PreSonus Faderport Single Fader DAW Controller

Complete transport control, Pan, mute, solo and record enable.

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12 People rated this product : * * * * * * * * * * 9 out of 10

3 People wrote reviews

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"Faderport is rock solid for your studio it is mine."

Feature:
I really like using it for saving keystrokes on comands and writing automation is very nice too. I use it with Sonar 6 work perfect. Nice feature for my home studio.

Quality:
Very solid and heavy, buttons seem to be made to last. No problems at all

Value:
I got this unit with the purchase of Firestudio Project by Presonus Very nice combo

Desirability:
I am very glad to own it

Sound:
Does not have sound. But its awesome

Ease of Use:
Very easy to use, you just have to set it up with your software.

Support:
The best kind I have not needed it.

Overall:
Well worth having it does save me time and effort on my projects. Likes nice and cool as well to have in your studio.

Submitted: 3/31/2008

Style of Music: Funk, blues, fusion

* * * * * * * * * * 10 out of 10

"FaderPort - best value for money !"

Feature:
I am amazed how well this little DAW controller works ! Ingenious ! Not only is it sexy, slim and sturdy - it integrates with e.g. Cubase 4 perfectly without any hazzle. Download the driver installer from Presonus' web, install the driver (which also updates the FaderPort's firmware), open Cubase and add the device as you would with e.g. a midi keyboard - installation only requires a few mouseclicks. And now for the best part : Instead of having to make room for a large multi-fader DAW controller next to your midi keyboard and other studio equipment, the FaderPort fits nicely between the mouse and keyboard (which is the most natural FaderPort location), making a LCD on the FaderPort utterly superfluous. No need to stretch out for those faders and knobs on the DAW controller. I love the dedicated PAN knob - it is very precise/high resolution/high-end like the fader. The FaderPort really looks and feels high-end - I am amazed at the low price !! Some reviews criticize the FaderPort's fader for not being USB-powered (i.e. own power supply), but really high-end motorized faders don't run on USB power. You might be considering a multi-fader DAW controller - either because they look more pro or because you need more functionality, but they cost at least 10 times more and take up 10 times more space. Buy a FaderPort and spend the rest on good monitors or a pro sound card instead ! I'm really looking forward to Presonus' next invention.

Quality:
The best value for money !

Value:
Highest value-to-price ratio !

Desirability:
Sexiest little DAW controller out there !

Sound:
N/A

Ease of Use:
Couldn't be easier !

Support:
Web page/support is very good !

Overall:
Might be getting a multi-fader DAW controller in the future, but then at a much lower value-to-price ratio.

Submitted: 3/7/2008

Style of Music: Rock, metal, electronic, blues

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Description
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The easy-to-use FaderPort delivers complete transport control for fast and efficient recording along with motorized fader for writing fades and automation. The high-quality ultra-smooth motorized long throw fader on the FaderPort has the feel needed for recording perfect fades and writing automation in real-time. Pan, mute, 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 most Mac or Windows-based recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo and more.

Features
Smooth, long throw motorized fader

Complete recording transport control

Write single channel or group channel automation

Pan control, mute, solo, record enable

Quick window selection (edit, mix, transport)

Footswitch jack for hands free punch in/out

Compatible with most major recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo and more

Mac and Windows compatible

Technical Info

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

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:

* Pro Tools ver. 6 and later
* Pro Tools M-Powered ver. 6 and later

* Logic ver. 6 and later
* Logic ver. 6 and later
* Logic Express and Garage Band are NOT currently supported
(note OUTPUT and USER buttons are not supported in HUI Control - Pro Tools and Logic)

* Nuendo 3 and later
* Cubase SX 3 and later (PC - native mode, Mac - HUI mode)
* Cubase SL 3 and later (PC - native mode, Mac - HUI mode)
(note Cubase LE and Cubase SE are NOT supported)

* Sonar 6 - (native mode)
* Digital Performer 4.5 and later (native mode)
* Samplitude 10 (native mode)
* Sequoia 10 (native mode)
Add hands-on control to your software mixer! Complete transport controls with pan knob and motorized long-throw fader for writing automation. Window view buttons for quick software navigation. Mac/Windows compatible.

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