Encoder recommendations

MIDIbox SEQ
1

Hi all,

 

It’s been a long time since I’ve been in these parts.

 

I’ve been using some cheaper encoders that i purchased off ebay, and after a year or two they have started failing.

 

Essentially, sometimes when turning clockwise, the value will drop…

 

My question is - what encoders have people used?

 

More importantly - What encoders have people used that after a few years of regular and abusive use have continued to function perfectly.

 

My SEQ4 is very dear to my heart, and I love it to bits and I’d love it to continue to work perfectly for many more years.

 

Regards

Mike

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Hi Mike,

 

Both work flawlessly (no step skipping) after 4 years of medium to heavy usage:

 

Alps 12mm encoders (with push-button function)

http://www.reichelt…HOW=1&OFFSET=16

 

or

 

Alpha 16mm encoders (without push-button function)

Mouser P/N 318-ENC160F-24P

 

The 12mm Alps encoders can be installed into the Wilba SEQ CS, with a bit of pinbending. Sounds a bit weird, but possible without problems. They also offer push-action to accelerate parameter inputs (with one hand only), which is great.

 

Many greets!

Peter

3

Thanks Peter.

 

I’ll take a punt on the Alpha Encoders then.

 

My SeqV4 is custom, so the PCB is not a real concern.

 

Regards,