This is the first piece of gear I’ve ever bought on launch day. Had an ACP Mini for a year but I’ve been dragging my feet about getting it properly mapped and labeled. For $300 I had to jump on this. Thanks for the review CT
evenings change... a dj is a person that talk and play music but now with technology improvements a dj can be a LD and give value to his trade. some DJ stick to play music and move the crow and leave the lighting to the others... I dislike the guys that try to cover everything but instead just mess things up and gives DJs and LDs a bad name.
I've been using Denon dj prime 4 lighting and I love it. For serato i had to midi map an akai controller. I'm glad soundswitch has a controller. I'm definitely going to buy this controller. When I do gigs many people come to me and love the lighting experience. I had the frozen movie theme kids party. With soundswitch i made all my lights turn blue when they did a dance performance. I enjoy using soundswitch.
So you feel this would be a good add to the P4? I've SS V1 and am not sure it makes sense. I ordered a P$ and have not received it yet. I am waiting to get it so I can mess with the Engine Lighting pages see how that goes for me. I'm a gear head so I'm trying to brake the habit of getting stuff for convenience over need.
I really appreciate the few real world instance clips included her. I personally would love to see a collection of videos like that where you discover all of the little caveats you can handle on the fly.
That's an awesome review on the sound switch controller control one! Your insight is absolutely amazing! I've learned some really useful and helpful tips from what you had to say. Please keep sharing, because I absolutely love your videos! I'm a new subscriber and I can't wait to see more of your content! Your expertise in reviewing tech gadgets is truly impressive. The way you explain the features and functionalities of the sound switch controller is so clear and concise. It's evident that you have a deep understanding of the product. Your passion for technology really shines through in your videos. I appreciate how you take the time to address any potential issues or limitations of the controller. It shows that you're giving an honest and unbiased opinion. Your attention to detail is commendable. The visuals and demonstrations in your videos are top-notch. They really help me understand how to use the controller effectively. I'm excited to try out the tips and tricks you shared in your review. They will definitely enhance my gaming experience. Thank you for putting in the effort to create such valuable content. I look forward to being a part of your community and exploring more of your video reviews.
i use the F1. ordered this and will decide if i need all the extras of the Control One with the larger footprint and missing the 3 faders and 2 encoders.
I've been out of the lighting production since C-19 March 2020. I remember the original soundswitch box. I started looking around at what new these days. I see you have a gigbar. I have the old version Gigbar IRC. It was nice to see it upgraded with some small movers. Nice new interface from what I've seen so far. Game changer for DJ's. The Gigbar IRC was my first lighting rig. The two universe is a good feature to have.
1st, I enjoyed the video and information. I appreciate you taking the time to give in-depth information about products. I have been considering a DMX Controller of this nature, and I'm new to dmx lighting. So my question to you is Soundswitch vs ADJ WMX1 Standalone DMX vs American dj Airstream dmx bridge? Which one is the better product or provides the greater benefit. Thanks.
Riiight!!! I have two akai controllers I’ve been using that’s taking up 3 ports. This thing reduces the number of USBs used down to 1. One Dj controller and one dmx lighting …. ✅ …Would be dope if it worked with iOS for Algoriddim DJ, I think my iPad Pro is up for the job.
It’s about time!!!!! And for 300 this is a no brainer win for me. I just wish it wasn’t bus powered. I could see that causing issues for us max guys who have to use hubs
thank you for posting you made a lot of this very clear, one question for you. can a run an scripted song on sound switch and have a couple of fixtures independently hook up to control one and run them as I see fit and it will not interrupt the scripting of the song playing?
Thanks for the vid CT. I have one of the original sound switch boxes so this new hardware interface is interesting. I always seem to spend money when I watch these product reviews. Lol.
Another Great Review Terry. I am wondering if you can quickly dial in a position that you want a moving head to go to. I often program mine to go to a doorway or to the center of a dance floor. With my current DMX software it is pretty easy to set that point up, but often a Couple doesnt find their way exactly to the center of the floor. With regular dmx i can make those small adjustments. Can I do that with Soundswitch quickly, or at all?
