MOTU Integrates Euphonix EuCon Control Protocol into Digital Performer 6 Native Integration Gives Euphonix Artist Series Con



Euphonix, Inc. has announced the integration of its EuCon's8482; control protocol into MOTU'ss Digital Performer 6 audio sequencer software, giving Euphonix's Artist Series media controllers unmatched control over this powerful DAW. From high-resolution fader and plug-in control to advanced programming features, Euphonix's MC Control and MC Mix offer Digital Performer users seamless, tactile control over almost all major DAW functions.

We are proud to have MOTU support our EuCon protocol natively in their flagship product, stated Martin Kloiber, Euphonix CEO. Providing such tightly integrated, hands-on control of Digital Performer gives users with an unmatched editing and mixing experience similar to working on a large, professional console.

Unique features Euphonix media controllers bring to Digital Performer 6 include:

>    Preprogrammed Soft Keys that provide instant access to most top-level Digital Performer functions.

>    Soft Key Editor to create custom Soft Keys for any additional Digital Performer function or macro commands.

>    Data entry wheel to jog, shuttle, zoom horizontally, and zoom vertically.

>    Ability to flip any editable parameters from the rotary encoders to the faders.

>    Touch-sensitive, hi-resolution rotary encoders and motorized faders.

>    Ability to edit plug-ins, EQ'ss, dynamics, inputs, aux sends and mix destinations directly from the surface.

>    Direct Assign feature to lock any fader to any track in Digital Performer.

>    Ability to create and save up to 48 fader configurations as Layouts that saves with project file.

>    Toggle automation modes for each channel.

>    Ability to bring up the Mixing Board directly from the surface.

>    Up to 9 character track and parameter names.

Digital Performer 6 delivers a state-of-the-art audio workstation experience, said Jim Cooper, Director of Marketing for MOTU. Now, DP6 users can gain unprecedented hands-on control of their creative endeavors with the sleek and stylish Artist Series media controllers from Euphonix. When using MC Control and MC Mix to control Digital Performer, users can enjoy the sublime tactile experience of large format mixing consoles while at work in their personal desktop MOTU studio.

MOTU joins an ever-growing list of EuCon partners including Apple, Steinberg, and others to integrate native EuCon support into their DAWs. Setup is plug-and-play: Euphonix MC Control and MC Mix owners simply download the latest EuControl software update from the Euphonix website and run Digital Performer 6.01 or later to enjoy all the benefits of EuCon.

EuCon is a high-speed control protocol developed by Euphonix that enables simultaneous control of multiple applications and even workstations over an Ethernet cable at 250 times the speed and eight times the resolution of MIDI. EuCon automatically detects whatever application is in the foreground and instantly sets all controller displays, motorized faders and arsenal of controls to match. EuCon also allows Artist Series users to effortlessly switch between multiple Mac workstations -- perfect for projects that require using dedicated audio and video workstations. Furthermore, MC Control and MC Mix easily integrate into any studio, fitting perfectly between a computer keyboard and screen, and up to four units can be connected to create a larger, integrated control surface.

About Euphonix

Euphonix, a leading manufacturer of professional digital audio consoles and recording equipment, has provided customers worldwide with trusted broadcast, post, live sound and music production solutions for 20 years. Key products include Max Air, System 5 and S5 Fusion consoles as well as the System 5-MC and MC Pro DAW controllers. Euphonix recently released a revolutionary new line of Ethernet workstation controllers for the personal studio. Comprised of the MC Control and MC Mix, the Artist Series brings the unparalleled resolution and DAW integration of Euphonix's high-end consoles into the hands of the individual. For more information call +1 (650) 855-0400 or visit www.euphonix.com.

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MOTU Integrates Euphonix EuCon Control Protocol into Digital Performer 6 Native Integration Gives Euphonix Artist Series Con