Looking for something wit a LOT of knobs and buttons, doesn't need faders though but if it does have faders post anyways.
Cheers and thanks a lot!
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Need a suggestion for a midi controller
18 durable postsStarted 2009-05-29Latest 2009-07-26
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
[QUOTE=Jayson;754591]Looking for something wit a LOT of knobs and buttons, doesn't need faders though but if it does have faders post anyways.
Cheers and thanks a lot![/QUOTE]
There's a lot out there. The new hot thing is the apc40:
[url]http://www.akaipro.com/apc40[/url]
Also, faderfox makes smaller controllers, in a wide variety of configurations, this one might be right up your ally:
[url]http://faderfox.de/html/dx2_product_page.html[/url]
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
I know of Faderfox and the APC40, but I'm talking about a LOT of knobs and buttons.
Something like a monome, but with knobs as well.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
I asume u need it to mix mp3's?
I'm about to purchase the Vestax VCI300 controller/audio interface which ships with Serrato's Itch software, very nice dj-controller
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
I already have a some Faderfox's to use for Traktor, but I'm looking for a controller to use with Ableton.
Need something with lots of buttons so I can launch clips at a moments notice, and a lot of knobs so I can control parameters on each channel.
All without having to cycle through "banks"
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
everything is banked. only way to get what you are asking for is to build your own
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
Liking the monome controllers, but thinking the APC40, and possible another controller with a lot of knobs like a BCR2000
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
[quote=Jayson;755251]Liking the monome controllers, but thinking the APC40, and possible another controller with a lot of knobs like a BCR2000[/quote]
Try to avoid Behringers... They have a very much compromise in manufacturing quality, you won't be happy with them after a while, trust me on this.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
just go with the apc40. i recently just copped one actually; it gets 'er done quite sufficiently imo.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
Have you looked at the 'Evolution UC-33'?
It's got lots of knobs, buttons, and faders. Quite inexpensive too
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
your post had me think of the doepfer drehbank immediately ([url]http://www.doepfer.de/db.htm[/url]). unfortunately, they don't build them any more. but maybe you can get one off ebay.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
[quote=pr0ficient;764677]Have you looked at the 'Evolution UC-33'?
It's got lots of knobs, buttons, and faders. Quite inexpensive too[/quote]
it's the one i use. and i'm not planning on changing it. it's easy to use, has everything i need. i definitely recommend it.
it has 16 + 4 triggers, 9 faders, and i think 24 knobs.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
The Evolution UC-33 is the affordable hardware controller, designed to be used with any computer music / MIDI setup. In fact, the UC-33 allows instant and simultaneous control of up to 47 different parameters, and with 33 memory locations, changing its setup is fast and easy. With its compact and intuitive design, the UC-33 fits into any studio, regardless of size.
Features
24 fully assignable rotary knobs
Selector buttons provide one button access to the 4 most frequently used program setups
Multi-purpose LCD display shows Controller assignments
9 full-size assignable faders with light indicators
4 assignable buttons provide fingertip control over
Transport and other sequencer functions
Drawbar mode reverses the polarity of the 9 assignable faders. Great for realistic control of those classic organ sounds
Select any of the 33 memory locations, reassign a controller to a different parameter or simply check how the existing setup is configured via the programming keypad
10 button numeric keypad which is also fully assignable
Snap Shot sends out current controller position data and sets your synths controls to the current UC-33 setting
The UC-33 puts the power of music software in your hands. Connecting the UC-33 couldn't be easier. The included USB cable not only connects the unit to your Mac or PC, it also provides the power so you don't have to worry about a power adaptor. Also, to keep cable runs to an absolute minimum, the built-in MIDI interface allows you to connect your MIDI keyboard straight to the UC-33. So, forget that old MIDI interface, you don't need it anymore!
Using controllers should be easy but it often isn't. Even just setting up patches that actually work can be complicated and frustrating, not to mention the headache of having to remember which knob controls which parameter. These problems experienced with many controllers can actually defeat the whole purpose of using one in the first place! In an ideal world, using a controller should require zero effort. With the UC-33, it really is that simple. The UC-33 comes with 33 pre-configured presets allowing instant control of the most popular virtual instruments and host applications, ranging from Cubase SX to Propellerhead Reason to Native Instruments B4. Overlay templates are included allowing you to quickly transform the UC-33 from a synth controller to a mixer.
All Evolution controllers are Class compliant, so there's no need to waste time installing drivers when using Windows XP or Mac OS X. Simply plug and play. It's also possible to gain real-time access to parameters beyond immediate reach on XG and GM/GS compatible soundcards due to the UC-33's pre-programmed Sys-Ex and RPN/NRPN messages. Try one of the factory patches and experience how the UC-33 breathes new life into your soundcard.
