RME ARC USB Advanced Remote Control for TotalMix FX

After meticulous design and development, the ARC USB Advanced Remote Control emerges as an indispensable tool for TotalMix FX users. This wired remote control is specifically engineered to provide direct access to the most frequently used actions and commands of TotalMix FX, making it an essential asset in any professional studio setting.

The ARC USB Remote Control boasts an incredibly flexible configuration through TotalMix FX, designed to streamline your workflow and enhance the usability of the RME interface in a wide range of real-world situations. As a USB 1.1 (UAC1) MIDI remote control, it is natively compatible with both Windows and Mac OS X operating systems.

Upon connection to the operating system, TotalMix FX instantly detects the ARC USB and communicates with it seamlessly, without interfering with other remote controls. This means there's no need to manually switch the ARC USB on or off within TotalMix FX - it's designed to just work.

The ARC USB communicates with TotalMix FX via USB, making it compatible with all RME audio interfaces that are detected and supported by TotalMix FX. This compatibility extends even to RME interfaces released as far back as 2001.

When the ARC USB is connected to a computer, any button press or wheel turn triggers the respective action performed by TotalMix FX - and therefore also by the RME audio interface. With the UFX+ and UFX II, the ARC USB can also be connected directly to these devices, making it a versatile tool even in stand-alone mode.

The ARC USB is bus-powered and uses USB 1.1 as its bus standard, which is advantageous due to its lower frequency and speed demands. It works perfectly even with USB 2 cables of 5 to 10 meter length and inexpensive USB 2 cable extensions. For higher lengths, active USB 2 cables (also known as extension or repeater cables) are recommended.

One of the standout features of the ARC USB is its ability to control several interfaces simultaneously. This happens automatically as the Key Commands dialog in TotalMix FX is specific to the currently selected audio interface. Simply assign only the functions that are desired for each respective interface, and the ARC USB keys and the encoder wheel will control the respective interface they have been assigned to, without the need for further switching or selection in normal operation.

In conclusion, the ARC USB Advanced Remote Control for TotalMix FX is a compact, durable, and easy-to-use tool that offers high-quality control over your audio interfaces, making it a valuable addition to any professional audio setup.