I have an Evolution MK449-C Midi keyboard. It has 8 knobs and 9 sliders. Is it possible to use those "extra features" of the board to control panning or faders?

If so how do you do that?

My guess is that I can't.

Hi guys, I'm new here.

I'm to the point where I need to upgrade from Garageband using a used MBox with no Pro Tools---into something a tiny little bit higher end.

I need more XLR inputs for full band recording. At least 8. I'm definitely on a budget.
I'm not using Pro Tools, because it's just too expensive and limiting in the 4 input, 32 track max Digi LE setup.

i have decided to buy a control surface, but don't know which one to get. the Mackie univeral looks good, but is really expensive for 8 channels. Im lookin for maybe 24 channels? but if not, i can work with 8...anything is better than a mouse, right? i was suggested to get the Tascam w/ an interface (I'm not sure of the number). can i use that with my 2 firepods?

I had been doing some research on what type of control surface to add to my studio:

I use a PowerMac G4 dual 867 processors
1.75MB of Ram
Mac OSX.4.8 Tiger
I use MOTU's Digital Performer 4.61
I have 2 UAD-1 PCI cards
with a MOTU 828 mkII

I'm looking to improve my mixing environment by purchasing a control surface (or maybe a mixer) that will interface with my sequencing software (Cubase & Ableton Live) in such a way that I’d be able control track levels, panning, muting/soling, and so forth from the hardware instead of using only the keyboard and mouse.

hows it going guys...the newb is bak.

-i jus got a control surface Mackie Baby HUI™
nothing big..but i GOT it. i cant get it working, I tried different programs such as SONAR 4, and Adobe Audition. I put it under GENERIC controller surface...I Dont know what else needs to be done to get this working, can anyone help me PLEASE...

Thank You

Hey, I'm about to set up a new project studio and am looking for help choosing the right interface.I previously worked with an Emu 0404 and a small analog mixer as my interface, which was rather limited but did the job at the time.

I just ordered a Digidesign Mbox setup and have been looking for a good control surface, but don't want to drop the $1,100 for the Command8. Do you guys have any suggestions about a less expensive alternative or any advice for a noob?

Thanks,
Autolycus

Hi.

I was just wondering if those cheaper firewire mixers can act as a control surface at all.

For example, Phonic has a Firewire series of mixers called Helixboard.

Are any mixers like that able to be used for post recording editing?.

Im planning on getting a mixer for general uses and for live applications and what not.

Thanks.

can I buy 3 Behringer b-command control surfaces and basically have 24 tracks to control pro tools with?