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Hercules launches the DJControl T10, a motorized performance controller with 10-inch metal platters that play like vinyl

Hercules DJControl T10
Hercules DJControl T10

RENNES, France — Hercules today launched the DJControl T10, a motorized DJ controller built for performers who want the feel of real turntables without the weight, the wear, or the setup. First revealed at the NAMM Show 2026 in Anaheim this past January, where it drew crowds to the Hercules booth as one of the show’s most talked-about controllers; the T10 is now available. Designed to move and built to perform, the T10 combines two 10″ motorized metal platters, a brand-new contactless crossfader, and a full professional software package into a chassis that fits in a gig bag. 

The T10 is made for DJs who have outgrown entry-level gear: turntablists, scratch and battle DJs, club and open-format performers, and back-to-back crews who want a controller that keeps up with how they play. 

“With the DJControl T10, we wanted to give DJs a genuine turntable feel in a format built for today’s performance ecosystem. The heart of it is a motor-control algorithm we engineered proudly in-house, which drives platters that respond and react with the precision of vinyl. Pair that with the pro-level software and accessories DJs already rely on, and you have an instrument that fits naturally into how artists actually play,” said Jean Lacote, director of R&D at Hercules DJ. 

Real vinyl feel, engineered into a controller 

At the heart of the T10 are two large metal platters, each fitted with an officially licensed Dr. Suzuki felt slipmat and slipsheet under a 10″ vinyl disc, so turntable technique translates exactly as intended.  

“At STOKYO, we are proud to collaborate with Hercules DJ, a company that truly understands the needs of today’s DJs and shares our passion for innovation, performance, and quality. With careful attention to every detail, together we have taken each step of the development process to create and deliver the performance, precision, and feel that DJs expect,” said Chuck Ono, CEO of STOKYO, maker of the renowned Dr. Suzuki slipmats. 

Hercules engineered servo-controlled motorized platters: a brushless motor drives each platter by belt, a sensor monitors rotation in real time, and a microcontroller corrects any deviation faster than the hands can feel it. With 0.16 Nm of starting torque and full playback speed in under 100 ms, the platter stays locked even through hard scratch patterns, with no wobble and no drift. 

InduXfader: a contactless crossfader, approved by Innofader 

The T10 introduces InduXfader, Hercules’ own contactless crossfader. Built on electromagnetic induction, it tracks position without any physical contact, for a lighter touch, a longer lifespan, and zero rattling. Its performance has been validated by Innofader, the fader specialists trusted by battle DJs worldwide. DJs can dial in weight, curve, cut lag, and direction directly from the front panel, from super-short cuts for scratching to slower response for mixing. 

“We have always enjoyed collaborating with Hercules DJ, a true innovator in the DJ space. When they approached us to partner on the new T10 controller, it was an easy decision,” said Patrick Danaher, sales and B2B at Innofader. “Drawing on our 20 years of experience crafting performance faders, we were honored to help ensure DJs get a reliable, high-quality crossfader with customizable adjustments and top-tier responsiveness, making the T10 a formidable choice for performers of all skill levels,” added Elliot Marx, owner and creator of Innofader. 

Built to travel 

Professional performance, without the back problems. With retractable feet and a total weight of 7.3 kg / 16.1 lbs, the T10 slips into a gig bag and sets up in about two minutes on any surface, at any venue. For DJs who want a carry solution built to measure, Hercules has partnered with UDG, the trusted name in DJ transport and protection, on a dedicated bag designed specifically for the T10, available separately, so the controller travels protected and gig ready. 

“Professional gear deserves professional protection,” says Michael Schmeitz, founder and CEO of UDG. “We’re proud to work with Hercules on a dedicated solution that lets DJs travel with confidence.” 

A full performance toolkit 

The T10 pairs a battle-ready layout with the tools to back it up. Dedicated stems buttons on each deck let DJs isolate or spotlight vocals and instrumentals in real time, with the music still playing. Stem Slip, a new feature powered by Serato, returns the stem track to the right position once scratching stops, so momentum never breaks. FX paddles trigger reverb, filter, dub echo, and more on demand, and 16 RGB pads across two decks cover hot cues, loops, slicer, and sampler with adjustable light intensity for any performance environment. 

Your software, your choice 

Both Serato DJ Pro, with the Pitch ‘n Time DJ expansion, and DJUCED PRO licenses are included right in the box. DJs can pull tracks from Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify, and TIDAL straight into their software (Apple Music and Spotify in Serato only).  

