In 2025, technology has made it easier than ever to become a DJ, and the Hercules DJControl Mix Ultra is a great example.
This small and light DJ controller is designed especially for use with smartphones and small tablets, making it perfect for mobile DJs or anyone who wants to mix music on the go.
Weighing just 1.9 pounds and measuring about 12 by 7 inches, the Mix Ultra fits easily into most backpacks. It has a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 10 hours on a single charge and can be fully charged in just one hour.
The controller connects to your phone using Bluetooth LE, which uses very little power, so you can enjoy wireless DJ sessions without worrying about battery drain. You can play music stored on your phone or stream from popular music apps. It also comes with a splitter cable that lets you connect headphones and speakers at the same time. This way, you can listen to your mix privately in your headphones while the crowd hears the main output. However, it creates two mono audio tracks instead of stereo, but this is fine for beginners and casual users.
The Mix Ultra has eight effects pads that let you do things like hot cue, loop, and add sound effects. One special pad called “Neural Mix” lets you isolate parts of a song, like vocals or bass, so you can get creative with your mixes. There’s also a pitch control pad and a sampler pad that comes with preloaded sounds and lets you add your own.
For sound control, it has a simple three band equalizer (bass, mid, treble) with smooth rubber knobs. It also includes a protective travel cover that doubles as a phone holder, making it easy to set up your phone while you DJ.
This controller works with both iOS and Android devices and uses the free “djay” app, available on Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
The Hercules DJControl Mix Ultra is available now for about £150 or $220. It’s a smart choice for anyone wanting to start DJing with their phone or tablet.
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