I need a controller that will:
CHASES:
Use chases to set movement of (2) autospot 150�s. I need different Chases that
1) use predetermined speeds (slow fast or anywhere in between) - OR
2) run from an audio trigger. (must have an audio line in on the device)
I need different chases to be assigned to be one of these options. ie. I can�t turn on �audio trigger� on the controller and have it change the speed of my �predetermined speed� chases.
SCENES
To set a number of PAR cans, color changers and effect lights to some particular mood, and then run a chase at the same time.
AUDIO TRIGGER
I need an audio input, so I can selectivly determine what triggers the chase. In my case, I�ll run a line off the board from the kick drum. This is to be used for the �audio activated chases�
MIDI
I must be able to run the show from a foot controller. In this case, being able to select the desired scene, which may contain embedded chases. These embedded chases may run a predetermined speeds, or run from the audio trigger.
FOOT CONTROLLER
The stuff in the MIDI section above needs to be run from a foot controller. So I need access to several dozen scenes, using MIDI �note on� signals. I realize many controllers use MIDI note signals to *toggle* a scene on or off. I would prefer to have the controller NOT toggle the scene off, but this isn�t a requirement.
I don't expect the light controller to come with a foot controller, I currently use a Beh*****r midi foot controller that sends midi note info, and plan on using this with the controller
CURRENLTY
I use a DMX operator, It works fine for scenes, but fails terribly in regards to chases.
MY RESEARCH
Considering controllers from ADJ/elation, C****t and M****n, my reading has shown that the least expensive controller that will do this is the Show Designer.
What do you think???
THANKS in advance for your opinions!
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