Procontrol to Dcommand

[mixboy bob]

Hi!

I know a Dcontrol would rock my world, but it's just plain out of my budget. I may, however, be able to jump to an 8 chan Dcommand. Are users that have made this jump seeing an increase of workflow productivity? Is it $13,000 worth of productivity. I know I need to sit at one myself, and I hope to within the next couple of weeks, but I'm just looking for specific thoughts from PC to Dcomm migrators.

Thanks in advance for your opinions!!

peace

mixboy

[Iain Graham]

I didn't pay for it, and we went to the full 24 channel version, but yeah, I would say it's worth it. It's just an easier desk to work with. Playlist creation alone speeds up my day so much. If onyl you could select alternate playlists from the board as well.

The plugin mapping is great as well.

Not footing the bill makes it a little easier for me to say that though.

HTH,

Iain

[mixboy bob]

Thanks. That definitely helps. It is a tougher pill to swallow when you're footing the bill, but I also know I've shelled out a lot of money over the years for PT, and I don't regret it one bit. I'm sure it would be the same with Dcommand; it's just the pre-purchase cold feet I need to shed!

Keep those thoughts coming! I appreciate them!

peace

mixboy

[Craig F]

I like the D-Command. If you are in a location that would have a demo unit (i.e. LA) try and get one that you can bring in something you have mixed but can/want to tweak on.

[filmixer]

>Is it $13,000 worth of productivity. I know I need to sit at one myself, and I hope to within the next couple of weeks, but I'm just looking for specific thoughts from PC to Dcomm migrators.<

The new features you get with the ICON controllers like Custom Faders, Custom Groups, touch sensitive knobs, the extra push button controls and LCD displays for the rotary encoders and faders, as well the dedicated EQ and Dynamics sections, will definitely increase your productivity. Another thing is the perception of quality and functionality as it's perceived by your clients. This is very important. Budget is always a concern, and these controllers are fairly expensive, but Digi has some leasing options that can help you get the equipment you need for not a lot of money on a monthly basis. If you haven't been using a control surface when mixing in Pro Tools, a D-Command will put you in a whole new ball game.