New controller for possible use with DP (motorized fader)

grimepoch · Post by **grimepoch** » Sat Jul 29, 2006 11:51 am

Okay, when I first saw this product, I didn't understand why I would want it. Then, this morning when I was working in DP, a thought came to mind. Of course, here is the product:

http://www.presonus.com/pr_faderport.html

What if the faderport instantly changed to the currently selected track? (And master fader if nothing is selected)

I was thinking, it was like a hardware version of the fader you get in Logic.

Just thinking out loud and wanted others to at least see this...

monkey man · Post by **monkey man** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 10:35 am

The Presonus site wrote: "...software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, Logic and more."

Hmmm.... we may be last in line again.

Alternate legending/ screening to match DP?
Down the track?

Looks cool 'though.
Airport option would enable you to drown in honey.

RRP?

Thanks for taking the time, grimepoch.

grimepoch · Post by **grimepoch** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 11:24 am

Yeah, I noticed that too, no DP listed. Maybe we'll be lucky and it will get supported soon.

monkey man · Post by **monkey man** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 11:36 am

Hey, G.

I'll keep an eye out, and as you imply, my fingers crossed.
Thanks again... gotta go.
Peace.

toodamnhip · Post by **toodamnhip** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 6:32 pm

grimepoch wrote:Okay, when I first saw this product, I didn't understand why I would want it. Then, this morning when I was working in DP, a thought came to mind. Of course, here is the product:

http://www.presonus.com/pr_faderport.html

What if the faderport instantly changed to the currently selected track? (And master fader if nothing is selected)

I was thinking, it was like a hardware version of the fader you get in Logic.

Just thinking out loud and wanted others to at least see this...

- complete recording transport control
- touch-sensitive, long throw motorized fader
- write single channel or group channel automation
- pan, mute, solo, record enable
- quick selection between edit, mix, and transport windows
- footswitch jack for hands free punch in/out
- compatible with all major recording software including
Pro Tools (HD, LE, M-Powered), Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar,
Logic and more
- Mac and Windows compatible

Notice how SO many companies, when they say compatable with ALL major recording softwares..rarely say DP? or say DP last?..
That sucks man

proximityeffect · Post by **proximityeffect** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 8:03 pm

Sweetwater's description(http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FaderPort/)includes DP
PreSonus FaderPort Features:
Mouse-free music production
Complete recording transport control
Smooth, long throw motorized fader
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 all major Mac and Windows recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, Digital Performer and more

toodamnhip · Post by **toodamnhip** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 8:30 pm

proximityeffect wrote:Sweetwater's description(http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FaderPort/)includes DP
PreSonus FaderPort Features:
Mouse-free music production
Complete recording transport control
Smooth, long throw motorized fader
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 all major Mac and Windows recording software including Pro Tools, Cubase, Nuendo, Sonar, Digital Performer and more

and how much and when will they be available?

gregwhartley · Post by **gregwhartley** » Sun Jul 30, 2006 9:28 pm

http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FaderPort/ - $230

Kind of neat, not too expensive. It's like a micro-master section of a Mackie Control. It looks pretty useful for single channel tracking, automation, and as a master fader. I can imagine automating multiple tracks simultaneously though, "Ok, fade out G1... NOW BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, boost HH 3 dB... BANK, BANK, BANK, bring down BG -2 dB, CHANNEL, CHANNEL, CHANNEL, mute solo guitar, etc, etc..."

Greg

toodamnhip · Post by **toodamnhip** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 1:15 am

gregwhartley wrote:http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FaderPort/ - $230

Kind of neat, not too expensive. It's like a micro-master section of a Mackie Control. It looks pretty useful for single channel tracking, automation, and as a master fader. I can imagine automating multiple tracks simultaneously though, "Ok, fade out G1... NOW BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, BANK, boost HH 3 dB... BANK, BANK, BANK, bring down BG -2 dB, CHANNEL, CHANNEL, CHANNEL, mute solo guitar, etc, etc..."

Greg

why dont some write MagicD and ask how the unit has tested thusfar?

monkey man · Post by **monkey man** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 4:59 am

toodamnhip wrote:why dont some write MagicD and ask how the unit has tested thusfar?

Probably 'cause you're the only one who's thought of it thus far...

toodamnhip · Post by **toodamnhip** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 9:13 am

monkey man wrote:
toodamnhip wrote:why dont some write MagicD and ask how the unit has tested thusfar?
Probably 'cause you're the only one who's thought of it thus far...

True, but I have been bugging him a lot lately so I want to save my "Magic Dave credits",,,lol

Tim · Post by **Tim** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 12:06 pm

toodamnhip wrote:
Notice how SO many companies, when they say compatable with ALL major recording softwares..rarely say DP? or say DP last?..
That sucks man

I know.
They always do that.
I hate that.

grimepoch · Post by **grimepoch** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 12:07 pm

So true, and I don't understand it.

toodamnhip · Post by **toodamnhip** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 12:12 pm

Tim wrote:
toodamnhip wrote:
Notice how SO many companies, when they say compatable with ALL major recording softwares..rarely say DP? or say DP last?..
That sucks man
I know.
They always do that.
I hate that.

I understand it...It MOTU's fault....
It is up to MOTU to create aliances....reach out and connect..etc..it reminds me of APPLE not making it's code available and becoming orstresized in the software world...

There is no conspiracy against MOTU...it is MOTU not getting out to these companies or being too small to offer them incentives...

homebilly · Post by **homebilly** » Mon Jul 31, 2006 7:38 pm

i think i'll buy 8 of them

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