Best Effect Midi Controller?

[Pat_dj]

Hey all,

Im curious to know what would you guys say.

What is the best midi controller to control effects in a software.

At the moment im all rackmount so a rackable solution would be really great but if thats not possible, its not a problem.

Thanks

[sarasin]

anything with buttons and knobs dude.

There are so many these days....of differing qualities etc.

Have a look around.

[Pat_dj]

Yes i understand that, but I looking for user's experiences though.

[Nicadraus]

Yes i understand that, but I looking for user's experiences though.

For one, the NI Kontrol X1. Although it's not rack mountable but it's still a great controller for overall MIDI usage.

[photojojo]

I'll second the X1, that is until the new Xone K2 comes out.

[Pat_dj]

that new Xone K2.. looks impressive

[zestoi]

a K2 would be perfect for effects imho and i want to get one as soon as they come out. should give u control over more than an X1, tho that is also a very cool controller. for effects i like my scs.3d's esp as u have no issues changing layers, to control diff fx units, with full led recall.

[McBadderson]

It would help to know the software you are trying to control. The X1 is definitely going to be your best bet for two FX units and two decks in Traktor.

[gonzo.pete]

I use an AKAI MPD32 for my two deck setup.
Running Traktor SP2 with chained FX I have just the right amount of faders for the job.
Works a treat and has so many banks I can assign literally every other function to it as well.
Believe it or not using a Fader for FX actually feels better than a rotary IMO