Thanks for the details, Terry! This interface makes much more sense than Pioneer's overpriced DMX box that has no controls at all. SoundSwitch should have added wireless DMX; it would be a simple, cheap, and extremely useful addition, that would greatly reduce external clutter. As a Rekordbox user, it's really annoying that I can't use this box. (Up yours, Denon; I'll spend my money elsewhere.)
I kind of wish for SS from long time ago is the bridge from software and hardware.. but the turn off is the monthly fee.. I would go out and retire my emulator and disco megalite.. but i may go with maestro DMX.. and wave the monthly fee..
I'm not a power user, but it was a no-brainer for me. I bought the APC Mini, but it never made it our of the box. I didn't have time (or willingness) to program something to make something work.
Terry you mention a monthly subscription price but I have the original SoundSwitch like you and was grandfathered in. Will this not work with lifetime subscribers?
What is the release date? There are barely any pre-orders set up. Looks like more shops are ready in the UK right now. Is ordering direct from Sound Switch okay if you are in the US? I have not bought from them direct.
For anyone ready the title of the video the Control One isn't a Stand Alone controller unless you're running Engine hardware, it requires a connection to the SoundSwitch software, .
@@ClevelandTerry unsure if you misunderstood my comment? What I'm referring to is the title calls the Control One a "Stand Alone DMX Lighting Controller" this term usually refers to lighting hardware that can be used without software. Whereas SoundSwitch requires a connection to a computer to operate unless you have Engine hardware. The reason for my comment is I've always presumed my controller could be used stand alone until just now when I attempted to do it and discovered its not possible. When I searched for "Control One Stand alone" your video was the first video result in Google. There's also a SoundSwitch FAQ page that states the controller is not stand alone.
I run karaoke and don't use a dj controller. Can this still be utilized for my karaoke tracks? I guess I'm still not sure how this connects with the music. Does it analyze your tracks in your library? Or does it analyze each track as it cues? Or is it analyzing it as it's playing? Thanks for your consideration
In the video you mentioned that you're able to plug the USB right into Denon Prime hardware. Does the same apply to other controllers? Or is that only an Engine OS feature?
when you load your show into control one do you mean load the venue or the whole playlist? like do i upload 50 auto scripted songs unto the control one? i have a few questions that are holding me back bad im slow please help
Are you able to shut everything off except for the moving lights? If so, can you have them point to the same spot like if you're pointing at the wedding cake or something like that?
@@ClevelandTerry I have some to test, I just never tried it since the upgrade. I'll try it out myself and see. I was just trying to see if I'd be wasting my time or not... Interestingly enough I used the hue lights (2013) for a gig before I started investing in DMX lighting. I just put the bulbs behind my white skims under the speakers and no one whew the difference at the time and controlled the lights from my tablet. I might have to put them back into rotation and free up the freedom par tri cans I use under my event table and speakers to spread more uprights around the room a little more if this experiment indeed works.
Thank you for the great review, I'm definitely interesting in getting one since I have a prime 4 with all my music on it. I understand that this will give me even more options for use. I currently use Chauvet Show Express and my Xpress100 DMX interface died not so long ago.
If I have the software and micro cable do I still need the sound switch box . I seen on a video where he just plug straight into the light from the computer
Hi Cleveland, like you I have had the interface box for a number of years and a fully paid for license. Will my current license work with the Control One or only the subscription option?
@@djrenetnt6626 you will have to use your current license. The control one has to have either monthly or lifetime subscription to operate but since u have it already you will be good .in other words don't sell your other dongle .if u do u can't transfer the license or u will have to buy a new one
I’m about to set up a small lounge with a band and Dj. I wonder if it would be better to go with this instead of using the micro DMX and the engine os software with the SC6000?
@@ddetongre No sir. I run the micro DMX straight through the SC6000M. I upload the venue from the computer to the SD card in the SC6000M , connect the micro DMX to the player, connect a wireless transmitter to the micro DMX and run everything from the Engine Lighting page on the player. The computer is left at the crib since I now have the full light show and music playlists on the SD card. Nonetheless, I'm still thinking about getting the Control One so that my wife has something to do while I'm playing music during the events.
hey hey Terry, Greetings from Dj Rickie in Germany.. i have a question for you about this new product. i mostly use Ape lights to iluminate my venues, so hier is my question. can i still use this control with my ape lights? thank you.
