Softube's Console 1 MKII is an integrated hardware/software mixing solution that brings the feel of a real console to your DAW. Console 1 MKII includes SSL SL 4000 E, a modeled analog console channel plug-in with 4-band EQ, compression, emulated analog console saturation, and a unique Dynamic Shaper. You have physical control over all aspects of the channel strip with the rugged, compact USB-powered hardware controller. In fact, with the Console 1 MKII software you can mix your entire project without ever looking at your computer screen. The MKII version even adds support for controlling your UAD plug-ins. Take full advantage of the benefits of both digital and analog mixing environments with the Softube Console 1 MKII.
Key features
Analog-modeled EQ/Compression/Saturation/Dynamic Shape plug-in with hardware controller
Emulates the sound of the classic SSL SL 4000 E
Gives you the feel of mixing on an analog console, with the flexibility of a plug-in
Controller gives you visual indication of every parameter's settings
Plug-in gives you 4-band EQ, compression, saturation, and transient shaping
Every plug-in parameter is directly controllable from the hardware
Software mixer gives you control over input gain, volume, pan, mute, and solo for each channel
Rugged, compact controller connects and draws power via USB
Compressors support sidechain and parallel compression
Allows you to insert other Softube plug-ins for sonic variety
Seamless integration with any DAW that supports AAX, VST, VST3, or AU plug-in formats
MKII version adds support for controlling UAD plug-ins
Specifications
Type:Softube Plug-in Controller
Computer Connectivity:USB
USB:1 x Type B
Software:Console 1 MKII software, SSL SL4000 E emulation plug-in
Compatibility:Softube plug-ins, Universal Audio plug-ins (call for those compatible), Presonus Studio One, Cakewalk Sonar
Hardware Requirements - Mac:Intel Core 2 Duo or higher, 2GB RAM minimum