--- product_id: 83173108 title: "Hercules DJControl Starlight – Compact 2-Deck DJ Controller with Lights" brand: "hercules" price: "€ 166.41" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Hercules" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/83173108-hercules-djcontrol-starlight-compact-2-deck-dj-controller-with-lights store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # RGB LED light show syncs to beats Ultra-compact & travel-ready design Touch-sensitive jog wheels & tactile controls Hercules DJControl Starlight – Compact 2-Deck DJ Controller with Lights **Brand:** hercules **Price:** € 166.41 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Light, Mix, Travel: DJ anywhere, anytime with Starlight’s beat-synced brilliance! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hercules DJControl Starlight – Compact 2-Deck DJ Controller with Lights by hercules - **How much does it cost?** € 166.41 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/83173108-hercules-djcontrol-starlight-compact-2-deck-dj-controller-with-lights) ## Best For - hercules enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hercules brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Light Up Your Set:** Dynamic RGB base lighting pulses and shifts color to your music’s rhythm, turning any space into an instant party zone. - • **Pro-Level Control:** Pressure-sensitive jog wheels, 4 performance pads, and dedicated EQ/fader knobs deliver precise mixing and creative scratching. - • **Ready for Any Gig:** Ideal for home practice, livestreams, or intimate events—professional-grade audio meets eye-catching visuals in one compact controller. - • **Pocket-Sized Powerhouse:** Sleek, ultra-portable chassis fits effortlessly in your backpack—perfect for DJs on the move or tight studio setups. - • **Beginner-Friendly, Pro-Approved:** Ergonomic layout mirrors club gear, making it intuitive for newcomers while packing enough punch for seasoned DJs. ## Overview The Hercules DJControl Starlight is a compact 2-deck DJ controller featuring a vibrant RGB LED light show that syncs to your music, ultra-portable design for mobile DJs, and full tactile controls including pressure-sensitive jog wheels and performance pads. Compatible with SERATO DJ Lite and other software, it offers an intuitive layout ideal for beginners and pros alike, making it perfect for home practice, small gigs, and on-the-go mixing. ## Description From the manufacturer Start now with SERATO, Become a DJ The perfect DJ controller to start DJing with SERATO •Mix anywhere with this portable full feature DJ controller •Pre-listen to your mix in your headphones before playing it out through the speakers, thanks to the built-in DJ audio interface. •Control playback and scratch with pressure-sensitive jog wheels •Bass/Filter and EQ buttons for smooth transitions •Add colour to your mix with the bright, powerful, stroboscopic RGB backlighting under the controller's base SERATO DJ LITE Essential functions to learn how to mix and scratch Software-controlled lighting Operating System: Windows 7, 8, 10 / macOS 10.11 or later Processor i3 minimum 1.07 GHz + minimum 4G of RAM Features Mobile and compact Packed with all the features you need to mix, wherever you choose. Bass and filter EQ Create transitions and sound effects with the Bass/filter EQ knob. Press the Bass/filter button to toggle between them. Pressure-sensitive jog wheels Control pause, play songs and scratch with pressure-sensitive jog wheels. Fun lighting helps you learn to mix Control the lighting of the base from your controller or directly in SERATO DJ Lite thanks to the 7 modes: 1. LED off 2. LED on 3. Beat 1 Programme: The LEDs light up in red at the first beat of the main song and in blue on the following beats, turning off between beats. 4. Beat 2 Programme: The LEDs light up in red at the first beat of the main song and in blue on the following beats, without turning off. 5. Master Volume Programme: the LEDs light up in white; their intensity depends on the volume 6. Waveform Colour Programme: 2 LEDs per deck reproduce the colours of the waveform of the respective tracks. 