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any more info on this ?
 

发表时间 Tue 09 Aug 05 @ 5:31 pm
I've been trying to find out the release date but have had no luck. I do plan on buying it when it is released.

Peace

JumpinJim
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 4:02 am
arjunaPRO InfinityMember since 2004
I've done a little research with Copernic and found very few infos from www.djconsole.net (a new site, as it seems), here they are:

"16-08-2005
New DJ Controllers Slated for Launch Autumn 2005
Hercules has been listening to what the punters want and will be launching the DJ Console MK2 this autumn. You will be able to mix digital music and vinyl! More details later this month.

Hercules is also lanching an entry level unit, the DJ Control MP3, which will allow anybody who fancies a go at digital DJing the chance to do so for an unbelievably modest outlay. Watch this space for more info."
( http://www.djconsole.net/News.aspx )

By the way, the release date of the seems to be September 15, but it's only a rumor i think.
And... sorry, but there aren't (yet) images of the console... :(


Ciao!! :)
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 7:46 am
Thanks for the info. When you said it was to be relased in the autumn I was like man that is so far away then I realized that we are near the end of August and as such autumn is in a few weeks. hehehe

I guess if it is released on September 15th I won't have to wait too much longer. Is it possible to pre-order it?

Peace

JumpinJim
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 3:45 pm
bagpussPRO InfinityMember since 2003
Not in English, lol.

Soon, very soon.
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 4:16 pm
arjunaPRO InfinityMember since 2004
Well, there's a german site that already sells it at the price of €211,29 including VAT.
Here's the link to the shop: http://www.grosche.de/src/index.php?key=artlfdnr&val=211327&referer=chip

This is what they claim:
"Product: Hercules - DJ CONSOLE MK2 USB
Availability: Is ordered - will arrive soon
Date of Delivery: 27.09.2005"


But, as the other 1-2 sellers that I found, no images or details... I remember when the DJC was released the last year, Hercules didn't said anything about it, they only teased the audience by presenting a new device covered by a white cloth... and many persons thought that it was a video card until the release date :)

From my personal point of view, even if i surely dislike this lack of infos by Hercules, I have to admit that it's a serious marketing strategy, that brings you a product only when it's ready to be released... more serious than Behringer that claims by months and months the release of their BCD2000... and probably will take a kick in the @$$ from Hercules ;)


Ciao!! :)
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 5:10 pm
bagpussPRO InfinityMember since 2003
This is soposed to be the Hercules DJC mk2

http://sam2k4.free.fr/djconsole/DjConsoleMK2.jpg

I think it's accurate, but some claim it's a "fake", might be, but at such a simular prices and entitled the "mk2", I doubt it would be much different.

When you observe the picture properly, it does seem the build quality has been improved.
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 5:32 pm
download that file and look into header:
....Ducky .... !Adobe....

and Lokk carefully on the sign, it's really a little wrong rotated, but maybe that's because of prototype thing :-)
 

发表时间 Tue 23 Aug 05 @ 6:19 pm
arjunaPRO InfinityMember since 2004
HERCULES REINFORCES ITS POSITION IN THE WORLD OF DIGITAL MUSIC
A unique new product range, from professional DJing to musical fun for everyone!



Hercules, Rennes, October 13, 2005 – Hercules, the computer entertainment specialist, revolutionized the world of DJing when it invented the DJ Console (a portable, dual-deck digital mixing controller for PC) two years ago. The DJ Console met with and continues to experience great success among amateur and semi-professional DJs alike.

Buoyed by this achievement and by the expertise it has acquired, today Hercules is expanding its offerings in the hip and festive world of digital music with the launch of three unique new products.


"The explosion in the popularity of MP3s, laptop computers and high-speed Internet, together with our new line of music products, opens up incredible possibilities for self-expression for everyone," explains Claude Guillemot, CEO of the Guillemot Corporation Group, owner of the Hercules brand name.


The DJ Control MP3 and Karaoke Console represent the easiest way in the world for anyone to satisfy their desires and dreams of mixing music and singing, for get-togethers where good times are guaranteed. At the same time, Hercules is reinforcing its position in the mobile DJing equipment market with the launch of the DJ Console Mk2, a more professional and even higher-performance version of the original DJ Console.


DJ Console Mk2: The totally versatile mixing controller.