Creating your own Setups All assignable real-time controllers are easily programmed with the numerical keypad. Select a controller, type in a MIDI CC number and the job is done. Each of the UC-33's 47 controllers can also be programmed to transmit on individual MIDI channels and even transmit pre-programmed Sys-Ex messages. Once completed, your setup can of course be stored in any of the 33 memory locations for recall whenever you need it.
- Factory Presets Cubase - multi-channel mixing (1-8)
- Native Instruments B4
- Native Instruments Pro-53
- Reason Mixer
- Reason Malstrom
- Reason Subtractor
- Reason NN-19
- Reason Dr. Rex
- Reason ReDrum
- Cubase - multi-channel mixing (9-16)
- Cubase - Channel strip
- Sound Studio Pro II 1-8 mixer
- Sound Studio Pro II 9-16 mixer
- Sonar preset
- Steinberg Model-E
- Steinberg Halion
- Waldorf Attack
- Waldorf PPG Wave2V
- Native Instruments FM7
- Rebirth - Master controls and Synths
- Rebirth drum Modules
- AAS Lounge Lizard
- CM DS-404
- CM SR-202
- CM 101
- TC-Works Mercury-1
- Big Tick Audio Rainbow Synth
- GS/XG/GM2 Synth control
- GS/XG drum mixer
- SoundBlaster cards synth control
- User preset1 Channel mixer (1-8)
- User Preset2 Channel Mixer (9-16)
- User Preset3 Undefined controllers to global channel
The UC-33 Live The UC-33 can of course also be used with a conventional MIDI setup, for live performances or as a remote controller for your existing studio rack. The MIDI Out not only acts as an output for data from your computer system, but used stand-alone the UC-33 sends MIDI controller data straight from the MIDI Out to your MIDI rack. Even complex live setups are easy to control from a single unit due to the UC-33's powerful programming features.
USB and MIDI Interfacing The UC-33 can also be used as a USB MIDI interface. The MIDI input and output interfaces directly with your host application adding an extra MIDI interface to your setup. For live applications, simply connect the MIDI Out directly to the device you want to control and power the UC-33 with an optional power supply.
Multiple U-Controls In some cases, it makes sense to use multiple UC-33's. For instance, you can have one unit controlling your mixer environment and one controlling your instruments. The UC-33 has been designed to operate perfectly alongside itself or any other Evolution controller.Audio software package on CD-ROM Technical Info Specifications
Connections USB
MIDI IN, 5-pin DIN type
MIDI OUT, 5-pin DIN type
D.C. Power socket
Control Interface 24 x Rotary Dials
9 x 60mm Faders
4 x buttons
12-key data entry key pad(number keys double as assignable buttons)
Back lit LCD display with
7-segment digital display
Power on/off switch
4 x fast-access preset buttons
Memory 33 User assignable Memory locations
Non-volatile memory for storing settings even when switched off
Accessories User Manual
USB cable
Power supply DC 9V, 250-300mA Centre positive (not included)
Dimensions 32 x 21 x 7 (cm) (approx. 12.61 x 8.3 x 2.76 in.)
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
You can use two controllers at the same time when using Ableton. You just have them both plugged into the USB ports.
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
[quote=dj_macgyver;765376]your post had me think of the doepfer drehbank immediately ([URL]http://www.doepfer.de/db.htm[/URL]). unfortunately, they don't build them any more. but maybe you can get one off ebay.[/quote]
Nice! Good Call, just need to find one now
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
Has anyone tried the HERCULES DJ CONTROL STEEL?? Looks good...any comments?
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
What about this one?
[IMG]http://www.djtechtools.com/store_html/images/product.png[/IMG]
Re: Need a suggestion for a midi controller
[quote=lilsensa;772005]What about this one?
[IMG]http://www.djtechtools.com/store_html/images/product.png[/IMG][/quote]
+1 on this one!!!!
Instead of my main decks, I also have exactly the pictured version (Black Edition) but already modded to v1.3 Special edition firmware (the common Black Editions carry out firmware v1.3 from factory and there is not an official plan for updating it to v1.3 unless you pimp it by yourself, or by Ean Golden (djtechtools.com). The unit is amazing and very stable, so I use it when I want to play somewhere that extreme portability and low luggage weighting.
It is very stable and very accurate, BUT I do not like it's faders that match, so I combine it with a good mixer and a good soundcard for the rest functions (mixing with faders and x-fader and EQ knbos e.t.c.).