Hercules DJ Control Starlight - Best Micro Controller of 2018?!
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- Опубліковано 29 вер 2024
- Finally got my hands on the Hercules DJ Control Starlight. Amazing Micro Controller that's Serato DJ ready with built-in soundcard, vinyl mode and dedicated filter fx knob. Could this be the Best Micro Controller of 2018?!
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You just helped me get my husband V-Day gift!! THANK YOU
What sold me was the 1. wheel. 2. lights. 3 Cross fader, and 4. the pitch control length. Starlight also plays video in Serato pro!!! I got it back when it was $89! Didn't come with samples though, mine. Love my plan "b" controller/practice and to do cue point set up.
Like stated, it would have been great to have the search nob for songs, but use the short-cut keys to insert the songs: for left deck is - Shift& Left Arrow and Shift Right Arrow for right deck. Also, use Ctrl F to go to search window. To go back to song pane, TAB. To eject a song from each deck use: Shift&Alt and Right arrow for right deck and left Arrow for Left deck. Use the arrow keys to search songs up and down. Or get more short-cut keys in the Help Menu in Serato.
These above, are the keys that I used when I don't want or can't use a mouse. It's easy to use and go around any negative Starlight may have. This, Starlight from Hercules, is the best portable controller!
Just got mine in. Its hefty and solid. The knobs are full size too and the fader isn't stupid like the DJ2GO2, but again, if they stretched it longer they could have bigger jogs
Hi, my friend, I have been following your videos, very cool and I notice that you like Hercules Dj and I also love this brand. It is super recommendable !!!!! Congratulations"!!!!!!!
"You had me at Bass! You had me at Bass!" Seriously though, I literally just got the DJ2Go2 yesterday, and instantly knew that I made the wrong decision. It just felt so cheap and flimsy in real life, as opposed to the videos where it looks decent. One thing I totally forgot while ordering the DJ2Go2, was the complete lack of equalizers - especially the lows (bass) which I use quite frequently during transitions. So with all that in mind, I accidentally stumbled upon this video. Needless to say, I immediately went on Amazon, hit "return article", and ordered the Hercules DJ Control Starlight!
Extremely helpful video thanks! Helped me choose my son's birthday present.
How's the controller holding up? Im thinking of getting my little the same thing.
love it. still rocking hard to this day!
Awesome review man put my mind at ease seeing as I just bought a starlight online and I'm waiting for it's arrival 😁
thanks for watching! I'm glad you found the review helpful.
Did you get it yet? If so, how is it?
You can scratch with the DJ2GO2 if you use Virtual DJ 8 or 2018. It works just fine. It's the Serato software that doesn't let you scratch. I happen to like the VDJ better than Serato.
thanks for that info. I'm sure other users would be able to find this helpful. 👍
I use both vdj and sdj but I noticed that there a slight lag on dj2go2 scratch on vdj Once you release the jog it doesn't catch up with timing which defeats the purpose. If 8t works well for you and you know a trick to fix this I would be grateful if you can share as I use this little monster often for house parties
love this controller! thanks for unboxing... do you have a list of micro controllers that are class compliant with touch jogwheels by any chance? 🙄 i want to dj with touch jogwheels on ios etc. thanks!
Awesome review! Thanks
I knew there had to be a mini controller better than the numark and the original hercules. This starlight is my choice for portable mini controller. And for around $80, it's a no brainer. Thanks for the review!
Love it!
I just recently got mine & I enjoy it as a DJ.
Easy setup when on the go or just to make mixes when needed.
#gamechanger
What about a browser and load controls? Does it have them?
It doesn’t come with load buttons or a browser function, but overall it’s a great controller
Have you seen the vid? 24:12
Does it have search like to build search on your folders on Serato
if you mean file management through the controller, no. Maybe you can midi map a function to your liking but as defaulted, no.
What r the plugs u using . Need sum pictures anf names of the plugs
Does it support virtual DJ?
it looks like it does. i haven't tried it but it's in the virtual dj site as a supported controller.
Doe sit work with android laptops
I don't know. There's been new developments since I did this review. I would recommend going to the Hercules website for the latest news.
