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Digidesign Command 8 - USB Control Surface for Pro Tools TDM and LE Systems with 8 Motorized, Touch Sensitive Faders and 8 Rotary Encoders - Mac and Windows
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The Command 8 from Digidesign is a comparatively low cost eight fader control surface for Pro Tools TDM or LE systems running on Windows XP or Mac OS X. While there are several compact control surface options from third-party manufacturers compatible with Pro Tools, this unit was specifically developed for Pro Tools and as a result provides a great deal more sophisticated control over the software.
The Command 8 connects to the computer via USB and the eight bankable channel faders are motorized and touch sensitive. The eight rotary encoders with LED rings can be automated and will control a range of parameters including panning and plug-in control. The onboard monitor system accommodates Pro Tools audio along with external inputs, speakers, and separately controlled headphone outs.
The Command 8 also includes an integrated, fully editable MIDI interface and features a stand-alone MIDI controller mode. For post-production suites, Avid products are natively supported by the control surface, including Avid Media Composer. Additionally, the onboard monitor section alleviates the need for an external mixer for speaker control.
- USB Connectivity
- Inexpensive, full-featured control surface specifically designed for both Pro Tools TDM and LE systems (independently)
- Automatable and Touch Sensitive
- 8 touch sensitive motorized faders and 8 automatable rotary encoders with LED rings
- Onboard Monitor System
- Features Focusrite audio performance and quality, accommodating Pro Tools audio along with external inputs, speakers and separately controlled headphone outs
- MIDI Interface
- Integrated, fully editable MIDI interface and features a stand-alone MIDI controller mode
- Avid Compatibility
- Avid products are natively supported by Command 8, including Avid Media Composer. When used with Avid products, Command 8 can be used to control the Automation Gain Tool for recording dynamic volume automation as well as Solo, Mute and Snap Mode on and off
| Connection | USB |
| Faders | 8 motorized, touch sensitive |
| Transport Controls | Yes |
| Jog/Shuttle | No |
| Rotary Controls | 8 automatable rotary encoders with LED rings |
| Numeric Keypad | No |
| Display | 110-character (55 characters x 2 rows) backlit LCD |
| Multiple Units | No (may be used in conjunction with a ProControl, Control'24 or Digi 002) |
| Included Software | No |
| Software Supported | Pro Tools and Avid Media Composer |
| System Requirements | Due to constantly changing requirements, for comprehensive hardware specifications and system requirements, please refer to Digidesign's website at Digidesign |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 17 1/8" x 16 3/8" x 4 3/4" |
| Weight | 11.3 lbs |
| Specialties | Standalone MIDI controller mode |
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Pros
Cons
- Breaks Easily
- Unreliable
Best Uses
Comments about Digidesign Command 8 Control Surface:
Lasted just over a year before the unit failed completely. The fail problem (faint display/faders going crazy on power-up) seems to be pretty commmon on the Avid forums. Since Avid is aware of it, they should offer to cover the $60 per hour bench fees & parts for all systems, not just those under warranty.
Pros
- Clear Sound
- Compact
- Easy To Use
- Versatile
Cons
- No trim mode enable
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Professional Recording
Comments about Digidesign Command 8 Control Surface:
I use this for a home post-production studio, and have used it at studios around town before. Great, affordable way to get the tactile feel you need when mixing.
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