I haven't heard anything from my friends @ Resoulme concerning the use of the react with their software - yet... ; )
Before the React I was using another controller that outputs continuous information (only the jog wheel and the cross fader do this on the React). I was then able to use the controller to adjust the in and out points gradually in either direction.
The knobs on the React only send a 01 or a 0F depending which way they are turned. This is fine for all the sliders in Resoulme - but doesn't work when trying to assign them to the in and out points.
The fellows at netzteil.at - the people who build this interface - have told me that the configuration tool for React will be ready in 2 weeks. I am hoping that at this time I will be able to change the mode of the controllers to send continuos information.
If not - then I will have to prevail upon the good folks at Resolume to modify the clip in / out midi reception to handle Reacts current output.
We all have to remember that everyone who uses the controller will do so in their own way and wish to configure it do what they want. Some will try configurations that have never been attempted before and along the way discover areas that need adjustment. This is all part of the fun of being early adopters of new technology! We may even get to have input that will shape the outcome of the final products. After all, the information cards included with the hardware specify a configuration tool for windows - yet it is still under development!
The issue with the shifting function of the keys - must be an oversight in the current setup as shipped from the factory. As far as I know ALL of the YELLOW keys are to be shiftable. Otherwise why provide the shift / shift lock key?
I'm not worried. I know that all involved in the collaberation between the people at Resolume and those at Netzteil want the same thing: The perfect marriage between software and hardware. Thus, with feedback from the users, adjustments can be made that will benefit everyone who uses this combination.
Don't let my original post throw you off. This is a top quality controller with a well thought out layout and way above average build quality. Money well spent.
I know I am well on my way to being a very satisfied customer!
BTW - since I'm ranting - I'm a control freak. I am going through exactly the same process with another controller (
http://www.jazzmutant.com). The software has been upgraded many times, always fixing glitches and improving the functionality of the unit. I've found and reported problems from earlier versions of the programming interface and even had some functionality requests included in recent releases of the software. The beauty of todays technology is it's ability to be redefined and updated as need arises. The Lemur is an amzing controller - one of the best on the planet. I have spent a lot of time with it and have used it as a controller for resolume with great success. However - as I am performing both live audio and live video simultaneously the React is a better controller to hande Resolume. The Lemur can not be controlled without looking directly at it - so as to see what you are controlling. Once familliar with the React's position of knobs, faders and buttons, you can operate the controller by touch - while looking the other way and doing something else with another controller!
Keeping it real.
Real Krazy.
Synner
