even more professional and high-performance solution.
A versatile mixing station with 2 stereo inputs to connect 2 vinyl turntables or CD players and 2 stereo outputs allowing users to play their mix over amplified speakers or redirect the sound to an effects processor or external mixer, the Hercules DJ Console Mk2 can be used on its own or function as an interface between a computer and a DJ's other analog instruments.
The DJ Console Mk2 is perfect for mobile DJs and music lovers, as it combines all DJ functions in one compact and transportable unit. It's also great for clubs and home studios, as external devices can be connected to its 2 stereo inputs to mix audio files from a Mac together with music from a vinyl record, CD or groove box. The DJ Console Mk2 is truly versatile, since it allows users to mix on its own or with other mixing devices, depending on the DJ's equipment and preferences.
DJ Console Mk2 Innovates
Via mixing of 2 analog inputs, to mix together an audio file and an external source (CD player, MP3 player such as an iPod, etc.)
With 2 phono level and line level inputs, for connecting all external music devices (vinyl turntables or CD players)
With new, more precise and more elevated jog wheels, designed to make scratching easy
With a split mode to listen to 2 separate pieces of music on a pair of headphones, without having to move the headphones to listen to the mix being played in the room and songs being previewed on the headphones
The DJ Console Mk2 also includes the functions that made the first DJ Console a success: a double mixing deck to control DJ mixes, a sound card dedicated to DJing, a microphone input with a talk-over function and a headphone output for previewing songs. It is still portable to accompany a DJ anywhere: compact, it connects to a PC or Mac's USB port, is powered by the USB port, and includes a shoulder strap and a detachable cover for transportation. In conjunction with its software, the DJ Console Mk2 gives DJs total control of their music, with a highly precise instant BPM counter, as well as effects to transform, filter and loop audio files, allowing DJs to give their mixes the kind of personality they desire.
All Types of Mixing Are Possible
With 2 analog stereo inputs, 2 mixing decks and 2 analog stereo outputs, the DJ Console Mk2 allows for all types of mixing:
Digital mixing of audio files on the DJ Console Mk2''s 2 jog wheels
Mixing an audio file on a PC together with an analog source from the audio inputs, allowing the DJ to play a hybrid analog and digital mix
Mixing 2 tracks directly in the DJ Console Mk2, or keeping them separate to mix them once they have been output from the console, on an external mixer
Mixing with time-coded vinyl records* played on external turntables connected to the console via dedicated software
DJ Console Mk2 Accompanies DJs Through All Stages of Their Career
The DJ Console Mk2 can accompany a DJ through each stage of their career, whether it is their first DJing instrument or the DJ is already equipped for analog mixing. The DJ loses neither their DJing markers nor the dexterity they have acquired on their current hardware. They don't have to change their style and can concentrate completely on their performance!
