Presonus Faderport - USB DAW Controller w/ Motorised Fader

The FaderPort puts the feel - vibe - and efficiency back into music recording and production. No more clicking through menus and drawing automation edits with a mouse. The easy-to-use FaderPort delivers complete transport control for fast and efficient recording along with ultra high quality - touch sensitive motorized fader for writing fades and automation.

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.

Not All Faders Are Created Equal

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.

Key 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 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

Specifications:

Power: operational via USB bus - motorized fader powered via 9V 1.2A DC external power supply.

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