PreSonus FaderPort Single Motorized Fader and USB Automation DAW Controller

SKU: PSFADERP

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2013-02-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Works great

Bought it to use with presonus studio one pro and 1818vsl. Seamless integration. Just plugged in and hit connect in studio one and voila! Everything works. That's a rare treat when dealing with computer recording gear. My only complaint would be, when shifting through virtual mixer channels, nothing in the daw indicates what channel you're on until you move the fader. That's a failing of the daw, not the fader port. There may be a way to make that happen, but I haven't found it yet. So far, very happy.

Kurt

PreSonus FaderPort USB Automation DAW controller Specifications

  • Computer system requirements

    Windows XP (32/64-bit)/Vista/7 or Mac OS X (including Snow Leopard) operating system
    one available USB port

  • Controls

    PAN, MUTE, SOLO, REC, channel selection with BANK, OUTPUT (master fader), READ, WRITE, TOUCH, OFF (fader mode), Window View (MIX, PROJ edit}, TRNS (transport), UNDO, START, END, PUNCH IN, USER, LOOP, REWIND, FAST FORWARD, STOP, PLAY RECORD. (functionality varies slightly between DAW software applications)

  • Fader

    Alps touch-sensitive motorized model used in professional control surfaces including DigiDesign's D-Command
    Dual servo motorized drive belt system for fast and quiet operation
    Ultra smooth feel and lightning fast
    Heavy-duty long life construction
    Extreme touch-sensitivity
    100mm long throw for writing perfect fades
    Resolution 10-bit, 1024 steps

  • Power

    Operational via USB bus, motorized fader powered via 9V 1.2A DC external power supply (factory configured)

  • Software Compatibility Native Mode

    Studio One
    Nuendo 3 and later
    Cubase SX3 and later
    Digital Performer 4 and later
    Logic Express/Pro 7 and later
    Samplitude 10
    Sequoia 10
    Sonar 6 and later

  • Software Compatibility HUI Emulation

    Cubase LE, SE, and SL 3 and earlier
    Nuendo 2 and earlier
    Pro Tools 6 and later
    Pro Tools M-Powered 6 and later

  • Dimensions

    7" x 5.25" x 1.75" / 18 x 13 x 4 cm

  • Weight

    1 lbs / 0.45kg

  • UPC Code

    673454000645

About PreSonus FaderPort USB Automation DAW controller

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Works great

By Kurt

Bought it to use with presonus studio one pro and 1818vsl. Seamless integration. Just plugged in and hit connect in studio one and voila! Everything works. That's a rare treat when dealing with computer recording gear. My only complaint would be, when shifting through virtual mixer channels, nothing in the daw indicates what channel you're on until you move the fader. That's a failing of the daw, not the fader port. There may be a way to make that happen, but I haven't found it yet. So far, v...

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As great as DAWs are, it's a drag to control the transport and create fades and automation with a mouse. Most musicians prefer a real fader and transport controls that they can touch. That's why FaderPort is created, which connects to your computer via USB and delivers complete transport controls for fast and efficient recording, along with a high-quality, touch-sensitive, motorized fader for writing fades and automation.

Feel is crucial when you're spending countless hours recording and mixing. So the ultra-affordable FaderPort features the same high-quality, touch-sensitive, long-throw, motorized Alps fader that is found in expensive control surfaces and digital mixing consoles. With its 1,024-step resolution and dual-servo drive-belt motor, the response will be smooth and seamless. Compatible with virtually all major DAW programs, the FaderPort enables you to record perfect fades and write single-channel or grouped-channel volume, mute, and pan automation in real-time.

Control your DAW's solo, record-enable, window selection, play, stop, and record functions. Manage markers and punch in and out with a footswitch (not included). The FaderPort makes it fast and easy. You can even create your own custom key mappings. And if you use PreSonus' Studio One DAW software, your FaderPort will be automatically recognized and can be used to tweak virtually any plug-in parameter.

PreSonus FaderPort USB Automation DAW controller Features

  • Write single-channel or grouped-channel volume, mute, and pan automation
  • Touch sensitive, 100 mm long-throw, motorized Alps fader
  • 1,024 steps of resolution
  • 5 User-defined key mappings
  • Hands-free punch in/out using footswitch
  • Complete recording-transport controls: Punch, User, Loop, Previous Next, Mark; Start, End, Rewind, Fast Fwd, Stop, Play, Record
  • General controls: Record Enable, Pan, Mute, Solo
  • Channel Select controls: Bank, Output (Master Fader), Increment, Decrement
  • Window-view selection: Mix, Project, Transport; Undo/Redo
  • Fader-mode selection: Read, Write, Touch, Off
  • Dual-servo drive-belt motor design for fast and smooth fader operation
  • Rugged metal top plate and military-grade buttons
  • External 9 VAC power supply

Key Features

  • 1,024 steps of resolution
  • 5 User-defined key mappings
  • Hands-free punch in/out using footswitch
  • Complete recording-transport controls
  • General controls
  • Channel Select controls

What's in the box:

  • PreSonus Faderport
  • USB Cable
  • Power Supply
  • Rubber Feet
  • PreSonus Warranty