Features
All-in-one DJ Controller with audio for a complete computer DJ mix. Everything is inside to animate parties or record DJing performance
Portable DJ Mixer (235x200x65mm / 9.4 x 8 x 2.6 in./ 2.54 lbs.) Ready for mobile DJing, DJ Console Mk2 can be plugged to a laptop
High precision jog wheels and buttons for DJ mixing. DJing is better with dedicated controls than with a mouse and a keyboard :
- 2 jog wheels to navigate within your music, speed up, slow down or even scratch tracks
- 1 crossfader and 2 volume sliders
- 2 pitch knobs & 2 pitch bend buttons
- Play / Cue / Next / Previous for each deck
- 2 x 3 equalizer knobs
- 2 x 4 buttons for effects
- Auto-Beat and Master tempo for each deck
- 1 mini stick with 2 buttons emulating a mouse to navigate within any menu
- 2 buttons to select the audio source on the deck
Advanced audio features for DJing
- 2 line/phono inputs, to mix also with analog audio or with timecoded vinyls (not included)
- Headphones monitoring to prepare the next music track you will play
- Microphone input to talk over the music
Solid software :
- Customized version of Virtual DJ 3 (for PC version)
- Traktor LE - Powerful 2-deck mixer with 2 waveforms display, real time loops and pitch fading on each deck, to mix CD-audio or MP3, WAV, AIF files on DJ Console MK2 (for Mac version)
Combine digital & analog audio
- 2 stereo inputs
- Mix MP3 files plus analog sources
- Plug your CD-player(s) and mix it together with your computer audio files
Compatible with external mixers
- 2 stereo outputs
- Plug to any mixer you want
2 phono inputs
- Connect your turntable(s)
- Mix with vinyl plus MP3
Multiple monitoring
- Deck A
- Deck B
- Mix
Inputs: 2 stereo inputs (4-channel)
Input Level:
Line level (for CD players)
Phono level (for turntables)
Microphone Input: 1
Headphones: 1 headphone output for monitoring
Power: USB bus
Audio drivers: ASIO & WDM
Windows System Requirements
Pentium 3 / Athlon 800 MHz and higher
USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port
256 MB RAM and higher
MS-Windows XP
Stereo headphones for monitoring
Macintosh System Requirements
G4/G5 1.5GHz / Intel Core Duo 1.66GHz and higher
Mac OS X 10.4 or later Mac OS X
512MB RAM + 100 MB space on HDD
CD/DVD Rom drive
Internet connection
Stereo loudspeakers & headphones
Hercules is expanding its range of DJ hardware and launching the DJ Console Mk2, the first digital mixing console with integrated audio also serving as an interface with DJs' vinyl turntables and CD players. The DJ Console Mk2 allows users to not only mix on their computer without any other device, but also integrates itself into a DJ's usual analog equipment!
Following the success of the first DJ Console launched in 2003, Hercules is proud to offer an even more professional and high-performance solution.
A versatile mixing station with 2 stereo inputs to connect 2 vinyl turntables or CD players and 2 stereo outputs allowing users to play their mix over amplified speakers or redirect the sound to an effects processor or external mixer, the Hercules DJ Console Mk2 can be used on its own or function as an interface between a computer and a DJ's other analog instruments.
The DJ Console Mk2 is perfect for mobile DJs and music lovers, as it combines all DJ functions in one compact and transportable unit. It's also great for clubs and home studios, as external devices can be connected to its 2 stereo inputs to mix audio files from a Mac together with music from a vinyl record, CD or groove box. The DJ Console Mk2 is truly versatile, since it allows users to mix on its own or with other mixing devices, depending on the DJ's equipment and preferences.
DJ Console Mk2 Innovates
Via mixing of 2 analog inputs, to mix together an audio file and an external source (CD player, MP3 player such as an iPod, etc.)
With 2 phono level and line level inputs, for connecting all external music devices (vinyl turntables or CD players)
With new, more precise and more elevated jog wheels, designed to make scratching easy
With a split mode to listen to 2 separate pieces of music on a pair of headphones, without having to move the headphones to listen to the mix being played in the room and songs being previewed on the headphones
The DJ Console Mk2 also includes the functions that made the first DJ Console a success: a double mixing deck to control DJ mixes, a sound card dedicated to DJing, a microphone input with a talk-over function and a headphone output for previewing songs. It is still portable to accompany a DJ anywhere: compact, it connects to a PC or Mac's USB port, is powered by the USB port, and includes a shoulder strap and a detachable cover for transportation. In conjunction with its software, the DJ Console Mk2 gives DJs total control of their music, with a highly precise instant BPM counter, as well as effects to transform, filter and loop audio files, allowing DJs to give their mixes the kind of personality they desire.
