Icon QCon Pro X - DAW Controller

Full Description

Assignable Controls

The Icon QCon Pro X features a wide array of assignable controls and useful buttons for controlling your DAW. 9 touch-sensitive motorized faders with 10-bit resolution are included for precision control for your volumes and other parameters. These touch-sensitive faders allow you to make precise changes to your audio, reacting to the slightest touch. 8 encoders are also included for rotary control, ideal for panning, volume levels and more. A jog wheel helps to navigate through your DAW, perfect for scrolling through sounds, presets and more. In addition, 18 assignable buttons are included, allowing you to control your most vital parameters that may not already be covered by the other controls. Transport buttons such as Record enable, Rewind, Fast Forward, Loop, Play, Stop and more help you to easily navigate through productions and recording projects. This wide range of versatile controls helps to minimise the amount of time spent in front of a computer and mouse, giving you a natural hands-on feel when it comes to recording and mixing.

Precise Monitoring

The 12-segment LED display is designed to show the time location of your project in either the SMPTE or BBT format, allowing you to keep track of audio length and other project information. The dual 2x56 backlit LCD displays give you other vital information such as channel name, control values and more for each channel. An illuminated zoom button features 4 direction keys allowing you to zoom in on audio tracks for a better look at your waveforms, allowing you to make subtle changes without having to revert using a mouse. A stereo LED master channel level meter is also featured on the metering bridge, display precise information on your overall levels and stereo field. This wide array of monitoring components gives you everything you need to monitor every aspect of your DAW project.

Design & Connectivity

The Icon QCon Pro X is unique in the way that is offers a range of DAW specific custom modules. These custom modules are template covers for the control surface that are configured for the controls of your favourite DAW. The Icon QCon Pro X features flexible integration for most major DAWs including Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, ProTools, Logic, Reason, Studio One, Samplitude and Reaper. Once QCon Pro X is linked to your DAW it will always boot up in the correct configuration, even after being powered off for added convenience. Even if your selected DAW isn’t supported by the custom modules, you can manually map the function using the intuitive MIDI learn mode. The control surface itself is class compliant with most major operating systems for Windows and Mac and features a high-speed USB 2.0 connection for optimal performance value. 2 x 1/4'' connectors are included for connecting foot switches and expression pedals for added control. To get you started straight out of the box, Icon have included ICON edition Cubase LE and Samplitude LE. Additionally, ICON ''Quick-Setup'' driver is available for Cuase, Nuendo, Reason and Bitwig for instant plug & play compatibility.

Bitwig Studio 8-Track included

Bitwig Studio 8-Track is a professional DAW designed to let your imagination run loose. Going beyond the limits of traditional DAW's, Bitwig Studio 8-Track offers an exciting and inspiring take on electronic music production, allowing you to transcend musical boundaries to create fresh and unique sounds. With Bitwig studio 8-Track you get 82 premium quality instruments, effects, note FX and modulators with 8 audio/instrument hybrid tracks to play with, featuring two effects tracks, two group tracks and eight scenes. Bitwig Studio 8-Track will have you performing immediately thanks to the industry-leading hardware integration capabilities. You can connect all your favourite synths, drum machines and loopers and start creating straight away. And if you like what you see, owning Bitwig Studio 8-Track also entitles you to discounted versions of Bitwig 16-track or full Bitwig Studio so you can get the ultimate upgrade!

Features

• 8+1 touch-sensitive motorized faders with 10-bit resolution
• 12 segment LED meter bridge
• Stereo LED master channel level metering on metering bridge
• 8 Dual function encoders with multi-color LED indication ring
• 11-segment multi-color LED surrounding the encoders to indicate the rotation position
• Dual 2×56 large backlit LCDs to display channel name, control values etc. for each channel
• 12-segment LED display showing time location of your project in either SMPTE or BBT format
• 18 assignable buttons
• Jog shuttle wheel for scrubbing, fast search and control
• Illuminated buttons for each channel including Record Enable, Solo, Mute, Select and Monitor
• 6 illuminated transport buttons including Play, Stop, Rec, Rewind, Fast Forward and Loop
• Illuminated ZOOM button with 4 direction buttons
• 9 illuminated assignable MIDI function buttons
• Expandable to 32-channels using 3 QCon XS expander units (coming soon)
• Optional expander units with motorized joysticks for surround sound mixing, extra button units and extra knob units (also coming soon)
• Two (2) 1/4” connectors for foot switches and pedals
• Automatic and manual mode switch for accessing different DAW modes
• Class-compliant with Windows XP, Vista (32-bit), Windows 7 (32-bit & 64-bit), Windows 8 (32-bit & 64-bit), Windows 10 (32-bit & 64-bit) and Mac OS X
• USB 2.0 high speed connectivity
• ICON “Quick-Setup” driver is available for Cubase, Nuendo, Reason and Bitwig for instant plug & play compatibility
• Optional automatic DAW detection mode is available for Cubase, Nuendo, Ableton Live, ProTools, Logic, Reason, Studio One, Bitwig, Samplitude and Reaper via custom module
• Built-in Mackie Control for all DAWs listed (except for ProTools which uses Mackie HUI Protocol)
• PVC overlays are included for all DAWs listed (except Cubase and Nuendo which is the stock module)
• Bundled with ICON edition Cubase LE and Samplitude LE
• User self-defined (MIDI Learn) mode for other DAWs not supported with presets
• Easy firmware upgrade available via USB connection and iMap software
• Superior build quality and robust metal casing with Kensington lock port

Specifications

• Connector (To Computer): USB connector (standard type)
• Connector (To Extender): USB connector (B-Type)
• Power Supply: 12V2.5A DC
• Current Consumption: 2A or less
• Weight: 6kg (13.2lb)
• Dimensions (LxWxH): 473 x 416 x 188mm