custom keyboard

Danger · Post by **Danger** » Wed Apr 20, 2005 15:08

new custom keyboard hardware... up to 50keys
http://www.ergodex.com/

vjsnowcrash · Post by **vjsnowcrash** » Tue May 10, 2005 10:22

wow! has anybody used that? looks like a wonderful addition to my system - laptop + UC33e....exactly what a bunch of knobs and faders need....non-musical buttons!

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gpvillamil · Post by **gpvillamil** » Sun May 15, 2005 15:42

Well, I've ordered one. Should be getting it in a few days, fingers crossed. Will let you all know what it's like...

[Edit] I received it!

Build quality is terrific. Key touch is excellent, like a regular keyboard. Programming it for Resolume is straightforward and works well. There is a slight issue when using macros with shift-key, apparently Resolume handles modifiers in an unusual way? The solution is just to assign functions to keys without modifiers.

Now the challenge is to come up with a good layout...

Here is a picture of a first attempt. 5x4 matrix for clips, 8 keys for decks. On the left, keys to activate each effect slot, shortcuts for 8 effects. Then keys for activating each layer. Along the top, keys for setting the in and out points, and for moving them left and right.

Not very original...

[Edited on 16-5-2005 by gpvillamil]

[Edited on 17-5-2005 by gpvillamil]

Anonymous · Post by **Anonymous** » Thu Jun 16, 2005 09:47

Found a complete review for those who are interested...
http://www.tomshardware.com/game/200503 ... ex-01.html

gpvillamil · Post by **gpvillamil** » Tue Jun 21, 2005 22:34

I've been using mine quite a bit - I revised the layout.

Now it looks like this.

I picked up an X-Keys to use for the 5x4 clip grid, it's on the right here.

Post by **bart** » Wed Jun 22, 2005 10:53

cool! just wondering how the keys stay in their position? a magnet? don,t they shift easily? i can imagine they do when you're in the middle of a hectic show

Danger · Post by **Danger** » Wed Jun 22, 2005 11:46

that is a good question i think the only one who can tell us is gpvillamil he already buy one

VJair · Post by **VJair** » Wed Jun 22, 2005 17:55

If you check the site it explains this....

The buttons have a sticky substance on them, they can only be released by twisting them. when it becomes less sticky, all you need to do is wipe it with a damp cloth, and hey presto, they stick again

Fury · Post by **Fury** » Mon Jul 11, 2005 14:03

How many people from the Netherlands / Belgium would be interested in this keyboard?

I have just ordered a first demo-unit, and plan to import more of them within a couple of weeks.