Thanks for another helpful video. I like it but after paying $300 I have a hard time ALSO paying for a subscription. I feel soundswitch it a bit greedy.
I’ve made the jump from Rekordbox to Serato and SoundSwitch, and after one gig, I was SO happy to have the control over my lights, I’m very active during my DJ sets with adjusting my lights to the tracks, and after about 15 minutes of my set, I KNEW I needed this controller. I appreciate your opinion of this unit, mine is bought and on the way! 🤘🥸
All this is great, but I’m stuck on the fact that it’s a subscription based thing. $300 isn’t the end of the world, but another subscription in a subscription based world is adding up 😅. Mind you, only subscriptions that I pay for are Disney+ and BPM supreme.
So im still not hearing anything about automated shows or sound/mic activated? Seems to me this requires someone to sit there and run the light show. How many djs have time to run their lights or can really afford to pay a lighting technician? Seems to me in this day and age we should have a program that uses your music to make the light move. I don't need a.concert.light show.but sure would be nice to have something that moves the lights to the beat of the music. I hear there's some companies starting to introduce smart dmc or AI DMX. I think I'll wait on them and for now continue to daisy chain my lights in master slave. This type of dj run controller will be obsolete in 5 years.
This is the first piece of gear I’ve ever bought on launch day. Had an ACP Mini for a year but I’ve been dragging my feet about getting it properly mapped and labeled. For $300 I had to jump on this. Thanks for the review CT
Most DJs have forgotten or don't know the power of theatrics. Definitely makes or breaks a DJ. Separates the amateur from the professional
Agreed
evenings change... a dj is a person that talk and play music but now with technology improvements a dj can be a LD and give value to his trade. some DJ stick to play music and move the crow and leave the lighting to the others... I dislike the guys that try to cover everything but instead just mess things up and gives DJs and LDs a bad name.
I've been using Denon dj prime 4 lighting and I love it. For serato i had to midi map an akai controller. I'm glad soundswitch has a controller. I'm definitely going to buy this controller. When I do gigs many people come to me and love the lighting experience. I had the frozen movie theme kids party. With soundswitch i made all my lights turn blue when they did a dance performance. I enjoy using soundswitch.
So you feel this would be a good add to the P4? I've SS V1 and am not sure it makes sense. I ordered a P$ and have not received it yet. I am waiting to get it so I can mess with the Engine Lighting pages see how that goes for me. I'm a gear head so I'm trying to brake the habit of getting stuff for convenience over need.
I really appreciate the few real world instance clips included her. I personally would love to see a collection of videos like that where you discover all of the little caveats you can handle on the fly.
That's an awesome review on the sound switch controller control one! Your insight is absolutely amazing! I've learned some really useful and helpful tips from what you had to say. Please keep sharing, because I absolutely love your videos! I'm a new subscriber and I can't wait to see more of your content! Your expertise in reviewing tech gadgets is truly impressive. The way you explain the features and functionalities of the sound switch controller is so clear and concise. It's evident that you have a deep understanding of the product. Your passion for technology really shines through in your videos. I appreciate how you take the time to address any potential issues or limitations of the controller. It shows that you're giving an honest and unbiased opinion. Your attention to detail is commendable. The visuals and demonstrations in your videos are top-notch. They really help me understand how to use the controller effectively. I'm excited to try out the tips and tricks you shared in your review. They will definitely enhance my gaming experience. Thank you for putting in the effort to create such valuable content. I look forward to being a part of your community and exploring more of your video reviews.
Thank you for the review! I was about to get the Kontrol F1 to map, but this is what I wanted. Just placed my order!
i use the F1. ordered this and will decide if i need all the extras of the Control One with the larger footprint and missing the 3 faders and 2 encoders.
I've been out of the lighting production since C-19 March 2020. I remember the original soundswitch box. I started looking around at what new these days. I see you have a gigbar. I have the old version Gigbar IRC. It was nice to see it upgraded with some small movers. Nice new interface from what I've seen so far. Game changer for DJ's. The Gigbar IRC was my first lighting rig. The two universe is a good feature to have.
