This page about ADA MC-1 Midi Controller is a stub. You can help improve it:

Pricing and availability

* Product prices and availability are updated by Equipboard every 24hrs and are subject to change. Equipboard may receive compensation for purchases made at participating retailers linked on this site. This compensation does not affect what products or prices are displayed, or the order of prices listed. For more information, please refer to our affiliate disclosure.

Description

Experience an elevated level of control with the ADA MC-1 Midi Controller, designed to seamlessly integrate with your musical setup and bring precision to your performances. This highly programmable MIDI foot controller puts the power at your feet, allowing musicians to control their MIDI-compatible equipment without interrupting their workflow. Whether you're switching between patches, triggering samples, or manipulating effects, the ADA MC-1 ensures your focus remains on creating music.

With its robust build and user-friendly interface, the MC-1 is built for both studio and stage environments. It features a comprehensive set of footswitches that can be customized to suit your specific needs, offering flexibility across various musical applications. The versatile connectivity options make it compatible with a wide range of devices, ensuring it can grow with your evolving musical gear setup.

Each footswitch is backlit, providing excellent visibility in low-light conditions, a key consideration for live performances. The ADA MC-1's durable construction means it can withstand the rigors of touring, while its compact design ensures it won't take up unnecessary space on stage or in your gear bag.

Ideal for guitarists, keyboardists, and any musician looking to expand their control over their music, the ADA MC-1 Midi Controller is your gateway to a more dynamic performance.

Key Features:

  • Highly programmable MIDI foot controller
  • Backlit footswitches for visibility in low-light conditions
  • Versatile connectivity options for compatibility with various devices
  • Durable construction suited for studio and stage use
  • Compact design for easy portability

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about ADA MC-1 Midi Controller.

Setup and maintenance

  • Properly arming the track for recording is essential for channel routing in Reaper with the ADA MC-1.

    Source

Software and compatibility

  • AmpliTude 5 responds to program change signals from the ADA MC-1 in standalone mode.

    Source

Features and functionality

  • The ADA MC-1 can send program change signals but not control signals, impacting its ability to control certain software features directly.

    Source

Use cases and applications

  • Creating a hidden "MIDI source" track in Reaper can streamline routing and MIDI input for audio tracks.

    Source

4.0 out of 5

Based on 0 Reviews and 4 Ratings

5 star
4 star
3 star
2 star
1 star

Artist usage

Add artist
See how Paul Gilbert uses ADA MC-1 Midi Controller

Paul Gilbert

Guitarist

Mr. Big

...
Verified via YouTube

Gilbert used an ADA foot controller to change patches in his late 80s rack setup.

See how Nuno Bettencourt uses ADA MC-1 Midi Controller

Nuno Bettencourt

Singer, Guitarist

Extreme

...
Verified via Photo

Nuno used an ADA MC-1 foot controller to control his live rack on Extreme's Pornograffitti tour.

See how Larry "Ler" LaLonde uses ADA MC-1 Midi Controller

Larry "Ler" LaLonde

Guitarist

Primus

...
Verified via Ram

He used this from 1991 to 1992 to switch effects and programs on his SPX900 and MP-1. It can be seen on their peformance of Tommy the Cat on the Dennis Miller show at 0:48. Although the footage is grainy, the white stripe along the top can be seen and splotches of white correspond to where white text on the MC-1 would be.

See how Yan Yanenkov uses ADA MC-1 Midi Controller

Yan Yanenkov

...
Verified via Photo

Gorky Park's rhythm guitarist Yan Yanenkov used an ADA MP-1 rack setup with MC-1 Midi foot controller in 1990 when playing Roskilde festival.

Genre Usage

Based on how artists on Equipboard use this gear, it is most commonly found in the following genres.

Used With

Based on how musicians on Equipboard use ADA MC-1 Midi Controller, it is most commonly used with the following gear.

More MIDI Foot Controllers

Community setups

Similar

  • Added to Equipboard on by

    froloff
    froloff

    Gear IQ 292