7. Cue point Colour Programme: 2 LEDs per deck light up progressively, according to the colour of the upcoming Point Cue. SERATO DJ Lite The DJControl Starlight is the perfect controller to get started DJing with SERATO . Review: Very Impressive - Worked straight out the box. Connected via the usb lead provided to my Mac. Serato asked if I wanted to use laptop speakers and changed the setting in audio out in Serato so didn't have to use the master audio out as it played from the sound out on the Mac. Good because that's the setting I was at so didn't have to change anything. No audio latency issues when I tried master out and computer out simultaneously. Serato is a good program because I am completely new to DJ decks and it all has been quite intuitive. Serato is set in the preferences to show my iTunes library for use in the main program and it can also play from my Mac music app at the same time as using Serato. This is good as all my music is around 500GB and it gives me access to it all whilst analysing bpm and key. Good fun! Review: This is far from a novelty controller... Starter or Pro, everyone needs this... - This little guy is briiliant! Don't be fulled by it's dinky appearnce and flashing lights, it's got all the buttons you need to do so seriously impressive mixing if you've already got a little skill. Likewise, I'm sure it would be a great starter for anyone looking to learn. It comes with a god awful version of Serato Lite, but it's fully compatible with VDJ and easily mapped in many others. I don't use the sound outputs at all and use it just as a standalone controller, and it allows me to DJ online or just practice ideas without pulling out one of the bigger mixers. It sits neatly under my monitor until I need it! My only complaints are minor. Firstly, it's reasonably easily damaged, so don't drop it! Secondly, they are all hard plastic buttons... if they want to come out with a version 2 and stick some rubber/soft touch pads on there, they can take my money now. ## Features - 🎆 Built-In RGB LED Light Show: Features a vibrant, integrated base lighting system that automatically syncs, pulses, and changes color to the beat of your music. Create an instant, visually engaging party atmosphere for your audience straight out of the box. - 🎒 Ultra-Compact & Mobile Design: The ultra-portable, sleek chassis fits effortlessly into any backpack or laptop bag. It is the ultimate space-saving hardware setup for mobile DJs, travel, impromptu bedroom practice, and compact studio desks. - 🎛️ Full Tactile Mixing Controls: Experience comprehensive hands-on control with touch-sensitive jog wheels, 4 responsive performance pads, dedicated bass EQ, and physical faders for precise audio blending, creative scratching, and flawless transitions. - 🎵 Intuitive & Beginner-Friendly Layout: The ergonomic, user-friendly interface mirrors professional club gear layouts. This makes it incredibly easy for aspiring DJs to learn the ropes of track navigation, beatmatching, and mixing, while remaining highly functional for pros. - 🏠 Perfect for Home Practice & Small Gigs: The ideal all-in-one controller for bedroom practicing, livestreaming, house parties, and intimate events. It delivers professional-grade audio functionality and a stunning visual flair in a compact package. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07HKWSWG8 | | Best Sellers Rank | 3,461 in Musical Instruments & DJ ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments & DJ ) 13 in DJ Controller | | Brand | Hercules | | Brand Name | Hercules | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | PC | | Connectivity Technology | USB | | Connectivity technology | USB | | Connector Type | USB | | Control Method | Touch | | Control Type | DJ Controller | | Country of Origin | China | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 1,616 Reviews | | EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 2 Years | | Global Trade Identification Number | 03362934745707 | | Hardware Interface | USB | | Hardware Platform | PC | | Human Interface Input | Buttons | | Included Components | Mixer, instruction manual | | Instrument | DJ | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 41D x 14W x 6H centimetres | | Item Type Name | DJ Controller | | Item Weight | 680 Grams | | Manufacturer | Hercules | | Manufacturer Part Number | 3362934745707 | | Material Type | Aluminium | | Model Name | Starlight | | Model Number | 4780884 | | Model Year | 2018 | | Model name | Starlight | | Number of Keys | 25 | | Number of keys | 25 | | Platform | Not Machine Specific | | Product Style | Starlight | | Product Warranty | 1 year manufacturer. | | Product dimensions | 41D x 14W x 6H centimetres | | Size | 37.4 x 13.6 x 5.7 cm | | Special Features | Ultra-Compact | | Special feature | Ultra-Compact | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Hercules - **Connectivity technology:** USB - **Model name:** Starlight - **Number of keys:** 25 - **Special feature:** Fast charging, Noise cancellation ## Images ![Hercules DJControl Starlight – Compact 2-Deck DJ Controller with Lights - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61lTUSevDrL.jpg) ![Hercules DJControl Starlight – Compact 2-Deck DJ Controller with Lights - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FD9TY2kOL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Which adapter is needed to use with iPad and djay** A: Hello Amazon Customer, you can use the iOS Djay app on iPhones and iPads connecting them to the controller via an Apple Lightning Adapter. We invite you to check the Hercules DJ channel out on Youtube for more details how to connect the devices. If you need more information, ask for Owen through the customer service (https://support.hercules.com/en/contact-en/?p=DJControl%20Starlight). Kind Regards. Owen from Hercules Team. **Q: My iPad is on ios 9.3.5. Is this compatible?