All Types of Mixing Are Possible
With 2 analog stereo inputs, 2 mixing decks and 2 analog stereo outputs, the DJ Console Mk2 allows for all types of mixing:
Digital mixing of audio files on the DJ Console Mk2''s 2 jog wheels
Mixing an audio file on a PC together with an analog source from the audio inputs, allowing the DJ to play a hybrid analog and digital mix
Mixing 2 tracks directly in the DJ Console Mk2, or keeping them separate to mix them once they have been output from the console, on an external mixer
Mixing with time-coded vinyl records* played on external turntables connected to the console via dedicated software
DJ Console Mk2 Accompanies DJs Through All Stages of Their Career
The DJ Console Mk2 can accompany a DJ through each stage of their career, whether it is their first DJing instrument or the DJ is already equipped for analog mixing. The DJ loses neither their DJing markers nor the dexterity they have acquired on their current hardware. They don't have to change their style and can concentrate completely on their performance!
Features
All-in-one DJ Controller with audio for a complete computer DJ mix. Everything is inside to animate parties or record DJing performance
Portable DJ Mixer (235x200x65mm / 9.4 x 8 x 2.6 in./ 2.54 lbs.) Ready for mobile DJing, DJ Console Mk2 can be plugged to a laptop
High precision jog wheels and buttons for DJ mixing. DJing is better with dedicated controls than with a mouse and a keyboard :
- 2 jog wheels to navigate within your music, speed up, slow down or even scratch tracks
- 1 crossfader and 2 volume sliders
- 2 pitch knobs & 2 pitch bend buttons
- Play / Cue / Next / Previous for each deck
- 2 x 3 equalizer knobs
- 2 x 4 buttons for effects
- Auto-Beat and Master tempo for each deck
- 1 mini stick with 2 buttons emulating a mouse to navigate within any menu
- 2 buttons to select the audio source on the deck
Advanced audio features for DJing
- 2 line/phono inputs, to mix also with analog audio or with timecoded vinyls (not included)
- Headphones monitoring to prepare the next music track you will play
- Microphone input to talk over the music
Solid software :
- Customized version of Virtual DJ 3 (for PC version)
- Traktor LE - Powerful 2-deck mixer with 2 waveforms display, real time loops and pitch fading on each deck, to mix CD-audio or MP3, WAV, AIF files on DJ Console MK2 (for Mac version)
Combine digital & analog audio
- 2 stereo inputs
- Mix MP3 files plus analog sources
- Plug your CD-player(s) and mix it together with your computer audio files
Compatible with external mixers
- 2 stereo outputs
- Plug to any mixer you want
2 phono inputs
- Connect your turntable(s)
- Mix with vinyl plus MP3
Multiple monitoring
- Deck A
- Deck B
- Mix
Technical Info
Outputs: 2 stereo outputs (4-channel)Inputs: 2 stereo inputs (4-channel)
Input Level:
Line level (for CD players)
Phono level (for turntables)
Microphone Input: 1
Headphones: 1 headphone output for monitoring
Power: USB bus
Audio drivers: ASIO & WDM
Windows System Requirements
Pentium 3 / Athlon 800 MHz and higher
USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 port
256 MB RAM and higher
MS-Windows XP
Stereo headphones for monitoring
Macintosh System Requirements
G4/G5 1.5GHz / Intel Core Duo 1.66GHz and higher
Mac OS X 10.4 or later Mac OS X
512MB RAM + 100 MB space on HDD
CD/DVD Rom drive
Internet connection
Stereo loudspeakers & headphones
Two-channel mixer that doubles as a 4x4 USB 2.0 audio interface/controller! Two stereo analog channels with 3-band EQ and crossfading plus mic input and headphone out. Two big jog wheels plus transport controls for digital file playback and control. Record stereo performances to computer. USB bus powered. Includes Virtual DJ software for Mac or PC.
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Hercules DJ Console MK2 USB DJ/Audio Interface Reviews
7 out of 10
"You just started djing?? want something to get you started? this is for you!"
Feature:
Compared to other dj cd players, this doesn't have any features at all. The jog wheel is not for scratch its just too small, so don't buy this for scratching. It has a sound card built into it, so its pretty handy. this unit will get you started, it do the job and thats what matters. it has a microphone input, but it didn't work for me. the headphone inputs are great, but sometimes you turn the wheel to listen to side A, but it plays side B. Minor problem.
