My favourite Controllers for Cubase - Ask me YOUR questions!
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Here are my favourite controllers for Cubase that I use daily!
What are your favourite Cubase controllers?
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More on the Loupedeck with Cubase pleeease! This is the ONLY video I found showing Cubase. Perfect solution for those of us who do video Premiere Pro and audio with Cubase 🤩
DOM....Make right away a vid about LOUPEDECK CT controller, PLEASE ...that looks pretty impresive.
THANKS for this video
Yep! I'll be waiting too. Thx in advance!
Same here! Would like a more in depth review, explanation.
Yes, that would be very nice. I am interested in what it can do with Cubase!
Hopefully there will be an indepth video about Loupedeck CT soon
Can’t wait to see more details on how you setup the Loupedeck CT
I’ve been using Cubase for 10 years and your channel is constantly teaching me new and cool stuff. Appreciate all your video tutorials and demos like this
I know the feeling I've started on cubase sx3 back at 2005 and am always excited to view Dom's newly released videos. Cubase 11 is awesome btw
Please can make a video about the detailed use of "Softube console 1MK2".. Thank you Dom !!😃👊
I do love the CC121. I've never been good with key commands but this really speeds things up, especially opening the VST instruments, which I use all the time
Yes to Loupedeck video! Thanks for all the informative videos.
Dom, I'm really interested in the Loopedeck CT, so I would like to see a more specific video about it!
Killin' video as always Dom! Awesome work!
Thank you, Dom for another great video! We would like to see individual videos for each controller. Stay safe!
4:05 I KNEW IT! Lol! I never worked with the CC121 but I have to say that the AI Knob must be very nice to work with. Awesome video Dom, you Rock!
Love the customisable Loupedeck. I use Metagrid on my iPad which has a similar approach and can add anything from CC & note data, keyboard shortcuts and even Logical Editor presets.
Hi Dom. I considered the CC121 and Softube Console 1, however, I have just bought a NEKTAR Panorama P1 Control Surface and I must say it is a fantastic piece of kit . It works brilliantly with Cubase Pro 10.5. It maps really well and has an easy learning curve. I wasn't expecting this controller to work as well as it does but it really is worth a look and is another one to consider. Great value for money too being considerably cheaper than the CC121 or the Softube. Cheers.
I love Softube Console 1 and their faders! I use them all the time!
Dude! Who wouldn't love to see a detailed review on that loop deck! Looks very promising.
PEace Dom! I would LOVE to see a Loupedeck CT tutorial.
Is there any good tip for the midi editor like ghost scale or tips on the chord track ? Thanks for all your videos you are a big help
Groovy video. Thanks.
i love my CC121......i only wish there was a way to operate the low and high cut pre filter buttons and it would be awesome if the function knob acted as an Alt button for the four function knobs which would allow us to have eight functions assigned instead of just four..... i use it for 1 and 2: set snap value up or down, 3: activate and deactivate cycle follows range markers and 4: open/close right zone and the function knob controls my main mix volume...
i'd be interested to know more about how the banks option in the 121 work because i haven't got a clue
Hiii Dom.. just can't wait to see how exciting this gets just as all your other stuff... Specially wanna know a reasonably priced controller for the cubase mixer.. God bless & Love from Sri Lanka... Rezi Ahamed...!
Great Video!
And YES....please make dedicated reviews of each of those 3 controllers, as well as the TC collection you have peeking over your shoulder.
The best and cheapest controllers are: a game mouse with programmable buttons (i use the Razor Naga with 12 programmable buttons on the side), then a gamer key board with programmable buttons (i use a Logitech G510) Then a midi keyboard with sliders and nobs ((i have an Arturia Keylab 88 that also has a pad section, but that is shit, unusable so..) get an Akai 16 drum pad (i have the Akai MPD218 and it only costs 75 euros or something, great for finger drumming) That’s all you need the rest is BS....or is it? All this hardware comes with software! Usable software. Akai and Arturia bring some great VST instruments. For the keyboard and the mouse, well you need one anyway, don’t you, for a few bucks more you get something really useful.
A sustain pedal and “volume” pedal that you can program to anything you like.
