I've been using the Akai LPD8 solely for my 4-band EQ panel, and my APC40 does the rest of the work. I couldn't find a spot to fit the EQ on the APC40 so I've kept it with the little LPD8 for a while now.
Now I wanna upgrade, just for the EQ panel. I was thinking a kontrol x1 for the EQ + other functions (with traktor 2 coming out I could use those extra buttons/knobs for functions), but I hear it's not great for the EQ? Apparently the feel of the knobs aren't optimal? I don't know, I haven't actually felt the thing...opinions on this from users of the product?
Anyway what do you guys recommend? I want a midi that is:
-Not extremely expensive, but I can spend maybe 200-300 max.
-Much more studier than an LPD8
-Not huge, it's gotta be able to place nicely with a big apc40. Ideally below or to the side of the apc40
-HAS TO BE ABLE TO HAVE 4-BAND EQ (this is crucial because I don't use 3-band eq)
-Would be nice if it had some extra buttons/knobs for other functions, kinda need a few more buttons...or maybe even a fader or 2
-LED lights would be ideal with it
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