Interfacing Linux: X-Touch One

Released in 2016 the X-Touch One claimed to be a compact and more cost-effective one-fader version of the X-Touch. Well, let’s see if any of that holds up under Linux.


Features

  • Universal DAW Remote Control for Studio and Live applications
  • 34 dedicated illuminated buttons for direct access of key functions
  • Supports HUI and Mackie Control protocols for seamless integration with every compatible music production software
  • 8-segment LED meter for precise level control
  • Various assignment presets that support every major DAW
  • Large jog/shuttle wheel and tape-style transport controls for intuitive operation

System configuration:

CPUAMD Ryzen 7 1700
RAMCorsair Vengeance LPX 16GB
MotherboardMSI B350 Tomahawk
GPUNvidia Quadro 4000
SSDSamsung 840
PSU:EVGA 600 B1
Firewire:Syba SY-PEX30016
Network:Intel i350-T4
OS:Debian Buster
Kernel:4.19.0-8-rt-amd64
Desktop:XFCE 4.12

Conclusion: 
The X-Touch One is a solid piece of kit if you can come to terms with the fact that Behringer sometimes forgets to put power switches on things. If you need a small form factor control surface with Mackie control that works with Linux give it a look.

X-touch One

8.8 out of 10
$218
Works out of the box
10 out of 10
Ease of setup
8 out of 10
Stability
10 out of 10
Build quality
7 out of 10

Pros

Metal construction.

Silent fader.

USB hub.

Cons

No power button.

No brightness control for the jog wheel.

Unlevel.

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