@@djawtkazt ok thank you
Been really wanting this for fun/backup, and this video just confirms it for me. Thanks for the review!!
I don’t even. want to use my dj2go after seeing this.....man!
Thanks for the review, specially the comparison between the 3 controllers. Those are the 3 controllers I was looking to buy and I couldn't decide which one until I saw you're review. Definitely helped me make a decision
Thanks for the awesome review!
What is the tempo adjustment range on this controller? Is there a way you can adjust the tempo range on the controller? For Example, (if i wanna speed up a song by raising the bpm to +12), can this be done?
i think you will have to midi map this
Awesome... just purchased... perfect for Wedding Ceremonies... or family "free-jay" events... LOL
Ordered this little boy thanks to your video and going to receive it by tomorrow.. Will keep futur readers updated to let know if it's as amazing as it looks like :)
I picked up one of these and an thoroughly enjoying it. Not my primary controller, but it's a wonderful little controller for small uses. I've been using it with MIXXX and the one thing I like the most is that it's the only one of these micro controllers that gives any kind of EQ control. For me, being able to control the bass is more important than a knob to go through my library. I also like that there's a decent amount of range for the pitch controls.
Totally worth the money either for a beginner or for someone experienced who needs just a tiny backup like this. If you're not about the EQ's, then this probably isn't for you. However, for me having any kind of EQ control is more vital. I'm even considering remapping the base filter for the mids.
Glad you did all the minis. Was looking for exactly this type of video. thank you
Thanks for this unboxing, i have just done my order that was in sale for about 65 bucks 👍💪 thank you so much bro !
That's awesome! Enjoy!
I was comparing the Dj2go2 and this Hercules starlight and you explained well the pros and cons in this video so I will go for Starlight and vinyl mode is more important than browsing mode on Dj2go2. Thanks and you owned a sub!
SOLD!!!! The function I was looking for is to setup cues (moving the platter back) while the playing. Time to get rid of my DJ2Go2. Thanks.
Great review! Thanks for help. I was deciding between Hercules Dj Starlight and DJ2go2 and now I am sure which one I am gonna take. #gamechanger
I'll probably pick this up. I have the Hercules DJ Compact and was waiting for the built-in sound card and jog wheel sensitivity capability. To Browse: Mapped the shift and jog wheel to scroll through my tracks; Load Track: Mapped the Shift and Play button.
i love it. like i said, it's the best of both worlds between the dj control compact and the dj2go2.
My sound card must be broken my numark is much louder. I'm sending mine back it is basically junk with a third of the sound of the numark.
The best comparison video I've seen by far of micro controllers. Made my decision for me, thanks!
that's what i was gonna say , no loading button...and... the hot key function might help. thanks, u just solve this problem for me.
I can't understand why they didn't use the rubberised pads, unless it was purely to save on cost. But tbh I'd happily pay more for a high quality small controller. Iho, the Starlight is ALMOST there. It has the features, now just tighten up the materials.
basically same as the control compact but it includes master / headphone volume and smaller jog wheels
Great review!!! I’m lookin for a mini controller for travel. Cheers parè!!!
Salamat! Enjoy!
Thanks Man!!! I wish they would make these things a wee bit longer from end to end for bigger jogs but still im ordering mine now!!!
Definitely getting rid of my Numark DJ2Go2. This is exactly what I'm looking for!!
same here. im going to sell mine to get the Hercules
141/5000
Controller very useful even if it is necessary to have a backup unit. It works perfectly even with Virtualdj 2018
your video made me order it, thanks
love it. getting one. 10:12.
Is it good for beginners because i am looking to buy
It's good for DJ's of all levels of experience. Specially beginners.
Thanks it is coming on friday 😀
I have both dj2go2 and dj control compact, I love the build quality of the "compact", but it doesn't have headphone or master ports! I fixed this issue buying the tracker cable splitter.
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can you control the bass?
Yes you can!
I bought the dj2go2 and returned it a day later. wish I had seen this before I did, I could have spent wiser
ser paanu ni loload ung kanta,na ka2lad sa dj2go meron ba yan naghahanap ako ng review kung paanu ni loload ung kanta..
