Melbourne InstrumentsRoto-Control Motorized DAW and MIDI Controller

Melbourne Instruments Roto-Control

The Roto-Control from Melbourne Instruments leverages the innovative power of their motorized knob controls to deliver a portable DAW and MIDI controller that redefines software and hardware interactions. Perfect for mixing audio in Ableton, creating realtime automations for software instruments and effects, and even automating parameters on a hardware device, Melbourne's motorized controller is ready to bring detailed control to any workflow. With its eight fully assignable, motorized knob controls, each with user definable haptics, touch sensitivity, and clear display screens for each assignment, you can take full control of any project.

Roto-Control features three modes to help suit your workflow. In Mix mode, Roto-Control becomes a powerful mixer controller for Ableton Live, automatically syncing with all track names and colors from your session. In Plugin mode, the Roto-Control is your perfect software controller, syncing effortlessly in a single touch to learn all parameters and instantly assign them to controls for your tweaking pleasure. Up to sixty-four plugins per track and up to 128 controls per plugin can be stored directly on the device, making it easy to return to a project and start creating immediately. Switch between mix and Plugin modes seamlessly, with transport controls available in both modes for a powerful, portable Ableton controller.

In MIDI mode, Roto-Control is a potent controller for any hardware or software MIDI device, with motion recording to get all your MIDI parameters moving. Record and playback up to eight parameters per setup, creating looped automations up to 16, 32, 48, or 64 steps. With up to eight setups saved on the device, the Roto-Control adds parameter sequencing to any hardware device in your studio, greatly extending the modulation capabilities of any instrument or effect. Designed with high-quality components and materials that are built to last, the Roto-Control from Melbourne Instruments delivers detailed control for any stage or studio project, bringing both precision and creativity to any musical workflow.

Roto-Control Features

• Motorized DAW and MIDI controller
• 8x touch sensitive, motorized knobs with haptic feedback
• Motorized knobs provide instant parameter recall
• 9x LCD displays for clear labeling on each controller
• 16x backlit RGB LED MX-style buttons
• 3 powerful modes:
  • Mix: dedicated Ableton mix controller
  • Plugin: control VSTs with seamless parameter assignment
  • MIDI: hardware or software CC controller with motion recording
• Motion recording records and plays back up to 8 parameter automations per setup at step lengths from 16-64 steps
• Internal storage on device for storing many set-ups in each mode
• Further customize your controller in the Roto-Setup app, and share your creations with other users
• USB and 5-PIN MIDI
• Includes carry bag