Appreciate the review bro! I use the move alot. Been waiting on something like this to control it a little better.
Just ordered one of these purley on this one review! I wasn't over bothered as I use Prime gear but you've just convinced me. Cheers Tezza as always!!
This!!!! I can't wait 2 get my hands on it! Dedicated Soundswitch guy right here!
I have that , it is the XP1 , I mapped it and it work nicely with the soundswitch. but this standalone is awesome. thanks for the review
Just started with SS. Been thinking about adding a midi controller. Great review. Thanks for making this.
Thanks for the tutorial i a new dj a year now i just order this machine i think this is a good controller
Appreciate Cha bro 💪
1st, I enjoyed the video and information. I appreciate you taking the time to give in-depth information about products. I have been considering a DMX Controller of this nature, and I'm new to dmx lighting. So my question to you is Soundswitch vs ADJ WMX1 Standalone DMX vs American dj Airstream dmx bridge? Which one is the better product or provides the greater benefit. Thanks.
About time - I've been asking SoundSwitch for a dedicated controller for years. The Akai APC midi mapping was kinda cheesy.
Riiight!!! I have two akai controllers I’ve been using that’s taking up 3 ports. This thing reduces the number of USBs used down to 1. One Dj controller and one dmx lighting …. ✅ …Would be dope if it worked with iOS for Algoriddim DJ, I think my iPad Pro is up for the job.
It’s about time!!!!! And for 300 this is a no brainer win for me. I just wish it wasn’t bus powered. I could see that causing issues for us max guys who have to use hubs
LOL, LOVED THE "STAY TO THE END..." THAT WAS GREAT.
thank you for posting you made a lot of this very clear, one question for you. can a run an scripted song on sound switch and have a couple of fixtures independently hook up to control one and run them as I see fit and it will not interrupt the scripting of the song playing?
Thanks for the vid CT. I have one of the original sound switch boxes so this new hardware interface is interesting. I always seem to spend money when I watch these product reviews. Lol.
We all do
Another Great Review Terry. I am wondering if you can quickly dial in a position that you want a moving head to go to. I often program mine to go to a doorway or to the center of a dance floor. With my current DMX software it is pretty easy to set that point up, but often a Couple doesnt find their way exactly to the center of the floor. With regular dmx i can make those small adjustments. Can I do that with Soundswitch quickly, or at all?
Thanks for the details, Terry! This interface makes much more sense than Pioneer's overpriced DMX box that has no controls at all. SoundSwitch should have added wireless DMX; it would be a simple, cheap, and extremely useful addition, that would greatly reduce external clutter.
As a Rekordbox user, it's really annoying that I can't use this box. (Up yours, Denon; I'll spend my money elsewhere.)
hey terry. your video are improving nicely!!
I kind of wish for SS from long time ago is the bridge from software and hardware.. but the turn off is the monthly fee.. I would go out and retire my emulator and disco megalite.. but i may go with maestro DMX.. and wave the monthly fee..
This vs adj wmx1?
Seems like a great unit if you can find one these days
Hmmm looks like I might be replacing my MyDMXGo with this then I won’t need to have my iPad every time to do my lighting
What about if is a line up dj party and just me has the light show programmed?
I'm not a power user, but it was a no-brainer for me. I bought the APC Mini, but it never made it our of the box. I didn't have time (or willingness) to program something to make something work.
How you doing Mr Cleveland… how’s this unit treating you so far?
Akai did make it considering that SoundSwitch and Akai under the same umbrella of Inmusic brands
I know that and you know that, but I can’t say that. 😀
@@ClevelandTerry 😂 gotcha! Well… I said it for you!
Terry you mention a monthly subscription price but I have the original SoundSwitch like you and was grandfathered in. Will this not work with lifetime subscribers?
No subscription needed
I needed this video! Got some decisions to make!
What is the release date? There are barely any pre-orders set up. Looks like more shops are ready in the UK right now. Is ordering direct from Sound Switch okay if you are in the US? I have not bought from them direct.
Given that it's been 1 1/2 years now since this video... are you still using it weekly like you were back when this was created?
just orderd Control one!
Thx for info!
