Innofader is the absolute t*ts. They continue to provide premium options for the most beloved mixers around. Their product list is crazy and their customer service is top tier. #Legends
I've spent the last month with the T7 and can confirm the upgrade is absolutely incredible, as well as the platters from 12inchskinz. I love the ability to go some melodic scratching in a way not available with my vinyl setup but with that vinyl feel. Nice choice on the Blue Radial!
I'm a beginner in the world of djs ; I've been in the music business for over a decade as a music engineer and producer ; my question is this : for a beginner like me, is there a big difference with basic faders ?
If you don't have the innofader option you can fit shims in the left and right hand side of the fader slot to get it within 0.5mm, this has worked on every fader I've ever owned.
The two things that let me down on this controller are the lack of an aux input and no booth outputs. Even if those two things added an extra $100, it would still be worth it.
I was ready and primed to get the REV 5 but the T7 doe's have to be considered. Even with the fader upgrade you will still be saving just shy of £200 compared to the REV 5. REV 5 at the moment all i can think is a plus is the mic talkover which helps massively with my podcasts and the dual laptop connection. Thank you for the review and the choice dilemma. 🤔🙂
Get the Rev 5. This thing is 11 pnds it is extremely light weight and there’s hardly any backspin torque to this thing at all. My right fx lever had build quality issues so it’s going back. I will note the platters do feel nice and very responsive but not comparable to a direct-drive motor. I couldn’t trust it at a live gig but would be cool for home use. Honest opinion
Dope addition to what so far seems to be a dope DJ controller! By the way, the actual cost of the unit will be more than $700 after 2 very important additions to it, one is the Innofader kit mentioned here for $150 but the other very important addition is the software upgrade from the inferior Serato DJ Lite to the superior Serato DJ Pro for $250..... so that's $700 + $250 + $150 = $1100, the same exact price as the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5, which in my opinion will be it's main competition since they are both targeting hip-hop/scratch/turntablist DJs. I'm looking forward to upcoming videos of the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5 versus the Hercules Impulse T7, two very dope DJ controllers for $1100 after upgrades! :)
@@djnes2k7 Yeah the Rev5 doesn't have motorized platters but it is a battle style controller with big jog wheels, a good quality scratch crossfader and the full version of Serato DJ Pro and it cost $1100, the same price of the Impulse T7 after upgrading the crossfader to a good quality scratch crossfader (innofader) and after upgrading to the full version of Serato DJ Pro, that's why I say these 2 dope DJ controllers are each other's best competition, plus they obviously can't compete against the Rane One and the Rev7 which cost a lot more with more pro features / more bells & whistles. I myself will most likely be getting the Hercules Impulse T7 (fully upgraded) or the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5 (stock), they both look like dope Serato controllers for $1100! 👍
You should have serato pro bought the second you start djing, that shouldn’t count towards the total cost. That’s a guarantee. Total cost for me was $875 all in with a warranty and innofaders. Also this is better than the rev7 so far after a few days of use.
Keep in mind also, if you don't already have a Serato DJ Pro license you'll need that too ($249 US). Add it all together and you'd probably find a Rane One either second hand or on sale for not much more. I'd probably still go with the better built Rane One.
Serato dj pro is unlocked when using a rane one, but that's it. To use any other controller, you'd still need to buy a serato dj pro licence. I'd say you are better buying the hercules t7 and serato dj pro. That way you'll always have a serato licence no matter what controller you pick in the future.
The Rane One includes a Serato Pro license, and is totally compatible with DJay Pro AI and Virtual DJ. Second hand prices for the Rane One are almost the same as the T7’s nib price… it’s honestly a touch choice between the two. The only real rub is going to be when Rane releases a One v2 with proper battle mixer layout and stems integration
I just saw that Hercules is also providing their own premium upgrade fader drop-in. Do you have any insights and how does it compare to the innofader upgrade?
@@clarencedickenson47 I got word back from support. The Hercules version has more robust rails to take on heavier use. They didn’t mention anything about cutting performance, so I think I’m going to skip the Hercules version and buy the Innofader one since Mojaxx already put his approval on it.
