Presonus Faderport 8
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Essential Information About the PreSonus FaderPort 8 Control Surface
Essential Information About the PreSonus FaderPort 8 Control Surface
- 8 touch-sensitive 100 mm motorized faders for ultra-precise automation and rides.
- 8 high-definition digital "scribble strip" displays showing track name and number.
- "Session Navigator" section with large encoder and 8 buttons for timeline, zoom, markers, and quick navigation.
- Universal Mackie Control/HUI compatibility + native Studio One integration; 65 buttons covering 78 functions.
Manufacturer Information
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The FaderPort 8 in the PreSonus Ecosystem
The FaderPort 8 sits between compact controllers and larger mixing surfaces. It delivers a professional tactile experience without clutter, ideal for modernizing a personal studio or enhancing a post-production suite without upgrading to a full console.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
Designed for producers, mixers, podcasters, and sound designers, this controller speeds up daily tasks: tracking, editing, mixing, and automation. Studio One users benefit from deep interaction thanks to Control Link, while Mackie Control and HUI protocols ensure immediate compatibility with most DAWs on macOS/OS X and Windows.
Key Features to Boost Your Workflow
The "Session Navigator" section centralizes essential tasks: timeline scrolling via the encoder, track zoom, adding and navigating markers, event jumping, and more. Dedicated transport controls (Play, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Record, Loop) put the session at your fingertips, and the metronome is instantly controlled with "tap tempo."
Each channel offers direct control of level, pan, Solo, Mute, and Arm Rec. For automation, you can quickly access Touch, Latch, Trim, Write, Read, and Off modes to write or refine your moves in real time. The faders can also be used for plugin editing, bus sends, and panning, maximizing efficiency without taking your ears off the monitors.
Ready for the modern studio, the FaderPort 8 connects via USB 2.0 and accepts a footswitch for hands-free Play/Stop control. Sturdy and ergonomic, it perfectly complements keyboard and mouse by adding the tactile precision missing from purely software workflows.
Technical specifications
| Number of faders | 8 | Compatibility | PC, Mac |
| Bluetooth | No | Inputs | USB, footswitch |
| Per-channel controls | Level, Pan, Solo, Mute, Rec Arm. | Session controls | Undo/Redo, Arm all tracks, Undo Solo/Mute, Metronome On/Off with "tap tempo." |
| "Session Navigator" section | timeline scrolling via encoder, track zoom, marker and event navigation, quick song playback control. | Automation | Touch, Latch, Trim, Write, Read, Off modes. |
| Dedicated transport | Play, Stop, Rewind, Fast Forward, Record, Loop. | Optional fader functions | plugin editing, bus sends, panning. |
| Markers | Add marker, Next/Previous marker; Next/Previous event. | Supported systems | macOS/OS X and Windows. |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the PreSonus FaderPort 8 compatible with Mac and Windows?
Compatibility is announced with macOS/OS X and Windows. The connection is via USB 2.0, supporting Mackie Control and HUI protocols for many DAWs.
How many motorized faders does this control surface offer?
This control surface features 8 faders for track control. Each channel also has Level, Pan, Solo, Mute, and Rec Arm controls.
Which automation modes are accessible?
The Touch, Latch, Trim, Write, Read, and Off modes are directly accessible. These controls allow writing or adjusting automation movements during mixing.
Is it possible to control playback and markers without a mouse?
A dedicated transport section includes Play, Stop, rewind and fast forward, Record, and Loop. The Session Navigator enables timeline scrolling, track zooming, and navigation between markers or events. A metronome with tap tempo function is also controllable from the surface.
Can a footswitch pedal be connected to this controller?
A footswitch input is provided to control Play/Stop with the foot.
