Source for Knobs oriented in the "opposite direction"
Source for Knobs oriented in the "opposite direction" Posted on: 05.04.2012 by Leota Dolney Anyone know of a source to buy knobs that are oriented "opposite" to the DJTT Chroma Caps? I have some gear
(mixers etc.) that the knobs can fit, but the indicator position is wrong.For that matter, how do you even identify the orientation when ordering from a store? I'm guessing there are different names/configuration options, but I have no idea what to look for. | |
| Leota Dolney 05.04.2012 | Anyone know of a source to buy knobs that are oriented "opposite" to the DJTT Chroma Caps? I have some gear
(mixers etc.) that the knobs can fit, but the indicator position is wrong. For that matter, how do you even identify the orientation when ordering from a store? I'm guessing there are different names/configuration options, but I have no idea what to look for. |
| Joy Ringer 14.04.2012 | A lot of higher-end knobs (a buck or two more) have set screws on them. These don't have a semi-circle shape to accommodate the stem, but a circle shape. You use an allen wrench or similar to tighten them down when the knob pointer is in the correct position. APEM knobs are excellent, and so are Alco knobs. Both are available from Mouser, Digikey, etc... rs |
| Leota Dolney 09.04.2012 | Checked out mouser, but they had a huge selection and I couldn't figure out which one was which. |
| Cliff Lohman 05.04.2012 | Ive found that chroma seems to address most midi controller orientations but i havent seen them fit a mixer with right orientation yet. I have a bunch of spare knobs from different mixers like rane pio ah etc. if u have a piece of specific equip, let me know and ill try to tell u which brand model spares fit.. Nothing rubbery like the chroma tho (except native instruments stuff). If u want something generic, u can always go for the ones which the screw tightening shaft (billet is the name i believe). I really like the ones on ebay for maschine (they fit practically everything) but theres no pointing notch. I know the chroma are called d-shaft but not sure what will define the orientation... Check out mouser to see the different types maybe thatll help. |
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