Wala sa controller. Sa MBP ko, shift+arrow left o kaya shift +arrow right ang ginagawa ko para magload ng kanta.
Thanks for the good rundown! I'm checkin for a decent micro controller for small parties.
What about the Hercules glow? i cant find any good reviews about it on youtube
Hi there, thinking of getting either this or the Numark. He's a kid, but wants to try DJing. Also what do you recommend so I can hook up a mic to this for him? Appreciate your reply.
Thanks for watching. Between the new Numark DJ2GO2 Touch and this device, it's very comparable so either one would be able to meet your needs. It'll all come down to pricing and availability. Now the downside with these micro controllers is that they are not equipped to accept microphone inputs so you might have to invest on another device such as a small external mixer in order to do that.
Here's one option to consider: amzn.to/3qycfFs ($39.99 at the time of posting)
Here's another: amzn.to/2LiVazk ($49.99 at the time of posting)
Basically, you'll plug in the Numark or the Hercules to this mixer, you'll also plug in your microphone to this mixer. Then the output of this mixer is what you plug in to your amplifier/speakers. This will allow you to plug in a mic or two plus the Hercules/Numark so it'll function just like the bigger, more expensive controllers.
That would be the least expensive but still very future proof way to approach what you're trying to do. Hope this info helps!
Is it worth it paying extra to get this over the numark dj2go2? I know they are the same price but in my country i eighter have to order it on amazon for 115 dollars with shipping and fees or pay 100 euros on a Bulgarian site. For the dj2go2 the price is retail plus 2 euros for shipping.... So do you think its worth it?
it all depends on your mixing style. If the features I pointed out isn't really a deal breaker for you, then I'll just focus on the price as the determining factor on which one to pick. Fundamentally, they're very close so either one will be a fine choice as long as it works with your mixing style.
Great Review!!
Any other Micro Controller that has upstaged this? I'm looking for something like the Starlight but with the added Library Control feature. That would seal the deal for me.
What about the Pioneer DDJ-200? ... Of course it's bigger & works on Iphone only right now ... but would like your views?
Haven't come across one that can beat it.
I just picked the Hercules DJ controller but I have only YOU.DJ as an application for my laptop. I'm struggling with mapping this to it. Should I get another program for this instead that isn't pricey ?
Why not use the native software that came with it - Serato DJ Lite? Works great with it and it's free with three controller?
I understand that you can scratch with the controller, but is the jogwheels touch sensitive? if not, the jogwheels are almost the same as Numark Edge controller.
Yes , the jogwheels are touch sensitve, so you can stop the track by touching them on top. unlike the Numark DJ2go2 or the PartyMix that do not have any touch detection.
Jog wheels are touch sensitive.
not sure by what you mean as touch sensitive. but basically when you turn on vinyl mode, it lets you stop/start the song by pressing down on the jogdial and also lets you scratch. with the vinyl mode off, the jogdial works like a pitch bend.
S.P. Entertainment - Rob Awtkazt, LLC the Touch Sensitive jogwheels are like the same as all other controllers. If you touch the jogwheels, it will stop the music until you let go. Its like most regular controllers.
with that definition, then yes. it is touch sensitive.
Do you happen to know if this works in DJuced or Virtual DJ? Tried skimming through the comments so I didn't have to ask, but couldn't find anything in a reasonable amount of time. Thanks for your time.
not sure about djuced but virtual dj has it listed as a supported hardware
This was the exact kinda video i was looking for. Thanks for comparing all of them
thank you for watching!
Agreed good comparison video
Thank you sir , great comparison ,can you please tell us if this wonderful machine is natively supported with virtual dj 8, thanks with regards
I'm not sure since I'm not really familiar with VDJ8.
@S.P Entertainment, you still rockin with the Hercules DJ Controller ?? How's it going ??
Hell yeah. Still love it. I got it setup at my home office so when I take breaks, I can slip in a quick session here and there.
Can i use it in my virtual dj on my destop..planning to buy this one..but i dont know what app to use when i get it..thanks in advance
Best bet is to hit up their website for the latest updates in app compatibility and functionality.
