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The Setup Series #2 Controlling DP in the background

When I am working I am constantly listening to the cue or song. I need to be able to quickly locate, scroll, play and stop in a way that does not slow me down. There is nothing worse than something playing back in an unfocused program and you can’t stop it! Several years ago I came up with a way to control DP in the background using a Contour Shuttle. This means Finale is still the focused app. I currently use the Xpress, but any of them will work. You can use any USB controller that has a jog wheel and some buttons. I have tried many, but always come back to the Contour as it is simple, ergonomic and can take a beating on the road. You read more about my setup here.