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Euphonix MC Mix - what am I missing?
Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2008 7:26 pm
by Resonant Alien
OK, it is an extremely nice looking control surface, beautiful even, but I'm not really getting it.....$1000 for 8 faders, 8 knobs, mute/solo buttons? No transport controls. Why so much? The Mackie Control may not look as sleek and sexy, but you get a whole lot more bang for the buck! If I am missing something, please educate me.
Tx
RA
Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2008 7:42 pm
by OldTimey
because it extends the MC Control unit or something like that. euphonix wants you to buy the 1500usd section that has transport and a touch screen, plus additional 8 fader modules. that being said, i saw a video where a guy from euphonix used just the 8 fader unit to control transport. it just doesnt have dedicated buttons. you have to assign them or use a shift operator.
Posted: Thu Jan 31, 2008 8:50 pm
by BradLyons
Hey guys, I had a chance to play with this recently and I am quite thrilled by it (I am getting one). I'm going to be writing an in-depth preview on it shortly, but I'll try to write something quick tomorrow to answer your question.
Re: Euphonix MC Mix - what am I missing?
Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 12:42 am
by stephentayler
Resonant Alien wrote:OK, it is an extremely nice looking control surface, beautiful even, but I'm not really getting it.....$1000 for 8 faders, 8 knobs, mute/solo buttons? No transport controls. Why so much? The Mackie Control may not look as sleek and sexy, but you get a whole lot more bang for the buck! If I am missing something, please educate me.
Tx
RA
You are paying for the massive boost in speed. I have always been so disappointed to return to my Mackie Control after working on a ProControl or an Icon. Ethernet is so much more responsive than MIDI.
So I have great hopes for the Euphonix. Will also report when mine turns up.
Kind regards
Stephen
Posted: Fri Feb 01, 2008 12:11 pm
by BradLyons
Okay, just got a message from Euphonix that these ARE SHIPPING! I've played with one and I must say it's freaking cool! The feel is smoothe and responsive, compact yet it doesn't feel crowded. The speed is amazing as it's a direct connection into the software. It really feels like an extension of the software and not just "a controller".
Posted: Tue Feb 05, 2008 12:03 pm
by Resonant Alien
OK, I'm about sold....call me a sucker for a pretty face(plate). What's the story Brad - still no "In Stock" designation on the SW site.
Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 4:38 pm
by BradLyons
I was going to say, are you calling ME a pretty face? LOL
Posted: Wed Feb 06, 2008 4:56 pm
by Resonant Alien
BradLyons wrote:I was going to say, are you calling ME a pretty face? LOL
He he. Thanks for the help today Brad. Can't wait to get my hands on one!
Posted: Tue Mar 04, 2008 10:09 am
by Macinbowl
Hey Brad, did you get your hand in an MC Control as well? ( I know it's not "shipping" yet)
I really think it's the controller I need ( I use DP, Logic and final cut express on a daily basis) but I'm the kinda guy that really like to try before I buy any stuff and the canadian reseller is not willing to send any demo in Montreal... I guess I'm gonna have to rely on the opinion of those who tried it!
Posted: Sat Mar 08, 2008 8:14 am
by BradLyons
IT'S NICE!!! After the wedding and after I get a MacPro (YES, YOU HEARD ME!!!! argh)....I plan on one of these to run my FinalCut/Logic/DP rig.