Beyond this, yes there are a lot of possibilities and we’ve only scratched the service (spelled wrong , I know, sorry about that, help me here). Breath controllers, motion controllers that you can put on your body for life performances, midi guitar controllers, new types of midi controllers ( roli Seabooard sounds very interesting but expensive) and not a first goto.
First understand your CC (Continuous Controller). every keyboard has pitch and modulation; USE IT!
"we've only scratched the service" => "we've only scratched the surface". Maybe help is coming a bit late, but maybe it helps in further instance. :-)
Another great vid to help me decide my move from Studio One. I asked in your Mixer vid, but this is more relevant here...
1. Does the CC121 keep you off the mouse and keyboard for the most part? Does the pan work with the panning & width of the combined panner?
2. I'm also considering a Console 1 and Console 1 Fader combo. I know you don't have the Fader, but what would you miss if you only had the C1 and not the CC121?
3. I have a lot of 3rd party, non Softube plugins, like the PA SSL plugin you used the CC121 on. Have you mapped any 3rd party plugins to the CC121 or C1? If so, is it a similar experience to controlling Cubase or Softube plugins?
Thanks!
Thank you so much for your video!! Very informative and well done! I'm still trying to setup for quality live music streaming. Do you do live sessions? And what's your setup/flow for being able to do so (playing for your audience, talking to them, ability to listen to yourself play via headphones or monitors without doubling up, etc) thank you!
You are great!Super Dom Sigalas!Respect!
I got mine when it came out too. Love it.
I'm up for an in depth review of the Loupedeck CT and Cubase. Been considering it for a while to use with Premiere Pro, Lightroom and AE. Nice reviews dude
I'd love to know more about how you use and customise the Loupedeck Dom
I very much would like to see a video on Console 1! I have one and would love to see how you are using it with Cubase. Do you use it on Audio/Instrument tracks only or do you also use it on Groups/FX channels (or Masterbus even)? Tips and tricks are appreciated! Also, I wonder if you can use the CC121 with the new Cubase comparison EQ? I am thinking of buying one after seeing this video. Thanks for another great video!
Hey Dom, A deeper dive into your experience with Loupedeck would be highly appreciated! Thank you for sharing your thoughts about CC121 and Console1, too! :-)
Yes, a video on the Loupedeck would be great. Does the software for it allow you to control the speed/acceleration of a knob that is mapped to any zoom setting?
Hi Dom, thanks for this video. I have CC121 and was wondering what other surface to buy, your input was great, I've ordered a softube. Please make a video on Loupedeck CT.
Hahahaha......I was looking for a way to control my metronome volume about an hour ago. I've had a CC121 for years and didn't realise you could do that. And I only clicked on this video by accident! Thank you.
Great to hear that Eric!
You got in my head, man. After this video I ordered a CC121 then quickly ended up grabbing a used Console1 mk2 with the Fader 1 combo- within 24 hours.
CC121 is like a tank. I had my for over 10 years and still my favourite for Cubase. Highly recommended.
Same here, got it from ebay. The latest version of Cubase didn’t support it for about 3 months , I felt completely lost without it. Couple of the buttons don’t click anymore though
I know the CC121 has the AI knob and can control the stock plugins parameters in cubase, but can you tell me, How much control ,if any, does it give you with 3rd party plugins? i am looking at getting a DAW CONTROLLER and the cc121 is one of 3 on my shortlist (see my previous post !) and have been trying to find this answer for all the choices on my shortlist!!! But because i use cubase pro 10.5, not been able to get the answer at all, for the CC121, the FADERPORT 8 or the BEHRINGER X-TOUCH? The answer to this question will really help me decide which machine to finally choose to buy? Sorry for this rant, but nowhere seems to offer up to date info, not even the manufacturers? I am hoping and praying that as you have has a CC121 a long time, you may know the answer? PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!! thanks you!
Using the Stream Deck and I love it. Just waiting for Dom to fully review the Loupedeck CT. I rely on Dom's opinions to make studio purchases. Thank you my friend.
Did you ever make a full video dedicated to LOOPDECK CT? I am thinking about getting one because of it's compatibility with all the programs I use. It supports Cubase and I LOVE THIS.
Ordered a Steinberg CC121 before you finished explaining how it work hahaha. Nice upgrade for my TP+AI controllers :) Thank you Dom!!