** A: Hello Amazon Customer, If you have a lightning Apple adapter it's is possible connecting the Hercules DJControl Starlight with your iPad, but the iOS compatibility depends on what will be the DJ software you want to use once the software is responsible to provides support for the devices. For example, the Serato DJ Lite is not compatible with mobiles and the Djay Pro is compatible, but requires iOS 11.2 or newer. We recommend you to contact the DJ software support before to order your product to make sure you will have all you need. If you need more information, ask for Owen through the customer service (https://support.hercules.com/en/contact-en/?p=DJControl%20Starlight). Kind Regards. Owen from Hercules Team. **Q: I use engine dj. would this controller be compatible and/or is it easy to transfer music/playlists?** A: Hello, The Hercules DJControl Starlight is not compatible with Engine DJ. For more information, we invite you to contact our technical support team by using the following link : https://support.hercules.com/en/contact-en/ Regards, Robin from the Hercules team **Q: how can I use this to stream on zoom? I want to set it as my microphone going into my laptop for clear sound?** A: You can not use this for microphone as it does not have a input for a mic ok ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Impressive *by M***R on 28 January 2026* Worked straight out the box. Connected via the usb lead provided to my Mac. Serato asked if I wanted to use laptop speakers and changed the setting in audio out in Serato so didn't have to use the master audio out as it played from the sound out on the Mac. Good because that's the setting I was at so didn't have to change anything. No audio latency issues when I tried master out and computer out simultaneously. Serato is a good program because I am completely new to DJ decks and it all has been quite intuitive. Serato is set in the preferences to show my iTunes library for use in the main program and it can also play from my Mac music app at the same time as using Serato. This is good as all my music is around 500GB and it gives me access to it all whilst analysing bpm and key. Good fun! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is far from a novelty controller... Starter or Pro, everyone needs this... *by M***M on 21 May 2025* This little guy is briiliant! Don't be fulled by it's dinky appearnce and flashing lights, it's got all the buttons you need to do so seriously impressive mixing if you've already got a little skill. Likewise, I'm sure it would be a great starter for anyone looking to learn. It comes with a god awful version of Serato Lite, but it's fully compatible with VDJ and easily mapped in many others. I don't use the sound outputs at all and use it just as a standalone controller, and it allows me to DJ online or just practice ideas without pulling out one of the bigger mixers. It sits neatly under my monitor until I need it! My only complaints are minor. Firstly, it's reasonably easily damaged, so don't drop it! Secondly, they are all hard plastic buttons... if they want to come out with a version 2 and stick some rubber/soft touch pads on there, they can take my money now. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rekindled a 26 year love affair with music *by G***E on 2 June 2020* So having DJ'd in the 90s and had decks, records, played at bars and nightclubs then subsequently grown old and gotten rid of all of those things I suddenly found myself watching a ton of DJ mix sets during lockdown thinking, "I can do that". So a bit of research later and these controller things are everywhere. They range from amazing massive stations to teeny ones like this. Given that it was clearly a bit of a midlife crisis I opted for the smaller entry level one in case I came to my senses again. On arrival I smashed a ton of YouTube videos and I was off. Setup is easy but you really want to get this linked to iTunes to get the best out of it, using serato lite gives you limited crate capability so I build my playlists in iTunes and