After Cubase 13, the CMC-CH only works on Mac if Cubase runs as Rosetta; future support hinges on Steinberg and Apple's decisions regarding Rosetta.

Recent buyers acquired CMC controllers for an average of £50 per unit, indicating a buyer's market and suggesting sellers may need to adjust prices or negotiate.

CMC-FD units have fluctuated in price from $89 to $350, highlighting price disparities that potential buyers should be aware of when shopping.

Owners have successfully used the CMC controllers with Cubase 13 on Windows without any significant issues, even though these controllers are discontinued.

Touch faders require slight pressure for sensitivity; sliding controls volume, but mode switch allows tapping to set volume position instantly.

Some users find the fader on the CMC-CH finicky, but it functions well with thumb use, suggesting a specific technique for better responsiveness.

Despite discontinued status, CMC controllers still function as MIDI controllers, retaining basic usability without specialized drivers or Steinberg support.

Owners like having CMC controllers on one side of the workspace for quick access to functions like channel select and read/write, complementing other controllers like the CC121.

Rubber feet may melt and leave residue; clean with white spirit if controllers have been stored improperly.

Each controller requires a separate USB port due to lack of daisy-chain functionality, complicating desk setups with cable management challenges.

AI knob cannot control VST plugin parameters unless supported by the plugin's developer, as it utilizes a non-standard VST3 feature.

The transport controller's horizontal slider can occasionally become unresponsive, affecting workflow temporarily.

The pan knob on the CMC-CH is stepped but allows for fine adjustments, making it useful for precise level setting despite its design.