“It’s been a pleasure to work closely with Hercules on the T10, and Stem Slip is the feature we’re most excited about. It opens up routines for experienced turntablists that simply weren’t possible before, and makes scratching feel safe for DJs still learning. We can’t wait to see how DJs get creative with it.” says Michael Redwood, Head of Product Planning at Serato. 

Made for the booth 

Balanced XLR master outputs (+28 dBu) and balanced 1/4″ booth outputs (+28 dBu) mean the T10 speaks the same language as professional PA systems. Dual USB-C inputs let two DJs connect at once and hand off mid-set, or lock into a back-to-back, without ever touching a cable. 

Availability and pricing 

The Hercules DJControl T10 ecosystem, first unveiled at NAMM 2026, is available across three SKUs: 

  • DJControl T10 controller, sold on its own, at €1,299 / US$1,399 / £1,199.99 
  • DJControl T10 Gig Pack (includes both controller and UDG bag) at €1,549 / US$1,599 / £1,399.99 
  • UDG bag, the dedicated carry bag for the T10, at €299 / US$399 / £249.99 

Key specifications 

  • Two 10″ motorized metal platters with Dr. Suzuki felt slipmats and slipsheets 
  • InduXfader contactless crossfader, Innofader-approved, with adjustable weight, curve, cut-lag, and direction 
  • Stems buttons per deck and Stem Slip powered by Serato 
  • FX paddles, Slip mode, and 16 RGB performance pads 
  • Serato DJ Pro (with Pitch ‘n Time DJ) and DJUCED PRO licenses included 
  • Streaming from Apple Music, Beatport, SoundCloud, Spotify, and TIDAL 
  • Master output: 2 x balanced XLR (+28 dBu) + 2 x RCA (+7 dBu) 
  • Booth output: 2 x balanced 1/4″ jacks (+28 dBu) 
  • Microphone and auxiliary inputs 
  • Audio resolution: 44.1 kHz / 24-bit 
  • Dual USB-C ports for one or two computers 
  • Weight: 7.3 kg / 16.1 lbs 
  • Dimensions (feet folded in): 95 x 35.3 x 9.5 cm / 37.4 x 13.9 x 3.7″ 

ABOUT HERCULES  

Guillemot Corporation is a designer and manufacturer of interactive entertainment hardware and accessories. The Group offers a diversified range of products under the Hercules and Thrustmaster brand names. Active in this market since 1984, the Guillemot Corporation Group is currently present in 10 countries (France, Germany, Spain, the UK, the United States, Canada, Italy, Belgium, Romania and China [Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong]) and distributes their products in more than 150 countries worldwide. The Group’s mission is to offer high-performance, ergonomic products which maximize the enjoyment of digital interactive entertainment for end users. Please visit www.guillemot.com for more information.  

 

ABOUT DR. SUZUKI 

Dr. Suzuki is a pioneer and a legend in the DJ industry. Recognized as one of the inventors of the DJ slipmat, Dr. Suzuki has been at the forefront of quality, performance, and innovation for over 40 years. Each slipmat is hand-built in Japan with meticulously selected materials and rigorous testing, using Dr. Suzuki’s signature lamination technology to deliver the optimal feel for scratching, mixing, and digital control vinyl alike. Trusted by DJs across every genre and embraced by turntablists worldwide, Dr. Suzuki slipmats have become synonymous with the highest standard in performance. Distributed by Stokyo, Dr. Suzuki continues to collaborate with leading names in DJ culture to bring the finest slipmats to performers of all styles. For more information, visit www.stokyoworld.com. 

 

ABOUT INNOFADER 

Founded in 2005 by audio electronics and DSP engineer Elliot Marx, Innofader (a product of Audio Innovate) is the creator of the industry’s most trusted replacement crossfaders and line faders for DJs. Designed to fit an unmatched range of mixers and controllers, the Innofader has become the standard in the scratch and turntablist community, prized for its precision cut-in adjustment, customizable curves, adjustable dead space, and sub-millisecond responsiveness. With two decades of engineering experience, Innofader continues to partner with leading DJ brands to bring reliable, high-quality performance faders to DJs at every skill level. For more information, visit www.innofader.com. 

 

ABOUT SERATO 

Since its inception in 1999, Serato has been at the cutting edge of audio software innovation, enabling DJs, producers and artists to take their creativity and performance to the next level. The brand’s first-ever product, Pitch ’n Time, has become the industry standard for time-stretching audio and forms the backbone of the company’s core product, Serato DJ. One of the most widely used and powerful DJ software tools available today, Serato DJ is constantly updated with new features and is revered by the most iconic DJs of our time. Serato has also established itself as a leading brand in music production with Serato Sample and Serato Studio, which have become go-to tools for Sample-based producers and beat-makers alike. Serato transformed the industry once again through the introduction of its real-time stem-splitting technology Serato Stems across its product range, to global and industry acclaim. Serato further expanded its creative ecosystem with the introduction of Hex FX, a powerful multi-effects suite that gives DJs and producers even greater control over shaping and transforming their sound in real time. Serato’s advanced suite of music production tools provides creators with endless possibilities for producing, sampling and remixing music that will continue to drive culture forward. 

