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Hercules DJ Control MP3 e2 | 
| Brand: Hercules DJ
Category: Musical Instruments
List Price: $129.99
Buy New: $72.69
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Seller: TheFactoryDepot
Rating:  13 reviews
Sales Rank: 106
Media: Electronics
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8.9
Dimensions (in): 19.9 x 13 x 16.5
Digital mixing for everyone! Lighter and smaller than a laptop and USB powered, No extra power supply needed. Mix 2 music tracks with Hercules' DJ Control MP3 e2's easy controls. Perfect for mobile use.
MPN: 4780583
Model: 4780583
UPC: 663296414823
EAN: 0663296414823
ASIN: B002VW3S5Y
Release Date: November 1, 2009
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Mix 2 music tracks with DJ Control MP3 e2's controls: 2 jog wheels to navigate within tracks; cross fader and 2 volume faders to mix 2 tracks |
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Product Description
Digital mixing for everyone! Lighter and smaller than a laptop and USB powered; No extra power supply needed. Mix 2 music tracks with Hercules' DJ Control MP3 e2's easy controls. Perfect for mobile use.2 decks to mix 2 music tracksMix 2 mu...
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 13
 Great DJ Mp3 Controller January 28, 2010
David A. Anderson (Union County NJ)
19 out of 19 found this review helpful
I've dallied with many combinations of DJ software for the past 13 years all of which have been good, but always show their short comings relatively quickly as to why they would not be reliable or suitable to use as a replacement to a bulky CD/Mixer Case or Rack for mobile gigs.
Well forget all that, you can use this little unit for ALL DJ gigs. Arguably it is marketed as being designed for entry level/enthusiast use while other models like the MKII or RMX are touted as being more suited for professional use.
With the exception of built in Headphone/Mic/Input/Output jacks, they are all the same (and the software that comes with it is a little less feature rich, but for $50.00 you can upgrade to Virtual DJ Pro).
How do you cure the above? it's simple.
- a $1.99 USB Audio Sound Card - for monitoring while the main output goes out the main laptop sound card and the soundcard has a Mic input as well so you can use it or the mic input on the laptop
- a 1/8 to Stereo RCA output from the Laptop to your Amp/Speakers
That's it, you're good to go. This thing runs and doesn't complain, freeze, lockup, nada, just great all around unit and best of all it is compact, comes with a nice cover and can be carried in a laptop bag just a little bigger than a netbook.
Finally, the price..I remember spending twice this amount when regular cd players were first introduced, so this is nothing to even think about, if you want an MP3 controller and you don't want to break the bank to acquire one, then this is for you.
I don't work for nor am I in anyway affiliated with the manufacturer.
Great budget mp3 controller. March 16, 2010
Mauricio Sanchez (Amherst, MA USA)
6 out of 6 found this review helpful
My thoughts on this mp3 controller:
The good:
-Compact and portable, smaller than a 14 inch laptop (May also be a con, more on this at the end)
-Less than $130 (Unit, with software included plus USB sound card for headphones monitoring)and you are ready to DJ (assuming you have laptop, music and speakers).
-Fast response, not noticeable delay between pressing play and the start of the music.
-Intuitive software, bpm counters and graphical display of music that will make it easy for beginners (like me) to start beat-matching.
-Backlit buttons is a nice feature.
The bad:
-The included software is Virtual DJ DJC Edition. Unless you upgrade to the Pro version for an extra $250 there are going to be some limitations of what you can do with the software, the most important in my opinion:
-The software does not open if the unit is not connected. Big issue if you want to prepare music with your laptop without carrying the controller with you at all times.
-No skin customization (the default one is fugly)
-No keyboard shortcuts, makes browsing slow.
-Scratching, it does what a budget unit should do, but do not expect the plastic faders to survive heavy duty treatment. You would not be looking at this unit if you were interested in scratching anyway.
-knobs for pitch control instead of sliders, not a major issue for me since the unit has pitch bend buttons and the jog wheel can be used to adjust the tempo (when not in scratching mode).
-Due to small size is relatively easy to unintentionally press buttons.
Overall,
For an entry level unit that is very easy on the budget, this controller is GREAT. Combined with the right skills, and the right sound system, the audience will not know the difference between this mp3 controller and a more professional set up.
Great for Amateur/Mid Experienced DJs May 18, 2010
Fernando Cano (Santo Domingo)
i got this and bought a usb sound card for monitoring my tracks, i was very suprised with the features of this little controller i recommend it for anyone who wants to give MIDI Controlling a spin, i'm using it with Traktor Pro 1.2.4 and it's flawless. Excellent product from Hercules
Good deal March 29, 2010
B. Hawkins (Tamp, FL)
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I've had this controller for about a month now. I was expecting something a bit bigger and heavier but it's small size has some advantages. The virtual dj software that comes with it was disappointing only because it's the stripped down version. I had previously been using virtual dj pro v6 so it was a major downgrade. No worries though, because the console works flawlessly with pro v6. If you don't have it though, you might be a bit disappointed with the djc software that comes with it, especially if you have used something more professional. One advantage the more expensive controllers have is their built in sound cards, but this is easily solved by purchasing a USB sound card. I picked up a the small Creative FX one for $50. There are less expensive ones but I decided the quality was worth it since it's the one I use for the output, and I use my laptop's built in sound card for the headphones. The biggest gripe I have with it goes back to the size. The sliders are too close to jog wheels. A problem the mk2 model had as well. The sliders could have more resistance to them as well but overall I am pleased with it. It was a good deal for the money. A more serious dj would want a higher end model like the steel or rmx.
I would recommend this to beginners and Pros March 20, 2010
bluediamond
This controller is a great controller for both beginners and Pros. The knobs feel really good,especially the jog wheels which are top notch. The only downfall I have to say is the Crossfader which I'm afraid is wobbly and weak. I'm using this controller in my timecoded setup and it works great with Virtual dj 6.0.7 pro. One suggestion is that before you use vdj pro you need to install the djc edition before you use it with the pro. The only con for me is the Crossfader else everything is soliddd.
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