Me too
Plugged it today and I'm loving it
Man, I wish cubase would make dedicated controllers again! That ableton push is such an INCREDIBLE demonstration of what's possible. Sometimes I'm trying to get some controller to work and I just feel like selling every damn thing and getting the Push 2 and a good laptop 😂
Hi, I would also appreciate you making a video about Loupedeck CT for controlling Cubase. Regards from Germany!
If Softube was smart, they would send Dom a fader ASAP! Thank you for another awesome video.
Hahaha I am really keen on trying the Fader for sure!!!
You have very nice informative channel helping us all to get more from our device.
OK very cool video, Dom! If you make more detailed video about SoftTube Console, it is will be very great !
i really enjoy the behringer xtouch i use with cubase was a small learning curve but wasnt too bad.
I looked at many controllers over the years. Back in the 1999, I had one which I believe was made by Digitech. Some stuff worked, some didn't -- it wasn't exactly what one would consider to be "compatible" with Cubase (although you must remember that in those days I was working with Cubase 3.7 VST that a computer builder gave to me, saying "I can't make head or tail out of this.") This was my introduction to many, many versions of Cubase over the years, all the way up to my current one -- Cubase 11 Pro.
22 years later, I am totally sold on Cubase. I wish I could say the same about the controllers.
On my side I control Cubase with a combination of Avid Artist (using Eucon protocol), which is pretty limited integration wise, but I love the 8 motorized faders + the LCD screens which allow me to look where I am in my session without looking at Cubase, and a Stream Deck XL from Elgato, which I use in combination with Keyboard Maestro for very advanced macros.
I just bought a loupe deck CT. It is arriving next week. Thanks for this video. I wondered what computer keyboard you are using. That thing looks sweet. Let us know. Thanks!
The Loop Deck looks amazing! I would be interested in seeing more of it
me too! :-)
Yes! Please do a video on that controller. 👍
Yes please!!
Me too 🙋🏻♂️
YES
Hi Dom! First of all thank you for all your videos and I wish you make deeply video how to use Softubr Console 1 with Cubase and if you may answer please, what headphones model you using for mixing and mastering? Is it Sennheiser HD650 maybe? Thank you
Loupe deck looks interesting with Cubase I would like for you to do to a review And also the Nektar Aura.
On my CC121, I use the assignable buttons to zoom in/out and up/down. Huge time saver.
Did you ever make a full video on the Loopdeck CT with Cubase??? I would REALLY like one! 🙏🏽
Console 1 looks great, I was thinking about buying it for months. I have now decided against it simply because it only controls Softube plugins. I want something to control Cubase EQ, pass filters, panning and track levels..... My search continues. I also want to continue to use the amazing plugins I have in my work flow. Thank you for the clarity
Dom, I recently bought a Tascam model 12 mixer that also acts as an interface and Cubase Daw controller using Mackie Control to connect both. All works, transport controls work, panning, record enable, etc all works as expected. The problem I have is when I load up a vst to any Cubase track, the Model 12 fader for the track raises and lowers volume, but at the same time it seems to raise and lower the pitch for the loaded instrument. It’s like the faders have both velocity and pitch controls assigned to it. Is there a setting I can check in Cubase to disassociate pitch mapping from the Mod 12 faders?
Great video Dom. I've used many controllers too. Mackie MCU are junk, used several of them and they die after continuous use (backlights and faders).
Just switched to the SSL Nucleus2 for console-like control. I still require two hands worth of faders during mixing!
Console 1 is on the list as a nice plugin interface (use a lot of UA plugins here).
Also have the StreamDeck, which is a great little macro button controller for both Cubase and Wavelab and relatively inexpensive. A bit like the Loupedeck, but smaller and also fully customisable with LCD buttons and pages.
Geoff Swan Console 1 and Nucleus2 are made for each other. If you came up on SSL desks, that combo brings you home. The 4000E comes with it and beats all the others sonically. But I’m a 9000 guy, extended top and bottom, and the 9000K was the ONLY way to go......until a few weeks ago with Brainworks 9000J. Haven’t yet compared, but Michael Brauer helped them develop it, and has me convinced that it is The One! That said, unless it’s night and day, which it won’t be, nothing beats the hands on control of Console 1.
