Faderport 8 pro tools12/5/2023 Though I won't list all of the FaderPort 8's features, I'll go over some standout functionality. The lack of a pan encoder on each channel was a little frustrating at first, but I quickly grew accustomed to using the faders for panning by simply engaging the global Pan button. In HUI mode, the faders have 128 steps of resolution, but in Studio One mode, their accuracy increases to 1024 steps. With fader speed set on highest (adjustable in the bootup menu), the FaderPort 8 wrote automation data as dense or denser (with more step points) than an Avid Artist Mix. Motor-driven travel of the faders was consistent and fairly accurate to their top-panel markings when snapping to position, banking between sets of channels, and playing back automation - within 1 mm when representing +10 dB through −10 dB levels, and falling off as much as 10 mm at −20 dB. In use, the FaderPort 8's touch-sensitive faders felt smooth and reactive while writing automation, and they remained relatively quiet when playing back moves. However, making the switch to fader automation was much easier than anticipated. Like many, I've grown accustomed to drawing automation lines with a mouse. Automation, transport, and navigation controls are located on the right side of the FaderPort 8. Though the fader channels lack their own individual rotary encoders, there's a single rotary encoder with pushbutton functionality in the upper left corner, labeled Pan/Param, that can be used for panning or plug-in parameter selection. The long-throw faders can be set up to control and respond to channel level, aux send level, plug-in settings, and panning. Each of the eight fader sections provides a high-definition LCD scribble strip, and Select, Mute, and Solo buttons. If you're familiar with the original Mackie HUI, Alesis Master Control, or any of the Avid/Euphonix controllers, the FaderPort 8's primary functions (faders, solos, mutes, and transport controls) should feel right at home. Though I ran some brief tests using the FaderPort 8 with Ableton Live and Apple Logic, this review is focused on an integration with Pro Tools. Thanks to the handy "Quick Start" guide, I was controlling a mix session in minutes after plugging in the included external power supply, connecting the USB 2.0 cable, and executing two simple button commands to set up the controller's protocol for my DAW. The FaderPort 8 natively integrates with PreSonus Studio One using MIDI over USB, and it operates in HUI mode for Pro Tools and MCU (Mackie Control Universal) for most other DAWs. It's also heavy enough to remain stable on the desktop under my moving hands. What I like best about its aesthetic design is that it really does look and feel like a tool, not a toy. The unit is roughly 300 mm square × 25 mm high in the front, rising slightly to a greater height toward the back and it's sturdy, with a black brushed-metal top plate over a PVC bottom chassis. For those of us who are seeking the fun of mixing on a control surface, while avoiding the drudgery of driving sessions with a keyboard and mouse, the FaderPort 8 is an affordable, welcome option. Expanding on the popular single-fader FaderPort, PreSonus is now offering the FaderPort 8, which features eight 100 mm touch-sensitive motorized faders and 57 buttons.
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