 

ABOUT UDG
Founded in 1999, UDG has been setting the standard in premium DJ and music production gear protection. From innovative trolleys, flight cases, backpacks and DJ furniture to purpose-built carrying solutions developed in collaboration with leading industry brands, UDG products are designed for professionals around the world. Headquartered in the Netherlands, UDG serves customers through an international network of distributors and dealers in more than 100 countries. For more information, visit www.udggear.com. 

 

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Nick Chatten

Avtar Thethy

WHAT WILL I DO?

I have a ‘Goldmine’ of ideas, that, if elected, I will endeavour to implement and achieve top results.

EQUALITY

Equal partnerships with manufacturer’s and service providers within the DJ sector.

Strengthen existing relationships and look for new participants to drive us all forward.

Create more fund raising opportunities for NADJ.

Social Events

The 1st Internal NADJ DJ Awards evening.

We all are from the same entity, so I believe that we as a membership, we deserve equal recognition as other Associations, past present and future.

ACCOUNTABILITY

To promote the visibility of NADJ, at exhibitions and shows, both Nationally and Regionally.

Reintroduce the NADJ clothing range, with additional items.

To make myself as the National Chairman more accessible to existing Members in all classes of membership, and new ones – introducing new opportunities for the membership as a whole to perform at top level events and functions.

Allowing the membership to “air” their views as we go on, and make a positive but constructive contribution on matters that effect YOU the member.

Have standardised forms available for the whole network to use and adapt, with all Health and Safety documentation required by venues in a Welcome pack.

STRENGTH

To be a strong chairman who truly represents the membership interests at high level meetings and events.

To maintain, strengthen and underpin the membership voice by improving the NADJ’s representative role in the open marketplace.

Empower all members and NADJ Reps to become co – creators of Change (Regional Led Projects)

INNOVATION

Improve NADJ facilities to allow Members to deliver a more professional service in their own respective businesses, in an ever growing industry.

The development of a more social and approachable network of DJ’s across the UK.

Introduce a ‘one stop shop’ making it easer for the member and client to obtain everything under one roof.

WHO AM I ?

My name is Avtar Thethy, 55 years old, married and a father to two boys.

Based in West London for last 52 years.

Running my own business LED Factory for last 9+ years.

An active and helpful member of NADJ London and I’m also the London Chairman.

I am determined, committed and will always endeavour to get the best results possible for YOU, the Member.

WHY ME?

Existing NADJ Member, Chairman for London.

I’ve been blessed with many opportunities week in week out to attend the TOP Events up, down and across the UK – as a supplier, organiser, judge and simply as a guest.

I enjoy the creative benefits of product and service integration with the following well established AV companies daily:

Kudos Av & Kudos Music
Calibar Events
Ritzy Music
UVD Ultimate Visual Display
AVH

(There are many more.)

We are consistently facilitating well over 100 events pa. All of them different,
So you can see that not do I only talk the talk, but I am constantly and walking the walk.

I feel the Association needs CHANGE and Change for the better, It needs to recognise the huge talent that it has within and needs to promote that from within.

It also cannot have its members to have disproportionate inequality in the outside world.

I certainly have the Passion, Commitment and fully understand the hardships in running a business without help.

In talking to a few fellow members, over the last few years, I understand what is missing and what Needs need to be addressed – If you can see these gaps, then,
I am the man to deliver.

Avtar Thethy
Led Factory / NADJ

Fabio Capozzi

Change is good but change for change sake can be a sign of not understanding the true needs of what must be done. I believe the secret of change is to focus all your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new. The Association is long overdue revision and reform that better suits the members.

A new approach to reviving the many reasons why membership is the right choice for hard-working DJs is a better understanding of today’s DJ. By helping members maintain a better work-life balance with money saving benefits or having access to advice from experienced fellow members or sharing work opportunities, it is all for naught unless there is a fundamental mutual respect towards everyone, no matter their view or standing.