Quality:
I had this for almost a year now, still working fine. 99% is plastic, what you expect?
Value:
I think you can get better with the price, get you a cd player instead just because they bigger and its professional. but if you just started djing then this is for you! you going to have to sell it one way or another after you get experience.
Desirability:
It's not that attractive compared to turntables and cdjs that people die for. But it does the job and it's very portable.
Sound:
The sound could be improved. I was on a gig of about 50 people and Hercules mk2 with my laptop it was great, it worked fine, except sometimes i hear noise coming from the speakers as i move the volume or the cross fader. i don't know if its from speakers of the mk2.
Ease of Use:
Pretty straight forward, you got the usual high mid and low, and all the effects are on Virtual Dj.
Support:
I called Hercules once to ask them about how i can convert pitch/ volume and they were helpful, that was the only time i called them.
Overall:
Pretty good product, had it for year, still works fine.
Compared to other dj cd players, this doesn't have any features at all. The jog wheel is not for scratch its just too small, so don't buy this for scratching. It has a sound card built into it, so its pretty handy. this unit will get you started, it do the job and thats what matters. it has a microphone input, but it didn't work for me. the headphone inputs are great, but sometimes you turn the wheel to listen to side A, but it plays side B. Minor problem.
Quality:
I had this for almost a year now, still working fine. 99% is plastic, what you expect?
Value:
I think you can get better with the price, get you a cd player instead just because they bigger and its professional. but if you just started djing then this is for you! you going to have to sell it one way or another after you get experience.
Desirability:
It's not that attractive compared to turntables and cdjs that people die for. But it does the job and it's very portable.
Sound:
The sound could be improved. I was on a gig of about 50 people and Hercules mk2 with my laptop it was great, it worked fine, except sometimes i hear noise coming from the speakers as i move the volume or the cross fader. i don't know if its from speakers of the mk2.
Ease of Use:
Pretty straight forward, you got the usual high mid and low, and all the effects are on Virtual Dj.
Support:
I called Hercules once to ask them about how i can convert pitch/ volume and they were helpful, that was the only time i called them.
Overall:
Pretty good product, had it for year, still works fine.
Submitted: 08/20/2008
Style of Music: All Genre
8 out of 10
"Truly worth the investment once you see what it competes with!"
Feature:
Hercules gives you a good amount of features to get you started into the world of djing. A fairly accurate BPM counter, decent cross-fading, smooth jog wheels for easy scratching (although alittle on the small side), shortcut keys on the keyboard for cueing, looping, and sampling. Hercules also gives its consumers open-source opportunities to improve on its plugin FX's techology ex: flanger, panning, devil chorus, back-spins, back-looping etc... The recording feature is nice when you wanna compare your first mixes in a basement party to mixing at a club with over 1,000 people.
Quality:
The overall quality of this product is great. The crossfader feels smooth and solid. The jog wheels are senitive to the touch and responsive. The play and cue buttons are active to the touch but some might notice a 1ms delay once you really start making those fast-paced mixes but its easily adaptable. All the controls feels well-made so don't feel too bad after spending $250.
Value:
If you're interested in a career as a DJ, this is a good place to start. The device is design to progress with you as you become more familar with the techinques many pro DJ's use. This product will not disappoint you.
Sound:
Some experts might say that digital scratching will never sound as real as scratching with vinyls, but i'd say, with the right amount of talent, any DJ beginner or experienced will have no trouble making a good mix from this unit. The sound coming through the main speakers is great. The headphone volume is extremely loud with my Sony MDR-V600 though at times the switch that allows you to mono-split the two decks into each ear is alittle glitchy at times. A good way to correct this is while the song you're cueing up next is playing simply turn the knob fast through all the options until you hear each deck in their respected ears again. Otherwise you're left listening to a mono-version of your mix. The techonlogy isn't perfect but when you think about it, a single usb cable can not split the sounds on your computer into discrete tracks, this device simply mutes each song until you fade into the next song.
