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Description
The Evolution UC-33e is your ticket to seamless music production, whether you're in the studio or performing live. Designed with both novice and seasoned musicians in mind, this versatile USB hardware controller offers effortless integration with any computer music/MIDI setup. The UC-33e's compact design belies its powerful capabilities, offering control over 47 different parameters and featuring 33 memory locations to effortlessly switch between setups.
Setting up your UC-33e is straightforward, thanks to 33 pre-set configurations tailored for popular software like Propellerhead Reason, Ableton Live, and Cubase SX. With its intuitive layout, you can easily assign real-time controls via a numerical keypad, ensuring that each of the 47 controllers can transmit pre-programmed Sys-Ex messages. Store your personalized configurations in the 33 memory locations for quick access, and use the included librarian program to save, edit, and share setups with ease.
One of the standout features is the controller mute function, which allows you to position controls without affecting performance, preventing unwanted jumps in filters or levels. The drawbar mode for sliders enhances the experience for virtual organ enthusiasts, making the UC-33e an indispensable tool for both studio and live environments. Whether you're using it in a standalone MIDI setup or as a remote controller, the UC-33e promises to elevate your musical expression.
Key Features:
- 24 fully-assignable rotary knobs
- 9 full-size assignable ALPS faders with light indicators
- Independent channel assign for all 47 controllers
- 33 memory locations, including 4 one-touch access buttons
- 14 assignable buttons for sequencer control and data entry
- Multi-purpose LCD display for controller assignments
- Drawbar mode for sliders
- Memory dump facility for setup transfers
- Global channel assign for up to 16 channels
- Sys-Ex librarian software for PC users
Videos
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"DJ-ing" in Logic with the Evolution UC-33e
Reviews
PROS
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Works seamlessly with Ableton Live for DJing and effects
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Cost-effective for beginners in Controller DJing
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Highly customizable for performance programming
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Suitable for both music production and DJing applications
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Classic midi controller with easy configuration
CONS
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Feels cheaply made due to plastic construction
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Design looks dated compared to modern controllers
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Evolution UC-33e.
Software and compatibility
Setup and maintenance
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Issues with USB connectivity could stem from broken sockets or solder joints, a common problem with older MIDI controllers like the UC-33e.
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Build quality
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Knobs and faders on the UC-33e are neither premium nor cheap, with a decent weight; however, the position markers are hard to see in low light.
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Comparisons
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The UC-33e is considered more of a complement to devices like a Launchpad, unlike the MPD32 which offers pads for more complex performance and looping capabilities.
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Features and functionality
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The UC-33e is noted for its focus on triggering and adjusting FX/volumes, rather than the performance-oriented design of devices like the MPD32.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 7 Reviews and 32 Ratings
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Classic knobs & faders
The UC33 was my favorite midi controller used with Ableton to DJ (triggering and effects) back in the days, way before the Ableton DJ equipment was released. It's a rather plastic box, but I'll keep it just for memories.
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Yeah, but I bet it still works with Ableton and your current computer today, without a driver. How many USB devices from the early 00's can say the same?
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Great controller! out of print.
One of the great classic midi controllers. Feels a little cheap but it does an amazing job and very easy to configure.
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Artist usage
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One can see this controller at 1:45 of the video (particularly, the back of the unit and several of its knobs), as well as a brief glimpse of the corner at 1:07.
"I have 19 software synths installed and I have two MIDI keyboards, so I play a lot of things live. I also have a UC-33 controller, an Akai controller and some other things that I can play with when I’m up there. With all these things I’m able to do some crazy stuff."
The UC-33e can be seen on the upper right side of the desk in Tritonal's studio.
Tim Hecker has an Evolution UC-33 in this picture, as well as an M-Audio Oxygen 25.
In July of 2014, Guy J performed at Studio Theatre in Cordoba, Argentina. He used the Evolution UC-33e Midi Controller.
"This thing over here is the UC-33, which they haven't made in probably like four years or something like that... it's pretty cool, I use it, y'know, it really just depends on the tune... I'll have different subgroups assigned to each of the knobs." (2:50)
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the bcf2000 contains 8 motorized faders, like the uc33 (if we remove that the uc is not motorized)
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