Faderfox Debuts UC3 – Compact MIDI Controller

Faderfox has released the UC3, a new, fully programmable universal MIDI controller. The UC3 works fine with any music software on PC or Mac and also with iPad. A special script for Ableton Live is enclosed.

Faderfox UC3 midi controller

Features:
» Universal MIDI controller
» iPad compatible with camera connection kit
» Control surface setup for Ableton Live 8 is included (no manual mapping necessary)
» 8 push encoders without detents (resolution about 36 pulses)
» 8 faders with 45 mm length
» Crossfader with 45 mm length
» 4-digit-display to show control values and programming data
» 14-bit high resolution encoder mode for sensitive parameters
» Data feedback for encoders avoid value jumps
» All controls fully programmable in the device by channel, type, number and mode
» Advanced programming functions like copy, paste and channel set
» 8 groups for all controls
» About 136 commands per setup (17 controls x 8 groups)
» 16 setups with backup functionality
» USB interface – class compliant / no driver necessary
» USB bus powering –­­ consumption less than 500mW / 100mA
» Compact design in plastic casing with metal faceplate (180x105x70 mm, 350 g)

The UC3 has 8 push-encoders and 9 faders, all switchable to 8 groups that allow to control a total amount of 136 control parameters. All controls are independently programmable very fast and easy by a small display.

The factory settings control music and video software products right out of the box and are freely assignable. So any additional device programming isn’t necessary for many applications. The UC3 is also a great extension for your Ableton Live setup. A special control surface script for Ableton Live 8 is enclosed in the package. With that script you can also use two UC3 devices to control up to 16 tracks simultaneously.

The Faderfox UC3 costs €169 and is available now.

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Author: FutureMusic

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