Ease of Use:
As a progressing DJ, i find this product to be very helpful in the developing stages of my career. At first, i didn't know what half the buttons on this thing were used for, but as i became more familar with it, i find that this unit is great for many beginners and well-experienced DJ's though at some point you may want your buttons and knobs to be spread-out alittle more as i found i tend to hit the jog wheels a few times while fading into the next song.
Support:
The Hercules website is very geared towards customers who have purchased the full version of their software. Most of their plugins made by their company and from fellow DJ's are only available once you have proof you've bought the full product. This was kinda a let-down for me, but in a way, its a much more secure way of preventing hackers who have managed to overide the serial code detector and unlock all the the features only available in the Pro version to prevent free access to their site. Would of been nice if more features were available on lesser versions of the software.
Overall:
I did find after a month of use, i started looking for other products simliar to this. I heard of the Mixman DM2 and the DJ Kontrol. But overall, i think with the ease of use, all the knobs and buttons bulit in to the device, the DM2 seems alittle cheap and out-dated. I'm told the jog wheels aren't as smooth as the wheels found on this product.
Hercules gives you a good amount of features to get you started into the world of djing. A fairly accurate BPM counter, decent cross-fading, smooth jog wheels for easy scratching (although alittle on the small side), shortcut keys on the keyboard for cueing, looping, and sampling. Hercules also gives its consumers open-source opportunities to improve on its plugin FX's techology ex: flanger, panning, devil chorus, back-spins, back-looping etc... The recording feature is nice when you wanna compare your first mixes in a basement party to mixing at a club with over 1,000 people.
Quality:
The overall quality of this product is great. The crossfader feels smooth and solid. The jog wheels are senitive to the touch and responsive. The play and cue buttons are active to the touch but some might notice a 1ms delay once you really start making those fast-paced mixes but its easily adaptable. All the controls feels well-made so don't feel too bad after spending $250.
Value:
If you're interested in a career as a DJ, this is a good place to start. The device is design to progress with you as you become more familar with the techinques many pro DJ's use. This product will not disappoint you.
Sound:
Some experts might say that digital scratching will never sound as real as scratching with vinyls, but i'd say, with the right amount of talent, any DJ beginner or experienced will have no trouble making a good mix from this unit. The sound coming through the main speakers is great. The headphone volume is extremely loud with my Sony MDR-V600 though at times the switch that allows you to mono-split the two decks into each ear is alittle glitchy at times. A good way to correct this is while the song you're cueing up next is playing simply turn the knob fast through all the options until you hear each deck in their respected ears again. Otherwise you're left listening to a mono-version of your mix. The techonlogy isn't perfect but when you think about it, a single usb cable can not split the sounds on your computer into discrete tracks, this device simply mutes each song until you fade into the next song.
Ease of Use:
As a progressing DJ, i find this product to be very helpful in the developing stages of my career. At first, i didn't know what half the buttons on this thing were used for, but as i became more familar with it, i find that this unit is great for many beginners and well-experienced DJ's though at some point you may want your buttons and knobs to be spread-out alittle more as i found i tend to hit the jog wheels a few times while fading into the next song.
Support:
The Hercules website is very geared towards customers who have purchased the full version of their software. Most of their plugins made by their company and from fellow DJ's are only available once you have proof you've bought the full product. This was kinda a let-down for me, but in a way, its a much more secure way of preventing hackers who have managed to overide the serial code detector and unlock all the the features only available in the Pro version to prevent free access to their site. Would of been nice if more features were available on lesser versions of the software.
Overall:
I did find after a month of use, i started looking for other products simliar to this. I heard of the Mixman DM2 and the DJ Kontrol. But overall, i think with the ease of use, all the knobs and buttons bulit in to the device, the DM2 seems alittle cheap and out-dated. I'm told the jog wheels aren't as smooth as the wheels found on this product.
Submitted: 03/21/2006
Style of Music: Trance, Techno, Club, Alt. Rock
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