Avid Artist Series and Sonar Platinum

Really noone? Maybe in other configurations / EUCON-Hardware? (X3 / Windows 7 etc.)

I think you're right and maybe the plugin by azslow3 will help:
http://forum.cakewalk.com/Download-an-Alternative-to-ACT-MIDI-ControllerGeneric-Surface-Plugins-Here-m3046052.aspx
 
But I don't buy such expensive stuff and then maybe it will work or maybe not ...

Karyn: Yes, you´re right. The Artist Mix is no midi-module. My mistake ... So I think the Artist Mix is a no go for Sonar Platinum Users ... sounds bad

I reviewed the Artist Series several years ago, and it worked fine with SONAR (which does support EUCON). However, I don't know if there have been any changes over the years that broke anything...I can probably borrow a controller to find out.

statusquofan
Karyn: Yes, you´re right. The Artist Mix is no midi-module. My mistake ... So I think the Artist Mix is a no go for Sonar Platinum Users ... sounds bad

Sorry,  I wasn't trying to say it wouldn't work, only that it's not midi like just about every other controller out there and so doesn't come under the standard "If I play with it enough I should be able to get it to work" scenario.
 
Sonar is EUCON enabled, but I have no idea of compatibility with Avid controllers, or even if there would/should be a compatibility issue..
 
Get Craig to test one for you

What do you want to do with the control surface?  That is the main question.   Beyond volume  TRANSPORT, faders, pan solo and mute functions, Sonar does not well integrate out of the box.  Prochannel does not work well and you can't get control of modules other than then the first one in the chain./  Maybe they fixed stuff but do not think so.   If you only need basic automation  functions I mentioned above including transport, there are very good and MUCH cheaper alternatives.    None of the major control surface companies offer much for Sonar because they're implementation if non standard (Mackie for one).   I bought a used Tascam FW 1884 and use ONLY the control surface portion and ignore the interface. I got it for under 300 bucks!  It works perfect for the basic functions mentioned above but again there is no integration with Prochannel or deeper functioned.  (as mentioned, maybe Azlow's work is worth checking out but I just don;t have the time to see).  It does need FW though but was easy to set up once you realize u need to use the FW legacy driver.  It is fully touch sensitive and works perfect with Sonars automation writing unlike the cheap Behringer which is NOT touch sensitive and does NOT properly write Sonar automation curves or properly capture the fader movements.

FYI I'm running W7, not 8.1, so there's another variable...

statusquofan
azslow3: Thanks for your information. Currently I have a Mackie Control Universal. Does it make sense to use your plugin instead of the Cakewalk surface? What is the difference?

It depends what you want from it and either you are ready to spend some time to make it work.
 
I do not have MCU and so I can not really test (my own) MCU preset.
 
The difference is comparable in size with the difference between digital multitrack recorder and a DAW. The first one is stable in what it can do, but in case some functionality is not implemented, you can not add it. With DAW you can do whatever you want, but it can take time to setup everything. AZ Controller is "a DAW" in "multitrack recorder" plug-ins world.
 
If for example you are interested in controlling ProChannel EQ or ACT, it make sense to give it a try. In case something is not yet working, I can fix that (since that is just a preset, you theoretically can fix/modify it even without my help). The price ($0) and the size (~400kB) are good

orhanproject
So, whats the latest verdict?
Does avid artist mix work with sonar platinum or not?
Anderton, do hou have a chance to try it out (win10)?

I relocated in May and am still setting up my studio, so it will take a while before I have an answer...sorry.

Anderton

orhanproject
So, whats the latest verdict?
Does avid artist mix work with sonar platinum or not?
Anderton, do hou have a chance to try it out (win10)?

I relocated in May and am still setting up my studio, so it will take a while before I have an answer...sorry.

ah, ok, I can wait a while :), thanks in advance

Thanks for following up, I'm still going to test it out at some point thought because this question pops up periodically...and the Artist Series are classy controllers 

Anybody tried recently ?

Just noticed this thread tonight.  I had been enjoying an Avid Artist Mix since January of 2014 with Sonar X3 on Windows 7.  Very responsive interface and great to be able to actually touch the faders while you're adding automation to your mix!
 
I recently upgraded to Windows 10 and Sonar Platinum.  Unfortunately, I cannot seem to get Sonar Platinum to recognize Artist Mix even though the EuControl program is running and is aware of the Artist Mix hardware.
 
Can anyone offer guidance as to how I can get Sonar Platinum on Windows 10 (64 bit) to recognize the Artist Mix hardware and EuControl service?
 
Thank you in advance,
Geff
 

Community,
I haven't received any replies to this post and no replies from Cakewalk's Email support.  
Is there anyone out there that has an Avid Artist Mix working with Sonar Platinum on a Windows 10 environment?
Wondering if I should sell the Artist Mix and purchase a more compatible surface.
Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Geff
 
 

Update: I've been doing a lot of work with this to find out what makes the Artist Series Mix happy. The net is littered with people who have issues with it and Windows/Pro Tools. However, when I power things on in the correct order (router if applicable, controller, computer), and after SONAR has booted, right-click on the EuCon icon in the system tray and choose "Restart EUCON Application," it seems to work reliably. Details/more on Friday when I do the tip.