Probably not my cup of tea, but I love how the Innofader upgrade transparent version has the markings on the under side to reduce wear and tear. Alas I guess that is just for the first 100 buyers? Still seems neat, maybe similar designs will percolate elsewhere.
@@Zebsta85 I would wait, I'm not totally sure but I don't think the Rane One has dedicated stem buttons like the T7 if that's important to you. I'm sure they are working on it. Do you know if you have serato pro already will it work on the t7 or any other serato device? Like if I buy Serato Pro to use on my pioneer SB3, can I use it on the T7 if I get one?
Just like the Rane One, Pioneer DDJ-Rev7, Rev1 and Rev5 the Hercules Impulse T7 is mainly targeting the Hip-Hop/scratch/Turntablist DJs and those type of DJs never really need more than 2 Channels, that's why all DJ mixers made for scratch DJs have always been 2-channel mixers, that's been the case since I got into DJing in 1995 and I'm pretty sure that dates back to the early 1990's and late 1980's... I'm no professional turntablist but I know I never needed more than 2 channels when cutting up doubles of classic hip-hop beats and classic old school breakbeats, so 4 channels would just be raising the cost of the unit and taking up room in the mixer section for scratch DJs who don't need 4-channels.
@@DJDAMIAN72 maybe it’s too much of a niche market for it to be worth it for them. I play 90s hip hop and also play dance music. RP7000 and a quattro does it for me lol.
Can you do something to show the back spin washers for this item? I just purchased this in the back spin is subpar to me, but I would love to have it better.
Hope they make this compatible with Djay AI!! 🙏🏽🙏🏽
It’s compatible now! This is the reason why I finally pulled the trigger on this controller
@@ramblingram3662 I know just heard!! Finally!! Lol it’s over for Serato lol
Innofader is the absolute t*ts. They continue to provide premium options for the most beloved mixers around. Their product list is crazy and their customer service is top tier. #Legends
Hercules makes a upgrade fader too! It's $79 shipped plus it comes with a gold metal faceplate.
Great to see how easy it is to swap out! Will definitely pick one up next year for smaller gigs!
Easier to Travel Gig with than the Rev7 in my experience. Happy to see this enhancement!
So cool! Santa might be dropping this off this year 🔥🎅😎🎅🔥😎🎅🔥🎅😎
Damn that’s hella dope I can’t wait
OOH I really have bad G.A.S. Don't need but really want.
I love it. Puts my hacked jog vision to shame, innofader and all.
Great Upgrade 🔥🖤🙏
I might wait for the next product in line. Hopefully it will be a pro level controller.
Great video. Thanks for sharing.
I've spent the last month with the T7 and can confirm the upgrade is absolutely incredible, as well as the platters from 12inchskinz. I love the ability to go some melodic scratching in a way not available with my vinyl setup but with that vinyl feel.
Nice choice on the Blue Radial!
Very thoughtful from Innofader. Nice. Perfect upgrade
you could help people get in shape and be a billionaire. never seen anything like this before. great progress congratulations.
I got the t7 for xmass as a gift. I'm loving it so far. I'm definitely upgrading the faders. But it's a very good unit. A+ to Hercules.
Does it feel like a plastic toy or well built
@@ignoranceisnotatrend4669 it feels like a pro controller. Especially after the upgrades.
I hope someone sells it in the EU otherwise i have to pay usd 60,- shipping costs
That would be a total of 235,- 🤯🤯🤯
I'm a beginner in the world of djs ; I've been in the music business for over a decade as a music engineer and producer ; my question is this : for a beginner like me, is there a big difference with basic faders ?
I walk out for break and I see a new Mojaxx upload... Couldn't ask for anything more lol
If you don't have the innofader option you can fit shims in the left and right hand side of the fader slot to get it within 0.5mm, this has worked on every fader I've ever owned.
Old school heads know what's up
Yep it just looks an awesome value for money bit of kit and I really hope it’s a sales success !
