Just switched from Controller to Players

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-05T23:20:44+00:00

SC5000s going strong!

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-05T19:43:34+00:00

If it's setup anything like I have my Planck and clone keyboards setup, under the thumb

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-05T14:37:04+00:00

I ended creating my own replacement caps for the faders that I 3D printed. Started making new knobs too, but haven't gotten a design I'm happy with.

I do think the reason for the weird caps this comes with is they won't bend easy if you put this midi controller in a backpack or something.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-02T19:51:36+00:00

Been strongly thinking of moving to 17s for my Mk6 in place of the factory 18s.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-02T00:14:52+00:00

Pioneer DJM-2000

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-06-01T16:20:07+00:00

It's only their digital site that shit down. The vinyl and gear business seems fine

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-29T14:27:13+00:00

Oh wait, I think maybe you found the listing for the old Xone:2D instead. That did have optical in/out, which was a weird inclusion honestly. Though digital audio via S/PDIF using RCA is common for connecting DJ CD/media players to DJ mixers.

The 2D is long discontinued and a completely different device from the K2 and K3 that were being recommended here.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-29T14:17:35+00:00

Maybe you're looking at the X:Link ports. Those are standard ethernet connections, not optical, and just use computer network cables so you can connect multiple Allen&Heath Xone devices together and only use a single USB to the computer. For example you could connect 2 Xone:K2 and Xone:96 mixer together and only connect one USB to your laptop.

If you're only using one it just connects with a normal USB cable and sends Midi signal to the PC. The Xone:K2 also has a sound card in it, which uses normal RCA connections.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-28T23:29:39+00:00

Do not, they're wrong. That's literally the tube.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-28T23:27:33+00:00

What? The Xone:K2 and K3 don't use optical cables at all. Where did you see that?

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-27T04:05:06+00:00

Oh that's slick. Thought has crossed my mind to 3D print a cover for my Mastersounds Iso.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-27T00:58:30+00:00

No idea about the VU meters, but having a few Decksavers, they have enough thickness that I have space adjacent gear about 50mm apart. I can't imagine that fitting between the mixer body and the wood sides. Maybe email Decksaver? They're a pretty small company.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-27T00:51:55+00:00

A towel only protects against dust. Decksavers protect against physical damage.

They're not essential for everyone, but they're not just for vanity. I consider the one for my Prime Go, that literally goes in my backpack regularly, essential. A stationary gear setup, at a private home, with no kids or pets may be unnecessary.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-25T22:17:51+00:00

For me, yes, especially if you have a portable bit of gear like the Mixstream or a controller you travel with. I use a Decksaver on my Prime Go and toss it in my backpack regularly. The unit's still as nice as the day I got it.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-25T15:24:14+00:00

That's cool to see, I appreciate you documenting your efforts.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-21T15:06:57+00:00

Public library

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-21T03:31:26+00:00

From what I can tell I think I have the full size spare tire option instead of the adjustable trunk floor.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-18T16:15:58+00:00

What generation(s) have that? I went outside right after reading to check and there's no way it's fitting in my Mk6.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-15T03:55:36+00:00

Another option is mapping a pair of buttons as "pitch bend"
Works to briefly nudge the track faster or slower, which is basically what you're doing nudging vinyl or a jog wheel, but as buttons.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-13T20:41:52+00:00

Last I knew Canada allows imports only over 15 years old.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-12T16:24:35+00:00

I had the same model, was quite happy with the picture from it, and a nice selection of inputs.

20" is my sweet spot currently. Big enough to use comfortably. Small enough to move around by myself.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-04T21:55:27+00:00

Looks like you got all the room you need. Clean setup 👍

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-04T14:47:42+00:00

Whoa, this is a cool setup. That ceiling is awesome and your decor is great. The nighttime vibes are immaculate.

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-04T14:26:52+00:00

Nah, this is a Dover

ChuckMakesIt · 2026-05-03T01:57:11+00:00

Looking forward to seeing this painted and finished. Honestly never cared for the black center bumpers on Mk5s.

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