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just can't believe how cheap it is compared to comparative products.
That's the biggest plus & Behringer seems to be able to put out some very decent equipment/comparable at half the price! I've been using a Mackie Control Universal for years but picked up a BCF2000 just to subsidize my MCU although I would have bought a pair of Mackie Extenders if the price wasn't so high as it's much easier IMHO to use the Mackie. You don't have to think your way through every function as with the BCF2000.... As with anything, the more you use it, the more it becomes second nature..... I haven't seen much input from any on the Forum about the Novation Nocturn but it's shown alot of good reviews in several publications... Wildman
I've never used a Mackie but I'm guessing it would be easier to use and definitely looks better. Both which it should, given the price difference. Like in any field for professional use it's definitely worth spending the extra but for people like myself, i.e. hobbyist with limited space the BCF is a God send. I'd have to cut a piece of the end of a Mackie to fit it into the space I have available for a start.
Once you've learnt all the different key combinations though you can really fly around on it. A BCF is most definitely value for money though, as most of the Behringer kit is.
I know it gets looked down on by some which I understand, but what they need to understand is hobbyists don't need or can necessarily afford the all singing all dancing kit. It's a bit like me poo-pooing someone who rides a scooter or small motorbike, what you should have is a fully tuned and kitted 190mph, 0-60 in 2 sec, sportsbike - nice to have but unless you're on track, not necessary at all and in fact complete overkill.