DOEPFER POCKET DIAL

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POCKET DIAL is a MIDI control box with 16 endless rotary encoders - in contrast to Pocket Control that is equipped with 16 rotary potentiometers. This enables a jump-less change of parameters - provided that the device or software controlled by POCKET DIAL features data feedback of the new starting data after a preset change as POCKET DIAL needs the starting values of the parameters of the new preset.

Another possibility is the increment/decrement control of the parameters in question. In this case the POCKET DIAL does not "know" the absolute values of the parameters but transmits only inc/dec data to the device/software. Only devices that features the data feedback or inc/dec control should be controlled by POCKET DIAL. For other devices we recommend Pocket Control or Pocket Fader

Privisional features (still without obligation)

  • 16 endless rotary encoders (alpha dials)
  • measures about 24 x 10 x 5 cm (not yet fixed as we still discuss the diameter of the knobs used and the distance between the encoders)
  • final design (color of the case, printing color and so on) not yet fixed, the above picture shows the prototype with bare metal case
  • available about April/May 2001 (not binding)