Ottopot

Hey folks, welcome back! Today, I want to show you a homemade MIDI controller created by one of my patrons, Gero. It's a simple but highly functional device, and I think it's worth sharing with you. The controller is called Ottopot, and while it’s not a professional product, it’s well-built, and it works great for controlling various parameters in Bitwig Studio.

Key Points:

• Ottopot MIDI Controller Overview

  • The housing is 3D printed and has a sleek, professional feel with a nice, matte finish.

  • It features eight infinite potentiometers with LED rings to indicate parameter values. This makes it easy to see the current settings when switching between devices.

  • The controller uses 14-bit resolution potentiometers, which are achieved by sending two CC messages in quick succession. This increases the resolution of the usual 128 values of a standard MIDI controller.

• One-to-One Mapping Concept

  • The controller is designed with one-to-one mapping, meaning that what you dial in with the knob directly corresponds to the value you get in the software. This eliminates the disconnect that often happens with regular MIDI controllers.

  • It provides high precision, allowing for finer control over parameters.

• Plug-and-Play Setup

  • The device works out of the box—just plug it into your USB, and Bitwig Studio automatically detects it.

  • I didn't need to do anything special; I just downloaded the controller script, and it worked seamlessly.

• Functionality in Bitwig Studio

  • The eight knobs are mapped to the remote control panel of the devices you're using, like the Polymer synth or the EQ Plus device.

  • It’s easy to switch between devices. For example, you can control parameters like attack, decay, folding, and skew on one device, and then switch to another device like EQ Plus, where the knobs are automatically mapped to the EQ controls.

• Customizability and DIY Potential

  • If you're interested in building this yourself, the materials and instructions are available on the website.

  • You can assemble it yourself or, if you're not into DIY projects, you might be able to get in touch with Gero for a custom-built one.

• Simple but Effective Design

  • The Ottopot is lightweight, looks professional, and works great. It’s a budget-friendly option for anyone looking for a DIY MIDI controller with advanced features.

Final Thoughts:

• The Ottopot MIDI controller is a great example of a homemade project with professional functionality.

• It's not something I would personally build myself, but if you like DIY projects, this could be a fun and useful addition to your setup.

• Check out the link in the description if you want more info or if you want to build your own.

Check the Website: https://bit.ly/3FnxLc1