AVID S1 Control Surface

The Avid S1 Control Surface is a compact control surface that provides in-depth hands-on control of your favorite audio and video software. Based on the popular Avid S3, the S1 delivers the same intuitive interface and comprehensive visual feedback in a streamlined package. Ideal for producers, engineers and sound designers, the S1 has everything you need to improve your workflow and deliver great mixes faster than ever. Avid S1 can be used standalone, but really comes into its own when paired with an iPad and Avid Audio App, where you get the full overview. (this configuration is shown in the pictures.   Get your mix right at your fingertips Don’t be fooled by the compact form factor: the S1 is loaded with mixing tools that help you gain full control, even at a low price. Here are both motorized faders, touch-sensitive buttons and programmable softkeys, so you can perform complex tasks with a single press. The S1 gives you total tactile control over your music, post-production or video project. With the S1, you can mute and solo tracks, edit plug-ins, route audio and write automation with exceptional speed and precision, so you spend less time clicking and more time mixing and creativity. The easily accessible touch screen supports VCA play function and screen control, giving you total hands-on control over all aspects of your session. Tracks View lets you instantly jump to any track, while Mix View lets you scroll through multiple channels at once. And with support for custom layouts, you can customize the S1 to suit any workflow. WORKING WITH SOFTWARE The Avid S1 is based on EUCON, Avid’s high-speed Ethernet control protocol that is far superior to traditional MIDI control surfaces. The S1 offers full touch control for Pro Tools and Media Composer, plus native support for third-party audio and video applications, including Logic Pro, Cubase, Premiere Pro, and more. You can even switch between multiple applications at the touch of a button – perfect for complex post-production projects. Need more control? Connect multiple S1 units to handle large mix sessions. Advanced monitor capabilities The S1 offers the same flexible monitor controls as the S6 in a compact package that fits neatly between your screen and keyboard. Quickly assign and control talkback, listenback and speaker sources and levels directly from the S1. And with high-resolution on-screen monitoring of gain, automation status, EQ, dynamics and panning, the S1 offers the big picture of your project so you can make more competent mix decisions. Expand the possibilities even further with the free Pro Tools | Control app for iPad that offers Avid S6-style viewing and monitoring. Supported Mackie Control/HUI-enabled applications Ableton Live Cockos REAPER Propellerhead Reason S1 surface details** Faders Eight motorized, touch-sensitive, 100 mm long-throw faders Knobs Eight push-top, touch-sensitive rotary encoders Additional controls Assorted hardware buttons/ keys for various functions and mode selections, including Mute, Solo, Record-enable, Bank, Nudge, and more Software interface Supports the free Pro Tools | Control app running on iPad (iPad not included), providing touchscreen control, project navigation, macro triggers, and more Displays Eight high-resolution OLED displays, plus multiple status LEDs and multicolor track buttons; channel metering, monitoring, processing, track status, automation modes, and other views provided by Pro Tools | Control on iPad Height (front, rear) 29 mm, 97 mm Width 312 mm Depth 377 mm Scalability Connect up to four S1 controllers together, plus Pro Tools | Dock, to create an extended, fully integrated surface