Community is important to the success of NADJ and it is the huge support of the membership that we can all pride ourselves on. It is, however, inevitable that a collective of people will disagree from time to time, albeit having a common goal. It is essential that open and fair discussion is encouraged to allow opinion and debate to enhance the values that NADJ stand by. I believe that by creating a culture of positive ideas backed by action this forum can encourage us to move forwards in boosting the public opinion of UK DJs. By way of a campaign, aimed directly at the consumer, NADJ in collaboration with other associations and DJ groups, can represent the benefits of choosing a DJ that is encouraged to apply best practices towards their clients with a view to enhance their business. This path can be applied to all types of DJ, from bedroom to festival and radio and by being more inclusive and properly acknowledging these equally important types of DJ into our community, we can be enriched with their viewpoint and expertise of the industry we all work in.

Our industry is one of supplying a serious amount of dedication and excellent customer experience wrapped in an evening of fun, music and dancing. When you are passionate about your work and strive to be professional, it is a welcome relief to be able to meet, network and collaborate with industry colleagues whilst having a little fun. The branch sessions, events and gatherings that happen across the UK require dedicated committee officers to make these happen regionally and nationally. Without the hard work, that is volunteered, the branch sessions would not be possible – and I thank all of you for your unflagging efforts to run great branches. I agree with opinion that NADJ life has become overly serious and in some cases stale, adopting a tired constitution, no longer in keeping with current member needs and aspirations undermined by language that is outdated. I see the need for reform of the constitution, more inclusive language and attitude, updated to reflect the industry we work in today and instrumental in helping the membership to grow and develop by attracting younger DJs to understand how the NADJ can offer a sound platform to boost their DJ career.

All this I believe is important to make being a member an enjoyable and enriching experience but the serious business of running an association is not all about fun (not for NEC committee members anyway), it is a task that relies on consistency, diplomacy and the ability to make new relationships whilst maintain the ones we have happy. Without the support of members and the industry, no matter how much fun and energy you would like at a branch session, it will be difficult to achieve without the help of great content organised on time and with consideration – this is not a job where you can ‘wing it’… I have never winged anything. I look forward to your vote.

Alastair Craig

My name is Alastair Craig and I am a full time DJ with over 30 years’ experience of providing services to many events, including Weddings, Birthdays and Corporates.

Apart from DJ’ing I am also involved in the IT industry and have been advisory on protecting Children’s Data and more recently been involved in testing software for a leading DJ company.

Outside of work I am is a keen Scuba Diver and currently serve as the Diving Officer for Reading University in which I also act as a mentor and Assistant Instructor.

I am running for Secretary for NADJ as I feel that I can bring some new ideas as well as my organisational skills to the table, not just from my experience within my DJ work but from my other involvement in IT to which assessment, planning through to delivery  was key to my role.

At this time, I feel NADJ is ready for change and I am certainly open to listening to new ideas from the membership to move the association in a new fresh direction.

Let’s leave the politics behind and concentrate on building new relationships from within as well as looking after the ones that have already been established.

Yes, it will be a challenge for the new committee but no doubt, as D-ream sang “Things Can Only Get Better” 😊

Dave Mills

Firstly, thank you to those who felt I was worthy to be nominated for a position on the National Committee. I’m not sure I should be grateful, but I am very honoured by your faith in me.

Some of you may know me as the fun, gig addicted, rock music loving Chairman of the South Central Branch but if you don’t and haven’t seen my recent profile piece in Pro Mobile issue 95 (yes shameless self-promotion) then let me briefly introduce myself.

I’m Dave Mills; I had been a struggling DJ for many years working for an agency in Berkshire until I was invited to a NADJ meeting. The people I met within NADJ inspired and helped me to leave the agency and successfully branch out on my own. I’ve made some great friends and learned A LOT. By joining the committee and then becoming the south central chairman I have found myself in a position to encourage and support other aspiring DJ’s to do the same as myself. The range and wealth of knowledge, experience and professionalism within NADJ still floors me making me feel in awe but very proud to be a part of it all.

I am open minded to new ideas and using feedback from our members and non-members, working together as a team so everyone has a voice and every member gets something extra from being in NADJ (not just a P.L.I.) and feels part of our mad music addicted community.

*I hope I haven’t bored you to death yet, nearly there*

I would like to think that my 6 years on an NADJ committee have given me the experience required to move up to the challenge of becoming National Secretary. I am under no illusion that there is a difference between running a branch and taking on a role at national level and it’s not always going to be easy (but I hope not to the point of sitting on a chair sticking pencils up my nose, with pants on my head and saying ‘wibble’) but for some insane reason I’m looking forward to taking on the challenge.

If you are kind enough to vote me in, my main aims would be to help make the association more open and inclusive, encouraging and supporting the current membership as well aspiring DJ’s of any age and gender to join us in our mission to make the DJ industry truly recognised as a profession in a positive, encouraging way.