For advanced DJs and mobile DJs in particular, or for young DJing fans, Hercules has created the DJ Console Mk2, a more professional version of the first DJ Console. Compact and portable, the DJ Console Mk2 is a dual-deck controller for mixing MP3s on a PC, and features integrated audio. When connected to a laptop computer, it can accompany a DJ anywhere. The major innovation of the DJ Console Mk2 is that it multiplies the possibilities for DJs by mastering the art of MP3 mixing while also integrating itself into the analog equipment used by DJs. The unit has been designed so that two vinyl turntables, CD players or MP3 players can be connected to it. DJ Console Mk2 will be launched in mid-October 2005 at a suggested retail price of €249.90, VAT included.


Integral press release => http://europe.hercules.com/read.php?swcty=UK&id=629

This seems to be a real Mk2 photo => http://aka.fotovista.com/dev/3/1/03090013/l_03090013.jpg

Thanks to andymdj for the news on the italian forum


Ciao!! :)
 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 12:06 pm
apopsisdjPRO InfinitySenior staffMember since 2003
This is just marketing bul....t
Someone has to tell us the truth: if the terrible and unreliable buttons are fixed in the new version. From the photo it seems to be the same...
This was the ONLY reason i sold mine at the first month of purchase.
 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 1:26 pm
arjunaPRO InfinityMember since 2004
Yeah.. and it seems that the only innovation is an improved wiring connectivity on the back... and a new plastic chassis ;)


Ciao!! :)
 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 3:27 pm
bagpussPRO InfinityMember since 2003
Pre-Release Review

Assumed good points:
Nice new chunkier jogs.
what seems to look like better build quality.
better sliders.
extra knob on the front.
Looks more proffsional.

Assumed bad points:
Jogs still too close to fader.
knobs still appear amateur.
Buttons look the same (will the play button work now?).
If you want to use timecode It would be cheaper to just buy the soundcard.


Overall: Looks better, seems to be only a re-vamp of the original (hence the MK2), supports timecode a major plus.

Preview rating: 4/5
 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 7:01 pm
 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 10:46 pm
okay I found out that with djconsole mk2 there will be VDJ 2 supplied
and with mp3 control there will be "Virtual DJ"


Can someone provide more info on this from the dev team ?

Will that be Version 3 without video and locked to HDJC mk2 hardware

by this I mean that improvements in stability done in 3.1 will be inside this special version?

 

发表时间 Mon 17 Oct 05 @ 11:24 pm
bagpussPRO InfinityMember since 2003
This console does look like a nice improvement I must say, ultimately it will depend on VDJ's support, how the jog movements are interpreted by the software.

The question on my mind is: Will existing Hercules users (me included) be tempted to rush out and buy this new model??.

Me, I'm not sure.., I may go for timecoded CD and use a standard Maya or simular.
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 12:15 am
apopsisdjPRO InfinitySenior staffMember since 2003
Don't forget, hercules is not alone now... (behringer)
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 2:53 am
DJ CyderPRO InfinityModeratorMember since 2003
this thing is the real deal, I got a chance to meet with the herc rep at the last show, as usual I girlled her with questions of the new design. I got imporvements were made all around, including a 2+2 sound card this means it takes the place of the maya44 :) which should make many users happy. We will get a test drive in vegas I'm told.
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 6:47 am
hi guys wonder if u can help want to go to digital mixing but not sure which controller to get, the hurcules or the behringer, could any one please advice the best of the two. i will be using it for work in pubs and clubs,
Thanks David
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 11:14 am
acw_djPRO InfinitySenior staffMember since 2005
Personally, I don't like the pitch control in a knob, I like it in slider form. I prefer the slider be the pitch control and the pitch knob be the volume.

As far I see, only the 2 sound card is real the improvement. I hold on to see the Behringer come out.
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 5:05 pm
Ive ordered the Behringer. Should be out at the beginning of next month (fingers crossed). I do love my little DJ console though. To be honest with you, I think the DJ Console MK2 looks like a rehash of the last one. All the buttons and lay out look the same. I dont think the new one looks very pro. Still looks very Fisher Price.

If you have a spare £1500 then you might want to have a look at this baby. You wont find finer.

http://www.xone.co.uk/3d.htm

Allen and Heath... Nice.
 

发表时间 Tue 18 Oct 05 @ 6:35 pm
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