PreSonus FaderPort USB DAW Controller

PreSonus FaderPort USB DAW Controller

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Touch-sensitive 100mm long throw motorized fader

Dual-servo drive belt motor design for fast, precise operation

Full transport control including track solo and track arm

Compatible with virtually all Mac and Windows recording software

Greatly increases efficiency and enjoyment of "in-the-box" mixing

The touch-sensitive, long throw motorizedfader on the FaderPort has the feel needed for recording perfect fades and writing volume, mute and pan automation in real-time. Solo and record enable can also be easily controlled with the FaderPort along with window selection, play, stop, record, and managing markers (locate points) for fast and easy recording. A foot switch jack is also included on the FaderPort for hands free punch-in/out recording. The FaderPort works with all Mac or Windows-based recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic and more.

FaderPort utilizes the same ultra high-quality Alps fader that is used in professional control surfaces and digital mixing consoles costing 200 times the price including DigiDesign's D-Command. The fader in the FaderPort utilizes a dual servo motorized drive belt system for fast-acting, accurate, and smooth operation. The FaderPort's 100mm long throw fader delivers 1024-step resolution for wrting ultra-fine and accurate fades and adjustments.

Features:

complete recording transport control
high-quality Alps
fader used in control surfaces costing over $10K+
touch sensitive, 100mm long throw motorized fader
dual-servo drive belt
motor design for fast and smooth operation
write single channel or group channel volume automation
write pan and mute automation
1024 steps of resolution
pan control, mute, solo, record enable
quick window selection (edit, mix, transport)
rugged metal top plate
rugged military-grade push buttons
footswitch jack for hands free punch in/out
compatible with all major recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Logic, and more
Mac and Windows compatible

Computer system requirements:

Windows XP or Mac OS X operating system
one available USB port

Control Emulation:

Pro Tools, Logic, and Cubase/Nuendo (Mac) uses HUI Control.
Cubase/Nuendo (Windows),
Sonar and Digital Performer uses custom "native-mode" FaderPort control driver.

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-sensative motorized model used in professional control surfaces including DigiDesign's D-Command
Dual servo motorized drive beilt system for fast and quiet operationHeavy-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).

Included Items: FaderPort, USB cable, power supply, rubber feet

Size: Approx. 7" x 5.25" x 1.75" (18cm x 13cm x 4cm)

Weight: Approx. 1 lb.

Software Compatibility:

The FaderPort has been tested and approved to work with the following software:Native Mode:

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

HUI Emulation:

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