I use an old Mackie Control and are happy with it. I decided for years for the Mackie Control because I need the ability to solo and mute several channels at the same time which isn't easy with a one channel controller.
Great video Dom.
I'm a user of the CC121 and have been for many years. It was a great investment. It was nice to know that you use it and have been for many years too. I think I might re-assign one of my function buttons after watching what you do with yours! 👍
Just a side note Dom. I have mentioned it in the comments of your A/B video (which you link to in this one) for reference tracks. You need to make clear that the blue button marked Cues (in the Control Room) needs to be to activated for it to work as you have shown in the video. Just a thought... 😉
Thanks Kevin! Yes so many things to go through. Most people seem to get the A/B trick correctly though :)
I like this one 😀
Great video thank you, just getting back into music production after many years away from it. Gonna look into the Steinberg controller. Also, love the look of the keyboard you have, where did u get it from? Thanks again :D
Yes, please make a Loupedeck CT video.
Hi Dom - please can you do a more detailed demo of Loupedeck (or have you already)? Many thanks!
Thanks Dom. I'm digging the typewriter button keyboard : ) I'm using the discontinued Steinberg CMC controllers (CH, QC, and PD). You can still find them on ebay sometimes. I wish Steinberg would come out with a faderport like controller or a cheaper nuage alternative. What do you think about the Softube 1 Fader?
Thanks Man! I haven’t tried the fader yet but it looks very very cool! I will try to get my hands on it for sure!
When are you going to make full tutorials beginning to end finish cubase project you are a good teacher Dom. And passionate about music and oh yeah Cubase.
Nice controllers! For those on a budget, I can offer up these cheaper alternatives that I have and find useful:
-Steinberg CMC series
They don't actually make these anymore, but you can find used ones eBay or elsewhere. I'll state right out that I went all-in on these years ago and have every model they made, and don't use most on them. Their touch-faders look way cool but are kinda useless in practice. The ones I still use regularly are the CMC-AI (mainly for the AI knob controller that does the same mouse-over control that the CC121 does in this video), and the CMC-TP for transport control. I also use the CMC-PD to lay down quick beats, but there are other solutions out there for that;. my CMC-PD happens to still be set up in my CMC rack so it's handy.
-Presonus Faderport
This gives me the motorized single fader that follows whatever track you're currently on. Its transport controls are ok as well...not as tightly integrated to Cubase as the CMC-TP, but y Presonus is on the opposite side of my desk as my CMC-TP, so I have transport control capabilities wherever I happen to be facing.
-Streamdeck
Cheaper alternative to the Loupedeck...no variable controllers, just buttons you can assign images and keystroke macros to. I could easily live without this, but it is handy now and then. I suppose if you have a bunch of custom macros you use often and would be happier with a dedicated controller for them rather than using the keyboard it might be more useful.
Just tossing it out there for what its worth in case you can pick these up cheap.
Have you tried the Faderport 16? Chris Miles from Mixdown online demoed it recently. I wish we had something like the Novation SL MxIII that had full Cubase integration.
wow. How you configurate a loupdesk, like zoom and so on? Can ypu made a video tutor please? Thanks
Great vid! A video on the Console One would be cool, please ;)
Hi.
I have a brand new Arturia Keylab 88 Mk 2. I bought it because of all in one functions (good keys, pads, faders and knobs). But I discovered a lot of problems when I connected it in Cubase 11.
I have a Faderport 16 also for mixing. It is connected with Mackie Control in Cubase and faders and transport buttons (play, stop, forward and so on) are working good.
I need the Arturia’s faders and knobs just as a VST instruments CC controllers. I use a Spitfire instruments and always need CC 1, CC 11, CC 21 and more…
I connected my Arturia in Cubase same way as a Faderport 16 (Mackie Control) and use a DAW mode. When I push a Arturia transport buttons (play, stop, forward) and move faders up and down, Faderport 16 faders are mowing same time and buttons are on.
I tried to setup Arturia in Cubase in Generic Mode, then Track Quick Controls and VST Quick Controls mode, but no results.
In Arturia MIDI Control center I have changed faders and knobs address (CC function) but in Cubase it works just in User Mode without transport buttons, track controls and global controls.