Hello, thank you for this video. I think I'm gonna buy it, do you know if I will be able to use it with Djay on my ipad mini? Thanks
Not sure about djay since I haven't tried it yet.
Okay thanks, do you know an iPad app that will surely work? Thanks :)
the blue one is the wrost without pitch control fader !
Hey great review bro love from India....hey does this support virtual DJ
Not really sure.
this controller is as dope as this review! all functionalities tackled. I agree that it has addressed the issues of numark dj2go2 and herculles idj icon. if there's something i want to see is if it has the ability to do an instant double.
It can. It's in the serato settings. Just click the checkbox.
S.P. Entertainment - Rob Awtkazt, LLC alright thanks man!!!!
Good video. So can you bend to match beats when it is in scratch mode?
Thanks for asking. Made me try it just now since you got me curious and YES it does when you nudge on the side of the jog dial.
Wow!! You can use Serato Dj Pro with it? Was it hard to download the software?
Yup. I was using Serato DJ Pro in the video. Just download it like you normally do at their site.
Awesome vid! Will the Starlight connect to my iPhone8?
Not sure
Any Idea if this will work with older versions of serato DJ? My OS is too old for Lite & Pro I still use scratch live and haven't gone past OS 10.9 yet lol
*SOLD*
Really great reviews. Very informative. Thank you! I'm looking to buy my son a micro controller setup and plan to buy him a Starlight (thanks to you). We are having a small Christmas house party that he wants to DJ. He's got a lot of learning to do before I consider investing in a full DJ setup. I'm thinking a couple of quality monitor speakers to round out the "learning" setup that would also be powerful enough to DJ the Christmas party. I've got the computer already and I'm planning to buy the Starlight. Can you tell me what you would recommend to round out the setup or point me to a place where I can read/learn more about what is required?
Looks like you've got a 3.5mm to dual female RCA splitter in the output of the Starlight leading to your speakers. Are you using powered monitor speakers?
Is this how you are setup?
PC/Laptop 3.5mm output > Starlight 3.5mm input > Starlight 3.5mm output > RCA splitter > monitor speakers
Something like this to interface the speakers with the controller?
www.zoro.com/monoprice-35mm-s-plug-to-rca-jack-x2-splitter-7189/i/G4473594/
Could a beginner DJ get the job done with these PA speakers if he's just doing house parties and small auditoriums?
www.amazon.com/Rockville-RPG122K-Powered-Speakers-Bluetooth/dp/B00M3LQLQQ/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1543523177&sr=8-2&keywords=RPG122K
if you're going to plug it into monitors, make sure that you get a powered one. otherwise, you'll need to have an amplifier to power the speakers. you'll need a pair of headphones of course. might need to invest in some sort of adapter in order to plug in a 1/8" plug from the controller into the speaker (or amplifier). you can also look into some record pools like bpmsupreme.com and promo only to get legit music for your collection. your local music store like guitar center, sam ash, etc. also has great resources in making sure you have your basic necessities in place. good luck on the party and thanks for watching! make sure to subscribe as well as we have more DJ related topics in the pipeline for 2019.
actually the laptop just plugs in to the usb, no need for a 3.5mm connector into the starlight.
for the output, i just have a 3.5mm splitter that goes into the speakers
the plug splitter that you listed from monoprice is similar to what i'm using. i would really recommend something not as bulky like this though:
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or this one:
amzn.to/2QeAB8M
with regards to the speaker, the link you provided from rockville is a good starter for house parties but for small auditoriums, i don't think it'll be sufficient. the acoustics for bigger open spaces including small auditoriums would require 15" speakers at a minimum if you're not going to use a subwoofer and even that might stretch its capabilities to the max if you're going to be playing music for people to dance to. if that's what you're looking to do, you might want to start considering these options below:
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or
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or
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or
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again, open spaces tend to suck the bass out of your speakers so i would also recommend hitting your local music store to demo the speakers first to make sure you know exactly how they're going to sound at high volumes.