Where did you get that naughty by nature skins
This sounds like more work and money than budgeted!
Preordered and have custom slipmats and vinyl for it.
compraria uma sem duvida ainda mais pelo custo e beneficios
I love this T7
Mojaxx with more-tec
Can't find preorder links anywhere. Hopefully soon
The two things that let me down on this controller are the lack of an aux input and no booth outputs. Even if those two things added an extra $100, it would still be worth it.
@@djstuc True, but that is just more gear, cables, and points of failure, when it could have all been just built in.
I was ready and primed to get the REV 5 but the T7 doe's have to be considered. Even with the fader upgrade you will still be saving just shy of £200 compared to the REV 5. REV 5 at the moment all i can think is a plus is the mic talkover which helps massively with my podcasts and the dual laptop connection. Thank you for the review and the choice dilemma. 🤔🙂
Yeah, I'm on the fence between the T7 and the Rev 5. The pad placement is what make me prefer the Rev 5.
Get the Rev 5. This thing is 11 pnds it is extremely light weight and there’s hardly any backspin torque to this thing at all. My right fx lever had build quality issues so it’s going back. I will note the platters do feel nice and very responsive but not comparable to a direct-drive motor. I couldn’t trust it at a live gig but would be cool for home use. Honest opinion
Its can also use in virtual dj
Dope addition to what so far seems to be a dope DJ controller!
By the way, the actual cost of the unit will be more than $700 after 2 very important additions to it, one is the Innofader kit mentioned here for $150 but the other very important addition is the software upgrade from the inferior Serato DJ Lite to the superior Serato DJ Pro for $250..... so that's $700 + $250 + $150 = $1100, the same exact price as the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5, which in my opinion will be it's main competition since they are both targeting hip-hop/scratch/turntablist DJs.
I'm looking forward to upcoming videos of the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5 versus the Hercules Impulse T7, two very dope DJ controllers for $1100 after upgrades! :)
Rev 5 don’t have motorized platters though. Also today guitar center has %20 off which I used to buy it today.
@@djnes2k7 Yeah the Rev5 doesn't have motorized platters but it is a battle style controller with big jog wheels, a good quality scratch crossfader and the full version of Serato DJ Pro and it cost $1100, the same price of the Impulse T7 after upgrading the crossfader to a good quality scratch crossfader (innofader) and after upgrading to the full version of Serato DJ Pro, that's why I say these 2 dope DJ controllers are each other's best competition, plus they obviously can't compete against the Rane One and the Rev7 which cost a lot more with more pro features / more bells & whistles.
I myself will most likely be getting the Hercules Impulse T7 (fully upgraded) or the Pioneer DDJ-Rev5 (stock), they both look like dope Serato controllers for $1100! 👍
You should have serato pro bought the second you start djing, that shouldn’t count towards the total cost. That’s a guarantee. Total cost for me was $875 all in with a warranty and innofaders. Also this is better than the rev7 so far after a few days of use.
thanks for the reviews that always come through with the key information thay we all need! Keep pumping out the great content!
Keep in mind also, if you don't already have a Serato DJ Pro license you'll need that too ($249 US). Add it all together and you'd probably find a Rane One either second hand or on sale for not much more. I'd probably still go with the better built Rane One.
I hadn't thought about this. Under these conditions it is not worth buying this console...
Serato dj pro is unlocked when using a rane one, but that's it. To use any other controller, you'd still need to buy a serato dj pro licence. I'd say you are better buying the hercules t7 and serato dj pro. That way you'll always have a serato licence no matter what controller you pick in the future.
The Rane One includes a Serato Pro license, and is totally compatible with DJay Pro AI and Virtual DJ.
Second hand prices for the Rane One are almost the same as the T7’s nib price… it’s honestly a touch choice between the two.
The only real rub is going to be when Rane releases a One v2 with proper battle mixer layout and stems integration
Knob upgrade with some Alps knob faders???? what.....
I’m ready to buy
Definitely on the shopping list 😊
They should all controllers easy to replace faders
If it had an Aux input, I will buy right away. They removed the Aux inputs the 500 had. Why?