My question is:
How can I activate Arturia faders and knobs as a CC controllers, and transport buttons (play, stop, forward and so on) in DAW mode (no user mode), and same time use a faderport 16 faders as a mixer? I don’t need Faderport transport buttons. I need just Arturia transport buttons.
Thank you
When you scrolled with the Loupedeck, it looked as though it kept going. Then when you did it the other way, it went back to zero. Is it possible to scroll the dial slowly (or quickly) without it being in "runaway" mode? Meaning, I would be able to quickly scroll the dial to a place I want to edit, and it stops when I stop? Like the jog wheel on the faderport v2? I'm hoping yes, because I love all of the utility to be had with this unit. I REALLY hope to hear from you, and thank you for always making GREAT videos!
I was using an older version when I did this video - since then Loupedeck have released several updated fixing some issues. But I will do a more in-depth video of it in the future ;)
Hi, love all you videos... Does your transport controls work with the Loupedeck CT? My doesn't work. Do you know this issue? Best regards
Dom I am interested in dedicated videos for the softube , thanks for your passion for music and sound!!!
Dom, I'm really interested to watch a video on Cubase with Loupedeck CT, please do it!
Hi Dom! Thank you for this gear review.
I've tried to find a way to buy CC121 but it seems that it's impossible at now... do you know if Steinberg is going to produce this gear again..?
Thanks again
Dom, thanks for the vid! My 2 questions concern Loupedeck, and I want only one controller on my desk: a) do I get the basic CC121 transport and metronome usability also on Loupedeck in a good way? b) can I manually change the English keyboard layout to my German one, changing the original Loupedeck Cubase template after importing it?
Yes, please make a video for the loupedeck CT.
Thank you very much for your video! I work with Cubase 10 pro. Can I use cc121 to record and modify the MODULATION (MIDI CC1) or EXPRESSION (MIDI CC11) in Cubase?
If it is possible, can I modify the Modulation and Expression in already recorded MIDI tracks? Thanks!
Hi Dom, I wonder if the knobs on cc121 can be assigned to other plugins like a ssl channel strip? Can I use the eq knobs on cc121 on another eq?
With the release of Cubase 12 and the midi remote functions, this topic needs to be brought back to the top and updated.
Dom- you’re a treasure to Cubase lifers like me.
I have another perhaps silly question. I am really new to being able to do quality recordings. I want to invest in hs8 monitors and understand that it gives the true, flat sound you need to hear. When I am mixing on the montage and cubase, will I be able to hear the effects I put into place like reverb, resonance, shape, depth, decay, etc through the monitors? Or do they inhibit the sound I'm trying to make? I assume I must take into account that consumer speakers will amplify certain frequencies and with monitors, I should mix using less of certain effects that I would use before because currently, I'm using consumer surround sound speakers. And from what I understand, are built to add bass and other ear pleasing frequencies.
Thanks for the vids Dom! Just wondering which orchestral/string vst instruments would you start off with for Cubase?
Aaah very good question! For years I was suggesting the Halion Symphonic Orchestra, very affordable and good sounds. You can get the BBC Orchestra from Spitfire for free nowdays and a couple more options would be the Iconica Ensembles and VSL Special Edition :)
Hey!
What kind of XLRs do you use? And WHAT a cool keyboard! What is that?!
great video dom, as always! can you talk about how those interfaces controlls the sends gain, please.
Check my CC121 video or my Console1 Fader video to see how you do it- I explain it in detail ;)
Yes please make a video of LoupeDeck with Cubase especially since this is almost a year old now.
A video for Loupedeck CT will be much much appreciated!!!!
I use the Nektar Panorama P1. It’s a well integrated controller that does a lot and helps my workflow, although it is often glitchy.
Sometimes it’ll suddenly stop connecting to Cubase and won’t until it’s restarted.
@nektar should update the drivers perhaps.
Hey, Dom Signalas, When do you an video explaine the whole softtube console 1. in Cubase.
Great videos! Have you ever Connected a Yamaha MOXF to Cubase 10 Pro? I am struggling to set it up to do more than just Transport - Volume and Pan. I would really appreciate a video showing all the possibilities of setting up the MOXF as a Control Device to do everything from Mute (easy) to Macros (Yikes!)