they appear nicely. I'm using a windows PC which is not exactly modern (M3 processor 8gb ram and SSD) and it doesn't take more than 30-50% CPU. You will need an external speaker or amp to hook up to and headphones. Some config might be needed, I found the cue and master out weren't in sync but you can tweek latency settings and you get there in the end. All the usual controls are here. Volume, fader, bass/treble control on one button to save space, not the best control but it's small so you have to make sacrifices, this knob also doubles as a low/high pass filter which is nice but it stores the last place of where it was on the other function so you have to trick it sometimes with a little flick. Pitch controls are only +/-8 which isn't great, couple with the fact that they are small again and you have to really be precise with your adjustments. I REFUSE TO USE SYNC. That said it's there for those who want to use it and it does an ok job but that's mostly due to software (more on the later). Lastly it has some cool lights that you can tweek to be on the downbeat, flashing, fading, custom colours. At first I thought they were a bit cheesy but with the lights out they are cool. Wheels/platters - I'm more of a mix DJ so vinyl mode for me is no use, I've never scratched but have seen people do stuff on these. You can use the middle of the platter for scratching and the outer for nudging but when you disable vinyl mode the whole thing can be used for nudging which was the saviour here as the sides are too close to other knobs and sliders. They have a good bit of friction so aren't going to run away. Other buttons - cues are markers you set on a track to jump to or show where a bassline or vocal kicks in, very handy! These buttons then double up to do loops of beat sections, FX which can be quite fun like flanger, phasers, echos etc. And then a sampler bank which is limited in the free software but gives you the customary air horn. All the same buttons using a shift function. Very clever use of space. Serato - you get serato lite for free. I suggest anyone who gets this tries in advance. It's a good bit of software (judging by my own experience of this and nothing else) however it tries to be too clever sometimes. It will analyse the wave form which is great when looking for visual cues, it then applies a beat grid so you can see the downbeat but also counts these in 4s so to try to give you a clue where to come in, this can be misleading and I've learnt to often ignore these and use my instinct and knowledge of the track. You can edit them if they go wrong. One major issue I have is that the software can key shift so you get a tempo change only but the record doesn't change key, I wish this worked all the time but it doesn't, it can add some serious warble to tracks so I just leave off. The other issue I have is the constant BPM on screen, I don't use sync and I'd rather not have this there so I can mix by skill. It is a massive distraction and not always 100% accurate. You can upgrade to pro and the are always deals on for packs and trials, pro gives you a more detailed interface but most importantly for me - recording! Though if you wanted to do this you could input into a mixer or get a y cable and record into something else, while recording I occasionally get a freeze up but once in a blue moon for a second or two but not good mid mix. I've just read back my review and it feels like I'm being hard, this thing is cool, it's small, it's easy to use, I've had hours of fun on it and it packs away in a draw, in a rucksack with a laptop and a portable speaker and you have a fully mobile DJ rig. If you are an old fart like me who wished the Hacienda had never shut then this is for you. You will need to spend time on your MP3 collection though! If you are a beginner then I can't say if these are right for you, I think I can mix on anything (I had the worst soundlab dlp3 belt drives) but for a few quid more Hercules does a bigger controller and that might be more suited to new hands. Either way get into it, don't hold back, play it loud and use hearing protection (and if you get that reference give yourself a pat on the back) ## Frequently Bought Together - Hercules DJControl Starlight DJ Controller, USB, Black/Black (3362934745707) - Aproca Hard Carry Travel Case for Hercules DJControl Starlight Pocket USB DJ Controller --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/83173108-hercules-djcontrol-starlight-compact-2-deck-dj-controller-with-lights](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/83173108-hercules-djcontrol-starlight-compact-2-deck-dj-controller-with-lights) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-07-05*