For anyone ready the title of the video the Control One isn't a Stand Alone controller unless you're running Engine hardware, it requires a connection to the SoundSwitch software, .
It literally says Soundswitch Control One in the title. 😀 Not sure how that would be confusing
@@ClevelandTerry unsure if you misunderstood my comment? What I'm referring to is the title calls the Control One a "Stand Alone DMX Lighting Controller" this term usually refers to lighting hardware that can be used without software. Whereas SoundSwitch requires a connection to a computer to operate unless you have Engine hardware. The reason for my comment is I've always presumed my controller could be used stand alone until just now when I attempted to do it and discovered its not possible. When I searched for "Control One Stand alone" your video was the first video result in Google. There's also a SoundSwitch FAQ page that states the controller is not stand alone.
I’ve been looking to upgrade my DMx controller and sound switch might just be it
I run karaoke and don't use a dj controller. Can this still be utilized for my karaoke tracks? I guess I'm still not sure how this connects with the music. Does it analyze your tracks in your library? Or does it analyze each track as it cues? Or is it analyzing it as it's playing?
Thanks for your consideration
In the video you mentioned that you're able to plug the USB right into Denon Prime hardware. Does the same apply to other controllers? Or is that only an Engine OS feature?
Hey Cleveland how do you add static colours in the control one. I am having a hard time figuring it out
Hello. What happens when the subscription is Finished ? WE cannot use it anymore ? Does it work automatically ?
You don’t have to go subscription. You can still buy the full license and if you have an older original soundswitch, you are grandfathered in
So if I have no lighting control, is this all I need to buy? What about wireless ? Thank you.
Hi there. What lights are you using in the video. Thanks in advance for answering.
That’s the gigbar move.
when you load your show into control one do you mean load the venue or the whole playlist? like do i upload 50 auto scripted songs unto the control one? i have a few questions that are holding me back bad im slow please help
Just got mine.. wish me lucky learning it 😅
great so this seems to be best since you can have red on then blue and control them manually
Thanks T
I want to get into lights for the longest while now .would you r recommend that device for a newbie ?
I would just start with soundswitch first and if you like it buy the additional hardware. A little pricey to not know if if it’s for you or not.
@@ClevelandTerry Thanks T
Are you able to shut everything off except for the moving lights? If so, can you have them point to the same spot like if you're pointing at the wedding cake or something like that?
Yes you can have unlimited scenes and there’s already a cake position. You just have to set it before you start
@CT can you use both DMX and Phillips Hue together? Can you order literally integrate your DJ DMX lighting with your house lighting?
That is a very good question. I don’t own any hue lighting to test that. Maybe I’ll pick some up.
@@ClevelandTerry I have some to test, I just never tried it since the upgrade. I'll try it out myself and see. I was just trying to see if I'd be wasting my time or not... Interestingly enough I used the hue lights (2013) for a gig before I started investing in DMX lighting. I just put the bulbs behind my white skims under the speakers and no one whew the difference at the time and controlled the lights from my tablet. I might have to put them back into rotation and free up the freedom par tri cans I use under my event table and speakers to spread more uprights around the room a little more if this experiment indeed works.
Is this good for a beginner like myself ? Don't know anything about running lights... help me out if you can... thank you very much
Thank you for the great review, I'm definitely interesting in getting one since I have a prime 4 with all my music on it. I understand that this will give me even more options for use. I currently use Chauvet Show Express and my Xpress100 DMX interface died not so long ago.
If I have the software and micro cable do I still need the sound switch box . I seen on a video where he just plug straight into the light from the computer
Hi Cleveland, like you I have had the interface box for a number of years and a fully paid for license. Will my current license work with the Control One or only the subscription option?
No subscription needed
@@ClevelandTerry Much thanks!
@@djrenetnt6626 you will have to use your current license. The control one has to have either monthly or lifetime subscription to operate but since u have it already you will be good .in other words don't sell your other dongle .if u do u can't transfer the license or u will have to buy a new one
@@DjTRockPrice Much thanks for the info.
Not all the way sure I need this. I'll determine that after it arrives in the mail, lol
Lol
I’m about to set up a small lounge with a band and Dj. I wonder if it would be better to go with this instead of using the micro DMX and the engine os software with the SC6000?
