Possible solution to problems mentioned

[connormichalec]

I created some scripts of my own that somewhat solve the issues u mentioned about not being able to use device control in DAW mode.
Essentially I had to edit arturia's default python midi remote .py files but I seem to have been able to get the encoders to work like this, however I could not get it to work in conjunction with the faders so I left those as mixers. Eventually I may get around to trying to get the faders working as well but personally, right now just using the encoders suits my needs perfectly.

https://github.com/ConnorMichalec/Ableton-KeylabEssential-DAWmode-Mixer-Script