External Volume Control Knob for Computer(PC)

[ViperDom]

I used this knob for a bit. (Vaydeer Volume Control $32.99) It was magnificent for the few weeks that it worked. The smooth de-dents feel great and allow precise adjustment. Then like others say in the reviews it stopped working after a few restarts and now no longer works. I tried troubleshooting but it doesn't even work trying on three other computers so let's call it a brick.

Now i'm back to the interruption of clicking on the desktop, clicking on volume, and scrolling with mouse. It annoys me as I prefer to minimize interaction with the computer/devices while listening to music. (I work on a computer most the day)

Ive done a little searching and came up with a couple possible options. Curious what yall think of these and if anyone has any other ideas.
Beacon Mix:

BEACN Mix Audio Controller - Black

Desktop Audio Controller with 4 Infinite Scroll Knobs, 5" Full-color Screen, USB Cable, and Custom BEACN Software - Mac/PC

www.sweetwater.com

PCPanel:

Volume Mixer | PCPanel | Shop

Shop PCPanel. We provide worldwide shipping.

www.getpcpanel.com

Both of these have several little knobs. I would prefer One Big knob. The one(pcpanel) with Slider could be nice.

 

[Solveit]

I have this but there is others there also on Etsy.

Park's TWO DIALS Kit / Customizable Keyboard / Volume, Media Control / Adobe / Craft, Macro Pad, Midi Controller / Diy / MCP / Sound Devices - Etsy

Minimalistic two endless encoder dial with an integrated button can be configured as you like. Midi for musicians. Keyboard / mouse / media control for creators. If your application works with keyboard combination, this product works for you! You dont have to program at all. Just visit web

www.etsy.com

 

[Jimbob54]

The surface dial can work well but it's hit and miss with some of the player apps.

 

[ViperDom]

thanks,
considered the DIAL until i became aware of the falling asleep issue through searching these forums and verifying issue with microsoft:

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I'll reconsider it if able to find something conclusive on ability to disable the sleep mode.

I leave TIDAL at Max and utilize Windows Master for volume control, so player app compatibility shouldn't be an issue.

 

[Jimbob54]

thanks,
considered the DIAL until i became aware of the falling asleep issue through searching these forums and verifying issue with microsoft:

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I'll reconsider it if able to find something conclusive on ability to disable the sleep mode.

I leave TIDAL at Max and utilize Windows Master for volume control, so player app compatibility shouldn't be an issue.

Oh, and the dial doesnt seem to work with screen lock either.

Its not a perfect solution though by a long stretch.

 

[Kal Rubinson]

I've used one of these for years.

USB Controller USB Volume/Audio Adjuster PC Speakers Switch Control Module for Adjusting Volume of Computer/Laptop

It is a USB Volume/Audio Adjuster/Controller/Switch, Blue breathing light is interacted with operation. Soft blue light indoor and in the evening and you can adjust it lighting or closing. Big chassis, metal body, HIFI appearance, stable using, without movement, one finger operation, quick reactio

www.droking.com

 

[phofman]

@ViperDom : That device is some simple USB HID controller - some MCU with a rotary encoder, push buttons and USB low speed interface. My 2 cents it has a cable issue. Perhaps opening, checking the cable, and replacing with any other cable from a mouse/keyboard/etc would help?

 

[Pe8er]

Paging @MattHooper to show off his gorgeous knob, promise you will love it

 

[Moderate Dionysianism]

My Kingdom For A Remote Volume Knob! can this be made?

I was watching an old Darko video in which he discussed his appreciation for being able to control an audio system with a remote volume knob. He gets to the "why" of this around 51 seconds in: I was like: YES! Someone gets me! I place a high value on the combination of ergonomics and...

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