# UMC32+ Build Log **URL:** \ **Category:** Hardware: Controllers, Mods and Gear\ **Created:** [October 15, 2011, 1:11am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219 "2011-10-15T01:11:33Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 9\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![suit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/suit/32/20_2.png) [@suit](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/suit)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 1:11am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/1 "2011-10-15T01:11:33Z")
**UMC32+ Build Log** Hi guys, Just thought I’d share what I’ve been up to for the past couple of weeks. Hope you like. I wanted an effects controller to complement my 2 midi fighters and make browsing through tracks a bit easier. Parts: 16 pots 12 Arcade Buttons 1 3 way rotary switch 1 UMC32+ ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/techtools/original/3X/6/a/6ad06c5ba6c22183976af2fe443619ca6a423ced.jpeg) The top and bottom plates are 3mm acrylic and the sides are 12mm MDF to add a little support. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/techtools/original/3X/e/f/ef028fadb54dfccbb3f17dc8f08a9dea2c989611.jpeg) ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/techtools/original/3X/1/0/10d083c79ff9b9e39f3ee02f11774a749888b7f1.jpeg) Spray painted with a black metallic paint with a stick on stencil to try and get the led to shine through the front plate, didn’t work as well as expected ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/techtools/original/3X/1/8/188aed73a8d99a0b1c3fe6c2b1a6d222b6018ef2.jpeg) Wiring up everything. I found by wiring the 3 way switch as on off on each of their own pins it can be used to scroll menus really well as the UMC does not support encoders. ![](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/uploads/techtools/original/3X/2/4/2444a3f0f77d7f8a1fce260f9e7ee959f3c74d0d.jpeg) Finished and I think it’s looking good. Now just to map it. I would highly recommend using the UMC32 for any one looking to get into the DIY Midi world. ---
**Author:** ![Onimode](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/onimode/32/14482_2.png) [@Onimode](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Onimode)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 2:48am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/2 "2011-10-15T02:48:21Z")
Interesting controller you’ve made here. How much was the entire project and how long did it take you? ---
**Author:** ![Gryz](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/gryz/32/12521_2.png) [@Gryz](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/Gryz)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 2:55am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/3 "2011-10-15T02:55:56Z")
Awesome job! ---
**Author:** ![suit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/suit/32/20_2.png) [@suit](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/suit)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 4:25am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/4 "2011-10-15T04:25:43Z")
> [@Gryz](#): > > Awesome job! Thanks mate. > [@Onimode](#): > > Interesting controller you’ve made here. How much was the entire project and how long did it take you? All up it cost around $250 to build. I splurged a bit on the pots because i wanted ones that had a smooth action and would hold up to a bit of abuse. Once i had all the parts and decided on the layout i had it knocked up in a couple of weeks. ---
**Author:** ![MiL0](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/mil0/32/12337_2.png) [@MiL0](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/MiL0)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 8:27am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/5 "2011-10-15T08:27:55Z")
the pots look nice - where did you get them? ---
**Author:** ![suit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/suit/32/20_2.png) [@suit](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/suit)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 9:04am UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/6 "2011-10-15T09:04:20Z")
> [@MiL0](#): > > the pots look nice - where did you get them? I got the pots from Jaycar. The biggest downfall I can give them is there tiny solder lugs but they have a smooth motion. I’ll let you know what breed they are when I get home from work if you like. ---
**Author:** ![DJDoubleYou](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/djdoubleyou/32/12496_2.png) [@DJDoubleYou](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/DJDoubleYou)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2011, 8:55pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/7 "2011-10-15T20:55:55Z")
verry happy to hear you’ve chosen the UMC32 it’s the best! ---
**Author:** ![MiL0](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/mil0/32/12337_2.png) [@MiL0](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/MiL0)\ **Post date:** [October 20, 2011, 1:25pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/8 "2011-10-20T13:25:11Z")
> [@suit](#): > > I got the pots from Jaycar. The biggest downfall I can give them is there tiny solder lugs but they have a smooth motion. > I’ll let you know what breed they are when I get home from work if you like. yes please 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![suit](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex001/user_avatar/forum.djtechtools.com/suit/32/20_2.png) [@suit](https://forum.djtechtools.com/u/suit)\ **Post date:** [October 20, 2011, 9:26pm UTC](https://forum.djtechtools.com/t/umc32-build-log/31219/9 "2011-10-20T21:26:35Z")
Sorry about the huge delay Milo. I had a look on those pots for a brand or some sort of marking they have Alpha on the base of them that’s it. [http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=RP8510&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=968#1](http://www.jaycar.com.au/productView.asp?ID=RP8510&form=CAT2&SUBCATID=968#1) I hope the link helps you out a bit more.