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PreSonus FaderPort 8 8-channel Production Controller

USB Control Surface with 8 Touch-sensitive Motorized Faders, 8 Scribble Strip Displays, and Footswitch Input
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8 Motorized Faders plus Ample Session Control

You'll save time mixing and controlling your DAW with the PreSonus FaderPort 8 control surface. This 8-fader control surface features 100mm motorized, touch-sensitive faders that handle effortlessly and follow automation precisely. Channel controls include all the standards, such as level, pan, solo, mute, and record arm, and a full set of digital scribble strip displays also help to keep you on track. The FaderPort 8 has native support for PreSonus Studio One, and support for HUI and Mackie Control Universal protocols means you can use it with virtually any DAW software. Gain hands-on control over your software with the PreSonus FaderPort 8 control surface.

Rely Less on Your Keyboard and Mouse

Work faster with dedicated transport controls

The main transport section of the PreSonus FaderPort 8 is extremely convenient. In addition to all the standard transport controls, you have general session controls such as undo/redo, solo/mute clear, track management, and more, plus you can switch automation modes instantly.

Manage complex sessions with Session Navigator

FaderPort 8's Session Navigator handles important tasks such as track scrolling, channel banking, and navigation needs. Dedicated buttons make it easy to arm tracks for recording, view buses and VCAs, and more. Four programmable User buttons allow you to put your most-needed DAW functions right where you need them.

Edit plug-in settings from your control surface

FaderPort 8 allows you to use the faders to edit common plug-in settings and bus sends - you'll find yourself reaching for your mouse less and less. Being able to work at the plug-in level with your control surface is one of Sweetwater's favorite things about the FaderPort 8.

Superb software package included

Your purchase includes Studio One Artist and everything you need to start recording via your computer. Plus, to take your recordings to the next level, you get the Studio Magic plug-in suite. This extensive collection of popular plug-ins includes emulations of classic studio gear from legendary manufacturers, adding hundreds of dollars in extra value. Punch up your mix bus with the Brainworx bx_opto compressor, add ambient reverb with Lexicon MPX-i Reverb, fire up transients with SPL's Attacker Plus, and much more. And since these plug-ins are available in AAX, VST, and AU formats, they're compatible with any DAW.

PreSonus FaderPort 8 Control Surface Features:

  • Motorized control surface for Mac and PC
  • Mix with precision via 8 touch-sensitive, 100mm motorized faders
  • Identify channels at a glance via 8 high-definition scribble strips
  • General session controls include Undo/Redo, Arm All, Solo/Mute Clear, and Click On/Off with tap tempo
  • Session Navigator controls include Track Scrolling, Channel Banking, Timeline Scrolling, and more
  • Channel controls include Level, Pan, Solo, Mute, and Rec Arm
  • Automation controls include Touch, Latch, Trim, Write, Read, and Off
  • Faders can also control common plug-in settings, bus sends, and pan position
  • Native support for Studio One DAW software, with HUI and Mackie Control Universal support for other DAWs (Studio One Artist is included)
  • Connects via USB 2.0
  • Footswitch input allows for hands-free start/stop of transport (footswitch not included)
  • Packaged with the complete Studio Magic Plug-in Suite — a collection of awesome plug-in emulations of classic studio gear

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Tech Specs

  • Type: DAW controller
  • Faders: 8 x 100mm, motorized
  • Transport Controls: Yes
  • Computer Connectivity: USB
  • USB: 1 x Type B
  • Other I/O: 1 x 1/4" (footswitch)
  • Software: Studio One Artist
  • Compatibility: Mackie Control, HUI, native control of Studio One
  • Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i3 or higher
  • Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i3 or higher
  • OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.13 or later
  • OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10 or later
  • Power: 12V DC power supply
  • Height: 2.25"
  • Width: 12"
  • Depth: 13"
  • Weight: 5 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 2777100202

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Rated 5/5

Awesome Addition!

Though I am a novice home studio musician, I can honestly say that this tool has seriously increased my production and made mixing so much easier. I am very impressed how user friendly it has been, how simple the integration was and the response and feedback it has brought to this simple minded guitar player/writer. For someone like me, who is learning all this stuff on the fly as a rookie (and being an "old guy), this was the best investment. I would highly recommend this unit to anyone looking for a fader port controller. Once again, Presonus shines!!!!
Music background: self taught guitarist/drummer/bassist/keys- Heavy Metal wannabe, home studio hero
Rated 5/5

Greatly improves workflow

I have a Presonus StudioLive 32S and this has been an incredible tool for improving workflow, especially for writing automation, using markers, etc. It brings the controls you need right to the front, within easy reach. One of the main uses is the footswitch punch-in capability, which is the main reason I bought it. Especially when recording acoustic guitar, holding the guitar can make it difficult to reach the main console. With the added footswitch, I can sit back comfortably and just press the switch when I'm ready to record. It also makes punching in and out for editing much easier and faster. Awesome quality product.
Music background: singer/songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, recording engineer
Rated 5/5

Dope AF! Def Glad I Got It!

This mixer is everything I expected and more! I didn't even expect all the dope plug-ins it came with, I was surprised. Not to mention it makes my mixing experience so much more efficient and that much more pleasing and fun to do. I hate using the mouse to mix. I need controllers, def something I would invest in if you spend countless hours in the lab making music and trying to perfect your mixes. This is a must have.
Music background: Rapper. Producer. Mixing Engineer. Etc.
Rated 4/5

So far, really good!

I am still digging into the features of the Faderport 8. But everything I read about this unit is true. It really is a solid piece of equipment that brings the control of your DAW off the computer monitor and back in your hands. The only real minus I've seen is that the faders feel a little cheap and plasticky. But they work perfectly and really, for this price? This unit is very well made. I would definitely recommend buying the Faderport 8
Rated 4/5

Fader Port 8 channel

Great product really easy to use and makes your mixing easier, only problem I have,I am not sure if it works with reason studio and if so sweet water needs to to make more videos to really demonstrate how to use it with other DAW , talking about it is not enough, have someone demonstrate this step by step, it will help a lot of different DAW users out there like me cause I use reason studio 11 , presonus studio one 6 pro and sometimes cakewalk so, people always help
Music background: Gospel artist, Just launched my third gospel album. I am into Afrobeat and world music mix culture and still busy working

Sweetwater and PreSonus go way back, and that makes a lot of sense. Like Sweetwater, PreSonus is largely staffed by active musicians, songwriters, live sound techs, and engineers, and like Sweetwater, their culture shows up in everything they do. Early on, PreSonus broke ground by offering super-affordable audio interfaces that brought quality recording to home studio engineers everywhere. In the following years, we've been with them as they introduced a powerful, artist-friendly DAW, groundbreaking digital mixers, and more - all products we at Sweetwater use ourselves. One thing that's never changed, even as PreSonus has branched out into new territory, is that they've always done everything possible to provide you with the best value, and we're proud to stand by their products.

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