I just ordered one of these and can’t wait!! Would you have a link to get custom 7” discs on top for scratching?
I just saw that Hercules is also providing their own premium upgrade fader drop-in. Do you have any insights and how does it compare to the innofader upgrade?
Anyone got any info on this ?
@@clarencedickenson47 I got word back from support. The Hercules version has more robust rails to take on heavier use. They didn’t mention anything about cutting performance, so I think I’m going to skip the Hercules version and buy the Innofader one since Mojaxx already put his approval on it.
I'm thinking to buy this hardware, but I was waiting for inno fader upgrade..... Now is out. So let's upgrade it 😊
Probably not my cup of tea, but I love how the Innofader upgrade transparent version has the markings on the under side to reduce wear and tear. Alas I guess that is just for the first 100 buyers? Still seems neat, maybe similar designs will percolate elsewhere.
What about djuced dynamic beat grid? stil dont have that update?
Oh man. I'm so ready for T7. I enjoy the inplus 500 and the starlight from Hercules. Oh is going to be add to my rotation asap.
im on it
Is it possible to switch the crossfader outside of the software. via shortcut or something?
THATS WHY I LIKE AND RESPECT YOU MOJACX YOU REALLY BRING BRILLIANT STUFF
Could you please compare the innofader to the premium fader from Hercules? The innofader is to expensive in Europe 😔. 🙏
can the xlrs handle a club without external mixer ?
definitely looking forward to adding this to my controller arsenal
💯💪🏾
+ $300 for Serato DJ Pro = $1150
And this is my problem. So why not take the Rane one
@@Zebsta85 I would wait, I'm not totally sure but I don't think the Rane One has dedicated stem buttons like the T7 if that's important to you. I'm sure they are working on it. Do you know if you have serato pro already will it work on the t7 or any other serato device? Like if I buy Serato Pro to use on my pioneer SB3, can I use it on the T7 if I get one?
You’ve got to hope this sells well. I would like to see a 4 channel with platters for £1000 ish
or standalone
Just like the Rane One, Pioneer DDJ-Rev7, Rev1 and Rev5 the Hercules Impulse T7 is mainly targeting the Hip-Hop/scratch/Turntablist DJs and those type of DJs never really need more than 2 Channels, that's why all DJ mixers made for scratch DJs have always been 2-channel mixers, that's been the case since I got into DJing in 1995 and I'm pretty sure that dates back to the early 1990's and late 1980's... I'm no professional turntablist but I know I never needed more than 2 channels when cutting up doubles of classic hip-hop beats and classic old school breakbeats, so 4 channels would just be raising the cost of the unit and taking up room in the mixer section for scratch DJs who don't need 4-channels.
@@DJDAMIAN72 maybe it’s too much of a niche market for it to be worth it for them. I play 90s hip hop and also play dance music. RP7000 and a quattro does it for me lol.
I received mine today 9-21-23
Anyone knows how to actually set up those cutting distances ??
I mean how adjust them ??
$175 for the innofader 😒
I preordered 1. I don’t when the actual release date is in the us…………….still waiting.
Supposed to been sept 12. But who knows
Hopefully you can answer this and/or find out if there will be a fader upgrade for the numark mixstream series of controllers?
?
Can I use it with virtual dj
Awesome
Thank you
First 😂 btw my t7 its on its way fowm Germany
Holla at us at Innofader!
Can you do something to show the back spin washers for this item? I just purchased this in the back spin is subpar to me, but I would love to have it better.
try butter rugs or slicker slipmats
12 inch skinz, the washer comes with their platters if you order them @djrobgons2112
🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
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If they make the tone arm mods for this to play 45s on it I'll be all over this 100%
They can’t. it’s a controller with no audio inputs so it can’t act as a standalone mixer like the Rane one.
@@themainman3900 bummer, good to know.
Does it work with Traktor 3?
Judging by what he said, I’m guessing that’s a no. Get away from traktor! Just kidding. But not really 😏
Controller needs a price drop to 400