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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 10:20:43 GMT -6
My touchscreen console is finally coming together... Below is a pic of my 42" touchscreen console, running Devil Technologies' DTouch (OSX beta) -- which is similar to the software portion of Slate Raven:  Flanked on either side are my wood rack cabs (from the folks at nice-racks.com), built into custom stands I made, to get them mounted at the same 25 degree angle as the touchscreen: Attachment DeletedI recently added a customized monitor controller from Mammoth Cave Audio, and am awaiting a Wooly Mammoth Deluxe from them as well. I am running a Sonic Studios Model 302 interface (a re-branded Metric Halo ULN-2, that includes a firmware-embedded Sonic Studio Mastering EQ). |
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Post by tonycamphd on Mar 11, 2015 10:50:30 GMT -6
friggin killer man!
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Post by tasteliketape on Mar 11, 2015 11:14:00 GMT -6
Way cool and if im.right the software is only 200 us dollars ? Devil technology s
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 11:57:24 GMT -6
Way cool and if im.right the software is only 200 us dollars ? Devil technology s About $275 in U.S. Currently for Pro Tools only. There is a Windows 7/8 version -- very appealing to some, considering the Slate Raven is still only OSX. The OSX version is in beta right now but is slated for release soon, although I don't know the date. I know the developers are working hard on it. Another thing -- they are trying to make the OSX and Windows versions be in sync with each other. Last, a Cubase version is in the works, too. |
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Post by WKG on Mar 11, 2015 12:02:10 GMT -6
Very nice!
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Post by jfoc on Mar 11, 2015 12:26:47 GMT -6
I like the VU meters & leather arm rest. classy.
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Post by ericn on Mar 11, 2015 12:32:21 GMT -6
Very cool!
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 11, 2015 14:02:42 GMT -6
I like the VU meters & leather arm rest. classy. The VU meters are a Ward-Beck piece (the MP4 Series -- ward-beck.com/products/meteringandmonitoring/mp4)... Very sweet, indeed. The arm rest is, in fact, real leather -- chosen from scrap at a local furniture shop for its similarity in color to the vest that Ben Cartwright wore on Bonanza! |
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Post by Ward on Mar 12, 2015 9:29:39 GMT -6
What touch-screen monitor is recommended for use with this software, and are we limited to using 42"?
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:38:36 GMT -6
The only actual requirement is that the monitor does at least 1920x1080p. I am using a 42" display, which I bought from Best Buy, and wanted to take advantage of the 5-year extended service program that includes "on site" service -- but only for displays that are 42" or larger. So, I then bought a Zaagtech IR overlay frame to match. The PQ Labs G4S series is an option, too -- it is the same series that is used in the Slate Raven -- and also comes in various size choices. There is a dealer here in the U.S. -- Peau Productions -- that offers PQ Labs products. I bought my Zaagtech from a dealer in China, that offered Zaagtech at the time, not now offers the PQ Labs G4S series, too. You can also use an Acer 27" touchscreen (uses capacative film technology instead of infrared). I believe there is a cheaper 27" touchscreen from Haan, that is similar to the Acer series. Here is some more detailed info I had posted over on GS a short time ago: --- There are sources for a capacitive film that can be added to any display, to make it a touchscreen, similar to the Acer series discussed here. It is a more expensive option than an IR overlay frame, but would allow going for a larger console size that could still be "affordable". One of the sources I ran across is the Chinese company I got my Zaagtech IR frame from -- they will ship economically, and if asked, will accept a PayPal payment, as long as you pay the extra 3% to cover the PayPal fee. Regarding touch frames, they sell the PQ Labs G4S series (same as in Slate Raven) and the Zaagtech X-Slim series (what I have). If you talk/chat/email with them about pricing and details, be very specific about your questions -- use itemized/numbered lists -- and request they address each itemized question. Otherwise, you may find yourself going `round in circles in trying to get the answer you want. The sales person I got the most help from is actually the sales manager: This is an example of pricing I received from Vanessa a couple months ago, in trying to help a fellow GS'er, for a 40" PQ Labs G4S: - Basic version (6 points) -- $513
- Standard version (12 points) -- $581
- Plus version (32 points) -- $705
[/ul] Now, I would likely prefer the 6 or 12 point version for 2 reasons: - I only have 10 fingers
- The more points, the slower the response.
[/ul] There is also Peau Productions here in the states -- cost is higher, but they seem to offer great support, and are English speaking. |
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:44:31 GMT -6
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Post by brucerothwell on Mar 12, 2015 10:58:00 GMT -6
btw... the OSX beta testing is still going, and Silvano Bettinzana may still be open to involving OSX beta testers... enquire of him at:
support@deviltechnologies.com
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Post by sopwith on Mar 12, 2015 16:21:17 GMT -6
This is great! A number of developers are getting releasing multi-touch software right now. I use a touchscreen to control my DAW mixers and effects, as well as playback in Live. The flexibility that you get with multitouch interfaces is just phenomenal.
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