It's pretty much the same thing. IMO
@@ClevelandTerry If I’m not mistaken, you still need to run a laptop with the micro DMX at a gig but not with the Control One?
@@ddetongre No sir. I run the micro DMX straight through the SC6000M. I upload the venue from the computer to the SD card in the SC6000M , connect the micro DMX to the player, connect a wireless transmitter to the micro DMX and run everything from the Engine Lighting page on the player. The computer is left at the crib since I now have the full light show and music playlists on the SD card. Nonetheless, I'm still thinking about getting the Control One so that my wife has something to do while I'm playing music during the events.
hey hey Terry, Greetings from Dj Rickie in Germany..
i have a question for you about this new product. i mostly use Ape lights to iluminate my venues, so hier is my question. can i still use
this control with my ape lights?
thank you.
Yes it will work with ape lights.
@@ClevelandTerry thank you very much for the answer. 👍🏼
Does the chauvet Ils system eliminate the need for sound switch. I currently only own the gigbar 2
Only if those are the only products you use. Anything non ILS will still have to be controlled by something.
Is it compatible with rekordbox software?
Thanks for another helpful video. I like it but after paying $300 I have a hard time ALSO paying for a subscription. I feel soundswitch it a bit greedy.
Hi, thanks you for this video !
Can i plugg directly control one on djm s11's USB hub ? 🙏
Yes
does this work with denon dj prime go i dont know how to connect lights
Yes it does.
Would I be able to plug a wireless dmx transmitter into this? Or would I still need something like a ADJ wireless bridge?
Yes you definitely can!
Im diggn that sound switch but I dislike how they force into a monthly subscription...
I’ve made the jump from Rekordbox to Serato and SoundSwitch, and after one gig, I was SO happy to have the control over my lights, I’m very active during my DJ sets with adjusting my lights to the tracks, and after about 15 minutes of my set, I KNEW I needed this controller. I appreciate your opinion of this unit, mine is bought and on the way! 🤘🥸
Would this fall in line with or replace something like MyDMX?
Depends on your set up, but yes you could replace it. Unless you’re using the wireless part.
Works with rekordbox ? Or pioneer mixer?
Does not work with rekordbox. It works with serato, VDJ, traktor and djay via ableton link
Really could do with a comparison of this and the Wolfmix
Similar price (wolf mix $500) SS + C1 $500
Would be great to know
Good review
If they want to send it to me I’ll review it
@@ClevelandTerry Ah did not realise you only reviewed sent in items.
Do you think ADJ / Wolfmix would send you one?
How it works with Traktor?
I was trying to figure out what this this was for almost 4 minutes... It's never described in the beginning.
Its in the title. 😀 I’ve done several videos on soundswitch. This is for the people that use it.
Any advice on best way to set up 2 gigbar move whit soundswich ??
It has a built in gig bar move venue in Soundswitch!
@@FlawlessDJs what u mean
Does it always need a computer to work?
Yes for anything not a Denon prime system.
does this work with the gigbar 2?
Yes
Nice ✅ 💯
All this is great, but I’m stuck on the fact that it’s a subscription based thing. $300 isn’t the end of the world, but another subscription in a subscription based world is adding up 😅.
Mind you, only subscriptions that I pay for are Disney+ and BPM supreme.
You can just buy it outright like I did! No subscription needed
@@FlawlessDJs perfect! Didn’t know that!
So im still not hearing anything about automated shows or sound/mic activated? Seems to me this requires someone to sit there and run the light show. How many djs have time to run their lights or can really afford to pay a lighting technician? Seems to me in this day and age we should have a program that uses your music to make the light move. I don't need a.concert.light show.but sure would be nice to have something that moves the lights to the beat of the music. I hear there's some companies starting to introduce smart dmc or AI DMX. I think I'll wait on them and for now continue to daisy chain my lights in master slave.
This type of dj run controller will be obsolete in 5 years.
Anyone get this working with ableton link and rekordbox
I’ve used it with djay just fine. Make sure both apps are sending and receiving midi
Not being compatible with Traktor is a turn off
Talk too much to get to
You listen too little 🤷🏾♂️