Hey Paul, I had in the past and it worked very well but since I don't have a MOXF anymore (I replaced it with the MODX) I cannot check on later versions of Cubase
Hey Dom, great stuff, as always!
Would you consider making a studio tour? Nevertheless, I would love to listen your opinion about these Adam little beasts.
Stay safe, man
Hey my man! Will do :) and I’ll tell you about the speakers on the answers video :)
What about the Cmc series? I always thought they looked useful as far as customizing a desk setup especially in a space-limited area like I work in.
About Loupedeck. Does it work also to control VST and automation via midi signals with the knobs ?
Thanks for the video. Please consider doing a video on controlling Cubase 10.5 with Slate Media Technology's Raven.
Right,, som years later. What Control surface do you recommend today? OS X Ventura, M1 and Cubase 12?
I think the CC 121 needs an update to control de HPF and the LPF on the eq section. What do you think dom? I use filters in every track. Thank you so much
Loop deck looks very interesting ... hey dom i need an help on the cubase.. i was drawing notes on 6/8 time signature at 70 bpm, snap on grid, Grid type is beat, on a 1/8 dotted note.. my problem is grid lines or the quantize or not accordingly alligned to the beats on this time signature ? why ? and how to achieve it ..? i,m not able to draw the notes to the beats can i send you the screen shots of this problem which i,m facing ?
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What is the computer keyboard next to the Loupedeck controller ? Seems great as well.
It's the Azio Retro keyboard, I have a link on the description ;)
I LOVE the CC121. It's brilliant with Cubase... Bought it second hand for 1500 NOK, the equivalent to 150$/£.
Raggo wish it worked with other daws too... its really brilliant
I got mine second hand too for 175 pounds. Its amazing, can not work without it.
Gents. When you move the real fader on the cc121. Does it move the daw fader? Mine doesn’t. If you move the daw fader with your mouse the real fader moves but not the other way round???
great video dom! Wich controller is best for controling sends gain...?
CC121 and Console 1 Fader (the first three) ;)
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has to be steinberg houston ive had mine for many many years and use it all the time..its built like a tank,has flying faders,has lots of customisable shortcut buttons,has dedicated knobs for panning,fx sends,eq,it can control vsts..etc its amazing its basically a cc121 but on steroids :)
at the time it came out though it failed because of a few factors..
1)it came out at a time when people wernt fully working with vsts .
2)people couldnt understand why theyd need this over a normal mixer.
3)lots of fake news and reviews ..many of the reviews i read at the time were later found out never to have even owned one..it was also before the internet had kicked off so people could only really rely on magazines or word of mouth.
4)it was way out the price range off many users at the time..it orginally cost way over £1000 but buyers couldnt understand why it cost so much if it didnt have audio inputs so many ignored it.
5)cubase was always liked but at the time magazines and reviewers all prefered pro tools so many studios at the time only used pro tools so major studios never bought this.
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i was very very lucky i bought this many years ago when steinberg was just getting rid of there stock i bought mine from turnkey london for £199 with a copy of neuendo for free.but in all the years ive had it ive had no issues with it and its worked with every version of cubase im currently on cubase 10.5.12 and its still supported and maps automatically within cubase.steinberg dont offically support it so no firmware updates but cubase program itself still does its in the device cubase menu.
if any cubase users see one for sale on ebay or in a second hand store buy it you wont be sorry just make sure you check the lcd screen is still ok there is a issue that theres bubbles in the plastic screen cover thats ok .it doesnt affect the screen o viewing mine has one or two small bubbles but in some older ones people have had bad ones and tried fixing it themselfs which have damaged some screens so double check the screens are still ok.
also if you have one it has a self check calibration mode which is useful and i do mine every 6 months.
heres how you do it.
turn of your houston
press and hold down the send masters andeq1 button
power up the houston
on the screen you will see calibration mode now on then youll see all the faders calibrate.
when its doing this just leave the room let it do its thing ,reason why i say leave is the faders are very very sensitive so if you accidentlly touch them or blow on them etc it will not set them up as accurate as the can be so just go make a cup of tea.
Hi. Great post. I have a Houston but stopped using it because there are no current drivers. I was using it with midi cables. Is that your workaround too, or can you use a USB cable? Cheers.