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Topic: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

I'm using my UCX II in standalone mode and I want to control the level of the analog inputs.
I'm using the 8 inputs as 4 stereo channels.
In TMFX I have the 4 'AN X/X' faders, but in standalone mode, when using the on-board interface, there's no option to control the left and right levels together (I need to adjust each side separately).
I'm looking for a compact controller, preferably with 4 faders and a few knobs (only knobs can work as well), that can help me with this.
I'm currently using an iPad with TotalMix, but I really don't like using the touch screen. I thought about the FaderFox EC4, but it doesn't support the Mackie protocol.
Any recommendations?

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

Small subnotebook with a mouse?
Then usual connection per USB or by using TotalMix Remote, depending on whether you have LAN or Wireless on the location?

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

ramses wrote:

Small subnotebook with a mouse?
Then usual connection per USB or by using TotalMix Remote, depending on whether you have LAN or Wireless on the location?

Thanks, ramses.
It's a possibility, but I'd much prefer physical knobs or faders.
I do field recordings so no access to networks most of the time...
The on-board controls would've been ideal, but unfortunately it isn't possible.

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

Maybe Native Instruments Traktor Kontrol F1 might work. It is for DJing, but has 4 faders, 4 knobs, and 16 buttons.
https://www.native-instruments.com/en/p … ontrol-f1/

Or if touchstripe fader would do, there used to be controller by Steinberg.
https://o.steinberg.net/en/products/aud … mc_fd.html

Generally, have a look at tools for DJs, they often work with four "decks" (stereo tracks).

And, you do not, IMHO, need controller that supports MACKIE protocol, MIDI should work as well.

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

Kubrak wrote:

And, you do not, IMHO, need controller that supports MACKIE protocol, MIDI should work as well.

Thanks for the suggestions, Kubrak.
MIDI does work for some functions, but unfortunately level/fader control requires the Mackie protocol.

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Mackie Protocol enabling is part of Fireface Settings Dialog ?
This is the driver settings and I think it will not be part of standalone mode,
You may buy a Behringer X-touch with send back option in case it doesn't work.

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waedi wrote:

Mackie Protocol enabling is part of Fireface Settings Dialog ?
This is the driver settings and I think it will not be part of standalone mode,
You may buy a Behringer X-touch with send back option in case it doesn't work.

Thank you, waedi.
I know that RME tested the Behringer BCR200 and it does work in standalone, but obviously it isn't compact and quite heavy.
I'll take a look at the X-Touch controllers (though I'd be happy to avoid Behringer if there are other options, honestly).

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

Still looking....
If anyone has more suggestions

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

You can use the ARC USB also directly connected to the Durec USB port for standalone use.
From the user manual :
Connector for USB stick or USB hard drive. Offers direct recording to / play-
back from the external memory device. Alternatively connector for the optional Advanced Remote
Control USB (ARC USB) when the UCX II is used in stand-alone and Class Compliant mode. This
port can also be used instead of connecting the ARC USB to the computer.

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

@MC
There is a small mistake in the user manual UCXll
On page 4 it says the ARC Options are on page 53, but they are on page 51 !
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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

waedi wrote:

You can use the ARC USB also directly connected to the Durec USB port for standalone use.

Really?
That'd be very nice, but I thought the ARC USB cannot control individual channels' levels in standalone mode...
I'll have to read the ARC's manual again.
Thanks

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

waedi wrote:

@MC
There is a small mistake in the user manual UCXll
On page 4 it says the ARC Options are on page 53, but they are on page 51 !

Even worse: it said UFX III, and the whole chapter was missing in the German version. All fixed - thanks.

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Re: Help me find a controller for UCX II standalone

Bumping my thread for more suggestions smile

@MC
Here's a feature request for the UCX II:
Open the device for full MIDI control in standalone mode, without the need for the Mackie protocol.
Or, expand the ARC USB's functionality for standalone.