Octatrack Parameters that can't be controlled by an external midi controller

[PeterHanes]

@Grumo

I think slices can´t be played via MIDI.

Also not true, although it takes some setting up:

Triggering slices with midi notes?

so i think my current project is linked to this thread… here goes. i want a track that allows me to trigger slices via a midi fighter pro (the button one.) each button triggering a slice. the crossfade being used to do the scratching/dj style effect (tweaking rate and pitch as it moves left and right). the track doesnt need to be playing a sequence or triggering them in sync (but that could be handy), but i’ve barely touched that type of thing. any general ideas on where to look ? and i’ll…