Providing motorized faders and hands-on control over multiple digital programs, the Behringer BCF2000 controller is an indispensable part of any studio.
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Manufacturer's Description for Behringer BCF2000 MIDI Controller with Faders
Bridging the gap of the analog/digital divide, the Behringer BCF2000 gives you command over your virtual gear in programs like Cubase(R), Cakewalk(R), Logic(R) Audio, Ableton(R), and a multitude of other major audio software apps. While software-based music creation has done much to eliminate the bulky inconvenience of hardware rigs, it has left a void in the realm of tactile, real-time control. It is this void that the Behringer BCF2000 fills with style.
All Hands on Deck
The BCF2000 is an innovative, hands-on control surface with ultra-precise 100-mm motorized faders for the ultimate control of virtual mixers, organ-drawbars, synths and samplers. You can make coordinated simultaneous fades that can't be performed with a mouse--and the faders are motorized for automated control!
A Full-Featured Controller
The BCF2000 is USB compatible and provides full MIDI In/Out/Thru capability. The eight (8) endless rotary encoders, each with a 15-element LED indicator, have a special push-to-set function that allows you to select, adjust and control a myriad of functions. Assign a dedicated knob, fader or key to your most frequently used functions and make edits without touching the mouse. Tweak "front panel" settings by simply turning a knob or sliding a fader. It's like having the real knobs and faders for every control on the screen! Best of all, discover just how awesome MIDI can be!
Get Hooked Up
Simply connect your BCF2000 to your computer via USB. Then assign and control MIDI/audio sequencers, software mixers or virtual synths/plug-ins with real knobs and faders--without using your mouse! You'll spend less time reaching for your mouse and more time enjoying music creation! Redefine how you make music. Be in control with the BCF2000! Stop by your local BEHRINGER dealer and push those faders around.
Features
- Unique, total-recall, cascadable desktop MIDI controller with analog feel and intuitive user interface - 8 ultra-precise, 100-mm, motorized faders for ultimate control of virtual mixers, organ-drawbars (inverse mode) or virtual synths and samplers - 4 virtual groups with 8 dual-mode, high-resolution encoders that feature LED rings and an additional push function - 16 + 4 illuminated buttons freely assignable to all types of MIDI functions from note on/off, control change and program change to MMC and system exclusive data - All panel elements freely assignable--manually or via user-friendly learn mode - Additional multi-function foot switch and foot controller connectors can be used to address all types of MIDI data - 32 user presets each with 4 encoder groups - Configurable MIDI and USB modes for ultra-flexible system integration - 1 MIDI In plus 2 MIDI Outs, usable as an additional USB to MIDI interface - Multi-function, 4-digit LED display with real-time parameter indication plus write-in fields for your own labeling - MIDI input with merge function for cascading several control units - Easy connection to any computer/expander, etc. using standard MIDI In/Out connectors - Generic USB MIDI support with Windows XP and Mac OS X operating systems - Additional drivers and editor/librarian software available for free download at www.behringer.com - High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life - Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany
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"wow guys, this is da bomb"
Sound:
just amazing, my recordings are so much better now thanks to the ease of use from the bcf2000. I can concentrate on making music finally.
Feature:
emulates baby hui and mackie, as well as allowing customized programming??? better than all other control surfaces in my opinion because of this. I can run ANYTHING with it, even pro tools.
Quality:
perfect I guess. nothing's wrong with the build of my unit. Great stuff. dropped it even and it keeps on working. Don't recommend dropping any control surface or mixer though, just for the record.
Value:
simply blows away the competition for versatility and compatibility and price (like less than half the price).
Manufacturer Support:
they've helped me get setup, helped me through a blue screen problem (which turned out to be sonar related), quick response, excellent english, technically smart yet talking to me in language I can understand.
The Wow Factor:
it's soooo sexy, flying motorized faders, flashing red leds all over the place. Very kewl, very professional too.
Overall:
just get one, or two. the more the better of these things (they link up)
Style of Music: rock, pop, dance
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"Sexy control surface will spice up your life."
Sound:
Well it doesn't really make sound except for the motors that move the sliders, but I'm rating the sound quality based on how improved my audio editing experience has been since I purchased and learned the bcf2000.
Feature:
Excellent features, AMAZING for the money, absolutely nothing else comes close. HOWEVER, I'd love to see a jog dial and the built-in led is something I'm simply ignoring except for the most basic startup settings. It does have a great on-screen display that runs in windows though, a free download from behringer, and that makes up for the tiny led display. faders are long (10 cm), slightly rough movement but very controllable, pots are great, buttons are, well, buttons, they work fine.
Quality:
I guess it's pretty good. Haven't had any problems so far with the hardware. I have had some windows conflicts with the behringer usb driver blue-screening on me (and that's the latest version 1.1.1.1 which is supposed to fix that). However I'm working with their tech support team currently to solve the problem and we're getting it worked out.
Value:
well it's unbelievable really. I never dreamed I'd be able to have a motorized control surface for less than $800 canadian, but I got this for less than half of that. How can you go wrong?
Manufacturer Support:
Very good support so far. I had the problem described above and emailed them, heard back in 2 or 3 days (which is somewhat slow) and the guy was obviously a techie type who I've found to be a very knowledgable and intelligent person with good advice. They're taking their time to not only help me with my problem but to learn from my problem so they can help other users in the future. I'm impressed. Very good service all-in-all. I've heard of much worse service from other companies, although your mileage may vary.
The Wow Factor:
moving faders, pro looking hardware, flying leds, only use your mouse for really specific tasks (or for plugins when using sonar 4 cuz the mackie support in sonar is lacking somewhat at this time). It rocks. It's sexy. My wife went WOW, and I thought she'd say "take it back" LoL.
Overall:
Just get it. Why use a mouse? Mix like a pro.
Style of Music: classical, rock, pop, classic rock, experimental
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