Seeing as the pitch slider is fairly useless due to its length and most people will use sync anyway why not midi map pitch sliders to channel volumes on the dj2go2?
Great stuff brother... This is the definitive on point review. You managed to explain the advantages of this micro controller from a working DJ's workflow perspective which is exactly what we need to know. Everyone else can just pack up and go home LOL... I own the DJ2GO2 and you've sold me on the new Hercules.... Much success to you and the channel... peace !
Thanks, boss! I appreciate the feedback. Thanks again for watching.
Love it got it
nice review, thanks! how do i turn the LED lights off though?
Go to Settings in Serato (Gearbox), Mixer Tab, under "lighting control" use the drop down arrow and select "off"
In Serto, go to: Setup --> Mixer --> Lighting Control
You'll see a drop down that lets you select how you want the LED's to behave (including turning them off).
found what im looking for! :) i hope its available here in the Philippines
Check mo yung link sa video description. Amazon might ship to Pinas. Ebay too, I think. Baka meron din sa MOA.
S.P. Entertainment - Rob Awtkazt, LLC thank you so much! sabi na nga ba pinoy ka eh! based on the icon you are using sa youtube. anyways yan ang plano ko either amazon or ebay. shipping nalang ang issue. dope next episode routine btw bro!!!
Big ups to OP but on some real shit when he hits the 4button on the left (SE button) did it reset both sides of the table..? Im new
Around what time in the video are you referring to?
hercules ve the numark party mix?
i personally haven't gotten a chance to play with the party mix by numark but in essence, it's comparable to the hercules except that it has a bigger footprint and has built in lights in it. i'm still not a fan of having to cycle through the pad mode as opposed to being able to go straight to the pad mode that I want so that's a strike against the numark for me. it's also not as small as the hercules which is one of the main reason i preferred the hercules so i can take it anywhere specially in flights where space on a carry on is pretty much a premium.
Great Review Man
only thing you didnt show is how it blends, it is touch reactive, nice enough to kind reminds me of vinyl, but at the same point not
Blending is pretty standard. The fader curves are adjustable through serato anyway.
@@djawtkazt how?
Blends are flawless on some instances you filter down or Bass down. But for the price it's something good on the Plane office or setting up cue points and I don't have mess with my Pioneer sz. The only thing they want you to pay $39 for the full version of Serato lite. If someone out there know how to use Serato Pro please share!!!!!
@dj matrix - in the context of Serato DJ Pro, while you have your controller plugged in, you hit the settings button (gear icon) on the top right part of the screen (next to the help icon). Once in the settings screen, look for the Mixer tab and there's where you'll find the parameters you can change for the mic, crossfader, upfader, monitoring, EQ, Output and Lighting Control
@Roger Richardson - if you wait patiently, you might come across Serato's promo sales around November where you get their software at half off.
How did you get serato pro to work
I have a license for it so it was just plug and play.
you have to buy an upgrade license so another 250 bucks. There is no way around it
amazing
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Great review.
thanks for watching!
Can you record
The software the it comes with (Serato DJ Lite), I don't think you can. The software I'm using is Serato DJ Pro so it gives me that option to record. For what it's worth, the Serato DJ Suite is currently 50% at the Serato website for Black Friday. That's a hell of a lot of Serato goodies (video, sample packs, fx packs, dvs, etc.) for half the price. Might be worth looking at as well.
@@djawtkazt Great video. Really appreciate how you compared all three similar controllers. I purchased the dj2go and I have to admit I don't like "Pad Mode" and having to scroll through "Auto" to "Manual" to "Samples" and then back to "Cue" . Also can't get over the toyish feel to it. Gonna have to return and exchange for this Starlite! Thanks again!
i agree, didn't like that as well. good luck on the purchase and thanks for watching!
What is recommended for master out
in terms of cabling to connect the device to an output source like speakers?
Dose it work with Serato DJ Pro???
Yup. I was using Serato DJ Pro in the video.
What did you do to get it to work with serato pro
Great video!
Functioned on android?
No idea. I stick with Serato DJ Pro in my MBP.
@@djawtkazt thanks
I think it works with djay
i don't care :v