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Behringer X-Touch

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Behringer X-Touch

The pro-tier X-Touch is a full-size control surface with nine motorized faders and scribble strips, speaking Mackie Control and HUI for broad DAW compatibility, and it delivers strong value for the feature set. It's a serious mixing companion for hands-on fader control. Skip it if desk space is tight or you specifically want first-party, deeply integrated DAW scripting rather than generic protocols.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall76±6

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.

Beginner Friendliness53
Compatibility72
Confidence69
Pro Readiness83
Upgrade Path83
Value89

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
faders9Sourced
motorizedyesSourced

2/2 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • 9 motorized faders + scribble strips with Mackie/HUI support (value)

Who should skip this

  • Desks short on space; users wanting first-party DAW scripting

Where to buy

List price $599

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Platform support

WindowsfullmacOSfull

Ecosystem

Ableton Live (compatible)Pro Tools (compatible)

Compatibility

Built around Ableton Live, Pro Tools. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →

Upgrade path

A top-tier control surface — there's little to upgrade to within the category.